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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Fantastic week of peaks with knowledgeable guides. The scenery is immaculate. And best of all - it’s not crowded.
Rila-Pirin Mountain Trek (Bulgaria), guaranteed departuresBeautiful mountains. Good hybrid bikes. Very helpful, accommodating and resourceful guides. Interesting hotels
Rodopi Road Cycling (Bulgaria)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.
Legends of Emperors and Crusaders , Wines, Traditional Cuisine. Museum Towns and Villages
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- The best Bulgaria tour packages
- Most popular destinations in Bulgaria
- Travel Bulgaria your way
- Best tour companies for Bulgaria tours
- Best places to start your Bulgaria tour
- Discover Bulgaria tours for every budget
- Bulgaria tours for every type of group
- Top Bulgaria travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Bulgaria
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The best Bulgaria tour packages
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Wonders of Bulgaria (16 destinations)
“the experience of getting to know Istanbul was worth the entire trip”
EDWIN, traveled in June
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
Duration 5 days Destinations Sofia, Bachkovo, Plovdiv, Kazanlak, Shipka, Arbanasi, Veliko Tarnovo, Tryavna, Troyan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
- US$955
Balkan Cycling (Bulgaria)
“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 6 days Destinations Sofia, Ribaritsa, Goliam Izvor, Troyan, Apriltsi, Gabrovo, Etara, Tryavna, Bojentsi, ElenaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Penguin Travel From
- US$719+$116 local payments
Rila-Pirin Mountain Trek (Bulgaria), guaranteed departures
“The hikes were all great, accommodation was wonderful, and the food - was diverse with a lot of local products.”
Rolland, traveled in January
Bulgaria's highest peaks stand ready on this 8-day trek from Sofia. Mount Musala (2925m) challenges hikers, while UNESCO Rila Monastery offers cultural respite. The Seven Rila Lakes circuit leads to Mount Vihren (2914m), with stays in traditional mountain towns like Bansko and Govedartsi.
Duration 6 days Destinations Sofia, Borovets, Mount Musala, Govedartsi, Malyovitsa, Seven Lakes National Reserve, Rila, Bansko, Pirin National Park, Mount Vihren Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Penguin Travel From
- US$719+$116 local payments
Legends of Emperors and Crusaders , Wines, Traditional Cuisine. Museum Towns and Villages
“What a wonderful tour through Bulgaria. All hotels were comfortable & centrally located to our needs.”
Karen, 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$2,727+$99 local payments
Duration 8 days Destinations Sofia, Rila, Seven Lakes National Reserve, Belogradchik, Plovdiv, Burgas, Nesebar, Sunny Beach, Aladzha, Varna Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From
- US$485+$628 upfront costs
Discover Bulgaria: A Self-Drive Exploration of Its Best-Kept Secrets
“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+$46 local payments
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Demographics
- Solo Travelers34 tours
- Couples48 tours
- Seniors (50+)11 tours
- Family37 tours
Best time to visit Bulgaria
- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn brings ideal conditions for mixing culture with walking tours. Our September and October routes catch the mountain color changes while temperatures stay comfortable enough for proper exploring. One route that gets consistently good feedback starts in Sofia and works through the Rhodope Mountains, where our customers tell us the autumn views are especially good. Wine fans tend to prefer our cultural circuits through Melnik, where you can sample local wines just as harvest wraps up. The guides know exactly where to catch the best seasonal colors, and travelers love how shorter walking days lead into cozy evenings at traditional restaurants.
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- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter in Bulgaria centers on Bansko's 75km of varied slopes, where our ski packages include smart touches like airport transfers and hotels with spa facilities. The setup works really well - active mornings on the slopes flow into cultural evenings exploring traditional mexanas (restaurants) along Pirin Street. Many of our guests love taking breaks at Banya's thermal springs, which locals have long used for their healing properties. The format gives you room to choose your pace - ski hard or take it easier with trips to mountain villages and cultural spots nearby.
- Spring 2027
Bulgaria really comes alive in spring, especially during May's rose harvest in the Rose Valley. Our Sofia-based cultural route gets you right into the action - you can pick flowers yourself and see how local distilleries create that precious rose oil. The Rhodope Mountains offer another great option as wildflowers spread across the hills. The spring monastery circuit connects UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery with gentle forest walks, while the weather stays just right for exploring Plovdiv's Roman sites and Sofia's historic center. Our TourRadar travelers often mention how they appreciate having major sites mostly to themselves during spring visits.
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- Summer 2027
Summer opens up serious mountain possibilities in the Rila and Pirin ranges. Our most complete route takes you up notable peaks like Polezhan, Vihren and also Musala, with clear views stretching over glacier-carved lakes below. The days mix proper hiking with cultural stops - you'll cross alpine meadows by day and settle into mountain villages for traditional Bulgarian dinners at night. Our guides know their stuff cold - from local plants and animals to mountain stories passed down through generations. Travelers particularly like how we've structured things around hotel stays rather than mountain huts, so you only need carry a daypack.
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