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Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv

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Ustina, BG
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Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv

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Ustina, BG
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Embark on a tempting wine journey through the Thracian Valley on this private day tour from Plovdiv. Explore one of the most modern wineries in Bulgaria, nestled at the foothills of the Rhodope Mountains. With millennia of experience combined with the latest wine making technologies, the local wine experts create top-notch wines that have won international awards. Discover the ancient roots of Bulgarian wine production as you sample local varieties such as Mavrud, Melnik, Gamza, Dimiat, and Rubin. The tour includes a visit to the fermentation and storage rooms, the enoteca, and a wine tasting room where you'll indulge in 5 local wines paired with delicious appetizers. If weather permits, you'll even have the opportunity to explore the vineyards. Immerse yourself in the rich history and excellent flavors of the Thracian Valley wine region.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-8 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Visit one of the most ancient wine regions
  • Explore a modern and prestigious winery
  • Taste 5 local wines with appetizers included
  • Learn about the wine making process
  • Possibility to explore the vineyards
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch

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Introduction

Indulge in a captivating wine journey through the Thracian Valley, one of the most ancient wine regions in the world. This private day tour from Plovdiv offers a tantalizing experience as you explore a renowned boutique winery nestled at the foothills of the majestic Rhodope Mountains. The winery seamlessly blends millennia of winemaking traditions with modern techniques, resulting in exquisite wines that have garnered international acclaim. Embark on this enchanting adventure and immerse yourself in the rich history and flavors of Bulgarian wine.

What to expect?

During this 180-minute tour, you can anticipate a comprehensive exploration of the winery's facilities and vineyards. Uncover the secrets of winemaking as you visit the fermentation room, where the magic of transforming grapes into wine begins. Delve into the art of aging wine in oak barrels in the atmospheric storage room. Then, step into the enoteca and wine tasting room, where you'll savor the exquisite flavors of 5 locally-produced wines. Expertly paired appetizers further enhance your tasting experience. Weather permitting, you will have the opportunity to wander through the sprawling vineyards, immersing yourself in the picturesque beauty of the surroundings.

Who is this for?

This unforgettable wine tour caters to wine enthusiasts, adventurers, and culture aficionados alike. Whether you're a connoisseur seeking to expand your palate or a curious traveler eager to delve into the fascinating history of winemaking, this tour is perfect for you. Open to individuals and small groups, it offers a personalized and intimate experience. Everyone from novice wine drinkers to seasoned experts will appreciate the remarkable wines and the warm hospitality of the winery.

Why book this?

Experience the pinnacle of Bulgarian winemaking with a visit to one of the country's finest and most modern wineries. The Thracian Valley is steeped in ancient winemaking traditions, and this tour provides a unique opportunity to taste wines from local Bulgarian grape varieties such as Mavrud, Melnik, Gamza, Dimiat, and Rubin. The winery's commitment to excellence is reflected in the numerous international awards its wines have received. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Rhodope Mountains while enjoying a premium wine tasting experience. With a perfect blend of history, ambiance, and world-class wines, this tour promises an unforgettable journey of the senses.

Good to know

During the tour, you'll have the chance to deepen your knowledge of winemaking and its cultural significance in Bulgaria. The tour price includes appetizers that are thoughtfully paired with the wines, enhancing the tasting experience. From the moment you step foot in the winery, you'll be welcomed by friendly and knowledgeable staff, eager to share their passion for winemaking with you. Don't forget to check the weather forecast before your tour to fully enjoy the opportunity to explore the enchanting vineyards.

Reviews

Customers who have embarked on this wine tour have shared rave reviews about their experience. They have praised the exceptional quality of the wines, noting how the winemakers expertly blend tradition and innovation. Guests have also appreciated the informative and engaging tour, finding it enlightening to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of winemaking. The stunning location of the winery amidst the Thracian Valley and Rhodope Mountains has captivated visitors, leaving them with beautiful memories of their journey through Bulgarian wine culture. Overall, guests have expressed high levels of satisfaction, relishing the opportunity to taste and learn about remarkable regional wines.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Villa Yustina

This guided wine tour will take you to one of the most ancient wine regions of the world named the Thracian Valley. This is the largest and most important wine region of Bulgaria as well. The winery you’ll visit is situated at the foothills of the Rhodope Mountains, some 40 min away from Plovdiv. The wine experts at that boutique winery combine the millennia experience with the latest wine producing technologies. This is one of the best and most modern wineries in Bulgaria which is fully equipped with first class cellar technology of newest generation. The top wine which is a blend of the native red varieties Mavrud and Rubin wines wins regularly many prestigious international awards. The wine tour includes a visit to the fermentation room, the storage room where the wine ages in oak barrels, the enoteca and the wine tasting room where you’ll try 5 local wines with appetizers included in the tour price. At the end if weather permits you’ll explore the vineyards as well.

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Reviews

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5 (2)

karina714

Two of us arranged for a private trip to Starosel to visit the Thracian temple and to spend time at the local spa and winery. Kamen was instrumental in organizing the trip to meet our needs. He was very responsive and communicative. We traveled with Stoyan the day of our trip. He was available before our scheduled pick up time and made sure we made our appointments. Excellent service, excellent driving, and an all around pleasure. I highly recommend Plovdiv Travel.

richardaS9705DE

Guide and driver Stoyan set up a visit to the Villa Yustina Winery, about which we had read excellent reviews. At Villa Yustina, Guide Maria Spasova provided us with a brief tour of the facilities and then a detailed, delightfully insightful, and personalized wine tasting. There was a 2021 Rosé called "Spring" made from the Rubin grape, hands down one of the best rosés I've had anywhere. Also a knock out was the 2016 Monogram, a blend of Mavrud and Rubin grape varieties aged in Bulgarian oak, elegant and deeply flavored. We also immensely enjoyed the Sparkling Wine Extra Brut made from the Semillon grape variety, and ended up buying a mixed case of those three to bring back to the US. We enjoyed a number of other wines, all made at or above international standards. This was a tour and tasting the equivalent of any Napa Valley tour, and at 1980s prices! Afterwards, Maria drove us out to the vineyards, to a hilltop site where Villa Yustina hosts outdoor wedding receptions and special events. Stoyan deserves credit not only for driving us out there, but also for relating the history of the region and outlining the economic and political challenges facing Bulgaria as it integrates into the European Union.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-25 12:46