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Romania, Bulgaria & Turkey Discovery

16 days
From Bucharest to Istanbul
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Max Group Size 12
Age range 15 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore the vast Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
  • Wander through Veliko Tarnovo's ancient Tsarevets Fortress
  • Discover Sofia's historical sites and vibrant markets
  • Visit Rila Monastery nestled in the scenic Rila Mountains
  • Experience a traditional Turkish dinner in Istanbul

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bucharest
  2. Day 2 Veliko Tarnovo
  3. Day 3 Veliko Tarnovo
  4. Day 4 Sofia
  5. Day 5 Bansko
  6. Day 6 Plovdiv
  7. Day 7 Plovdiv
  8. Day 8 Istanbul
  9. Day 9 Istanbul
  10. Day 10 Canakkale
  11. Day 11 Selcuk
  12. Day 12 Ephesus/Overnight Train
  13. Day 13 Konya / Cappadocia
  14. Day 14 Cappadocia
  15. Day 15 Cappadocia to Istanbul
  16. Day 16 Istanbul
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Intrepid Travel

Number of tours

1,225

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

7 hours

Response rate

88%

Back in 1989, two guys from Melbourne, Australia by the names of Darrell and Manch set off on an adventure to the other side of the world. They travelled to Africa and without air conditioning on their modified truck, they filled it with supplies, some beer, a bunch of aviator sunglasses, and...

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Customer Reviews

  • Ian
    · August 26th, 2023
    A well planned trip with some surprising accommodation stops. We were amazed at how much we enjoyed our trip, and can...
  • Judith
    · August 20th, 2021
    Amazing tour!!!! The tour leader was one of the most fun leaders I have seen. She had so much energy and warmness....

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16 days
Romania, Bulgaria & Turkey Discovery
From Bucharest to Istanbul

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Tour ID: 238858

  • Currencies
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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania
    Type E
    Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania
    Type F
    Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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