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Greece & Bulgaria Tour: Athens, Meteora & Sofia in 10 Days

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Length

10 days

Itinerary

10 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

English

Overview

Explore two of Europe's most captivating countries on this private 10-day guided tour through Greece and Bulgaria, combining ancient mythology, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and Eastern European culture in one seamless journey.

Begin in Athens with the Acropolis and Parthenon, the most visited ancient monument in the world. Travel north to Delphi, the sacred oracle of the ancient Greeks, before reaching the breathtaking Meteora monasteries, perched atop towering rock pillars and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue through Thessaloniki, Greece's vibrant second city, before crossing into Bulgaria.

Discover Sofia, Bulgaria's capital, and visit the iconic Rila Monastery, Bulgaria's most beloved UNESCO site set deep in mountain forests. Wind through Plovdiv, one of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited cities.

End with a peaceful stop in the historic village of Arbanasi before your departure from Sofia.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Arrival in Athens, Greece⌄

    Airport pick-up and transfer to your hotel. Leisure time or optional Athens by Night tour.

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  2. 2Athens – City Tour⌄

    Guided visit: Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Syntagma Square. Afternoon free for Plaka exploration or optional Cape Sounion excursion. Overnight in Athens

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  3. 3Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka⌄

    Drive through scenic countryside to Delphi. Visit the Temple of Apollo & Delphi Museum. Continue to Kalambaka near Meteora.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  4. 4Meteora – Thessaloniki⌄

    Visit two UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries. Scenic drive to Thessaloniki.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  5. 5Thessaloniki – Sofia (Bulgaria)⌄

    Morning Thessaloniki city tour: White Tower, Roman Rotunda, Galerius Arch. Cross the border to Bulgaria.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  6. 6Sofia – Rila Monastery – Sofia⌄

    Visit the famous Rila Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Return to Sofia for a guided city tour: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St. George Rotunda.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  7. 7Sofia – Plovdiv⌄

    Transfer to Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s cultural capital. Explore the Old Town, Roman Theatre, Ethnographic Museum.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  8. 8Plovdiv – Veliko Tarnovo⌄

    Travel to Veliko Tarnovo, the medieval capital of Bulgaria. Visit Tsarevets Fortress and Samovodska Charshia.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  9. 9Veliko Tarnovo – Sofia⌄

    Scenic return to Sofia with optional stop in the picturesque village of Arbanassi. Farewell dinner with Bulgarian folklore show (optional).

    Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

    Overnight: Hotel 4★

  10. 10Departure⌄

    Transfer to Sofia Airport or optional extension in Bulgaria.

    Meals: Breakfast

What's included

  • ✓Border assistance
  • ✓9 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
  • ✓Airport arrival & departure transfers
  • ✓All land transportation Greece – Bulgaria
  • ✓Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Tour planning and operational coordination
  • ✓Private guide/driver for 10 days
  • ✓Breakfast

Not included

  • ✕minibar, extra tastings/meals
  • ✕Flights
  • ✕Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated)
  • ✕Entrance fees (Acropolis, Meteora monasteries, Delphi, museums)
  • ✕Optional excursions (Cape Sounion, folklore dinner)
  • ✕Local specialist guides where required
  • ✕Tips and personal expenses
  • ✕Travel insurance
  • ✕Visa fees (if applicable)

Good to know

Starts: Travelers who do not require airport pickup can meet the guide directly at their hotel reception in Sofia.

Ends: Continue to Athens airport for departure transfer.

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

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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