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Explore Bulgaria’s smallest town of Melnik, taste local wines in one of the best cellars in the world, and visit the historic Rozhen Monastery on a full-day guided tour from Sofia.

Highlights

• Savor the rich flavors of local wines with a tasting in Melnik
• Explore the charming town of Melnik and Rozhen monastery
• Visit the Kordopoulova House, the largest Revival-period house in the Balkans
• Hike through the sand cliffs to the stunning Rozhen Pyramids
• Enjoy a delicious Bulgarian lunch in a local restaurant

Description

Begin your tour with a scenic drive through the Pirin mountain foothills, arriving in the charming Rozhen monastery. Explore the peaceful grounds from 17th century and centuries-old frescoes. Set off on a short and scenic hike (about 45 minutes) through the sand cliffs to the stunning Rozhen pyramids. Then we will visit the town of Melnik — officially Bulgaria’s smallest town but one of its richest in culture, nestled among the striking Melnik sandstone pyramids, the town is famous for its preserved 18th-century architecture and red wines. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour, visiting landmarks like the Kordopoulova House — the largest Revival-period house in the Balkans, with an ancient wine cellar carved into the rock. After lunch, visit one of the world's best wine cellars, perched above the valley with views that stretch to Greece, for a wine tasting of local varieties as 'Melnik broad leaf grape'.

Includes

Scenic drive through the Pirin foothills Walking tour of Melnik Visit to Kordopoulova House Wine tasting of local varieties in Cellar Hike from Rozhen Monastery Exploration of Rozhen Monastery grounds and frescoes Bulgarian lunch

Important Information

• Couples and small groups benefit from reduced rate

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund