Cheap 3-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Plovdiv traveling east to Bankya

Your exciting road trip through Bulgaria starts when you reach the incredible city of Plovdiv, where you'll stay for 1 night. You'll pick up your rental car in Plovdiv and begin your adventure in Bulgaria.

Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Old Town of Plovdiv 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 4,329 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 Plovdiv. An excellent example is the popular Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Bulgaria is Happy Bar & Grill Novotel. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,350 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 Torro Grande / Torro Grande. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,651 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Rahat Tepe is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,984 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Plovdiv we recommend is Club Fargo, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,070 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 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 Plovdiv and end your day in the city of Bankya, 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 Lauta Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,089 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,603 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Plovdiv is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Plovdiv is the outstanding Singing Fountains. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,362 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,705 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Alyosha Monument. This monument is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,433 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 Bankya. Bankya 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 Bankya that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bankya is Friends restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 862 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bankya enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bankya’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit The School. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,988 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bar Friday. This popular bar in Bankya has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,410 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Cocktail Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Cocktail Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,814 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Bulgaria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 3 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Plovdiv.

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 Plovdiv is the remarkable Path of Health. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,754 visitors.

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