Sibiu to Varna

Travel from Sibiu to Varna in comfort and style with our private transfer service. Along the way, take advantage of the opportunity to visit some of the most remarkable historical and spiritual sites in both Romania and Bulgaria. This is more than a simple transfer—it’s an enriching journey through centuries of culture, architecture, and legend.

Optional Sights to Visit on This Trip

Cisnădie Fortified Church

Originally constructed in the 12th century, the Cisnădie Church was fortified in the 15th century to defend against frequent Ottoman raids. The enhancements included double defense walls, fortified towers, a moat, and protective bastions. A clock installed in its 195-foot-high tower in 1868 is still operational today—without ever needing repairs.

Făgăraș Citadel

This impressively preserved medieval fortress began as a wooden stronghold in the 12th century before being transformed into a stone citadel starting in 1310. Over the centuries, Făgăraș Citadel evolved into one of the strongest fortifications in Transylvania, featuring 85 rooms including a torture chamber. Archaeological work has revealed grim secrets: those sentenced to death were once buried within the fortress walls.

Cozia Monastery

Founded between 1386 and 1388 by Mircea the Elder, the grandfather of Vlad the Impaler, Cozia Monastery is one of Romania’s most significant religious landmarks. Located on the banks of the Olt River, it is a masterpiece of medieval architecture and religious art, with chapels dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries.

Curtea de Argeș Monastery

This 16th-century cathedral is an iconic symbol of Romanian spiritual heritage. Built in Byzantine style with intricate Moorish details, it is steeped in legend. According to folklore, master builder Manole sacrificed his wife Ana by entombing her in the monastery walls to ensure the church’s stability—a haunting tale that gives the site an air of mystique.

Comana Monastery

Established in 1461 by Vlad the Impaler, Comana Monastery once stood as a fortified island monastery surrounded by swamps. Its strategic location and defensive design made it both a spiritual retreat and military bastion. In the 1970s, archaeologists uncovered a headless body on the grounds—thought by some to be that of Vlad himself.

Basarbovo Monastery

Situated 35 meters above the Rusenski Lom River, this 17th-century Bulgarian Orthodox cave monastery near Ruse honors Saint Dimitar Basarbovski. A hermit-shepherd known for his ascetic life, Saint Dimitar is celebrated in religious texts such as the Istoriya Slavyanobolgarskaya. The site continues to inspire visitors with its serene and spiritual atmosphere.

Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo

These extraordinary churches, carved directly into rock faces near the village of Ivanovo, formed an extensive monastic community from the 13th to 17th centuries. Though many of the 300 original structures have not survived, the remaining churches feature vivid medieval frescoes that earned the site UNESCO World Heritage status.

Monument to 1300 Years of Bulgaria

Standing high above Shumen, this massive Cubist-style monument was erected in 1981 to mark 1300 years since the founding of the First Bulgarian Empire. Created by sculptors Krum Damyanov and Ivan Slavov, it offers panoramic views and tells the epic story of Bulgaria’s early rulers through bold geometric design.

Make the Most of Your Journey

This Sibiu to Varna transfer isn’t just a trip—it’s a curated cultural experience. Choose your favorite stops, enjoy a seamless ride, and immerse yourself in the history and spirituality of the region.

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