Top 6 Wine Tours in Sofia

1.Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 545 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Meet Kalin at Tempus Vini in Sofia’s Old City Center for a one-hour tasting of five Bulgarian grape varieties: Misket, Melnik, Mavrud, Gumza, and Rubin. You’ll sample wines from small producers, sometimes including Kalin’s own bottles, with local cheeses, craft bread, and a clear introduction to Bulgaria’s wine past and present.

“Very enjoyable, small (5) gathering. Very interesting, starting from white through to red. The shop had so much variety - really enjoy the Bulgarian wines. I felt the wines of the shop owner were the most delicious.”

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2.Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $33Best value

Meet in central Sofia at Vineria Wine Bar & Shop for a guided tasting of about five or six Bulgarian boutique wines, paired with local meats, cheeses, bread, and olive oil. Lyubomir and Maria lead an informal look at Bulgarian wine, regional grapes, and the country’s wine industry. The group is limited to eight people.

“Thoughtful presentation and tasting of Bulgarian wines, including historical context and details on the origin of each bottle, with emphasis on regional emerging varieties. Two whites, an “orange”, and two reds. All extremely flavorful and enjoyable. A charcuterie plate for each guest complemented the wines very well. I recommend.”

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3.Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $56

Meet at 6 pm on Tsar Shishman Street for a one-hour tasting hosted in English by Sofia Social Adventures. You’ll try five Bulgarian wines with traditional cold cuts and cheeses while Yohanna or Radoslav shares stories about Bulgarian wine and history in a stylish, aristocratic setting near central Sofia.

“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!”

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4.Sofia Wine Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Join Pavlin Ivanov at 7 pm for a private Sofia wine walk beginning near Russian Monument Square. You’ll visit three wine-focused venues, sample Bulgarian wines, enjoy light nibbles, and hear about local winemaking, culture, and modern life. The route lasts about two to two and a half hours, with venues subject to change.

“I had a wonderful time on this experience. We walked to two small and cozy wine bars and one restaurant. Each location was very unique and not a place I would have found on my own. We sampled two wines and had some snacks at each location. Pavlin, the host, is very knowledgeable on Bulgarian wines and provided a great deal of info on the subject. But was also had a great discussion of modern Bulgaria and his personal experiences. I highly recommend this tour!”

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5.Plovdiv and Thracia Valley with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $174

Travel from Sofia to Plovdiv with a guide such as Niki, Nely, Stoyan, or Victoria, explore the Old Town and Roman theater, then visit Villa Yustina in the Thracian Valley for a one-hour wine tasting. Hotel pickup, transport, and drop-off are included.

“La visita di plovdiv vecchia e la degustazione vini presso villa justina Ottima la guida Maria che nonostante il nostro poco inglese è stata molto chiara”

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6.Rila Monastery and Melnik Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $36

Leave Sofia at 8 a.m. by air-conditioned minivan for Melnik’s cobbled streets, wine cellar, and sandstone pyramids, then visit UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery. An English-speaking guide leads the day, with groups capped at 15. Bring cash for Kordopulova House, plus food and drinks.

“This is my third Viator excursion and it was excellent as were the others. My small group driver Radi with Traventuria spoke excellent English, good personality, lots of interesting information. Rila Monastery and the autumn colors along the highway were outstanding! Must see.”

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