Sofia: Koprivshtitsa and Panagyurishte Day Trip with Wine
ID: GYG1451629-2215908
Category:
Country: Bulgaria
Duration:
10:30 hours
Description
Explore the Revival town of Koprivshtitsa and see the Panagyurishte Golden Treasure on a day trip from Sofia. Enjoy a homemade rural lunch paired with local wines in a 19th-century house.
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Sofia. Travel east along the scenic Sub-Balkan Road toward Koprivshtitsa, arriving after around 2 hours. Set at the foot of Sredna Gora, this small town played an important role in the 1876 uprising against Ottoman rule and later became a symbol of the Bulgarian Revival period. Today, it is known for its preserved architecture. Walk along its cobblestone streets and visit one of the town’s house-museums as you learn more about this key chapter in Bulgarian history.
Continue to Panagyurishte, less than 40 km away, for lunch and wine tasting. In an authentic 19th-century house, enjoy a rural meal prepared by the owner, Maria, who is described as a culinary master. Your lunch is paired with wines from the local producer Rumelia, especially known here for its red wines. After the meal, visit the city museum to see the Panagyurishte Golden Treasure, a remarkable Thracian set dating from the 4th to 3rd century BC that was once used in wine rituals. At the end of the tour, return to Sofia, with hotel drop-off expected around 7:00 PM.
Highlights
- Discover the preserved Revival town of Koprivshtitsa on a guided tour
- Visit the museum of the Panagyurishte Golden Treasure and learn its history
- Enjoy a homemade rural lunch paired with local wines in a 19th-century house
- Travel along the scenic Sub-Balkan Road with a small group of up to 7 people
- Learn about the 1876 uprising against Ottoman rule and the Bulgarian Revival
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour runs year-round and is available daily
Minimum participation is 2 people
The activity includes walking on cobblestone streets
The guide speaks English and German
Small group limited to 7 participants
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by car or bus
- Rural lunch
- Wine tasting
- Museum entry tickets
- Taxes
- licensed guide and wine expert (WSET 3) - Ivaylo Katerski
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
