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Surrounded by sprawling parkland, Sofia, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Bulgaria, lies at the foot of popular ski mountain, Vitosha. With a history that stretches over seven millennia, ruin-rich Sofia is one of Europe's oldest cities. The National Historical Museum is one of Eastern Europe's most extensive. Wide, cobblestone boulevards, charming boutiques and truly electrifying nightlife star in this city of 1.3 million. Trolleys, trams and buses traverse the dynamic city.
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1. The Craft Beer Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Taste more than 6 unique craft beers, travel to a craft beer microbrewery, try a beer in its original recipe from 1884 and visit the craft beer bar with the widest choice of beers in whole of Sofia! Experience the history of beer making in Bulgaria accompanied by a funny and knowledgeable local tour guide and beer lover! Discover the interesting story of the first brewery in Sofia which famously became the official supplier of the King and the Royal Palace. Travel to one of the first modern craft beer breweries in Sofia where its owner will guide you along the whole process of beer making. Taste freshly made beer, try unique malt snacks, feel the brewing passion and hear the mill make miracles! This complete experience is designed for beer lovers! If you and your friends are such - this tour is definitely a must do!
Inclusions: Snacks, All beer tastings, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 103julie8888
We highly recommend this tour with this tour company! Veneta was our guide and we had so much fun! She bought us to quaint and lovely little bakeries, wine store and restaurant to try the tastes of Bulgaria. She was enthusiastic and knowledgeable and was ready to answer any of our questions. It was a very personal experience and one we have already recommended to our friends! Thank you, Veneta, for a wonderful afternoon!
2. Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars
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4.9 based on 178 reviews
This is the only pub crawl in Sofia that runs every single night and people from all over the world can meet and talk to each other, while having fun visiting 5 different and unique nightlife venues in Sofia. During the week we go to the more hidden places, where you will learn the history to some of the bars. During the weekend we visit some bigger places where you can have some fun and dance. Socialites can escape the beaten path, make new friends, and discover a new side of Sofia on this pub crawl that focuses on the city’s hidden bars. Exploring the nightlife of Sofia at a civilised pace, with no drinking games or rowdiness, learn about Bulgarian history as you discover four bars and finally a club. Tour includes free drinks and free entry to the club.
Inclusions: During the course of the pub crawl our guests will receive couple of beers or wine and shots in different locations. During the weekend the entrance to the club will be for free as well.
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By I9535ATjorgee
Best pub crawl i've ever been too. Super suprised by the tour guide. Especially Galena. Went to Pub crawl twice because of her. ????
3. Tipsy Pub Crawl Sofia
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
Let's go Tipsy pub crawl Sofia is a fun & eccentric mix between a tour and a bar hop! Our guides will show you the best local bars and pubs which vary from night to night. We will visit a variety of venues for a drink or two and when we get tipsy enough we are going to a club with free entry for all the tipsy pub crawlers. This pub crawl is a civilized exsposure to the bar culture of Sofia all managed and marshalled by our lovely guides. At the end of the night you will not only feel comfortable walking around night Sofia but you will feel like a true bulgarian(or a tipsy one). Our tour includes: Bars and pubs: 4 (at the perfect center of Sofia) Free long drinks(beer or wine): 3 Shots: 2,3,4,5,6... depends on the night Free entry to a TOP night club Discounts of beverages Meeting other travelers and having an awesome experience PRICE 30BGN
Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By BrynO1985
Tipsy bar tour was an awesome experience! The group was full of positive and happy people just like the guides! 4 bars and one club later we were all friends thanks to our host Misho. The bars were quite nice and very different than what we have in my country. I had probably the best drink in my life in one of the bars, a cocktail with gin that was just perfect! I don’t remember the name of the bar, but the bartender, Kamea was just the best bartender ever! Tipsy is definitely something you need to do if you are in Sofia during the weekend!
4. Sofia Finest Craft Beer Tour
Experiencing one of the best craft beer bars in Sofia with a nice atmosphere and local and imported craft beers. You will learn a lot about the culture and the history of Sofia (the capital of Bulgaria) and the preparation methods how the craft beers are created. We will test a few of them and have a nice dinner and I will guide you where you can buy some of them for home.
Inclusions: Beer tasting
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5. Sofia Bar Crawl
This is an unique product offering you to experience 4 Sofia bars with welcome drinks. The rate covers 4 welcome alcoholic drinks in each of the spots. Lead by a local guide and delivering a personalized e-guide this tour could be implemented during the day and in the evening. Come and experience Sofia like no other!
Inclusions: Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device., Extremely easy to use at your own pace & needs, Professional local guide, 4 bars with welcome drinks included in the rate
Exclusions: Personal expenses
Reviewed By EKaterina1710
I love self-guided tours! That one for Sofia was great! Full info, full gps itinerary, easy and handy electronic guide in the language requested! Super nice and affordable way to explore Sofia's secrets!
6. Plovdiv-History and Craft beer Small Group Tour
During this day we will try to introduce to you the philosophy and history of this ancient and beautiful city Plovdiv. The locals are calling this way of thinking “Aylak”. There is no single definition of this word but in general, it means “Don’t Worry, Be Happy“. You will have guided visits to the main historical sites in the old part of Plovdiv, including some interesting museums. In the afternoon, you will enjoy the unique atmosphere of the city in the part called “The trap” where you will try a good local craft beer and relax. When we finish with the Old town we will continue our adventure toward the oldest brewery in Bulgaria. It was established in 1881 and still is one of the biggest beer producers in Bulgaria. We will visit their craft microbrewery, situated in the remains of the old production facilities. You will have the chance to taste their best beers, to have a guided visit to the production area, and to have a great lunch in their restaurant.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Beer tasting of 6 Bulgarian craft beers, Entrance fees in the scheduled sites , Highly educated professional guide
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By christS4874QK
I was picked up at my hotel in the morning and taken to where the bikes and gear are kept. Adrian greeted me with a warm welcome and I was quickly outfitted with very nice riding gear. Adrian completed an overview of the trip, a safety brief, and we were on our way. After a short ride through town, we were soon on the highway heading south from Sofia for about an hour. The traffic was light and this was a nice ride. We stopped at a rest stop and Adrian made sure that I was comfortable and that everything was well. After a quick snack and rest, we were back on the highway. After a short ride, we quickly exited the highway and the real fun began! The ride up the mountain was spectacular! Adrian kept a nice pace and checked on me often (as I had not ridden in a few years). After a 45-minute winding ride up the gorgeous hillside, we arrived at the Rila Monastery. What a beautiful place with a rich history set with high mountain tops in the background. Adrian, who had a tourism degree, provided a detailed account of the amazing story of the monastery from it's beginnings to modern-day. After a few hours strolling around the grounds, we got back on the bikes and went a short way back down the mountain and enjoyed an incredible lunch at a very nice restaurant and sat right next to a beautiful river. The fresh trout was delicious! The tour then took a detour to a very nice winery and I purchased four bottles of wine to enjoy with my wife back in the States. This was a beautiful place, set in the vineyards, surrounded by flowers, with the majestic mountains off in the distance. The last leg was very nice back roads returning to Sofia. Adrian stopped a number of times to point out very interesting aspects from the Soviet era, including an enormous metals factory (miles long), and a portion of the road we were on that, was actually part of an old military runway. The tour ended nearly 10 hours after it began, back at my hotel. I left the bike and front and Adrian returned later to retrieve it. This was a very professional operation and Adrian could not have been a better guide and riding partner. What an amazing day we had! I can not wait to return to beautiful Sofia and it's amazing people and take another tour with this tremendous outfit! Adrian, as promised, provided a really cool video of our day from his 360 degree HD camera so I may revisit the wonderful experience. Well done!
