Top Bulgaria Holidays

Ideally suited for couples, this exclusive winery package includes wine tastings of either four or five different types of top-quality wines, paired with local cheeses, cured meats, and bread. Go behind the scenes to hear how grapes are grown and distilled, and learn about a rich heritage that dates back to ancient times. Upgrade to include a three-course lunch or dinner option.

Spend some time away the chaos of vacationing and relax at a winery during this Pomorie Winery Visit and Tasting Experience. This tour and wine tasting is ideal for someone who truly appreciates wine, as you’ll get to tour the winery with a guide and then taste up to five award-winning wines. Tasting fees are included in this experience’s price.

Mingle with fellow travelers from all over the world on this action-packed pub crawl. Discover Sofia’s hippest nightlife hotspots with an insider guide as you explore the Bulgarian capital with new friends. Tours include complimentary wine, beer, or liquor shots at each of five different locations, plus free dance club admission on weekends.

Learn what life was like in communist-era Bulgaria on a Sofia city walking tour. Meet your informative guide in central Sofia and check out the buildings and monuments that testify to its and Bulgaria’s 45 years on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain. See the Largo complex, former home of Bulgaria’s Communist Party; the Monument to the Soviet Army; the National Palace of Culture and more as your guide explains communist ideology and the everyday lives of Bulgarians during the controversial Cold War period.

Bulgaria has been making wine for around 5,000 years and boasts a wealth of delicious varietals—many of them found nowhere else in the world and hardly ever exported. Savor the unique flavors of five Bulgarian grapes—misket, Melnik, mavrud, gamza, and rubin—on a tasting led by a local expert in one of Sofia's best boutique wine merchants. Pair their fine flavors with local cheese and artisan breads.

Discover Plovdiv through the eyes of a local on a relaxed walking experience that blends history, culture, and authentic moments.

This is the only craft beer tour in Sofia that combines modern breweries with authentic local culture. Beyond tasting 5 carefully selected beers, you’ll explore hidden bars, ride public transport like a local, and step into a unique communist-era venue where beer is paired with traditional Bulgarian snacks. Small groups, personal stories, and a relaxed social atmosphere make this experience feel like going out with a local friend - not just a tour.

Escape the hassle of planning and enjoy a seamless full-day adventure from Sofia to Bulgaria’s cultural gem, Plovdiv. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle and explore one of Europe’s oldest cities without worrying about transport, navigation, or tickets. Choose between a live guided walking tour or a comprehensive audio guide to dive into over 8,000 years of history at your own pace. Discover ancient ruins, the charming Old Town, then enjoy free time to savor authentic Bulgarian cuisine or wander the cobblestone streets.

Experience the Iskar Gorge and Cherepish Monastery instagrammable beauty! Escape the crowded tourist destinations! Choose between a private romantic option to celebrate a special occasion or a fun family and friends experience along the Iskar Gorge. Reserve your perfect escape!

Unlike standard tasting experiences, this one is centered entirely on boutique Bulgarian wines, native grapes and the character of Bulgaria’s wine regions. In a refined yet relaxed boutique wine bar in central Sofia, you’ll enjoy gourmet pairings and expert guidance for a more authentic introduction to Bulgarian wine culture.

Don’t squander your Bulgarian holiday at underwhelming tourist trap bars with overpriced drinks. Instead, experience the best of Sofia’s nightlife on a 3-hour pub crawl. Follow your party-loving guides to three of the city’s best watering holes. Throw back a welcome shot at each venue, then play Bulgarian drinking games with your new friends. End your night out with complimentary entrance to one of Sofia’s top nightclubs.

Reaching the Seven Rila Lakes by public transport typically involves two buses, a shuttle and most of your day. Take the pain out of transportation—while maintaining total independence—with this cost-effective shared transfer. Visit both these beautiful glacial lakes and the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with ample time for hiking.

Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a day tour to Skopje from Sofia, and tick off another Balkan capital in just one day. Travel the distance with ease in a small group, and discover landmarks including the Skopje Fortress, Memorial House of Mother Teresa, and Old Bazaar, with insights provided by your guide.

This experience is a passion project started by two law graduates turned professional guides and wine enthusiasts, Yoan and Ivelin (that’s us in the photo). Join us as we dive deep into Bulgarian history and culture through its drinks. This isn’t just a tasting. It’s an invitation into a warm, cozy atmosphere where history comes alive. On this 2-hour journey into Bulgarian culture, you’ll explore over 3,000 years of wine and rakia-making traditions. A local host will guide you through five local wine varieties and the Balkans’ most iconic drink - rakia - perfectly paired with traditional bites. Experience Bulgaria in a glass through its traditional drinks. This experience means a great deal to us, as the history of wine and spirits is our personal passion. We’re truly excited to share it with you.

We will take you on a guided tour of the best beer places in Sofia. You can try local beers, international beers, niche beers, craft beers, popular beers, sweet beers, spicy beers, and much more! We're no big tourism conglomerate doing this for the money. We're a group of locals, who like to drink beer and meet new people. We keep doing our own beer tours in Sofia casually and we noticed this isn't offered as a service in town, so we figured: Hey, let's do it! When you tour with us, you tour with your local friend, who just wants to show you the best beer places around.

Every year, the Burgas Sand Festival takes over the beaches with a wealth of sand sculptures created by artists from around the globe. Skip the expense of a guided tour and explore at your own pace with this personalized e-guide, which contains all the information and logistics you need to make the most of the event. Please note: festival entrance is at your own expense.

Тhis experience stand out for its balanced combination of Bulgaria’s most iconic cultural landmark, a relaxed local town stop, and an authentic wine experience—all in one seamless day from Sofia. You won’t just visit Rila Monastery, but experience it in context: history, spiritual importance, and stunning mountain setting come alive through guided storytelling, not just a quick photo stop. Instead of rushing through standard tourist routes, the itinerary includes a refreshing walk in Blagoevgrad, giving you a glimpse of everyday Bulgarian life, with its Revival-era charm and laid-back atmosphere that most tours skip completely. The day finishes with an optional tasting at a local boutique winery, where you can choose your own experience depending on your taste and budget. Comfortable transport, a carefully designed route, and a focus on authentic local experiences ensure the day feels personal, unhurried, and memorable—rather than a standard tick-the-box sightseeing tour

Explore the different wineries of the Thracian Valley wine region of Bulgaria without worrying about counting drinks on this private wine tour from Plovdiv. Start with a guided tour around the Old Town of Plovdiv, before heading out of the city to several wineries and destinations in the Thracian Valley for wine tasting, including Villa Vinifera with admission included. Travelers must be at least 18 years old for the wine tasting.

Discover Bulgaria’s rich heritage at DiVes Winery, located on the historic Simeonova Mound—site of King Simeon the Great’s victory in 917 AD. With over 77 awards, the winery offers a tasting of 4 wines paired with Bulgarian finger foods: white wine with smoked trout, rosé with sun-dried tomatoes, red Grand Reserve with yellow cheese, and sweet wine with honey cake and chocolate. Non-alcoholic options are available for guests under 18. Continue your journey in Nessebar, a UNESCO site where ancient Roman ruins, 40 historic churches, and cobblestone streets meet the Black Sea breeze. Walk through centuries of history and feel the spirit of old Messembria in every stone.

Delight your palate in the signature award-winning flavors of the Thracian Valley on a private wine-tasting tour from Plovdiv. This exclusive experience invites you to explore Bulgaria's rich wine heritage. After a scenic transfer from the city, visit a boutique winery, where you'll learn about the country's unique wine-making process. Complete the pastoral adventure with a delightful wine tasting paired with traditional Bulgarian snacks.

Forget planning routes, researching sites, and boning up on history. See all Sofia’s key attractions and learn the stories behind them too on this great-value small-group walking tour: perfect for history buffs. Sights include the ruins of the Roman-era east gate, the 4th-century Rotunda of St. George, the Byzantine St. Sofia Basilica, the Ivan Vazov National Theater, and the Cathedral Saint Alexander Nevsky.

IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. So please make sure you have appropriate clothes. Often called the 8th wonder of the world, the Seven Rila lakes are legendary for their beauty and awesomeness. They are one of the most visited natural sites of Bulgaria. We combine them with a visit to the Rila Monastery. The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. The tour starts at 08:00 and finishes around 19:00. The driver will pick you up, will take you to the Monastery and will show you around. After that he will take you to the lift to the 7 Rila Lakes, you will be able to go up to the lakes, the driver will stay down and wait for you there. When you come back, he will pick you from the lift and bring you back to Sofia.

Grab your passport and head over the border to Serbia on this full-day tour of Nis from Sofia. Learn about the turbulent history of former Yugoslavia as you visit the Nis concentration camp; visit city sights including the Roman ruins of Mediana, the Skull Tower, and the Nisava riverfront; and sample delicious Serbian cuisine with lunch (own expense) at a local grill house.