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Melnik and Heraclea Sintica (Ancient Greek: Ἡράκλεια Σιντική).

ADULT 75 leva with VAT
SENIOR 70 leva with VAT
GROUP OVER 4 customers 72 leva with VAT

PRICE INCLUDED
∗ Returning transport will be by coach from pick up point and drop off point.
∗ The price includes wine tasting (2 sessions), you can try one of the best Bulgarian wine.
∗ Wine tasting while at the magnificent Villa Melnik.
∗ Profesional guide included.
∗ Insurance included.

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Heraclea Sintica (Ancient Greek: Ἡράκλεια Σιντική)
An ancient Greek polis built by Philip II of Macedon, the farther of Alexander the Great. Where the legendary warrior Hercules originated. The town was located in Thracian lands of the Ancient kingdom of Macedon. Heraclea Sintica is mentioned by both ancient Greek and Latin authors.
There was more then 100 years scholarly debate about exact location of the city.  It became clear that it was location of Heraclea Sintica.

Architectural and Ethnographic Town of Melnik
Keeps more then  5,000 years  tradition and history of producing wine. The locals (Thracian ) the legends say: that Melnik were the Thracian city, and more particularly the Thracian tribe Maedi, of which the legendary rebel Spartacus originated Also famous in entire Europe for its finest wine, since  with which it is famous even nowadays. 

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∗ Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
∗ Discover the antique town of Heraclea Sintica. There are ruins of  representative buildings of the ancient city were built with great grace, the city layout was constructed in accordance with the principles of the Hippodamian Plan. A part of the city basilica was also preserved, where various litigation were resolved. Coins and two votive tablets of Heracles and Artemis were discovered. Heraclea Sintica was an ancient Greek polis built by Philip II of Macedon.
∗ Lunch and relax in a traditional country restaurant while enjoying deliciously prepared food, fine wine and lovely atmosphere.
∗ Discover the town of Melnik and learn about the history of the region, winemaking traditions and culture. Our tour guides will tell you many interesting facts about the history of these magnificent places. 
∗ Wine tasting in the largest Revival house in Bulgaria and in the Balkans – the Kordopulov house, Melnik.
∗ Wine tasting while enjoying the magnificent view of Villa Melnik, the afternoon sun and the wonderful authentic atmosphere of the region.
∗ Departure back to Sofia.

In case of medical issues or allergies you should always consult your tour representative if you are not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.

Tour Itinerary

∗ 09:00: Tour starts from the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking. The trip to the town of Heraclea Sintica lasts about two and a half hours through picturesque Bulgarian nature.
∗ 11:30 – 12:30: Discover the antique town of Heraclea Sintica. There are ruins of  representative buildings of the ancient city were built with great grace, the city layout was constructed in accordance with the principles of the Hippodamian Plan. A part of the city basilica was also preserved, where various litigation were resolved. Coins and two votive tablets of Heracles and Artemis were discovered. Heraclea Sintica was an ancient Greek polis built by Philip II of Macedon.
∗ 13:00 – 14:00: Lunch and relax in a traditional country restaurant while enjoying deliciously prepared food, fine wine and lovely atmosphere.
∗ 14:00 – 15:00: Wine tasting in the largest Revival house in Bulgaria and in the Balkans – the Kordopulov house.
∗ 15:00 – 15:30: Enjoyable afternoon in the architectural and ethnographic town of Melnik, time for souvenirs and a walk.
∗ 16:00 – 17:00: Wine tasting while enjoying the magnificent view of Villa Melnik, the afternoon sun and the wonderful authentic atmosphere of the region. You will  enjoy the landscape of green hills and vines all around. On the terrace of Villa Melnik, you will enjoy the beautiful view of the surrounding vineyards; you will listen to stories about local wine traditions. Villa Melnik grows both traditional grape varieties such as Pinot noir and local varieties such as Shiroka Melnishka and Melnik 55. The winery has its own style and no bottle of wine leaves the cellar before it has received the approval of the owners of the winery.
∗ 17:00: Departure back to Sofia.
∗ 19:30: Expected time of arrival in Sofia at the parking lot behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking.

We are glad that we spent memorable moments together and we will be happy to meet you soon!

Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arranged your Pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.

As we enjoy a scenic journey to ancient town of Helaclea Sintica, your expert storytelling guide for the day will provide you with an overview of the history of the city and its most famous sights.
First we will visit the history museum of Petrich,where you will learn facts about Heraclea Sintica.It is an ancient town in modern Southwestern Bulgaria, the ruins of which are located on the territory of the village of Rupite, Municipality of Petrich.
There are ruins of  representative buildings of the ancient city were built with great grace, the city layout was constructed in accordance with the principles of the Hippodamian Plan. A part of the city basilica was also preserved, where various litigations were resolved. Coins and two votive tablets of Heracles and Artemis were discovered.
Heraclea Sintica was an ancient Greek polis built by Philip II of Macedon.
This ancient city is mentioned in the works of many ancient authors.
Stephanus of Byzantium. Ethnica. s.v.
Livy Ab Urbe Condita Libri(History of Rome). 13.51.
Heraclea Sintica: from Hellenistic Polis to Roman Civitas: (4th C. BC – 6th C. AD); Proceedings of a Conference at Petrich, Bulgaria, September 19–31, 2013, Volume 2 of Papers of the American Research Center in Sofia, Contributor Ljudmil Ferdinandov Vagalinski.
The Cambridge Ancient History, Volume 6: The Fourth Century BC by D. M. Lewis,”Philip’s new foundation at Heracle Sintica”.
Peutinger Table Smith, William   (1854–1857). “Heraclea Sintica”. Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murra.

Your Tour will finish at the parking behind Alexandar Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arranged your Drop off point in advance with member of our booking team.

What is included

Expert Storytelling Guide

Wi Fi on Board

Immersive Experiences

Comfortable Bus

Entrance all Attractions/Museums

Hotel/Apartments

(pre arrangement required)

Optionally lunch in a country restaurant

Instant confirmation

Easy cancelation

Optional Hotel pick up and Drop Off

(pre arrangement required)

What is included

Expert Storytelling Guide

Wi Fi on Board

Immersive Experiences

Comfortable Bus

Entrance all Attractions/Museums

Hotel/Apartments

(pre arrangement required)

Optionally lunch in a country restaurant

Instant confirmation

Easy cancelation

Optional Hotel pick up and Drop Off

(pre arrangement required)

Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arranged your Pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.

As we enjoy a scenic journey to ancient town of Helaclea Sintica, your expert storytelling guide for the day will provide you with an overview of the history of the city and its most famous sights.
First we will visit the history museum of Petrich,where you will learn facts about Heraclea Sintica.It is an ancient town in modern Southwestern Bulgaria, the ruins of which are located on the territory of the village of Rupite, Municipality of Petrich.
There are ruins of  representative buildings of the ancient city were built with great grace, the city layout was constructed in accordance with the principles of the Hippodamian Plan. A part of the city basilica was also preserved, where various litigations were resolved. Coins and two votive tablets of Heracles and Artemis were discovered.
Heraclea Sintica was an ancient Greek polis built by Philip II of Macedon.
This ancient city is mentioned in the works of many ancient authors.
Stephanus of Byzantium. Ethnica. s.v.
Livy Ab Urbe Condita Libri(History of Rome). 13.51.
Heraclea Sintica: from Hellenistic Polis to Roman Civitas: (4th C. BC – 6th C. AD); Proceedings of a Conference at Petrich, Bulgaria, September 19–31, 2013, Volume 2 of Papers of the American Research Center in Sofia, Contributor Ljudmil Ferdinandov Vagalinski.
The Cambridge Ancient History, Volume 6: The Fourth Century BC by D. M. Lewis,”Philip’s new foundation at Heracle Sintica”.
Peutinger Table Smith, William   (1854–1857). “Heraclea Sintica”. Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murra.

Your Tour will finish at the parking behind Alexandar Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arranged your Drop off point in advance with member of our booking team.

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