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London to Sofia

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Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, nestled at the foot of Vitosha Mountain in the western part of the country. It's one of Europe's oldest cities, known for its mix of Roman ruins, Ottoman mosques, Soviet-era architecture, and orthodox churches like the iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Travellers are drawn to Sofia for its thriving café and nightlife scene, excellent hiking access on Vitosha, and its reputation as one of the most affordable capital cities in Europe. It also serves as a popular base for exploring Bulgaria's ski resorts, Plovdiv, and the Rila Monastery.

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London to Sofia · 22 days

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London to Sofia by Rail – Self-Launched

This self-launched version of G Adventures' iconic London–Sofia rail journey covers the same incredible route — Paris, Lausanne, Zermatt, the Glacier Express, Munich, Salzburg, Vienna, Budapest, Bucharest, Veliko Tarnovo, and Sofia — at a fraction of the guided tour price. Travel independently by Eurostar, TGV, and regional trains, stay in well-rated hostels and budget hotels, and use self-bookable activities via GetYourGuide and direct booking. All the magic of Eastern Europe's lesser-travelled rails, with more freedom and far less cost. Costs are approximate estimates per person.

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