Full dayPrivate tours from Varna with a driver
There is enough around Varna for several different days. The Aladzha rock monastery and Pobiti Kamani are 25 minutes away each, the palace and botanical garden in Balchik about an hour, and Cape Kaliakra a little further along the same road. For the First Bulgarian Kingdom, the Madara Rider and Shumen are about an hour inland.
Ready-made tours from Varna
Prices are a guide, per person. Open a tour to see the itinerary stop by stop.
Full dayDay-trip ideas
Driving times are approximate, one way. Two or three places fit into one day.
Euxinograd
≈ 15 minA palace and park on the coast just north of Varna; visits by prior arrangement.
Aladzha Monastery
≈ 25 minA rock monastery with cells cut into the limestone, in the Golden Sands nature park.
Pobiti Kamani
≈ 25 minStone columns standing in a sandy plain west of Varna.
Balchik
≈ 50 minQueen Marie’s palace and the botanical garden above the sea.
Cape Kaliakra
≈ 1 h 10 minA narrow headland with high cliffs and fortress remains; dolphins are sometimes seen below.
Madara Rider
≈ 1 hAn 8th-century rock relief, a UNESCO site, with a path up to the fortress above it.
Shumen
≈ 1 h 15 minThe Founders of the Bulgarian State monument and Shumen fortress.
Veliko Tarnovo
≈ 2 h 45 minTsarevets hill, the old craft street and nearby Arbanasi — a full day.
Pick-up at your address
Your driver waits at the agreed place in Varna — hotel, apartment or station.
No surprises on price
The price is agreed in advance. Fuel, vignettes and parking are included; entrance fees are paid on site.
The right vehicle
Sedan for up to 4, minivan up to 6, minibus up to 8 and coach up to 16, all air-conditioned.
Frequently asked questions
Where do you pick us up in Varna?
At your hotel, apartment or any address in Varna. If you are in a nearby village or resort, just mention it in your inquiry — it is usually no problem.
How long does a tour take?
Half-day tours take about 4–5 hours, full-day tours about 8 hours including sightseeing. We agree the return time in advance.
How much does it cost?
It depends on distance, duration and the vehicle. Ready-made tours from Varna start from €60 per person. For a custom route we send you a final price before you confirm.
Can we stop on the way?
Yes. Stops for photos, coffee or lunch are included, as long as they do not make the day much longer.
