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13-Day Romania & Bulgaria Private Tour | UNESCO Sites
- Duration312 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Car Tours
Overview
This 13-day private tour from Sofia takes you through the heart of Romania and Bulgaria, combining scenic wine regions with some of Eastern Europe’s most iconic cultural sites.
Travel across two countries with a dedicated driver-guide, exploring medieval towns, castles, and UNESCO-listed landmarks while discovering local wine traditions. From the Thracian Valley in Bulgaria to Romania’s Dealu Mare region, you’ll experience emerging wine destinations known for unique grape varieties and rich heritage.
Walk through historic cities, visit famous castles, and enjoy a well-balanced itinerary that blends wine, culture, and relaxation.
With accommodation, transportation, and logistics fully arranged, this tour is designed for travelers who want a seamless, private experience without the stress of planning.
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What's included
All land transportation Bulgaria u2013 Romania
Border assistance
Private guide/driver for 13 days
Lunch
Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
Dinner
Tour planning and operational coordination
Breakfast
Airport arrival (Day 1) and departure (Day 13) transfers
12 nights accommodation in selected 4u2605 hotels
What's Not included
Lunch and dinners excluded
Flights
Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated)
Wine tastings, winery dinners, wine museums
Entrance fees (fortresses, castles, museums, UNESCO sites)
Optional folklore dinners or cultural shows
Local specialist guides where required
Tips and personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visa fees (if applicable)
Itinerary
Land at Sofia Airport, private transfer to Veliko Tarnovo (former Bulgarian capital).nAfternoon guided walk of the Tsarevets Fortress and Old Town.
Visit Arbanasi village and its historic churches.nTransfer to Plovdiv; evening stroll through Old Town and Roman Amphitheatre.
Morning guided tour of Plovdiv.nAfternoon wine tasting at a local winery in Thracian Valley (Mavrud, Rubin, Melnik).
Visit Kazanlaku2019s Rose Valley and a Thracian tomb; cliffside beehive tombs.nStay at Midalidare Estate wineryhotel for wine museum visit, tasting of ~8 premium wines + dinner.
Morning city attractions at Stara Zagora (Roman Forum, Neolithic Museum).nTransfer back to Sofia, evening free or folklore dinner optional.
Guided tour including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Boyana Church, Serdica ruins, National HistorynMuseum.nLeisure afternoon for shopping or museum visits.
Drive to Bucharestu2014capital of RomanianEvening on your own; recommended guided dinner with local cuisine and wine.
City tour: Parliament, Old Town, Revolution Square.nAfternoon transport to Dealu Mare wine region for vineyard tour and tasting.
Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia. Continue to Brau0219ov, walking tour of Black Church, Old Town square.
Visit Draculau2019s Bran Castle and Rasnov Citadel.nDrive to Sighiu0219oara, medieval hilltop citadel tour.
Visit UNESCO Biertan fortified church.nTour of Sibiu old town (turn-ofcentury architecture, squares).
Morning free or optional wine lunch in Sibiu.nReturn to Bucharest for farewell dinner with Romanian wine pairing.
Morning at leisure in Bucharest.nTransfer to the airport for return flight.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.