Bulgaria, Romania · Heritage Walks

Bulgaria in one day: Veliko Tarnovo, Bacho Kiro Cave and Dryanovo Monastery

12 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Bucharest. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Veliko Tarnovo, the medieval capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom
02 Explore Tsarevets fortress and the old streets of the historic city
03 Discover the spiritual atmosphere of Dryanovo Monastery
04 Enter Bacho Kiro Cave and its labyrinth of galleries and corridors
05 See a site known for some of the oldest human remains found in Europe
06 Enjoy a full-day trip combining heritage, religion, and nature
07 Travel with private transportation from Bucharest
08 Take in gorge scenery, rivers, and waterfalls along the way

Cross into Bulgaria for a full-day journey that blends medieval history, spiritual heritage, and striking natural scenery. Explore Veliko Tarnovo, the former capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom, and take in the atmosphere of Tsarevets fortress and the old streets of this historic hilltop city.

Continue to Dryanovo Monastery for a glimpse into Bulgaria’s Orthodox heritage, then discover the remarkable Bacho Kiro Cave, known for its ancient human remains and prehistoric ornaments. Surrounded by gorge landscapes, rivers, and waterfalls, this experience combines cultural landmarks with one of the region’s most fascinating natural sites.

Cross into Bulgaria for a full-day journey that blends medieval history, spiritual heritage, and striking natural scenery.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Bucharest, Veliko Tarnovo

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

The medieval capital of the Bulgarian Second Kingdom once considered the Third Rome. The tour includes a walking tour of Gurka Street and of Tsarevets.The 12th-century monastery together with park and the waterfall not far from here.Bacho Kiro cave, the place of the oldest homo sapiens remains and the oldest ornaments in Europe 0 years old), including a splendid gorge and a waterfall.

The route