The best way to get to know a country is to travel around it, to get into its farthest corners, to see its hidden riches. You can get around the country by bus, train or airplane. But one of the most convenient ways is to rent a car.
Where to rent a car
To find a rental car, it is convenient to use sites. You can book a car in Bulgaria both on the websites of international companies and on aggregator websites.
When you know the exact dates of your trip, the itinerary and hotels are booked, it's time to rent a car. Early booking will give you the widest choice and likely even lower prices.
Cost of renting a car in Bulgaria
When you arrive in high season, be prepared to be overcharged for rental prices. In addition, the rental price is influenced by:
the make of the car. The more famous and expensive the make and model, the higher the rental rate will be.
engine displacement is important for motorists. But if your route is not to the mountainous areas and you do not plan long and high-speed travel, look at the options of small cars.
Transmission type - An automatic will cost more than a manual.
length of rental. Renting a car for 1-2 days will cost more per day than a week-long rental.
The rental price starts from 20 EUR per day for the simplest model of car in the season. An SUV costs 45 EUR, while luxury models start at 170 EUR.
Requirements for car rental
The necessary documents required to rent a car in Bulgaria depends on which service you turn to.
Local agencies
The age of the driver must be at least 23 years old.
A driver's license can be issued by any country. Having an international driver's license is optional.
Driving experience should be 2 years or more.
Passport. You will be asked for your passport while processing the contract.
Bail. With some renters, one of the conditions may be a deposit in local currency.
International Rollers
The age of the driver must be at least 25 years.
A driver's license can be issued by any country. You must have either an international driver's license or a notarized translation of your driver's license.
Driving experience must be 3 years or more.
Passport. You will definitely be asked for your passport while processing the contract.
Bail. Major international car rental players will ask for your credit card to lock in a deposit. The amount of the deposit can start at 300 EUR.
Public transportation in Bulgaria
In Bulgaria, getting to attractions by public transportation is difficult and sometimes impossible.
It's easy to get along the coast to a nearby resort, but if you're traveling inland, it's more difficult. Buses may run 1-2 times a day and you'll probably have to walk another 5-7km to the historical monument itself.
By choosing a car as a way to explore Bulgaria, you'll be free to move around, adjust your own route and choose your departure time.
