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From Sofia: Rose Valley, Shipka & Buzludzha Small Group Day Tour

Most tours stop at Buzludzha. We include the Shipka Freedom Monument — the hilltop battleground where Bulgaria's liberation was decided in 1878 — and the only rose museum where you see Bulgarian rose oil made the same way it has been for three centuries. Three iconic experiences, one small group, one passionate local guide. Maximum 8 people means you get real conversations, real stories, and real…

5.0(7)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews11 hFree cancellation

From £97.82 per person

From Sofia: Serbia and Macedonia Guided Tour

An English-speaking guide will pick you up from the meeting point in Sofia at 9:00AM and, after about a 2-hours drive with various landscapes to admire along the way, you will reach the Serbian border. After crossing the border you will go the nearby town of Bosilegrad (the former Yugoslavia's main state) before you cross back over the border with Bulgaria and head for Northern Macedonia. After a…

4.3(10)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 10 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £67.20 per person

Belogradchik fortress and Belogradchik rocks tour

The Belogradchik Fortress, also known as Kaleto (“the fortress” from Turkish kale), is an ancient fortress located on the north slopes of the Balkan Mountains, close to the northwestern Bulgarian town of Belogradchik and is the town’s primary cultural and historical tourist attraction, drawing, together with the Belogradchik Rocks, the main flow of tourists into the region. It is one of the best-…

4.9(7)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 7 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £45.17 per person

One Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, Macedonia

This tour is a great possibility to visit Skopje during your trip to Bulgaria. You will get acquainted with the Macedonian history and generally with the historical and political points of our region. Skopje is worth to be visited in one day and you can use the occasion to see it while in Sofia. It is easy to book and with our guides you will feel safe and comfortable. The guide will give you inf…

4.9(7)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 7 reviews13 hFree cancellation

From £144.61 per person

Rila Monastery and Wine Tasting Tour

Rila Monastery private tour will take you to Bulgaria's most important and visited historical site and even more - Bulgaria's most visited UNESCO place, the 14th century defensive tower and a local wine cellar. Enjoy the wonderful frescoes from 19th century, representing the achievement of the Bulgarian Revival painting school, feel the amazing spirit of the largest monastery in the country, surr…

4.2(9)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 9 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £143.76 per person

From Sofia: Plovdiv, Starosel Temple and an Art Village

Traverse millennia of history on a seamless day trip from Sofia. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, explore ancient Plovdiv, the mystical Starosel Thracian Temple, and the open-air street art village of Staro Zhelezare. - Plovdiv Old Town: Walk through historic cobblestone streets and major Roman ruins. - Lunch & Walk: Enjoy local food along Europe's longest pedestrian zone. - Starosel Temple: D…

4.2(9)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 9 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £21.27 per person

From Sofia: The gorges of Trun and Dragovski stone trail

Do you know what is Lactobacillus bulgaricus? This is a specific bacterium, lives in local dairy products. Its qualities can reduce cancer cells and aging. It was discovered for the first time in this region where we are going – Trun. The production of yogurt has deep traditions – historically there have always been people in these lands. Thracians, Romans, even Crusaders have settled here. Come…

4.8(6)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 6 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £59.55 per person

Private Sofia Airport Transfers to City Center

Enjoy a private, comfortable and reliable transfer from Sofia Airport to the city center. Your professional driver will meet you at the arrivals hall with a name sign, assist with your luggage, and ensure a smooth journey. We monitor your flight for delays, so your pickup is always on time. Travel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with fixed prices and no hidden fees.

4.4(7)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 reviews30 minFree cancellation

From £24.67 per person

Self Guided Tour Experience in Rila Monastery

Enjoy a day out at the Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. This product gives you an unique conversational audio guide and an electronic guide with full guides notes. Total flexibility and at your own pace. The Rila Monastery is located in 1147 meters altitude in the middle of the fragrant conif…

3.1(18)Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 18 reviews6 hFree cancellation

From £8.50 per person

Drinks of Bulgaria with Traditional Wine and Rakia Tasting

This experience is a passion project started by two law graduates turned professional guides and wine enthusiasts, Yoan and Ivelin (that’s us in the photo). Join us as we dive deep into Bulgarian history and culture through its drinks. This isn’t just a tasting. It’s an invitation into a warm, cozy atmosphere where history comes alive. On this 2-hour journey into Bulgarian culture, you’ll explore…

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £29.77 per person

Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia

You will have the pleasure to get to the highest of all lakes - the Eye, the Tear, the Kidney, the Twins, the Trefoil, the Fish Lake and the Lower Lake and enjoy the super scenery revealed from there. It's superb!

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

From £254.34 per person

Koprivshtica Day Tour from Sofia

Koprivshtica is the Revolutionary capital of Bulgaria. Here in 1876 starts the April Uprising, the biggest uprising of the Bulgarians against the Ottoman yoke. Walking around the cobblestone streets of the town is like going back to the heroic past of the country. Visit the houses of the Bulgarian revolutionaries and learn about their sacrifice for the liberation of Bulgaria, as well the birthpla…

4.8(5)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £109.73 per person

Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church

Experience the pinnacle of Bulgarian cultural heritage in a single day! This unique itinerary allows you to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the majestic Rila Monastery, renowned as Bulgaria's largest and most significant monastery, and the captivating Boyana Church, celebrated for its exquisite 13th-century proto-Renaissance frescoes. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance of Rila Mo…

3.1(14)Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 14 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £24.67 per person

Catacomb Tour in Sofia guided by a Local

Did you know that there are Christian tombs dating back to the 3rd and the 4th century under St. Sophia church? Prepare for a loaded experience as we explore the remains of an early Christian necropolis and stroll through a labyrinth of sarcophagi! Feel like the protagonist of a mystery novel as we tour the underground and explore the tomb pits, stone tombs, stone sarcophagi, the typical late ant…

4.3(6)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 6 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £58.69 per person

Plovdiv and Bachkovo Tour

A beautiful day visiting both the pretty and ancient city of Plovidiv and the interesting Bachkovo Monastery nearby.

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews11 hFree cancellation

From £45.17 per person

Rila Monastery Full Day Guided Tour

Visit the stunning Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day tour from Sofia. Depart at 9:00 AM from Vasil Levski Monument (Yanko Sakuzov Blvd 7) and enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive through Bulgaria’s beautiful landscapes. Take a guided tour of the monastery’s breathtaking architecture and frescoes while learning its fascinating history and legends. Then enjoy your free time to e…

4.8(4)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £17.01 per person

Buzludzha Communist Monument and Ancient Thracian Tomb

Buzludzha is a historical peak in the Central Balkan Mountains, Bulgaria and is 1,432 metres high. In 1868 it was the place of the final battle between Bulgarian rebels led by Hadji Dimitar and Stefan Karadzha and forces of the Ottoman Empire. The House-Monument of the Bulgarian Communist Party (also known as the Buzludzha Monument) was built on the peak by the Bulgarian communist regime. It comm…

4.2(5)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 5 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £45.17 per person

Iskar Gorge Trek, Skaklia Waterfall and Cherepish Monastery Tour from Sofia

The emphasis of this day tour is to experience the spectacular Iskar Gorge landscape at first hand through short walks to hidden nature landmarks not seen from a tour bus. Enjoy stunning mountain scenery, caves, amazing rock formations, spectacular waterfalls and Cherepish monastery dating back the 14th-century in a day tour from Sofia!

4.2(5)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 5 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £72.30 per person

Hidden Sofia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Sofia is one of Europe’s most surprising capitals, with seven thousand years of history hidden in plain sight. On this self-guided audio walk, I’ll also show you treasures that reveal how Bulgaria’s capital has reinvented itself through the eras. You’ll also discover how the city’s unique lack of a distinct Old Town creates a compact territory where ancient Serdica meets modern Sofia. The tour st…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £9.06 per person

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight near Sofia

Soar above the Bulgarian countryside at sunrise - just 30 minutes from Sofia. Float silently over Stara Planina, ancient villages, and golden sunflower fields while the world wakes up below you. No roads, no noise - just open sky. Every flight is captured in full 4K and shared with you afterwards, so you can relive the moment long after you land. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or t…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £55.29 per person

From Sofia: Rila Monastery, St. Ivan Cave & Alpine Picnic Tour

Most people see Rila Monastery from a bus - one rushed hour, a fridge magnet, and back to Sofia. Beautiful, yes. Memorable, rarely. This tour gives Rila the full day it deserves - and goes further than any bus ever will. After a proper guided visit to Bulgaria's most sacred UNESCO site, you hike through ancient spruce forest to the cave where St. Ivan Rilski lived as a hermit. The cave ends in a…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £80.81 per person

Quad Biking Experience in Bulgaria

Experience Quad Biking in Bulgaria is a great fun. Green Valleys will offer you fantastic quad bike site located in stunning Balkan mountain. You will be amassed of the amassing valleys, which are natural formations which covers large territory in the region. Near the town of Sofia – Fantastic Place. With options to suit all abilities, we have something for everyone.

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £72.30 per person

Street Photography Walks and Talks in Sofia

Discover Sofia through the lens of a working film director. Join Martin — award-winning filmmaker, published photographer, and daily street shooter — for an intimate photography walk through the city's most alive and least-photographed streets. We start at the iconic Hotel Balkan on Sveta Nedelya Square and move through the Area of Tolerance — one of Europe's most quietly remarkable urban spaces,…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews3 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £51.04 per person

One-day tour to Skopje from Sofia

Welcome to Your Skopje one-day tour! During this tour you will be having a Bulgarian guide-driver and while driving to the Bulgarian-North Macedonian boarder you will learn more about the common history of the two states as well as a summed overview of the history of the Republic of North Macedonia. Your guide will make your boarder crossing as smooth as possible and will be in touch with his loc…

4.7(3)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews12 hFree cancellation

From £246.69 per person