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Bulgaria Trip Cost Calculator & Planner

Estimate your Bulgaria travel budget with our practical trip cost calculator. Compare destinations, seasonality, accommodation styles, transport choices, and family travel costs across Bulgaria.
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2026 Bank Holidays in Bulgaria

Planning a trip to Bulgaria in 2026? Use this travel calendar guide with official public holidays, school breaks, and practical tips to avoid peak traffic on roads and at Sofia, Varna, and Burgas airports.

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St. Sophia Church in Nessebar: The Stone Heart of the Ancient City

Explore the St. Sophia Church in Nessebar, Bulgaria—a 5th-century basilica in the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Discover its history, architecture, and why it’s a must-see on the Black Sea coast.

Bulgarian Fortresses

Treasures of Time: Exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bulgaria

Cherven Fortress

Exploring Manastircheto Sveta Troitsa

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FAQ About Bulgaria

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Serbia Customs Rules for Travelers: Honey, Gold, Cash and Border Checks

Travelling through Serbia? Learn what customs officers may check at the border: cigarettes, alcohol, honey, food, gold, jewellery, cash, medicines and personal goods. Includes practical FAQs and official Serbian authority links.

What are the Shopping Malls in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas?

Income Taxes in Bulgaria for Foreigners: The Hidden Guide

How can I find a reliable car rental company in Bulgaria?

How Much Should I Budget for a Trip to Bulgaria?

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Moments from Bulgarian History

Karanovo Culture

6200 BC - 2000 BC
The Karanovo Culture was a prominent Neolithic and Chalcolithic civilization in southeastern Bulgaria, spanning approximately 6200-4250 BC. It played a significant role in shaping the region’s early history and interacted with neighboring cultures.

Vinča-Karanovo Interface

5500 BC - 5000 BC
Explore the Vinča–Karanovo interface: how Neolithic Bulgaria connected to the Vinča sphere through pottery styles, exchange networks, and chronology.

The Celts

400 BC - 212 BC
The Celts were a diverse group of tribal societies originating in central Europe during the Late Bronze Age, around 1200 BC. Their culture flourished...

Bulgarian National Revival

1762 - 1878
A captivating historical travelogue through Bulgaria’s National Revival (1762–1878), blending rich history with engaging storytelling – from Paisius of Hilendar’s 18th-century manuscript to the April Uprising’s fight for freedom.

The Achaemenid Persian Rule

522 BC - 330 BC
The Achaemenid Persian Empire, founded by Cyrus the Great in the 6th century BC, was one of the ancient world’s largest and most powerful empires.

Kids

Operation Serdica: A Hidden Sofia Adventure for Teenagers

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A 3–4 hour Sofia adventure for teenagers: Roman ruins, a hidden rotunda, hot mineral springs, street art and a Cold War time capsule.

Cognitive Space: A Teen Guide to Spotting and Stopping Manipulation

Age 15+
Kids
A practical guide for teenagers explaining how the online information space works, how manipulation and misinformation spread through social media and algorithms, and how young people can recognize warning signs, fact-check content, and make smarter decisions online.

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