THE TOP 10 Bulgaria Sightseeing Tours (UPDATED 2026)

St.Nickolas chapel at the tip of Cape Kaliakra

This is a full day private tour that takes you to the north of Varna to explore a region with exceptional natural beauty, very rich in birdlife, archaeological and historical landmarks. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you will reach the northernmost point of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, Durankulak Lake, home to one of the most ancient civilizations in Europe. You will explore the rugged beauty of Cape Kaliakra and hear the legends it has inspired. A visit to the charming bohemian residence of a Romanian queen and the adjacent botanic garden in Balchik, is another highlight of this tour. The garden is famous for its unique collection of big cacti, second biggest of its kind in Europe, exotic trees and seasonal flower collection. You will be treated to a free wine tasting in the Queen's cellar, while enjoying the story of her turbulent life.

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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(4)

from $277

Price varies by group size

Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(31)

from $97

Price varies by group size

Special Offer

From Roman remains and ancient churches to Turkish baths and royal palaces, Sofia has a world of history to offer. Go beyond the guidebooks and spend the time looking at the sights, not down at your phone, when you join this engaging small-group or private tour. As you hit the city’s highlights, learn who invented the Cyrillic alphabet and why, what happened to the last Bulgarian royal family, and more.

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Sofia: History and Heritage - Small Group City Tour

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Discover two of Bulgaria's UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a private day tour from Sofia. With round-trip transportation and a local guide included, you're sure to get a seamless and immersive sightseeing experience. Begin with a leisurely visit to the active Rila Monastery, featuring relics, Tsar Boris III's coffin, and a museum. Next, head to Boyana Church, renowned for its beautiful frescoes. Weather permitting, you can also visit the Cave of John of Rila.

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Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour

6 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(23)

from $116

Price varies by group size

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Sofia on a private half-day tour. This thorough sightseeing excursion takes you to over a dozen of the city's top landmarks, including the Central Market Hall, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and the vibrant historical city center. Along the way, your guide will provide insights into the city's past and present, making this personalized tour a perfect introduction to Sofia's highlights.

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Sofia Walking Private City Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(133)

from $78

Price varies by group size

The Seven Rila Lakes Day Tour From Sofia

Hike through rugged terrain to the Seven Rila Lakes on a full-day tour from Sophia, and discover the remarkable scenery of the Rila Mountains. Take a chairlift to a high-mountain hut and continue on foot along the jeweled string of lakes. Follow your guide through alpine passes into remote valleys, then rest in the shade of hikers’ shelters; take in sweeping views of the Bulgarian landscape and enjoy the crisp, clear air of the Balkans’ highest mountain range.

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The Seven Rila Lakes Day Tour From Sofia

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(105)

from $35

Private trip to Bachkovo Monastery and Assen’s Fortress

From Plovdiv we head towards the Rhodope Mountains passing through the pretty town of Assenovgrad. Nearby we will see the remarkable remains of King Ivan Assen’s fortress – a wise ruler of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom. There we are to find an ancient church dating from the 13th century painted with some authentic pieces of iconography as well as the stone made inscription carved by King Ivan Assen. Next we go deeper in the Rhodope Mountains towards the picturesque Bachkovo monastery. The cloister is the second largest in Bulgaria, founded in 1083 and one of the most sacred places in the Bulgarian history. We can stop on the way if you wish. If you are the only one booked for that day, the tour is just for you. Please note that the maximum number of people who can join is 6

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Private trip to Bachkovo Monastery and Assen’s Fortress

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(25)

from $57

Price varies by group size

Visit the Unique & Only Bulgarian Black Sea Island Saint Anastasia

Visit St. Anastasia Island the easy way on your Black Sea vacation, with a boat trip that offers same-day return tickets or an overnight stay. After a cruise of around 40 minutes from the Bourgas port, you’ll have ample free time to explore the island before your return. Nice touch: The return route is a scenic one, taking in sights of Strandzha National Park, Vaya Beach, Burgas, and more.

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Visit the Unique & Only Bulgarian Black Sea Island Saint Anastasia

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(18)

from $45

Special Offer

Sofia Hidden Gems: Small-Group Walking Tour with Tram Ride

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

The Seven Rila Lakes Self - Guided Hiking Tour

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(14)

from $35

The mountains are one of Bulgaria’s great joys—especially for hikers—but can be hard to reach independently. Tailor-made for lovers of both walking and history, this action-packed day features a hike around the beautiful Seven Rila Lakes and a tour of the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Opt for self-guided tour, book an audio guide, or explore with a live guide: All packages exclude entrance fees and chairlift tickets.

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The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(113)

from $46

Discover Veliko Tarnovo at Your Pace: Private or Self-guided tour

Explore Veliko Tarnovo on foot during this half-day guided walking tour. Learn about the area's history and culture through guided commentary as you travel; you'll discover much more about the city than you would simply exploring on your own. Visit local landmarks on the city's three hills: Tsarevets, Trapezitsa, and Sveta Gora. Traveling on foot lets you get to know the city from the ground up and choose places you may like to return to later.

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Discover Veliko Tarnovo at Your Pace: Private or Self-guided tour

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

3.8

(11)

from $34

Price varies by group size

Belogradchik fortress and Belogradchik rocks tour

If you're interested in visiting the centuries-old Belogradchik Fortress from Sofia, you likely need to rent a car, pay for gas, and navigate yourself on the drive. Visit this top Bulgarian cultural sight—without the hassle and expense of renting a car—with this private tour. Along the way, enjoy a stop at the bizarre geologic formation known as the Belogradchik Rocks, spend two hours at the fortress—with entry at your own expense—and admire the landscape as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride from Sofia.

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Belogradchik fortress and Belogradchik rocks tour

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(6)

from $68

Private City Tour of Sofia

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(38)

from $34

Price varies by group size

Wonderful Bridges-Bachkovo Monastery-Assen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv

Escape the tourist trail and discover Bulgaria’s Rhodope Mountains on this private guided day tour. Explore the 13th-century castle, Asen’s Fortress, and the 11th-century Bachkovo Monastery with its murals and frescoes, then admire the naturally carved bridges known the Wonderful Bridges. Tour includes door-to-door round-trip transportation and a private guide but excludes the affordable entrance fees.

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Wonderful Bridges-Bachkovo Monastery-Assen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(37)

from $133

Price varies by group size

Seven Rila Lakes - Full Day Hiking Trip in the Rila Mountain

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(40)

from $35

Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia

Make the most of your time in Bulgaria and embark on a combo tour to Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa from Sofia. Discover the more than 7,000-year-old history of the region as you embark on a walking tour through Plovdiv and hear stories of Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, and Bulgarians. Then, head to Koprivshtitsa to admire the 19th-century architecture and learn about the liberation of Bulgaria before heading back to Sofia.

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Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia

10 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(2)

from $92

Price varies by group size

Full-day Rila Monastery, Stob Pyramids and St Ivan Rilski Cave from Sofia

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(22)

from $112

Price varies by group size

VIP Catamaran 4 hour Activity with Snorkeling in Bulgaria

Prebook this Sveti Vlas Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise and combine time on the Black Sea with fun activities like snorkeling or sunbathing. This catamaran cruise offers plenty of space to lounge with four netted sunbathing areas on the sundeck and seats in a shaded area for those who want to take a break from the sun’s rays. The boat stops in the sea for you to either swim or snorkel, depending on your preference.

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VIP Catamaran 4 hour Activity with Snorkeling in Bulgaria

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(99)

from $98

Hassle-free transfer from the Sofia airport to your hotel. Book your transfer in advance and enjoy an impeccable service. No taxis, no stress, no unexpected payments. With our transfer service your arrival in Sofia will be smooth and pleasant. We will wait for you at the Arrivals hall and will transfer you to any part of Sofia. You can use our service for your transfer upon departure from your hotel / address to the Sofia airport or for other logistic needs in Sofia and entire Bulgaria including sightseeing tours and travel service. We also provide transfers to Bansko, Borovets, Pamporovo, Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, Varna, Burgas, the Black sea coast and any other point of Bulgaria or on the Balkans (Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Albania, Croatia, Slovenia, Bosna and Herzegovina , Kosovo).

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Transfer from the Sofia airport to your hotel in Sofia OR vice versa

30 minutes to 1 hourFree Cancellation

4.9

(33)

from $25

Price varies by group size

Swap Sofia for a day trip to the beautiful town of Plovdiv—which is known for being one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited settlements. Instead of facing the crowds on busy local bus services, enjoy the luxury of traveling in a Wi-Fi-equipped private vehicle. Along the way, you can see Roman ruins, early Christian mosaics, and traditional Bulgarian houses, as your driver-guide expands your knowledge of the area’s history.

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Private Day Trip to Plovdiv from Sofia

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(23)

from $232

Price varies by group size

Market Food Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(22)

from $53

Price varies by group size

Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv

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.

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Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(4)

from $112

Price varies by group size

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.

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Communist Walking Tour of Sofia

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(744)

from $21

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Boyana Church

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Plovdiv Old Town (Stari Grad)

Vitosha Mountain

Rila Monastery

Tsarevets Fortress

Boyana Church

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Plovdiv Old Town (Stari Grad)

Vitosha Mountain

Rila Monastery

Tsarevets Fortress

Boyana Church

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Plovdiv Old Town (Stari Grad)

Vitosha Mountain