Train destinations from Straldza in 8h
Plovdiv
BulgariaThe Ancient Theatre still hosts performances, with the city spread out beyond its stone tiers.
2 hr 55
Veliko Tarnovo
BulgariaWalk the old craft street of Samovodska Charshia, where workshops sit among houses from Bulgaria’s Revival era.
4 hr 54
Sofia
BulgariaThe golden domes of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral gleam among Roman ruins and boulevards below Vitosha.
5 hr 39
Varna
BulgariaA stroll through the Sea Garden follows the coast with views across the Black Sea.
3 hr 43
Sliven
BulgariaThe Hadzhi Dimitar Monument stands beneath the Blue Stones, with the Balkan foothills rising behind it.
1 hr 18
Ruse
BulgariaWalk past the Monument of Liberty on the central square, then head toward the Danube.
6 hr 03
Stara Zagora
BulgariaWalk the stone street through the ruins of Augusta Trayana Forum, where an ancient amphitheatre survives.
1 hr 46
Pleven
BulgariaThe vast battle painting at Pleven Panorama draws visitors into the siege of 1877.
6 hr 19
