Join an 8.5–10 hour guided group tour to two UNESCO sites – Rila Monastery and Boyana Church. Enjoy a 40-minute tour at Rila Monastery, followed by 2.5 hours of free time for photos, museums, shopping, or lunch. At Boyana Church, admire its stunning 800-year-old frescoes with a brief guided visit.

Note: Women must cover shoulders and knees in the monastery.

Tip: On busy summer weekends, bring lunch from Sofia to save time.

*Boyana Church is closed on Jan 1, Orthodox Easter Sunday, and Dec 24–25. On these dates, the tour visits only Rila Monastery.

This tour offers a perfect mix of cultural heritage, scenic mountain landscapes, and insightful storytelling from your professional English-speaking guide. Transport is provided by a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, and the group size allows for a more personal experience. Ideal for history lovers and nature enthusiasts alike!

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour

Discover two of Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems on this day trip from Sofia. Traveling by minibus, admire rural Bulgaria on route to the Rila Monastery in the pine-carpeted Rila Mountains. Take a guided tour of the medieval treasure with its fresco-coated church, and visit its fascinating museum. Then, after time to explore independently, continue to Boyana Church, near Sofia, to marvel at its spectacular pre-Renaissance frescoes. Entrance fees not included. 

Important: As of November 2024, Boyana Church now does not take reservations in advance, so we can not guarantee all visits. If entry is unavailable on your booked day, you will be able to visit St. Ivan's Cave at Rila Monastery as an alternative.


From Sofia: Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Day Tour

Escape Room Attraction, consisting of two separate games - the TNT Bank Robbery Game - a classical second generation escape room with a duration of 60 minutes and the Atlantis Real-Life Quest Adventure - a new generation escape game combining escape room elements with adventure quest. 

Sofia Escape Room - Teorema Rooms

Find out what it was like on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain by joining our Communist tour. A 45-year-long period compressed in about 3 hours, including the factors that led to it, its aftermath and how it affects present-day Bulgaria. The main goal is to present this controversial period of Bulgarian history in an objective and informative way. 

Topics include World War 2, education, healthcare, industry, housing, economics, and culture.

Communist Walking Tour of Sofia

Let yourself be guided by curiosity.
Uncover a different side of Sofia at the Museum of Illusions — a playful and thought-provoking space where science, art, and perception collide. Step into rooms that challenge your senses and make you see the world in a whole new way.
- Mind-twisting exhibits for all ages.
- Hands-on fun that blends education and entertainment.
- Plenty of must-share photo opportunities.
- Our friendly staff is always ready to guide and inspire.
- Instant mobile booking for smooth, hassle-free entry.

Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia

During your personal tasting experience I will guide you through the distinctive world of Bulgarian wines. Although Bulgaria has been producing wine for 5000 years it is still relatively unknown to the rest of the world. Now a rising new generation of Bulgarian boutique winemakers are devoted to the craft and bringing new attention to our country. 

You will taste 5 wine varieties of local grapes unique to Bulgaria, that can not be found anywhere else: Miskets, Melnik, Mavrud, Gumza and Rubin. Plus, local cheeses, artisanal bread and mineral water. 
The tasting is held in one of the best boutique wine shops in Sofia – Tempus Vini, which is located on an artsy street in the city center, known for its fine restaurants and boutiques. And just a few streets away from Sofia’s main pedestrian boulevard. 

During the tasting I can tell you about the wine regions of Bulgaria including the history and the wine culture of my beautiful country. 

All tastings are held in English or Bulgarian

Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia

Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a day tour to Skopje from Sofia, and tick off another Balkan capital in just 1 day. Enjoy the company of 2 professional guides - one from Bulgaria and one local from Macedonian. Travel the distance with ease via modern vehicle, and discover landmarks including the Skopje Fortress, Memorial House of Mother Teresa, and Old Bazaar, with insights provided by your guides. During this day tour you will have the chance to visit one of the most bizarre cities on the Balkan Peninsula. Skopje is a mixture of authentic monuments from the Ottoman period, and new neo-classical buildings, complete with ornate columns and rooftop figures of nymphs. After the reconstruction of the new center has been done, as per the “Skopje 2014” project, the city became one of the popular destinations in Eastern Europe.

Day tour to Skopje, North Macedonia - Small Group

Want to explore Sofia's main landmarks in just 2 hours? Then this walking tour is for you! You will get to see 20 of the city's most famous spots, learn about Sofia's and Bulgaria's history in a fun and interactive way, and learn more about local habits and traditions. All this while being accompanied by an enthusiastic professional local guide. 

We meet right in front of Sofia's most famous building - the St Alexander Nevski Cathedral, which you will also be able to enter as part of the tour. 
 

Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour

This is the only pub crawl in Sofia that runs every single night and people from all over the world can meet and talk to each other, while having fun visiting 5 different and unique nightlife venues in Sofia. During the week we go to the more hidden places, where you will learn the history to some of the bars. During the weekend we visit some bigger places where you can have some fun and dance. 

Socialites can escape the beaten path, make new friends, and discover a new side of Sofia on this pub crawl that focuses on the city’s hidden bars. Exploring the nightlife of Sofia at a civilised pace, with no drinking games or rowdiness, learn about Bulgarian history as you discover four bars and finally a club. Tour includes free drinks and free entry to the club.


Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars

Enjoy a Memorable Day Trip to Plovdiv – Europe’s Oldest Living City!
Join us for an unforgettable journey to Plovdiv, the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in Europe. Nestled among picturesque hills, this vibrant city offers a rich blend of history, culture, and charm.

Stroll along the longest pedestrian street in Europe, explore the beautifully preserved Revival-era Old Town, and marvel at the impressive Roman Theater. Your local guide will bring the city’s fascinating history to life during a 2-hour guided tour, followed by 2 hours of free time to discover Plovdiv at your own pace.

Total tour duration: 8.5 to 10 hours.
A perfect day trip filled with culture, sights, and unforgettable experiences!

Plovdiv - Group Day Trip from Sofia

This self-guided, shared shuttle tour will take you to both the 7 Rila Lakes area in the morning and then in the afternoon to the UNESCO Rila Monastery in the Rila National park - Bulgaria's most famous natural and cultural sites. In the morning the shuttle bus tour bus will take you to the start of the hiking routes ar the Rila Lakes area and base station of the chair lift from where you can take the chair-lift up in the mountain. You have more than 5 hours for your self-guided tour of the Rila Lakes area. After that in the afternoon the shared shuttle will take you to the Rila Monastery - Bulgaria's most visited cultural and historical site. You have more than 1 hour to explore the monastery site on your own.

Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia

Travel hassle-free from Sofia to Plovdiv and back in the comfort of a modern and air-conditioned minibus. Plovdiv is one of the oldest towns in the world. More ancient than Rome! With a guide explore and experience its millennia of epic history, monumental attractions, unique Bulgaria culture and way of life. Your English-speaking guide will take you to the most interesting sites and pinpoint fascinating details missed by the general public. You will have free time to stroll on your own along the longest pedestrian street in Europe and sample local food and drinks. 

Plovdiv Full Day Tour from Sofia

Enjoy a guided combo tour to two of the most fascinating towns in Bulgaria. These are Plovdiv - the European Capital of Culture 2019 and Koprivshtitsa - a picturesque town with an epic history and a striking architecture. Explore all major attractions in the old town of Plovdiv with a professiona English-speaking guide and admire the marvelous heritage left by Thracians, Romans, Byzantines, Jews, Greeks, Armenians and Bulgarians. The route between Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa crosses rose valleys, charming villages and the gentle hills of Sredna Gora Mountain. Koprivshtitsa is unforgettable with its spectacular Bulgarian Renaissance mansions and filled with battles chronicles. Despite the long and intensive itinerary, there is free time planned for shopping, self-guided wandering and eating. 


Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa Full-Day Trip 

During this day tour you will have the chance to visit one of the oldest Bulgarian cities, which has flourished continuously throughout history, as well as two of the must-see Bulgarian natural wonders.

Tour to Lovech, Devetaki cave & Krushuna waterfalls

During this day tour, you will be able to visit one of the must-see places in Bulgaria, not surprisingly elected European Capital of Culture for 2019, as well as two of the highlights in the region - Asen's fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

Small group tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

With this guided tour you will have the chance to see and get to know the history behind Sofia`s historical landmarks located in the center. The capital of Bulgaria has preserved heritage from different cultures and epochs- Roman, Early Christian. Ottoman, Bulgarian, Soviet. You will walk by all of the important buildings while your guide is telling you their stories. You will also enter for free the three most iconic places in Sofia- Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica and Saint George Rotunda. 

This tour is done as a private tour without an additional charge if there is only one reservation for a given date and time which most often is the case.

Guided Walking Tour of Sofia 

In this 2h walking tour, you will have the chance to get a deeper understanding over local history, traditions, and habits. Pass by the must-see city landmarks and hear interesting stories related to their past and present use, famous people they are related to, and much more.

Private city walking tour of Sofia

IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. So please make sure you have appropriate clothes.

Often called the 8th wonder of the world, the Seven Rila lakes are legendary for their beauty and awesomeness. They are one of the most visited natural sites of Bulgaria. We combine them with a visit to the Rila Monastery. The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria.

The tour starts at 08:00 and finishes around 19:00.
The driver will pick you up, will take you to the Monastery and will show you around. After that he will take you to the lift to the 7 Rila Lakes, you will be able to go up to the lakes, the driver will stay down and wait for you there. When you come back, he will pick you from the lift and bring you back to Sofia.

7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour

If you want to understand better the Balkans with all its complexity, rich history and colorful mixture of different cultures and habits, we recommend you to visit Nis with us.  During this day tour you will travel through history with the professional lead of your guide. Our journey through time will start from the Roman period, when Nis gave to the world one great man – The Roman Emperor Constantine the Great. Then we will continue through the Middle Ages and the period of Ottoman rule which left constructions like the Nis Fortress and the Skull Tower – a symbol of the struggle for freedom and independence from the Ottomans. In the end we will pay attention to the Modern history and the period of Nazi occupation of former Yugoslavia, visiting the Nazi Concentration Camp. Of course after all the impressions that you get, it will be time for some rest. You will have the chance to taste the famous Serbian cuisine - one of the most delicious on the Balkans.

Day Tour to Nis, Serbia - Small group

The Sofia City Tour is a great possibility to discover its rich history and to get acquainted with its present.

The city of Sofia offers beautiful buildings, Roman remains, old churches, extremely interesting archaeological complexes and of course thousands of bars and restaurants where you can taste traditional Bulgarian dishes.

Sofia Walking Private City Tour

A whole-day guided trek to the Rila Mountains with its top best locations - the Rila Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the 7 Rila Lakes. Experience the two most visited tourist sights in Bulgaria in just one day. Combine great hiking with a full of history visit to the biggest and most important cloister in the country.

The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery

Visit Rila Monastery and Boyana church, UNESCO World Heritage sites. Relive history as your guide's commentary takes you back into time. This is a Private Tour so you will not be combined with other people besides those in your reservation- there will be a private car and a private driver- guide just for you! And you will be able to stop for pictures, shops and other things whenever you want! Enjoy a full-day tour out in the mountains with a convenient hotel pick up and drop off.

*Women should have thier knees and shoulders covered on the monastery.
*The Boyana church is closed on the 1st of January, on the Sunday of the Orthodox Easter, on the 24th of December, 25th of December and the 31st of December - and on such days the tour is done only to the Rila Monastery. 

Most times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with cng engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help fighting the air polution. 

Private Day Trip to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery

Spend a day exploring the 7 Rila Lakes on this group hiking tour from Sofia. Accompanied by expert mountain guides, travel from the Bulgarian capital Sofia, to the Rila Mountains - Bulgaria's highest range. Be wowed by sweeping mountain panoramas during a 30-minute chairlift ride, and then set off on foot to explore the lakes. Enjoy personalized attention from our professional mountain guides (if you have selected the guided option). Depending on the group's tempo, all lakes may be visited. 
IMPORTANT: 
This tour has variations which depend on the season and whether the lift is operating or not. Please read carefully the description of the option that you are selecting. When the lift is closed for maintenance, the hiking tour is prolonged with 2 hours and the difficulty is high, requiring a good fitness level! During the winter and springtime, the lakes are NOT visible and will NOT be experienced as they are covered in snow. 


The Seven Rila Lakes Day Tour From Sofia

Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel in Bulgaria. Nis is the third largest city in Serbia and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, one of the most important emperors in the Roman history. Explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia, while having delicious authentic Serbian roshtil (grill) either in a traditional restaurant where you can pay with a card (plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available) or try the Serbian street food.

Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia

We are the only company that offers this unique combination of tour to Rila Monastery and Plovdiv in just one day. Visit the two most visited locations in one day with this amazing tour. The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila is the largest and most famous monastery in Bulgaria. Plovdiv’s history spans 8,000 years, it’s the second biggest city in Bulgaria.

IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. Please have appropriate clothes.

We won't have time for a restaurant meal, just packed lunch or fast food.

Approximate schedule, it can be plus/minus 30 minutes at those stops depending on the day and the traffic:

08:30 Meet and leave Sofia

11:00 Joining the Free Plovdiv Tour (this is a donation based tour, and the tip for the guide is not included in the price of the tour)

13:30 Little time for packed or fast food lunch

14:00 We leave Plovdiv

16:45 We explore the Rila Monastery

18:00 We leave for Sofia

19:30 We arrive back in Sofia

Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day

New to Sofia? Want to see what the nightlife has to offer? Sofia Party Pub Crawl has been the hottest partying destination in town for over 6 years now. We'll take you to some of the best bars & clubs the city has to offer & party all the way through. You'll get to meet travellers from all over world, play the coolest drinking games you've never heard of, and overall have an unforgettable night!

What it includes:
• a tour of 4 of Sofia's top bars + a club at the end
• a free round of shots at every place
️• free entrance to the club
• free access-&-discount card to all the fun activities in Sofia
• your very own fun guide
• group drinking games

Sofia Party Pub Crawl - Party Tour of Sofia's Best Bars & Clubs

Feel the power of mother nature and explore this million years history just in one day! Belogradchik rocks are natural phenomenon located in the Northwestern part of Bulgaria. For millions of years the nature has molded interesting forms from the rocks which are connected with many legends. We will see the Madonna, the Eagle, the Schoolgirl, Pinocchio and many more, depends on your imagination! Among the rocks we will visit the Belogradchick fortress which was built during the Roman Empire.
If you can handle more adventures we will make an easy 45 minutes downhill hike around the rocks (OPTIONAL)


Full-Day Belogradchik Rocks and Belogradchik Fortress from Sofia

Rila monastery shuttle will take you to Bulgaria's most important and visited historical site and even more - two UNESCO places, amongst with Boyana church. 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, surrounded by the indescribable beauty of Rila mountain. V travel team will represent to you all the secrets of this place. In the afternoon we will visit Boyana church, where murals from 13th century will show you the majesty of the Bulgarian medieval country.

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Shuttle Tour

Explore the Seven Rila Lakes, the jewel of the Rila Mountains National Park and admire breathtaking alpine scenery! Escape the summer heat in Sofia and enjoy the refreshing mountain climate of the highest mountain of the Balkans! Come join us for a pleasant, easy to moderate walk and relax deeply at the end of the day in thermal pools fed by hot spring waters! All this within a day tour from Sofia!

Full-day Rila Mountains, Seven Lakes Hike, and Hot Springs Tour from Sofia

During the tour you will have the pleasure to explore our very unique parks in the downtown and enjoys lots of nature and beautiful sceneries! This will make your time memorable and you will experience Sofia in a different way :)!

Adventure bike tours in Sofia

The guide will meet you near the National Theater Ivan Vazov. You will visit more than 20 attractions and cultural monuments of Sofia. For convenience and good audibility of the excursion, you will be given audio guides and headphones. You will move comfortably, enter the temples, take photographs, and all this will allow you not to stand next to the guide.
The tour will end at the Presidency, where you will be able to video and film the changing of the presidential guard.
With us you will see the sights of Sofia freely, in your own language, and at your own pace!

Guided Walking Tour of Sofia

See the best of Bulgaria in 1 day. This self-guided, shared shuttle tour will take you to both the UNESCO Rila Monastery in the Rila National park in the morning and then in the afternoon to the city of Plovdiv - the cultural capital of Bulgaria. In the morning the shuttle bus will take you to the Rila Monastery where you have more than 1 hour to explore the site at your own pace. The complex is compact in size so the time allows to see the most important parts of it. After that in the afternoon the shared shuttle will take you on a 3.5 hours journey through the scenic mountains of Bulgaria to the city of Plovdiv - one of Bulgaria's most visited cultural and historical sites. You have more than 4.5 hours to explore the historical city center on your own. Driver will provide you with a tourist map and tips for what to see.

From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Day Trip

The beauty of the Bulgarian nature has many faces. The country’s nature is diverse and offers wide range of adventure options with its magnificent mountains, scenic landscapes and beautiful coastlines, but much of the breathtaking sites are hidden in a fantastic underworld.

During this cave tour we will explore 3 of the most popular and interesting underground pearls of Bulgaria - Saeva dupka, Prohodna cave (known also as The Eyes of God) and Devetashka cave.

3 Caves tour - Saeva dupka , Eyes of God cave & Devetashka Cave

"Discover Bulgaria with dance" is the only workshop in Sofia that gives tourist the opportunity to explore the culture of Bulgaria with the art of dance. You will have the chance to learn a folklore dance and taste a traditional meal. At the same time our instructors will give you interesting trivial information and insights on the customs of the region. To top it off, you will take a photo in a traditional dance costume(garb). 

Discover Bulgaria with Dance in Sofia, Bulgaria

The history of Skopje starts with the settlements of the Thracians and the establishing the fortress of Scupi. The town was part of the Roman, Byzanatine, Bulgarian and for short notice, of the Serbian countries. The Ottomans will conquer the city in 1392. They will change the name to Uskub and the place will convert into unique of its kind town, which will be called home from numerous Ottomans, Bulgarians and Albanians. In 1912, the city will be liberated from the Ottomans during the First Balkan war and eventually become a part of the Serbian country. During the two world wars will be eventually given to the Bulgarian country, before in the end to became part and a capital of the Macedonian Federation in the Yugoslavian socialistic republic. The city will start growing rapidly in economic and industrial way. Unfortunately a huge earthquake in 1963 has destroyed a huge part of the town, leaving more than 100 000 people without homes.

Skopje North Macedonia Day Tour from Sofia

The tour is approximately 2 hours long and features an iconic classic car called a Trabant. The object of the tour is to take you back in time and make you feel what life was like for people living in Bulgaria during the communist era. Our focus is not to put you to sleep with statistics but rather show you what kind of challenges people had to deal with both during and after the communist times.

Sofia Communist History 2-Hour Tour in a Classic Trabant

During the 5-6 hours trip, you will see really amazing places and landmarks, starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by car/van to the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto ("The Hoof"), situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the TOP :)! Next stop will be the popular UNESCO heritage - about 900 years old - Boyana Church. After the visit we go to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant. When we finish our lunch (not included) we will go to another amazing place in the nature - Pancharevo lake and the hot spring mineral pools there :)! Regardless of the weather you will have the pleasure to dip yourself in the hot mineral waters in a outdoor swimming pool with a magnificent view of the lake :)! We will spend 1-2 hours there and then we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia - St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral :)!

Half Day Tour around Sofia and the mountains with Thermal Spa

Take a break from the town and enjoy a great group day trip to the nature of the Seven Rila Lakes. Feel the fresh air and hike in a breathtaking mountain atmosphere. 

Tour schedule:
Departure
Travel time to the chair lift: 1.5 – 2 hours
Ride with the chair lift: 30 minutes
Time for hiking: 5 hours 
Ride with the chair lift: 30 minutes
Travel time back to Sofia: 1.5 – 2 hours


Seven Rila Lakes - Full Day Hiking Trip in the Rila Mountain

Discover two of Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems on this day self-guided day tour from Sofia. Traveling by minivan, admire rural Bulgaria en route to the Rila Monastery in the pine-carpeted Rila Mountains. Take a self-guided tour of the medieval treasure with its fresco-coated church, and visit its fascinating museum. Then, after time to explore independently, continue to Boyana Church, near Sofia, to marvel at its spectacular pre-Renaissance frescoes.
This tour is with an English-speaking driver only.

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Self-Guided Day Trip from Sofia

Panoramic tour of Sofia by a car and a rich dinner with typical starters, meals, deserts and folklore program in traditional Bulgarian restaurant during this shared experience.

Sofia by Night Panoramic Tour with Dinner and Folklore Show

Dramatic landscapes and breathtaking alpine sceneries, centuries old pine forests and rugged mountain peaks make the Seven Rila Lakes cirque one of the most beautiful areas in the Rila Mountains National Park. Enjoy a gentle snowshoe walk in the picturesque Seven Rila Lakes area followed by relaxation in the thermal water pools of Sapareva Banya spa resort, fed by one of the hottest springs in Europe. All this within a day tour from Sofia!

Seven Rila Lakes Snowshoe Hike and Thermal Baths Full-Day Tour from Sofia

Hike through the beautiful Vitosha Mountain; visit to the Boyana lake and Boyana waterfall.This walking tour is for the admirers of wild nature and crystal-clear air. This shared experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Mt. Vitosha and Boyana Waterfall Hiking Tour from Sofia

Plovdiv and Asen's fortress tour is excellent way to see in one day Bulgaria's second largest city and Medieval fortress. Plovdiv was one of the two European Capitals of Culture in 2019 and it is more beautiful than ever in its 5,000 years of history.

Full-Day Plovdiv and Asen’s Fortress Tour from Sofia

Check off Sofia’s key landmarks in minimum time on this comprehensive private city tour lead by a private local guide. Exploring with your private guide, see Cathedral Saint Alexander Nevski, Saint Sofia Church, the Banya Bashi Mosque, Borisova Gradina gardens, the National Art Gallery, and so much more. Tour includes hotel pick up and drop off but excludes any entrance fees.

Private City Tour of Sofia

By this day trip, you will visit two of the most important sites of Northern Macedonia – its Capital Skopje, and one of the breathtaking natural wonders – Matka Canyon. 
While exploring the old part of Skopje with its authentic sites, we will dive into the past and get to know the modern understanding of the history that the Macedonians have while walking in the new part of the city, rebuilt during the “Skopje 2014” project. In the end, we will take a break from all the history and new facts and rest our minds in the heavenly nature of Matka Canyon.


Day trip to Skopje and Matka Canyon from Sofia

The healing powers of Bulgaria's mineral springs, close to the only Gaiser on the Balkans within a day from Sofia and water heated by the Earth's core, popping out to 103 above ground. Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria.


Rila Monastery & Thermae Full-Day Tour from Sofia 

Visit the Bulgarian town of Belogradchik on this guided, full-day, minibus tour from Sofia. Just 180 kilometers north of Sofia, nature has sculpted the amazing Belogradchik rocks, a group of strange shaped sandstone and conglomerate rock formations. The view from the old fortress of the fascinating formations is breathtaking. Use some imagination and visions of 'the Rabbit,' 'Adam and Eve,' 'the Ice-Age Squirrel,' 'the Rebel' and many more can be seen. On the way back to Sofia, visit a beautiful cave called Venetsa (aka the Wreath). 
Important information: Due to landslide Venetsa cave will be closed till March. In exchange Magurata cave will be visited.

Belogradchik Full-day Tour from Sofia

During this day tour you will have the chance to learn more about the mysterious Thracians, best known for the mythical hero Orpheus (ancient musician and thinker), Spartacus (Roman slave and gladiator, and leader of the famous slave revolt), as well as for the oldest golden treasure in the world. We will visit 5 of the masterpieces of the Thracian burial architecture, one of which UNESCO site, as well as the History Museum in Kazanlak. During our day of Thracian heritage exploration, we will have the chance to admire the picturesque landscape, which obviously was highly valued by the Thracians as well. 

Valley of the Thracian Kings, Hidden Treasures

On this small-group tour, you'll taste your way through the city with 5 authentic Sofia food stops off the beaten path: from flaky banitsa and grilled cheese on a tile, to peppers stuffed the old way, slow-cooked lamb, and a surprise dessert. Each stop reveals a piece of local life, history, and flavor — all guided by a passionate local host. Taste authentic Bulgarian specialties at multiple stops while traveling on Sofia’s historic public tram with a city card for the day! Please note: the tasting menu is optional and may be adjusted according to availability or seasonal ingredients


Sofia Food & Tasting Tour with Communist-Era Tram Ride

Direct shared or private (depending on selected option) shuttle transfer from Sofia Airport to Bansko resort. We connect all flights landing at Sofia Airport. Bansko shuttle offers efficient transfers for more than 10 years with the largest vehicle fleet and team. We serve more than 10 000 customers each year. 

Bansko Shuttle: Transfer from/to Sofia Airport

The tour starts from your hotel. The first stop will be Boyana Church, which is situated in Sofia. Afterwards, head towards the Zemen Monastery, were you will arrive after approximately one hour and a half drive. After enjoying Zemen Monastery, you will continue towards Osogovo Monastery in Macedonia. After approximately two hours transfer you reach your destination. You will have the chance to enjoy the Holy Cloister and have a traditional lunch in the nearby restaurant. Transfer to Sofia- the tour ends at your hotel.

Bulgaria and Macedonia Full-Day Tour from Sofia

Discover the highlights of Sofia with this great 2-hours city tour! Learn about the rich history of the town and its famous sites, as well as interesting facts such as: why Alexander Nevsky Cathedral was built, why the town was associated with the Roman emperor Constantine the Great, who and why invented the Cyrillic alphabet, where was situated the mausoleum of the first Bulgarian communist dictator, what happened to the last Bulgarian royal family, and many more! 

Sofia Small Group City Tour

Hassle-free transfer from the Sofia airport to your hotel. Book your transfer in advance and enjoy an impeccable service. No taxis, no stress, no unexpected payments.

With our transfer service your arrival in Sofia will be smooth and pleasant. We will wait for you at the Arrivals hall and will transfer you to any part of Sofia. You can use our service for your transfer upon departure from your hotel / address to the Sofia airport or for other logistic needs in Sofia and entire Bulgaria including sightseeing tours and travel service.

We also provide transfers to Bansko, Borovets, Pamporovo, Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, Varna, Burgas, the Black sea coast and any other point of Bulgaria or on the Balkans (Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Albania, Croatia, Slovenia, Bosna and Herzegovina , Kosovo).

Transfer from the Sofia airport to your hotel in Sofia OR vice versa

IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. So please make sure you have appropriate clothes.

The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. It is situated in the Rila Mountains. The monastery is named after its founder, the hermit Ivan of Rila (876 – 946 AD). Founded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments and is a key tourist attraction for both Bulgaria and Southern Europe. If you want to be among the lucky ones who have visited this amazing site, join our tours and let’s have a great time together!

Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour

Teteven Balkan – one of the most beautiful parts of the Balkan Mountains – is situated very close to Sofia, it takes only an hour drive. Hidden forest paths lead to high ridges with spacious views – up there, where it’s easy to take a deep breath and where the eyes cannot get enough. But the pleasure is even greater when you enjoy this lovely nature riding on a horse back! 
Highlights:
Glozhen Monastery
Itinerary:
We arrive at the village of Golyam Izvor. We meet the horses and get brief instructions. We saddle the horses and head along forest paths to the Ridge of Lisets Mountain, from where a splendid panorama view to Teteven Balkan is revealed. Riding through a century-old beech forest we approach Glozhen Monastery. Its impressive silhouette perched on an inaccessible rock is one of the most impressive sights in Bulgaria. After a short walk inside we return to Golyam Izvor. Drive back to Sofia. 
Riding: 4-5 hours
Note: This tour is suitable both for beginners and experienced riders.

Balkan Horse Riding - Glozhene Monastery Ride

You will have a chance to visit Boyana church and National Historical museum, Pancharevo lake near Sofia and the main sights in Sofia city center.

Sofia full day tour

In this one day tour, you will have the chance to get acquainted with the communist period (socialistic period) in Bulgaria. The socialistic republic of Bulgaria existed from 1946 until 1989. This is one of the most controversial parts of modern history. But one thing is for sure - like any other political system, communism (socialism) bequeathed us both things that we would like to forget and others that we can admire.

Buzludzha Monument and the Museum of Socialist Art

Join us for a unique experience of a professional magic show in English!

Witness the impossible, brought to life by our incredible artists.
From mind-blowing sleight of hand to astonishing mind-reading, our magicians have something extraordinary in store for everyone. 

While the magic unfolds, enjoy handcrafted cocktails created by MagicBar’s very own Alchemist. 

You will get to enjoy close-up magic like few have had the chance to experience - in a cozy, intimate setting, where the performer is close and with encouraged participation from the audience members.

This isn’t a grand stage illusion, this is magic that happens right in front of you!

Whether it's the jaw-dropping illusions or the enchanting drinks, we have something to delight every guest. 

Magic Shows in English at Sofia

Very unique experience to see Sofia from the top! You will see places you won't be able to see on your own. During the 2,5 hours trip you will first explore the main attraction in Sofia - the Alexander Nevski cathedral - our meeting point! Right after we'll go with a luxury SUV to the heart of Vitosha mountain and we'll bring you to the amazing Golden Bridges - a unique rock formation so called the stone river of Vitosha! Our next stop will be the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto "The Hoof", situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the top! The next destination will be the best skybar in Sofia - Ozone - situated on the 29th floor with a spectacular 360 panoramic view of the city! You will have the pleasure to enjoy a cocktail/drink (not included) overseeing the city from the top. At the end we'll bring you back to the starting point.

Sofia from the Top and Alexander Nevski Catherdral

Explore the picturesque Bulgarian countryside, visiting three famous Bulgarian attractions within a day tour from Sofia! Spend the morning in the Rila Monastery, one of the country’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, a "must see" for anyone visiting Bulgaria. Discover the centuries old forests of the Rila Mountains on a scenic walk to the cave of St. Ivan Rilski (St. John of Rila), where the founder of the monastery lived as an anchorite and explore the amazing rock formations of the Stob’s Pyramids nature phenomenon. Escape the Sofia crowds for a memorable full-day trip led by an expert!

Full-day Rila Monastery, Stob Pyramids and St Ivan Rilski Cave from Sofia

Private transfer from Sofia airport Terminal 1 and 2 to hotels in Sofia for 1-3 people, up to 4 people, up to 6 people and up to 8 people. Please, choose the correct option.

Private Premium One-way Transfer Sofia Airport to Hotel or back

This is the only guided tour in Sofia that shows you the Ladies market. You will also visit the flea market in front of the Alexander Nevski Cathedral and the central covered market called Hali. Enjoy tastings and a full lunch.

This is a walking tour, so please wear good and comfortable shoes. Your professional guide will be your friend in Sofia and show you a side of the city which is off the beaten path. In every food venue there will be a tasting included.

Market Food Tour

The tour is designed for travelers who want to experience Sofia from a different perspective, as well as for those who have just arrived and can't waitto start exploring.

Riding e-scooters is a fun and easy way to get around the city. In less than three hours, you’ll explore areas that would normally take a whole day on foot. Your English-speaking local guide will introduce you to the history, parks and lifestyle of Bulgaria’s capital. The route mostly follows bike lanes and streets with light traffic.

The tour concept is: small groups, 50% sightseeing and 50% riding. The e-scooters' top speed is 20 km/h (13 mph). In some areas, the speed limit is 5 km/h (3 mph). The maximum load is 100 kg (220 lbs). A driving license is not required, but if you can't ride a bike, you can't ride an e-scooter. We'll start the ride with a brief but clear safety introduction. Helmets and reflective vests will be provided for everyone.

Sofia on an Electric Scooter - Guided Tour

You will be еxperience hiking in to the Rila National park to see the crystal pure lakes.
Our trekking starts at 1800 m. altitude and ends at 2535 m. at the Tear lake - from here you can admire all 7 lakes! 

Perched high in the vicinity – from 2535 to 2095 m, they cascade down and flow into each other. The sun shines and plays in their blue, crystal-clear waters, but in the shadows of the cirques, the snow remains all year round.

3.30 pm arriving at the complex “Kotva” , the biggest SPA place in the town with a great view to the mountain. . 
After the hiking, we will immerse in the warmest mineral spring to relax the body. See the only natural geyser in Bulgaria.

The last natural beauty we will see after, a short walk is the highest waterfall in the region - Goritsa waterfall 

5.00 pm departing for Sofia. 

Bring with you:
- towel
- flip-flops
- swimsuit

Additional info:

• A moderate walking is involved
• Duration: 8-9 hours
• Prepaer snacks food and water 

Seven Rila lakes - guided day hiking with Waterfall and SPA

You have the chance to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites in one day- Boyana church and Rila Monastery. 

Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour

Enjoy a great private day trip to the beautiful town of Plovdiv - the oldest existing settlement in Europe - learn its rich history and discover the amazing architecture.

Most times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with CNG engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help combat the air pollution. 

Private Day Trip to Plovdiv from Sofia

We'll welcome you with positive vibes, stylish music and a smile in a very authentic and aristocratic atmosphere :)! Our place is very unique and you will have the pleasure to enjoy it with some very fine selection of Bulgarian wines, cold cuts and cheese :)!

You will get 5 glasses of specially selected Bulgarian wines
Special cold cuts and cheese will be also available :)

Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting

Taste Bulgarian wines from boutique wineries along with typical Bulgarian meats and cheeses in the heart of Sofia. In a quiet artistic street among chill atmosphere you will learn more about the history of wine making in Bulgaria. You will explore the taste of the local grapes along with different local meats and cheeses. As it is very difficult to find Bulgarian wines outside our country you will have one truly unique experience nevertheless if you are wine enthusiast or have deeper knowledge of wine.

Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting 

Our service offers transportation from Sofia to Plovdiv with new and well maintained vehicles. Comfort and punctuality are our priorities. All of our drivers are kind and English speaking. 

Transfer Sofia Airport/city to Plovdiv with a sedan 3+1

Situated deep in the dense pine forests of Rila Mountain, Rila Monastery is the biggest and most important Orthodox cloister in Bulgaria.It is an outstanding example of the Bulgarian cultural and historical heritage, in which architecture and painting merge harmoniously. The site is part of the UNESCO World Heritage list. Rila Monastery was founded in the 10th century by St Ivan Rilski, a hermit canonized by the Orthodox Church. His ascetic dwelling and tomb became a holy place and later on, a monastic complex was formed. It played an important role in the spiritual and social life of medieval Bulgaria. 

After the guided visit to the Monastery complex and lunch, we will head back to Sofia. On the way, we will stop at the second UNESCO site for the day Boyana church. Small but unique with the most preserved frescoes from 1259 in this part of Europe. The tour will end with drop-off at your hotel/accommodation.

Small Group Tour to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church

Explore the 8000-year history of Plovdiv with ruins from the Roman times, beautiful Revival architecture and cozy restaurants in Kapana district. 

Enjoy breathtaking views from Asen’s Fortress, perched on top of a hill in the beautiful Rhodope Mountains.

Visit the second largest monastery in Bulgaria and see the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary.

Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.

Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup

The wine has always been a part of the Bulgarian culture and history, and Sofia is home to some of the country’s most vibrant wine bars and craft wine shops. Sofia Wine Walk organizes wine related walking tours and tastings in Sofia. The tours specialize in small, boutique Bulgarian wineries that produce limited editions of wines. If you are looking to expand your knowledge about Bulgarian wine and experience something different, Sofia Wine Walk offers an opportunity to explore Sofia’s inspiring wine scene.

On this tour, you will visit a range of unique venues chosen for their excellent wine selections and contribution to Bulgaria’s wide variety, and listen to their fascinating stories. I also can introduce you to Sofia and Bulgaria’s history, culture and traditions so you can learn as you walk.

The duration of the tour is 2-2.5 hours. The minimum number of people per tour is 2, and the maximum is 10. The tour is in English.

Sofia Wine Walk

This is great experience for active people with culinary taste. Learn more about the fungi and flora in Bulgaria, most of them also used by the traditional eastern medicine for centuries for a treatment. It is a truly fascinating and cannot be described with words, it must be seen. Treat yourself on this gourmet tour in the wild nature - quiet, peaceful and delightful. A fantastic day - the highlight of your holiday. 
Why to join this unique experience:
*professional service
*personal approach
*attention to the details


Culinary Adventure To The Fungi And Botanical Kingdom Of Bulgaria

Explore the historical heart of Sofia by foot on a 2-4-hour private tour, learning about the city’s ancient, medieval, and modern history from a private guide. As you walk, take in Sofia’s mix of architecture, and stop to visit the 4th-century St. George Rotunda Church and gold-domed Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Plus, see other sights such as the statue of the ‘King Liberator,’ Banya Bashi Mosque, and more.

Choose between a privately-guided and a self-guided option for your flexibility.

The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour

Join us on a small-group guided trip to one of the most iconic communist monuments from the past in Eastern Europe. The UFO-like abandoned building is located on top of Buzludzha Peak in the Central Balkan Mountains. Today, an empty structure stripped of its initial purposes, it has gained many admirers and popularity around the world, and is considered a remarkable representation of this part of history. We will make a short stop at the wonderful Ethnographic Complex of Damascen, where you can learn more about the production of the famous Bulgarian rose oil. Last, enjoy the beautiful Shipka memorial church and the scenic sub-Balkan way on the way back to Sofia!


Buzludzha Monument and The Rose Valley Day Tour From Sofia 13 hrs

The highest peak in Vitosha Mountains – at its foot lies the city of Sofia – is easily accessible. In this trekking tour to the top you will have the opportunity to enjoy fantastic views of the Rila and Balkan Mountains as well as visiting Dragalevtsi Monastery en route.
The whole capital of Bulgaria will be just in front of you uncovering its beauty from the top. Enjoy this tour with a private mountain guide at your own pace and time.
The tour operates in all the 4 seasons in Bulgaria - summer, autumn, winter and spring.

Choose between privately-guided or self-guided tour.

Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery

On the course of survival, you will get a set of skills and knowledge that every person should possess. During the training, you will acquire the ability to work with equipment, get food, water and fire. Build shelter, navigate on terrain, provide first aid. These skills and knowledge will be useful during trekking and camping, and will also increase your confidence in yourself.

Private Experience in Wildlife Survival School in Bulgaria

Enjoy a great combination of history and natury with this one day tour to two iconic Bulgarian places! 

The Cave of Saint John and Rila Monastery - Shuttle Day Tour 

Embark on a tour of the extraordinary Belogradchik Rock formations, recognized as one of the most beautiful landscapes in Europe. Take a visit to Belogradchik Medieval fortress. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Belogradchik Rocks and Belogradchik Fortress

Discover one of Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems on this day trip from Sofia. Admire rural Bulgaria en route to the Rila Monastery in the pine-carpeted Rila Mountains. Take a guided tour of this medieval treasure with its fresco-coated church. After time to explore independently, visit the Cave of St. Ivan - one of the most sacred places in Bulgaria. Please kindly note that on some dates the free time at the Rila Monastery may be shorter due to traffic, group size, or complementary stop at Boyana church. 

Below you can find detailed itinerary of the tour:
09:00 - Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
12:00-12:15 - Estimated time of arrival at Rila Monastery
12:15-13:00 - Guided visit to the Monastery
13:00-14:00 - Free time for lunch or further explorations of the area on your own
14:00-15:00 - Visit the St. Ivan Cave
15:00 - Depart from Rila Monastery back to Sofia
17:00 - Estimated time of arrival at Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Rila Monastery and St. Ivan Cave Day Trip from Sofia, Bulgaria

The tour includes a visit to vineyards, observation of the process of the production and tasting of several types of local wine. The tour proceeds with walk in the Old Town of Plovdiv, proclaimed as an architectural open-air museum. The tour includes a hotel pickup and drop-off.

Plovdiv and Thracia Valley with Wine Tasting

The tour includes a visit of the Bulgarian medieval capital Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi. Step back in time and see the town from the national revival period.

Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi Tour from Sofia

The tour starts with a visit of the ancient city of Plovdiv, which several peoples have inhabited, leaving unique traces of their cultures. The next stop will be Bachkovo monastery, the second biggest monastery in Bulgaria.The tour includes a hotel pickup and drop-off.

Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery tour from Sofia

With the help of your native host, you'll discover the unique flavors of the Bulgarian cooking while learning about the traditional ways of life. As part of this class, if the weather allows it and if it is a working day you may visit a local market, choose exotic ingredients and learn to cook 3 typical Bulgarian dishes. 

Bulgarian Food tasting, cullinary-historical tour, Cooking class

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 coniferous forests of Rila Mountain. The monastery is a complex of cultural, dwelling and farming buildings which take about 8800 square meters. The Rila Monastery has an unique architecture. 

Outside, the monastery looks like a fortress. It has 24-meter stone walls which forms irregular pentagon. That’s why when some tourist enters the monastery’s yard from some of the two iron gates he is surprised by its architecture: arches and colonnades, covered wooden stairs and carved verandas and the 300-400 monastic cells.

Self Guided Tour Experience in Rila Monastery

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On this day tour you will have the chance to visit the biggest cloister in the country - Rila monastery and the beautiful Boyana church, both under the UNESCO protection. You will have Audio guide (English, Espanol, German, Italian, French, Русский) with you, who will tell you the history of the two sights and we will pick you up from your accommodation anywhere in Sofia. 


From Sofia: Rila monastery & Boyana church and free pick up

The tour will start in front of the entrance of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - one of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in Eastern Europe, which is also one of the main attractions in the capital of Bulgaria. Once the group gets together, we will take some time to get to know each other and everyone will have the opportunity to quickly visit the cathedral before we start with the Art Tour and take some pictures. Then I will take you to a special underground crypt - a museum of Bulgarian icon painting. We'll continue to the National Gallery, which is located in another historical monument of culture - the King's Palace. The following destination is Sofia City Art Gallery. We continue to a newly opened and modern art gallery - Nova Art Space. Afterwards we will pass the Presidency and enter the tunnels where the Ancient Complex Serdika is located. We end the tour of a secret private gallery, where each of the guests will receive one drink :) - a glass of wine, beer or water.

Art Gallery Sightseeing Tour in Sofia

This whole-day trek to the Rila Mountains is meant for people, who would like to walk in a leisurely pace among its jewels - The Seven Rila Lakes. You will have enough time to get to the highest of all lakes and enjoy the super scenery revealed from there.
Enjoy a self-guided hike among nature
Marvel at the views of the Seven Rila lakes 
Walk at your own pace

The Seven Rila Lakes Self - Guided Hiking Tour

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 Monastery, marvel at its intricate architecture, and delve into centuries of monastic history.

Later, journey to the charming Boyana Church and be transported back in time by its breathtaking wall paintings. Choose your preferred exploration style with either a self-guided tour for independent exploration or a private guided tour for personalized insights and captivating narratives. This exclusive day trip offers an unforgettable cultural experience, showcasing the best of Bulgaria's historical and artistic treasures.

Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.

Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church

The tour starts from your hotel. The first stop will be Boyana Church, situated in Sofia. Afterwards head toward Poganovo Monastery in Serbia.  After approximately two and a half hours transfer you reach your destination. There you will have the chance to enjoy the Holy Cloister and have a traditional light lunch in the nearby restaurant. After lunch it is time for transfer back to Sofia. The tour ends at your hotel.

Bulgaria and Serbia in One Day from Sofia

Small group bigger experience!

• Visit the Boyana Church – an inspiring temple, with unique frescoes from the 13th century.
• Visit the top Bulgarian Landmark, a UNESCO site and the biggest Monastery in Bulgaria – Rila monastery.
• Know more about the Eastern Orthodox traditions, frescoes and history.
• Get close to the nature and enjoy the “Rila Mountain Natural Park”, the biggest in Bulgaria.
• Know more about Bulgarian culture 
• Walking through an old beech forest, which takes us to a mystical place - the cave and the prayer rock of the hermit

Day tour to Rila monastery, hiking to the cave of St. John and Boyana church 

- Get more of your holiday by booking an intensive small group guided tour to the highlights of southwest Bulgaria;
- Tour the smallest Bulgarian town, famous for its architecture, stunning surroundings, and wine production. 
- The Melnik Pyramids are a fantastic phenomenon. Use wisely the recommended photo stops! :)
- In Melnik discover the impressive Rivaval Period style house of Kordopoulo’s family and peek into its tunnel-like wine cellar.
- Enjoy the sights of the tranquil Bulgarian countryside and its sleepy villages, while your guide introduces you to Bulgarian everyday countryside life;
- Visit the overwhelming Rila Monastery and let the guide relive its history and enlight you on its present-day status;
- Admire the priceless frescoe masterpieces of the most notable 19th-century Bulgarian painters
- Enrich your experience by tasting local delicacies and in this way involve all your senses;

From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Melnik Small Group Tour

Embark on this full-day small-group tour of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi with a professional guide. You will get to discover the way of life of Bulgarian merchants and craftsmen as well as experience scenic architectural reserves. Minimum age for this tour is 6 years old.  

Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Small-Group Day Trip from Sofia

Sofia is one of the oldest cities in Europe. See it with a local guide by booking our Sofia walking tour. Learn about the history, culture and lifestyle of Bulgarians during a nice walk in the city center. Sofia walking tour would show you the main landmarks of our capital, plus leaving you with a nice impression of this part of Europe.
The tour could be in English and German.

Sofia walking tour

Three of the most stunning Bulgaria's attractions within a day trip from Sofia! Explore the natural wonder of Prohodna cave, named by the locals “The Eyes of God” because of the two deity-eye-shaped holes on the ceiling. Experience Saeva Dupka, among the most decorated tourist adapted caves in Bulgaria and visit the unique Glozhene Monastery, built like a bird’s nest on the cliffs of a mountain peak. All this within a group day trip from Sofia!

The Eyes of God natural wonder Saeva Dupka cave and Glozhene Monastery day trip from Sofia

You want to learn about Bulgaria's culinary traditions and new trends? You want to have a meal in some of the best (and unique) restaurants in Sofia's city center? Done! 

And all of this comes with a private guide that will share interesting details and facts about our history, food and culture.

3-Hour Private Bulgarian Food Tasting Tour of Sofia

We offer very affordable and high quality airport shuttle transfers using cars and mini-buses. From Sofia and Plovdiv airports to anywhere that you need transfer services, we can cater for. You can feel confident and safe with us, we are fully licensed, bonded and insured. Vehicle types will be catered for your group size, ranging from taxis and minibuses for smaller groups to large comfort buses for bigger groups.

PRIVATE return transfer from Sofia to Bansko

Step into a world where time has carved legends into stone and silence whispers through crystal chambers. Nestled in the mystical northwest of Bulgaria, the Belogradchik Rocks rise like ancient sentinels—scarlet and ochre giants shaped by wind, rain, and imagination. These surreal formations tell tales of medieval fortresses, monks, and mythical creatures, each silhouette more otherworldly than the last.

As sunlight dances over the towering spires, venture deeper—beneath the earth—into the Venetsa Cave, a hidden gem of luminous beauty. Here, nature unveils her masterpiece: a kaleidoscope of stalactites and stalagmites, glowing in delicate hues of violet, emerald, and gold. The cave pulses with quiet magic, a sanctuary of mineral wonders frozen in eternal stillness.

This tour is not just a journey through Bulgaria’s wild northwest—it's an encounter with the sublime, where stone becomes story, and darkness reveals its own dazzling light.

Day tour to the Natural wonders Belogradchik Rocks & Venetsa cave

This is a Private Tour so you will not be combined with other people besides those in your reservation - there will be a private car and a private driver-guide just for you. 

The incredible nature of this place will capture you and make your visit unforgettable. You will have the chance to enjoy and explore Sofia from above by a special ride with a professional guide and enjoy the atmosphere of being in one of the mineral spots near Sofia.

Most of the times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with a CNG engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help combat the air pollution. 

Experiences in Bankya, Bulgaria