Varna - Veliko Tarnovo - Sofia (Self Drive)
❮Varna - Veliko Tarnovo - Sofia (Self Drive)
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This 7 night sample itinerary includes:
- Rental Car for 8 days
- Hotel for 2 nights in Varna
- Hotel for 2 nights in Veliko Tarnovo
- Hotel for 3 nights in Sofia
Driving Time
Varna - Veliko Tarnovo: 2 hrs. 40 mins. approx.
Veliko Tarnovo - Sofia: 2 hrs. 40 mins. approx.
Discover Bulgaria!. Visit Varna ("The pearl of the Bulgarian Black Seaside”. Historically known as Odessos -Ancient Greek city-), next is Veliko Tarnovo (a town in north central Bulgaria and the administrative centre of Veliko Tarnovo Province) and finally, Sofia (one of the oldest capital cities in Europe, from the 8th century BC, it houses numerous museums, notably the National Historical Museum, the Bulgarian Natural History Museum, the Museum of Earth and Men). Travel between them with a Rental Car. This is a flexible package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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Varna
Day 1Arrive to Varna
Overnight in VarnaDay 2Overnight in VarnaDay 3Departing from Varna
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Veliko Tarnovo
Day 3Arrive to Veliko Tarnovo
Overnight in Veliko TarnovoDay 4Overnight in Veliko TarnovoDay 5Departing from Veliko Tarnovo
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Sofia
Day 5Arrive to Sofia
Overnight in SofiaDay 6Overnight in SofiaDay 7Overnight in SofiaDay 8Departing from Sofia
Bulgaria
Bulgaria is known for its rich history, which stretches back over 6,000 years and is on display everywhere you look, ranging from sacred religious buildings with beautiful architectural styles and colorful art to the hundreds of fortresses and historic ruins, from which some famous legends and myths were born. Bulgaria is one of the most popular beach destinations in Europe, with hundreds of miles of glittering coastline. It`s also known for its winter sporting opportunities in some of the most glamorous and affordable ski resorts east of Switzerland.
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Trip Summary
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Varna
Varna, the third-largest city in Bulgaria, is the largest of the Black Sea resort towns. Varna is well-known for its archaeological sites and finds, such as the 6,000-year-old Gold of Varna, the oldest gold treasure in the world, and the Roman Baths which is the largest of its kind in the Balkans. Many people use Varna as a jumping-off point to explore the rest of the Black Sea Coast, but it is a popular tourist destination in its own right. It is one of the cultural centers of Bulgaria, and it is also home to one of the most vibrant nightlife scenes in the country. Be sure to visit one of the hot thermal spring "sea baths" which dot the coast. Visit and discover the Dolphinarium Varna, Sea Garden, Varna Archaeological Museum, Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral, Roman Thermae of Odessos, Retro Museum, Butterfly House, National Maritime Museum, History of Varna Museum, Varna Eye, Monument of Tsar Kaloyan, and so much more.
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Veliko Tarnovo
Veliko Tarnovo is a cozy town that is integral to Bulgarian history. The tsars of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom, who ruled from the late 12th century to the turn of the 15th century, made Veliko Tarnovo their capital and lived inside the mammoth fortress named for the hill on which it was built, Tsarevets. The rest of the town is built on surrounding hills, and in the Old Town you will find many churches as well as examples of religious and everyday architecture built in the distinct Tarnovo Artistic School style. Discover and explore the great Monastery of the Holy Transfiguration of God, Monument of Mother Bulgaria, ruins of Nicopolis ad Istrum, Tsarevets, Trapezitsa, Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Samovodska Charshiya Ethnographic Complex, Baldwin`s Tower, and so much more.
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Sofia
One of the oldest capital cities in Europe, Sofia dates back to the 8th century BCE. Its landmarks reflect more than 2,000 years of history, including Greek, Roman, Ottoman and Soviet occupations. Sofia houses numerous museums, notably the National Historical Museum which has a vast collection of more than 650,000 historical items. Sofia is one of the hippest cities in Bulgaria, boasting a lively nightlife scene with many different nightclubs, live venues, pubs, mehani (Bulgarian traditional taverns), and restaurants. The city also offers large green spaces and manicured gardens, and the ski slopes and hiking trails of mighty Mount Vitosha are just a short bus ride away. Visit and discover the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Boyana Church, National Historical Museum, Banya Bashi Mosque, Church of St. George, Vitosha Boulevard, Mount Vitosha, National Palace of Culture, St. Sophia Church, St. Nedelya Church, National Art Gallery, Central Sofia Market Hall, Cherni Vrah, Sofia Synagogue, Church of St. Petka of the Saddlers, Museum of Socialist Art, and so much more.
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Visit and discover the Dolphinarium Varna, Sea Garden, Varna Archaeological Museum, Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral, Roman Thermae of Odessos, Retro Museum, Butterfly House, National Maritime Museum, History of Varna Museum, Varna Eye, Monument of Tsar Kaloyan, and so much more.
Discover and explore the great Monastery of the Holy Transfiguration of God, Monument of Mother Bulgaria, ruins of Nicopolis ad Istrum, Tsarevets, Trapezitsa, Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Samovodska Charshiya Ethnographic Complex, Baldwin`s Tower, and so much more.
Visit and discover the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Boyana Church, National Historical Museum, Banya Bashi Mosque, Church of St. George, Vitosha Boulevard, Mount Vitosha, National Palace of Culture, St. Sophia Church, St. Nedelya Church, National Art Gallery, Central Sofia Market Hall, Cherni Vrah, Sofia Synagogue, Church of St. Petka of the Saddlers, Museum of Socialist Art, and so much more.