7 days in Bulgaria Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Bulgaria trip itinerary planner
Start: Izmir
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Sofia
— 2 nights
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Plovdiv
— 1 night
Drive
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Nessebar
— 3 nights
Fly
End: Izmir
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Sofia — 2 nights
Spend time in one of Europe's oldest cities, the vibrant Bulgarian capital of Sofia.Sofia is known for sightseeing, fun & games, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, hit the slopes at Vitosha Mountain, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral.
For maps, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Sofia road trip planning tool.
Izmir, Turkey to Sofia is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference moving from Turkey Time (TRT) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Izmir in February, Sofia is little chillier at night with lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to drive to Plovdiv.
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Plovdiv — 1 night
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City of the Seven Hills
Though it is often seen as merely a stopover city, Plovdiv is actually a lively university town with bohemian cafes, a thriving art scene, and exciting nightlife.On the 23rd (Thu), steep yourself in history at Plovdiv Roman Theatre, then don't miss a visit to Plovdiv Old Town, and then walk around Park Tsar Simeon.
For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Plovdiv trip planning website.
Traveling by car from Sofia to Plovdiv takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In February in Plovdiv, expect temperatures between 11°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can go by car to Nessebar.
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Nessebar — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Black Sea
Between the ruggedly beautiful Balkan Mountains and shores of the Black Sea lies the World Heritage Site, Nessebar.Change things up with a short trip to Sozopol Old Town in Sozopol (about 1h 5 min away). There's still lots to do: delve into the distant past at Nessebar, examine the collection at Archaeological Museum, cool off at Action Aquapark, and get out on two wheels at Karting Sunny Beach.
To see maps, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Nessebar trip planner.
Traveling by car from Plovdiv to Nessebar takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In February in Nessebar, expect temperatures between 10°C during the day and 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can fly 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.
