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Tour Turkey, Bulgaria & Romania

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Highlights

Istanbul, Edirne, Plovdiv, Sofia, Rila Monastery, Veliko Tarnovo, Bucharest, Sinaia, Brasov, Bran Castle, Sighisoara, Biertan, Sibiu

Destinations

Brasov, Bucharest, Plovdiv, Rila Monastery, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Biertan, Blue Mosque, Bosphorus (optional cruise), Bran, Bran Castle, Bridge of Lies, Brukenthal Palace, Edirne, Fortified Church, Grand Bazaar, Great Square, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Istanbul, Lipscani District, Medieval Citadel, Medieval Old Town, Old Bazaar, Palace of Parliament, Peles Castle, Plovdiv Old Town, Revolution Square, Roman Ruins (Serdica), Roman Theatre, Romanian Athenaeum, Selimiye Mosque, Sinaia, Tsarevets Fortress

Budget

From €1.860,- p.p excl. flight tickets

Tour Highlights

Uncover the magic of the Balkans on a carefully curated 12-day tour through Turkey, Bulgaria, and Romania. From the minarets of Istanbul and the Roman ruins of Plovdiv, to the mountain monasteries of Bulgaria and the medieval castles of Transylvania, this immersive itinerary blends history, comfort, and cultural authenticity. Experience three countries, two continents, and a world of contrasts — all while staying in hand-picked 4-star hotels, enjoying expert-guided visits, and traveling in comfort. Whether you’re drawn by Ottoman grandeur, Orthodox spirituality, or Dracula legends, this unforgettable Balkan journey delivers it all.

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Itinerary

Arrival in Istanbul (Turkey)

Arrival and transfer to your 4* hotel in central Istanbul.
Free time to explore the city or enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner.

Istanbul – Old City Highlights

Guided walking tour: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar.
Optional Bosphorus Cruise in the afternoon.

Istanbul – Edirne – Plovdiv (Bulgaria)

Drive to Edirne for a short city tour (Selimiye Mosque, Old Bazaar).
Cross into Bulgaria and continue to Plovdiv.

Plovdiv – Sofia

Explore Plovdiv Old Town and Roman Theatre.
Transfer to Sofia. Evening at leisure.

Sofia City Tour – Rila Monastery – Sofia

Half-day Sofia tour: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Roman Ruins.
Afternoon trip to UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery.

Sofia – Veliko Tarnovo – Bucharest (Romania)

Visit Bulgaria’s medieval capital Veliko Tarnovo and Tsarevets Fortress.
Cross the Danube into Romania. Overnight in Bucharest.

Bucharest City Tour

Highlights: Palace of Parliament, Revolution Square, Romanian Athenaeum.
Free time in the Lipscani historic district

Bucharest – Sinaia – Brasov

Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia (summer residence of Romanian kings).
Continue to Brasov – walking tour of the medieval center.

Brasov – Bran Castle – Sighisoara

Visit Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle).
Explore the UNESCO-listed citadel of Sighisoara.

Sighisoara – Sibiu

Visit Biertan Fortified Church (UNESCO).
Walking tour in Sibiu: Great Square, Brukenthal Palace, Bridge of Lies.

Sibiu – Bucharest

Scenic drive back to Bucharest via Olt Valley.
Farewell dinner in a traditional restaurant.

Departure Bucharest

Transfer to Bucharest Airport.

Services

Included

  • 11 nights accommodation in selected 3★ or 4★ hotels
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private guide/driver for 12 days
  • Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
  • Airport arrival & departure transfers
  • All land transportation Turkey – Bulgaria – Romania
  • Border assistance
  • Tour planning and operational coordination

Excluded

  • Flights
  • Lunches and dinners (except if specifically stated)
  • Entrance fees (sites, castles, monasteries, museums, UNESCO locations)
  • Optional Bosphorus cruise
  • Local specialist guides where required
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
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