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6-Day Private Boutique Tour: Wine and History of Bulgaria
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6 Days
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
With this, carefully selected itinerary, you will stay a bit out of the most touristic places of Bulgaria and get deeper into the atmosphere of our history, culture, way of living in different time periods, and, of course, the wine, which is seriously involved in it. We can say that this tour is more like a boutique one because it is a wonderful combination of nature, sightseeing, and traditions with 2 overnights in some of the best chateaus in Bulgaria, where you will enjoy great food, served with the appropriate wine.
For the rest of the evenings, you will enjoy beautiful towns and cities, like Trigrad, Melnik, and Plovdiv
What's Included
- 6 nights at recommended hotels
- Professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunches, dinners & beverages
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Start time
09:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We can pick up the clients from any location in Sofia
What To Expect
Rila Monastery and the Wine capital of Bulgaria
2 Stops
Rila Monastery
In the morning your guide will pick you up from your hotel/accommodation in Sofia. You will start your adventure by visiting first the biggest monastery in the Balkans. Rila monastery, part of the UNESCO World Heritage List, is situated in Rila mountain, an hour and a half drive from Sofia. The place is magical. The monastery is surrounded by the amazing beauty of the Mountain. You will learn a lot about the Bulgarian Medieval History and the Orthodox Christianity. After the guided tour of the complex, you will be able to enjoy it as much as you like by taking some free time to feel the atmosphere. Then, you can have a good traditional Bulgarian lunch.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Melnik
Our journey will continue through a very scenic passage into the Pirin mountain. The region that we will head to is called the Balkan Tuscany. The region is famous for growing sorts of vines that you can’t find anywhere else. We will visit also one more medieval monastery and the smallest town in Bulgaria - Melnik. Melnik was the main stronghold of one Bulgarian aristocracy family in the 13th and the 14th century. During the Ottoman period, the town became the main wine production center and was exporting wines to many European countries. The most famous customer was Winston Churchill himself. We will overnight in this quiet little town. Overnight: Melnik
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight in Melnik
The magical Rhodope mountains and Trigrad gorge
4 Stops
Villa Melnik Winery
After breakfast, we will start our journey toward the Rhodope Mountains. First, we can make a stop in one of the good wineries in Bulgaria- Villa Melnik. You can try some of the most famous Bulgarian wines and learn a lot about wine-making in those lands by having a guided tour of the winery.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Orlovo Oko - Eagle's Eye viewpoint
We will continue our journey through beautiful roads, mountain passages, and gorges. Our trip will lead us to Yagodina village where we can have a traditional Rhodope lunch. The place will be below the famous pike- the Eagle's Eye. If choose you can make an hour-long hike to the top where you will see a stunning view of the mountains. The hike is not hard and the efforts are totally worth it.
4 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Diavolsko Garlo- The Devil's Throat
Our next stop will be an amazing cave- the Devil's Throat. The place is full of legends, mysteries, and it was believed that it was the entrance of the Underworld. When you get there you will understand why.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Trigrad
Our final destination for the day will be Trigrad. A charming town where we will overnight and enjoy an excellent Rhodope dinner.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight in Trigrad
The Marvelous bridges and Bachkovo monastery
4 Stops
Shiroka Laka
Our exploration of the Rhodope will continue. We will drive to a little town called Shiroka Laka. The town has beautiful local architecture. It is famous for its music school, keeping and developing the traditions of the bagpipe music instrument, spread in the Rhodope region. The town also has given birth to one of the main figures, responsible for saving the Bulgarian Jews during the Second World War. We will also visit his grave later in the day during the visit of Bachkovo monastery.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Marvelous Bridges
The Marvelous Bridges are a set of unique natural bridges formed over millions of years through the process of erosion. These bridges are located in the Rhodope Mountains of Bulgaria and are considered to be some of the most stunning and unusual geological formations in Europe. Each bridge is carved from solid rock and is a result of the relentless action of water over time. The bridges vary in size, shape, and height, but all have a natural beauty that is truly breathtaking. Some of the bridges are over 100 meters in height and span up to 50 meters across. The tallest and most famous bridge, known as the Eye Bridge, is a popular spot for tourists and is considered one of the most beautiful and impressive natural wonders in Bulgaria. After this natural beauty we will have lunch.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Bachkovo Monastery
The monastery is the second biggest monastery in Bulgaria. It was constructed in the XI century. Inside are buried two of the main figures, responsible for saving the Jewish population from being sent to the Concentration camps during the Second World War- Patriarch Kiril and Ekzarh Stefan.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Plovdiv
Our final destination for the day is Plovdiv. We will overnight in the heart of the city. You can enjoy its wonderful and artistic atmosphere, but also its intense nightlife.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight in the historical center of Plovdiv
Exploration of Plovdiv and Zaara estate
2 Stops
Plovdiv Old Town
We will dedicate most of our day to exploring this amazing city. Imagine yourself walking in the footsteps of ancient civilizations, unraveling the secrets of the past, and discovering the rich heritage of this fascinating region led by a highly educated guide who will do his best to make this day amazing. Each stop on this tour will transport you to a different era, and provide a unique perspective on Bulgaria's history and culture. We will visit most of its highlights and historical sites.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
After the tour of Plovdiv, we will check out our hotel and will depart for our final destination for the day- Zaara Winery. We will overnight in the complex, situated in the East part of the Rhodope. There, you will be able to try some more wonderful wines.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight at Zaara state
The Thracian heritage and Chateau Copsa
3 Stops
Stara Zagora
After a good breakfast, we will start our journey into the heritage of the ancient civilizations that have been living in those lands. We will start by visiting the city of Stara Zagora or Augusta Trayana as the Romans called it. This is an ancient city that was once a major center of trade and culture. As we explore it, you will gain a deeper understanding of the Thracians and the impact they had on the region. You will also visit an Architectural complex "The Museum of Religions". This place was spiritually important for more the two thousand years. Every culture has left its mark and all layers are visible in this amazing museum. After the walk, you will have lunch in the center.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
After Stara Zagora, we will continue toward the Valley of the Thracian kings. We will enter in some of the Royal tombs from the IV century that are excavated. One of them- the Kazanlak tomb, part of UNESCO World Heritage List, keeping amazing paintings from that era, giving so much knowledge about this civilization.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
After this intense time travel, we will reach our final destination- Chateau Copsa. Situated in the middle of vineyards the place has a unique atmosphere. Here you can try excellent high-quality gourmet food and wines.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight at Copsa
Back to Sofia
2 Stops
Koprivshtitsa
After breakfast, our journey will move toward its end. We will drive on one of the most beautiful and scenic roads in Bulgaria. Our first stop will be a place of respect to the Bulgarian heroes from the struggle against the Ottomans, which has a wonderful view of the Central Balkan mountain. After that, we will visit an architectural reserve called Koprivshtica, with its amazing buildings from the late 18th and 19th centuries. It is like a time machine because it is perfectly preserved. You will learn a lot from our Revival period and uprisings against foreign rule. We will have lunch in a traditional Bulgarian restaurant.
4 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Sofia
In the afternoon we will reach Sofia. If you didn't have time to see the city our guide will make a short tour of our capital before checking in your hotel in the center of Sofia. You can learn a lot about the turbulent XX century and the multiple changes in our political system. Sofia is a very vivid city and gives many opportunities to have a great time. Feel free to aks your guide for recommendations.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight at 3-star hotel in Sofia city center
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We understand your concerns in relation to COVID 19, therefore we've taken the needed measures for you to feel safe. All our guides and drivers go through regular medical checks, wear masks during the tours and in each vehicle, we have a disinfectant spray. Furthermore due to the situation nowadays we organize tours only for small groups (up to 7 persons) and we have the option for private tours.
Operated by BulTrips
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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