Bulgaria · FOOD & DRINK
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 food and drink tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Taste five rare Bulgarian grape varieties in central Sofia, with local cheeses, wine history, and guidance from host Kalin.
“A great and enjoyful experience. We had a good time tasting wonderfull and rare collection of bulgarian wines. It was educating and good taste as well. Julia the instructor spoke very well and respectfull. Very recommended ! ! !”
Tour DiVes Winery near Nessebar, taste six Bulgarian wines with local bites, and hear the story of Simeon’s Mound for excellent value.
“Good guide, informative and we learned a lot ;) Good wines, and plenty opportunity to ask questions.”
Taste Bulgarian specialties, visit Plovdiv markets and bakeries, and explore Old Town with a lively guide on this small-group food walk.
“Our tour guide Ilya was very knowledgeable about the local area and gave us excellent insights on Plovdiv. The food along all of the stops was fantastic. Would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Plovdiv!”
Taste Bulgarian classics, visit Sofia’s Roman ruins, and ride a communist-era tram with local guide Peter in a small-group tour.
“I had a really good time on this food tour. Peter took me to several interesting places for traditional Bulgarian food and drinks. I was very full by the end of it! You should definitely take the tour if you’re in Sofia.”
Taste Bulgarian wines in UNESCO-listed Nessebar with an oenologist, local cheeses, and an optional gourmet meal at Minkov Brothers Winery.
“I visited the the historic town and had the pleasure to trying the wines on offer the venue is a lovely little courtyard and the husband and wife hosts were very friendly it is an ideal place to stop in the town and would recommend you try this experience. The wines were very good and the host told us all about where the wines were produced”
Taste rare Bulgarian boutique wines, local meats, and cheeses while learning Sofia’s wine story in an intimate central venue.
“The leader did not present with any enthusiasm at all. We were poured a glass after the tasting without being informed there was a fee for the glass. Disappointing.”
Review of Balchik’s four-hour Black Sea yacht picnic, with lunch, drinks, swimming, coastal views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“This Black Sea Yacht experience was one of the Best Sea experiences I’ve ever had. It was very calm and relaxing to sail around Balchik and forget about the daily life stress. A Tremendous “Thank You” to Captain Nikolai and his Crew Mate Sinni for making My Birthday so very Special! I will always remember Bulgaria… I Highly Recommend This Super Black Sea Yacht Tour!”
Explore Sofia’s markets, taste Bulgarian food, and learn local history on this three-hour small-group walking tour with lunch.
“Loved this tour! Dany was a fantastic guide and a wonderful representation of the people of Sofia. The food was excellent, couldn't recommend more. My only advice is that you go with an empty stomach ;)”
Taste five Bulgarian wines, local cheeses, and cold cuts in a stylish Sofia venue near Serdika metro, with stories from friendly hosts.
“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!”
Cook three Bulgarian dishes, shop Sofia’s Women’s Market, and enjoy a private meal with local guide Mariela.
“I had great time taking the cooking class with Mariela. The experience started even before I arrived to the kitchen. I contacted her on WhatsApp and together we decided the time of day for the class, as well as tailoring the the three course menu to my preference. I got to learn a nice technique to slice an onion and loved the roasted vegetables salad. In addition of being a patient mentor, Mariela is an interesting person to talk to. Let her tell you about her vast experience as a cook, hotel manager, real estate person and her travles round the world. On the down side, we ended up with…”
Review of a Sofia day trip to Plovdiv and Villa Yustina, with Old Town sightseeing, Bulgarian wine tasting, guide details, costs, and tips.
“We joined in a tour of Plovdiv and wine tasting. It was very good because there were only us that joined in the tour on that day. The guide was kind and had a lot of knowledge and tried to make us satisfed with our tour. We enjoyed wine tasting a lot. We bought a red wine which we tasted and a sparkling wine that we didn't taste. The both of them were very good.”
Taste Bulgarian specialties, visit Sofia’s Women’s Market, and enjoy a private three-hour food tour with local guides and wine.
“Nesi is an amazing tour guide! She is extremely knowledgeable and the food and wine was incredible! We highly recommend this tour!”
Taste four homemade Bulgarian desserts, raw honey, medicinal tea, and boza in a historic Sofia setting with local stories.
“This was an interesting experience, chatting with our guide about Bulgaria in an intimate setting, while eating some excellent desserts and drink.”
Visit Rila Monastery, see Bulgarian Renaissance frescoes, and taste five wines at Medi Valley Winery on a private day trip from Sofia.
“I really enjoyed this tour. It was me, my husband and the guide. This is a nice side tour when visiting Sofia. It gets you out of the city and you are able to explore more of Bulgaria. The Monastery was beautiful and our guide was able to explain things to us that I would have missed otherwise if I went on my own. We also had time on our own to explore. After the monastery we went to a winery, had a tour and got to taste several wines...they were tasty so we brought some home with us as a souvenir won't last long.”
Taste four Bulgarian wines with a sommelier, traditional appetizers, and a private Burgas experience near the Sea Garden.
“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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