From the Black Sea coast to the heights of the Balkan Mountains, Bulgaria reveals a fascinating mosaic of cultures. Discover medieval fortresses, ancient royal towns, and picturesque old towns – and be enchanted by the warmth and serenity of Southeast European life.
ITINERARY
Day 1: September 15, 2026 / Arrival in Varna (D) Flight to Varna. Welcome at the airport by your guide. Evening arrival.
Day 2: September 16, 2026 / Varna (B) Guided tour: Archaeological Museum with the oldest processed gold in the world, then Roman Baths, among Europe’s largest. Evening welcome dinner.
Day 3: September 17, 2026 / Cape Kaliakra – Balchik (B, D) Coastal drive to Cape Kaliakra with its ruins and legends. Continue to Balchik: visit the summer residence of Queen Maria and the botanical garden. Return to Varna.
Day 4: September 18, 2026 / Shumen – Madara – Veliko Tarnovo (B, D) Morning in Shumen: medieval fortress, Tombul Mosque, monument of Bulgarian state founders. Traditional Bulgarian lunch. Visit UNESCO site “The Madara Rider.” Evening arrival in Veliko Tarnovo, former capital.
Day 5: September 19, 2026 / Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi – Sofia (B, D) Veliko Tarnovo tour: Zarewez hill, fortress, Patriarchal Church, Emperor Baldwin Tower, Samovodska Charshiya. Then Arbanassi, known for churches and historic architecture. Continue to Sofia and hotel check-in.
Day 6: September 20, 2026 / Sofia (B) In-depth tour of Sofia: Forum of Serdica, Religious Tolerance Square (church, synagogue, mosque, cathedral), National Theatre, Royal Palace, and more. Afternoon at leisure.
Optional excursions:
National History Museum & Boyana Church: €49
Bulgarian folklore dinner: €59
Day 7: September 21, 2026 / Rila Monastery – Bansko (B, L, D) Mountain excursion to the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery with frescoes, icons, and carved wooden cross. Lunch featuring fresh trout. Wine tasting of regional wines. Continue to Bansko at the foot of the Pirin Mountains.
Day 8: September 22, 2026 / Plovdiv (B, D) Scenic drive through the Rhodope Mountains to Plovdiv, Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city. Old town tour: Renaissance houses, Roman theatre, walls, churches, mosques, and Roman stadium.
Day 9: September 23, 2026 / Stara Zagora – Nessebar – Burgas (B, L) Visit Stara Zagora: ancient forum and Roman traces. Continue to Nessebar, a peninsula with over 40 churches and charming streets. Lunch overlooking the sea. Evening arrival in Burgas.
Day 10: September 24, 2026 / Burgas (B, D) Explore Burgas: Sea Garden, old town, Opera, Historical Museum with Thracian jewelry. Afternoon at leisure. Farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 11: September 25, 2026 / Return (B) Transfer to the airport and flight back to Luxembourg.
Note: Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility. Passport recommended.
SERVICES
Door-to-door pick-up
Flights Luxembourg – Varna / Burgas – Luxembourg
6 dinners (D) in local restaurants
3 lunches (L) in local restaurants
Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Professional German-speaking guide
Excursions as per itinerary
Entrance fees as per program
All local taxes
Highlights
Visit to the beautiful Rila Monastery
Exciting walking tours through Plovdiv and Sofia
Exploration of the unique early medieval rock relief “The Madara Rider”
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