Flexible programmes
Ready-made tours from one day to a week, or a route built around your dates and group.
Tours in Bulgaria from 1 to 7 days
DMC partner for incoming tourism. Flexible programmes, transport, hotels and licensed guides.
1–7day programmes
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Tours
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One day
Rhodope Mountains Eco-Hike: Ravnogor Village & Bekovi Rocks from Plovdiv
from 45 €
Escape the crowds on a scenic day trip from Plovdiv to the high-mountain village of Ravnogor, officially celebrated for having some of the cleanest air in the Balkans. Enjoy an easy, refreshing hike through pristine pine forests to the dramatic Bekovi Rocks viewing platform. Stand above the clouds and marvel at the breathtaking panoramic vistas of the emerald-green Vacha Reservoir and the endless rolling ridges of the mystical Rhodope Mountains. Perfect for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts looking for a true Bulgarian hidden gem!
One day
Veliko Tarnovo & Etar Open-Air Museum: Day Trip from Plovdiv
from 70 €
ourney back in time with a spectacular full-day tour from Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovo, the glorious medieval capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom. Cross the scenic Balkan Mountains via the historic Shipka Pass to explore the majestic Tsarevets Fortress, where Bulgarian kings once ruled. Walk the charming cobblestone streets of the Etar Open-Air Ethnographic Museum to witness authentic 18th-century water-powered crafts and living traditions. A perfect blend of dramatic history, stunning hilltop architecture, and rich local culture!
One day
Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress: Half-Day Tour from Plovdiv
from 35 €
Discover the spiritual heart and medieval majesty of the Rhodope Mountains on this popular day trip from Plovdiv. Explore Asen's Fortress, a dramatic clifftop stronghold offering breathtaking panoramic views over mountain gorges. Then, visit the historic Bachkovo Monastery, the second-largest in Bulgaria, to admire its centuries-old frescoes, serene courtyards, and legendary miraculous icon. A perfect, short excursion combining history, culture, and stunning nature just minutes away from Plovdiv!
One day
Kazanlak, the Rose Valley & Thracian Tombs: Day Trip from Plovdive Thracian tombs
from 45 €
Immerse yourself in ancient mysteries, breathtaking nature, and sweet fragrances on this full-day tour from Plovdiv to Kazanlak. Journey into the heart of the world-famous Rose Valley to discover the centuries-old secrets of Bulgarian rose oil production. Explore the UNESCO-listed Kazanlak Thracian Tomb and the monumental burial site of Golyama Kosmatka, tracing the footsteps of ancient kings. Top off your adventure by marveling at the spectacular golden domes of the Shipka Memorial Church. An unmissable cultural and historical day trip from Plovdiv!
One day
Nessebar from Plovdiv, a UNESCO old town
from 70 €
A long day to the Black Sea and the wooden houses and churches of old Nessebar.
One day
Buzludzha Communist Monument & Thracian Kings: Day Trip from Plovdiv
from 65 €
Uncover the raw contrasts of Bulgaria's history on this top-rated day tour from Plovdiv. Stand before the awe-inspiring, world-famous abandoned communist monument of Buzludzha, perched like a concrete UFO high in the Balkan Mountains. Descend into the Valley of the Thracian Kings to explore Golyama Kosmatka, the actual 2,500-year-old burial chamber of King Seuthes III. Finally, marvel at the stunning golden domes and vibrant architecture of the Shipka Memorial Church. An unmissable journey through dark tourism, ancient archaeology, and heroic history!
One day
Plovdiv Old Town, a walking tour
from 20 €
The Roman theatre, the old houses and the kapana district, on foot with a guide.
One day
Starosel wine, a Thracian temple and Koprivshtitsa
A day of wine at Starosel, a Thracian temple and the painted houses of Koprivshtitsa.
One day
Rila Monastery from Plovdiv
The largest monastery in Bulgaria, in a forest valley of the Rila mountains, reached in a day from Plovdiv.
One day
Perperikon, the Stone Wedding and the Stone Mushrooms
A day in the eastern Rhodopes: a hill sanctuary, rock figures and the stone mushrooms near Beli Plast.
One day
The Seven Rila Lakes
A mountain day to the glacial lakes above Rila, for groups who are happy to walk.
One day
Belogradchik Rocks and the fortress
The red rock towers of Belogradchik and the fortress built into them. Best linked with a night nearby, or as part of a longer tour.
Two days
Sozopol, Nessebar and a spa evening in Pomorie
Two days on the southern and central Black Sea: two old towns and a night with mineral water in Pomorie.
Four days
Sofia, Belogradchik, Koprivshtitsa, Plovdiv and Rila
Four days across the west and the centre: the capital, the rocks of Belogradchik, a revival town, Plovdiv and Rila Monastery.
Five days
Discover Bulgaria in five days
A five-day round with Tsarevets in Veliko Tarnovo, the Rose Valley, Plovdiv and Rila, built for incoming groups.
DMC
Plan a programme →A local partner for foreign operators
We handle Bulgaria for agencies and tour operators abroad: the programme, the coach or car, the hotels and a licensed guide, adjusted to your clients.
Transport
Cars, minibuses and coaches with drivers, timed to the visits and the hotel plan.
Hotels
City hotels, boutique houses, spa stays and group-friendly properties across the country.
Licensed guides
Official guides in English, French and Spanish, for private guests and for groups.
One day
Rhodope Mountains Eco-Hike: Ravnogor Village & Bekovi Rocks from Plovdiv
from 45 €
Escape the crowds on a scenic day trip from Plovdiv to the high-mountain village of Ravnogor, officially celebrated for having some of the cleanest air in the Balkans. Enjoy an easy, refreshing hike through pristine pine forests to the dramatic Bekovi Rocks viewing platform. Stand above the clouds and marvel at the breathtaking panoramic vistas of the emerald-green Vacha Reservoir and the endless rolling ridges of the mystical Rhodope Mountains. Perfect for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts looking for a true Bulgarian hidden gem!
One day
Veliko Tarnovo & Etar Open-Air Museum: Day Trip from Plovdiv
from 70 €
ourney back in time with a spectacular full-day tour from Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovo, the glorious medieval capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom. Cross the scenic Balkan Mountains via the historic Shipka Pass to explore the majestic Tsarevets Fortress, where Bulgarian kings once ruled. Walk the charming cobblestone streets of the Etar Open-Air Ethnographic Museum to witness authentic 18th-century water-powered crafts and living traditions. A perfect blend of dramatic history, stunning hilltop architecture, and rich local culture!
One day
Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress: Half-Day Tour from Plovdiv
from 35 €
Discover the spiritual heart and medieval majesty of the Rhodope Mountains on this popular day trip from Plovdiv. Explore Asen's Fortress, a dramatic clifftop stronghold offering breathtaking panoramic views over mountain gorges. Then, visit the historic Bachkovo Monastery, the second-largest in Bulgaria, to admire its centuries-old frescoes, serene courtyards, and legendary miraculous icon. A perfect, short excursion combining history, culture, and stunning nature just minutes away from Plovdiv!
One day
Kazanlak, the Rose Valley & Thracian Tombs: Day Trip from Plovdive Thracian tombs
from 45 €
Immerse yourself in ancient mysteries, breathtaking nature, and sweet fragrances on this full-day tour from Plovdiv to Kazanlak. Journey into the heart of the world-famous Rose Valley to discover the centuries-old secrets of Bulgarian rose oil production. Explore the UNESCO-listed Kazanlak Thracian Tomb and the monumental burial site of Golyama Kosmatka, tracing the footsteps of ancient kings. Top off your adventure by marveling at the spectacular golden domes of the Shipka Memorial Church. An unmissable cultural and historical day trip from Plovdiv!
One day
Nessebar from Plovdiv, a UNESCO old town
from 70 €
A long day to the Black Sea and the wooden houses and churches of old Nessebar.
One day
Plovdiv Old Town, a walking tour
from 20 €
The Roman theatre, the old houses and the kapana district, on foot with a guide.
One day
Rila Monastery from Plovdiv
The largest monastery in Bulgaria, in a forest valley of the Rila mountains, reached in a day from Plovdiv.
One day
The Seven Rila Lakes
A mountain day to the glacial lakes above Rila, for groups who are happy to walk.
One day
Belogradchik Rocks and the fortress
The red rock towers of Belogradchik and the fortress built into them. Best linked with a night nearby, or as part of a longer tour.
Two days
Sozopol, Nessebar and a spa evening in Pomorie
Two days on the southern and central Black Sea: two old towns and a night with mineral water in Pomorie.
Four days
Sofia, Belogradchik, Koprivshtitsa, Plovdiv and Rila
Four days across the west and the centre: the capital, the rocks of Belogradchik, a revival town, Plovdiv and Rila Monastery.
Five days
Discover Bulgaria in five days
A five-day round with Tsarevets in Veliko Tarnovo, the Rose Valley, Plovdiv and Rila, built for incoming groups.
Blog
See all →Notes from Bulgaria
Why Plovdiv is a practical base for tours
A central city for day trips to the monasteries, the valleys and, on a long day, the Black Sea.
Read more →What a DMC partner does for a foreign tour operator
Ground handling in Bulgaria means one local team for the programme, the transport, the hotels and the guide.
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