Bulgaria Tour & Trip Reviews

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Larry

Oct 2018

Misleading and often just plain dishonest.

We paid for a 3 week luxury river cruise but received a large group bus trip across Europe with many days of packing and unpacking. I called our Viking representativ...

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Jen

Oct 2023

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Truly awful company

Worst trip I have ever been on, and the worst company I have ever had the misfortune to deal with. The ‘moderate to challenging’ hiking holiday, was in no way even m...

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Kathryn

Dec 2015

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Enjoyable tour with a variety of places

Enjoyable tour with a variety of places and cultures.

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Sacha

Dec 2015

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I enjoyed the tour a lot,think that

I enjoyed the tour a lot,think that 2 days in Edirne is too much, 1 night or a few hours is fine then could have spent longer in Bucharest&Istanbul, especially t...

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Kelly

Dec 2015

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Maria Rosado, our guide was amazing. She

Maria Rosado, our guide was amazing. She was full of energy and always checking to make sure we were safe and having a good time. The trip went too fast, but a lot t...

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Lence

Dec 2015

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Nice group size. Path of tour was

Nice group size. Path of tour was unique. Taxi travel wa...

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Victoria

Dec 2015

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A quick trip through Eastern Europe to

A quick trip through Eastern Europe to give you a taste of these beautiful countries

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Maya

Jul 2018

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Stunning views, good hikes and great hospitality

It was my first ever trip with Hiking the Balkans, so I had no expectations. I was pleasently surprised by the professionalism, the choice of accommodation, trails a...

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Editor’s Take

What to Look For in Bulgaria Reviews

Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary. Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.

“A superb holiday in beautiful countryside,” “wonderful wildlife adventure,” “stunning views, good hikes and great hospitality,” are just a few of the many amazing things travelers had to say about their guided tours of Bulgaria. 

Additional positive reviews of Bulgarian tours touched on the beautiful scenery, ideal itineraries, helpful guides, and unique cultural experiences. Many reviewers commented on how they had never heard of the Rodopi Mountains or other parts of Bulgaria before their travels and after visiting, couldn’t wait to go back!

A popular adventure tour of Bulgaria is hiking through the many mountain ranges of the country. Many of these mountains are very steep and some hikers commented they were not prepared for the amount of hiking and difficulty of the trip. Planning ahead and training before a hiking or skiing tour is extremely important if you are a first timer as Bulgaria is very rugged.

The time of year you travel to Bulgaria is also something travelers should pay attention to when booking their tour. Some reviewers commented on the closing of attractions when their tours went through certain areas of Bulgaria. Many locations in Bulgaria, like Varna, are seasonal destinations and many of their shops and restaurants may be closed in the off-season. On the other hand, there are cities, such as Sofia and Bansko, you can visit any time of the year. 

A major treat for reviewers were the wildlife tours of Bulgaria as the country is home to a high number of bears. Visitors commented on the amazing landscape and hiking trails they encountered while on their tour and the expert knowledge of the guides. However, if you are planning a wildlife tour it is important to remember that these animals are wild and guides can not guarantee you will see bears every day.

If you want a professional take on traveling to Bulgaria, see Travelstride Bulgaria Guide »

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