Bulgaria · WINE TOURS IN SOFIA
The 15 wine tours in Sofia we would actually put on an itinerary, each with its price, its length and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.
Sofia wine and cheese tasting at Tempus Vini. Taste 5 Bulgarian grape varieties with craft cheeses, guided by Kalin. 1 hour, $21.
“Our host was very knowledgeable and it was an interesting way to meet people too and to socialize.”
A 1-hour Bulgarian wine tasting in central Sofia. Try five native grape wines with cheeses and breads, guided in English.
“Great experience, well organized, great and interesting local wines that every wine lover must try, recommended.”
One-hour Sofia wine and cheese tasting at Coupage, featuring 5 Bulgarian local wines, 2 small-producer cheeses, and a chalk-map tour.
“The guide, Alex, was very friendly and made an impressive presentation about the unique types of wine and the vine regions of Bulgaria. However, when there are times anounced at every hour for booking, they should be followed and kept strictly as the guests might have other planned arrangements after that which will be broke. When the guide has to serve other customers of the shop during the time of the presentation, this is not in favour of the people who have already booked and rely on punctuality.”
A 3-hour afternoon walk through Sofia’s top monuments, ending with a traditional restaurant wine tasting and Bulgarian meat bites.
“Maria was excellent. She gave us a very thorough tour and was able to answer all questions we had. As she had lived in Sofia for decades she was able to explain important events and historic sites in great detail. One of the highlights of our trip! Would definitely recommend!”
Sip boutique Bulgarian wines and tapas in central Sofia. Small group tasting with cheeses and meats, plus history of local wine making.
“The tasting was very informative. Table was set beautifully. Selection of wine was very diverse and yummy. Ended up buying quite a few bottles ;) highly recommend the experience even as a solo traveler as I was.”
Sofia city-center Bulgarian wine tasting: five wines plus cheeses and cold cuts in a vintage venue near Serdika metro, English.
“This experience provided a great introduction to Bulgarian wine. Tried five delicious wines and enjoyed local meats and cheeses that paired well with the wines. My host, Yohanna, was very informative and personable. Highly recommend!”
A 2 to 2.5 hour Sofia walking wine tour with three venues, wine samples, and light nibbles, guided by Pavlin in English.
“I had a wonderful time on this experience. We walked to two small and cozy wine bars and one restaurant. Each location was very unique and not a place I would have found on my own. We sampled two wines and had some snacks at each location. Pavlin, the host, is very knowledgeable on Bulgarian wines and provided a great deal of info on the subject. But was also had a great discussion of modern Bulgaria and his personal experiences. I highly recommend this tour!”
Spend a full day from Sofia with a guided walk through Plovdiv Old Town and a 1-hour wine tasting in Thracia Valley at Villa Yustina.
“The tour and wine tasting was great, it would have been so much more fun if it hadn't rained the whole time!! Our guide,Nely, was very knowledgeable and helpful. Always asking what the group would like to spend more time on ...and a needs. I really enjoyed the wine tasting. The winery is very beautiful and the wines amazing. Would recommend this tour to anyone.”
Taste five Bulgarian wines and two cheeses at a Sofia shop in about an hour, with an English guide and restaurant tips.
“The Wine and cheese was great - it was good to be exposed to indigenous wine varieties of Bulgaria and learn the wine growing arenas of the country. However during my visit the presenter did not know I was coming and as a result the presentation was often interrupted by other aspects of running his business.”
From Sofia, visit UNESCO Rila Monastery with a guided tour, then taste five wines at Medi Valley Winery on a full day trip.
“If you're looking for a perfect blend of history, culture, and wine, this day trip to Rila Monastery and Medi Valley Winery is an absolute must! Our guide, Georgi, made the experience truly exceptional with his deep knowledge, professionalism, and warm personality.”
Join a 1-hour Sofia meat and wine tour with prime Bulgarian cold cuts, local wine, and stories from host Rado, near Serdika.
“This was my introduction to sofia, as I had just arrived a few hours prior. Rado was fantastic. He runs a hostel and I met him at his bar area. A very cool spot w some unique artistic decor. The prime cuts and cheese were beyond amazing. The spicy sauce was so good I ended up buying his last bottle from him. He was an amazing host and gave me many enjoyable facts about bulgarian cuisine and some reccomendations on places to try. Highly reccomend this tour and I'm sure any other tours that Rado runs is also A+++!!!!”
Sofia to Rila Monastery UNESCO site, mountain trout lunch, and Kyustendil wine tasting with guide Simeon in a small group.
“Buna ziua Experienta excursiei a fost minunata.Am vizitat locuri cu o încărcătură istorica importantă si am avut parte si de relaxare(prânz si degustare ). O mențiune speciala pentru ghidul nostru SIMEON,care ne-a facut sa ne simțim foarte bine.Foarte bine informat si extrem de amabil.Multumim SIMEON.!”
Plovdiv Old Town and Perushtitsa Red Church, plus Villa Yustina wine tasting, with free Sofia hotel pickup on a small 15-person day trip.
“We had one amazing time visiting Plovdiv, wine tasting @ Villa Yustina and seeing the Red Church at sunset. Our guide Filip and our driver Peter did an excellent job making us feel welcomed and safe. Filip is very knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommended this tour!”
Melnik wine tour from Sofia: Rozhen Monastery photos, Villa Melnik tasting, village lunch time, and wine buying in 9 hours.
“It was a great tour. The guide was great and fulfilled all my wishes and even had a surprise for my birthday. I really enjoyed the tour and can recommend it to others.”
Private 1980s Sofia art, wine, and sourdough in a family home, plus uncensored artwork and Vitosha views. From $53.
“I had the privilege of enjoying a traditional Bulgarian dinner hosted by Joan, and it was truly memorable. Joan’s vast historical knowledge, engaging presentations, and authentic period clothing brought the culture to life and made the evening unique. The meal, prepared by Joan’s mother, was absolutely delicious, showcasing authentic flavors and traditional recipes. The combination of warm hospitality, cultural insights, and exquisite homemade food created an experience I would highly recommend to anyone interested in both cuisine and heritage.”
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