Bulgaria · GUIDED
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 guided tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Travel from Sofia to Plovdiv in a comfortable air-conditioned van, then choose a two-hour walking tour with guides such as Tuni, Sonia, or Simeon, or explore independently for four hours. See Roman ruins, Revival architecture, hilltop views, and the long pedestrian center before returning to Sofia.
“I liked the knowledgeable guide and perfect communication before and at the end of the tour.”
Travel from Sofia to Plovdiv by comfortable coach, then walk through the Old Town with a live guide such as Maria, Martin, Todor, or Simeon. See the Roman Theatre, Ancient Stadium, fortress walls, Revival houses, and panoramic viewpoints, followed by free time for lunch, Kapana, and shopping.
“The guide was very informative and the trip was well planned.”
Start by Ivan Vazov National Theater and follow a guide through Sofia’s central sights, including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Serdika ruins, St. George Rotunda, and the Presidency. Headphones provide commentary in seven languages, while the live guide keeps you on course and leaves time for photos.
“Toni was a great guide, very informative and knowledgeable. The walk itself was done at a very relaxed pace stopping a 20 locations with the last being the Changing of the Guard at the Residency, Thank You”
Walk central Sofia with Vasil or Vessy, tracing Roman remains, royal landmarks, Communist-era changes, and Bulgaria’s churches. You’ll visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Saint Sofia Basilica, see Saint George Rotunda, pause at a café, and get local food and museum tips. Groups stay small, even with one participant.
“Great tour around Sofia! Guide explained the history of local buildings and Bulgarian culture.”
Join Philip and the Rila Shuttle for a 13-hour self-guided escape from Sofia to the Seven Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery. You’ll get transport, trail advice, maps, and WhatsApp updates, while hiking independently. Bring 25 BGN for the chairlift, food, water, and mountain clothing.
“7 lakes trail was fantastic even if the queue for the chair-lift was interminable and I had to jump it to avoid at least one-hour wait”
Travel from central Sofia to Plovdiv by air-conditioned minibus, then walk the Old Town with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see the Ancient Theatre and Roman Stadium, hear about 8,000 years of history, and get about 90 minutes for lunch, shopping, or Kapana.
“A lot of interesting historical information was shared, great sights. Very knowledgeable tour guide.”
Meet Alex at Coupage Cheese & Wine Shop for five Bulgarian wines made from local grape varieties, two cheeses, and a one-hour guide to the country’s wine regions. You’ll study a chalk map, hear stories about wine and the communist period, and get practical winery and farm tips.
“Alex was very knowledgeable about wine in general, not only Bulgarian. it was a great interesting evening.”
Walk Sofia’s historic center with a live English-speaking guide, often in a group of 10 or fewer. Enter Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Church, and the Rotunda, then follow Roman ruins, royal monuments, communist-era buildings, and Vitosha Boulevard.
“Our guide Peter was excellent! Sofia was such a beautiful city, and our guide didnt waste time giving long history lectures.”
Travel from central Sofia to two UNESCO-listed monuments: Boyana Church, with its remarkable 1259 frescoes, and Rila Monastery in the pine-covered Rila Mountains. A small minibus, six audio-guide languages, and up to seven participants keep the day simple, though only two hours are set aside for Rila.
“Guida e autista molto disponibili e simpatici. Nessun problema, se non il fatto che siamo stati solo 2 ore al monastero di Rila che forse sono un po’ poche per godersi la gita a pieno e senza fretta. Abbiamo avuto delle audio-guide in italiano.”
Walk Sofia’s central sights in about two hours with a live guide who keeps the group moving while you follow recorded commentary in English or six other languages. Expect Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Ancient Serdica, the Russian Church, Banya Bashi Mosque, and more. Headphones and audio equipment are included.
“Obliging tour guides. Eager for you to know about Sofia and then help you get around the city and even get a taxi”
Travel from Sofia to Plovdiv in a small group of up to seven, with free pickup, comfortable minibus transport, and an audio guide in six languages. Walk Plovdiv’s Old Town, Roman Stadium, Amphitheatre, and main street, then enjoy free time for lunch or coffee.
“It's a wonderful experience! Our guide, Maria, told us everything there is to know about this beautiful city. In addition, Maria is teeming with knowledge not only about Plovdiv but also about Sofia and Bulgaria in general. She is a very nice and approachable person and will be happy to answer all questions. We rode with an extremely comfortable car, visited the old town, the main street and ended up having free time for lunch, coffee and other. I definitely recommend if you have extra time in Sofia”
Travel by Mercedes Vito from Varna or nearby resorts to a church, Roman Baths, the Stone Forest, Magic Spring Complex, Devnya’s mosaics, and a local distillery. Guide Filip adds clear historical context before a three-course homemade lunch at Dom Kasata.
“Ich habe gemeinsam mit meiner Mutter an diesem Tagesausflug teilgenommen – wir wurden direkt vom Hotel in Varna abgeholt. Die Tour war sehr abwechslungsreich und gut organisiert. Wir haben eine Stadttour mit Kirchenbesuch gemacht, den beeindruckenden Steinwald besichtigt, eine natürliche Quelle besucht und anschließend bei einer bulgarischen Familie gegessen. Dabei hatten wir überall ausreichend Zeit, um uns alles in Ruhe anzuschauen. Wasser zur Verpflegung war ebenfalls inklusive. Besonders hervorheben möchte ich unseren Reiseleiter Filip: Er hat uns mit vielen spannenden geschichtlichen Informationen durch den Tag begleitet und alles sehr interessant erklärt. Insgesamt war es ein sehr bode...”
Walk Plovdiv with a live English, Italian, or Spanish-speaking guide, visiting the Roman theater, Roman Stadium, Kapana, Old Town, and pedestrian street. Guides such as Bibiana and Sonya bring local stories to the route, which includes cobblestones and steep sections.
“Sonya was a wonderful guide, very friendly , polite and informative. A great tour showing lots of great spots/ areas. Would highly recommend.”
Spend eight hours visiting Sofia’s Boyana Church and Bulgaria’s famous Rila Monastery. Your driver handles the route, while an online audioguide adds context. Expect 45 minutes at Boyana and two hours at Rila, with entrance fees and food extra.
“Very well-organised tour, comfortable air-conditioned minivan, ample time to visit the places, you can visit the Rila Monastery on your own, but the driver, who is a guide as well, offered a little tour. Our guide Constanza was very energetic and joyful. Recommended.”
Travel from Varna-area resorts to UNESCO-listed Nessebar with a German-speaking guide. Walk past ancient gates, Roman baths, wooden houses, and St. Stephen’s Church, then enjoy free time for a drink or shopping. Hotel pickup, return transport, and church admission are included.
“Nous avons adoré notre excursion à Nessebar. Le véhicule était confortable et notre guide Philippe était super super. Nous recommandons fortement ce tour si vous désirez visiter Nessebar à partir de Varna. Merci encore!”
Pick a monastery, a ridge, a cellar or a beach.
