Cheap 5-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Varna to Sveti Vlas and Shumen

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

Varna 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 Varna and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Sea Garden will make your cheap holiday in Bulgaria truly special. This attraction is a fascinating urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,141 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 Varna. An excellent example is the popular Sweet Parmy. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 645 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Bulgaria is Happy Bar & Grill Center (Varna). Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,318 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 Happy Bar & Grill. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,456 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Cubo is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 5,527 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Varna we recommend is Beach Bar Menthol, 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 2,430 customers.

The Garden Bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,562 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 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 Varna and end your day in the city of Sveti Vlas, 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 Varna is the amazing Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral. This travel destination is an eastern orthodox cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,920 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Dolphinarium Varna. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,495 travelers, a visit to this well-known aquarium and sightseeing spot in Varna is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Varna is the outstanding Retro Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,701 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Asparuhov park. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,162 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 Sveti Vlas. Sveti Vlas 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 Sveti Vlas that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Sveti Vlas is Familia Fish & Grill. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,421 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Sveti Vlas, Vaya beach 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 2,214 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Plakamoto. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Sveti Vlas enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,639 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Sveti Vlas’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit ECO-Bar By Michael. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Caramel - Music Hall. This popular bar in Sveti Vlas has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 966 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bar Mexo as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bar Mexo is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 870 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 3 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 Nessebar and end your day in the city of Burgas.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Shumen 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 Nessebar, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Sunny Beach. The fantastic Sunny Beach is a popular town and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,801 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Church of Saint Sophia, a well-known church in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 9,816 travelers.

The top-rated Nesebar Archaeological Museum is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 3,692 travelers.

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

Make The Sea Garden your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,514 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 Shumen. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Shumen, 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 Barbarossa Beach Club, one of the best restaurants in Shumen. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,743 customers.

Primo Bar & Grill is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Primo Bar & Grill is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,308 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Vienna garden, another well-loved restaurant in Shumen. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,079 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 Shumen, BACARDI CLUB. 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,210 bar goers.

Zino Club is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Shumen, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 646 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by SPORTEN BAR I GRIL "REFERITE", where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 285 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip across Bulgaria offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Balchik and the enchanting Balchik, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Balchik and end the day in Balchik, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 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 Balchik is the magnificent Balchik Palace. Around 19,361 visitors have rated this excellent palace and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Balchik Botanic Garden on this leg of your self-drive tour in Bulgaria. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 15,348 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Albena. This popular site is a valued seaside resort in Balchik and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,517 visitors.

Another must-visit in Balchik is the spectacular Balchik Palace. This outstanding palace and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 19,361 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Balchik Botanic Garden to make your cheap holiday experience in Balchik truly special. This park and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,348 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.

Varna 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 Varna offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Bulgaria.

Staria Chinar - Port Varna is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,810 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Varna is Godzila Sevastopol, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,248 customers.

Staria Chinar Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Varna. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,178 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 Varna’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Muffin bar & coffee is an excellent example of a great bar in Varna offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,718 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The BRICK bar, another of locals’ go-to bars in Varna. The BRICK bar is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,387 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bar PUNTA CANA is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Varna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,540 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Bulgaria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Varna.

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 Varna is the remarkable Monument of the Bulgarian-Soviet Friendship. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,432 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Varna, consider a top-rated restaurant like Morska terasa. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,104 customers.

El Kapan 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,370 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Happy Bar & Grill. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,955 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Bulgaria and your fun memories in Varna.

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