Wine Tasting in Bulgaria: The 15 Best Cellar Visits

1.Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia

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

Meet Kalin at Tempus Vini in central Sofia for a one-hour tasting of five Bulgarian grape varieties: Misket, Melnik, Mavrud, Gumza, and Rubin. He explains wine regions, local history, and modern producers while serving Bulgarian cheeses and bread. Some sessions include six wines or bottles made by Kalin himself.

“It was a great experience learning about different wine regions in Bulgaria. Our host was very knowledgeable and well-informed about wine, and he was also very helpful with our questions and any additional information.”

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2.Special History And Wine Tour including Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

At DiVes Estate Winery near Nessebar, your English-speaking guide leads a circular walk through the winery, explains the 917 Battle of Aheloy, and pairs six Bulgarian wines with five small bites. Expect medal-winning bottles, Black Sea views, a shop, and a relaxed visit lasting about 90 minutes.

“A tour of the wine production and a story about the history of the area! It all took about 2.5 hours. It was the owner of the vineyard himself, who made the tour, and there was only me and my partner (only 2pcs) on it, who made it itim. We got after the tour of the place, try a total of 6 different wines to different finger food. All the wines were very good, and it is understandable why they have won awards! After this, you can buy wine at your own point of sale. All in all a pleasant tour in nice surroundings, which is definitely worth the price!…”

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3.Private Wine Tasting in the UNESCO town of Nessebar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $53

Meet in Old Nessebar for a private wine tasting hosted in English by an oenologist and local wine team. Sample four or five Bulgarian wines with cheese and meats, hear how the wines are made, and explore the traditional cellar setting. You can add a multi-course lunch or dinner, making this a relaxed break from sightseeing.

“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”

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4.Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting

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

At Vineria Wine Bar & Shop on Sofia’s quiet Tsar Asen Street, hosts Lyubomir and Maria introduce you to five or six Bulgarian boutique wines, local meats, cheeses, bread, and olive oil. Expect stories about Bulgaria’s wine past, unusual grape varieties, and a small group capped at eight people. Extra wine after the tasting costs more.

“Lots of great information about both Bulgarian wines and wine industry! Great meat, cheese and bread as well as wine!”

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5.Sofia Wine Walk

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

Join Pavlin Ivanov for a private evening walk through Sofia’s boutique wine scene. Starting near Russian Monument Square at 7 pm, you’ll visit three wine-focused venues, taste Bulgarian wines, enjoy light nibbles, and hear about local history, winemaking, culture, and modern life. The two to two-and-a-half-hour route and venues may change with opening times.

“If you are in Sofia do yourself a favour and book this wine tour. Pavlin was extremely knowledgeable. The wine was delicious and varied. Great tour to kick off my stay in Sofia!”

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6.Plovdiv and Thracia Valley with Wine Tasting

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

Leave Sofia at 9:00 am for a guided visit to Plovdiv Old Town, then continue to Villa Yustina in the Thracia Valley for wine tasting. Your English-speaking guide may be Nicky, Nely, Stoyan, Maria, or another member of the P Group team. Expect about 10 hours, a small group of up to 15 people, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

“I loved this tour and would highly encourage taking this particular tour if you have an extra day in Sofia. I had a private guide who was spectacular. I would go back to Plovdiv on another day to do some shopping as there were many shops that had unique gifts.”

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7.Bulgarian Prime Cuts and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $56

Meet at 6 pm on Tsar Shishman Street for a one-hour tasting of four organic Bulgarian beef, veal, and pork cuts with premium local wine. Rado may host you in an artistic bar and share food tips, history, and practical suggestions for the rest of your Sofia stay.

“This was my introduction to sofia, as I had just arrived a few hours prior. Rado was fantastic. He runs a hostel and I met him at his bar area. A very cool spot w some unique artistic decor. The prime cuts and cheese were beyond amazing. The spicy sauce was so good I ended up buying his last bottle from him. He was an amazing host and gave me many enjoyable facts about bulgarian cuisine and some reccomendations on places to try. Highly reccomend this tour and I'm sure any other tours that Rado runs is also A+++!!!!”

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8.Rila Monastery and Wine Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $203

Spend about eight hours with a private guide exploring Rila Monastery and its remarkable wall paintings, then taste five wines at Medi Valley Winery. Pickup and drop-off in Sofia, an air-conditioned minivan, and guiding are included. Guides such as Georgi and Victor have added useful history and personal stories along the way.

“If you're looking for a perfect blend of history, culture, and wine, this day trip to Rila Monastery and Medi Valley Winery is an absolute must! Our guide, Georgi, made the experience truly exceptional with his deep knowledge, professionalism, and warm personality.”

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9.Burgas Exquisite Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $71

Meet in Burgas for a private one-hour tasting of four Bulgarian wines, guided in English by a professional sommelier. You’ll pair the pours with traditional Bulgarian appetizers and learn practical wine tips. The experience begins and ends at the meeting point, with the Sea Garden listed as a stop.

“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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10.Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $53

Spend about four hours walking through central Varna, learning about the city’s French connections and tasting Bulgarian wine. The private format keeps the outing focused on your group, with a professional guide such as Casimir for the guided option, or an e-guide for self-guided visits. The tour begins and ends in Varna Center.

“L’excellent français de Casimir sa gentillesse ainsi que sa culture Belle découverte de la ville et très sympathique découverte des vins bulgares”

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11.Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $81

Walk Varna’s historic center with a private guide, seeing the cathedral, Roman Thermae, Sea Garden, churches, and lesser-known streets. Then taste several Bulgarian wines with traditional appetizers and dishes, guided by a sommelier at either a villa or premium downtown venue. Choose private hotel pickup or the self-guided option.

“We took the self-guided tour. We were really confused when we received the E-guide. To our opinion it was a guide downloaded from google. We also missed a small map which guided us to the diffrent points in the city. We had to create our own little map on the GPS to navigate us. A small map would be helpfull. The Six stops of food are also not present anymore. Due to Corona a lot of shops closed but this needed to be stated on the itinerary. We received all the food at our local winery but we were confused that the e-guide did not gave us this info. I…”

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12.The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $86

This private Varna tour combines major sights, local history, archaeology, and three tutored Bulgarian wine tastings with appetizers. Your guide may be Radul, Dimo, or Kristian, all praised for clear storytelling and personal attention. Expect a small group of up to eight, flexible departure times, and hotel pickup in Varna when included with the private option.

“Amazing tour guide! Told us everything we needed to know about Varna! Very helpful and amazing knowledge of history! Great host! Totally recommend!”

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13.Edoardo Miroglio Private Boutique Winery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $67

Visit Edoardo Miroglio winery in Elenovo for a four-hour private tour through its vineyards, cellar, and production areas. You’ll taste Bulgarian white, red, rosé, and sparkling wines, enjoy a light lunch, and see the Soli Invicto hotel and lake. Pickup from Sliven is available when you choose the transport option.

“Our first stop was for wine. We chose the Edoardo Miroglio winery tour whcih proved to be the best. We are wine lovers and have explored wineries worldwide. This tour is really a must when in Bulgaria. Polite staff, great wine, everything was top notch!”

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14.Plovdiv and Perushtitsa Day Trip with Wine Tasting from Sofia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $172

Leave Sofia at 9:00 a.m. for a nine-hour guided outing to Plovdiv’s Old Town, Perushtitsa’s Early Christian Red Church, and Villa Yustina winery. You get hotel pickup, transport, a wine tasting, and time with guides such as Filip, Maris, or Demetri. The group can reach 15 people, though some departures may feel more personal.

“The tour was informative thanks to the tour guide, Maris is an encyclopedia of information concerning Bulgaria and other countries nearby”

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15.Wine Experience & Tasting Hub

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $17Best value

Meet at the Wine Tasting Centre in Veliko Tarnovo’s Varusha district for five carefully selected Bulgarian wines. A professional host guides you through each pour and lets you use a tasting set with 88 wine aromas. The private 45-minute session is in English, runs daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and returns to the same meeting point.

“Thank you for nice tasting experience! Wines were nice and we got lot of infomation about them. It was also nice that there was enought time for taste all the wines. We didn´t feel any hurry. . Place were we had the tasting was athmospheric and service was very friendly and polite.”

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