Bulgaria Tours & Trips 2020
35 trips to Bulgaria tours from 63 tour companies. 164 reviews. 4.6/5 avg rating.
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Style
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
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Along the Danube, the Danube delta, the Balkan pe ...
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CroisiEurope
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
9 days
$ 264 / day
$ 2,375
From :
$ 2,921
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
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Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- A comprehensive cruise along the Danube, taking in its history, fascinating culture and sublime landscapes
- EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
- The Danube Delta, the largest and best preserved of all European deltas
- Bucharest, the surprising Romanian capital
- Authentic Bulgaria with Veliko Tarnovo and the charming town of Ruse
- Rich cultural and architectural heritage in the Serbian towns of Belgrade and Novi Sad
Budapest, Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary
Premium Balkans
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
9 days
$ 452 / day
$ 4,070
From :
$ 5,495
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style : N/A
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Take a scenic steam train ride through Tara National Park’s forests and mountains on a historic railway that forms part of the famous Ciro trail connecting Belgrade and the Adriatic Sea, a Premium Exclusive Experience.
- Discover the region known as the Golden Valley of Dubrovnik, filled with vineyards and fruit trees, and visit the town of Cavtat with its beautiful architecture, ancient history and pebble beaches.
- Drop into Trebinje and tour the compact Old Town and its pretty market square, followed by a stop at an Orthodox monastery to taste the famous Tvrdos wine made by its monks.
- Tour one of the best-kept secrets in former Yugoslavia, Tito's nuclear bunker, which was built to protect Yugoslav President Josip Broz Tito and his top military advisors.
- Stay in an Ethno Village created by a famed Serbian film maker to preserve architectural and cultural history, a unique Premium Feature Stay.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Humana Zagreb. Donations help provide job opportunities and education programs in sustainable fashion and textiles for people with disabilities.
Belgrade, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Serbia
Cruise & Rail: Venice & Istanbul (2022)
16 days
$ 1,200 / day
$ 19,199
Travel Style : N/A
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Visits:
Belgrade, Istanbul, Mosta, Sarajevo, Sofia, Venice, Italy, Turkey
European sojourn
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
23 days
$ 253 / day
$ 5,817
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Get an opportunity to Visit 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Enjoy the amazing river cruising across Amsterdam
- Explore Budapest enjoy innovative, efficient metro.
- Discover Vienna
- Experience a tour of Bamberg, with its medieval city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Amsterdam, Bamberg, Koblenz, Nuremberg, St. Martin's Cathedral, Vienna, Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Romania, Serbia
Treasures of the Balkans & Transylvania
13 days
$ 185 / day
$ 2,399
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
Belgrade, Brasov, Bucharest, Budapest, Romania, Sofia, Transylvania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Serbia
12 Day Bulgaria, Serbia & Romania
12 days
$ 207 / day
$ 2,489
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Visit Sofia's National Museum of History with its exhibits dating back 8000 years
- Tour historic Nis, an important crossroad between Central Europe and the Middle East
- In Belgrade, spend an evening in the fun-filled Old Bohemian Quarter of Skadarlija
- Tour of historic Belgrade includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and Saint Sava Temple
- Visit Novi Sad, an eclectic mix of Serbian culture and Austro-Hungarian architecture
- Travel to Timisoara, a vibrant city on the Bega River, built around lavish gardens
- Walking tour in Sibiu highlights the Old Town's charming 17th century buildings
- Tour Sighisoara, the best preserved medieval city in Southeastern Europe
- Travel to "Dracula's Castle" surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend
- Explore romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family
- Visit the gigantic Parliament Palace, second-largest building in the world after the Pentagon
- Visit the impressive open-air Village Museum revealing traditional Romanian village life
Belgrade, Brasov, Bucharest, Romania, Sofia
14 Day Majestic Balkans
14 days
$ 264 / day
$ 3,699
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Enjoy your visit to romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family
- Visit the Patriarchal church of Bucharest, the center of Romanian Orthodox faith
- Special dinner with a guest lecturer who enlightens you on Romania's turbulent history
- At a beautiful 17th century Bulgarian church, attend a performance by an esteemed local choir
- Walk along the cobbled streets of Plovdiv, a millennial town with a tumultuous history
- Ascend to the 10th century Rila Monastery, proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the historic streets of Skopje’s Old Town, stopping at the House of Mother Teresa
- Wine tasting and vineyard tour in Stobi, a city in the Republic of North Macedonia at the crossroads of civilization
- Discover lively Tirana, the beating heart of Albania, with its vibrant café culture and funky art
- Visit Kruje, where the hero Skanderbeg defended Albania from the Ottomans
Bucharest, Romania, Skopje, Sofia, Tirana
14 Day Majestic Balkans
14 days
$ 287 / day
$ 4,019
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Enjoy an extended visit to romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family
- Visit the Patriarchal church of Bucharest, considered one of the most beautiful cathedrals of Romania
- Special dinner with a guest lecturer who enlightens you on Romania's turbulent history
- At a beautiful 17th century Bulgarian church, a magical performance by an esteemed local choir
- Walk along the cobbled streets of Plovdiv, Europe's oldest city
- Ascend to the 10th century Rila Monastery, proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the historic streets of Skopje’s Old Town, stopping at the House of Mother Teresa
- Wine tasting and vineyard tour in Stobi, a city in the Republic of North Macedonia at the crossroads of civilization
- Discover lively Tirana, the beating heart of Albania, with its vibrant café culture and funky art
- Visit Kruje, where the hero Skanderbeg defended Albania from the Ottomans
Bucharest, Romania, Skopje, Sofia, Tirana
11 Day Eastern Danube River Cruise with Bucharest
11 days
$ 363 / day
$ 3,989
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- View an exciting horse show in Puszta, Hungary
- Enjoy an authentic Serbian dinner and folklore dancing
- Explore the highlights of Belgrade, a city with turbulent history
- Sail through the famed Iron Gates, flanked by the Carpathian and Balkan mountain ranges
- Discover the history in Ruse, dating back to the Ottoman Empire
- Gaze upon the Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest
Belogradchik, Bucharest, Budapest
13 Day Eastern Danube River Cruise with Budapest ...
13 days
$ 351 / day
$ 4,559
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- During your Budapest City Tour, see the Parliament, Heroes Square, Royal Palace and Matthias Church
- Visit the charming village of Holloko
- View an exciting horse show in Puszta, Hungary
- Enjoy an authentic Serbian dinner and folklore dancing
- Explore the highlights of Belgrade, a city with turbulent history
- Sail through the famed Iron Gates, flanked by the Carpathian and Balkan mountain ranges
- Discover the history in Ruse, dating back to the Ottoman Empire
- Gaze upon the Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest
Belogradchik, Bucharest, Budapest
12 Day Bulgaria, Serbia & Romania
12 days
$ 215 / day
$ 2,579
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Visit Sofia's National Museum of History with its exhibits dating back 8000 years
- Tour historic Nis, an important crossroad between Central Europe and the Middle East
- In Belgrade, spend an evening in the fun-filled Old Bohemian Quarter of Skadarlija
- Tour of historic Belgrade includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and Saint Sava Temple
- Visit Novi Sad, an eclectic mix of Serbian culture and Austro-Hungarian architecture
- Travel to Timisoara, a vibrant city on the Bega River, built around lavish gardens
- Walking tour in Sibiu highlights the Old Town's charming 17th century buildings
- Tour Sighisoara, the best preserved medieval city in Southeastern Europe
- Travel to "Dracula's Castle" surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend
- Explore romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family
- Visit the gigantic Parliament Palace, second-largest building in the world after the Pentagon
Belgrade, Brasov, Bucharest, Romania, Sofia
11 Day Eastern Danube River Cruise with Budapest
11 days
$ 367 / day
$ 4,039
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- During your Budapest City Tour, see the Parliament, Heroes Square, Royal Palace and Matthias Church
- Visit the charming village of Holloko
- View an exciting horse show in Puszta, Hungary
- Enjoy an authentic Serbian dinner and folklore dancing
- Explore the highlights of Belgrade, a city with turbulent history
- Sail through the famed Iron Gates, flanked by the Carpathian and Balkan mountain ranges
- Discover the history in Ruse, dating back to the Ottoman Empire
Belogradchik, Budapest
9 Day Eastern Danube River Cruise
9 days
$ 385 / day
$ 3,469
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- View an exciting horse show in Puszta, Hungary
- Enjoy an authentic Serbian dinner and folklore dancing
- Explore the highlights of Belgrade, a city with turbulent history
- Sail through the famed Iron Gates, flanked by the Carpathian and Balkan mountain ranges
- Discover the history in Ruse, dating back to the Ottoman Empire
Belogradchik, Budapest
The Black Sea to Budapest - Westbound 2021
13 days
$ 461 / day
$ 5,990
Travel Style : N/A
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore the romantic lower Danube through the heart of Central Europe
- where East and West meet and intertwine in fascinating cultures and turbulent history... Glide past medieval monasteries
- citadels and villages... Discover resort towns along Romania’s Black Sea Coast
- explore an ancient Christian necropolis in Pecs
- and visit 'Dracula’s' castle in Transylvania... dine in the Soviet-style People’s Palace in Bucharest... Share homemade refreshments in the home of a Croatian family rebuilding their lives in postwar Vukovar
- and listen to Béla Bartók’s piano music at a recital in his Budapest home. Experience authentic local cuisine
- music and dance
- and a wealth of architectural wonders as your river cruise winds its way through Hungary
- Croatia
- Serbia
- Bulgaria and Romania
- with nights on land at luxury hotels in the popular cities of Bucharest and Budapest (the Paris of Eastern Europe).
Belgrade, Bucharest, Budapest, Croatia, Romania, Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria
Grand European Cruise
28 days
$ 257 / day
$ 7,195
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Cruise along Europe’s greatest waterways through eight countries, from Amsterdam on the North Sea to Constanta on the Black Sea
- Cruise aboard our award-winning 140- to 164-passenger ships with a dedicated English-speaking crew
- Experience this European itinerary, and uncover a local and American perspective in destinations impacted by global events, such as World War II and the Cold War
- Explore with an expert, local Program Director—a native or resident of Europe—who will be dedicated to your group of no more than 47 from the start to the end of your trip
Amsterdam, Bamberg, Bucharest, Budapest, Budapest History Museum, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Hofburg Imperial Palace, Nuremberg, Transylvania, Vienna, Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Romania, Serbia
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Top Bulgaria Attractions & Experiences
Top Bulgaria Experiences
Explore the sacred and rustic hills around the peaceful Rila Monastery.
Relax sunbathing or strolling down the seaside promenade in the ancient town of Varna
The wonder of watching the Sound and Light Show over the medieval Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Tarnovo
Spend the day tasting wines that the Trojans tried in one of the oldest wine regions in the world in Bessa Valley.
Take in the ancient wonders while walking down the old town of Plovdiv that is older than Greece and Rome.
Top Bulgaria Attractions
Rila Monastery
Tsarevets Fortress
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Old Town of Plovdiv
Varna
164 Bulgaria Tour Reviews - Summary 96% Recommend
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