Cheap 7-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Varna to Nessebar, Plovdiv, and Burgas

Your exciting road trip through Bulgaria starts when you reach the incredible city of Varna, where you'll stay for 3 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!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Varna, proving that cheap holidays in Bulgaria can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Asparuhov park. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,162 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral. This popular place of interest is a stunning eastern orthodox cathedral that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,920 visitors.

To make your trip to Varna more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Retro Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,701 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Retro Museum is often mentioned in Bulgaria road trip itineraries.

Your discovery of Varna does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Varna on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Bulgaria.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Bulgaria, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Staria Chinar - Port Varna, one of the best restaurants in Varna. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,810 reviews.

You can also check out Godzila Sevastopol. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,248 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Staria Chinar Restaurant. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,178 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Varna.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Varna for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Muffin bar & coffee and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,718 customers.

The BRICK bar is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Bar PUNTA CANA. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Varna.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Varna!

Day 3 of your road trip across Bulgaria offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Balchik and the enchanting Dobrich, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Balchik and end the day in Dobrich, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 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.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Balchik Palace. This popular site is a valued palace in Dobrich and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,361 visitors.

Another must-visit in Dobrich is the spectacular Balchik Botanic Garden. This outstanding park and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 15,348 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Park "Sveti Georgi" to make your cheap holiday experience in Dobrich truly special. This park and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,288 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.

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

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 Nessebar’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

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

Day 4 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 Stara Zagora.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Plovdiv 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.

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

Make “Bedechka” Park your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,174 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Stara Zagora is the outstanding Park “Ayazmo“. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,145 visitors, this remarkable park and attraction deserves a spot on your Bulgaria travel bucket list.

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 Plovdiv. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Plovdiv, 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 Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Plovdiv. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,229 customers.

Happy Bar & Grill Novotel is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Happy Bar & Grill Novotel is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,350 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Pavaj, another well-loved restaurant in Plovdiv. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 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 Plovdiv, Torro Grande / Torro Grande. 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,651 bar goers.

Rahat Tepe is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Plovdiv, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,984 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Club Fargo, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

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

On day 5 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 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 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 12,192 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible “Tsar Simeon Garden” Park. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,208 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 Theatre of Philippopolis. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,478 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 4,234 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Youth Hill. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,980 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 Happy Bar & Grill. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,335 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Burgas, Romance Pub & Pizza 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 2,070 diners.

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

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 Papa Beer - Craft Beer Bar. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 981 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Happy Bar & Grill. This popular bar in Burgas has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,139 bar-goers.

You can also go to GOTi - Family & Kitchen as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular GOTi - Family & Kitchen is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,786 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!

On day 6 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 Varna, 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 Burgas is the amazing The Clock. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,731 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible The Sea Garden. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,514 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Burgas is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Burgas is the outstanding Castle of Ravadinovo. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,048 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Bulgaria, drop by the popular Kavatsite. This attraction, an amazing bay, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,690 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Harmanite Beach. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,129 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 Varna. Varna 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 Varna that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Varna is Morska terasa. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,104 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Varna, El Kapan 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 3,370 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Happy Bar & Grill. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Varna enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,955 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Varna’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Cuba Beach Bar. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Cafe Bar Soho. This popular bar in Varna has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 136 bar-goers.

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 7 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 Stariyat chinar Preslav. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,788 customers.

Mr Baba 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 2,420 customers.

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!