Touring in Bulgaria

Bulgaria's Black Sea coast is one of the least-visited stretches of the Mediterranean cruise map, which is part of its appeal. Ports of call along this coastline open onto Nessebar's UNESCO-listed old town, with its medieval stone churches and 19th-century wooden houses built on a peninsula that has been settled for more than 3,000 years, as well as Sozopol's quieter fishing-village streets and Varna's Roman ruins and archaeological treasures. Sandy beaches, Sea Garden promenades, and a distinctly Bulgarian mix of Thracian, Greek, Roman, and Ottoman history run through every stop on this coast.

Private Bulgaria shore excursions make it easy to reach Nessebar, Sozopol, or Varna from whichever Black Sea port your ship calls at, without the fixed schedule of a group bus tour. A private vehicle, driver, and licensed English-speaking guide can shape the day around Bulgaria's old towns, wine regions, or beach resorts, depending on what interests you most. Every Bulgaria shore excursion includes our back-to-ship guarantee, giving you the flexibility to explore this less-traveled corner of the Mediterranean with a guaranteed return to your ship.