Day Itinerary
14 Activities
Day 1
208 mi4 mi
Stara Zagora: Where Religions and Cultures Collide
Today you will begin your trip by visiting Stara Zagora, a hidden gem that is not so well known among tourists, but nevertheless provides for a wonderful experience to start your journey into Bulgaria's fascinating culture and history.
To begin with, you will stop off at an ancient fortress and the remains of an old medieval town, where you will see how locals of the past used to live here. You will experience a bit of Bulgaria's wonderful nature, by dipping into fresh mountain waters flowing from a hidden away waterfall. The town of Stara Zagora, features a number of fascinating outdoor and indoor museums and ancient Roman ruins, that will transport you back to a time when gladiators fought for their lives and kings ruled over the lands of this region. You will be amazed at the number of religions and cultures that have passed through this city over the years, each one leaving its unique mark upon the land.
To begin with, you will stop off at an ancient fortress and the remains of an old medieval town, where you will see how locals of the past used to live here. You will experience a bit of Bulgaria's wonderful nature, by dipping into fresh mountain waters flowing from a hidden away waterfall. The town of Stara Zagora, features a number of fascinating outdoor and indoor museums and ancient Roman ruins, that will transport you back to a time when gladiators fought for their lives and kings ruled over the lands of this region. You will be amazed at the number of religions and cultures that have passed through this city over the years, each one leaving its unique mark upon the land.
07:30
Varna
It's an early start for today, but well worth it!
67.6 mi
1 hr 20 min
09:0045 min
Preslav Fortress
Landmark
Open Details
Stop by the ancient fortress and museum Veliki Preslav, to view this majestic site that was previously the second capital of the Bulgarian Kingdom ruled by Boris and Simeon. The fortress is situated among a lush green forest and a mountain, an absolute beauty and serenity to experience while there. Preslav Fortress was also a medieval town, but it was destroyed during the Ottoman Empire. Spend some time reading about the history of this region and experiencing the ancient past.
Open Hours: April - October Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
November Monday - Sunday: 09:00 - 17:00
December - March Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 Saturday - Sunday: on request by calling 0538 43243 / 0538 42025
Open Hours: April - October Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
November Monday - Sunday: 09:00 - 17:00
December - March Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 Saturday - Sunday: on request by calling 0538 43243 / 0538 42025
47.9 mi
1 hr 30 min
11:155 min
Eko Selishte Siniya Vir
Lodging
Open Details
Park your car at this eco-village, so you continue on foot to a beautiful waterfall to freshen up.
1.2 mi
25 min
11:4530 min
Sini Vir Waterfall
Park
Open Details
Take a break from the drive by visiting this incredible waterfall. You will walk through a lush forest for 25 min before you reach it, giving you a chance to experience a little bit of the nature of this part of Bulgaria. The waterfall comes from fresh, clean mountain water that you can swim in and enjoy the purity of this hidden little gem.
1.2 mi
30 min
12:455 min
Eko Selishte Siniya Vir
Lodging
Open Details
Collect your car and continue your journey to Stara Zagora.
84.9 mi
1 hr 40 min
14:305 min
Паркинг
Parking
Open Details
Park you car here to start your day trip by foot.
0.4 mi
10 min
14:451 hr
Venecia
Restaurant
Open Details
It’s time to rest and recharge at this wonderful pizzeria. Decorated with beautiful Roman and Greek statues, it’s a real delight eating at the terrace. Except from the great pizzas, they also serve other traditional Bulgarian dishes like chips with feta cheese, sausages and much more.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 11:00 - 23:00
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 11:00 - 23:00
0.3 mi
10 min
16:0045 min
Museum of Religions
Landmark
Open Details
This small but fascinating place is definitely worth a visit. It features an incredible array of influences from a number of different religions and practices starting since the Iron Age, Pagam, Thracian, Christian and Muslim. So much history in one place is quite powerful to experience.
Spend some time learning about the history of religion through this city and how the ancients practiced religion. The artifacts featured are incredibly beautiful and really makes you appreciate the power of sacred art.
Open Hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00 Monday: closed
Spend some time learning about the history of religion through this city and how the ancients practiced religion. The artifacts featured are incredibly beautiful and really makes you appreciate the power of sacred art.
Open Hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00 Monday: closed
0.2 mi
5 min
17:001 hr
Regional Museum of History Stara Zagora
Landmark
Open Details
This impressive museum features a collection of archeology, ethnography & contemporary exhibits dating back to 8000 years. Here you will be able to see artifacts from the Roman, Hellenic and Thracian times and a real ancient street which the museum was built on top of. The old paintings really tell a story of what life was like in the those times. A must-see place when visiting this city.
Open Hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00 Monday: closed
For more information, visit the official website.
Open Hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00 Monday: closed
For more information, visit the official website.
0.2 mi
5 min
18:1545 min
Antique Forum
Landmark
Open Details
Perhaps the highlight of the city. These ancient Roman ruins extend out to cover a big part of the center of the city. Dating back to the 3rd century, many theatrical and opera events, as well as gladiator fights, took place right here on this ground.
With cobbled streets and Roman columns, you feel transported into the ancient ages while taking a walk. The area is still used for events and theater shows throughout the year, and if you are lucky, you may be able to catch one of them.
With cobbled streets and Roman columns, you feel transported into the ancient ages while taking a walk. The area is still used for events and theater shows throughout the year, and if you are lucky, you may be able to catch one of them.
0.2 mi
5 min
19:1530 min
Парк "5ти октомври"
Park
Open Details
Take a stroll through this beautiful park and enjoy the nature in the city. At the center they feature a refreshing little fountain pool and benches where you can sit, relax and breath in the fresh air from the nearby pine trees.
After this, enjoy walking through one of the main streets, Tsar Simeon Veliki which has a variety of different shops and cafes, on your way to the restaurant.
After this, enjoy walking through one of the main streets, Tsar Simeon Veliki which has a variety of different shops and cafes, on your way to the restaurant.
0.8 mi
15 min
20:001 hr 30 min
ANTONY
Restaurant
Open Details
Dine in at this local’s favorite Italian restaurant that features authentic Italian cuisine, with a Bulgarian twist. They have a lovely terrace where you can enjoy a view of the city and a beautiful inside aquarium. A must-try is their creme-caramel. A very popular Bulgarian dessert, definitely worth experiencing.
Open Hours: Thursday - Tuesday: 10:00 - 23:00 Wednesday: 10:00 - 00:00
Open Hours: Thursday - Tuesday: 10:00 - 23:00 Wednesday: 10:00 - 00:00
0.2 mi
5 min
21:455 min
Паркинг
Parking
Open Details
Pick up your car and drive to your last destination of the day.
2.7 mi
10 min
22:0015 min
Samara Flag Monument
Landmark
Open Details
You can’t come to the city without visiting one of the highlights here, the monument of defenders of Stara Zagora. The monument is dedicated to the battles for Stara Zagora during the Russian-Turkish Liberation War in the 1870s.
With large, angular shapes of the sculptures, these structures really give you a sense of what life was like during this difficult period of the Bulgarian history. From here you can also have wonderful views of the city and surrounding mountains... also a great place to enjoy the starry skies in the evenings.
With large, angular shapes of the sculptures, these structures really give you a sense of what life was like during this difficult period of the Bulgarian history. From here you can also have wonderful views of the city and surrounding mountains... also a great place to enjoy the starry skies in the evenings.
5.1 mi
20 min
22:4510 hrsHotels
Семеен хотел Къща Тодорови
9.1
Tonight you will be staying at one of the best hotels in the region.
Surrounded by mountains and incredible vistas, make the most of the Bulgarian nature, by staying at this charming hotel just outside the city. It has beautiful rooms with cobblestoned decor, and a terrace to make the most of the view.
Surrounded by mountains and incredible vistas, make the most of the Bulgarian nature, by staying at this charming hotel just outside the city. It has beautiful rooms with cobblestoned decor, and a terrace to make the most of the view.