Bulgaria is a diverse country, featuring a sweeping coastline along the Black Sea and a mountainous interior. The country is also home to a mix of Greek, Ottoman and Persian influences. Take a bicycle tour of Sofia to see landmarks like the impressive Vrana Palace, or head to seaside Varna to stroll its enchanting waterfront. If you love skiing and trekking, Bansko simply can’t be missed.
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It’s currently low season in Bulgaria. Prices are good, and Bulgaria's attractions aren’t crowded.
Highlights
Ascend Bulgaria's two highest peaks.
Enjoy the well-preserved flora and fauna of the 'Pirin' and 'Rila' National Parks, with varied birdlife, brown bear, wolves and a wealth of alpine flowers..
Visit the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site..
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This trip takes you to a mix of exciting capital cities and quaint mountain villages, allowing you to see the many sides of Eastern Europe.
“This was a great way to see the Balkans Albania and Bulgaria. It was good being in a small group meant there was much more time to explore but also have time to do activities ourselves.”
“The tour was a small group so we had lots of additional time and our guide was very informative and helpful in every way. The location of hotels were all centrally located so made exploring and walking to places of interest so easy.”
“Interesting but transportation Kotor to Dubrovnik was insane. Drive 3 extra hours cross 2 border plus 10:30 am wine tasting not wanted because Tucan stupidly hired a bus company that can not use direct beautiful coastal road . No washroom for hrs”
“I found the tour (locations visited) 4.25/5 but I found it poor value for money. If you were serious about feedback you wouldn't limit me to 255 characters I ran out of space.”
“I enjoyed this tour. Learned a lot about the Balkans. Doing our own excursions mostly was good as folks had different interests. Stays were always a bit rushed but the tour was the right length overall. Add Kosovo. Very close but then ignored.”
“This was a very varied trip, which included sightseeing in the old town of Plovdiv (impressive Roman remains, immense town walls and elegant merchants houses) and at the Bachovo monastery on our way to the Rodopi mountains, some lovely ridge walks with stunning panoramic views across the mountain range and down the impressive limestone gorges, visits to two very different show caves, several hours in a game reserve (followed by a night in a spa hotel) and some very enjoyable short walks on transfer days. We finished with an overnight stay in Sofia, and had the opportunity to have a brief look round the major sites before our transfer to the airport.”
“Never having been to Bulgaria before, we didn't really know what to expect. However we were attracted to this holiday because of the variety it offered. Although we had freezing temperatures, the holiday well surpassed our expectations. We were kept active with beautiful mountain walks; yet we also managed to see interesting architecture in Plovdiv, go on an animal safari, before having a swim in the luxury spa hotel in Devin, visit some astonishing caves in the Rodopi, have half a day in Sofia and see an ancient monastery. On top of all that there was a cookery lesson and local singing and dancing in Yagodina.. There was just so much to this break. Although the snow wasn't deep enough for snowshoeing, the scenery looked like a wonderful winter wonderland and we had the whole area to ourselves. We had an excellent guide who shared her extensive knowledge of the area and people with us, and we were also accompanied on most of our walks by a good- natured village hunting dog. Everywhere we stayed we had great food and accommodation and the hotel staff in Yagodina were particulary welcoming and friendly.”
“It was a very enjoyable trip in a remote part of the country. I didn't hear about Rodopi mountains before so didn't know what to expect. The scenery is absolutely stunning - mountains, forests, gorges, caves - all so untouched and beautiful! I enjoyed all the walks and we never saw any other walkers - it was amazing to have it all just to ourselves. We also had a chance to see how local people live. It was a nice, relaxing week and the group bonded pretty quickly!”
A trip to this Balkan nation offers attractions as diverse as its geography. With mountains and rivers calling out to the hiker and sunny beaches along the Black Sea luring the sun-bathers to its shores, this country truly offers something for everyone who is looking for an amazing vacation. Bulgaria’s cultural history is as varied as its attractions, with a history that includes the Greek, Ottoman, Slavic, and Persian peoples it is no wonder that a colorful history has produced such a fun-loving culture where the nightlife is as vibrant as any you could ask for along these Black Sea shores.
Tour Highlights
Sunny Beach is the place to be, with over 130 restaurants, and 800 hotels boasting of 300,000 rooms, as well as some of the most beautiful beaches, and beach goers, along the Black Sea coast.
Visit during the first week of June and take part in the Rose Festival, watch the rose parade, and maybe even meet the Rose Queen herself.
Want to see a cathedral that can accommodate 10,000 people at a time? Visit the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia!
Smaller in size, but rich in history, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church features frescos that date to the 10th century for your consideration.
Take a hike to see the Seven Rila Lakes in the Northwestern Rila Mountains. Visit in July or August for the most favorable weather conditions.
For winter fun, try skiing or snowboarding in Bansko, just outside of Sofia. With ski season running from December to March there is plenty of time to schedule a vacation.
Travel Tips
For a change of pace, try taking a bike tour of Sofia, it is an active way to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Public transportation is substandard, private busses, or taxis are a safer bet to get you where you need to be, when you need to be there.
Trains are available to get you from village to village along the Black Sea coast, but be prepared for delays.
Though slow, the trains can be comfortable. For a longer trip, try a sleeper car and travel in true comfort along the coast.
Bulgaria has seasonal weather so please do check up on the best time to visit Bulgaria before planning your tour. And if you’re still hunting for more things to do and places to explore in Bulgaria, do check out our Bulgaria Travel Guide for more information.
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