Gastronomic Tour of Greece & Bulgaria

Gastronomic Tour of Greece & Bulgaria

By Radfesta Travel and Tours

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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Indulge your senses on a gastronomic Tour of Greece & Bulgaria, two of Europe’s most flavourful
destinations. This expertly crafted gastronomic tour invites you to savour 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 travellers who wish to blend culture, history, and cuisine
into one unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or a curious traveller, this
gastronomic itinerary will leave you with lasting memories — and recipes to take home!

Activity location

Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki, Greece

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Gastronomic Tour of Greece & Bulgaria

Pickup included

Travellers

Starting time: 08:00

Price details

€1,755.00 x 1 Adult€1,755.00

Total

Until Wed, 25 Mar

What's included, what's not

9 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
Airport arrival & departure transfers
Tour planning and operational handling
Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
Private guide/driver for 10 days
Cross-border logistics Greece–Bulgaria–Greece
Lunch and dinners excluded
Flights
Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated)
Visa fees (if applicable)
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

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialised infant seats are available
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Thessaloniki (Greece)

1 stop
Meals: snacks
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Thessaloniki

Airport transfer Welcome dinner with Meze menu & local ouzo

Day 2: Thessaloniki Culinary Tour

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Thessaloniki

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

Day 3: Thessaloniki – Melnik (Bulgaria)

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Melnik

Scenic drive to Bulgaria Stop at Rupel Wine Cellar for tasting and lunch Arrival in Melnik Dinner with local organic dishes

Day 4: Melnik Wine Region

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Melnik

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

Day 5: Melnik – Bansko – Plovdiv

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Plovdiv

Morning transfer via Bansko Short tour and lunch in the mountain resort Arrival in Plovdiv Dinner at a trendy fusion restaurant

Day 6: Plovdiv Food Wine Day

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Plovdiv

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

Day 7: Plovdiv – Sofia

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Sofia

Drive to Sofia Visit to local artisan food market and lunch Gourmet dinner at a Michelin-recommended restaurant

Day 8: Sofia Exploration Rakia Tasting

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Sofia

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

Day 9: Sofia – Thessaloniki

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 4★

Thessaloniki

Return to Greece Farewell lunch at a farm-to-table estate near Thessaloniki Free evening

Day 10: Departure

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Thessaloniki

Transfer to Thessaloniki Airport

Location

Activity location

Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki, Greece

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