Luxury 7-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Plovdiv to Burgas, Stara Zagora, and Sofia 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 Youth Hill. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Plovdiv, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,014 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.

Torro Grande / Torro Grande 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,651 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 Rahat Tepe. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,984 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Club Fargo, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars among 1,132 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 7-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 Burgas. You’ll stay in Burgas 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 12,362 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 15,346 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 Theatre of Philippopolis. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,603 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Old Town of Plovdiv. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 4,329 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Nebet Tepe. This hill is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,910 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 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 Happy Bar & Grill as one of their top choices in the city. Happy Bar & Grill is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,139 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Burgas is Romance Pub & Pizza. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,070 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 Caribe. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,358 customers.

Alternatively, try Ti Bar & Kitchen - restorant i bar v Burgas. Ti Bar & Kitchen - restorant i bar v Burgas is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 835 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 holiday in Bulgaria, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Burgas and the city of Nesebar. You’ll stay in Stara Zagora for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding The Clock. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,744 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible The Sea Garden. This park and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 34,703 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Burgas 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 Nesebar.

Make your way to the incredible Church of Saint Sophia in Nesebar for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a church and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,853 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Nesebar is the outstanding Ancient Theatre. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,906 visitors, this remarkable top-tier point of interest and attraction definitely deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists in Bulgaria.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Sunny Beach. This attraction, a stunning town, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,830 travelers.

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

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Bulgaria, we recommend you try Golden Serbian Grill Pri Vlado, one of the best restaurants in Stara Zagora. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,263 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Uniqato as one of the top restaurants in the city. Restaurant Uniqato is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,988 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Stara Zagora is Shtastlivetsa. This restaurant has been rated an average 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.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Pri Kmeta. This bar is considered one of the best in Stara Zagora and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,871 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Drums. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers.

Alternatively, go to Brothers' cafe. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Stara Zagora and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 914 reviews.

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!

Get ready for day 4 of your luxury vacation in Bulgaria. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Stara Zagora and Bachkovo. You’ll stay in Sofia for 2 nights. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Stara Zagora, the incredible Park “Ayazmo“. This popular attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,233 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Antique Forum, an outstanding top-tier point of interest in Stara Zagora. Around 1,428 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Stara Zagora is the astonishing “Bedechka” Park. This attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 6,214 reviews.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Bulgaria. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Stara Zagora.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Bachkovo.

Make your way to the incredible Bachkovo Monastery "Uspenie Bogorodichno" for some unforgettable sightseeing in Bachkovo. This popular attraction is a place of worship and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,019 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Sofia. Luxury hotels in Sofia offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Sofia.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Sofia, Hadjidraganov's Houses Restaurant. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,010 reviews.

Locals also recommend Restaurant "Staria Chinar" as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Sofia. The Restaurant "Staria Chinar" is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Art Club Museum. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,570 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Sofia's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Bar Friday. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,410 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated The Cocktail Bar. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. The Cocktail Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,814 customers.

Alternatively, go to One More Bar. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,228 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

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

On day 5 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Sofia. You’ll stay in Sofia for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Sofia to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Sofia. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding North Park. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,850 visitors.

When you’re finished at North Park, make a stop at the wonderful Eagles' Bridge. This incredible attraction is a stone bridge, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,196 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Sofia, the extraordinary Borisova Gradina Park. This park is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,346 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Sofia Zoo. Up to 14,962 visitors have rated this zoo an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular South Park.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Sofia. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Sofia.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Leda Hotel, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,295 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Sofia is the fantastic Best Western Terminus Hotel. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Best Western Terminus Hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,837 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Sofia Hotel Balkan, a Luxury Collection Hotel. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 4,597 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Sofia.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic The Wrong Bar. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at Taj Mahal Restaurant. Considered one of the best restaurants in Sofia, it has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,423 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Sofia, Luciano is one to check out. Luciano is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,291 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Sofia.

Many locals go to Halbite Beer Hall to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,280 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Lime Cafe & Cocktails. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers.

5 Corners Pub is another great option in Sofia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,463 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Sofia, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation 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, the city of Sofia and the city of Plovdiv. You’ll stay in Plovdiv 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 National Palace of Culture your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,510 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this convention center and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Park "Geo Milev". With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,324 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 Park "Zaimov". This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,209 visitors.

When you’re finished at the church, the perfect next stop is the popular St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. This spectacular church and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 19,648 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ivan Vazov National Theater. This top-tier point of interest is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,760 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 Pavaj, one of the best restaurants in Plovdiv. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant SOUTH breeze as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant SOUTH breeze is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Plovdiv is Hemingway Restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,363 customers.

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

Rock Bar Download is one of the best bars you can visit in Plovdiv tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like No sens klub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 984 customers.

Alternatively, try Bar The Post. Bar The Post is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 425 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 7-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 Alyosha Monument. This extraordinary monument and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,433 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 r-nt , Mal'k Bunardzhik". This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,166 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is PASA Restaurant. 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 1,284 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Restaurant Rio. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,069 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!