Europe is such a large place with so many countries. When seeking a unique experience in such a vast continent, Bulgaria is perhaps one of the best destinations to visit. Besides being one of the oldest countries in Europe, this country features a rich history, lots of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and a landscape characterized by mountains, beaches, and numerous archaeological sites. To fully explore this country, there are so many things to do, but one can start with these.
10 Go Wine Tasting In The Heart Of Sofia
Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria and also one of the oldest cities in the world. One unique way to explore this part of Bulgaria is by getting a taste of the wine as the country’s wine history dates as far back as 5000 years ago. By engaging in a wine tasting tour in the heart of Sofia, visitors will be presented with a wide variety of wines, many of which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. With a local wine expert involved in the tour, one is guaranteed to get a taste of only the best.
- Price/Person: $30.61
- Length: Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes
- What’s Included: Public transportation and sampling of five unique Bulgarian wines.
9 Explore Belogradchik Rocks, Fortress & Venetsa Cave
Bulgaria is a country filled with lots of unique natural attractions, and some popular ones, to begin with, are the Belogradchik Rocks and Venetsa Cave. While one can visit these attractions individually, visiting them in the company of a tour is a great way to learn about the history associated with them while marveling at the unique sights.
- Price/Person: $91.35
- Length: Approximately 11 hours
- What’s Included: Lunch, bottled water, and private transportation.
8 Visit Plovdiv, Asen’s Fortress, and Bachkovo Monastery
Plovdiv, Asen Fortress, and Bachkovo Monastery are some interesting spots visitors to Bulgaria need to explore. One way to explore these interesting spots without much hassle is by joining a tour from Sofia, as it maximizes time by visiting multiple landmarks in one go. The tour starts from the historic Plovdiv and makes its way to Asen’s Fortress, where one will learn about the history of the medieval clifftop fortress and its history. The tour then makes its way to Bachkovo Monastery, where one will also learn about the interesting history of the place while marveling at its large size.
- Price/Person: $80.19
- Length: Approximately 9 hours
- What’s Included: Food and drinks, hotel pickup, and professional guide.
7 Explore Plovdiv On A Full Day Tour
Being the second-largest city in Bulgaria is not what makes Plovdiv unique; rather, it’s the fact that this city is the cultural capital of Bulgaria and also one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. With such an endowment, one needs a full day to get a detailed exploration of the city, and one way to get this experience is by joining a full-day tour of Plovdiv. On this tour, one will be guided to ancient ruins, historic landmarks, and one of the most popular museums in this historic city.
- Price/Person: $30.45
- Length: Approximately 8 hours
- What’s Included: Food and drinks, air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup, and drop-off.
6 Explore Sofia On A Bike
When it comes to exploring the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, there are many ways to do it, and biking is perhaps the easiest and most flexible. Joining a biking tour is a great way to get this experience as it promises the opportunity to see a great deal of the city’s green parks in a limited time.
- Price/Person: $39.59
- Length: Approximately 2 to 3 hours
- What’s Included: Food and drinks, entrance fees, and a local private guide.
5 Experience Sofia On A Guided Walking Tour
Walking is another great way to explore Sofia’s history and culture. By joining a walking tour, one is also guaranteed to be in the company of a professional guide and some other history buffs on the walking exploration of the city. The tour takes one through the city’s Roman, early Christian, Ottoman, and Soviet history. Famous landmarks such as - Cathedral Saint Alexander Nevsky and the Ivan National Theater will also be visited on this walking tour.
- Price/Person: $35.53
- Length: Approximately 2 hours
- What’s Included: Professional guide and Gratuities.
4 Go Hiking On Seven Rila Lakes
Bulgaria is not all about archaeological ruins and historical landmarks. It is also a place to enjoy some outdoor adventures, and the Seven Rila Lakes is one of the most popular places in the country to enjoy this experience. On a tour of this hiking destination, adventurers will be opportune to hike to viewpoints that offer mesmerizing views of the mountains and Rila Lakes.
- Price/Person: $111.65
- Length: Approximately 10 hours
- What’s Included: Food and drinks, free cable car ride, hotel pickup, and drop off.
3 Explore The Valley Of The Thracian Kings And Discover Hidden Treasures
There is no end to the historical adventures one can have in Bulgaria. One just has to explore all they can on their visit to the country, and one more historical adventure to have in this country is an exploration of the Valley of the Thracian Kings. By joining a tour for this experience, travelers will be opportune to visit the Thracian Kings region and learn about some interesting Greek and Roman Ancient history.
- Price/Person: $100.49
- Length: Approximately 10 hours
- What’s Included: Food and drinks, hotel pickup and drop-off, and free admission to all attractions.
2 Enjoy A Private Jeep Safari In The Rila Mountains
The Rila Mountain range is the highest in Bulgaria and a great destination for an outdoor adventure. One unique way to explore this part of the country is by engaging in a private Jeep Safari tour, as it promises adventurers a thrilling ride with breathtaking views of the mountain. While enjoying the views, one will also see Stephen’s Monastery, Evangelous Stone, and some other interesting landmarks in the area.
- Price/Person: $49.74
- Length: Approximately 2 hours
- What’s Included: Lunch and professional driver.
1 Horseback Riding In The Rila Range
Horse Riding is exciting but engaging in this activity in the scenic Rila Mountain Range is what makes it worth experiencing in Bulgaria. On this adventure, visitors will be taken on a scenic trail that passes around Iskar Reservoir and presents elevated views of the surrounding hills and the settlements around Rila Mountain.
- Price/Person: $120.79
- Length: Approximately 6 hours
- What’s Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, food and drinks, and a professional guide.