Bulgaria Tours & Trips
Imagine Bulgaria's Rila Monastery nestled in mountain forests - a truly breathtaking sight. Or wandering through Plovdiv's old Roman streets. Bulgaria charms with Sofia's golden domes, Veliko Tarnovo's medieval fortresses, Nessebar's cobbled lanes, and the Rodopi Mountains' caves. Taste local wines and watch the Nestinari fire dance. The Balkans' secret gem is ready and waiting.
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Karen • traveled in October, 2025
What a wonderful tour through Bulgaria. Our guide Tsveto was knowledgeable, accommodating, and passionate about sharing his experience with us. He made our tour fun & interesting . All hotels were comfortable & centrally located to our needs. Thank you Across Europe for making Bulgaria a memorable journey.
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Lesley • traveled in August, 2025
Tour offered a wide range of experiences. Preliminary walking tour introduced major landmarks and buildings in Sofia and gave an outline of the nations history...from Roman times through mediaeval regime changes to modern political history. Tour visited the famous Rilla Monestery and a modern spiritual site then char Melnik village in the wine growing region. Next seen were the Pirin Mountain ranges of and the township of Bankso which was a base for hiking and skiing. A short ride on the narrow guage railway thrpugh the Rodope Mountain showed forest and river valleys. Nrxt conytast was the ancient city of Plovdiv which perservrs an old townming Mrlnick villthr eine growing region and travelled over mountsin passes eith brsutiful forrdt and included an ovetnoght stay in Bsnkso ehich is the site for srasonsl hiking and sking. A short journey of the narrow gauge railway through Rodope Mountsins showed mountsins and river ravines. Next thete wre opportunities to view archeytrcture and arts and crafts as wrll as
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Adrienne • traveled in October, 2025
Beautiful mountains. Good hybrid bikes. Very helpful, accommodating and resourceful guides. Interesting hotels
Rodopi Road Cycling (Bulgaria)
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- Wonders of Bulgaria
- Legends of Emperors and Crusaders , Wines, Traditional Cuisine. Museum Towns and Villages
- Best of Bulgaria Roundtrip
- Rodopi Road Cycling (Bulgaria)
- Discover Bulgaria: A Self-Drive Exploration of Its Best-Kept Secrets
- Peaks & Lakes of the Pirin and Rila Mountains
- Bulgarian Triangle
- Hike Bulgaria's Rodopi Mountains
- Go Local: Best of Bulgaria, Self-Drive
- Bulgaria at a glance: Sofia City Break
Duration 8 days Destinations Sofia, Bachkovo, Plovdiv, Sozopol, Burgas, Nesebar, Aladzha, Balchik, Varna, MadaraSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
- US$1,229
Legends of Emperors and Crusaders , Wines, Traditional Cuisine. Museum Towns and Villages
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels were comfortable with great breakfasts and good mattresses. Would highly recommend this tour.”
Dianne, traveled in September
Bulgarian heritage comes alive from Sofia's ancient streets to Varna's Roman baths. The Valley of Roses in Kazanlak beckons, historic Melnik offers wine tasting, and UNESCO-listed Nessebar dazzles visitors. Total costs around $2,600 includes 3-4* hotels, expert guides, and authentic experiences including Nestinari fire dancing at farewell dinner.
Duration 10 days Destinations Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo, Varna, Pomorie, Kazanlak, Plovdiv, Melnik Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Across Europe Ltd. From
- US$2,721+$99 local payments
Best of Bulgaria Roundtrip
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary is good and quite varied. Overall, if you would like to visit Bulgaria, we think this tour is a good option.”
Alan, traveled in September
Bulgarian cultural treasures unfold over eight days, from Sofia's 4th-century St. George Rotonda to Plovdiv's Roman theater. Local artisans welcome visitors at Etura craftsmen village, while Yagodina cave reveals stunning stalactites. The UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery rounds out the journey. Includes 7 breakfasts and expert English-speaking guide.
Duration 7 days Destinations Sofia, Rila, Melnik, Ognyanovo, Bansko, Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Penguin Travel From
- US$870+$116 local payments
Rodopi Road Cycling (Bulgaria)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour covered very impressive country side and most of the roads were great for cycling.”
Johnston, traveled in July
Cycling routes wind through the Rhodope Mountains from Sofia, featuring stays in Velingrad's spa resorts and Trigrad's family hotels. Bulgaria's second-largest monastery in Bachkovo and the 10,000m-long Yagodina Cave system highlight the journey.
Duration 6 days Destinations Sofia, Velingrad, Dospat, Borino, Yagodina, Trigrad, Shiroka Laka, Smolyan Lakes, Smolyan, Bachkovo Age Range Operator Penguin Travel From
- US$801+$116 local payments
Discover Bulgaria: A Self-Drive Exploration of Its Best-Kept Secrets
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The sights in Bulgaria including historic and natural were a pleasant surprise.”
Beryl, traveled in July
Rila Monastery's frescoes and Plovdiv's Roman amphitheater showcase Bulgaria's rich heritage. Riverside family hotels welcome you while exploring Bansko's old town and Kazanluk's Rose Valley. The tour features Sofia's Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Varna's archaeological museum with world's oldest gold treasure.
Duration 11 days Destinations Sofia, Rila, Bansko, Plovdiv, Kazanlak, Nesebar, Varna, Arbanasi, Veliko Tarnovo Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Across Europe Ltd. From
- US$1,091+$58 local payments
Peaks & Lakes of the Pirin and Rila Mountains
32 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was organized beautifully. The accommodation was as expected from 3-star hotels, comfortable but simple.”
Rachel, traveled in August
Bulgarian peaks await on this 8-day alpine adventure. The route leads through Pirin and Rila National Parks to scale Musala (2925m) and Vihren (2914m), passing 17 glacier lakes, with a visit to UNESCO Rila Monastery. Comfortable 3-star hotels in Bansko and Govedartsi serve as base camps, while expert guides lead daily hikes with daypacks.
Duration 8 days Destinations Sofia, Bansko, Pirin National Park, Mount Vihren, Rila, Seven Lakes National Reserve, Malyovitsa, Govedartsi, Mount Musala Age Range Ages 13+ Operator Traventuria From
- US$1,323
Duration 5 days Destinations Sofia, Bachkovo, Plovdiv, Kazanlak, Shipka, Arbanasi, Veliko Tarnovo, Tryavna, Troyan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
- US$955
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Rhodope Mountains