Arrival in Thessaloniki (Greece)

Thessaloniki - Airport transfer
Welcome dinner featuring a Meze menu and local ouzo

Thessaloniki Culinary Tour

Thessaloniki - Morning exploration of Kapani & Modiano markets
Guided food tasting tour including bougatsa, koulouri, and olives
Visit a local kafeneio for Greek coffee and dessert
Wine tasting at a boutique urban winery

Thessaloniki – Melnik (Bulgaria)

Melnik - Scenic drive to Bulgaria
Stop at Rupel Wine Cellar for tasting and lunch
Arrival in Melnik
Dinner featuring local organic dishes

Melnik Wine Region

Melnik - Tour of Villa Melnik Winery with tastings
Traditional Bulgarian lunch at a village taverna
Free afternoon for spa and relaxation
Optional yogurt and banitsa cooking class

Melnik – Bansko – Plovdiv

Plovdiv - Morning transfer via Bansko
Brief tour and lunch at the mountain resort
Arrival in Plovdiv
Dinner at a trendy fusion restaurant

Plovdiv Food Wine Day

Plovdiv - Walking tour of the Old Town
Cheese tasting and Bulgarian charcuterie
Cooking class: Shopska salad and kavarma
Afternoon wine tasting at Dragomir Winery Estate

Plovdiv – Sofia

Sofia - Drive to Sofia
Visit to a local artisan food market and lunch
Gourmet dinner at a Michelin-recommended restaurant

Sofia Exploration Rakia Tasting

Sofia - Guided cultural walking tour (Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Market Hall)
Visit a rakia distillery with tasting and snacks
Traditional dinner with live folklore music

Sofia – Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki - Return to Greece
Farewell lunch at a farm-to-table estate near Thessaloniki
Free evening

Departure

Thessaloniki - Transfer to Thessaloniki Airport

• 9 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
• Airport arrival & departure transfers
• Tour planning and operational handling
• Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
• Dinner
• Private guide/driver for 10 days
• Breakfast
• Cross-border logistics Greece–Bulgaria–Greece

• Meals
• Flights
• Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated)
• Visa fees (if applicable)
• Wine tastings, rakia tastings, food tastings
• Cooking classes and special workshops
• Entrance fees (sites, wineries, distilleries)
• Local specialist guides where required
• Tips and personal expenses
• Travel insurance

Embark on a culinary journey through Greece and Bulgaria, two of Europe’s most delectable destinations. This meticulously designed gastronomic tour invites participants to relish traditional Balkan cuisine, engage in interactive cooking classes, explore lively food markets, and enjoy exquisite wine tastings in scenic vineyards. With carefully selected 4-star accommodations, smooth transfers, and small group sizes, this tour is ideal for discerning travelers looking to combine culture, history, and gastronomy into one remarkable adventure. Whether a seasoned gourmet or an inquisitive traveler, this culinary itinerary promises lasting memories and recipes to cherish!

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