Luxury 5-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Plovdiv to Sofia and Burgas and surrounding area

Your luxury holiday in Bulgaria begins as soon as you reach the city of Plovdiv. 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 Plovdiv - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Plovdiv.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Lauta Park. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Plovdiv, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,059 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Plovdiv. 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 Plovdiv.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Plovdiv.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Happy Bar & Grill Novotel. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,350 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Pavaj is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Plovdiv, and has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

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

Make your way to Torro Grande / Torro Grande. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,651 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Rahat Tepe, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars among 2,984 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Club Fargo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Bulgaria and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Bulgaria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Plovdiv and the city of Sofia. You’ll stay in Sofia for 1 night.

Your day starts in Plovdiv. 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 12,192 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 “Tsar Simeon Garden” Park. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,208 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis.

When you’re finished at the best-rated sightseeing destination, the perfect next stop is the popular Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 17,478 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Youth Hill. This park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,980 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hadjidraganov's Houses Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Sofia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,010 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Vodenitzata as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant Vodenitzata is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,223 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Sofia is Restaurant "Staria Chinar". This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

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

The School is one of the best bars you can visit in Sofia tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,988 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Bar Friday. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,410 customers.

Alternatively, try The Cocktail Bar. The Cocktail Bar 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 2,814 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 3 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 Burgas. You’ll stay in Burgas 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 St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,337 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this church and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Park "Zaimov". With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,115 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding South Park. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,616 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Borisova Gradina Park. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 27,212 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 Burgas, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Happy Bar & Grill, one of the best restaurants in Burgas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,335 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Romance Pub & Pizza as one of their top choices in the city. Romance Pub & Pizza is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,070 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Burgas is Ten'ova k'shcha. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,985 customers.

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

Papa Beer - Craft Beer Bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Burgas tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Happy Bar & Grill. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,139 customers.

Alternatively, try GOTi - Family & Kitchen. GOTi - Family & Kitchen is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,786 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 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Bulgaria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Burgas and the city of Plovdiv. You’ll stay in Plovdiv for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Boris's Garden (Borisova Gradina) your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,181 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 The Clock. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,731 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this must-see tourist destination and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding The Sea Garden. This park has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,514 visitors.

When you’re finished at the best-rated sightseeing destination, the perfect next stop is the popular Sand Fest Burgas. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 5,699 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Park "Mineralni bani". This park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,641 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Burgas 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 Burgas 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 Restaurant SOUTH breeze, one of the best restaurants in Plovdiv. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Hemingway Restaurant as one of their top choices in the city. Hemingway Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,363 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Plovdiv is r-nt , Mal'k Bunardzhik". This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,166 customers.

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

Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar 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 1,070 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Rock Bar Download. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 845 customers.

Alternatively, try No sens klub. No sens klub 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 984 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.

Today is the last day of your 5-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 Plovdiv 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 Old Town of Plovdiv. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 4,234 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Plovdiv.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Plovdiv, check out the menu at PASA Restaurant. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Restaurant Rio. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Le Petit Paris. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,036 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Plovdiv 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!