Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Sofia (Updated 2026)

Sofia, Bulgaria
Valley of the Thracian Kings, Hidden Treasures

During this day tour you will have the chance to learn more about the mysterious Thracians, best known for the mythical hero Orpheus (ancient musician …More

During this day tour you will have the chance to learn more about the mysterious Thracians, best known for the mythical hero Orpheus (ancient musician...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$97
Full-Day Plovdiv and Asen’s Fortress Tour from Sofia

Plovdiv and Asen's fortress tour is excellent way to see in one day Bulgaria's second largest city and Medieval fortress. Plovdiv was one of the two …More

Plovdiv and Asen's fortress tour is excellent way to see in one day Bulgaria's second largest city and Medieval fortress. Plovdiv was one of the two...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$34
Sofia on an Electric Scooter - Guided Tour

The tour is designed for travelers who want to experience Sofia from a different perspective, as well as for those who have just arrived and …More

The tour is designed for travelers who want to experience Sofia from a different perspective, as well as for those who have just arrived and...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Magic Shows in English at Sofia

Join us for a unique experience of a professional magic show in English! Witness the impossible, brought to life by our incredible artists. From mind-blowing …More

Join us for a unique experience of a professional magic show in English! Witness the impossible, brought to life by our incredible artists. From mind-blowing...

35 to 40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$16
Bulgaria and Serbia in One Day from Sofia

The tour starts from your hotel. The first stop will be National History Museum - Sofia. Afterwards head toward Poganovo Monastery in Serbia. After approximately …More

The tour starts from your hotel. The first stop will be National History Museum - Sofia. Afterwards head toward Poganovo Monastery in Serbia. After approximately...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$91
Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia

Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel …More

Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$79
Day trip to Skopje and Matka Canyon from Sofia

This is not your average, leisurely sightseeing tour—it is a thrilling, high-energy expedition designed for travelers who want to see it all and waste no …More

This is not your average, leisurely sightseeing tour—it is a thrilling, high-energy expedition designed for travelers who want to see it all and waste no...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$113
Private Day Trip to Plovdiv from Sofia

Enjoy a great private day trip to the beautiful town of Plovdiv - the oldest existing settlement in Europe - learn its rich history and …More

Enjoy a great private day trip to the beautiful town of Plovdiv - the oldest existing settlement in Europe - learn its rich history and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$86
Private City Tour of Sofia

Check off Sofia’s key landmarks in minimum time on this comprehensive private city tour lead by a private local guide. Exploring with your private guide, …More

Check off Sofia’s key landmarks in minimum time on this comprehensive private city tour lead by a private local guide. Exploring with your private guide,...

2 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$33
Private Premium One-way Transfer Sofia Airport to Hotel or back

Private transfer from Sofia airport Terminal 1 and 2 to hotels in Sofia for 1-3 people, up to 4 people, up to 6 people and …More

Private transfer from Sofia airport Terminal 1 and 2 to hotels in Sofia for 1-3 people, up to 4 people, up to 6 people and...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$67
Rila Monastery day tour with Optional SPA/Thermal baths

This tour combines two of Bulgaria's most distinctive experiences in a single day — the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, one of the country's most important spiritual …More

This tour combines two of Bulgaria's most distinctive experiences in a single day — the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, one of the country's most important spiritual...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$23
Belogradchik & Venetsa Cave Full-day Tour from Sofia

Visit the Bulgarian town of Belogradchik on this guided, full-day, minibus tour from Sofia. Just 180 kilometers north of Sofia, nature has sculpted the amazing …More

Visit the Bulgarian town of Belogradchik on this guided, full-day, minibus tour from Sofia. Just 180 kilometers north of Sofia, nature has sculpted the amazing...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$79
Sofia from the Top and Alexander Nevski Catherdral

Very unique experience to see Sofia from the top! You will see places you won't be able to see on your own. During the 2,5 …More

Very unique experience to see Sofia from the top! You will see places you won't be able to see on your own. During the 2,5...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$146
Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour

You have the chance to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites in one day- Boyana church and Rila Monastery. …More

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You have the chance to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites in one day- Boyana church and Rila Monastery....

6 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$42
Art Gallery Sightseeing Tour in Sofia

The tour will start in front of the entrance of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - one of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in Eastern Europe, which is …More

The tour will start in front of the entrance of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - one of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in Eastern Europe, which is...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
Rila Monastery and Hot Mineral Bath Spa Complex Tour

It's probably the best combination you can do for a tour outside of Sofia, where you will be able to see both Rila Monastery and …More

It's probably the best combination you can do for a tour outside of Sofia, where you will be able to see both Rila Monastery and...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$61
12-Day Bulgaria & Romania Private Tour: UNESCO Sites & Castles

From Bulgaria’s Rila Monastery to Transylvania’s Bran Castle, explore two countries on a 12-day Bulgaria and Romania private tour from Sofia to Bucharest. Follow a …More

From Bulgaria’s Rila Monastery to Transylvania’s Bran Castle, explore two countries on a 12-day Bulgaria and Romania private tour from Sofia to Bucharest. Follow a...

11 days Free Cancellation
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$3,407
Full-day Rila Mountains, Seven Lakes Hike, and Hot Springs Tour from Sofia

Explore the Seven Rila Lakes, the jewel of the Rila Mountains National Park and admire breathtaking alpine scenery! Escape the summer heat in Sofia and …More

Explore the Seven Rila Lakes, the jewel of the Rila Mountains National Park and admire breathtaking alpine scenery! Escape the summer heat in Sofia and...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$98
Sofia Party Pub Crawl - Party Tour of Sofia's Best Bars & Clubs

New to Sofia? Want to see what the nightlife has to offer? Sofia Party Pub Crawl has been the hottest partying destination in town for …More

New to Sofia? Want to see what the nightlife has to offer? Sofia Party Pub Crawl has been the hottest partying destination in town for...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$24
The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour

Explore the historical heart of Sofia by foot on a 2-4-hour private tour, learning about the city’s ancient, medieval, and modern history from a private …More

Explore the historical heart of Sofia by foot on a 2-4-hour private tour, learning about the city’s ancient, medieval, and modern history from a private...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$22
From Sofia:The Valley of the Roses&Koprivshtitsa Small Group Tour

It is a little known fact that over 60% of the worlds rose oil is produced in a few Bulgarian small valleys tucked between impressive …More

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It is a little known fact that over 60% of the worlds rose oil is produced in a few Bulgarian small valleys tucked between impressive...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$56
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