Two-Week Bulgaria Road Trip from Sofia to Pleven and Plovdiv and surrounding area

Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria
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Duration
15 days & 14 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
14 nights included
Car rental
15 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 15-day road trip through Bulgaria.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Bulgaria. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 10 nights in Sofia, 2 nights in Pleven, and 2 nights in Plovdiv, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Bulgaria. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Sofia, Berkovitsa, Yablanitsa, Pleven, and Plovdiv. We'll help you experience the best 15 days in Bulgaria you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Sofia, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Bulgaria, including the stunning South Park and Borisova Gradina Park.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Bulgaria. From the magnificent St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral to the breathtaking Park "Zaimov" and National Palace of Culture, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis and learn more about the unique “Tsar Simeon Garden” Park to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Sofia, Berkovitsa, Yablanitsa, Pleven, and Plovdiv, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Bulgaria. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Bulgaria.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Bulgaria. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Bulgaria.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Bulgaria.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Bulgaria has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Bulgaria. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 14 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 14 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Bulgaria extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Bulgaria fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Bulgaria today!

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Included

Hotel, 14 nights
Rental car, 15 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Sofia - city in BulgariaSofia / 10 nights
Ловеч -  in BulgariaLovech
Photo of Iskar Panega Geopark along the Gold Panega River ,Lukovit, Bulgaria.Lukovit
Photo of aerial view of Plovdiv, Bulgaria.Plovdiv / 2 nights
Трън -  in BulgariaTran
Кюстендил -  in BulgariaKyustendil
Монтана -  in BulgariaMontana
Враца -  in BulgariaVratsa
Photo of Ruins of Kaleto castle on the steep bank of the Iskar river in the city of Mezdra, Bulgaria.Mezdra
V'rshets
Photo of aerial view of the town of Berkovitsa, Bulgaria.Berkovitsa
Плевен -  in BulgariaPleven / 2 nights
Photo of beautiful and famous Monastery located in the city of Troyan ,Bulgaria.Troian

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Attractions

South Park
Borisova Gradina Park
St Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis
Tsar Simeon Garden
Park "Zaimov"
Sofia Zoo, R-7276261, R-186382, R-4283101Sofia Zoo
Photo of sunset aerial view of the National Palace of Culture in Sofia, Bulgaria.National Palace of Culture
Singing Fountains
Photo of detail of a church situated inside of the Troyan Monastery in Bulgaria.Troyan Monastery
North Park
Park "Geo Milev
Ivan Vazov" National Theater
Photo of Eagles' bridge in Sofia, Bulgaria.Eagles' Bridge
Photo of Prohodna cave is also known as God's eyes near Karlukovo village, Bulgaria.Prohodna Cave
Druzhba Park
Holy Trinity Park
Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis
Knyazheska Garden
photo of view of Covered wooden bridge in the town of Lovech in Bulgaria over the Osam river.,Lovech bulgaria.Covered Bridge
Russian Monument Square
Photo of view inside the Devetashka Cave near Devetaki village and Osam river in Lovech, Bulgaria. Natural wonder. One of the largest karst cave in Eastern Europe.Devetashka cave
photo of view of Sofia's cityscape, blending old-world charm with modernity, featuring the iconic lion bridge, Bulgaria.Lions' Bridge
Sveta Nedelya Church
Church of St Nicholas the Miracle-Maker
Saeva Dupka" Cave
Old Town Of Plovdiv - Architectural Reserve
photo of  view of View of ruined defence walls and tower of Hisarlaka fortress with big broken jars in Kyustendil, Bulgaria,Kyustendil bulgaria.Hisarlaka Fortress
Klisurski Monastery, Varshets, Montana, BulgariaKlisurski Monastery
Panega Eco Trail
photo of view of Stock Photo ID: 323530922  Bliznaka (Twin) Lake in Rila mountain, Bulgaria,Bistritsa Bulgaria.Rila
Natural Sciences Museum Cherni Osam
Zlaten Park
Riverside Landscape Park "Panega
Transko zhdrelo, Tran, Pernik, BulgariaTransko zhdrelo
Park Montanezium
Kadin Bridge
Archaeological complex "Citadel", Mezdra, Vratsa, BulgariaArchaeological complex "Citadel"
Lopushanski monastery "St. Yoan Predtecha", Georgi Damianovo, Montana, BulgariaLopushanski monastery "St Yoan Predtecha"
Сините Езера
photo of view of Регионален исторически музей,Vratsa Bulgaria.Регионален исторически музей
House-museum "Ivan Vazov"
Park Sunny Garden
Holy Paraskeva, Tran, Pernik, BulgariaHoly Paraskeva
"Waterfall" Area - Varshetz
Палеопарк Вършец
Водопад "Райски кът"
Иванчова поляна
Ethnographic Museum, Vratsa, BulgariaEthnographic Museum
Holy Trinity, Tran, Pernik, BulgariaHoly Trinity
Kom Peak
Регионален исторически музей, Montana, BulgariaРегионален исторически музей

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Day 1 – Sofia - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Sofia - arrival day

  • Sofia - Arrival day
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  • Russian Monument Square
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Your road trip adventure in Bulgaria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Sofia. You’ll stay in Sofia for 10 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Sofia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Russian Monument Square. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,544 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 Sofia, Hadjidraganov's Houses Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,010 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia is Restaurant Vodenitzata. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,223 customers.

Sofia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Sofia is The School. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,988 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Sofia is Bar Friday. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,410 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 15-day vacation in Bulgaria!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Sofia

Day 2

Day 2 – Sofia

  • Sofia
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Drive 10 km, 1 hour 8 min

  • Park "Zaimov"
  • St Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
  • Knyazheska Garden
  • Eagles' Bridge
  • Borisova Gradina Park
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Sofia has to offer. Cherish the 9 nights you have left in Sofia 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 Sofia. 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 Sofia, like the extraordinary Park "Zaimov". This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,115 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Sofia is the spectacular St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,337 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Knyazheska Garden. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,658 visitors.

Eagles' Bridge is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This stone bridge is a popular destination among visitors in Sofia. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,102 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Borisova Gradina Park. Borisova Gradina Park is a park and popular attraction in Sofia. More than 27,212 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Sofia does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Sofia 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 Restaurant "Staria Chinar", which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Sofia is the popular Pod Lipite (Under the Linden Trees) Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,625 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Cocktail Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Sofia for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,814 customers.

One More Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Sofia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,228 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Sofia

Day 3

Day 3 – Sofia

  • Sofia
  • More

Drive 10 km, 1 hour 3 min

  • South Park
  • National Palace of Culture
  • Sveta Nedelya Church
  • Church of St Nicholas the Miracle-Maker
  • Ivan Vazov" National Theater
  • More

Day 3 of your road trip across Bulgaria is another day in the magnificent Sofia. You now have 8 nights left in Sofia. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Sofia offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Sofia is the stunning South Park. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,616 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular National Palace of Culture in the city of Sofia. This attraction is a convention center and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,244 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Sofia is the incredible St. Nedelya Church. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,501 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker. This church and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,964 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Ivan Vazov National Theater. This must-see tourist destination is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,666 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Sofia you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Sofia has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia, Art Club Museum. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,570 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Sofia that locals enjoy, eat at Merak. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,328 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Sofia, Halbite Beer Hall. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,280 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Sofia, we recommend the cocktails at The Corner. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,874 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Sofia!

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Day 4 – Reduta and Sofia

Day 4

Day 4 – Reduta and Sofia

  • Sofia
  • More

Drive 41 km, 1 hour 32 min

  • Druzhba Park
  • Park "Geo Milev
  • Sofia Zoo
  • Holy Trinity Park
  • North Park
  • More

Day 4 of your road trip across Bulgaria is another day in the magnificent Sofia. You now have 7 nights left in Sofia. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Sofia offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Sofia is the stunning Druzhba Park. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,441 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Park "Geo Milev" in the city of Sofia. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,260 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Sofia is the incredible Sofia Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,742 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Holy Trinity Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,720 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding North Park. This park is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,772 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Sofia you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Sofia has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia, Garden restaurant Yoli. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,745 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Sofia that locals enjoy, eat at Face bar & dinner. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,437 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Sofia, Bar & Dinner Relax. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,554 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Sofia, we recommend the cocktails at The Wrong Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Sofia!

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Day 5 – Tsvetkova Bara, Berkovitsa, and Sofia

Day 5

Day 5 – Tsvetkova Bara, Berkovitsa, and Sofia

  • Berkovitsa
  • Sofia
  • More

Drive 235 km, 6 hours 17 min

  • Kom Peak
  • House-museum "Ivan Vazov"
  • Klisurski Monastery
  • More

Day 5 of your road trip across Bulgaria is another day in the magnificent Tsvetkova Bara. You now have 6 nights left in Tsvetkova Bara. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Tsvetkova Bara offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the village of Tsvetkova Bara is the stunning Klisurski Monastery. This has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,592 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Tsvetkova Bara you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Tsvetkova Bara has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tsvetkova Bara, Hasienda Restaurant. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Tsvetkova Bara that locals enjoy, eat at Taj Mahal Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,423 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Tsvetkova Bara, Face bar & dinner. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,437 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Tsvetkova Bara, we recommend the cocktails at Lime Cafe & Cocktails. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Tsvetkova Bara!

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Day 6 – Montana, Georgi Damyanovo, and Sofia

Day 6

Day 6 – Montana, Georgi Damyanovo, and Sofia

  • Montana
  • Sofia
  • More

Drive 245 km, 4 hours 22 min

  • Park Montanezium
  • Park Sunny Garden
  • Lopushanski monastery "St Yoan Predtecha"
  • More

Day 6 of your road trip across Bulgaria is another day in the magnificent Montana. You now have 5 nights left in Montana. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Montana offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Montana is the stunning Park Montanezium. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,624 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Park Sunny Garden in the city of Montana. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 487 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Montana you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Montana has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Montana, Mamma Mia Ltd. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,252 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Montana, 5 Corners Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,463 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Montana, we recommend the cocktails at Luciano. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,291 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Montana!

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Day 7 – Montana, Varshets, and Sofia

Day 7

Day 7 – Montana, Varshets, and Sofia

  • Montana
  • V'rshets
  • Sofia
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Drive 242 km, 4 hours 27 min

  • Сините Езера
  • Регионален исторически музей
  • Палеопарк Вършец
  • More

Day 7 of your road trip across Bulgaria is another day in the magnificent Montana. You now have 4 nights left in Montana. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Montana offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Montana is the stunning Voden park Sinite Ezera. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,217 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Regionalen istoricheski muzey in the city of Montana. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 137 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Montana you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Montana has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Montana, Caché Bar & Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Montana, we recommend the cocktails at K. E. B. A. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,055 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Montana!

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Day 8 – Varshets and Sofia

Day 8

Day 8 – Varshets and Sofia

  • V'rshets
  • Sofia
  • More

Drive 203 km, 4 hours 8 min

  • "Waterfall" Area - Varshetz
  • Водопад "Райски кът"
  • Иванчова поляна
  • More

Day 8 of your road trip across Bulgaria is another day in the magnificent Varshets. You now have 3 nights left in Varshets. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Varshets offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the town of Varshets is the stunning "Waterfall" Area - Varshets. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 423 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Vodopad "Rayski k't" in the town of Varshets. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 304 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the town of Varshets is the incredible Ivanchova polyana. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 289 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Varshets you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Varshets has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Varshets, By the Way. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Varshets!

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Day 9 – Bogoyna, Tran, and Sofia

Day 9

Day 9 – Bogoyna, Tran, and Sofia

  • Tran
  • Sofia
  • More

Drive 173 km, 3 hours

  • Transko zhdrelo
  • Holy Paraskeva
  • Holy Trinity
  • More

Day 9 of your road trip across Bulgaria is another day in the magnificent Bogoyna. You now have 2 nights left in Bogoyna. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Bogoyna offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the village of Bogoyna is the stunning Erma River Gorge, Tran. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,041 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Bogoyna you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Bogoyna has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Bogoyna!

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Day 10 – Karlukovo, Lukovit, Yablanitsa, and Pleven

Day 10

Day 10 – Karlukovo, Lukovit, Yablanitsa, and Pleven

  • Lukovit
  • Pleven
  • More

Drive 221 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Zlaten Park
  • Riverside Landscape Park "Panega
  • Panega Eco Trail
  • Prohodna Cave
  • Saeva Dupka" Cave
  • More

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Bulgaria. Today, you'll wake up in Sofia and embark on a scenic drive to Pleven, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Sofia 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 Sofia. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Prohodna. This attraction is a cave that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 8,620 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Zlaten Park. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,010 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Riverside Landscape Park "Panega". This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,199 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Panega Eco Trail. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,298 visitors.

The lovely Prohodna is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 8,620 visitors have left this cave an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Dezha Vyu Pitsa & Restorant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,699 customers.

Locals also recommend Canape Food # STRIP Club, another of the best restaurants in Pleven. Canape Food # STRIP Club is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,419 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Pizza Napoli. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,235 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Life Restaurant & sushi to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Pleven, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,799 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Revue - Coffee and Food. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Revue - Coffee and Food has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

Momento bar & pizza is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 547 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!

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Day 11 – Strugat, Devetaki, and Pleven

Day 11

Day 11 – Strugat, Devetaki, and Pleven

  • Lovech
  • Pleven
  • Troian
  • More

Drive 183 km, 3 hours 3 min

  • Devetashka cave
  • Covered Bridge
  • Troyan Monastery
  • Natural Sciences Museum Cherni Osam
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Strugat has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Strugat 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 Strugat. 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 village of Strugat, like the extraordinary Troyan Monastery. This attraction is a monastery and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,842 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Strugat.

Your discovery of Strugat does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Strugat 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 DORI cafe, food & games, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Pleven. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,091 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Pleven is the popular Pizzeria Cantonata. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 984 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Pleven is Shchipka Lyubov/Pinch of Love. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 473 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Kafe-Bar Borago is one of the best bars in the city of Pleven for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Snack Bar "Ledenika" is another of the most popular bars in the city of Pleven. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 683 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Pleven is Restorant "Khari". Restorant "Khari" has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 319 customers.

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

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Day 12 – Mezdra and Plovdiv

Day 12

Day 12 – Mezdra and Plovdiv

  • Vratsa
  • Mezdra
  • Plovdiv
  • More

Drive 378 km, 5 hours 7 min

  • Ethnographic Museum
  • Регионален исторически музей
  • Archaeological complex "Citadel"
  • More

Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in Bulgaria. Today, you'll wake up in Pleven and embark on a scenic drive to Plovdiv, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Pleven and Vratsa 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 Pleven. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Archaeological complex "Citadel". This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,468 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Mezdra and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Vratsa has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Etnografsko-v'zrozhdenski kompleks "Sofroniy Vrachanski". This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 252 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Vratsa History Museum. This history museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 725 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Vratsa, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Plovdiv. When you arrive in Plovdiv you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,229 customers.

Locals also recommend Happy Bar & Grill Novotel, another of the best restaurants in Plovdiv. Happy Bar & Grill Novotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,350 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Pavaj. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Torro Grande / Torro Grande to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Plovdiv, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,651 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Rahat Tepe. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Rahat Tepe has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,984 customers.

Club Fargo is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,132 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!

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Day 13 – Plovdiv

Day 13

Day 13 – Plovdiv

  • Plovdiv
  • More

Drive 3 km, 49 min

  • Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis
  • Old Town Of Plovdiv - Architectural Reserve
  • Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis
  • Tsar Simeon Garden
  • Singing Fountains
  • More

On day 13 of your road trip across Bulgaria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Plovdiv. You’ll stay in Plovdiv 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 Grand Hotel Plovdiv, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Plovdiv. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,945 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Plovdiv is the 5-star Hotel Gallery 37 Bw Premier Collection. The hotel is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 804 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Plovdiv is the 3-star Plovdiv City Center Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,309 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 Plovdiv, like the outstanding Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,478 visitors.

Old Town of Plovdiv is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Plovdiv. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,234 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Plovdiv is the extraordinary Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible “Tsar Simeon Garden” Park. Around 15,208 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Singing Fountains. Singing Fountains is a popular park, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,192 travelers.

Come to Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant SOUTH breeze, after your day of exploring the city of Plovdiv. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

Hemingway Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,363 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv is r-nt , Mal'k Bunardzhik". The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,166 customers.

Locals recommend Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Plovdiv, Rock Bar Download. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

No sens klub is also one of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 984 customers.

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

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Day 14 – Kyustendil, Bistritsa, Nevestino, and Sofia

Day 14

Day 14 – Kyustendil, Bistritsa, Nevestino, and Sofia

  • Kyustendil
  • Sofia
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Drive 327 km, 4 hours 47 min

  • Rila
  • Hisarlaka Fortress
  • Kadin Bridge
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 14 of your epic road trip in Bulgaria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Kyustendil. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Sofia. You’ll stay in Sofia for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kyustendil’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kyustendil, start your day with a visit to the amazing Hisarlaka Fortress. This much-appreciated architectural structure and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,904 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kyustendil has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Sofia. Sofia offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Bulgaria!

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Day 15 – Sofia - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – Sofia - departure day

  • Sofia - Departure day
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  • Lions' Bridge
  • More

Day 15 of your road trip in Bulgaria is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Sofia 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.

Lions' Bridge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Sofia. This footbridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,233 visitors.

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

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

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