Medieval Bulgaria - Private Tour - Basarbovo, Arbanasi, Veliko

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Duration:11 hours (approx.)
Location: Bucharest, Wallachia

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This tour takes you to some of the most unique and beautiful places in Bulgaria. From the majestic Basarbovo Monastery to the imposing Tsarevets Fortress, from the stunning Veliko Tarnovo to the picturesque Arbanasi, this tour offers something truly special. You will experience the unique culture, history, and architecture of each of these locations and get a chance to explore the beautiful Bulgarian countryside. Along the way, you will also get to sample some of the local cuisine and get a chance to interact with the friendly locals. This is an experience unlike any other, and one that you will never forget. So join us and explore the wonders of Bulgaria!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

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1. St. Dimitrii of Basarbovo Monastery
It was established by Hesychast monks during the period of the second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1396). The monastery got its name from St. Dimitrii Basarbovski, a hermit that spent his entire life at these rocks. The legend says that after Basarbovski died, his body was brought to Bucharest, and as soon as his remains got there, people stopped dying from the plague. He got canonised, and his relics can still be found in the Metropolitan Church in Bucharest today.
2. Arbanasi
It is known for the rich history and large number of historical monuments, such as 17th- and 18th-century churches and examples of Bulgarian National Revival architecture, which have turned it into a popular tourist destination.
3. Konstantsalieva House
The Konstantsalieva house, on one of the main roads through the village, originally built in the 17th century, has been beautifully restored in National Revival style. It reflects not only the wealth of the owners but also the attention to detail and the quality craftsmanship of that time. In a style typical for Arbanassi, the two storey house is set in a large yard surrounded by a high stone wall.
4. Tsarevets
Tsarevets is a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in Veliko Tarnovo in northern Bulgaria. Tsarevets it served as the Second Bulgarian Empire's primary fortress and strongest bulwark between 1185 and 1393, housing the royal and the patriarchal palaces, and it is also a popular tourist attraction.
5. Veliko Tarnovo
Often referred as the "City of the Tsars", Veliko Tarnovo is famously known as the historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, attracting many tourists with its unique architecture. The old part of the town is situated on three hills, Tsarevets, Trapezitsa, and Sveta Gora, rising amidst the meanders of the Yantra.
6. Samovodska Charshiya Complex
Street with souvenirs and handicrafts

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Posted By : JimTroccoli
Ali did a fantastic job as tour guide and conversationalist.
Stops we well worth it and exceeded our expectations
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Posted On : 2024-05-08 14:17:26

Posted By : hectorhU7447ZJ
It was an excellent tour. My tour guide Mr. Bogdan was very friendly and helpful at all time.. and he also explained the history of each place I visited very well.
I recommend taking this tour
My name is Hector from México
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Posted On : 2024-03-29 16:16:21

Posted By : Pilar_G
Very enjoyable day tour. Sebastian was our tour guide and he was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions regarding Romania and Bulgaria. He’s also a good driver and a fun person to be around. We had a great experience.
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Posted On : 2024-03-26 10:14:32

Posted By : BoiWanderer
You cram a lot of great things into one day trip. Alin my guide for the day was excellent. A nice chap with lots of historical and local knowledge. The contrasts between Barsabovo Monastery and Tsarevets was fascinating! Food with a view in Arbanasi was special also, a great trip.
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Posted On : 2024-03-13 14:14:15

Posted By : Natalia_B
Our experience was amazing! Our tour guide, Radu, is such full of knoledge and history about all over the world! But of course he enphazised the history of Bulgária and Romênia!
Such a great experience! The places we visited were a lesson in history, beside being really beautiful.
We strongly recommend this trip to anyone!
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Posted On : 2023-12-25 15:46:01

Posted By : krispy_krames94
This was one of the best tours I’ve taken through TripAdvisor, mainly because my guide was just super awesome. If you have the ability to request Roxanna, do so because she is exceptional. We immediately connected on a genuine level and had such an excellent time for the entirety of the drive. The time just flew by! By then end of the trip, I genuinely felt I had made a lovey new friend. :)

It’s very evident that she has a passion for learning about the history and cultures in the region and takes a lot of pride in explaining the context and background through the tours. She also took special care at each stop to ensure I was able to appreciate the scenery, stop to shop for souvenirs and knew the best places to stop for authentic Bulgarian and Romanian meals.

One note to be aware of in the off season-some attractions may spontaneously have limited opening hours. This really can’t be helped by the independent tour companies though. Another company I previously booked with similarly had this issue and cancelled my tour altogether, so I am very grateful I was able to book with this company and have a really memorable private tour instead. :)
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Posted On : 2023-12-04 13:31:17

Posted By : TheBigUniverse
We had a wonderful day trip to nearby Bulgaria from Bucharest. Bogdan was an excellent guide and took great pains to make sure we had a wonderful smooth journey and a lovely time visiting a monastery, a small historical town and finally Veliko Tarnovo.
He was entertaining and provided historical and fun facts along the way. He gave us excellent suggestions for things to do.
He had brought some snacks and apples from his garden which made a nice personal touch.
We had a wonderful taste of medieval Bulgaria and would recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2023-10-28 16:55:18

Posted By : AngieM209
We had a wonderful day in Bulgaria with Bogdon. He was informative, patient, and exceptionally kind. We absolutely loved the experience.
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Posted On : 2023-10-20 03:45:33

Posted By : Judith D
This was the most amazing trip that I have made Bogdan knew the history, culture, food, restaurants stores. Fabulous!!
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Posted On : 2023-10-15 16:30:19

Posted By : D7283NLnancya
We had a great day with our guide Alex, who went out of his way to ensure our comfort, including snacks and water for the drive. The weather and the views were beautiful and we really enjoyed the drive through the countryside. Alex provided good historical information to help us understand and appreciate the attractions we were going to see. It was a long day but we really enjoyed it and would recommend it. Thanks Alex for a fantastic experience!
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Posted On : 2023-10-02 11:01:52