10 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore Melnik, Bulgaria’s smallest town and an architectural reserve
Visit Rozhen Monastery and admire the scenic sandstone formations
Discover a historic wine merchant’s house and taste local wines
Tour Villa Melnik wine cellar with family-guided tasting
Enjoy a scenic drive through mountains, valleys, and river canyons
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Explore the historic charm and wine heritage of the Melnik region on a full-day tour from Sofia. Melnik, Bulgaria’s smallest town and a declared architectural reserve, is famous for its wines and rich history. Settled by the Thracian tribe Medi and later by the Slavs, the town flourished under the First Bulgarian Empire and became the capital of Despot Alexius Slav’s principality in 1209. By the late 18th century, Melnik had 1,300 houses, seventy churches, and a population of around 20,000.
Your day begins with an 8:30 AM pick-up from Sofia, followed by a scenic 2.5-hour drive through mountains, valleys, and river canyons. Visit Rozhen Monastery and enjoy views of Melnik’s stunning sandstone formations.
Next, explore a historic wine merchant’s house in Melnik, enjoy lunch, and taste local wines in the private cellar. The tour concludes at Villa Melnik, one of Bulgaria’s top wine cellars, where a family-guided tasting awaits. Return to Sofia after a day filled with history, culture, and exceptional wine.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sofia
Guide in English
Parking fees
Entrance fees
Wine tasting in Orbelus or Villa Melnik wineries
Meals
Personal expenses
Comfortable shoes
Comfortable Clothes
Water Bottle
Not wheelchair accessible
Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets and hills
Bring a camera for scenic views and historic sites
Tour suitable for wine, history, and nature enthusiasts
Operates in all weather—dress accordingly
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