Day trip – Balchik & Cape Kaliakra, Bulgaria

Itinerary

📍Meeting at 06:00 in Bucharest, in the Piața Victoriei car park 🚗 (📍 Parcare Piata Victoriei on Google Maps), where the coach and the accompanying guide await you. 🏰 Queen Marie's Castle Situated on the shore of the Black Sea, it was the summer residence of Queen Marie of Romania. Built between 1925 and 1937, the castle combines diverse architectural styles — Mediterranean and Oriental — reflecting the refined tastes of the queen. The complex includes buildings with towers, spectacular gardens with terraces and fountains, as well as a small chapel. 🌿 The Castle Gardens A true botanical paradise, spread over terraces descending to the Black Sea. Designed under the influence of Mediterranean and Oriental styles, the gardens include an impressive collection of exotic plants, cacti, roses and rare trees. Water features — fountains and cascades — create an atmosphere of peace and serenity. 🌊 Cape Kaliakra The peninsula is renowned for its steep and high cliffs, which extend for nearly 2 kilometres into the sea, creating one of the most dramatic and photogenic landscapes in the region. Throughout history, Cape Kaliakra has been a vital strategic point, owing to its advanced position in the sea, offering a considerable advantage in observing and controlling maritime navigation. The area has witnessed numerous conflicts and battles, becoming a symbol of local resistance against invaders. Arrival in Bucharest in the course of the evening, depending on traffic conditions.