Small-Group Day Trip to North Bulgaria

Really fun trip! Our guide Sheban Riga (I hope I got that right) was accommodating and entertaining. He was very good about telling us about bathroom breaks, and best of all where to take us to avoid Turkish toilets (holes in the floor—this is very helpful to women travelers!!!). My only complaint is that the description says you must be able to climb steps, but in reality there is a significant amount of hiking, as the steps are interspersed with areas of uneven ground as the trail takes you up the side mountains. I had to miss out on one of the attractions due to this oversight. All in all a great experience, lovely people, and a great day away from the city! Thank you!!!

The pictures on Viator were too old and did not show what how steep the stairs at the monastery were. Also it did not state that we would only see one cave. The artist area was lovely. The driver was knowledgeable, but we had to ask questions for him to tell us information most of the time.

Our guide Matthew was good, but the tour does not match the description or expectations. We got 1 hr at the caves instead of 40 min (40 would have been plenty). Then at the tsar city, we *only* got 1 hour, which was not nearly enough time. According to the description, we should have gotten 1 hr 20 min,which still wouldnt have been enough, but would have been better (the fortress is HUGE)! And then they gave us *2 hours* in the city and for lunch, which was ridiculously absurdly long. I would so much rather have had more time at the fortress and less for lunch in some touristy city. And the cherry on top: Avanasi was supposed to be a free experience around the city. Our guide brought us to a church where they charged for entrance. Again. NOT what the description says. Viator also did not mention how long any of the drive times were. Basically, you're just paying for a driver to these spots, with some added commentary here and there. Wouldn't say it's worth it and wouldnt have booked if I'd known

We had an excellent day trip to Northern Bulgaria. Our guide, Serban, was friendly, professional, and very accommodating throughout the tour. We learned so much about both Bulgaria and Romania, and the experience was informative as well as enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to explore the region in a day.

Serban was amazing. A genuingly lovely man, with a good sense of humour. Very friendly, very informative and a perfect tour guide. We had a fabulous day. Vehicle used very comfortable and clean.

Visiting chapels nestled in cliffs is amazing, Veliko Tarnovo is beautiful. The friendly guide but I would have liked it to be in Spanish. Punctual exit at all points.

Really enjoyed this tour. The guide was kind and helpful. The schedule was easy to follow. A simple, relaxing, and fun day.

We had the absolute BEST experience on this tour. We visited the most unique monastery and church in the caves of Bulgaria. Then visited another amazing church that was out of this world. Our tour guide was fantastic and so knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this tour!

Nice full day excursion from Bucharest. Our host was very knowledgeable and patiently answered all of our questions. I highly recommend!

Șeban Riga our driver was very funny and awesome....traffic is horrible there and back....sites were amazings...My wife and I enjoyed the town of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria...we skipped the palace tour and walked the whole town, there are a lot of eating options, don't be afraid to try it. Our weather was perfect SUNNY with a little breeze....I would recommend it, if you have the time. Our original date of the tour was canceled, because we were the only ones signed up for it. But they offered a different date, which we were free from other tours, I can undertand why you need at least 4 or more people for this tour. We managed to get back in a reasonable time to Bucharest as we had an early flight the next day. Long day but worth it.