Two-Week Bulgaria Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Sofia traveling east to Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, Varna, and Burgas

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 15-day road trip through Bulgaria. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Bulgaria. You will spend 4 nights in Sofia, 3 nights in Plovdiv, 2 nights in Veliko Tarnovo, 3 nights in Varna, and 2 nights in Burgas. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Bulgaria. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Sofia, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Bulgaria on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Bulgaria. The Sea Garden and Sea Garden are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Sofia, Stob, Plovdiv, Bachkovo, Asenovgrad, Perushtitsa, Veliko Tarnovo, Lyaskovets, Varna, Balchik, Kamenar, Burgas, Sozopol, Nessebar, and Kazanlak, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Bulgaria. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Bulgaria.

Throughout your road trip in Bulgaria, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Bulgaria.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

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

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Sofia - Arrival day
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  • Park "Zaimov"
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Welcome to Sofia, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Bulgaria! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 3 nights discovering what to see in Sofia before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Sofia is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Sofia. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Bulgaria. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Sofia, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in Bulgaria!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Sofia
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Drive 23 km, 1 hour 32 min

  • Boyana Church
  • National Palace of Culture
  • St Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
  • Borisova Gradina Park
  • Ivan Vazov" National Theater
  • Tsar Ivan Shishman Street
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You have 2 nights left in Sofia. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Bulgaria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Sofia is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Sofia.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Bulgaria!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Sofia
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Drive 246 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Rila Monastery
  • Bohemia Falls Ecotrail
  • Stob Earth Pyramids - Trail entry
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Greet day 3 of your road trip in Bulgaria with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Sofia, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Rila and Stob.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Sofia.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Sofia, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Bulgaria.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Sofia
  • Plovdiv
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Drive 148 km, 2 hours 43 min

  • Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis
  • Museum of Natural Sciences
  • Monument of the Red Army "Alyosha"
  • Singing Fountains
  • Tsar Simeon Garden
  • Roman Forum of Philippopolis
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in Bulgaria. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Plovdiv. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Plovdiv, where you'll spend 3 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Plovdiv. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Plovdiv. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Bulgaria!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Plovdiv
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Drive 10 km, 54 min

  • Youth Hill
  • Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis
  • Regional Ethnographic Museum Plovdiv
  • Old Town Of Plovdiv - Architectural Reserve
  • Nebet Tepe
  • Kapana Creative District
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Bulgaria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Plovdiv. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Bulgaria!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Plovdiv
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Drive 113 km, 2 hours 53 min

  • Bachkovo Monastery "Uspenie Bogorodichno
  • Asen's Fortress
  • Paleontological Museum of Asenovgrad
  • The Red Church
  • History Museum
  • Monument Of The Three Generations
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Wake up to day 6 of your road trip in Bulgaria. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Bachkovo, Asenovgrad, and Perushtitsa. With 1 night to stay in Plovdiv, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Plovdiv and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Plovdiv. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Bulgaria!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Plovdiv
  • Veliko Tarnovo
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Drive 217 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Tower of Baldwin
  • Tsarevets Fortress
  • Holy Forty Martyrs Church
  • Trapezitsa Fortress
  • Marno Pole Park
  • Monument of Mother Bulgaria
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On day 7 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Bulgaria, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Veliko Tarnovo. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Veliko Tarnovo, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Veliko Tarnovo. Veliko Tarnovo offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Veliko Tarnovo's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Bulgaria!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Veliko Tarnovo
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 22 min

  • Lyaskovets Monastery "Sv. Sv. Peter and Paul"
  • Park "Sveta Gora
  • Monument to the Assen Dynasty
  • Ethnographic Complex "Samovodska Charshiya"
  • Sarafkinata Kashta Museum
  • Museum of the Revival and Constituent Assembly
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On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Veliko Tarnovo, where you have 1 night left to stay.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Veliko Tarnovo.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Veliko Tarnovo.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Veliko Tarnovo's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Bulgaria!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Veliko Tarnovo
  • Varna
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Drive 231 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Pobitite Kamani Rock Formations (Stone Forest)
  • Retro Museum
  • Varna Seaport Lighthouse
  • Church "Saint Athanasius
  • Varna Roman Baths
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On day 9 of your road trip in Bulgaria, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Aksakovo and Varna are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Varna, where you will stay for 3 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Varna, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Varna is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Varna.

Head back to your accommodation in Varna and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Bulgaria.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Varna
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Drive 38 km, 1 hour 21 min

  • Aladzha Monastery
  • Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral
  • Archaeological Museum Varna
  • Dolphinarium Varna
  • Varna Zoo
  • Sea Garden
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You’ll stay in Varna for 2 nights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Bulgaria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Varna's best restaurants.

Say good night to Varna and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Bulgaria!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Varna
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Drive 82 km, 1 hour 34 min

  • Balchik Dvoretsa Palace and Park
  • Balchik Botanic Garden
  • Aquapark Aquamania
  • Karaach Teke
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Varna, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Balchik and Kamenar.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Varna and your accommodation.

Varna is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Varna.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Bulgaria.

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Varna
  • Burgas
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Drive 176 km, 3 hours 13 min

  • St. Anastasia Island
  • The Sea Garden
  • Археологически музей Бургас Archaeological Museum Burgas
  • Natural History Museum of Burgas
  • The Clock
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in Bulgaria. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Burgas. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Burgas, where will spend 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Burgas. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Burgas. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Burgas
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Drive 146 km, 3 hours 2 min

  • Археологически музей Созопол
  • Main Square Sozopol
  • Harmanite Beach
  • Archaeological Museum
  • Ancient Theatre
  • Church of Saint Sophia
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On day 13 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Sozopol and Nessebar. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Burgas, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Burgas.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Burgas. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Bulgaria.

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Burgas
  • Sofia
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Drive 464 km, 5 hours 50 min

  • Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak
  • Rose Museum
  • Паметник на Бузлуджа
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Your itinerary for day 14 of your road trip in Bulgaria includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Kazanlak. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Sofia, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Sofia. Sofia offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Sofia, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Bulgaria.

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Sofia - Departure day
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  • Holy Trinity Park
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Day 15 of your road trip in Bulgaria is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Bulgaria!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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