About Bucharest Tour from Istanbul - 1 Night by Bus
This package tour from Istanbul lasts 1 Night 3 Days by luxury coach and follows a route covering Bucharest and Veliko Tarnovo. The itinerary takes place in Romania. Bucharest is Romania’s capital, known for the Palace of the Parliament and the old town streets of Lipscani. Accommodation is planned for 1 night on a Bed & Breakfast basis. There are 10 departure dates between 30 October 2026 and 30 December 2026. Prices start at €1.000 per person. Prices for children aged 2–11 start at €129. A €70 supplement applies for single-room accommodation. On day 1, depart from Istanbul by coach and cross the Kapıkule border crossing. Day 2 is free time in Bucharest. On day 3, return to Istanbul. Choose your accommodation when booking: 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels included in the itinerary by city are: Bucharest: 4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, personal expenses, and guide and driver tips (optional) are not included. The full list of inclusions and exclusions is provided in the “Included in the Price” and “Not Included in the Price” sections on the page.
Departure Dates
8 - 10 November 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
15 - 17 November 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
22 - 24 November 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
29 November - 1 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
6 - 8 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
13 - 15 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
20 - 22 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
27 - 29 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
1 - 3 January 2027 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Bucharest
Departure from Istanbul by bus. Kapıkule is passed along the way. Bucharest — the capital of Romania — is explored through the old town streets of Lipscani and its wide boulevards. Overnight at a hotel.
Day 2 — Bucharest
The day begins with an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. During the Bucharest tour, the Administrative Palace, Parliament Palace, and Old Caravanserai are visited. There is free time after the program. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 — Bucharest – Veliko Tarnovo – Istanbul
After breakfast, the return journey begins, with rest stops along the way. The tour ends with arrival in Istanbul late at night. During the day, you will see the Danube River, the Friendship Bridge, Tsarevets Fortress, the Prison Museum, Samovodska Charshiya and Kapıkule. The Danube River — a river connecting Central Europe to the Black Sea, joining the Sava in Belgrade.
Dates and Prices
Tour date: 8 - 10 November 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 15 - 17 November 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 22 - 24 November 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 29 November - 1 December 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 6 - 8 December 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 13 - 15 December 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 20 - 22 December 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 27 - 29 December 2026
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Tour date: 1 - 3 January 2027
4 *Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.070 EUR, child 129 EUR, infant 50 EUR
Places to Visit
Government Building, Parliament Palace
Old Inn
Danube River
Friendship Bridge
Tsarevets Fortress
Prison Museum
Samovodska Bazaar
What’s Included
Transportation by luxury buses
Bucharest and Veliko Tarnovo excursions included
1 night bed & breakfast accommodation in 4* Park Inn By Radisson etc. properties
Turkish-speaking guide service
Compulsory Package Tour Liability Insurance (Professional liability insurance arranged in accordance with Law No. 1618.)
What’s Not Included
***Visa service fee (additional service charges that may arise from consulates and service providers (courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any price increases they may make after the contract is concluded will be charged to the customer separately. A multiple-entry visa is required.
International departure fee
Optional excursions and personal expenses
Driver/Guide/Hotel tips (€5.- Per Person)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Bucharest & Veliko Tarnovo tour from Istanbul take?
The tour is 1 night 3 days. Accommodation is 1 night on a bed & breakfast basis.
Which cities does the tour cover?
The itinerary consists of Bucharest and Veliko Tarnovo stops and proceeds within the borders of Romania.
What is included in the tour price?
The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, 1 night of bed & breakfast accommodation, professional Turkish-speaking guide services, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All items are listed in the “What's Included” section on the page.
What is not included in the tour price?
Visa and visa service fee, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver (optional) are not included in the price. The full list can be found in the "Excluded from Price" section.
Where does the bus depart from, what are the boarding points?
Transportation is provided by luxury round-trip bus. Border crossing is through the Kapıkule gate. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.
Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?
You can specify your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels on the itinerary: Bucharest: 4-star hotels. A supplement of €70 applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room.
Are meals included in the price?
1 night accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis. Only breakfast is included in bed & breakfast accommodation; lunch and dinner are at your own expense.
Is a visa required, and is the fee included?
Visa and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; participants are responsible for their own visa arrangements. The note in the “What’s Not Included” section of the page reads: Visa service fee (additional service fees that may be charged by consulates and service providers, such as shipping, forms, and consultation, are not included in the price; any price increases they may make after the contract is concluded will be charged to the customer separately. A multiple-entry visa is required.
Are there child and infant rates?
Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €129, and for infants aged 0–1 from €50. Ages 12 and above are subject to the adult fare.
On which dates are departures available?
There are 10 departure dates between 30 October 2026 and 30 December 2026.