Morning departure; a drive along the northern Black Sea Coast, across the ridges of the Balkan Mountains; visit to the Rock Cut monastery, dating back from 13th century, picturesquely located amidst lush greenery; continue to Varna, the sea (maritime) capital of Bulgaria; lunch; time for leisure at downtown Varna; visit to the Dolphinarium (the only one on Balkan Peninsular); late afternoon return.