13 days in Bulgaria Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Bulgaria itinerary planner
Start: Sofia
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Sofia
— 3 nights
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Plovdiv
— 1 night
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Nessebar
— 3 nights
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Varna
— 2 nights
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Veliko Tarnovo
— 1 night
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Sofia
— 2 nights
End: Sofia
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Sofia — 3 nights
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You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Boyana Church. There's lots more to do: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, take in the spiritual surroundings of Banya Bashi Mosque, pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Sofia Church, and see the interesting displays at National Museum of History.
To see where to stay and tourist information, use the Sofia trip site.
If you are flying in from Israel, the closest major aiport is Sofia Airport. In August in Sofia, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Plovdiv.
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To see where to stay and tourist information, use the Sofia trip site.
If you are flying in from Israel, the closest major aiport is Sofia Airport. In August in Sofia, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Plovdiv.
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Plovdiv — 1 night
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City of the Seven Hills
Start off your visit on the 15th (Tue): explore the ancient world of Plovdiv Roman Theatre, then get the lay of the land with Walking tours, then explore the ancient world of Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.
To find ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Plovdiv trip planner.
You can drive from Sofia to Plovdiv in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Plovdiv can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) so you can drive to Nessebar.
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To find ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Plovdiv trip planner.
You can drive from Sofia to Plovdiv in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Plovdiv can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) so you can drive to Nessebar.
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Nessebar — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Black Sea
Family-friendly places like Action Aquapark and Erma Spa Turkish Bath will thrill your kids. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Nessebar, admire the striking features of St Stephens Church, delve into the distant past at The Church of St. John Aliturgetos, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Nessebar holiday maker site.
Drive from Plovdiv to Nessebar in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in August, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to catch the shuttle to Varna.
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To find more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Nessebar holiday maker site.
Drive from Plovdiv to Nessebar in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in August, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to catch the shuttle to Varna.
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Varna — 2 nights
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Marine Capital of Bulgaria
Kids will enjoy Cape Kaliakra and Aquapark Aquamania. Step out of Varna with an excursion to Palace and Botanical Gardens of Balchik in Balchik--about 44 minutes away. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Butterfly House Varna, take in nature's colorful creations at ''Primorski'' park, take in the exciting artwork at Art Gallery Le Papillon, and delve into the distant past at Stone Forest.
To see photos, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Varna tour builder website.
Traveling by car from Nessebar to Varna takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or drive; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Varna can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can drive to Veliko Tarnovo.
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To see photos, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Varna tour builder website.
Traveling by car from Nessebar to Varna takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or drive; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Varna can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can drive to Veliko Tarnovo.
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Veliko Tarnovo — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): get the lay of the land with Walking tours, step into the grandiose world of Tsarevets, and then appreciate the history behind Asen's Monument.
To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Veliko Tarnovo itinerary tool.
Drive from Varna to Veliko Tarnovo in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a shuttle. Traveling from Varna in August, Veliko Tarnovo is little chillier at night with lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Sofia.
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To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Veliko Tarnovo itinerary tool.
Drive from Varna to Veliko Tarnovo in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a shuttle. Traveling from Varna in August, Veliko Tarnovo is little chillier at night with lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Sofia.
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Sofia — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): take in the local highlights with Walking tours.
To find other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Sofia trip planner.
Traveling by car from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. You will have some time to spend on the 24th (Thu) before leaving for home.
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To find other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Sofia trip planner.
Traveling by car from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. You will have some time to spend on the 24th (Thu) before leaving for home.
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Bulgaria travel guide
Eventful history has endowed Bulgaria with a rich cultural, architectural, and artistic heritage, while natural beauty and recreational opportunities make it one of Europe's most desirable holiday destinations. Carpeted by dense forests and fed by mighty rivers, this ancient land once drew invaders from distant corners of Europe. Today, the country's Black Sea coastline and seven rugged mountain ranges top the itineraries of nearly 8 million annual visitors. While its growing cities offer modern shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities, Bulgaria's countryside remains a history buff's paradise, boasting well-preserved reminders of ancient civilizations that conquered or passed through this land. Begin your Bulgarian adventure in Sofia, one of Europe's oldest capitals, with over 250 historic landmarks.
