Overview
Explore two of Europe's most captivating countries on this private 10-day guided tour through Greece and Bulgaria, combining ancient mythology, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and Eastern European culture in one seamless journey.
Begin in Athens with the Acropolis and Parthenon, the most visited ancient monument in the world. Travel north to Delphi, the sacred oracle of the ancient Greeks, before reaching the breathtaking Meteora monasteries, perched atop towering rock pillars and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue through Thessaloniki, Greece's vibrant second city, before crossing into Bulgaria.
Discover Sofia, Bulgaria's capital, and visit the iconic Rila Monastery, Bulgaria's most beloved UNESCO site set deep in mountain forests. Wind through Plovdiv, one of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited cities.
End with a peaceful stop in the historic village of Arbanasi before your departure from Sofia.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Border assistance
- 9 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
- Airport arrival & departure transfers
- All land transportation Greece – Bulgaria
- Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
- Tour planning and operational coordination
- Private guide/driver for 10 days
- Meals minibar, extra tastings/meals
- Flights
- Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated)
- Entrance fees (Acropolis, Meteora monasteries, Delphi, museums)
- Optional excursions (Cape Sounion, folklore dinner)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Local specialist guides where required
Meeting Location
Athens
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Sofia
Bulgaria
Continue to Athens airport for departure transfer.
What To Expect
Arrival in Athens, Greece
1 Stop
Athens – City Tour
1 Stop
Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka
1 Stop
Meteora – Thessaloniki
1 Stop
Thessaloniki – Sofia (Bulgaria)
1 Stop
Sofia – Rila Monastery – Sofia
1 Stop
Sofia – Plovdiv
1 Stop
Plovdiv – Veliko Tarnovo
1 Stop
Veliko Tarnovo – Sofia
1 Stop
Departure
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Border assistance.
- 9 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels.
- Airport arrival & departure transfers.
- All land transportation Greece – Bulgaria.
- Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary.
- Tour planning and operational coordination.
- Private guide/driver for 10 days.
- Meals. minibar, extra tastings/meals.
- Flights.
- Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated).
- Entrance fees (Acropolis, Meteora monasteries, Delphi, museums).
- Optional excursions (Cape Sounion, folklore dinner).
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Visa fees (if applicable).
- Local specialist guides where required.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Greece & Bulgaria Tour: Athens, Meteora & Sofia in 10 Days is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Greece & Bulgaria Tour: Athens, Meteora & Sofia in 10 Days will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Border assistance
- 9 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
- Airport arrival & departure transfers
- All land transportation Greece – Bulgaria
- Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
- Tour planning and operational coordination
- Private guide/driver for 10 days
- Mealsminibar, extra tastings/meals
- Flights
- Lunches and dinners (unless explicitly stated)
- Entrance fees (Acropolis, Meteora monasteries, Delphi, museums)
- Optional excursions (Cape Sounion, folklore dinner)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Local specialist guides where required
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
