Assemble at KLIA International Airport and depart for Bucharest, Romania. Upon arrival, you will meet an English-speaking assistant who will assist with the airport transfer. After checking in at the hotel, you will have some time to rest before proceeding to a welcome dinner with the rest of the passengers (if any).

Hotel: Hotel Continental Forum or similar

In the morning, we depart to Sighisoara via Biertan. In Biertan we will visit the fortified church, which previously used to be the bishops’ residence for more than 300 years. Biertan - one of the most important Saxon villages with fortified churches (XV-XVI century) in Transylvania, having been on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1993. Then we drive to Sighisoara (Schässburg) one of the most beautiful medieval towns in Romania – a UNESCO city. City tour of Sighisoara with visit of the Citadel - a 12th century Saxon edifice located in the historic center of the city. Still occupied, the citadel is listed as a World Heritage Site. Here we visit the city and see the main touristic objectives of the so-called "Rothenburg ob der Taube from Transylvania": Clock Tower, Covered Staircase, Dracula's birth house, Church on the Hill.

City tour of Brasov - a medieval city, founded in the 12th century. Sightseeing tour of the good preserved historic city center with the big square, old city hall, and Black Church - the main Gothic style monument in the country.

In the afternoon – departure to the mountain resort Sinaia, also called "the pearl of the Carpathian Mountains". Visit to Peles Castle, constructed in 1873 as a summer residence of the Romanian royal family. You can see a rich collection of old furniture, carpets, weapons and armors. We will have dinner and overnight in Bucharest.

Hotel: Hotel Continental Forum or similar

After breakfast we will cross the Danube you will meet the Bulgarian guide in Ruse - the first Bulgarian city with European appearance, also called the "little Vienna". The city is also the main Bulgarian port, located on the bank of Danube River.

Together with the Bulgarian guide you will departure to the Rusenski Lom River Valley. Visit Rock Churches of Ivanovo (XII-XIV c) – a UNESCO object, famous for its unique frescoes.

In the afternoon you will have a city tour of Veliko Tarnovo with a visit to the historical hill Tsarevets with the Fortress, the Patriarchal church and the Emperor Baldwin's Tower.



Hotel: Grand Hotel Yantra or similar

After an early breakfast - transfer to the village of Arbanasi famous for its ancient, richly decorated churches and magnificent architecture. It used to be a residence of the Bulgarian kings. After that leave for Etara Open-Air Museum, where you will discover over three hundred years of Bulgarian tradition. Continue to Kazanluk, capital of the Valley of the Roses, to learn about the production of Bulgarian rose oil followed by a visit to the fourth century Thracian Kazanlak Tomb.

In the late afternoon arrive in Plovdiv and, after check-in at your hotel, discover the city's highlights on a walking tour through the beautiful Old Town and marvel at the 18th century Bulgarian architecture, visit the Ethnographical Museum, one of the museum-houses in the old city, the St. Constantine and Elena church, the Antique Theatre and the Roman Stadium.

Hotel: Grand Hotel Plovdiv or similar

After breakfast - set off to Rila Monastery (X c.)- the biggest Bulgarian spiritual center since the Middle Ages till nowadays, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is in a picturesque mountain area. The Rila Monastery has rich collection of icons and wall-paintings. Its museum keeps a real treasure: a wooden cross of just 81 cm height, carved with 104 religious scenes and 650 figures.

After lunch in a local restaurant continue to Sofia with an evening at leisure.

Hotel: BW Expo Hotel or similar

After breakfast - embark on a panoramic city tour of Bulgaria’s capital. Highlights include the fifth century St. Sofia Basilica, National Parliament, the ruins of the Roman Serdica and the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. In the afternoon you have free time to further explore Sofia with a wander through the Vitosha Art Boulevard, with its boutiques, shops, and cafes.

Folklore farewell dinner at Chevermeto Restaurant.

Hotel: BW Expo Hotel or similar

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable journey. Of course, if time permits, you may also enjoy some last-minute free time.