Bulgaria

Day-by-Day Travel Plan

14-Day Bulgaria Itinerary

14 days
5 cities — Sofia → Plovdiv → Varna → Burgas → Ruse
Best in May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

The ultimate two-week journey through Bulgaria. Bulgaria is one of Europe's best-kept travel secrets — an ancient land where Thracian tombs, Roman ruins, Byzantine churches, and medieval fortresses lie within easy reach of each other, and where an extraordinary Black Sea coastline meets some of the Balkans' finest mountain ranges. This itinerary takes you through the highlights — from iconic landmarks to local experiences.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1 — Arrive in Sofia

Sofia

  • ▸ Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
  • ▸ Vitosha Boulevard

Sofia — the vibrant capital of Bulgaria, blending ancient history, Soviet-era architecture, and modern cultural life

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Day 2 — Explore Sofia

Sofia

  • ▸ Boyana Church
  • ▸ Vitosha Mountain
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Day 3 — Explore Sofia

Sofia

  • ▸ Boyana Church
  • ▸ Vitosha Mountain
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Day 4 — Arrive in Plovdiv

Plovdiv

  • ▸ Roman Theatre of Plovdiv
  • ▸ Old Town Plovdiv

Plovdiv — Bulgaria’s second-largest city, known for its Roman ruins, colorful Old Town, and vibrant cultural scene

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Day 5 — Explore Plovdiv

Plovdiv

  • ▸ Kapana Creative District
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Day 6 — Explore Plovdiv

Plovdiv

  • ▸ Kapana Creative District
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Day 7 — Arrive in Varna

Varna

  • ▸ Sea Garden (Morska Gradina)
  • ▸ Varna Archaeological Museum

Varna — Bulgaria’s maritime capital on the Black Sea coast, famous for beaches, resorts, and cultural landmarks

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Day 8 — Explore Varna

Varna

  • ▸ Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral
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Day 9 — Explore Varna

Varna

  • ▸ Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral
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Day 10 — Arrive in Burgas

Burgas

  • ▸ Sea Garden Burgas
  • ▸ Burgas Beach

Burgas — coastal city and gateway to the Bulgarian seaside resorts, known for beaches, parks, and cultural events

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Day 11 — Explore Burgas

Burgas

  • ▸ Burgas Archaeological Museum
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Day 12 — Explore Burgas

Burgas

  • ▸ Burgas Archaeological Museum
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Day 13 — Arrive in Ruse

Ruse

  • ▸ Ruse Regional Historical Museum
  • ▸ Freedom Square

Ruse — Bulgaria’s largest city on the Danube River, known for its neoclassical architecture and riverfront promenades

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Day 14 — Explore Ruse

Ruse

  • ▸ Danube River Promenade