Luxury 5-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Plovdiv traveling east to Burgas and Stara Zagora

Your luxury holiday in Bulgaria begins as soon as you reach the city of Plovdiv, where you'll be staying for 1 night. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

Tonight, you will be treated to a stay at one of the 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 the most popular attractions in Bulgaria can make you lose track of time. Be sure to grab something to eat at one of the best restaurants in Plovdiv.

Don't forget to book a table at Айлякрия / Aylyakria Restaurant, a well-known eatery in Plovdiv. This popular restaurant and its sumptuous cuisine have won the hearts of food lovers. Its commitment to a delicious menu is evident in its 4.8 out of 5-star rating from 1,229 satisfied guests.

Ensure you visit Happy Bar & Grill Novotel while exploring Plovdiv. This popular restaurant offers a delicious menu, distinguished with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, celebrated by 4,350 discerning guests.

Immerse yourself in the culinary delights of Torro Grande / Торро Гранде, a popular restaurant in Plovdiv. With a menu designed to delight, it ensures a dining experience that transcends the ordinary. Its reputation is reflected in its 4.4 out of 5-star rating from 4,651 discerning diners.

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. Enjoy a signature cocktail or a glass of fine wine as you toast to the adventures that await you.

To have one of the best bar experiences in Plovdiv, we recommend going to the wonderful Rahat Tepe. This bar offers a variety of phenomenal dishes and drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,984 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, check out Club Fargo. This is a favorite place to hang out among locals, and an excellent place to visit if you wish to make new acquaintances while enjoying a refreshing drink. Club Fargo has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,132 customers.

Yet another excellent option is the popular Котка и Мишка, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers, so be sure to check out whether this is the place to celebrate tonight.

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

Wake up to day 2 of your luxury holiday in Bulgaria! Remember to have a hearty breakfast because today will be filled with memorable adventures in Plovdiv and Burgas. With a flexible itinerary, you're free to adapt and explore additional attractions or enjoy spontaneous discoveries. Your stay of 1 night at a luxury hotel in Burgas adds a touch of comfort to your journey.

Start your sightseeing with a visit to “Tsar Simeon Garden” Park. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Plovdiv, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,346 visitors.

Singing Fountains is another popular place of interest you can visit today. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,362 reviews gives you an idea of other visitors’ experience at this attraction.

If it’s still bright and early, make your way to Alyosha Monument. Visitors have rated this monument an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,433 reviews.

Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis is another unique site you can experience today. This attraction is a sightseeing destination rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,705 reviews.

Make your way to the fantastic Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis, perhaps the most famous sightseeing destination in Plovdiv. This attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,603 travelers.

Continue your road trip and head to your next destination, Burgas. This car ride takes around 2 hours 27 min.

When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

Relax and unwind in style as you spend the night at one of the top luxury hotels in in Burgas.

After a full day of exploring, treat yourself to a delightful dinner or a refreshing drink at the best spots in Burgas. Choose from a selection of excellent restaurants and bars and find the perfect place for your evening.

Locals enjoy eating at Happy Bar & Grill, one of the most recommended restaurants in Burgas. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,335 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Happy Bar & Grill. Around 5,139 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,070 customers, Romance Pub & Pizza is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

As the day is coming to an end, you can head back to your hotel to relax, or, go out for a drink.

Cap off the evening at Papa Beer - Craft Beer Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 981 customers and is one of the best bars in Burgas.

Another popular place to go for refreshing drinks and delicious bites is Caribe. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,358 customers, this spot offers customers an unforgettable bar experience.

Ti Bar & Kitchen - ресторант и бар в Бургас is a great bar with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 835 customers. With this impressive average rating, Ti Bar & Kitchen - ресторант и бар в Бургас is certainly a great place to indulge in an exquisite glass of a cold, bubbly drink.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Bulgaria with a toast! Enjoy a great night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

Wake up to day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Bulgaria! Today, you will get the opportunity to visit multiple fantastic bucket-list destinations in the country as you head towards the city of Stara Zagora, where you'll be staying for 1 night. The day's itinerary unfolds with a diverse array of experiences in Burgas, Nessebar, and Stara Zagora.

Kick off the day at The Clock, a top pick for today’s sightseeing. This sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,744 reviews.

Today is also your chance to visit The Sea Garden. The Sea Garden is a park with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 34,703 reviews.

After soaking in Burgas’s unique atmosphere, jump into the car with a full heart and drive in the direction of your next destination: Nessebar. Expect your car journey to take a minimum of 40 min. When you arrive in Nessebar, it's time to take a break from the road.

Start your sightseeing with a visit to Church of Saint Sophia. This church is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Nessebar, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,853 visitors.

Ancient Theatre is another popular place of interest you can visit today. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,906 reviews gives you an idea of other visitors’ experience at this attraction.

If it’s still bright and early, make your way to Sunny Beach. Visitors have rated this town an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 6,830 reviews.

Stara Zagora’s wonders await as you prepare for another journey on the road, leaving the breathtaking surroundings of Nessebar behind. This drive usually takes around 2 hours 5 min. Stara Zagora welcomes you with a multitude of unique vacation experiences.

Relax and unwind in style as you spend the night at one of the top luxury hotels in in Stara Zagora.

After a long day of discovering the unique quirks of Bulgaria, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely meal or enjoy a refreshing drink. We’ve gathered the most recommended dining and drinking spots in the city so you can check out the menus and make advance reservations.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Golden Serbian Grill Pri Vlado. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,263 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Stara Zagora.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Restaurant Uniqato. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,988 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Shtastlivetsa is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Stara Zagora, and has an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,681 customers.

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

Whether you prefer your drink shaken or stirred, Pri Kmeta is a great place to enjoy a well-deserved celebratory drink. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,871 customers.

Alternatively, check out Drums, a place many travelers consider their favorite in Stara Zagora. Drums offers drinks for every taste and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,871 guests.

If you want to continue your night at another bar, try Brothers' cafe and soak in its inviting ambiance. This bar is one of the best drinking spots in Stara Zagora and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 914 reviews.

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

On day 4 of your luxury holiday in Bulgaria, your road trip route will take you exploring the best of Stara Zagora, Bachkovo, Asenovgrad, and Plovdiv. The day's journey will conclude in Plovdiv, a city that offers you comfort and relaxation for 1 night. With a day brimming with amazing attractions ahead, fuel up with a hearty breakfast to savor every moment of your luxury vacation in Bulgaria.

An excellent attraction to start your day with is Artileriyski Park. This park is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,601 reviews.

Continue your journey at Park “Ayazmo“. This park is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,233 travelers from near and far.

Stara Zagora is also the home of “Bedechka” Park. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,214 visitors.

Once you're ready to continue your road trip, it's time to buckle up and drive, eagerly anticipating your arrival in Asenovgrad. This drive usually takes around 1 hour 22 min, without any stops or traffic disruptions.

A top pick for your self-guided sightseeing tour today is Asen's Fortress. Previous visitors have rated this fortress an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,063 reviews.

Continue your road trip and head to your next destination, Plovdiv. This car ride takes around 43 min.

Relax and unwind in style as you spend the night at one of the top luxury hotels in in Plovdiv.

After a day filled with travel and exploration, we recommend you treat yourself to a meal or a drink at the finest restaurants and bars in Plovdiv. Savor the local cuisine and relax as you recount the day's experiences.

At the top-rated restaurant Pavaj, you can enjoy a mouthwatering selection of both food and drinks. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

If you feel like having something else, Restaurant SOUTH breeze is another great option. This fantastic restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

A third restaurant you could check out is Hemingway Restaurant. Hemingway Restaurant offers a menu of delicious dishes that are sure to satisfy your hunger. We’ll let its excellent rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,363 customers speak for itself.

After dinner, visit some of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv. Strike up a conversation with the friendly locals to end the day perfectly.

When an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Rock Bar Download, one of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 845 customers.

Get drinks as good as this day's adventure at Но сенс клуб. Considered one of the most popular bars in the city of Plovdiv, this bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 984 customers.

Bar The Post is also a great bar where you can have nice chats over delicious bites. Bar The Post has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 425 customers.

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

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.

Make the most of your final day in Bulgaria by visiting Plovdiv’s iconic markets and shopping establishments. Your stay’s proximity to the city’s retail haven invites an unhurried and unforgettable exploration of its variety of stores and establishments.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing experience in Bulgaria.

Don’t travel hungry. Take the opportunity to savor the local cuisine in Plovdiv one last time before you head to the airport.

This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,166 reviews.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try a local favorite, check out PASA Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 customers and guarantees you a nice dining experience to end your day.

If your taste buds call for something different, book a table at Restaurant Rio. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

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!