Varna half-day guided tour with Archaeological Museum visit

Guided Tour of Nessebar from Obzor

They call Nessebar the ‘Pearl of Black Sea' for a reason – it's a treasure chest of cultural heritage without parallel in Bulgaria's coast. As such, to stroll through its ancient alleys is like stepping back in time.

Bulgarian Heritage Tour with Byala, Boat Trip and Liqueur Tasting

This tour is a great way to get to know the best of Bulgarian culture and heritage. With a visit to ancient Byala, a riverboat trip and an afternoon of folklore and fun with the grannies of Solnik village, you'll experience a lot during your day out. Ivan, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Solnik is a typical mountain village, but Granny Radka's house is anything but typical – it's like a mini-museum. She has displays of traditional costumes and textiles all over the walls, most of which were made by Granny Radka herself.'Kick off in the seaside town of Byala, on Cape St Atanas. Discover its rich history dating back to the Byzantine era as you walk through the area. You'll see ancient pottery making equipment, a partially restored winery and the basilica. Soaking up the expansive sea view from the top of the cliffs is all part of the Byala experience. Next, we will head to Kamchiya for a 25-minute boat trip along the river to enjoy the beauty of the Bulgarian countryside.Your final stop will be at the quaint village of Solnik, where we'll visit Granny Radka's house. You'll be invited to take a look at the display of typical clothes, try some local rose liqueur and tuck into a tasty lunch of dishes from the region, freshly prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Then you'll be immersed in Bulgarian folklore when you watch a song and dance performance by the village elders dressed in the traditional costume.

Captain Jack's Fun Cruise

Catering for the whole family, this adventure on the high seas makes for the ultimate family party cruise. The three-deck Sea Star Sunny Beach Boat includes entertainment, dining areas and an impressive sun deck.Setting out from Nessebar harbour, along the Black Sea Coast, adults can get busy doing very little on deck, while younger guests can get involved in the swashbuckling entertainment. It's provided by our irrepressible troupe in the roles of Captain Jack and his pirates.Dropping anchor along the coast, there'll be plenty of time for a swim and fun on the waterslide after which you'll be served a delicious lunch on board.

Sozopol Guided Tour by Fast Ferry from Obzor

A treasure trove of ancient towns, historic harbours and natural scenery, Bulgaria's Black Sea coast is well worth exploring. For culture, shopping and gastronomy, this trip to Sozopol by fast ferry is just the ticket. Departing from Obzor, you'll transfer to Nessebar from where the ferry whisks you to explore ancient Sozopol. After an hour's cruise on the high-speed passenger catamaran Seacat One you'll be docking in Sozopol. On the ferry there is a bar serving coffee, tea, soft drinks and beer, at your own expense.Arriving in Sozopol, you'll have time for a guided tour and a tasting of regional Bulgarian wines before heading for an optional, traditional lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, make the most of the free time to explore at your own pace and perhaps browse the shops and markets. Return from Sozopol to Nessebar by fast ferry in the late afternoon, and continue to Obzor by coach.

Aqua Paradise Water Park Nessebar for Varna Hotels

Sun, slides and sun cream are the order of the day at Aqua Park Nessebar. You'll have a rip-roaring time gliding down the park's 38 waterslides, splashing about in the pools and resting up between the action on the sun loungers. All ages are well and truly catered for.For this wet 'n' wild adventure, all you'll need is your bathing gear and sense of adventure. Speed down the Spiral, race down the Phantom, or land into the Deep Blue. Then there's the Slalom to tackle, or try your hand at taming the Wild Cobra while hopping between a whole host of other waterslides.Fit in some relaxation time with two rivers, pools with hydrotherapy and a hoy tub at your disposal. Meanwhile, kids can run riot in the Water Castle and pool, or time it right for one of the shows starting throughout the day.

Varna tour from Obzor

Visit Varna for a shopping trip and a panoramic tour of the town. You'll see all the city's top attractions and visit the multi-domed Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral as well as enjoy some free time to browse the shops in the Delta Planet Mall. We'll then drive northwards to Varna, with a photo stop at Galata on the Black Sea coast. Then it's on to the Delta Planet Mall, where you have free time to browse a large variety of shops in this modern shopping centre.After exploring the Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral and a short sightseeing bus tour, you'll enjoy some free time to discover the city for yourself.

Khan’s Tent

As rip-roaring Bulgarian nights go, few can hold a candle to an evening at Khan's Tent. You'll enjoy a classic four-course dinner and a world-class cabaret show performed by an international troupe. And the Panoramic Bar boasts fantastic views over Sunny Beach bay, too.Known as Hanska Shatra to the locals, this venue in the hills overlooking Sunny Beach is located where the medieval Khan Krum set up camp to besiege Nessebar. And Bulgarian history and heritage are very much a part of the Khan's Tent experience.After transfer to the venue, you'll sit down for a four-course dinner and witness amazing performances, ranging from acrobatics to choreographed dances and featuring popular live music. Impressive doesn't even begin to describe it. You'll be dropped back at your resort after the show.

Nessebar Tour and Catamaran Cruise

This trip reveals the sights and sounds of Nessebar with a guided tour – and we'll enhance it the best way imaginable. After you've explored the ‘Pearl of the Black Sea' we'll take you out into the bay on a special boat – the largest luxury catamaran plying the Bulgarian coast.