{"id":2609,"date":"2018-03-01T14:00:37","date_gmt":"2018-03-01T14:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.routeperfect.com\/?p=2609"},"modified":"2022-12-12T12:32:37","modified_gmt":"2022-12-12T12:32:37","slug":"best-things-to-do-in-bulgaria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/route.hostingwp.co.il\/blog\/best-things-to-do-in-bulgaria\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ten Best Things To Do In Bulgaria for 2018!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bulgaria<\/a> truly has it all \u2013 majestic mountains, picturesque villages, exciting city life and sandy beaches! It is the ultimate summer destination, without getting over crowded by tourists. This unique country boasts breathtaking natural scenery \u2013 forests and rivers, alongside some truly exciting urban vibes. Check out&nbsp;these great things to do for your road trip in Bulgaria this 2018!<\/p>\n<p><!-- Start RoutePerfect embedded trip code --><iframe style=\"border: none; width: 100%; height: 360px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/embedded.php?id=2682419e\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div style=\"float: right;\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<hr>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Sofia<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/sofia-city\/sofia\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sofia<\/a><\/strong><\/span>&nbsp;is Bulgaria&#8217;s cool capital and has an old world meets new world feel to it. The beautiful Ottoman&nbsp;mosques reside alongside impressive churches, manicured parks and modern city life. If you&#8217;re just focusing on this country, it&#8217;s likely you&#8217;ll be flying into the capital, so Sofia is a natural place to start your road trip in Bulgaria from. Be sure to say a prayer in the magnificent Nevsky Cathedral before heading off on your road trip in Bulgaria!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2610\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2610\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2610 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_296571830-1.jpg\" alt=\" St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in the center of Sofia\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"2610\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2610\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in the center of Sofia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/plovdiv\/plovdiv\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plovdiv<\/a><\/strong><\/span> \u2013 Bulgaria&#8217;s second largest city has a beautiful old town that towers over the city center. The old town is renowned for its Bulgarian Renaissance architectural style and colorful houses.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2625\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2625\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2625 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_161410721-2.jpg\" alt=\"Roman theatre of Philippopolis, Plovdiv, Bulgaria \" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" data-wp-pid=\"2621\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2625\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Roman theatre of Philippopolis, Plovdiv, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/belogradchik-rocks\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Belogradchik Fortress<\/a><\/strong><\/span> \u2013 This fairytale fortress is dramatic and breathtaking, surrounded by amazing scenery and almost blends into its rocky surrounding. It&#8217;s a definite must for your road trip in Bulgaria!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2611\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2611\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2611 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_112558628.jpg\" alt=\"Belogradchik rocks Fortress bulwark, Bulgaria\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" data-wp-pid=\"2611\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2611\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Belogradchik rocks Fortress bulwark, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/burgas\/nesebar\/hik-rocks\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Nessebar<\/strong><\/span> <\/a>\u2013 This ancient town is located on a peninsula on the Black Sea. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is dated back almost 3000 years and a stroll in its cobbled lanes will make you feel like you&#8217;ve traveled back in time.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2613\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2613\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2613 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_398622013-1.jpg\" alt=\"View on an Old City of Nessebar, Bulgaria\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"2613\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2613\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">View on an Old City of Nessebar, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/rila-monastery\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rila Monastery<\/a><\/strong><\/span> \u2013 This picturesque monastery boasts beautiful arches that are striped in black and white. Built in the 10th century, this magical monastery is a spiritual attraction to both locals and tourists alike.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2632\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2632\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2632 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_108515654.jpg\" alt=\"Rila Monastery, Bulgaria \" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" data-wp-pid=\"2614\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2632\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rila Monastery, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Iskar River<\/strong><\/span> \u2013 This beautiful river is the longest river flowing through Bulgaria, passing through charming villages, hills and mountains.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2616\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2616\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2616 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_269587190.jpg\" alt=\"Iskar River, Bulgaria\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" data-wp-pid=\"2615\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2616\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Iskar River, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/burgas\/sozopol\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Sozopol<\/strong><\/span> <\/a>\u2013 Sozopol has so much to offer. It has a charming old town with narrow cobbled lanes, it is located on a beautiful beach and it is still an authentic, local and enchanting sea side resort.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2617\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2617\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2617 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_322040324-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sozopol Resort, Bulgaria \" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"2617\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2617\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sozopol Resort, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/veliko-tarnovo\/veliko-tarnovo\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Veliko T\u00e2rnovo<\/strong><\/span> <\/a>\u2013 An ancient city which is rich in history and impressive monuments. The most prominent one is Tsarevets Fortress. This beloved and magnificent monument impressively overlooks the city from the top of Tsarevets hill and boasts the remains of 18 churches, the royal palace, an execution rock and many houses &#8211; another must for your road trip in Bulgaria.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2620\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2620\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2620 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_302719613-1.jpg\" alt=\"Veliko T\u00e2rnovo, Bulgaria \" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" data-wp-pid=\"2618\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2620\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Veliko T\u00e2rnovo, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/devetashka-cave\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Devetashka Cave<\/a><\/strong><\/span> \u2013 These breathtaking caves are a natural phenomenon as well as a historic one. These caves have been inhibited for more than 70,000 years!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2619\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2619\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2619 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_440645650.jpg\" alt=\"Devetashka Cave, Bulgaria \" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" data-wp-pid=\"2619\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2619\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Devetashka Cave, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<p><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/bulgaria\/blagoevgrad\/bansko\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bansko<\/a><\/u><\/strong> \u2013 &nbsp;The biggest and most impressive ski resort in Bulgaria is also a stunning summer time destination. In the winter you can ski and party to your heart&#8217;s desire and in August you can enjoy a jazz festival. For those who ski in Europe, Bulgaria is a much cheaper destination so this is also good to know!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2640\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2640\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2640 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_292791944-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bensko, Bulgaria\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"2631\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2640\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bensko, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2627\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2627\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2627 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_293576681.jpg\" alt=\" The seaside resort of Sozopol in Bulgaria\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"2627\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2627\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The seaside resort of Sozopol in Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2636\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2636\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2636 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_376813501.jpg\" alt=\"Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" data-wp-pid=\"2629\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2636\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2630\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2630\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=bg&amp;type=romantic&amp;title=Plan%20your%20perfect%20trip%20in%20Bulgaria&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=bulgaria%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2630 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_343854737.jpg\" alt=\"Belogradchik rocks, Bulgaria \" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" data-wp-pid=\"2630\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2630\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Belogradchik rocks, Bulgaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Let us know if you go on this road trip <\/span>in<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Bulgaria!<\/span>Please let us know thoughts in the comments below and send us your vacation pics! Happy travels \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bulgaria truly has it all \u2013 majestic mountains, picturesque villages, exciting city life and sandy beaches! It is the ultimate summer destination, without getting over crowded by tourists. This unique country boasts breathtaking natural scenery \u2013 forests and rivers, alongside some truly exciting urban vibes. 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