Que voir en Bulgarie ?
Pour préparer votre futur voyage, un aperçu des principaux sites et lieux à visiter dans le pays (carte).
On peut diviser la Bulgarie en deux zones avec la côte et l'intérieur.
1- L'INTÉRIEUR
Arbanassi : joli petit village-musée proche de Veliko Tarnovo avec de nombreuses maisons anciennes.
Bachkovo : au sud de Plodiv, c'est un des plus vieux monastères orthodoxes d'Europe.
Bansko : au sud-ouest de la Bulgarie, c'est une importante station de ski et une des portes d'accès au Parc National du Pirin dans lequel on peut randonner.
Boyana : cette commune de la périphérie de Sofia abrite une église classée au patrimoine de l'UNESCO.
Belogradchik : ville du nord-ouest connue pour sa forteresse et ses formations rocheuses.
Borovets : c'est la station de ski la plus proche de Sofia.
Bozhentsi : charmant petit village à l'architecture typique non loin de la ville de Gabrovo.
Cavalier de Madara : un gros rocher sculpté représentant un cavalier. Il est classé au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO.
Choumen : petite ville du nord-est avec quelques vieux édifices, une forteresse et surtout la proximité du "Cavalier de Madara" classé à l'UNESCO.
Devin : cette station thermale du Sud est aussi une bonne base pour découvrir les environs (gorges de Trigrad, grottes…).
Etara : l'endroit, limitrophe de la ville de Gabrovo, est un "village-musée" montrant l'habitat et l'artisanat local.
Ivanovo : proche de la ville de Roussé, ce village abrite une église rupestre classée au patrimoine de l'UNESCO.
Karlovo : une localité du centre du pays avec quelques jolis édifices.
Kazanlak : petite ville de la Vallée des Roses qui, outre des roses, abrite plusieurs tombeaux thraces inscrits à l'UNESCO.
Koprivshtitsa : superbe "village-musée" à l'est de Sofia réputé pour son architecture typique du XIXe siècle.
Lovech : dans la partie nord du pays, la ville de Lovech possède une belle architecture.
Melnik : cette bourgade de l'extrême sud-ouest abrite de nombreux vieux bâtiments. Dans ses environs, on peut voir aussi d'étranges forme rocheuses travaillées par l'érosion.
Pamporovo : c'est la principale station de ski bulgare située dans les Rhodopes. On peut randonner dans ses environs en été.
Perperikon : les vestiges d'une cité antique Thrace.
Pleven : ville du nord de la Bulgarie avec quelques vieux édifices et témoignages du conflit russo-turc de 1877.
Pliska : des ruines datant des VIII et IXe siècles situées à une centaine de kilomètre à l'ouest de Varna.
Plovdiv : deuxième agglomération de Bulgarie, Plovdiv est aussi considérée comme la plus belle avec ses vieux quartiers très bien conservés.
Preslav : les ruines de ce qui fut la capitale du premier empire bulgare au Xe siècle.
Rila : le plus célèbre et le plus beau monastère de Bulgarie est inscrit au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO. Il est situé dans le massif du même nom.
Rojen : perché en hauteur dans le massif des Pirin, ce monastère près de la ville de Melnik est parmi les plus visités du pays.
Roussé : sur le Danube, cette ville à la frontière roumaine est visitée pour la qualité architecturale (essentiellement de style XIXe siècle) de son centre urbain.
Sliven : ville connue avant tout pour les formations rocheuses particulières qu'on peut voir à proximité.
Sofia : la capitale bulgare offre "juste" quelques vestiges historiques et édifices religieux intéressants. Les Monts Vitocha sont à côté pour les amateurs de randonnées ou de ski.
Stara Zagora : grande ville du centre avec divers vestiges historiques, notamment romains.
Svechtari : beau tombeau de l'époque Thrace classé au patrimoine de l'UNESCO.
Tatul : au sud du pays, près de la Grèce, Tatul abrite plusieurs vestiges de la civilisation thrace.
Troyan : c'est le troisième plus grand monastère de Bulgarie.
Tryavna : petite ville du centre avec de nombreux édifices anciens.
Veliko Tarnovo : cette ville très visitée du centre du pays possède de vieux quartiers et une belle forteresse.
Velingrad : importante ville thermale du sud-ouest.
Vidin : aux frontières avec la Roumanie et la Serbie, le long du Danube, la ville possède deux forteresses médiévales et divers édifices religieux intéressants.
Vratsa : cette grande ville du nord est assez pittoresque et ses environs offrent de bonnes opportunités d'activités sport-nature.
Zheravna : un joli village qui a su préservé plus de 200 de ses habitations traditionnelles en bois.
Patrimoine naturel
Gorges de Trigrad : belles gorges situées dans le massif des Rhodopes.
Grottes de la Gorge du diable : proches de la ville de Devin, ces jolies grottes sont un haut lieu du tourisme bulgare dans la région.
Marais de Dragoman : cette zone marécageuse à proximité de Sofia abrite nombre d'espèces d'oiseaux.
Massif du Rila : une très belle région montagneuse au sud de Sofia avec de bonnes opportunités de randonnées et d'escalade. C'est là aussi qu'est situé le célèbre monastère de Rila classé à l'UNESCO.
Mont Vitocha : cette montagne qui surplombe Sofia permet un bon choix de randonnées et de ski dans de beaux paysages.
Parc National du Centre des Balkans : une chaine de montagnes au centre du pays avec de jolis paysages.
Parc National du Pirin : superbe parc du sud-ouest classé à l'UNESCO pour ses paysages parmi lesquels on peut parfois apercevoir des ours. Le site offre également de bonnes randonnées.
Parc naturel de Bulgarka : dans la partie nord du pays, ce parc est propice à la randonnée, l'escalade et l'observation des oiseaux.
Raysko Praskalo : avec 125 m de hauteur c'est la cascade la plus haute de Bulgarie.
Réserve naturelle de Srébarna : c'est une importante zone ornithologique située le long du Danube, face à la Roumanie.
Rhodopes : les Rhodopes est un massif montagneux qui court le long de la frontière grecque. Il présente de beaux paysages, une faune variée (oiseaux, ours, loups…) et diverses possibilités d'activités sport-nature (ski, rando…).
Vallée des Roses : cette petite vallée dans le centre du pays est connue pour ses champs de roses.
2- LA CÔTE
Albena : importante station balnéaire au nord de Varna, juste après les Sables d'Or.
Balchick : sur la côte nord, cette ancienne ville longtemps roumaine est connue pour son jardin botanique et la résidence de la reine Marie de Roumanie.
Burgas : grand port industriel de la Mer Noire dont l'intérêt réside d'abord dans les plages des environs et les vieilles cités de Nessebar et Sozopol toutes proches .
Kiten : station balnéaire animée pas loin de la Turquie.
Nessebar : au nord de Burgas, la ville est inscrite à l'UNESCO pour son vieux quartier et ses églises. Très touristique, la partie classée est cependant devenue maintenant avant tout une zone de shopping.
Primorsko : c'est la principale station de bord de mer entre Burgas et la Turquie. Elle est cependant bien moins fréquentée que ses homologues de la côte nord.
Sables d'Or : une des premières stations balnéaires de la côte, à quelques kilomètres au nord de Varna.
Sozopol : cette jolie petite ville côtière proche de Burgas est devenue un haut lieu touristique grâce à ses vieux quartiers dominant la mer.
Sunny Beach : située entre Burgas et Varna, c'est la plus grosse station balnéaire de Bulgarie.
Tsarevo : dernière station balnéaire de la côte sud avant la frontière turque.
Varna : c'est la troisième ville de Bulgarie. Si Varna compte quelques monuments, son intérêt touristique demeure avant tout dans les nombreuses stations balnéaires alentours (Sables d'Or, Sunny Beach....).
Patrimoine naturel
Pobiti Kamani : ou la Forêt Pétrifiée. Ce sont des formations de calcaire et de sables assez insolites à 18 km de Varna
Réserve naturelle de Yailtata : une série de falaises trouées de grottes surplombant la mer, presque à la frontière roumaine, près du village de Kamen Bryag.
3- LE PLUS APPRÉCIÉ...
L'intérieur : Arbanassi; Bachkovo; Gorges de Trigrad; Grottes de la Gorge du diable; Koprivshtitsa; Massif du Rila; Parc National du Pirin; Plodiv; Rhodopes; Rila; Rojen; Veliko Tarnovo.
Je rajouterai également un site naturel assez sympathique à découvrir :
Pobiti Kamani (ou la Forêt Pétrifiée) : formations de calcaire et de sables assez insolites. Se situe à 18 km de Varna.
(Pardon si cela a déjà été mentionné, j'ai parcouru brièvement cette longue liste et l'ai peut-être manqué).
Merci de ton travail pour tous les VFistes. Cela permet d'avoir une idée des centres d'intérêt du pays.
Je commence à me renseigner pour un voyage en septembre en Bulgarie ou Roumanie. Je ne connais absolument pas les pays de l'Est. A voir donc ...😉
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Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week trip in late September with our camper van to explore Bulgaria and Romania.
What routes would you recommend, starting from the South?
Is there an option to take a ferry in Italy, and is it worth it?
Thanks for all your tips!😊
Hi, I’m looking for a local guide in Burgas, Bulgaria, who speaks French and can suggest some great excursions for us? For 3 people from July 8 to 14, 2026.
Hi there, we’re a young couple and we’d love to go to the Blue Eye (Syri i Kalter) between today (26/06/26) and tomorrow (27/06/26).
Is anyone heading there and could give us a ride? We’re super friendly!
Thanks so much!
Hi there,
After booking an Airbnb last January for this summer’s vacation in Sarajevo... My "host" canceled our reservation without any reason—this has never happened to me before.
Of course, now it’s impossible to find a place to stay at a "normal" price in Sarajevo with parking...
So we’re falling back on the capital of the Republika Srpska, Banja Luka, which had already crossed my mind before I booked Sarajevo.
I already have quite a few ideas in mind, without having dug too deep into the region yet.
But if anyone has already been there and has suggestions? Even for restaurants—I’m all ears!
And even if it’s not right next door, I’m planning to spend a day in Sarajevo!
We’re two forty-something friends spending two weeks in the Baltic countries. Between Lithuania and Estonia, we’d love to swing by Minsk.
From what I’ve read on this forum and other sites, I think I’ve got it right: from Vilnius, by bus, you need an up-to-date passport, travel insurance, and Belarusian rubles.
A couple more questions—what about euros if we’re carrying a few hundred?
And which sites are reliable for finding accommodation or a hotel for 3–4 days in Minsk? With the usual sites (Airbnb and Booking, for example) being blocked, the alternatives seem to be less familiar or pricier (like hotels.com). There are other sites, but it’s never easy to know how trustworthy they are.
What should we look for in Minsk if we’re used to Airbnb or Booking?
One last question—has anyone here tried crossing via Daugavpils?
We're back. It's still a bit tough to get precise info, so here's a quick trip report!
A good starting point is Shkoder, a really pleasant city. You can easily explore Shkoder itself in a day or two.
Two accessible spots: Valbona and Theth.
In both cases, local travel agencies in Shkoder or online offer round-trip or one-way access packages. Super handy, especially for Valbona.
Valbona and Theth are both very steep! There aren’t many easy hikes for less sporty folks (like me!).
Valbona: The highlight is the amazing 2.5-hour boat ride across Lake Koman. There are day trips from Shkoder, but you’ll only get a short tour of the lake. The best option is to do the full crossing—so spend a night in Valbona (or two if you want to hike in the valley) and return.
Theth is deeply nestled in the mountains. The village at the end of the valley, which is a dead end, has lots of hotels, but they’re pricey. Other hostels are scattered along the mountainside road, but it’s a steep climb down to the village or to the start of the two easy hikes (waterfalls and the Blue Eye). For us, it was a one-hour descent (and ascent!). It’s fine if you have a car; otherwise, keep an eye out for a taxi (cheap) or try hitchhiking—it works really well.
Access from Shkoder to Theth is through an agency. The road is in great condition, and you can also rent a car for 2-3 days in Shkoder. If we did it again, that’s the option we’d choose.
We didn’t do the trek and returned to Shkoder each time. I can’t speak to its difficulty, but we were there in late May, and even experienced hikers had given up because of heavy rain and snow.
Hope this helps! It’s a stunning region you shouldn’t miss.
We’re a Canadian couple, both 77, and we’re already planning our vacation for fall 2027.
Timeframe: mid-September to mid-October... dates are flexible, and we might stay even longer.
Initially, I had planned this itinerary:
Athens (3), Naxos (4), Paros (4), Santorini (4), then a flight to Istanbul (7–10 days!!). This would let us maximize our flights and experience another culture.
That’s a lot of ferries, though... I’ve already cut out Milos.
Our second option would be to stay 2 x 15 days on two different islands, but I’d still keep Istanbul as our next destination... or maybe 30 days on one island that offers the chance to take day trips to other islands where the ferry ride is no more than 2 to 2.5 hours. For example, Naxos to Paros only takes 30 minutes. We could return the same evening or stay overnight.
Naxos seems like the best option!!!
For Istanbul, of course we want to do a day cruise on the Bosphorus and see Hagia Sophia. If we stay 6–7 days, what would be the other main attractions? Are there any points of interest we can reach by local bus?
Hi there!
We bought our tickets to Greece at the end of November 2025, and let’s just say the geopolitical climate has really taken a turn since then with the war started by the United States against Iran. Not to mention all the other conflicts happening around the world 😕... Anyway!
Our flight from Montreal is on May 1st, and I was wondering how things are currently being experienced in Greece.
We were planning to rent a car and had already booked accommodations on three Cyclades islands!!
The oil shortage is also worrying us...
If you could share some insights on this, that would be great!
A little trip report from an 11-day journey to Albania at the end of April 2026, with two friends in their early sixties and beyond...
Our route: Berat, Gjirokastër, Himarë, Tirana
Here are some opinions, tips, and great deals to share:
Flight Round-trip Beauvais-Tirana: Ryanair, 260 € with checked baggage (20 kg) and seat selection. Flight was fine and on time. 2h 30min flight.
Exchange: 1 € was worth 95 lek in April 2026. We were advised to exchange in the airport hall at the Illiria counter (98 lek outside the security zone), saying we wouldn’t find a better rate. However, the exchange rate was 93 lek for 1 euro, while in the city it was 95...
Car rental at Tirana airport for 9 days via Booking.com: 144 € (56 € for the car rental and 88 € for optional full insurance deductible waiver).
Wheego agency: the car was fine, but be careful when signing the contract—they tried to convince us that the insurance taken through Booking didn’t cover everything and insisted we take their own insurance for 250 €... We refused.
After reading about driving in Tirana, instead of starting our trip by visiting the capital, we decided to head straight to Berat upon arrival and return the car at the end of the trip to explore the city on foot. This turned out to be a great choice!
Accommodations: All our stays were booked via Booking.com. Everyone prefers to be paid in euros and in cash—they mention this when booking.
Berat: 2-hour drive from the airport.
Accommodation: Vila Arben Elezi: 135 € for 3 nights with breakfast and private parking. The room was decent and clean but a bit dark, located slightly below ground level near the parking. However, the breakfast on the rooftop was excellent, especially with the stunning view of the "city of a thousand windows." Great location.
Berat was our favorite—there are lovely walks through the different neighborhoods on both sides of the river, each with a very different vibe. The citadel visit is also fascinating, as it’s like a small town within the fortress.
The walk along the river is pleasant, with plenty of restaurant choices. Other restaurants in the old town are also very nice. The White House Restaurant, on the first floor along the road, is good and offers a great view of the Gorica district.
Gjirokastër:
Accommodation: Te Ajdini Guest House: 120 € for 3 nights with breakfast. A private home stay. There’s free parking just before entering the city, a 5-minute walk from the accommodation, which is very convenient since the cobblestone streets are narrow and parking is tricky. Yes, it’s a climb to get to the place, but everything in this city is uphill... The room was bright and clean. Breakfast was very good, hearty, and served in the courtyard with a view of the castle. The guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from the city center (the bazaar) but in a quiet area.
Restaurants: Rrapi and Kujtimi—good and affordable with their little pergolas.
The old town of Gjirokastër is charming but very touristy, with streets packed with souvenir shops and restaurant tables and chairs. Lots of people.
-The bunker visit (near the tourist office) is very interesting: Cold War Tunnel.
The castle offers a beautiful view of the city.
-Visit to the Ottoman house Skenduli: very well done. Don’t forget to climb the ladder facing a trapdoor in the ceiling to see the roof’s framework—it’s like a forest of beams: impressive!
-The bridge Ura e Ali Pasha: A steep 45-minute climb from the city to the site is worth it, but once you reach the viewpoint (which is stunning), you have to go back down a path to reach the bridge. You can drive to the viewpoint, but parking is very tricky.
Around Gjirokastër:
-Just outside the city: Lake Liqeni i Viroit: a nice, ordinary-looking lake, but at the end, there’s a natural spring making the water crystal clear and a brilliant blue—really spectacular, like photos of Blue Eye near Sarandë.
-Drive to Përmet along the gorges: beautiful viewpoints along the way and lovely countryside.
Himarë:
Accommodation: Vila Kosteli: 120 € for 2 nights with breakfast—slightly overpriced for this type of place but very close to a small beach and not far from the promenade with all the restaurants. Private parking, but very tight (4 cars on a tiny lot along the road). The "sea view" room is a bit obstructed by the building across the street. However, the rooftop breakfast view is beautiful. Friendly staff.
Himarë is a pleasant seaside resort, quite calm (but it was April...). There’s a cute promenade with restaurants along the beach. The castle on the heights of Himarë is worth a visit.
Around Himarë:
-Qeparo is worth a quick stop, but Qeparo village is really worth the detour: a village lost in the heights after a scenic drive up from the coastal road—narrow but well-maintained. Beautiful view from the top and a charming village.
-The Big Bunker and Llogora Panorama: take a right turn several kilometers after Dhermi—a road that climbs steeply from the start... A breathtaking winding road that reaches 900 meters in altitude. The view is stunning.
-Several small villages between Dhermi and Himarë are worth a quick stop.
-Porto Palermo Castle is somewhat disappointing.
Tirana:
Taxi from Tirana airport to the city center: 15 € with electric taxis (Green Taxi, Bee Taxi, Do Taxi).
Accommodation: Hotel Nevi Apartment: 63 € for 2 nights. A private apartment in an older building but very clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen and small enclosed balcony.
Great welcome and contact—the owner even booked a taxi for our departure. Very well located, close to the main square, shops, and restaurants. A small supermarket nearby is perfect for stocking up on breakfast supplies.
The city is lively and dynamic, with plenty of green spaces and promenades. Buildings are popping up everywhere, often with surprising architecture—like a building shaped like a face, a huge golden cube, and many others under construction.
-Sky Tower: at the top, a rotating bar offers a 360° view of the city and its buildings. Drinks are a bit pricier than usual, but it’s totally worth it (6 € for a beer or a glass of white wine, 3 € for coffee). We were there for sunset, and it was amazing! A must-do. Arrive early, as it fills up quickly.
-The House of Leaves: a house used for secret surveillance and interrogations during the dictatorship... A great way to learn about the surveillance systems of that era.
-Bunk’Art 2: a bunker in the heart of the city—very interesting, covering the dictatorship period and its system...
-The Pazari i Ri Bazaar: the new bazaar district. The large hall is worth a visit, but souvenir prices are often higher than elsewhere... The area is nice.
Restaurant: Kastrati Restaurant—a bit like a canteen with lots of traditional dishes. It’s on the first floor of a building. Excellent value for money, and the waitress explains the dishes in French.
That’s a little overview of our trip and my personal impressions!
Albania is a beautiful and pleasant country to visit.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask!
Hi everyone,
We’re thinking of spending 3 weeks in Crete between mid-August and early September, renting a car, quickly exploring a few spots in the east, and focusing on the west, southwest, and south.
I’m worried about the heavy tourist crowds. Is it really more noticeable than elsewhere in Greece? Is there a way to avoid the crowds without missing out on the iconic places, which I imagine are stunning in Crete? Thanks for your thoughts and experiences!
Hi,
I'm heading to Greece via Albania soon. Does anyone have info on transportation from Gjirokastër to Ioannina?
Which company, fares, and schedules—it's not very clear with Google.
I’m just passing through Bratislava quickly (one afternoon, one night, one morning) and I’d love to see the highlights of the city.
I’ve put together a little itinerary—feel free to let me know what you think!
Start at the castle and its beautiful viewpoint
Visit the Baroque gardens
St. Martin’s Cathedral, quick visit
National Theatre
Discover the Cumil statues
Primatial Palace via Hlavné Namestie
Michael’s Gate
Grassalkovich Palace via Obchodna
Walk across Namesti Slobody to head back to the upside-down pyramid
Head down to the Blue Church
Cross the Danube to see Sad Janka Krala, then return via the UFO Bridge
There you go—10 km and a packed day!
What do you think?
Hi there,
we’re heading to Crete from May 8th to 15th, staying at a hotel in Agia Pelagia, 20 km from Heraklion, on half-board, so we’ll be back every evening. What daily itinerary would you recommend? We love hiking and discovering local cultures...
Thanks in advance!!
Hello,
We’re heading to Prague with so much excitement from June 10th to 20th. I’ve got three main questions for those who live there or have visited:
- What are your thoughts on what to pack clothing-wise? What’s the weather usually like at this time of year? We’re a bit sensitive to the cold—we live way down in southern Andalusia and are used to the *calor* 😎... Should we pack rain gear? Are we likely to get a lot of rain (which we’re dreading a little, but we couldn’t choose other dates)?
- I’ve seen there are "passes" for various attractions, museums, and sites, including one that’s valid for 10 days but costs a whopping 160 € per person—that’s an average of 16 € per day. Do you think it’s really worth it? We won’t be spending our days rushing between every indoor site; we also love wandering the streets and discovering things a bit "at random." If we do two paid visits a day, that’ll probably be the max... Can we make it worth the cost with that? Of course, we want to visit the castle and take a boat trip as a minimum. Are the sites included in these passes iconic, or are they more "minor" attractions? Does having the pass help us skip long lines?
- Finally, a question about communication: I speak French, obviously, plus Spanish and English fluently, but very little German (haven’t practiced in ages), and no Russian or Czech at all. My husband knows a few words of Russian, but it’s "Cuban" Russian—about the same level as my current German 🙂 !! Can we still get by without too much trouble? We don’t want to spend 10 days not saying a word to anyone and communicating only with gestures!!
Thanks for your valuable tips and opinions.
Hi there!
We’re heading to Crete (Heraklion) as a couple and I’d like to rent a car.
1) Do we need an international driver’s permit?
2) Are rentals super expensive?
Thanks everyone!
I’d like to know how much a meal costs on average in zloty in Poland (Warsaw, Kraków, Częstochowa, Wadowice), and also the price of souvenirs like postcards and magnets—so I don’t end up with too many zlotys left after my 5-day trip to Poland?
I’m just passing through the city very quickly (one afternoon, one night, one morning) and I’d love to see as many must-see spots as possible.
I’ve put together a little itinerary—let me know what you think!
Visit to Varosliget Park
Heroes’ Square
Quick stop in the southern part of Margitsziget (for the photo with the Budapest sign!!!)
Gül Baba Mausoleum and Rose Garden
Fisherman’s Bastion
Church of the Assumption of Our Lady of Budavár
Tóth Árpád stny promenade
Budavar Palace
Freedom Square
Parliament
This is just a first draft.
I still have a few months to tweak it.
hello
I’m looking for advice for a last-minute trip—about 3 weeks (half Montenegro, half Croatia).
I’m traveling solo, backpacker style (low budget, hostels). I’m 40 and love exploring cool spots—cities, beaches, mountains, sports activities, you name it.
I’m torn between renting a car or just going with the flow using buses once I’m there. A car would definitely be more convenient, but it might be pricier—plus, parking (is it paid?) and having to return it to the same place. My plan is to start in Montenegro (flying into Podgorica or Albania) and finish in Croatia, so I’d either need to do short-term rentals per country or one-way.
In Montenegro, here are the spots I’ve noted:
- Ulcinj and Velika Plaža beach
- A side trip to Lake Skadar and Virpazar
- Budva, Sveti Stefan, and Petrovac
- Cetinje and Lovćen National Park
- Kotor / Perast
- Žabljak and Durmitor National Park + rafting in the Tara Canyon
Is 8–10 days enough?
And in Croatia, I’ve got:
- Dubrovnik
- Korčula
- Hvar
- Split + Trogir and Krka National Park
- Zadar
- Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Croatian Istria / Rovinj / Pula
- Zagreb
Around 10–12 days.
Any tips on the stops (adding or cutting some from my list) or transportation options?
I’m heading to Pelion with my partner and then to Chalkidiki around mid-September (from September 12th to 26th). I arrive in Thessaloniki on Saturday evening and plan to spend a day there to check out the market (though it’s marked as temporarily closed on Google??) and, most importantly, enjoy the local food scene.
After that, I’ll head toward Meteora (Sunday evening/Monday), spend a week in Pelion, and then head up to Nikiti to finish the trip (5 days in Vourvourou) and explore the beaches of Sithonia. We’ll also make a trip to Afytos since I think it’s worth the detour.
About Pelion, I’m really not sure where to stay because the distances between Volos and Afissos aren’t straightforward.
I’m looking for a quiet spot but with a little evening activity—like strolling through a village or by the sea. I’ve seen a few suggestions via ChatGPT, but I’m not convinced about the vibe (Milies, Makrinitsa).
Volos is big… but kind of ugly.
We love hiking, spending time in picturesque/typical villages, and, like everyone else, tasting local specialties. As for balancing the trip, I’m open to changes or adjustments if you’ve got any tips—I’d love to hear them, along with any other ideas.
Hi! We’d like to go away for 10 days around May 15th, either to Menorca or Crete—we don’t know either place. We love hiking, unspoiled nature, good food, swimming, and, if possible, avoiding crowds. We enjoy getting off the beaten track. Menorca seems ideal because it’s not far by plane from Lyon, but if Crete is really wilder and more beautiful in terms of landscapes, we can add an extra hour of flight time. Can you help us out? Thanks!
I'm on my way to Slovakia, where I'll be spending about ten days on vacation in the High Tatras. I've decided to stop in Prague for 24 hours with my two teens (arriving around noon, leaving the next day). We don’t know the city at all.
I know a single day is way too short to discover everything, so I’d like to plan a small circuit to see the must-see spots.
Here’s what I’ve planned:
Walk through Nový Svět street
Visit the castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Golden Lane
Quick stop at Vojanovy Sady gardens
Malá Strana Square
Maltese Square
Kampa Island
Then the iconic Charles Bridge and a short tour of the Jewish Quarter
We’ll head back down to visit Old Town Square (Malé Náměstí, St. Nicholas Church, and the Church of Our Lady before Týn)
Head to Wenceslas Square and the Church of Our Lady of the Snows
Then to the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius and the Dancing House
And finally, back to the starting point.
Estimated distance: 10 km
I was thinking of a little evening stroll up Petřín Hill... what do you think?
Are there things that aren’t really worth it, or other spots that are must-sees?
It’s decided—next summer, it’s Cyprus! A region we don’t know yet, with nature, culture, beach time, and diving the Zenobia 😎
We’re thinking of a 2-week trip.
After flipping through the LP guide, I’m still unsure about the best bases—I can’t quite picture the distances...
Option 1: Stay near Larnaca for 1 week and Paphos for the other.
But from Larnaca, Cape Greco is doable. Wouldn’t it be better to stay near Cape Greco (Protaras?) instead? What about getting to Lefkara?
Same from Paphos—easy to explore as far as Kourion.
Option 2: A single, more central base somewhere between Limassol and Larnaca.
I’d like to book tickets for a visit to the Acropolis at the end of April. The official site is down. What do you think of agencies like Get Your Guide? Are they reliable? It’s a lot more expensive. The audio guide option is tempting, but is that reliable too? We’re a bit older and like to take our time...
Do the other museums (National Archaeological Museum and Museum of Cycladic Art) also require reservations? We visited Athens 50 years ago, and it seems like things have changed a lot.
I just booked a flight and hotel (Mövenpick in Durrës) for my husband and me for late May.
We’re thinking of spending (I haven’t really decided yet) one day in Tirana, one day around Berat, and one day around Gjirokastër and the Albanian Riviera.
We were planning to hire a private driver for the day. I asked the hotel if they could find one for me... they brushed me off! Yet I usually do this for all my trips.
Would you have a name, a company, or someone I could contact?
Otherwise, is it "dangerous"—road conditions and Albanian driving—to rent a car?
We’ve only been to Crete in Greece before, so this trip is new to us—but planning the itinerary isn’t easy because we have to make choices. We’d love to hear from those in the know about the following plan:
Day 1: flight to Athens, then flight to Milos
3 days in Milos,
4 days in Sifnos,
3 days in Paros,
Final 3 days in Athens.
Should we book ferry tickets between the islands in March in advance, or can we wait until the last minute?
Same question for accommodations on these different islands.
Finally, on the 3 islands we’ve chosen, is renting a car essential, or are the buses enough?
Thanks for your help!
