Grand Bulgaria & Romania Tour from Istanbul - 5 Nights by Bus

About Grand Bulgaria & Romania Tour from Istanbul - 5 Nights by Bus

This package tour from Istanbul lasts 5 Nights 7 Days by luxury coach and includes stops such as Plovdiv, Sofia, Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo, Brasov and Sinaia. The itinerary travels within Bulgaria and Romania. Plovdiv is one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities, known for its Roman theatre and colorful historic houses. The tour includes 5 nights of accommodation. There are 3 departure dates between 19 October 2026 and 14 December 2026. Prices start at €1.050 per person. The child price for ages 2–11 starts at €449. A €280 supplement applies for single occupancy. On day 1, depart from Istanbul by coach and cross the Kapıkule border gate. On day 2, explore the Sofia and Plovdiv route; on day 3, the Ruse, Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo route; on day 4, the Brasov, Ruse and Sinaia route; on day 5, the Bucharest and Brasov route; and on day 6, the Varna, Bucharest and CONSTANTA route. Return to Istanbul on day 7. Choose your accommodation when booking: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price supplement). The hotels included in the itinerary are: Sofia: 3–4-star hotels, Ruse: 3–4-star hotels, Brasov: 3–4-star hotels, Bucharest: 3–4-star hotels and Varna: 3–4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip transport by luxury coach, 5 nights of accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, the panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, optional excursions organized by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not listed in the itinerary and personal expenses are not included. The full list of inclusions and exclusions is provided in the “What’s Included” and “What’s Not Included” sections of the page. Coach boarding points: 22:00 Kadıköy Marriage Office car park, 22:30 in front of İstikbal Altunbaş in Mecidiyeköy and 23:00 in front of Ömür Plaza in İncirli. Confirmed times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Plovdiv

Meeting points: 22:00 at the Kadıköy Marriage Office car park, 22:30 in front of İstikbal Altunbaş in Mecidiyeköy, and 23:00 in front of Ömür Plaza in İncirli. Along the way, you will see Sofia, Edirne and Kapıkule. Plovdiv — one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities, known for its Roman theatre and colorful mansions. Sofia — Bulgaria’s capital, explored for its cathedral, pedestrian boulevard and Roman ruins. Edirne — a stop before the border crossing; Selimiye Mosque is a UNESCO-listed site. Overnight at a hotel.

Day 2 — Plovdiv – Sofia

The day begins after an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day takes you through Kapıkule, Plovdiv, and Sofia. During the day, you will see Plovdiv, Friday Mosque, Friday Square, St. Nedelya Church, the Rotunda Church, the Russian Church, St. Sophia Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and Sofia University. The program is followed by free time. St. Sophia Church — an 11th-century Byzantine church in Ohrid, known for its wall frescoes. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral — Sofia's largest church, completed in the early 20th century. Sofia University — the university's historic building, founded in 1888, is in the city center. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 — Ruse – Sofia – Veliko Tarnovo

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day is Sofia, Pleven, Lovech, Veliko Tarnovo and Ruse. Visit the Panorama Museum during the day. Enjoy free time after the itinerary. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Brasov – Ruse – Sinaia

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day passes through Ruse, Sinaia, Bran and Brasov. The Danube River and Peles are seen during the day. There is free time after the itinerary. Brasov — a city at the foot of the Carpathians, explored through Council Square and the Black Church. The Danube River — a river connecting Central Europe to the Black Sea, meeting the Sava in Belgrade. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 — Bucharest – Brasov

After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. Travel from Brașov to Bucharest. On the Bucharest tour, you will see Revolution Square, University Square and the Bucharest History Museum. Bucharest — the capital of Romania, explored through the old town streets of Lipscani and its wide boulevards. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 — Varna – Bucharest – CONSTANȚA

After an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. Travel along the Bucharest, Constanta and Varna route. During the day, visit Carol I Mosque, Hünkar Mosque, Ovidius Square, the Archaeology Museum and Varna Cathedral. Enjoy free time after the tour. Overnight at a hotel.

Day 7 — Varna – Nessebar – Istanbul

After breakfast, the return journey begins, with rest stops along the way. The tour ends upon arrival in Istanbul late at night. During the day, you'll see the Old Metropolitan Church.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 18 - 24 November 2026

Tour date: 16 - 22 December 2026

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Plovdiv & Sofia & Ruse tour from Istanbul take?

The tour is 5 nights and 7 days. Accommodation is for 5 nights.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route includes stops in Plovdiv, Sofia, Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo, Brasov, Sinaia, Bran, Bucharest, Varna, CONSTANTA and Nessebar, and travels within the borders of Bulgaria and Romania.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, 5 nights' accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services, and compulsory package tour liability insurance. All items are listed in the “Included in the Price” section on the page.

What is not included in the tour price?

Visa and visa service fee, optional excursions arranged by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not listed in the program, and personal expenses are not included in the price. The full list is provided in the “Not Included in the Price” section.

Where does the bus depart from, what are the boarding points?

Transportation is provided by luxury coach, both ways. Pickup points: 22:00 Kadıköy Marriage Registry Office car park, 22:30 in front of İstikbal Altunbaş in Mecidiyeköy, and 23:00 in front of Ömür Plaza in İncirli. The border crossing is made at the Kapıkule Gate. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour briefing.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

Please indicate your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels in the program: Sofia: 3–4-star hotels, Ruse: 3–4-star hotels, Brașov: 3–4-star hotels, Bucharest: 3–4-star hotels and Varna: 3–4-star hotels. A €280 surcharge applies to guests who wish to stay in a single room.

Is a visa required, and is the fee included?

Visa and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; visa arrangements are the participant's responsibility. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: 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 apply after the contract is concluded will be charged separately to the customer.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €449, and for infants aged 0–1 from €150. Guests aged 12 and over are subject to adult pricing.

On which dates are departures available?

There are 3 departure dates between 19 October 2026 and 14 December 2026.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, professional Turkish-speaking guiding service is included in the tour price. The guide accompanies the group throughout the program.