10-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Varna to Veliko Tarnovo, Sofia, and Plovdiv

Your road trip adventure in Bulgaria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Varna. You’ll stay in Varna for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Varna has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Sea Garden. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 31,686 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Varna, Happy Bar & Grill Center (Varna). The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,318 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Varna is Staria Chinar - Port Varna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,810 customers.

Locals recommend Staria Chinar Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Varna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,178 customers.

Varna also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Varna is Cubo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,527 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Varna is The Garden Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

Locals also enjoy The BRICK bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Bulgaria!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Varna has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Varna by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Varna. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Varna, like the extraordinary Asparuhov park. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,081 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Varna is the spectacular Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral. This attraction is an eastern orthodox cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,705 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Retro Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,327 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Varna.

Your discovery of Varna does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Varna on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Bulgaria, be sure to eat at El Kapan, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Varna. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,370 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Varna is the popular Stariyat chinar Preslav. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,788 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Varna is Mr Baba. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,420 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Bar PUNTA CANA is one of the best bars in the city of Varna for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

Cuba Beach Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Varna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Varna is Cuba Bar. Cuba Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 617 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Varna!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Bulgaria. Today, you'll wake up in Varna and embark on a scenic drive to Veliko Tarnovo, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Varna before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Varna. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Balchik Palace. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,217 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Balchik Botanic Garden. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,288 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Madara Horseman. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,174 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Madara National Historical and Archaeological Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,333 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like VkusoteriA. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 993 customers.

Locals also recommend Shtastliveca ("The Lucky One"), another of the best restaurants in Veliko Tarnovo. Shtastliveca ("The Lucky One") is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,818 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Ego 1. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,561 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bianko to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Veliko Tarnovo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,466 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Lino Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Lino Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,358 customers.

Tequila Bar Funky Monkey is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Bulgaria, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 of your road trip through Bulgaria is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Varna and the city of Gabrovo. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Varna is the amazing Monument of Mother Bulgaria. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,628 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Tsarevets Fortress. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,511 visitors.

Park "Sveta Gora" is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Varna. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 4,681 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Varna is another excellent way to spend your new day in Bulgaria. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Bulgaria’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Bulgaria’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Bulgaria’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Ethno village Etar in the city of Gabrovo for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,625 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Sofia.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Bulgaria!

On day 5 of your road trip across Bulgaria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Varna. You’ll stay in Varna for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Best Western Terminus Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Varna. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,583 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Varna is the 5-star Casa Boyana Boutique. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 249 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Varna is the 3-star Hotel 007. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 534 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the town of Varna, like the outstanding Knyazheska Garden. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,458 visitors.

Eagles' Bridge is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Varna. This incredible attraction is a stone bridge and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,677 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the town of Varna is the extraordinary South Park. This park is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 30,055 reviews.

Come to Varna prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Varna.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Varna.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant "Staria Chinar", after your day of exploring the city of Varna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Bulgaria.

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Varna has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Varna by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Varna. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Varna, like the extraordinary Holy Trinity Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,629 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Varna is the spectacular St. Nedelya Church. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,189 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Park "Geo Milev". This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,902 visitors.

Druzhba Park is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Varna. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,323 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Varna does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Varna on this day of your trip.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Sofia!

Day 7 of your road trip through Bulgaria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Varna and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Plovdiv. You will stay in Plovdiv for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Varna is the amazing Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,714 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible convention center, National Palace of Culture. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,776 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Varna is the outstanding Borisova Gradina Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,952 visitors.

The spectacular St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,076 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ivan Vazov National Theater. This attraction is a popular top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,201 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Varna by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Bulgaria. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Plovdiv, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

Locals also recommend Pavaj as one of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv. Pavaj is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv is Rahat Tepe. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,984 customers.

After dinner, visit Club Fargo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Bulgaria!

On day 8 of your road trip across Bulgaria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Varna. You’ll stay in Varna for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Holiday Inn Plovdiv, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Varna. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 375 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Varna is the 5-star Hotel Gallery 37 Bw Premier Collection. The hotel is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 767 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Varna is the 3-star Philippopolis Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 182 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Varna, like the outstanding Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,228 visitors.

Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Varna. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,047 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Varna is the extraordinary Singing Fountains. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 11,815 reviews.

Come to Varna prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Varna.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Varna.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Hemingway Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Varna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,363 customers.

R-nt , Mal'k Bunardzhik" is another of the best restaurants in the city of Varna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,166 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Varna is PASA Restaurant. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 customers.

Locals recommend Rock Bar Download, one of the best bars in the city of Varna, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Varna, Bar The Post. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Bulgaria.

Day 9 of your road trip will take you to the city of Varna and the city of Nesebar. You’ll stay in Varna for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Varna today is The Sea Garden. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,044 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Bulgaria, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Bulgaria. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Church of Saint Sophia for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Nesebar. This popular attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,769 visitors.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,660 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Varna.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Varna, Captain Cook Varna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,043 customers.

Locals recommend "Halbata" Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Varna. "Halbata" Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,580 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Varna is 100 Pizzas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Varna, Kultura Speakeasy Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 366 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Cafe Bar Soho. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 136 customers.

Gossip Bar Max is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Varna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 452 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Bulgaria with a toast!

Day 10 of your road trip in Bulgaria is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Varna before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Casino Black Sea is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Varna. This casino and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 507 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Varna and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Bulgaria.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Varna at Chuchura Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restorant K'shchata na Vi Varna for your last chance at a meal in the city of Varna. The Restorant K'shchata na Vi Varna restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Varna. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Bulgaria!