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Day trips and round tours in Bulgaria. Every programme can be run privately or for a group, with transport and a guide.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
Plovdiv Old Town, a walking tour
from 20 €
The Roman theatre, the old houses and the kapana district, on foot with a guide.
Starosel wine, a Thracian temple and Koprivshtitsa
A day of wine at Starosel, a Thracian temple and the painted houses of Koprivshtitsa.
Rila Monastery from Plovdiv
The largest monastery in Bulgaria, in a forest valley of the Rila mountains, reached in a day from Plovdiv.
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.
The Seven Rila Lakes
A mountain day to the glacial lakes above Rila, for groups who are happy to walk.
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.
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.
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.
Discover Bulgaria in five days
A five-day round with Tsarevets in Veliko Tarnovo, the Rose Valley, Plovdiv and Rila, built for incoming groups.
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