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Wine Roads of the Balkans & Central Europe: Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia & Hungary Tour

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Highlights

Thessaloniki & Naoussa wine region, Melnik boutique wineries, Plovdiv Old Town & Dragomir Winery, Sofia landmarks & Bulgarian wine estates, Topola Royal Cellars & Belgrade, Novi Sad & Fruška Gora wineries, Villány or Tokaj wine region, Budapest

Destinations

Sofia, Aleksandrovic Winery, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Amyndeon wine region, Belgrade, Belgrade Fortress, Budapest, Dragomir Winery, Edoardo Miroglio Winery, Fruška Gora wineries, Melnik, Midalidare Estate, Naoussa wine region, Nis, Novi Sad, Petrovaradin Fortress, Plovdiv Old Town, Skadarlija district, Szeged, Thessaloniki, Tokaj wine region, Topola Royal Oplenac Cellars, Villa Melnik Winery, Villány wine region, Vinarija Zvonko Bogdan, Zornitza Estate

Budget

From €1.540,- p.p excl. flight tickets

Tour Highlights

Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through the historic vineyards and vibrant wine cultures of Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Hungary. This exclusive Balkan wine tour invites you to indulge in tastings of award-winning vintages, stay in elegant 4-star wine resorts, and explore centuries-old wine-making traditions passed down through generations. From the sun-drenched hills of Northern Greece to the rolling plains of Hungary’s Tokaj region, each stop unveils a new layer of flavor, history, and charm. Perfect for wine lovers, foodies, and cultural explorers, this tailor-made Eastern European wine itinerary blends scenic landscapes, authentic cuisine, and premium experiences.

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Itinerary

Thessaloniki, Greece – Arrival & Welcome Wine Tasting

Arrival in Thessaloniki, transfer to 4* city boutique hotel
Welcome dinner with local wines from Northern Greece
Overnight in Thessaloniki

Naoussa & Amyndeon Wine Regions

Visit two prestigious wineries with tastings (Xinomavro, Assyrtiko)
Traditional lunch at vineyard estate
Overnight in Thessaloniki

Melnik Wine Region, Bulgaria

Cross border into Bulgaria
Wine tasting at Villa Melnik or Zornitza Estate
Check-in at boutique wine resort
Overnight in Melnik

Plovdiv – Cultural Walk & Wine Tasting

City tour of Old Town Plovdiv (UNESCO-listed)
Afternoon wine tasting at Dragomir Winery
Overnight in 4* boutique hotel in Plovdiv

Sofia & Wine in the Capital

Visit Edoardo Miroglio or Midalidare Estate en route
Explore Sofia – Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Roman ruins
Dinner with Bulgarian wine pairing
Overnight in Sofia

Nis & Topola, Serbia

Cross into Serbia, visit Topola wine cellars (Royal Oplenac)
Lunch and tasting at Aleksandrovic Winery
Continue to Belgrade
Overnight in Belgrade 4* hotel

Belgrade – Wine & Culture

Explore Belgrade Fortress & historic Skadarlija district
Afternoon visit to Vinarija Zvonko Bogdan or similar
Optional Danube River dinner cruise
Overnight in Belgrade

Novi Sad & Fruška Gora Wineries

Tour of Petrovaradin Fortress
Wine tastings at two boutique wineries
Drive to Szeged, Hungary – Overnight stay

Villány or Tokaj Wine Region, Hungary

Full-day wine experience in either:
Villány (Cabernet Franc, Kadarka)
Tokaj (Furmint, Aszú wines)
Tastings, cellar tour & farewell dinner
Overnight in Budapest

Budapest – Departure

Morning city highlights or leisure
Transfer to Budapest Airport

Services

Included

  • 9 nights accommodation in selected 3★ or 4★ hotels
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private guide/driver throughout the tour (10 days)
  • Rent-a-car for entire itinerary
  • Airport arrival & departure transfers
  • Cross-border logistics (Greece–Bulgaria–Serbia–Hungary)
  • Tour planning and operational handling

Excluded

  • Flights
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Wine tastings and winery visits
  • Entrance fees & cellar tours
  • Optional Danube dinner cruise
  • Local specialist guides where required
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
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