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Gastronomic Tour of Greece & Bulgaria

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Highlights

Thessaloniki culinary tour & urban winery tasting, Melnik boutique wineries & Zornitza estate stay, Plovdiv Old Town walk & Bulgarian cooking class, Sofia landmarks & Michelin‑recommended dinner, Rakia distillery visit & folklore evening

Destinations

Bansko, Plovdiv, Sofia, Melnik wine region, Pirin Mountains, Rupel Valley, Thessaloniki, Thracian Lowlands

Budget

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

Tour Highlights

Indulge your senses on a gastronomic Tour of Greece & Bulgaria, two of Europe’s most flavorful destinations. This expertly crafted gastronomic tour invites you to savor traditional Balkan dishes, take part in hands-on cooking classes, explore bustling food markets, and enjoy premium wine tastings in picturesque vineyards. With handpicked 4-star hotels, seamless transfers, and intimate group sizes, this tour is perfect for discerning travelers who wish to blend culture, history, and cuisine into one unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or a curious traveler, this gastronomic itinerary will leave you with lasting memories — and recipes to take home!

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Itinerary

Arrival in Thessaloniki (Greece)

Airport transfer
Check-in at The Met Hotel 4* or similar
Welcome dinner with Meze menu & local ouzo
Overnight in Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki Culinary Tour

Morning visit to Kapani & Modiano markets
Guided food tasting tour (bougatsa, koulouri, olives)
Visit local kafeneio for Greek coffee & dessert
Wine tasting in a boutique urban winery
Overnight in Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki – Melnik (Bulgaria)

Scenic drive to Bulgaria
Stop at Rupel Wine Cellar for tasting and lunch
Arrival in Melnik
Check-in at Zornitza Family Estate Relais & Châteaux 4*
Dinner with local organic dishes
Overnight in Melnik

Melnik Wine Region

Tour of Villa Melnik Winery with tastings
Traditional Bulgarian lunch in a village taverna
Free afternoon for spa & relaxation
Optional yogurt and banitsa cooking class
Overnight in Melnik

Melnik – Bansko – Plovdiv

Morning transfer via Bansko
Short tour and lunch in the mountain resort
Arrival in Plovdiv
Check-in at Hill House Hotel 4* or similar
Dinner at a trendy fusion restaurant
Overnight in Plovdiv

Plovdiv Food & Wine Day

Walking tour of the Old Town
Cheese tasting and Bulgarian charcuterie
Cooking class: Shopska salad & kavarma
Afternoon wine tasting at Dragomir Winery Estate
Overnight in Plovdiv

Plovdiv – Sofia

Drive to Sofia
Visit to local artisan food market and lunch
Check-in at Sense Hotel Sofia 4* or similar
Gourmet dinner at a Michelin-recommended restaurant
Overnight in Sofia

Sofia Exploration & Rakia Tasting

Guided cultural walking tour (Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Market Hall)
Visit a rakia distillery with tasting and snacks
Traditional dinner with live folklore music
Overnight in Sofia

Sofia – Thessaloniki

Return to Greece
Farewell lunch at a farm-to-table estate near Thessaloniki
Free evening
Overnight in The Met Hotel 4* or similar

Departure

Transfer to Thessaloniki Airport
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Services

Included

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

Excluded

  • Flights
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Wine tastings, rakia tastings, food tastings
  • Cooking classes and special workshops
  • Entrance fees (sites, wineries, distilleries)
  • Local specialist guides where required
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
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