Wakacje Golden Sands - holidays and trips

The most popular tourist region in Bulgaria GOLDEN SANDS is famous for its sandy beaches, which are considered to be the most beautiful in Europe. Thick pine forests cover the picturesque slopes and conceal in themselves numerous mineral springs. The hotels take advantage of the region's natural treasures and offer their guests relaxation and therapeutic treatments in SPA centres.

Cosy restaurants and taverns with sea-views offer excellent Bulgarian dishes and wines. The centres of seaside resorts offer great fun to all, regardless of age and preferences. GOLDEN SANDS – the legend says that once upon a time, pirates hid here a huge treasure, but nature punished them for their greediness and transformed it into a gold sand. The resort that lies approx. 30 km north of Varna offers sea and sunbathing on wonderful beaches that are soaked in a warm sea, accommodation in good-class hotels with rich sport and recreation facilities and SPA centres, as well as endless fun in numerous pubs, clubs and discos.

ST. CONSTANTINE AND ELENA - the oldest holiday resort on the Bulgarian coastline of the Black Sea (10 km south of Golden Sands), where the first balneological centre was established already in 1908. There is a one-of-a-kind, soothing microclimate here, negatively ionised; there is an abundance of mineral springs here used in balneotherapy. You can find here peace and quiet, secluded sandy beaches hidden in small bays, and immerse yourself in the beautiful old park with cypresses, lindens and fig trees. There are two large hotel complexes in the resort, many new hotels and older ones have been thoroughly renovated. You will also find the best shops, restaurants, taverns, cafes, pubs and clubs here. Czajka - the district of Golden Sands, well communicated with the centre of the resort. The advantages of this place are: a lot of greenery, cosy taverns, restaurants and much lower prices than in the centre of Golden Sands. - wonderful, sandy beaches, washed by the warm waters of the Black Sea - excellent, regional cooking: shopska salad, tarator, banica, kebapche, gyuvetch – traditional Bulgarian dishes, Rakija – often served as an aperitif and excellent red and white wines - therapeutical mineral springs used in balneotherapy in numerous sanatoriums and spa centres - St. Constantine and Helena as well as Chaika - ideal places for a family holiday. Balchik - known as the White City, it is indeed an enchanting place, whose main points include the summer residence of the Romanian Queen Maria and the surrounding Botanical Garden. Enthusiasts of beautiful beaches can easily get to the neighboring Albena.

Balchik - White City — afternoon trip to the town of Balchik called the White City due to the colour of the stone that was once used to erect houses. Visiting the Quiet Nest - the summer residence of the Romanian queen Mary and the botanical garden situated right next to it with 3 thousand species of plants, including 250 species of cacti. Drive and walk around the picturesque cape of Kaliakra, the monumental cliffs where there was an enormous fortress located at the farthest point. Kaliakra, in free translation "wonderful cape", once a great inspiration for artists, today is the most beautiful part of the Bulgarian coast. In the evening, a traditional, rich in wine and Rakia Bulgarian feast combined with a folklore programme and show of "Nestinarka dance” on burning coal. Price - approx. 46 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 23 EUR (includes dinner).

Ancient Nessebar — a trip to the historical Nessebar, scenically located on the peninsula, inscribed onto the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List. The architecture of the city, one of the oldest in Europe, is considered to be the best-preserved medieval building in the Balkans. Nessebar, called the pearl of the Black Sea and the symbol of the Orthodox civilization, is the biggest attraction of the coast. A walk through the labyrinth of colourful cobblestone streets, visiting for instance the church of St. Stephen and St. Spas, lunch at restaurant, free time. Day trip. Price - approx. 36 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 20 EUR (includes lunch).

Varna - Dolphinarium — a trip to the dolphinarium in Varna combined with a panoramic tour of the city. The programme includes visiting the church of Varna - the second largest sacred building in Bulgaria, and free time in the city centre. An opportunity to admire the show of dolphins in the only Dolphinarium on the Balkan Peninsula. Perfect entertainment for both adults and children. Price - approx. 32 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 22 EUR.

Pirate party — half-day expedition on a pirate ship, especially attractive for children. The crew and equipment of the ship make everyone feel here like a true sea bandit. During the cruise a "battle" with another pirate ship. Lunch with drinks on board. Animation programmes, contests for children and adults with prizes. Price - approx. 33 EUR, children up to 12 years old - 17 EUR (includes: lunch, soft drinks, wine and beer).

Jeep Safari — amazing off-road in the area of Golden Sands Nature Park, to places located in the mountains, away from the resort. The programme includes exciting Jeep racing and air rifle shooting. For amateur photographers there is ample opportunity to take pictures of the beautiful wild scenery. A trip for fans of active leisure, who are not afraid of challenges. The fun is accompanied by magnificent views, and the adventure begins right after shutting the car doors! The programme includes lunch outdoors - barbecues. Price - approx. 35 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 18 EUR (includes: lunch, soft drinks, wine, beer and Rakia).

Istanbul (1 day) — stay in the Turkish metropolis. Night travel by an air-conditioned coach to Istanbul. Breakfast. Panoramic tour of the city: Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hippodrome, Obelisk, pass through the bridge over the Bosphorus Strait to the Asian part of the city. Lunch, free time. Return to Bulgaria at night. Day trip. Price - approx. 70 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 35 EUR (includes breakfast and lunch; does not include Turkish visa - approx. 25 EUR/person, payable at the border; passport required). Polish guide for a group of at least 10 people. Optional: a visit to the Egyptian Bazaar and the Topkapi Palace - approx. 27 EUR, boat trip on the Bosphorus - approx. 22 EUR, Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia - approx. 46 EUR. Optional trips take place when there is a minimum number of participants which is specified by the guide.

Istanbul (2 days) — stay in the Turkish metropolis. Night travel by an air-conditioned coach to Istanbul. Panoramic tour of the city: Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hippodrome, Obelisk, pass through the bridge over the Bosphorus Strait to the Asian part of the city. Lunch, free time. Accommodation at ***hotel in the centre of the city. On the second day breakfast and free time. Return to Bulgaria at night. Two-day trip. Price - approx. 102 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 51 EUR (includes: lunch, overnight stay and breakfast; does not include Turkish visa - approx. 25 EUR/person, payable at the border; passport required). Polish guide for a group of at least 10 people. Optional: Topkapi Palace - approx. 27 EUR, boat trip on the Bosphorus - approx. 22 EUR, Hagia Sophia - approx. 28 EUR. Optional trips take place when there is a minimum number of participants which is specified by the guide.

Bucharest (2 days) — mysterious Romania, "Little Paris" associated with castles, ghosts, Dracula and the beautiful architecture of the city. The programme includes a panoramic tour of Bucharest, a session in front of the Parliament, one of the largest buildings in the world, visiting the ethnographic complex "Romanian Traditions". Accommodation in the Sinai resort. Resting in the surroundings of mountains and nature. The next day: sightseeing in the city of Bran, and in it Dracula's Castle, Peles Palace and the Orthodox monastery of Sinai. Price - approx. 127 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 64 EUR (includes: care of a Polish-speaking guide, dinner and overnight stay on the 1st day, breakfast and lunch on the 2nd day).

Picnic on a yacht — a relaxing holiday on board a yacht. A cruise into the sea, the opportunity to admire the panorama of Golden Sands and Varna, as well as for sunbathing. Lunch with drinks on board of the yacht. Price - approx. 28 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 14 EUR (includes: lunch, soft drinks, beer and wine).

Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.