Experience Bulgaria

If you’re searching for new experiences and memories that will last a lifetime, then you can’t overlook the diversity and beauty of Bulgaria. A land steeped in history, and a crossroad of civilizations for centuries, one can’t help but being fascinated by this astonishing country.

Yet what are the highlights of any Bulgarian travel itinerary? Lively Sofia, the citadel of Veliko Tarnovo, the Roman ruins at Plovdiv or the endless stretch of Black Sea beaches are obvious favourites, but what’s the best way to have a unique or perhaps slightly unusual experience in Bulgaria? Here’s the low-down for any prospective visitor!

Bulgaria is blessed with a number of natural hypothermal mineralised water and curative mud spa resorts. Whether you’re looking for pamper days close to the capital Sofia or a stone’s throw away from the country’s premier Black Sea resorts, there are many sites for memorable spa days that will truly make your holiday experience!

There are also many innovative ways to experience travel in Bulgaria. From a hot air balloon ride to a steam train experience, it pays to get a little lateral when thinking about your transport options! Two classic train journeys that share either a destination in or journey through Bulgaria are the London-Sofia (via Belgrade or Romania, which can even include a Strasbourg-Vienna route on the real ‘Orient Express’) or the Belgrade-Istanbul (via Sofia) with the ‘Balkan Express.’

An event that’s not to be missed on any Bulgarian trip is a wine tasting experience. Dating back to the Thracians, the beverage has a long production history in Bulgaria, and remains a popular tipple to this day! With five distinct viticultural regions, the wine of Bulgaria is a delight to the taste buds and is well worth a try!