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627+ tours, tickets and activities in Sofia, Bulgaria. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Sofia

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Valley of the Thracian Kings, Hidden Treasures

During this day tour you will have the chance to learn more about the mysterious Thracians, best known for the mythical hero Orpheus (ancient musician and thinker), Spartacus (Roman slave and gladiator, and leader of the famous slave revolt), as well as for the oldest golden treasure in the world. We will visit 5 of the masterpieces of the Thracian burial architecture, one of which UNESCO site, a…

4.8(33)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 33 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £84.21 per person

Sofia by Night Panoramic Tour with Dinner and Folklore Show

Panoramic tour of Sofia by a car and a rich dinner with typical starters, meals, deserts and folklore program in traditional Bulgarian restaurant during this shared experience.

4.5(42)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 42 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £114.84 per person

Seven Rila Lakes Snowshoe Hike and Thermal Baths Full-Day Tour from Sofia

Dramatic landscapes and breathtaking alpine sceneries, centuries old pine forests and rugged mountain peaks make the Seven Rila Lakes cirque one of the most beautiful areas in the Rila Mountains National Park. Enjoy a gentle snowshoe walk in the picturesque Seven Rila Lakes area followed by relaxation in the thermal water pools of Sapareva Banya spa resort, fed by one of the hottest springs in Eu…

4.5(43)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 43 reviews24 hFree cancellation

From £102.08 per person

Full-Day Plovdiv and Asen’s Fortress Tour from Sofia

Plovdiv and Asen's fortress tour is excellent way to see in one day Bulgaria's second largest city and Medieval fortress. Plovdiv was one of the two European Capitals of Culture in 2019 and it is more beautiful than ever in its 5,000 years of history.

4.6(39)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 39 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £25.52 per person

Day trip to Skopje and Matka Canyon from Sofia

This is not your average, leisurely sightseeing tour—it is a thrilling, high-energy expedition designed for travelers who want to see it all and waste no time doing it. Leaving Sofia behind, you will journey across the border into North Macedonia to experience two of the Balkans' most contrasting treasures: the wild, jaw-dropping serenity of a hidden canyon and the eccentric, monument-filled stre…

4.6(37)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 37 reviews12 hFree cancellation

From £123.34 per person

Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup

Explore the 8000-year history of Plovdiv with ruins from the Roman times, beautiful Revival architecture and cozy restaurants in Kapana district. Enjoy breathtaking views from Asen’s Fortress, perched on top of a hill in the beautiful Rhodope Mountains. Visit the second largest monastery in Bulgaria and see the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary. Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free…

5.0(27)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 27 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £70.60 per person

Small Group Tour to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church

Situated deep in the dense pine forests of Rila Mountain, Rila Monastery is the biggest and most important Orthodox cloister in Bulgaria.It is an outstanding example of the Bulgarian cultural and historical heritage, in which architecture and painting merge harmoniously. The site is part of the UNESCO World Heritage list. Rila Monastery was founded in the 10th century by St Ivan Rilski, a hermit…

4.9(29)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 29 reviews7 hFree cancellation

From £76.56 per person

Mt. Vitosha and Boyana Waterfall Hiking Tour from Sofia

Hike through the beautiful Vitosha Mountain; visit to the Boyana lake and Boyana waterfall.This walking tour is for the admirers of wild nature and crystal-clear air. This shared experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

4.6(36)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 36 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £93.57 per person

Private City Tour of Sofia

Check off Sofia’s key landmarks in minimum time on this comprehensive private city tour lead by a private local guide. Exploring with your private guide, see Cathedral Saint Alexander Nevski, Saint Sofia Church, the Banya Bashi Mosque, Borisova Gradina gardens, the National Art Gallery, and so much more. Tour includes hotel pick up and drop off but excludes any entrance fees.

4.4(42)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 42 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £24.67 per person

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

Explore the picturesque Bulgarian countryside, visiting three famous Bulgarian attractions within a day tour from Sofia! Spend the morning in the Rila Monastery, one of the country’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, a "must see" for anyone visiting Bulgaria. Discover the centuries old forests of the Rila Mountains on a scenic walk to the cave of St. Ivan Rilski (St. John of Rila), where t…

5.0(25)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £82.51 per person

Buzludzha Monument and the Socialist Museum Small-group tour

In this one day tour, you will have the chance to get acquainted with the communist period (socialistic period) in Bulgaria. The socialistic republic of Bulgaria existed from 1946 until 1989. This is one of the most controversial parts of modern history. But one thing is for sure - like any other political system, communism (socialism) bequeathed us both things that we would like to forget and ot…

4.8(28)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 28 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £76.56 per person

Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour

You have the chance to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites in one day- Boyana church and Rila Monastery.

5.0(25)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £85.06 per person

From Sofia: Mushroom Foraging & Wild Food Experience with Dobrin

No other experience near Sofia combines professional foraging, wild food identification, and a gourmet forest lunch cooked from what you find. Dobrin's encyclopedic knowledge of Bulgaria's flora and fungi — built over a lifetime — is the product. The forest is simply his kitchen. Every season brings different ingredients, different discoveries, and a completely different meal. This is not a tour.…

5.0(24)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 24 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £72.30 per person

Belogradchik Full-day Tour from Sofia

Visit the Bulgarian town of Belogradchik on this guided, full-day, minibus tour from Sofia. Just 180 kilometers north of Sofia, nature has sculpted the amazing Belogradchik rocks, a group of strange shaped sandstone and conglomerate rock formations. The view from the old fortress of the fascinating formations is breathtaking. Use some imagination and visions of 'the Rabbit,' 'Adam and Eve,' 'the…

4.4(37)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 37 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £58.69 per person

Market Food Tour

This is the only guided tour in Sofia that shows you the Ladies market. You will also visit the flea market in front of the Alexander Nevski Cathedral and the central covered market called Hali. Enjoy tastings and a full lunch. This is a walking tour, so please wear good and comfortable shoes. Your professional guide will be your friend in Sofia and show you a side of the city which is off the be…

4.9(23)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 23 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £39.13 per person

Private Day Trip to Plovdiv from Sofia

Enjoy a great private day trip to the beautiful town of Plovdiv - the oldest existing settlement in Europe - learn its rich history and discover the amazing architecture.

4.7(25)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 25 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £170.13 per person

Balkan Horse Riding - Glozhene Monastery Ride

This small - group horse riding adventure offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Bulgaria’s most picturesque mountain landscapes far from the crowds, just a short drive from Sofia. A key highlight is the ride along the ridges of Lisets Mountain, where expansive panoramic views unfold over the rolling green hills and deep valleys of the Balkan Mountains. Another unforgettable moment of the…

4.6(25)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 25 reviews7 hFree cancellation

From £97.82 per person

Rila Monastery day tour with Optional SPA/Thermal baths

This tour combines two of Bulgaria's most distinctive experiences in a single day — the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, one of the country's most important spiritual and cultural landmarks, and the option to relax afterwards at Aqua Club Kotvata, a natural mineral thermal spa in Sapareva Banya at the foot of the Rila Mountains. Few day trips from Sofia let you pair a guided historical and cultural…

4.5(26)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 26 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £17.01 per person

Sofia full day tour

You will have a chance to visit National Historical museum, Pancharevo lake near Sofia and the main sights in Sofia city center.

4.7(23)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 23 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £97.82 per person

Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi day tour from Sofia with pickup

Visit ¨the City of Tsars¨ with the most impressive medieval fortress in Bulgaria. Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.

4.9(19)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 19 reviews11 hFree cancellation

From £72.30 per person

Buzludzha Monument and The Rose Valley Day Tour From Sofia 13 hrs

Join us on a small-group guided trip to one of the most iconic communist monuments from the past in Eastern Europe. The UFO-like abandoned building is located on top of Buzludzha Peak in the Central Balkan Mountains. Today, an empty structure stripped of its initial purposes, it has gained many admirers and popularity around the world, and is considered a remarkable representation of this part of…

4.5(24)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 24 reviews12 hFree cancellation

From £51.04 per person

Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting

We'll welcome you with positive vibes, stylish music and a smile in a very authentic and aristocratic atmosphere :)! Our place is very unique and you will have the pleasure to enjoy it with some very fine selection of Bulgarian wines, cold cuts and cheese :)! You will get 5 glasses of specially selected Bulgarian wines Special cold cuts and cheese will be also available :)

4.8(20)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 20 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £50.19 per person

The Eyes of God natural wonder Saeva Dupka cave and Glozhene Monastery day trip from Sofia

Three of the most stunning Bulgaria's attractions within a day trip from Sofia! Explore the natural wonder of Prohodna cave, named by the locals “The Eyes of God” because of the two deity-eye-shaped holes on the ceiling. Experience Saeva Dupka, among the most decorated tourist adapted caves in Bulgaria and visit the unique Glozhene Monastery, built like a bird’s nest on the cliffs of a mountain p…

5.0(16)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 16 reviewsFree cancellation

From £93.57 per person

The Ultimate Rila Monastery 3-in-1 Day Tour from Sofia

Discover one of the Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems on this day trip from Sofia. Traveling by minibus, admire rural Bulgaria on route to the Rila Monastery in the pine-carpeted Rila Mountains. Take a guided tour of the medieval treasure with its fresco-coated church, and visit its fascinating museum. Then, spend some time to explore independently. Entrance fees not included. The tour offers…

4.3(24)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 24 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £19.56 per person