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Vacation in Varna
Incredible beaches, cultural treasures and seaside pleasures by the Black Sea
In Bulgaria, 378 km of coastlines await you along the Black Sea! Water sports enthusiasts will be able to enjoy their sports activities in the best conditions. Summer days also feature a party atmosphere everywhere in the streets of pleasant seaside resorts where a lot of souvenirs shops, varied delicacies, and welcoming café terraces are available. The country also boasts various balneotherapy or thalassotherapy centres offering all types of treatments using local mineral water springs, famous for their healing powers.
Varna
The Pearl of the Black Sea, owes its nickname to its many seaside assets. Along its long and beautiful golden sandy beach, the vast park with its shady alleys offers splendid views over the bay and the seafront promenade, with its shops, bars, restaurants and terraces has a cheerful atmosphere similar to that of the city's pedestrian streets. The esplanade next to the seaport is the perfect place to enjoy a local specialty or to take in the friendly and lively atmosphere of the bars and clubs. The cultural offer is no less attractive and features music festivals, ballet performances and internationally renowned theatre. In addition, Varna is strategically located from a historical point of view and has an amazing heritage. The oldest gold objects in the world were discovered a few kilometres from Varna. These treasures, which date back to 4400-4200 BC, are now on display in the city's Archaeological Museum.
Hotel areas
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Albena
The seaside resort of Albena is located on the north coast of the Black Sea, about 35 km north of Varna and about 12 km from Baltchik. Here the coast is lined by the dense forests of the Baltata nature reserve. Lush greenery and fine sandy beaches with shallow water set the scene, which alone promises the most pleasant stay. And to meet anyone’s expectations, the locality offers many cafés and shops, three wellness centres and an attractive range of recreational and sports activities, including twenty tennis courts, the possibility of taking lessons, seven football pitches, several multi-sports pitches, a riding club and a selection of water sports. Distance from the airport: 40 km.
Golden Sands
The Golden Sands seaside resort is well-known for its long golden sandy beach stretching over 4 km and its 4 thermal springs which gush out nearby. Beyond the hotel area, hikers and nature lovers will appreciate the vast nature park where 1300 ha of marked trails take you in the heart of the lush vegetation. Choosing to stay at the Golden Sands will allow you to enjoy a wide range of recreational and sporting activities as well as water sports. In addition, the proximity of Varna also offers great cultural perspectives for those who wish to plunge into its welcoming atmosphere and discover its historical heritage. Distance to the airport: 25 km.
Obzor
Located about 60 minutes' drive from Varna, this small town has a strategic location and benefit from a particularly pleasant microclimate combining the mild sun, trade winds and fresh air from the mountains. The town also boasts an 8 km long sandy beach, one of the longest in Bulgaria. The resort is currently in full expansion and offers only a part of the recreational facilities that can be found at Golden Sands, but it still has an enormous potential. Distance from the airport: 68 km
Sveti Constantin
Located 8 km from the centre of Varna and about 10 km south of the Golden Sands, the small seaside town is framed by deciduous forests and boasts a beautiful 3.5 km long sandy beach. Appreciated for its quietness, it also features quality hotels and a fine selection of chic restaurants and bars. Sveti Constantin is also famous for its 7 thermal springs, some of which are tapped to supply the wellness areas of some hotels as well as the Aquahouse thermal area, which is open to the public. Distance from the airport : 19 km.
Sunny Day Resort
Very close from Sveti Constantin, Sunny Day Resort is nestled in the heart of one of the quietest bays of the Black sea. In the hinterland, a vast forest landscape with very rare species of trees stretches out as a backdrop. A thermal spring feeding some hotels’ pools is also located there. This immediate proximity between the beach and the forest is unique on the Black Sea coast. Distance to the airport: 20 km.
Must-do & Must-see - our suggestions
Must-do
- The Golden Sands seaside resort is famous for its restorative mineral water springs. The area’s balneotherapy centres still offer affordably-priced restorative treatments using the healing powers of Black Sea salts, algae and clay.
- A walk in the Stone Forest: although at first glance the imposing stone columns may look like temple ruins, upon closer inspection visitors will see that they are in fact ancient tree trunks that are 50 million years old, which probably took their current form when the region was still under sea level. A unique phenomenon which should not be missed !
- A boat ride along the Bulgarian coastline offers captivating views of chic marinas, natural landscapes and unspoiled bays.
Must-see
- In the midst of the hustle and bustle of city life of Varna, the Sea Garden park offers an 80-hectare oasis of tranquillity and relaxation, full of museums, a dolphinarium and a long beach.
- The well-preserved remnants of the 2nd-century Roman baths are one of the city’s top attraction but absolute must-see and is the Archaeological Museum, where remarkable gold objects dating from the 4th millennium BC are on display.
- The rocky, reddish cliffs of Cape Kaliakra in the northern Dobruja region are almost 70 m high, and are home to a cave which has been converted into a museum of archaeological discoveries.
Excursions
Excursions will allow you to discover your destination from all perspectives. LuxairTours offers a range of selected tours that will allow you to discover unmissable places, paradisiacal beaches, typical dishes... LuxairTours organises a range of quality excursions for you.
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All-day excursion to the Nessebar peninsula. This charming city is home to several buildings of great historical interest in a very small area (850 x 300 m). During your walk through the city you will see many churches, some of which date as far back as the 14th century. Nessebar is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Free time during the afternoon. Lunch included.
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Spend a lovely evening in a restaurant typical of the area, with a fantastic atmosphere and a delightful show including Bulgarian folklore, live music and a variety of entertainments. A quintessential Bulgarian dinner and unlimited drinks (included in the price) will be served to you at rustic wooden tables. Duration: approx. 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
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This all-day excursion – a wonderful outing into the countryside – has been extremely popular with our guests for a number of years. First, you’ll visit the ‘Stone Forest’ – a rare natural phenomenon. Up next is a visit to the famous rock relief of the Madara Rider (listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site), followed by a stop in a house in the village of Madara. After a warm welcome and a small snack, you’ll get to watch a short folk show. Then we carry on towards a winery, complete with its own stud farm surrounded by vineyards. A homemade, organic lunch will be served to you in their picnic area, complete with magnificent views. Visit to the Salla Estate Winery with wine tasting. A short horse-riding session will be provided for children. (Lunch, wine tasting and entry included).
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A real adventure for all – not to be missed. You’ll be going off the beaten path to explore the Bulgarian hinterland in robust, all-terrain vehicles (several photo stops included). You will pass through several little villages and the charming landscapes of the Bulgarian countryside. Visit to a brandy distillery, entertainments en route, cold drinks. Lunch with drinks included.
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A fantastic half-day outing, where you will get the chance to explore two areas near Golden Sands. You will visit Cape Kaliakra, a splendid reddish rocky mass with cliffs that soar 70 m up out of the sea. For centuries this was a fortified area. Now, it is an archaeological and nature reserve. On the way back you will have the opportunity to stop in the town of Balchik, which is popular with visitors due to the mysterious appeal of the former Queen of Romania’s summer residence. The visit to the magnificent palace and botanical garden lasts approximately one hour (Entrance to Cape Kaliakra, botanical garden and palace included).
For more information and bookings, please contact your LuxairTours guide on site.
