Arrival Sofia → Veliko Tarnovo

Veliko Tarnovo - Arrive at Sofia Airport and enjoy a private transfer to Veliko Tarnovo, the former capital of Bulgaria. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the Tsarevets Fortress and explore the Old Town.

Veliko Tarnovo → Arbanasi → Plovdiv

Arbanasi - Explore the village of Arbanasi and its historic churches. Then, transfer to Plovdiv for an evening stroll through the Old Town and the Roman Amphitheatre.

Plovdiv & Thracian Valley Wine Tasting

Melnik - Start the day with a guided tour of Plovdiv. In the afternoon, enjoy a wine tasting session at a local winery in the Thracian Valley, featuring Mavrud, Rubin, and Melnik wines.

Plovdiv → Kazanlak → Stara Zagora (Midalidare Estate)

Kazanluk - Discover Kazanlak’s Rose Valley and a Thracian tomb, including cliffside beehive tombs. Stay at the Midalidare Estate winery hotel, where you can visit the wine museum, taste approximately eight premium wines, and enjoy dinner.

Stara Zagora → Sofia

Stara Zagora - Spend the morning exploring Stara Zagora’s attractions, such as the Roman Forum and the Neolithic Museum. Transfer back to Sofia, with an evening free or an optional folklore dinner.

Sofia City Tour

Sofia - Take a guided tour of Sofia, including the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Boyana Church, Serdica ruins, and the National History Museum. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon for shopping or visiting museums.

Sofia → Bucharest (Romania)

Bucharest - Travel to Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Spend the evening at your leisure, with a recommended guided dinner featuring local cuisine and wine.

Bucharest → Dealu Mare Wine Region

Bucharest - Embark on a city tour, visiting the Parliament, Old Town, and Revolution Square. In the afternoon, head to the Dealu Mare wine region for a vineyard tour and tasting.

Dealu Mare → Sinaia → Brasov

Brasov - Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia, then continue to Brașov for a walking tour of the Black Church and Old Town square.

Brașov → Bran Castle → Sighișoara

Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View - Explore Dracula’s Bran Castle and Rasnov Citadel. Drive to Sighișoara for a tour of the medieval hilltop citadel.

Sighișoara → Biertan → Sibiu

Biertan Fortified Church - Visit the UNESCO-listed Biertan fortified church. Tour Sibiu’s old town, known for its turn-of-the-century architecture and squares.

Sibiu → Bucharest

Sibiu - Enjoy a free morning or opt for a wine lunch in Sibiu. Return to Bucharest for a farewell dinner with a Romanian wine pairing.

Departure

Bucharest - Spend a leisurely morning in Bucharest before transferring to the airport for your return flight.

• Private transportation
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Entrance fees
• Breakfast
• Dinner

• Meals
• Flights
• Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated)
• Wine tastings, winery dinners, wine museums
• Entrance fees (fortresses, castles, museums, UNESCO sites)
• Optional folklore dinners or cultural shows
• Local specialist guides where required
• Tips and personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Visa fees (if applicable)

“Wines & Wonders: A 13-Day Journey Through Romania & Bulgaria” invites discerning travelers to explore the finest of Eastern Europe’s wine culture. Guests will savor local grape varieties such as Mavrud, Rubin, Melnik, and Fetească Neagră at boutique estates set amidst UNESCO heritage landscapes. This tour combines immersive tastings, including visits to Midalidare Estate and Thracian Valley vineyards, with historic sites—from the Dracula-rich citadel of Sighișoara to the ancient Bulgarian capitals of Veliko Tarnovo and Plovdiv. Each evening, guests will relax in carefully selected 4-star hotels that reflect the local character.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.