The 8 Best Black Sea Coast Tours in Bulgaria

1.Catamaran Sunset Cruise around Sunny Beach & Nessebar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72Our pick

You board a catamaran near Nessebar for an evening cruise along the Black Sea coast, with views toward Nessebar and Sunny Beach. Expect sparkling wine, snacks, drinks, and a sunset setting, plus pickup from main-road bus stops through the resorts. The boat holds up to 50 people and returns to the meeting point.

“Had such a lovely time on the sunset cruise. All of the staff were extremely polite and helpful, views were stunning and we were also blessed with the presence of a dolphin to top the whole experience. Would definitely recommend”

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2.Discover cliffs and myths of Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $151

Travel privately from Varna with guide Strahil to Aladzha Monastery, Albena, Balchik Palace and Botanical Gardens, Cape Kaliakra, Tyulenovo Rocks, and Shabla Lighthouse. Expect about nine hours on the road, private transport, bottled water, coastal views, and time to adjust the pace to your group.

“Our tour was very personable and guide was great! Was able to visit a lot of historic sites in one day. Totally recommend!”

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3.Superb Black Sea Yacht Picnic with Food & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Cruise from Balchik toward Kavarna aboard the Samba or Dionis, with sea views of Balchik, the Palace and Botanical Gardens, and the northern coast. You get lunch, alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, and a swimming pause. Hosts such as Hristo, Nicco, Captain Nikolai, and Sinni are associated with the experience.

“Absolutely enjoyable! The boat the staff, the food and the drinks. We are very satisfied and we enjoyed it at the max with our friends. Would recommend to everyone in the area.”

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4.Visit the Unique & Only Bulgarian Black Sea Island Saint Anastasia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $46Best value

Sail from Burgas to Saint Anastasia Island, the only inhabited island on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast. You’ll have time to see its church and museum, walk around, and possibly swim near the port. The cruise lasts about 2 to 4 hours, costs $46.91, and accepts up to 15 people.

“It’s very interesting and lots of history from many centuries ago..There was a delay in the beginning!!! Eventually the trip did happen…”

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5.Superb Jeep Safari from Sunny beach, Nessebar, St. Vlas & Pomorie

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $191

Set out from Sunny Beach in a private 4-wheel-drive vehicle for a roughly four-hour trip through rural Bulgaria, with pickup from selected hotels, a professional English-speaking guide, lunch, and passing views around Nessebar, St. Vlas, and Pomorie. Choose a 9:00 am departure and return to your meeting point.

“6 hours of fun. The guide was very funny. Much more than we expected. Good value for the money. We loved it.”

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6.Bulgarian Dinner with Show from Nessebar and Sunny Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $118

You’ll leave Nessebar or Sunny Beach for Orizare, where a Bulgarian dinner comes with live folklore dancing, music, an orchestra, and self-service wine from wooden barrels. The evening lasts about five hours and includes a salad, main dish, and dessert. Private transport includes hotel pickup and drop-off, while self-transport guests drive to the meeting point.

“Absolutely fantastic experience! Private pick up, great show and food, totally recommend. We are all extremely happy! Great activity!”

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7.Southern Black Sea Quad Bikes Fun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $106

You’ll ride a quad on a roughly 12-mile off-road route near Sozopol, Kableshkovo, or the Pomorie area, depending on the operating route. The experience lasts about 1 hour 10 minutes and includes safety equipment and a digital guide. Drivers must be at least 16. You can upgrade from a shared quad to a single ATV for an added fee.

“Had a great time! I highly recommend trying this activity whether you have driven before or not. We had about 10 in our group and had lots of fun.”

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8.Bourgas Airport – Sunny Beach | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus Service | Book Now

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews

Meet your driver at Burgas Airport, skip the taxi queue, and ride in a private car or minibus to your Sunny Beach hotel or private address. The roughly 30-minute transfer includes meet-and-greet service, luggage help, parking, and up to one hour of free waiting if your flight is delayed. Give the operator your flight and accommodation details when booking.

“Both transfers excellent. Driver waiting for us at the airport was helpful with advice what to do in Sunny Beach. Only downside was no time given for pick up at the hotel unless I missed something. Cost was very good.”

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