Cheap 5-Day Bulgaria Road Trip from Burgas traveling north to Veliko Tarnovo and Varna

Your exciting road trip through Bulgaria starts when you reach the incredible city of Burgas, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Burgas and begin your adventure in Bulgaria.

Burgas 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 Burgas and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing The Clock will make your cheap holiday in Bulgaria truly special. This attraction is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,744 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 Burgas. An excellent example is the popular Happy Bar & Grill. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,335 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Bulgaria is Happy Bar & Grill. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,139 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 Romance Pub & Pizza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,070 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Papa Beer - Craft Beer Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 981 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Burgas we recommend is Caribe, 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 1,358 customers.

Ti Bar & Kitchen - restorant i bar v Burgas is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 835 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

On day 2 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 Veliko Tarnovo, 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 Sea Garden. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,703 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Museum of Aviation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,213 travelers, a visit to this well-known aviation museum and sightseeing spot in Burgas is likely to make your vacation in Bulgaria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Burgas is the outstanding Park "Mineralni bani". This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,653 visitors.

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 Veliko Tarnovo. Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Veliko Tarnovo is Restaurant Asenevtsi. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,457 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Veliko Tarnovo, VkusoteriA is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 993 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Shtastliveca ("The Lucky One"). Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Veliko Tarnovo enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,818 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Veliko Tarnovo’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Bulgaria. For example, you can visit Bianko. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,466 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Lino Bar. This popular bar in Veliko Tarnovo has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,358 bar-goers.

You can also go to Tequila Bar Funky Monkey as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Tequila Bar Funky Monkey is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 493 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Bulgaria!

Day 3 of your road trip across Bulgaria offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Veliko Tarnovo and the enchanting Balchik, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Veliko Tarnovo and end the day in Balchik, 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 Veliko Tarnovo is the magnificent Tsarevets Fortress. Around 11,802 visitors have rated this excellent top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Park "Sveta Gora" on this leg of your self-drive tour in Bulgaria. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 4,790 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Veliko Tarnovo, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Balchik.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Balchik Palace. This popular site is a valued palace in Balchik and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,545 visitors.

Another must-visit in Balchik is the spectacular Balchik Botanic Garden. This outstanding park and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 15,424 travelers.

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.

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

Sweet Parmy is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 645 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Varna is Happy Bar & Grill Center (Varna), a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,318 customers.

Happy Bar & Grill offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Varna. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,456 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. 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 Varna’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Cubo is an excellent example of a great bar in Varna offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,527 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Beach Bar Menthol, another of locals’ go-to bars in Varna. Beach Bar Menthol is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 2,430 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The Garden Bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Varna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 2,562 bar-goers.

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 Varna and end your day in the city of Nesebar.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Burgas 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 Varna, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Sea Garden. The fantastic Sea Garden is a popular urban park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,289 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral, a well-known eastern orthodox cathedral in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 7,003 travelers.

The top-rated Asparuhov park is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 4,183 travelers.

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

Make Sunny Beach your first stop. This popular town among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,830 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Nesebar is the outstanding Church of Saint Sophia. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,853 visitors, this remarkable church 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 Burgas. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Burgas, 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 Neptune, one of the best restaurants in Burgas. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,122 customers.

Flora Bar & Grill Burgas is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Flora Bar & Grill Burgas is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,536 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Incanto restaurant, another well-loved restaurant in Burgas. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,786 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 Burgas, Malibu. 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 909 bar goers.

Cardamon Soul Food & Drinks 🌿 is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Burgas, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 716 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Bar Bossa, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 596 customers.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Bulgaria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Burgas.

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 Burgas is the remarkable Boris's Garden (Borisova Gradina). This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,195 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Burgas, consider a top-rated restaurant like ROMANCE Pizzeria Speciale. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,478 customers.

Zlatna ribka 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 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,494 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is 8 Mamas. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,238 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Bulgaria and your fun memories in Burgas.

You’ll then say farewell to Burgas and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Bulgaria!