35 days in Bulgaria Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Bulgaria trip planner
Start: Manchester
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Varna
— 4 nights
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Sunny Beach
— 2 nights
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Stara Zagora
— 2 nights
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Plovdiv
— 5 nights
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Smolyan
— 2 nights
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Melnik
— 2 nights
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Bansko
— 5 nights
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Rila
— 2 nights
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Borovets
— 4 nights
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10
Sofia
— 6 nights
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End: Manchester
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Varna — 4 nights
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Marine Capital of Bulgaria
Venture out of the city with trips to Provadia (Fortress Ovech & Salla Estate) and Historical Park (in Neofit Rilski). There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, browse the different shops at Delta Planet Mall, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception, and get close to the beloved marine mammals with Baracuda Dive Centre.
To find reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Varna planning app.
Manchester, UK to Varna is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or drive. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Manchester to Varna due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Manchester in January since evenings lows in Varna dip to -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Sunny Beach.
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Manchester, UK to Varna is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or drive. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Manchester to Varna due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Manchester in January since evenings lows in Varna dip to -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Sunny Beach.
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Sunny Beach — 2 nights
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On the 7th (Sat), look for gifts at Kashmiri, view the masterpieces at Art Shop Orange, then take in the exciting artwork at Ji'votnoto and Gallery - TA, then slough off your stress at Turkish baths, and finally indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area. On the 8th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the striking features of St Stephens Church, then have fun and explore at Aviomuseum Burgas, then stroll around Sea Garden, and finally shop like a local with Art Gallery.
For traveler tips and tourist information, read Sunny Beach tour planner.
You can drive from Varna to Sunny Beach in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. January in Sunny Beach sees daily highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) so you can drive to Stara Zagora.
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You can drive from Varna to Sunny Beach in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. January in Sunny Beach sees daily highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) so you can drive to Stara Zagora.
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Stara Zagora — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 9th (Mon): experience rural life at Little Rose Fields and then don't miss a visit to Thracian Tomb . On the 10th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Valley of Roses, then take an in-depth tour of Neolithic Dwellings Museum, then indulge in some personalized pampering at Massage Studio Natalie, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Art gallery - Kazanlak.
To see other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Stara Zagora day trip planning app.
Getting from Sunny Beach to Stara Zagora by car takes about 2.5 hours. In January, daytime highs in Stara Zagora are 5°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Plovdiv.
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To see other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Stara Zagora day trip planning app.
Getting from Sunny Beach to Stara Zagora by car takes about 2.5 hours. In January, daytime highs in Stara Zagora are 5°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Plovdiv.
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Plovdiv — 5 nights
City of the Seven Hills
Venture out of the city with trips to Villa Vinifera (in Brestovitsa), Bachkovo Monastery (in Bachkovo) and Zagreus Winery (in Parvomai). There's still lots to do: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, look for gifts at Andromeda Art, and Head underground at Cave Snejanka.
To see maps, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Plovdiv day trip planner.
Drive from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv in 1.5 hours. In January, daytime highs in Plovdiv are 6°C, while nighttime lows are -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can drive to Smolyan.
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To see maps, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Plovdiv day trip planner.
Drive from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv in 1.5 hours. In January, daytime highs in Plovdiv are 6°C, while nighttime lows are -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can drive to Smolyan.
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Smolyan — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 16th (Mon): make a trip to National Astronomical Observatory at Rozhen, fly down the slopes at Fun Park Pamporovo, ski along the peaceful trails at Spree Ski & Snowboard School, then fly down the slopes at Pamporovo Ski Resort, and finally find something for the whole family at Ecotrail Neviastata. On the next day, hit the slopes at Chepelare Ski Center and then gear up at Enduro Adventure Bulgaria.
To find photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Smolyan attractions planner.
Traveling by car from Plovdiv to Smolyan takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to drive to Melnik.
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To find photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Smolyan attractions planner.
Traveling by car from Plovdiv to Smolyan takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to drive to Melnik.
Side Trips
Pamporovo, National Astronomical Observatory at Rozhen, Chepelare Ski Center, Enduro Adventure Bulgaria
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Melnik — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 18th (Wed): learn about winemaking at Orbelus Organic Winery, do a tasting at Rupel Winery, and then examine the collection at Baba Vanga Museum. On the 19th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn about winemaking at Villa Melnik Winery, pause for some serene contemplation at Saint George, and then make a trip to Kordopulova House.
Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Melnik trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
Drive from Smolyan to Melnik in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bansko.
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Drive from Smolyan to Melnik in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bansko.
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Bansko — 5 nights
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Change things up with these side-trips from Bansko: Blagoevgrad (Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Church & Varosha Ethnographic Complex), Episcopal Basilica (in Sandanski) and Pirin National Park (in Pirin). Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Ski Bansko, make a trip to Bezbog - peak in Pirin Mountains, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and see exotic creatures in open habitats at Bansko Safari.
For where to stay, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, use the Bansko trip itinerary site.
Drive from Melnik to Bansko in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Bansko can reach 3°C, while at night they dip to -7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to drive to Rila.
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For where to stay, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, use the Bansko trip itinerary site.
Drive from Melnik to Bansko in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Bansko can reach 3°C, while at night they dip to -7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to drive to Rila.
Side Trips
Blagoevgrad, St Teodor Tiron and Teodor Stratilat Church, Episcopal Basilica, Bezbog - peak in Pirin Mountains, Pirin National Park
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Rila — 2 nights
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On the 25th (Wed), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Rila and then steep yourself in history at Rila Monastery. Keep things going the next day: explore the striking landscape of Rila National Park.
To find reviews, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Rila trip itinerary maker tool.
You can drive from Bansko to Rila in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Rila are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can drive to Borovets.
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To find reviews, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Rila trip itinerary maker tool.
You can drive from Bansko to Rila in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Rila are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can drive to Borovets.
Find places to stay Jan 24 — 26:
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Borovets — 4 nights
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categoryPhrases.sentence.On_the_day_spend_an_exhilarating_day_on_the_slopes_at. Spend the 30th (Mon) on the water with Go Borovets. There's lots more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Borovets Ski Resort, stroll through Borovets Mountain Bike Park, get outside with Borosport Ski Rentals, and fly down the slopes at Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Borovets itinerary planner.
You can drive from Rila to Borovets in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) so you can go by car to Sofia.
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To find more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Borovets itinerary planner.
You can drive from Rila to Borovets in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) so you can go by car to Sofia.
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Sofia — 6 nights
Sofia is known for sightseeing, fun & games, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, admire the striking features of Boyana Church, see the top attractions with Sightseeing Tours, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral.
To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, go to the Sofia trip app.
Traveling by car from Borovets to Sofia takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. January in Sofia sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, go to the Sofia trip app.
Traveling by car from Borovets to Sofia takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. January in Sofia sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight back 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.
