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Full-Day Wine Tour from Plovdiv to South Sakar

Special Tour Full-day tour
Sakar, Bulgaria Tour Guide: Ekaterina Terzieva

Discover the beauty and richness of South Sakar — a land of ancient Thracian rulers and exceptional boutique wines. This full-day wine tour from Plovdiv combines fascinating cultural heritage with premium tastings at two renowned wineries nestled among rolling hills and vineyards.

You’ll travel in comfort from Plovdiv into the heart of South Sakar, exploring archaeological treasures, iconic megaliths, and two wineries that highlight the region’s unique terroir. The experience blends history, landscape, and wine — all guided by a knowledgeable expert who brings the stories of the land and its wines to life.

This full‑day tour lasts approximately 9–10 hours and includes hotel/Airbnb pick‑up and drop‑off in Plovdiv.

Place of departure/arrival

Pick‑up and drop‑off from/to your address in Plovdiv

The tour price includes

  • Pick‑up and drop‑off from/to your address in Plovdiv
  • Transportation in a comfortable car or minivan
  • Wine tastings at Bratanov Winery and Basarea Winery
  • Five‑course tasting at each winery with professional introductions
  • Visit to Alexandrovo Tomb and museum center with a lecture
  • Visit to the dolmens near Hlyabovo

The tour price does not include

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses and purchases (wine, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Travel/medical insurance
  • Tips

Purchase opportunity

Purchase opportunity for Bulgarian wine at producer prices.

What to Expect

Thracian Legacy at the Alexandrovo Tomb

Begin your day with a visit to the remarkable Alexandrovo Tomb dating from the 4th century BC. At the museum center, a precisely crafted replica of the tomb and its vivid murals reveal powerful scenes of Thracian rulers, rituals, and daily life — offering a unique window into an ancient civilization.

Bratanov Winery Experience

Your first wine stop is at the family‑run Bratanov Winery near Harmanli, where the warm climate, sunny autumns, and well‑drained soils shape concentrated and fragrant wines. Enjoy a five‑course wine tasting paired with appetizers, and learn from the owner about the winery’s history and the varieties thriving on these slopes.

Lunch Break (Optional)

Take free time for lunch at a local restaurant in the Harmanli area. (Lunch is not included in the tour price.)

Dolmens of Hlyabovo

In the afternoon, explore the megalithic dolmens near the village of Hlyabovo — ancient stone structures set among gentle hills. Walk among these silent markers of ritual and belief and feel the deep connection between landscape, culture, and wine.

Basarea Winery Tasting

At the elegant Basarea Winery, enjoy a second five‑step tasting, featuring wines paired with regional dairy, meats, and seasonal fruits. Your wine guide will explain how the elements of Sakar — sun, wind, soil, and human care — shape the style of each wine.

Return to Plovdiv

After a day of culture and wine, you’ll be returned to your hotel or address in Plovdiv with rich stories, new impressions, and a deeper connection to Bulgarian wine culture.

Tour Hours

👉 Start time: around 9:30 a.m. from Plovdiv
👉 Approximate return: 6:30–7:30 p.m. (seasonal)

Minimum of 2 participants required.

Price per Person (with VAT)

  • 2 – 4 participants: €183 / 357.92 BGN per person

  • 5 – 7 participants: €169 / 330.54 BGN per person

For larger groups, we can prepare a tailored offer.

A full‑day wine and culture adventure through the hills of South Sakar — where history, terroir, and flavour meet.

Маршрут

South Sakar is a picturesque wine region in southeastern Bulgaria, known for its rolling hills, sunny slopes, and ancient cultural heritage. Nestled between the Sakar Mountains and the Maritsa River valley, the area has been inhabited since Thracian times and is rich in archaeological treasures, including the famous Alexandrovo Tomb and megalithic dolmens near Hlyabovo. The region’s climate and terrain make it ideal for viticulture: long warm autumns, well-drained stony soils, and constant gentle winds produce concentrated, aromatic red wines and mineral, elegant whites. Boutique wineries like Bratanov and Basarea showcase the unique terroir, combining traditional knowledge with modern winemaking techniques. South Sakar is more than a wine destination — it is a landscape where history, culture, and flavor meet, offering visitors an immersive experience of Bulgaria’s ancient past and vibrant contemporary wine scene.

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