Explore Bulgaria and Romania on a 12-day tour filled with history, architecture, and culture. Visit Sofia, Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnavo, Bucharest, Sibiu and more. Highlights include Rila Monastery, ancient landmarks, wine tasting, Dracula’s Castle, and Peles Castle. Enjoy guided tours, traditional meals, and free time to explore. An unforgettable journey awaits!
Inclusions
– 11-night accommodation in centrally located 4* hotels (2 nights in Sofia, 1 night in Plovdiv, 1 night in Veliko Tarnovo, 2 nights in Bucharest, 2 nights in Sibiu, 1 night in Sighisoara, and 2 nights in Brasov)
– Daily breakfast
– 3-Course set menu welcome dinner at a local restaurant in Sofia including 1 glass of wine
– 3-Course set menu dinner at a traditional restaurant in Plovdiv
– 3-Course set menu dinner at a historic restaurant in Bucharest including 1 drink of choice
– 3-Course set menu dinner at a local restaurant in Sibiu
– 3-Course set menu lunch at the locals from Viscri village including 1 glass of wine
– 3-Course set menu dinner at the Dracula Castle’s restaurant including 1 glass of wine
– 3-Course farewell dinner at a local restaurant from the Old Town of Bucharest including folklore show
– Visit of Rose Oil Distillery in Rose Valley Bulgaria and tasting of local products
– Visit of Winery and wine tasting (3 wine samples) at local winery in Bulgaria (Plovdiv Region)
– Brandy tasting (4 brandy types) in Romania (Sighisoara)
– English-speaking guide throughout in Romania and Bulgaria
– Entrance fees and visits as per itinerary: Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Rila Monastery, Ancient Theatre Plovdiv, Folk Art Museum Plovdiv, Thracian Tomb Kazanluk, Etar Museum, Tsaravets Fortress, Palace of the Parliament, Lutheran Church Sibiu, Church Castle Biertan, Clock Tower Sighisoara, Church on the Hill Sighisoara, Church Castle Viscri, Black Church, Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery
– Transportation throughout by modern vehicle.
Exclusions
Flights– Meals and beverages unless otherwise mentioned – Gratuities to hotel staff, guides, and drivers – Optional excursions – Any other items not mentioned in the Inclusions.
Additional Information
Note
– Arrival in Sofia must be on Wednesdays
– Departure guaranteed with a minimum of 2 participants.
– Group size maximum 20 participants.
DAY 1 WELCOME TO BULGARIA (WEDNESDAY)
Meals : Dinner
Accommodation : Sofia for 2 nights
DAY 2 SOFIA – RILA – SOFIA (THURSDAY)
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 3 SOFIA – PLOVDIV (FRIDAY)
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Plovdiv for 1 night
DAY 4 PLOVDIV – VELIKO TARNOVO (SATURDAY)
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Veliko Tarnovo for 1 night
DAY 5 VELIKO TARNOVO – BUCHAREST (SUNDAY)
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Bucharest for 1 night
DAY 6 BUCHAREST – SIBIU (MONDAY)
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Sibiu for 2 nights
DAY 7 SIBIU (TUESDAY)
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 8 SIBIU – BIERTAN – SIGHISOARA (WEDNESDAY)
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Sighisoara for 1 night
DAY 9 SIGHISOARA – VISCRI – BRASOV (THURSDAY)
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Brasov for 2 nights
DAY 10 BRASOV – BRAN – BRASOV (FRIDAY)
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 11 BRASOV – SINAIA – BUCHAREST (SATURDAY)
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Bucharest for 1 night
DAY 12 DEPARTURE (SUNDAY)
Meals : Breakfast
4* HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
Sofia: Hotel Coop
Plovdiv: Hotel Imperial
Veliko Tarnovo: Hotel Grand Yantra
Bucharest: Hotel Union Plaza
Sibiu: Hotel Continental Forum
Sighisoara: Hotel Mercure Binderbubi
Brasov: Hotel Qosmo
Price in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | 4* Hotel Land package | |
2024 Departure Dates | ||
July 3 | 2745 | |
Supplement | ||
Single | +685 |
**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.