The highlights of Bulgaria in two weeks
Bulgaria itinerary
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Published on:
Oct. 28, 2020
14 days
1208 km
8 steps
This two week itinerary is a round trip passing trough some of the main highlights of Bulgaria. See some of Bulgaria's cities full of culture and history, relax at the beach towns of the Black Sea and go hiking in Bulgaria's stunning mountains. This itinerary is fast paced and can easily be extended to three weeks to spend some more time in every destination.
Step 1: Sofia
2 days recommended
Sofia
Sofia, located in the west of the country is the capital of Bulgaria. The city is known for its history culture and vibrant nightlife. The city has many parks, churches and museums to visit. Only 30 minutes from the city is Vitosha Mountain where you can go hiking or can go skiing in the winter.
step 1: Sofia
Transportation type:
car/bus/boat
222 km / 137 miles
step 2: Veliko Tarnovo
Step 2: Veliko Tarnovo
2 days recommended
Veliko Tarnovo
Veliko Tarnovo is a town located in northern Bulgaria. The town is known for its old town with an unique architecture situated on three hills. On one of the hills is the huge 12th-century Tsarevets Fortress.
step 2: Veliko Tarnovo
Transportation type:
car/bus/boat
222 km / 137 miles
step 3: Varna
Step 3: Varna
2 days recommended
Varna
Varna is a port city located on Bulgaria's Black Sea. The city is known for its seaside resorts, beaches and vibrant nightlife.
step 3: Varna
Transportation type:
car/bus/boat
100 km / 62 miles
step 4: Nessebar
Step 4: Nessebar
1 days recommended
Nessebar
Nessebar is a town located in Burgas Province, on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast. The town is known for its UNESCO listed old town with cobblestone streets and byzantine ruins. Next to Nessebar is the party village of Ravda.
step 4: Nessebar
Transportation type:
car/bus/boat
37 km / 22 miles
step 5: Burgas
Step 5: Burgas
1 days recommended
Burgas
Burgas is a city on the Bulgarian Southern Black Sea coast. The city is mostly known for its beaches and there are several museums to visit. The Sea Garden is a big coastal park that is very popular.
step 5: Burgas
Transportation type:
car/bus/boat
253 km / 157 miles
step 6: Plovdiv
Step 6: Plovdiv
2 days recommended
Plovdiv
Plovdiv is the second-largest city of Bulgaria and is located in the historical region of Thrace. Plovdiv might be the oldest continually inhabited city in Europe, whose history began around 6000 BC. The cities old town has a great atmosphere and is full of art and free of cars.
step 6: Plovdiv
Transportation type:
car/bus/boat
159 km / 98 miles
step 7: Bansko (Pirin National Park)
Step 7: Bansko (Pirin National Park)
2 days recommended
Bansko (Pirin National Park)
Bansko is a town located in southwestern Bulgaria at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, which are part of Pirin National Park. The town is a gateway to the park which is popular for hiking or other outdoor activities.
step 7: Bansko (Pirin National Park)
Transportation type:
car/bus/boat
96 km / 59 miles
step 8: Rila National Park
Step 8: Rila National Park
2 days recommended
Rila National Park
Rila National Park is the largest national park in Bulgaria consisting of the Rila mountain range located in southwestern Bulgaria. The park is most famous for the 10th-century eastern orthodox Rila Monastery and for its picturesque mountainous landscapes.