5 Bucharest Day Trips in Bulgaria Worth Booking

1.From Bucharest: Full-Day Trip to Bulgaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,008 reviews · 12 hours · from $93Our pick

Cross from Bucharest into Bulgaria for a 12-hour small-group tour of Ruse or Basarabov Monastery, Arbanasi, Tsarevets Fortress, and Veliko Tarnovo. English-speaking guides such as Narcis and Lucian lead the day, with round-trip transport, free time, and scenic Balkan views. Bring your passport, cash, and comfortable shoes.

“What a great way to check off another country. The fortress at Veliko Tarnovo was very cool to explore and the small trip size was a great way to travel.”

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2.From Bucharest: Small Group Day Trip to Medieval Bulgaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 382 reviews · 12 hours · from $87

Travel from Bucharest into Bulgaria with an English-speaking guide such as Tudor, Carmen, or Koka. Visit the Ivanovo Rock Churches, Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets Fortress, Samovodene Artisans Street, and Arbanassi. Expect a full 12-hour day, border checks, plenty of walking, and extra costs for lunch and entrance tickets.

“wish there was more time actually in the town after we ate there was no time to shop just come straight back but it was unreal”

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3.Day Trip to Bulgaria and Veliko Tarnovo from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 12 hours · from $66Best value

Travel from central Bucharest into Bulgaria with an English-speaking guide such as Gabriel, Alex, or Bogdan. Visit the cliff-carved Basarbov Monastery, explore Veliko Tarnovo and Tsaravets Fortress, then see Arbanasi’s medieval churches and architecture. Expect 10 to 12 hours, border delays, plenty of walking, and about $66 plus €10 in admission fees.

“It was an excellent value and I learned so much from Gabriel who was very accommodating. The church in Anabarasi is not to be missed”

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4.From Bucharest: Bulgaria 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 12 hours · from $205Top rated

Travel privately from Bucharest with an English or Romanian-speaking guide such as Angelica, Andrei, or Pavel. Cross the Danube, visit Basarbovo Monastery, Arbanasi, and Veliko Tarnovo, then return the same day. Pickup, transport, tolls, parking, and a flexible schedule are included. Bring your passport or ID.

“Review: Our day trip to Bulgaria was absolutely amazing! We enjoyed every second of it, from exploring the stunning historical sites to indulging in the delicious local cuisine. The rich history and beautiful architecture made the experience truly unforgettable. The food was another highlight—fresh, flavorful, and a perfect representation of Bulgarian culture. Everything about the trip was well-organized, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to experience Bulgaria in a day. Highly recommended!”

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5.The Ultimate Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $72

Spend 11 to 12 hours crossing the Danube from Romania into Bulgaria, then visit Basarbovo Monastery, Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets Fortress, and Arbanasi. Choose a private guided trip with transport from Bucharest, or a lower-cost self-guided option that begins in Ruse. Bring your passport and expect possible border delays.

“Excellent choice for a day tour. Our guide Nico very intelectual and it was great to share experiences with him”

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