Spending a few days in Sofia? Make the most of them 🗺️

March 19, 2026

Hi travel enthusiasts 👋

Sofia is an awesome base, but some of Bulgaria's most memorable sights are just a short drive away.

If you have a day (or two) available while you're in the capital, we can take you somewhere you will not forget. No need to rent a car or figure out public transport. Just show up, and we'll handle the rest.

🚗 Where can you go?

These are some of our most popular day trips from Sofia:

Rila Monastery

Bulgaria's most iconic landmark is tucked into the mountains about 2 hours from Sofia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning frescoes and a setting that feels straight out of a fairy tale.

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Plovdiv

One of Europe's oldest cities and a real favourite with our travelers. Cobbled streets, colourful Revival-era houses, a Roman amphitheatre, and delicious food. Easy to fall in love with.

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Buzludzha Monument

Bulgaria's famous UFO-shaped communist monument sits alone on a mountain peak. Strange, dramatic, and completely unlike anything else you'll see.

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Melnik & Wine Tasting

Bulgaria's smallest town, carved into sandstone cliffs, with centuries-old wine cellars to explore and taste.

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Seven Rila Lakes

A chain of glacial lakes lives high in the Rila Mountains. A day spent in nature is ideal for anyone who loves hiking and big views.

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Veliko Tarnovo

Bulgaria's medieval capital, built dramatically on hills above a river gorge, with a hilltop fortress that dominates the skyline.

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And if you fancy crossing a border, we also run day trips to Skopje, North Macedonia, and Niš, Serbia, both fascinating cities just a couple of hours away.

We can always include additional stops that aren’t mentioned. Just tell us your interest, and we’ll curate the itinerary that suits you. That’s the beauty of customizable private tours.

What our travelers say

Fantastic, was unaware of the incredible landscape of Bulgaria. Great way to see it with a day trip from Sofia. Be prepared for a long day of driving on windy roads, so appreciated the knowledge and effort of our guide.

Zac K, USA

We went on two day tours both from Sofia. The first was to Belogradchik which was a great experience and our guide Nadya told us the history behind the place which was really good to know. The second day we went to Buzludzha and that was another great experience one i would recommend to anyone looking to go Bulgaria. Everything was great about the tours and i wasn't disappointed.

Sam J, UK

Ready to explore?

All tours include a private vehicle and a knowledgeable local guide who will pick you up directly from your hotel. You choose the day and the destination, and we'll take care of the rest.

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Let’s travel together!

Adriana from Private Guide Bulgaria