Sofia to Bucharest

Travel from Sofia to Bucharest in comfort with our private transfer service — an ideal way to combine transportation with cultural discovery. Along the way, enhance your journey with optional stops at unique landmarks across Bulgaria and Romania. This isn’t just a ride — it’s a personalized exploration of history, faith, and nature.

Optional Sights to Visit on This Trip

Prohodna Cave

Located near the village of Karlukovo in the Iskar Gorge, Prohodna Cave is one of Bulgaria’s most iconic natural formations. Its two symmetrical ceiling openings, known as “God’s Eyes,” create an awe-inspiring atmosphere. The cave's large entrances make it ideal for adventure seekers, including rock climbers and bungee jumpers.

Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo

Carved into solid rock by monks between the 13th and 17th centuries, the Ivanovo churches form a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for their exceptional medieval frescoes. At its peak, the complex included dozens of churches and hundreds of monastic cells — a testament to Bulgaria’s Orthodox heritage and spiritual artistry.

Basarbovo Monastery

Set in the limestone cliffs above the Rusenski Lom River, this 17th-century cave monastery is dedicated to Saint Dimitar Basarbovski. A humble shepherd who became a hermit, Saint Dimitar is celebrated in Orthodox history. Pilgrims and visitors alike are drawn to the monastery’s serene surroundings and spiritual significance.

Sveta Troitsa Church

Built in 1632 below ground level to avoid Ottoman restrictions, Sveta Troitsa Church features a beautifully gilded wooden iconostasis and pillars painted to resemble marble. Its hexagonal bell tower, constructed from fortress ruins, rises 19 meters and today hosts a museum with icons, murals, religious relics, and a rare 16th-century Gospel.

Comana Monastery

Founded in 1461 by Vlad the Impaler, Comana Monastery served both spiritual and defensive purposes. It was originally built on an island surrounded by swamps, accessible only by a wooden bridge. During excavations in the 1970s, a headless skeleton — possibly Vlad himself — was discovered, adding to the site’s mystique and legend.

Make the Most of Your Journey

This Sofia to Bucharest private transfer offers more than just transportation — it’s an enriching travel experience filled with captivating landmarks and stories. Choose your stops, set your pace, and enjoy the journey with comfort and flexibility.

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