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Gastronomic Tour of Greece, North Macedonia, Serbia & Bulgaria

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Highlights

Thessaloniki, Modiano Market, Kapani Market, Epanomi wine region, Edessa Waterfalls, Heraclea Lyncestis archaeological site, Bitola Old Bazaar, Tikveš wine region, Skopje Old Bazaar, Matka Canyon, Vranje, Niš & Skull Tower, Belgrade, Zemun, Pirot, Sofia, Plovdiv & Kapana district

Destinations

Bitola, Plovdiv, Sofia, Belgrade, Dragoman, Edessa, Epanomi wine region, Heraclea Lyncestis, Matka Canyon, Nis, Pirot, Skopje, Thessaloniki, Tikveš wine region, Vranje, Zemun

Budget

From €1.860,- p.p excl. flight tickets

Tour Highlights

Embark on an unforgettable gastronomic tour through the Balkans, exploring the rich flavors and time-honored recipes of Greece, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Bulgaria. This 12-day culinary journey takes you through historic cities, traditional villages, lush vineyards, and authentic eateries, where you‘ll savor local delicacies, visit family-run wineries, and take part in immersive cooking classes. From the seafood and meze of Thessaloniki to the robust Balkan grills of Belgrade and the yogurt- laden dishes of Sofia, every meal is a feast for the senses. Designed for food lovers seeking authenticity, this tour also includes stays in hand-picked 4-star boutique hotels for the perfect blend of comfort and cultural immersion.

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Itinerary

Arrival in Thessaloniki, Greece

Transfer to 4* hotel in city center
Welcome dinner with traditional meze and ouzo
Overnight: The Met Hotel Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki Food & Wine Tour

Morning market walk (Modiano, Kapani)
Visit to local winery in Epanomi with tastings
Dinner at a gourmet taverna with live bouzouki
Overnight: The Met Hotel Thessaloniki

To Bitola via Edessa & Heraclea Lyncestis

Stop at Edessa waterfalls
Lunch at a countryside estate
Explore ancient ruins of Heraclea Lyncestis
Overnight: Hotel Epinal, Bitola

Bitola – Wine & Traditional Cuisine

Guided walk in Old Bazaar
Cooking workshop: ajvar & tavche gravche
Wine tasting at Tikveš wine region
Overnight: Hotel Epinal, Bitola

Skopje – City Flavors & Ottoman Heritage

Walk in Old Bazaar, Matka Canyon visit
Traditional lunch: kebapi & shopska salad
Overnight: Hotel Park Skopje

To Niš, Serbia via Vranje

Stop in Vranje for grilled delicacies
Explore Skull Tower and local bakery in Niš
Dinner with Serbian rakija tasting
Overnight: Ambasador Hotel, Niš

Niš to Belgrade – Royal Food Traditions

Transfer to Belgrade with lunch en route
Dinner at historic „?“ tavern with local band
Overnight: Hotel Moskva, Belgrade

Belgrade Culinary Day

Farmers‘ market tour & Serbian cooking class
Afternoon wine and cheese pairing in Zemun
Overnight: Hotel Moskva, Belgrade

To Sofia, Bulgaria via Pirot & Dragoman

Cheese tasting in Pirot
Lunch in mountain village restaurant
Overnight: Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel, Sofia

Sofia Gastronomic Exploration

Guided city walk with tastings (banitsa, lyutenitsa)
Visit to local bio-farm with homemade lunch
Evening folklore dinner with wine pairing
Overnight: Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel, Sofia

Plovdiv Wine & Food Heritage

Full-day trip to Plovdiv and wine estates
Lunch in Kapana district
Overnight: Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel, Sofia

Departure from Sofia

Transfer to Sofia Airport

Services

Included

  • 11 nights accommodation in selected 3★ or 4★ hotels
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private guide/driver throughout the tour (12 days)
  • Rent-a-car for entire itinerary
  • Airport arrival & departure transfers
  • All cross-border logistics and assistance
  • Tour planning and operational handling

Excluded

  • Flights
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Wine tastings, food tastings, cooking classes
  • Entrance fees (sites, museums, workshops)
  • Local specialist guides if required
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
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