18 days in Bulgaria Itinerary
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Start: Sao Paulo
Fly
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Sofia
— 3 nights
Drive
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Bansko
— 2 nights
Drive
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Rila
— 1 night
Drive
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Borovets
— 1 night
Drive
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Plovdiv
— 1 night
Drive
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Sunny Beach
— 2 nights
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Veliko Tarnovo
— 1 night
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Silistra
— 1 night
Drive
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Balchik
— 3 nights
Drive to Varna Airport, Fly to Sao Paulo
End: Sao Paulo
Wed, Apr 5 - Sat, Apr 22
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Sofia — 3 nights
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Sofia is known for sightseeing, fun & games, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, admire the landmark architecture of Church St. George Rotunda, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Boyana Church.
For photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Sofia tour itinerary planning site.
Sao Paulo, Brazil to Sofia is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Traveling from Sao Paulo to Sofia, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Sao Paulo in April: highs in Sofia hover around 20°C, while lows dip to 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bansko.
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Sao Paulo, Brazil to Sofia is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Traveling from Sao Paulo to Sofia, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Sao Paulo in April: highs in Sofia hover around 20°C, while lows dip to 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bansko.
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Bansko — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 10th (Mon): hit the slopes at Ski Bansko, then don't miss a visit to Pirin Street, and then fly down the slopes at BanskoSki. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Tue): explore the striking landscape of Pirin National Park.
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You can drive from Sofia to Bansko in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daily temperatures in Bansko can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can drive to Rila.
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You can drive from Sofia to Bansko in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daily temperatures in Bansko can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can drive to Rila.
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Rila — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): admire the striking features of Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Church, enjoy some diversion at Aqua Park, and then contemplate the long history of Rila Monastery.
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Drive from Bansko to Rila in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April in Rila, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 5°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can go by car to Borovets.
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Drive from Bansko to Rila in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April in Rila, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 5°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can go by car to Borovets.
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Borovets — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): grab your bike and head to Borovets Mountain Bike Park, don't miss a visit to Tsarska Bistritsa, then admire the local landmark of The Big Drinking Fountain, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Borovets Ski Resort.
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Traveling by car from Rila to Borovets takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Plovdiv.
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Traveling by car from Rila to Borovets takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Plovdiv.
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Plovdiv — 1 night
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City of the Seven Hills
On the 14th (Fri), steep yourself in history at Plovdiv Roman Theatre, pause for some serene contemplation at "St. st. Konstantin and Elena" Church, examine the collection at Ethnographic Museum, then get your game on at Old Plovdiv Retro Photo, then make a trip to Plovdiv Old Town, and finally get the lay of the land with Walking tours.
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You can drive from Borovets to Plovdiv in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In April, daily temperatures in Plovdiv can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to drive to Sunny Beach.
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You can drive from Borovets to Plovdiv in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In April, daily temperatures in Plovdiv can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to drive to Sunny Beach.
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Sunny Beach — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): cool off at Action Aquapark, then get out on two wheels at Karting Sunny Beach, and then head outdoors with Oskis. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Pomorie Lake, get a taste of local nightlife at Party Patrol, and then soak in style at Turkish baths.
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Traveling by car from Plovdiv to Sunny Beach takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in April, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Veliko Tarnovo.
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Traveling by car from Plovdiv to Sunny Beach takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in April, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Veliko Tarnovo.
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Veliko Tarnovo — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): pause for some photo ops at Asen's Monument, take an in-depth tour of Sarafkina House, make a trip to Samovodska Charshiya Complex, then step into the grandiose world of Tsarevets, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa della Nativita.
For where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Veliko Tarnovo trip planner.
Drive from Sunny Beach to Veliko Tarnovo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. April in Veliko Tarnovo sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Silistra.
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Drive from Sunny Beach to Veliko Tarnovo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. April in Veliko Tarnovo sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Silistra.
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Silistra — 1 night
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On the 18th (Tue), don't miss a visit to Medzhit Tabiya Fort, see the interesting displays at History Museum of Silistra, then admire the natural beauty at Dunavska Gradina, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Srebarna Nature Reserve.
To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Silistra driving holiday planner.
You can drive from Veliko Tarnovo to Silistra in 3.5 hours. In April, daytime highs in Silistra are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can drive to Balchik.
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You can drive from Veliko Tarnovo to Silistra in 3.5 hours. In April, daytime highs in Silistra are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can drive to Balchik.
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Balchik — 3 nights
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Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Balchik: Varna (''Primorski'' park & Varna Archaeological Museum). Spend the 19th (Wed) exploring the collection at Palace and Botanical Gardens of Balchik. Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 21st (Fri) at Aquapolis. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Cape Kaliakra.
To find other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Balchik online driving holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Silistra to Balchik takes 2 hours. In April in Balchik, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Traveling by car from Silistra to Balchik takes 2 hours. In April in Balchik, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Bulgaria travel guide
Eventful history has endowed Bulgaria with a rich cultural, architectural, and artistic heritage, while natural beauty and recreational opportunities make it one of Europe's most desirable holiday destinations. Carpeted by dense forests and fed by mighty rivers, this ancient land once drew invaders from distant corners of Europe. Today, the country's Black Sea coastline and seven rugged mountain ranges top the itineraries of nearly 8 million annual visitors. While its growing cities offer modern shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities, Bulgaria's countryside remains a history buff's paradise, boasting well-preserved reminders of ancient civilizations that conquered or passed through this land. Begin your Bulgarian adventure in Sofia, one of Europe's oldest capitals, with over 250 historic landmarks.
