Bulgaria · FOOD & DRINK
Banitsa at dawn, shopska at noon, a slow grill after dark: Bulgaria eats well and charges little for it. These 15 walks, tastings and market mornings are priced, timed and clear about exactly how hungry to arrive.
Taste five rare Bulgarian grape varieties in central Sofia with local cheeses, craft bread, and a personal lesson in Bulgaria’s wine story.
“Very nice wines. Enjoyed the tasting and learning a bit about the history of Bulgarian grapes and wines.”
Tour DiVes Estate Winery near Nessebar for Battle of Aheloy history, six Bulgarian wines, local bites, and Black Sea views.
“This was an amazing experience. Dimitar was so passionate about his wines and deservedly so, they were some of the nicest wines we'd ever tasted especially the rose. It was so interesting to see the machinery and hear about how he strives to improve his business year on year. Dimitar was a very likeable host and easy to get on with, he really made the experience! Couldn't recommend this enough”
Taste Bulgarian specialties, markets, pastries, and tea while exploring Plovdiv with a small-group guide in just three hours.
“We had a fantastic morning, Iliya was a knowledgeable and funny guide who shared so much interesting information about the local culture and history. The variety of food tasted was excellent and we learnt so much about Bulgaria in a fun and relaxing format. Highly recommend this tour, it was excellent value for money and a wonderful way to enjoy our morning. This was family friendly for our 5 year old who tasted so many delicious treats along with us. Thank you, Iliya for making our start to Plovdiv so wonderful!”
Taste Bulgarian dishes, wine, and beer while exploring Sofia’s Roman ruins, landmarks, markets, and communist-era tram culture.
“We had a fantastic day out in Sofia. Peter is very passionate about showing visitors his city, he is knowledgeable about its history and allround a great guy to spend time with. What was originally booked as a 2hr tour turned much longer as we were enjoying hidden litte bars and local beers away from the main tourist attractions and lost track of time.”
Taste Bulgarian wines in UNESCO-listed Nessebar with a private host, local pairings, and an optional gourmet lunch or dinner.
“Me and some friends did the 4 wine tasting, the host was so kind and informative regards the wine and allowed us to really customise the experience to our tastes. Great atmosphere and we ended up ordering a bottle and whiling the hours away. Could not recommend more.”
Taste six boutique Bulgarian wines with local meats and cheeses at a small Sofia wine bar, with history, regional grapes, and a friendly host.
“Very cute and well decorated boutique. The wines were good and the owner took the time to present them and answer our questions. The presentation of wines is a bit monotonic though and could use a bit more livelyness.”
Review of Balchik’s four-hour Black Sea yacht picnic, with coastal views, lunch, drinks, swimming, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“I had a relaxing day on the boat. The crew kept the drinks flowing, and we were able to take a brief swim in the Black Sea. However, given the price, I expected more. They could have provided better commentary about our surroundings, improved lunch and dessert options, and offered snorkeling equipment and life vests to enable someone to stay in the water for a longer duration. These amenities are standard on boat tours I’ve experienced in other countries. Having traveled to over 41 countries, this was the first trip where I felt the service and amenities did not match the price of the cruise..”
Taste Bulgarian specialties while walking Sofia’s flea market, Women’s Market, and Central Market Hall with a local guide.
“It was a great mix of food and a cultural tour. We explored several parts of the city center and our guide was fantastic.”
Taste five Bulgarian wines, local cheeses, and cold cuts in a vintage Sofia venue with stories, music, and an easy city-center meeting point.
“As I was the only person who signed up for the tasting on the day, I was treated to something that almost resembled a Private Tasting. As well as treating me to some some top-quality wines including something that was special and unique, Radoslav (or 'Rado' as he is often known by) shared some great stories about Bulgaria itself, and exactly why the Country has some of the best wines in Europe. If your time in the Country is very limited, then this experience is a MUST!”
Cook three Bulgarian dishes, shop Sofia’s Women’s Market, and share a homemade meal with local guide Mariela in a six-hour private tour.
“Mariela was so generous with her time, experiences, history of Sofia and friendship. Of course the cooking was superb, delicious and left us wanting more.”
Spend a full day from Sofia exploring Plovdiv's Roman sights and Villa Yustina's wines in the Thracia Valley with a local guide.
“This was a great experience. Our tour guide picked us up on time, was very friendly and customer service oriented. She gave us a run down of what to expect. She was very knowledgeable and encouraged questions. The experience itself was outstanding. We enjoyed visiting Plovdiv and the wine tasting was incredible. I highly recommend this experience!”
Taste Bulgarian classics, visit Sofia’s Women’s Market, and explore local restaurants with a private guide on this three-hour food tour.
“Guide was friendly and did a good job explaining how the food was affected by the area’s history. Plenty of food, good pace, and great information. Would have preferred more traditional banitsa but the rest was delicious.”
Taste four homemade Bulgarian desserts, raw honey, medicinal tea, and boza in an elegant Sofia setting near Serdika station.
“Really enjoyable experience! The desserts were amazing and so was the tea. I really recommend this to anyone interested in food.”
Visit Rila Monastery from Sofia, admire Bulgarian Renaissance frescoes, and taste five wines at Medi Valley Winery with private transport.
“My friend and I had a great trip to the Rila Monastery and Wine Tasting. Our guide Victor was excellent and gave us much information about the Monastery that we would have never known had we gone on our own. We had a nice lunch in a cozy restaurant where Victor continued to share personal stories of the Bulgarian history with us, which was all very eye opening. The winery part was good, perhaps a little rushed, but the wine was excellent. I highly recommend this tour for a personalized experience with loads of information. It was a great combination of sightseeing, walking and relaxation.”
Taste four Bulgarian wines with a sommelier and traditional appetizers in Burgas, a compact private experience with one important location detail to confirm.
“The online description specifically states the tasting takes place in Burgas, Bulgaria and there is a lunch or dinner time option. I called to confirm, and Viator confirmed the info. We booked less than a day ahead. The email said the tour is in Nessebar, Bulgaria, 40 kilometers from Burgas and 45 minutes away. Along with a 4 pm start time. I am now disputing the charge as the city and start time are entirely different from the web page.”
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