Cheap 13-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Burgas traveling west to Plovdiv, Smolyan, Bansko, Sofia, Pazardzhik, Pleven, Blagoevgrad, Lovech, and Veliko Tarnovo

Your exciting road trip through Bulgaria starts when you reach the incredible city of Burgas, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Burgas and begin your adventure in Bulgaria.

Burgas is a popular cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Burgas and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing The Sea Garden will make your cheap holiday in Bulgaria truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 34,703 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Burgas. An excellent example is the popular Happy Bar & Grill. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,335 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Bulgaria is Happy Bar & Grill. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,139 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Romance Pub & Pizza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,070 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Papa Beer - Craft Beer Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 981 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Burgas we recommend is Caribe, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,358 customers.

Ti Bar & Kitchen - restorant i bar v Burgas is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 835 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Bulgaria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Burgas and end your day in the city of Plovdiv, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Burgas is the amazing The Clock. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,744 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Archaeological Museum Burgas. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 378 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Burgas is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Burgas is the outstanding Museum of Aviation. This aviation museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,213 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Park "Mineralni bani". This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,653 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Bulgaria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Bulgaria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Bulgaria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Bulgaria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Plovdiv. Plovdiv is another cheap travel destination in Bulgaria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Bulgaria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Plovdiv that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Plovdiv is Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,229 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Plovdiv, Happy Bar & Grill Novotel is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,350 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Torro Grande / Torro Grande. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Plovdiv enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,651 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Plovdiv’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Rahat Tepe. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,984 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Club Fargo. This popular bar in Plovdiv has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,132 bar-goers.

You can also go to Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,070 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

Some of the highlights of this day include visits to amazing attractions in Bachkovo and Asenovgrad. You still have 1 night left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in Bulgaria.

Today’s adventure starts in Bachkovo. Bachkovo is a popular cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria and the home of the wonderful Bachkovo Monastery "Uspenie Bogorodichno". This amazing attraction is a place of worship that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 13,019 visitors.

You’ll then drive to Asenovgrad and travel to more of the best attractions in Bulgaria. Asenovgrad is another cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, perfect for budget travelers.

Your first stop in Asenovgrad is the magnificent Asen's Fortress a famous fortress among locals and travelers. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,063 visitors, this top sight is one place you don’t want to miss during your time in the area.

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When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Plovdiv.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Pavaj. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

Restaurant SOUTH breeze is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Plovdiv. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Plovdiv you might want to check out is Hemingway Restaurant. Hemingway Restaurant is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,363 reviews.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv, Rock Bar Download. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 845 customers.

No sens klub is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Plovdiv. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 984 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Bar The Post. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Plovdiv. Bar The Post has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Bulgaria! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Plovdiv!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Bulgaria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Plovdiv and end your day in the city of Smolyan, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Plovdiv is the amazing Singing Fountains. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,362 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible “Tsar Simeon Garden” Park. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,346 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Plovdiv is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Plovdiv is the outstanding Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,705 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Old Town of Plovdiv. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,329 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,603 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Bulgaria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Bulgaria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Bulgaria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Bulgaria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Smolyan. Smolyan is another cheap travel destination in Bulgaria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Bulgaria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Smolyan that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Smolyan is Khotel-restorant "B'lgarche". This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,407 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Smolyan, Rodopchanka Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,892 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pamporovo House. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Smolyan enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,223 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Smolyan’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Teatro bar i vecherya. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 602 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Venus Bar. This popular bar in Smolyan has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 389 bar-goers.

You can also go to Caffe The Clock as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Caffe The Clock is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 135 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

Day 5 of your self-drive vacation in Bulgaria gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Trigrad and end your day in the city of Iagodina.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Bansko for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Bulgaria.

While you’re in Trigrad, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Devil's Throat Cave. The fantastic Devil's Throat Cave is a popular must-see tourist destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,947 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Trigrad Gorge, a well-known ravine in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.9 out of a 5 star-rating from 5,418 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Trigrad, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Iagodina.

Make Eagle's Eye your first stop. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 4,521 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Bulgaria. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Bulgaria and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Bansko. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Bansko, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try "Five M" Restaurant & Good Bar, one of the best restaurants in Bansko. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 657 customers.

Restaurant Victoria Bansko is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Restaurant Victoria Bansko is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,271 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Queen's Pub Bansko / Kuins p'b Bansko, another well-loved restaurant in Bansko. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,646 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Bulgaria.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Bansko, Amigo Pub. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,227 bar goers.

Pirin 75 is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Bansko, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 746 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Cafe Eliz, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 663 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Bulgaria. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Bulgaria!

Day 6 of your road trip across Bulgaria offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Kyustendil and the enchanting Bistritsa, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Kyustendil and end the day in Bistritsa, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 6 of your affordable vacation in Bulgaria will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Kyustendil is the magnificent Sandanski Archaeological Museum. Around 566 visitors have rated this excellent church and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Park "St. Vrach" on this leg of your self-drive tour in Bulgaria. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 6,684 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Kyustendil, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Bistritsa.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Rila. This popular site is a valued urban park in Bistritsa and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,899 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Bulgaria. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Bulgaria. Make your cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Sofia offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Bulgaria. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Sofia offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Bulgaria.

Hadjidraganov's Houses Restaurant is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,010 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Sofia is Restaurant "Staria Chinar", a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

Art Club Museum offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Sofia. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,570 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Sofia’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Bar Friday is an excellent example of a great bar in Sofia offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,410 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Cocktail Bar, another of locals’ go-to bars in Sofia. The Cocktail Bar is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 2,814 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

One More Bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Sofia. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 2,228 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Bulgaria with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Bulgaria!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Bulgaria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Sofia and end your day in the city of Pazardzhik, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Sofia is the amazing St. Nedelya Church. This travel destination is a church that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,593 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Knyazheska Garden. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,672 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Sofia is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Sofia is the outstanding Eagles' Bridge. This stone bridge has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 10,196 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Borisova Gradina Park. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,346 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Muzeiko. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,650 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Bulgaria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Bulgaria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Bulgaria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Bulgaria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Pazardzhik. Pazardzhik is another cheap travel destination in Bulgaria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Bulgaria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Pazardzhik that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pazardzhik is Restaurant “Avangard”. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,425 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pazardzhik, Piccante is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,440 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restorant "Manastira". Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pazardzhik enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 924 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pazardzhik’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Paradise Bar. Rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 532 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Coffee "Corleone". This popular bar in Pazardzhik has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 424 bar-goers.

You can also go to FRANGO as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular FRANGO is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 265 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

On day 8 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Bulgaria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Sofia and end your day in the city of Pleven, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Sofia is the amazing Druzhba Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,509 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Sofia Zoo. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,962 travelers, a visit to this well-known zoo and sightseeing spot in Sofia is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Sofia is the outstanding South Park. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,763 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Park "Geo Milev". This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,324 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Bulgaria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Bulgaria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Bulgaria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Bulgaria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Pleven. Pleven is another cheap travel destination in Bulgaria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Bulgaria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Pleven that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pleven is Life Restaurant & sushi. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,799 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pleven, Dezha Vyu Pitsa & Restorant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,699 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Canape Food # STRIP Club. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pleven enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,419 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pleven’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Revue - Coffee and Food. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 851 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Momento bar & pizza. This popular bar in Pleven has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 547 bar-goers.

You can also go to Kafe-Bar Borago as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Kafe-Bar Borago is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 537 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Bulgaria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Sofia and end your day in the city of Blagoevgrad, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Sofia is the amazing Park "Zaimov". This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,209 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,648 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Sofia is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Sofia is the outstanding Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker. This church has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,034 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Ivan Vazov National Theater. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,760 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Bulgaria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Bulgaria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Bulgaria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Bulgaria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Blagoevgrad. Blagoevgrad is another cheap travel destination in Bulgaria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Bulgaria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Blagoevgrad that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Blagoevgrad is Trezor. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 563 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Blagoevgrad, Tsarski klub Varosha is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 764 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Verde. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Blagoevgrad enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 717 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Blagoevgrad’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit BeFree. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 851 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Nays pleys. This popular bar in Blagoevgrad has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 657 bar-goers.

You can also go to Swing as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Swing is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 144 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

On day 10 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Bulgaria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Sofia and end your day in the city of Lovech, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Sofia is the amazing Holy Trinity Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,768 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Lions' Bridge. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,331 travelers, a visit to this well-known footbridge and sightseeing spot in Sofia is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Sofia is the outstanding National Palace of Culture. This convention center has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,510 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Russian Monument Square. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,588 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic North Park. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,850 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Bulgaria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Bulgaria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Bulgaria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Bulgaria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lovech. Lovech is another cheap travel destination in Bulgaria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Bulgaria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lovech that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lovech is Achevata mekhana. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,337 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lovech, Drakata is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,743 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Tavern Varosha. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lovech enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 930 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lovech’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Iron Fe -26 Coffee & Friends. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 661 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bar KRAFT (KRAFT Craft Beer Bar). This popular bar in Lovech has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 153 bar-goers.

You can also go to Pitsariya "Versay" as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Pitsariya "Versay" is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 174 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

Day 11 of your self-drive vacation in Bulgaria gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Devetaki and end your day in the city of Lovech.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Veliko Tarnovo for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Bulgaria.

While you’re in Devetaki, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Devetashka cave. The fantastic Devetashka cave is a popular cave and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,123 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Devetaki, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Lovech.

Make Covered Bridge your first stop. This popular bridge among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,683 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Bulgaria. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Bulgaria and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Veliko Tarnovo. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Veliko Tarnovo, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Asenevtsi, one of the best restaurants in Veliko Tarnovo. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,457 customers.

VkusoteriA is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. VkusoteriA is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 993 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Shtastliveca ("The Lucky One"), another well-loved restaurant in Veliko Tarnovo. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,818 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Bulgaria.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Veliko Tarnovo, Bianko. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,466 bar goers.

Lino Bar is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Veliko Tarnovo, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,358 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Tequila Bar Funky Monkey, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Bulgaria. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Bulgaria!

On day 12 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Bulgaria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Veliko Tarnovo and end your day in the city of Burgas, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Veliko Tarnovo is the amazing Monument of Mother Bulgaria. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Marno Pole Park. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,637 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Veliko Tarnovo is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Veliko Tarnovo is the outstanding Monument to the Assen Dynasty. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,635 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Park "Sveta Gora". This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,790 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Tsarevets Fortress. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,802 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Bulgaria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Bulgaria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Bulgaria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Bulgaria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Burgas. Burgas is another cheap travel destination in Bulgaria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Bulgaria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Burgas that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Burgas is Neptune. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,122 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Burgas, Flora Bar & Grill Burgas is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,536 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Incanto restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Burgas enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,786 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Burgas’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Malibu. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 909 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Cardamon Soul Food & Drinks 🌿. This popular bar in Burgas has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 716 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bar Bossa as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bar Bossa is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 596 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Bulgaria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 13 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Burgas.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Burgas is the remarkable Boris's Garden (Borisova Gradina). This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,195 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Burgas, consider a top-rated restaurant like ROMANCE Pizzeria Speciale. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,478 customers.

Zlatna ribka is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,494 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is 8 Mamas. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,238 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Bulgaria and your fun memories in Burgas.

You’ll then say farewell to Burgas and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Bulgaria!