Three-day timeless Sofia: a taste of Bulgaria and traditions
Overview
This three-day experience in Sofia offers an insight into Bulgaria's living traditions, weaving together history, taste and cultural heritage.
One of the highlights is a guided yoghurt tasting that delves into the story behind Bulgaria's famous kiselo mlyako. More than a staple of the national cuisine, it is a symbol of Bulgarian identity. You'll learn about its unique fermentation process, cultural significance and place in everyday life, while enjoying a sensory experience that's both unusual and memorable.
The journey continues into the evening with a celebration of Bulgarian folklore, cuisine and ritual. A traditional dinner introduces regional dishes alongside music and dance that reflect the country’s rural heritage and communal spirit. The evening builds towards the powerful Nestinari fire-dancing ritual, a centuries-old tradition recognised by UNESCO, where dancers perform barefoot over glowing embers in a deeply symbolic expression of faith and tradition.
- Operated with an English-speaking local guide during the Bulgarian Yoghurt Tasting Experience
- 2 nights’ accommodation: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Budapest or similar 3*
- 2 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
- Arrival private transfer from Sofia Airport to the hotel
- Departure private transfer from the hotel to Sofia Airport
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary: Bulgarian Yoghurt Tasting Experience and Bulgarian Night with Traditional Folklore (Day 2)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off for the Yoghurt Experience and Dinner with Folklore and Nestinari Dances.
- We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes before the scheduled start time
- Visa fees
- Domestic and International flights
- Meals and drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Optional tours (if any)
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances, such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Meeting point
If you cancel up to 1 week 1 day before, you can still receive a 50% refund.