Luxury 10-Day Bulgaria Road Trip Vacation around Sofia to Kyustendil, Plovdiv, and Bansko

Your luxury holiday in Bulgaria begins as soon as you reach the city of Sofia. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Bulgaria is Sofia - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Sofia.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Sofia. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Sofia.

This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city.

As your day in Sofia is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Bulgaria.

Raise a toast to the start of your 10-day luxury vacation in Bulgaria and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Bulgaria you will continue exploring the city of Sofia. You still have 5 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Sofia. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic South Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,055 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Borisova Gradina Park. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,952 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Eagles' Bridge stone bridge, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Knyazheska Garden is another stop you can visit today in Sofia. This park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,458 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Sofia, then consider a visit to the incredible St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is a church and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 18,076 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Sofia has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Sofia, make sure to check out Restaurant "Staria Chinar". This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Bulgaria has plenty more in store for you.

Day 3 of your luxury road trip Bulgaria offers you another day to explore the magnificent city of Sofia. Today you will continue your luxury holiday in the best possible way - by discovering the best sights, most exciting activities, and finest restaurants in the city.

One of the best travel destinations you can visit in Sofia today is the stunning Holy Trinity Park. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,629 reviews.

Next up, make your way to the spectacular Russian Monument Square. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,387 visitors.

When you’re ready for your next sight of the day, continue to the incredible National Palace of Culture. This attraction is a convention center and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,776 visitors.

You will be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for luxury tours and bespoke activities in Sofia. Add the best tours to your luxury vacation package before or after booking.

After a long day of discovering the unique quirks of Sofia, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely meal. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers and locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Sofia and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Sofia, Bulgaria and seize the opportunity to celebrate.

Day 4 of your luxury road trip Bulgaria offers you another day to explore the magnificent city of Sofia. Today you will continue your luxury holiday in the best possible way - by discovering the best sights, most exciting activities, and finest restaurants in the city.

One of the best travel destinations you can visit in Sofia today is the stunning Druzhba Park. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,323 reviews.

Next up, make your way to the spectacular Park "Geo Milev". This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,902 visitors.

When you’re ready for your next sight of the day, continue to the incredible St. Nedelya Church. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,189 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Ivan Vazov National Theater. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,201 visitors.

You will be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for luxury tours and bespoke activities in Sofia. Add the best tours to your luxury vacation package before or after booking.

After a long day of discovering the unique quirks of Sofia, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely meal. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

According to reviews, Taj Mahal Restaurant is one of the absolute best places to eat in Sofia. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Taj Mahal Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,423 customers.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers and locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Sofia and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Sofia, Bulgaria and seize the opportunity to celebrate.

On day 5 of your luxury holiday in Bulgaria, you will explore the surroundings of Sofia. Sofia is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Bulgaria, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Park Montanezium. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Park Sunny Garden. This attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 475 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Klisurski Monastery, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Klisurski Monastery is a convent with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,499 visitors.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in Bulgaria truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Sofia.

After a long day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Sofia and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in Bulgaria!

On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in Bulgaria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Sofia and the city of Kyustendil. You’ll stay in Kyustendil for 1 night.

Your day starts in Sofia.

Make the amazing Yablanitsa River Gorge your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 342 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Vrabcha waterfall. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 409 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this waterfall and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Ecopath "Looking at nine mountains". This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 393 visitors.

When you’re finished at the place of worship, the perfect next stop is the popular Zemen Monastery "St. John the Apostle". This spectacular place of worship and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,529 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Sofia by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Bulgaria to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Bulgaria. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Sofia today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kyustendil, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Friends, one of the best restaurants in Kyustendil. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,791 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Pizza Royal Kyustendil as one of their top choices in the city. Pizza Royal Kyustendil is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 673 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Kyustendil is Hotel Ramira. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 593 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Vintage bar and dinner is one of the best bars you can visit in Kyustendil tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 201 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Bulgaria! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in Bulgaria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Sofia and the city of Plovdiv. You’ll stay in Plovdiv for 1 night.

Your day starts in Sofia.

Make the amazing Erma River Gorge, Tran your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,980 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Holy Trinity. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 183 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this church and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Holy Paraskeva. This church has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 420 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Sofia by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Bulgaria to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Bulgaria. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Sofia today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Plovdiv, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Plovdiv. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Pavaj as one of their top choices in the city. Pavaj is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Plovdiv is Rahat Tepe. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,984 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Club Fargo is one of the best bars you can visit in Plovdiv tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,070 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Bulgaria! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 8 of your luxury road trip holiday in Bulgaria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Sofia and the city of Bansko. You’ll stay in Bansko for 1 night.

Your day starts in Sofia. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Singing Fountains your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,815 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,228 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,047 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Lauta Park. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 5,257 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Sofia by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Bulgaria to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Bulgaria. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Sofia today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bansko, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

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 has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Victoria Bansko as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant Victoria Bansko is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,271 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Amigo Pub is one of the best bars you can visit in Bansko tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,227 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Pirin 75. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 746 customers.

Alternatively, try Cafe Eliz. Cafe Eliz is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 663 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Bulgaria! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 9 of your luxury holiday in Bulgaria, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Sofia and the city of Sandanski. You’ll stay in Sofia for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Holy Trinity Church. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,261 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible City Park. This park and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 997 reviews.

The wonderful House Museum of Nikola Vaptsarov is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Sofia. This well-known attraction, and spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 568 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Sofia is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Bulgaria. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Bulgaria’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Sandanski.

Make your way to the incredible Sandanski Archaeological Museum in Sandanski for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a church and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 531 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Sandanski is the outstanding Episcopal Basilica. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 462 visitors, this remarkable landmark and attraction definitely deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists in Bulgaria.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Park "St. Vrach". This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,409 travelers.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Sofia.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Bulgaria awaits!

Today is the last day of your 10-day luxury holiday in Bulgaria and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Sofia before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Bulgaria by heading out to the stunning Lions' Bridge. This extraordinary footbridge and attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 5,977 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Sofia.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Sofia and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Bulgaria in your luggage!