Private Full-Day Plovdiv Tour with Wine Tasting
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Price
65.00 €
Overview
Discover the perfect blend of 8,000 years of history and authentic Bulgarian winemaking traditions. This exclusive private tour takes you from Sofia to Plovdiv—Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city—before guiding you into the scenic foothills of the Rhodope Mountains. Here, you will enjoy an intimate, private wine tasting at a century-old family winery, sampling exceptional local varieties paired with regional boutique cheeses.
Enjoy the flexibility of a private itinerary tailored completely to your pace.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- 100% Private Tour: Enjoy a premium, flexible itinerary with a private vehicle and your personal guide.
- Explore Historic Plovdiv: Walk through the majestic Roman Theatre, the Ancient Stadium, and the colorful 19th-century Old Town mansions.
- Authentic Family Winery: Step away from commercial tourist spots and visit a local, passionately run family wine cellar.
- Wine & Food Tasting: Sample 3 or 5 signature wines paired with organic, local cheeses and cold meats sourced from nearby mountain farms.
- Stunning Vineyards: Relax among the lush vines with panoramic views of the Rhodope Mountains (perfect for summer tastings and photos).
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Know Before You Go
- How to Dress: In the summer, the temperature in the Plovdiv region reaches over 40°C. Traventuria advice: Bring a sun hat, sun lotion, and sunglasses.
- Shoes: We advise you to wear comfortable walking shoes
- Cash or Card: Kindly note that paying with a card is possible at most restaurants, cafes, and stores, but paying by credit/debit card is not possible everywhere.
Included/Excluded
- Professional English-speaking private guide (other languages also available)
- Private transport by modern, air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sofia
- Guided tour of the family winery and vineyards
- Wine Tasting Package: (Payable on-site to the winery: €10 per person for 3 wines + local food platter, or €15 per person for 5 wines + local food platter.
- Entry tickets to specific Plovdiv museums/monuments (optional)
- Gratuities
Tour Plan
9:00 Hotel pick-up and transfer to Plovdiv
Your private tour begins with a convenient pick-up directly from your hotel or accommodation in Sofia. Because this is a private tour, the starting time is highly flexible and can be arranged completely according to your wishes.
Sit back and relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle as we head toward Plovdiv. The scenic drive takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the morning traffic. Along the way, your professional guide will share interesting facts about Bulgaria’s history, landscape, and famous wine regions.
11:00 Walking tour of Plovdiv
Embark on a fascinating 2-hour private guided walking tour through one of the oldest cities in the world.
Explore the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, where you will see the breathtaking 2nd-century Roman Theatre, the Ancient Stadium, and beautifully preserved 19th-century mansions. Your personal guide will also take you through the vibrant Kapana art district, famous for its colorful street art.
As this is a 100% private tour, you can walk completely at your own comfortable pace and customise the route to your interests.
13:00 Free time for lunch and shopping
Enjoy about 1.5 hours of free time to relax, eat, and shop at your own pace.
Plovdiv features Europe's longest pedestrian shopping street, making it perfect for finding local souvenirs. To help you choose the best dining spot, your private guide will provide excellent recommendations for great restaurants offering delicious Bulgarian dishes and a beautiful atmosphere.
14:30 -15:00 Transfer to the village of Brestovitsa and wine tasting
Take a 30-minute drive from Plovdiv to the historic wine village of Brestovitsa, located at the foot of the Rhodope Mountains.
Here, you will enjoy an intimate visit to a passionate, family-run winery dedicated to the art of traditional Bulgarian winemaking. Step away from commercial tourist tracks to experience where the wine is born. Depending on the season, you will share in this family tradition inside their charming, 100-year-old cellar house or outside among the beautiful vineyard rows.
Your private tasting features a selection of 3 or 5 fine local wines. To turn this into a true gastronomical experience, the wines are accompanied by a generous platter of authentic local cheeses and cold meats sourced from small nearby mountain farms, alongside fresh seasonal fruits.
16:00 - 18:00 2-hour transfer and drop off at your hotel
After a wonderful day of history and winetasting, you will enjoy a comfortable 2-hour transfer back to the capital. Relax in your private vehicle as your guide and driver ensure a smooth journey through the evening traffic. The tour concludes with a direct, stress-free drop-off right at your hotel or accommodation in Sofia.
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