Top Sofia Cruises & Sailing

Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a day tour to Skopje from Sofia, and tick off another Balkan capital in just one day. Travel the distance with ease via private vehicle, and discover landmarks including the Skopje Fortress, Memorial House of Mother Teresa, and Old Bazaar, with insights provided by your guide.

Immerse yourself in the beguiling beauty of two of Bulgaria’s most spectacular sights on a full-day trip from Sofia. Admire the natural splendor of rural Bulgaria as you travel to the Rila Monastery, a sacred structure cradled by the dense pine forests of the mountains. Delve into the history of the medieval landmark and browse the intriguing exhibitions of the on-site museum. Continue to Boyana Church to gaze at the fascinating pre-Renaissance frescoes that decorate the walls within. Please note, entrance fees are not included on this tour.

The Rila Monastery and Boyana Church are two of Bulgaria’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites and this full-day tour from Sofia visits both in one day. Tour the medieval Boyana Church, famous for its magnificent 13th-century frescoes; admire the natural landscapes of the Rila Mountain Nature Park; then explore the churches and caves of the Rila Monastery complex.

Often called the 8th wonder of the world, the Seven Rila lakes are legendary for their beauty and awesomeness. They are one of the most visited natural sites of Bulgaria. We combine them with a visit to the Rila Monastery. The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. The driver will pick you up, will take you to the Monastery and will show you around. After that he will take you to the lift to the 7 Rila Lakes, you will be able to go up to the lakes, the driver will stay down and wait for you there. When you come back, he will pick you from the lift and bring you back to Sofia.

Visit two notable World Heritage sites of Bulgaria — Rila Monastery and Boyana Church — recognized by UNESCO for their religious significance, historical attributes and Byzantine architecture. Travel to the outskirts of Sofia in the comfort of your own private vehicle and let a personal guide lead you on a tour of both landmarks. A light lunch is included in your full-day itinerary.

Visit Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa on a full-day trip from Sophia, and discover the art and architecture of two iconic Bulgarian cities. Stroll the narrow lanes of Plovdiv’s old town, and discover historic traces of the Romans, Thracians, and Byzantines who swept through this region. Continue to Koprivshtitsa for a walking tour to the homes of the city’s most storied residents, and learn how a local revolutionary committee freed Bulgaria from Ottoman rule during the Russo-Turkish war before ending your tour in central Sophia. 

Learn what life was like in communist-era Bulgaria on a Sofia city walking tour. Meet your informative guide in central Sofia and check out the buildings and monuments that testify to its and Bulgaria’s 45 years on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain. See the Largo complex, former home of Bulgaria’s Communist Party; the Monument to the Soviet Army; the National Palace of Culture and more as your guide explains communist ideology and the everyday lives of Bulgarians during the controversial Cold War period.

Forget planning routes, researching sites, and boning up on history. See all Sofia’s key attractions and learn the stories behind them too on this great-value small-group walking tour: perfect for history buffs. Sights include the ruins of the Roman-era east gate, the 4th-century Rotunda of St. George, the Byzantine St. Sofia Basilica, the Ivan Vazov National Theater, and the Cathedral Saint Alexander Nevsky.

Reaching the Seven Rila Lakes by public transport typically involves two buses, a shuttle and most of your day. Take the pain out of transportation—while maintaining total independence—with this cost-effective shared transfer. Visit both these beautiful glacial lakes and the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with ample time for hiking.

The mountains are one of Bulgaria’s great joys—especially for hikers—but can be hard to reach independently. Tailor-made for lovers of both walking and history, this action-packed day features a hike around the beautiful Seven Rila Lakes and a tour of the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tour includes chair-lift ticket to the lakes but excludes monastery entrance fees.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Balkans and discover more than 9 Unesco World heritage sites in 8 contries: Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Hungary. You will have the comfort of a small group modern transportation with a air-conditioned minivan and a professional driver/tourleader that will make this experience unforgettable.

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalised excursion or choose from recommended routes. We bring your full equipped car personally to your hotel in Sofia, the cultural capital of Bulgaria. With an audio guide, access to unique places, the best restaurants, leisure and outdoor adventures; all-inclusive: kilometrage, maps, GPS coordinates, vouchers and tickets., and our experienced team is 24/7 at your disposal. In this tour, we will offer you a personalised excursion in the intimacy of your own relatives. Your schedule and itinerary will be both online and as a hard copy be made available. This is a self-guided audio tour with all-inclusive car services, device, map, GPS coordinates, audio guides, videos, excess kilometrage, entry tickets, restaurant reservations and vouchers.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Balkans and discover more than 15 Unesco World heritage sites in 9 contries: Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Hungary. You will have the comfort of a small group , modern transportation with a air-conditioned minivan and a professional driver/tourleader that will make this experience unforgettable.

Treat yourself to a relaxing day at the biggest reservoir in Bulgaria on a private 6-hour tour to the Iskar Dam. After comfortable transfer from your Sofia hotel, climb aboard your private boat and enjoy a 2-hour cruise along the peaceful waters. Later, take a leisurely stroll around the scenic Pancharevo Lake and have lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.

The electric scooter Zero 9 is powerful and fun to drive. It is suitable for sightseeing with 45 km range.

The legend of the Rhodopes was told by the Thracians to Herodotus, the father of history, and he recorded it. It tells the story of the mystical king Hemus, who loved his wife Rhodope so much that he called her by the name of the deity Hera. She, in turn, called him Zeus. In their love game, they unconsciously mocked the gods. Understanding, Zeus decided to punish them. He turned the sinners into mountains that were forever separated by miles. Love like a flower, torn off forever … but not dead, because their memory remains eternal! This is a tour for hikers, who love nature, culture, and history. Rhodope mountains are the widest one in Bulgaria, hiding archeological sites and pretty villages. Come in the mountain of love!

Starting in Bulgaria, one of the oldest countries in Europe. Ohrid the deepest and oldest lake in Europe and Balkan Pearl. Albania where you will have a combination of history, culture, tradition, religion and nature in some of most renowned sites in Albania, Visiting in Greece, Meteora, formed approximately 65 million years ago, Corfu, the undisputed Queen of the Ionian islands, Delphi, mystical place, Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games and Athens, labelled as the birthplace of democracy and home to some of the most famous philosophers. Ending with a cruise on the Aegean Sea! Sail from Athens to dock on the legendary island of Mykonos, sail towards the shores of Turkey to visit Kusadasi sail to Crete to explore Knossos, and also sail, to Santorini, “The Black Pearl of the Aegean.”

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalised excursion or choose from recommended routes. We bring your car personally to your hotel in Sofia, the cultural capital of Bulgaria. With an audio guide, access to unique places, the best restaurants, leisure and outdoor adventures; all-inclusive: kilometrage, maps, GPS coordinates, vouchers and tickets., and our experienced team is 24/7 at your disposal. In this tour, we bring you from the Museum of Mining, Stob Pyramids, the Rila Monastery to the Varosho of Blagoevgrad; a personalised excursion in the intimacy of your own relatives. Your schedule and itinerary will be both online and as a hard copy be made available. This is a self-guided audio tour with all-inclusive car + services, device, map, GPS coordinates, audio guides + videos, excess kilometrage, entry tickets, restaurant reservations and vouchers etc.

Bulgaria’s capital Sofia has many stories to tell! If you are not really in history, you will enjoy the fanciest street in the city- Vitosha Boulevard! Here you can shop in the posh boutiques and fashion houses. You will love lunch at a folkloristic restaurant or alternatively, drink in rooftop bars. Are you a lover of neoclassical architecture? The Ivan Vazov National Theatre is great part of Bulgarian culture. Do you know that in Sophia you can take a walk in one of the oldest parks in Europe? Have you ever seen the fountain fed by the hot charismatic guide, you will visit Park Vrana, Vitosha Boulevard, Borisova gradina, Serdica Amphitheatre, Central Mineral Baths; will hear secret stories of this beautiful city of Sofia.

Enjoy a tour of the Balkans and discover more than 15 Unesco World heritage sites in 9 contries: Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Hungary. You will have the comfort of a small group tour , modern transportation with a air-conditioned minivan and a professional driver/tourleader that will make this experience unforgettable.

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalised excursion or choose from recommended routes. We bring your full equipped car personally to your hotel in Sofia, the cultural capital of Bulgaria. With an audio guide, access to unique places, the best restaurants, leisure and outdoor adventures; all-inclusive: kilometrage, maps, GPS coordinates, vouchers and tickets., and our experienced team is 24/7 at your disposal. In this tour, we will offer you a personalised excursion in the intimacy of your own relatives. Your schedule and itinerary will be both online and as a hard copy be made available. This is a self-guided audio tour with all-inclusive car services, device, map, GPS coordinates, audio guides, videos, excess kilometrage, entry tickets, restaurant reservations and vouchers.