Location: Veliko Tarnovo
Top Things to do in Veliko Tarnovo
The 8 Best Wine Tours & Tastings in Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo Province
Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgarian: Велико Търново, "Great Tarnovo") Bulgarian pronunciation: [vɛˈliko ˈtɤ̞rnovo] is a city in north central Bulgaria and the administrative centre of Veliko Tarnovo Province.
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1. 2 Days 2 Countries: Visit Bulgaria in 2-Day Private Trip from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This amazing 2-day private trip taking you from the Romanian capital – Bucharest, to the neighboring country of Bulgaria is a great way to discover two unique countries full of East European charm. The trip starts early in the morning when we will pick you up from your hotel in Bucharest and begin our journey to Bulgaria, to the foothills of the Balkan Mountains. We cover so many interesting sights on the way through Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo, Gurkovo, Kazanlak, Stara Zagora and have the overnight in Plovdiv. There are 2 lunch included, wine tasting and walking tours in the cities of Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo and Plovdiv. The entrance fees for most of the sights are included in the price and getting into sights is as per the itinerary. Your private guide could customize this tour to fit anything you like. Enjoy with your private guide in a private comfortable car!
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, 1 night accommodation in a 4* hotel in Plovdiv, Breakfast and 2 lunches – in Veliko Tarnovo and Ruse, Wine tasting, Professional tour guide and driver, Pick up and drop off Bucharest, Personalized e-guide with all sights info for convenience
Exclusions: Private expenses and insurance
Reviewed By WorldTravelerDora
My idea was to have a day trip from the Romanian capital in Bulgaria and if I like it to stay and explore more. I loved Ruse and Veliko Tarnovo and actually did not go back to Bucharest at the end of the tour. Those 2 cities truly fascinated me and I wanted more off-the-beaten path of Bulgaria. I recommend you this tour as fantastic is not enough to express it!
2. Winery tour and tasting of 3 wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience the degustation of wines produced in a small scale, craft winery. Learn about the winemaking traditions and present tendencies in Veliko Tarnovo region. Taste traditional gourmet foods and match them with the wine. Enjoy the rural scenery and mountain views.
Inclusions: Snacks, wine
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Reviewed By PolinaGancheva
Very interesting and modern winery offering a great choice of white and red wines. The whole place is designed with great taste, care and attention to every detail. They also have incredible sparkling wine Pinot Noir which has been awarded best sparkling wine on the Balkans. Our tour of Yalovo winery was really nice, it is definitely an amazing place to visit while you are around.
3. Tasting of 5 Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Only at Wine Tasting Centre you will be introduced to the best wineries of Central Northern Bulgaria. Boutique wine cellars and those with long lasting traditions come together to reveal the secrets of the local wine types. You will have the opportunity to taste and buy their best quality wines from local and international types. Our team will introduce you to the background of the cellars and everything you need to know of the local terroir. The region is known for its unique wine grape varieties such as Gamza, Red Misket, Dimyat. They are the reason our local wines are fresh, smooth and fruity - following the world tasting trend.
Inclusions: 5 types of wine
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4. 6-Day Private Boutique Tour: Wine and History of Bulgaria
By this, carefully selected itinerary, you will stay a bit out of the most touristic places of Bulgaria and get deeper in the atmosphere of our history, culture, the way of living in different time periods and, of course, the wine, which is seriously involved in it. We can say that this tour is more like a boutique one because it is a wonderful combination of nature, sightseeing, traditions with 2 overnights in some of the best chateau in Bulgaria, where you will enjoy great food, served with the appropriate wine. The rest of the evenings you will enjoy beautiful towns and cities, like Tryavna, the Medieval capital of Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo and the pearl on the Danube river - Ruse.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance fees, 6 nights at recommended hotels, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunches, dinners & beverages
Reviewed By christS4874QK
I was picked up at my hotel in the morning and taken to where the bikes and gear are kept. Adrian greeted me with a warm welcome and I was quickly outfitted with very nice riding gear. Adrian completed an overview of the trip, a safety brief, and we were on our way. After a short ride through town, we were soon on the highway heading south from Sofia for about an hour. The traffic was light and this was a nice ride. We stopped at a rest stop and Adrian made sure that I was comfortable and that everything was well. After a quick snack and rest, we were back on the highway. After a short ride, we quickly exited the highway and the real fun began! The ride up the mountain was spectacular! Adrian kept a nice pace and checked on me often (as I had not ridden in a few years). After a 45-minute winding ride up the gorgeous hillside, we arrived at the Rila Monastery. What a beautiful place with a rich history set with high mountain tops in the background. Adrian, who had a tourism degree, provided a detailed account of the amazing story of the monastery from it's beginnings to modern-day. After a few hours strolling around the grounds, we got back on the bikes and went a short way back down the mountain and enjoyed an incredible lunch at a very nice restaurant and sat right next to a beautiful river. The fresh trout was delicious! The tour then took a detour to a very nice winery and I purchased four bottles of wine to enjoy with my wife back in the States. This was a beautiful place, set in the vineyards, surrounded by flowers, with the majestic mountains off in the distance. The last leg was very nice back roads returning to Sofia. Adrian stopped a number of times to point out very interesting aspects from the Soviet era, including an enormous metals factory (miles long), and a portion of the road we were on that, was actually part of an old military runway. The tour ended nearly 10 hours after it began, back at my hotel. I left the bike and front and Adrian returned later to retrieve it. This was a very professional operation and Adrian could not have been a better guide and riding partner. What an amazing day we had! I can not wait to return to beautiful Sofia and it's amazing people and take another tour with this tremendous outfit! Adrian, as promised, provided a really cool video of our day from his 360 degree HD camera so I may revisit the wonderful experience. Well done!
5. Tasting of 5 Wines + Special Selection of Appetisers
Only at Wine Tasting Centre you will be introduced to the best wineries of Central Northern Bulgaria. Boutique wine cellars and those with long lasting traditions come together to reveal the secrets of the local wine types. You will have the opportunity to taste and buy their best quality wines from local and international types. Our team will introduce you to the background of the cellars and everything you need to know of the local terroir. The region is known for its unique wine grape varieties such as Gamza, Red Misket, Dimyat. They are the reason our local wines are fresh, smooth and fruity - following the world tasting trend.
Inclusions: Wine Tasting, Degustation (cream cow cheese, duck meat pate, and cream goat cheese with truffles)
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Reviewed By McGillI
Wine tasting options to suit all - solo travellers or groups of 40 - all local wineries, the owner Stan himself makes some of the wine, and consults on some of the others, so he knows his stiff... prices starting at 10 for 3 wines, 15 for 5, it’s great value - great wine - and great entertainment
6. Tasting of 3 Wines
Only at Wine Tasting Centre you will be introduced to the best wineries of Central Northern Bulgaria. Boutique wine cellars and those with long lasting traditions come together to reveal the secrets of the local wine types. You will have the opportunity to taste and buy their best quality wines from local and international types. Our team will introduce you to the background of the cellars and everything you need to know of the local terroir. The region is known for its unique wine grape varieties such as Gamza, Red Misket, Dimyat. They are the reason our local wines are fresh, smooth and fruity - following the world tasting trend.
Inclusions: Professional Guide
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Reviewed By McGillI
Wine tasting options to suit all - solo travellers or groups of 40 - all local wineries, the owner Stan himself makes some of the wine, and consults on some of the others, so he knows his stiff... prices starting at 10 for 3 wines, 15 for 5, it’s great value - great wine - and great entertainment
7. Tasting of 3 Wines + Special Selection of Appetisers
Only at Wine Tasting Centre you will be introduced to the best wineries of Central Northern Bulgaria. Boutique wine cellars and those with long lasting traditions come together to reveal the secrets of the local wine types. You will have the opportunity to taste and buy their best quality wines from local and international types. Our team will introduce you to the background of the cellars and everything you need to know of the local terroir. The region is known for its unique wine grape varieties such as Gamza, Red Misket, Dimyat. They are the reason our local wines are fresh, smooth and fruity - following the world tasting trend.
Inclusions: Wine Tasting, Special Selection of Appetizers
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Reviewed By McGillI
Wine tasting options to suit all - solo travellers or groups of 40 - all local wineries, the owner Stan himself makes some of the wine, and consults on some of the others, so he knows his stiff... prices starting at 10 for 3 wines, 15 for 5, it’s great value - great wine - and great entertainment
8. Veliko Tarnovo Exquisite Wine Tasting
Taste an unforgettable selection of Bulgarian wines with appetizers. We have sorted the best of the best so that you can say "Yes, I tasted true Bulgarian wine". Come and try this absolute favorite experience in Veliko Tarnovo.
Inclusions: Sommelier explaining you about the wines and the food, Traditional Bulgarian appetizers (good during lunch or dinner time), Tasting of a selection of 4 Bulgarian wines
Exclusions: Personal expenses
