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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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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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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Beryl • traveled in July, 2025
The printed guide and organisation of the final itinerary were excellent. We were glad we changed the itinerary to add a night in Kazanlak between Plovdiv and Nessebar as it was a long way to drive, and as there are many interesting sights around Kazanlak: we also visited Shipka Church and Pass which were well worth seeing as we had a bit of extra time there. Due to the long drive to get to coastal Bulgarian areas, we would have liked an extra night there, probably in Varna which suited our historical interests. Both guided tours in Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo were excellent and very informative. We appreciated the extra time spent with Sofia in Veliko Tarnovo giving us a guided tour of the Tsarevets Fortress and also sights in the town. Overall the sights in Bulgaria including historic and natural were a pleasant surprise.
Discover Bulgaria: A Self-Drive Exploration of Its Best-Kept Secrets
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- Wonders of Bulgaria
- Legends of Emperors and Crusaders , Wines, Traditional Cuisine. Museum Towns and Villages
- Best of Bulgaria Roundtrip
- Balkan Cycling (Bulgaria)
- Discover Bulgaria: A Self-Drive Exploration of Its Best-Kept Secrets
- Peaks & Lakes of the Pirin and Rila Mountains
- Hike Bulgaria's Rodopi Mountains
- Go Local: Best of Bulgaria, Self-Drive
- Bulgarian Triangle
- 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 $1,215
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Legends of Emperors and Crusaders , Wines, Traditional Cuisine. Museum Towns and Villages
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The accommodations were good to very good and the itinerary was very good to excellent. Food and beverages were very good.”
Raymond, traveled in May
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
10% Off- US$2,746+$100 local payments
Best of Bulgaria Roundtrip
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Vera was amazing—hard working, determined to please the guests, personable, expert, and truly dedicated to excellence.”
Kim, traveled in May
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
10% Off- US$878+$117 local payments
Balkan Cycling (Bulgaria)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was perfectly organized, and the schedule allowed us to see and do so much without ever feeling rushed.”
Virgil, traveled in August
Bulgarian heritage comes alive from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo for approx. $710. Cyclists pass Teteven's historical museum, browse Etura's open-air ethnographic displays, and marvel at Bozhentsi's 100 Revival Period houses. Seven nights in family guesthouses and authentic meals provide local immersion.
Duration 7 days Destinations Sofia, Goliam Izvor, Ribaritsa, Troyan, Apriltsi, Gabrovo, Etara, Tryavna, Bojentsi, ElenaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Penguin Travel From
10% Off- US$726+$117 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
10% Off- US$1,101+$47 local payments
Peaks & Lakes of the Pirin and Rila Mountains
32 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Bulgarian mountains, Rila and Pirin park were just stunning, impressed by the beauty and how clean it is.”
Elena, traveled in June
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
10% Off- US$1,335
Hike Bulgaria's Rodopi Mountains
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Walking in high pastures in the mist, making it to the top of some of the steeper climbs, seeing mist roll back exposing the peak on the other side of the valley.”
Richard, traveled in October
Bulgaria's wild Rodopi region opens up from Yagodina village. Rare butterflies flutter through Kastrakli Nature Reserve, while dramatic views await at Trigrad karst plateau and Mount Golyam Snezhnik (7,178ft). The family-run Yagodina Hotel provides home-produced meals before transfer to Sofia's Crystal Palace Hotel.
Duration 8 days Destinations Sofia, Borino, Zmeitsa Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $2,203
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