Melnik trip | Explore Bulgaria | Discover the unique culture, history, food, and wine
The smallest town in Bulgaria (208 residents), Melnik, is nested in the south slopes of Pirin, among sand pyramids with queer forms. It is situated in the Sandanski Municipality, Blagoevgrad county, 175 km north from Sofia, and it is only 30 km from the borderline with Greece. The finds from the antiquity discovered upon the archaeological diggings testify for its centuries-old history.
The first written evidence for the Melnik Fortress refers to the beginning of the 11th century. Thracians, and more particularly the Thracian tribe Maedi, of which the legendary rebel Spartacus originated. A few centuries later the Romans lived on this ground. This proves the ancient Roman bridge, which is still preserved in the town of Melnik.
In 1215 Melnik turned into a capital of an independent feudal principality, ruled by Despot Alexius Slav. The ruins of his fortress are preserved to the present days, near the town.
In 1395 the Bulgarian lands, as well as Melnik, fell under Ottoman Dominion for the whole 5 centuries. Melnik remained within the borders of the Ottoman Empire until 1912.
During the 18th century, in the age of the Bulgarian Revival, the town was raised for new life. Melnik turned into a blooming, significant in size and population town, with a large market. The local tradespeople were selling their goods in Budapest, Wien, Genoa, Venice. Melnik also became famous in entire Europe for its good wine, with which it is famous even nowadays.
As a center of the ecclesiastic life in the region was recognized the Rozhen Monastery, which is situated 5 km east from Melnik. It is the largest Orthodox monastery in the Pirin region. The monastery is comparatively well preserved to the present day and every year it is visited by many tourists from various countries. The monastery holiday is on 8 September, when people from the whole region gather in order to participate in the celebrations.
The most vivid architectural monuments which testify for the economic upsurge of the town at that time are also from the age of Revival. One of the oldest houses on the Balkan Peninsula is the Boyar’s House, which was a residence of Despot Alexius Slav. In the middle of the 13th century, a part of it was set on fire and destroyed, and during the following centuries, it was restored and reconstructed. In the end of the 17th century, it was demolished in some of its sections, but in the beginning of the 18th century, it was subjected to overall reconstruction, related to the construction of an attic floor and a clock tower, which existed until the beginning of the 20th century.
The other two houses which are architectural monuments of the Revival are the Kordopulova House and the Pashova House.
The Kordopulova House is the largest building from the Bulgarian National Revival in our country. It was built in 1754 and it was owned by the rich Melnik family Kordopulovi, which were involved in wine-producing. The cellars, excavated under and behind the house, with their constant temperature and ventilation, were used for preparing and growing the renowned Melnik wine.
The Pashova House was built in 1815. The house can be examined only on the outside due to restoration activities.
From the once renowned town with a population of 7-8 thousand citizens, with about 1300 residential buildings, today Melnik is the smallest town in Bulgaria with about 208 residents.
The Melnik pyramids are situated near the town, and they are declared a natural landmark 1978. They are a unique natural formation which attracts tourists from the whole world. It is considered that the present look of the pyramids has been caused by erosion of the clay soil. The Melnik pyramids are in a process of shaping and their appearance and shape are changing with time. Besides the pyramid form, the sand formations have the shape of mushrooms, cones, needles, etc. The height of the pyramids reaches 100 m. It is typical of the Melnik pyramids that the inclinations are sandy, in some places they are completely vertical, and broad-leaved plants and grass grow on their tops.
Melnik is declared a natural and architectural reservation, and it attracts thousands of tourists annually. The wine which is produced by the unique Bulgarian brand Wide Melnik Vine has a wonderful quality, scents of ripe cherry, herbs, and in the presence of oak, it develops nuances of tobacco and leather. It is one of the attractions of the town and the region, and it attracts many admirers from the whole world. You can sample it in some of the wineries and cellars in the town and around it. The combination of good wine and wonderful local cuisine turns Melnik into an excellent destination for gourmet and wine tourism, which also offers the quests many interesting landmarks. The possibilities for accommodation are various – from luxurious hotels to cozy guesthouses.
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Мелник - градът-музей на България! Едно изумително пътуване в миналото, където човек се докосва до самобитната история на пиринския край. Епизод от поредицата Съкровищата на България.
Melnik -- town-museum of Bulgaria! An amazing journey into the past, where you can touch the distinctive history of the Pirin region. Episode of the series Treasures of Bulgaria.
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6 nights / 7 days
Planned arrival / departure - Sofia (Bulgaria) or Skopje (Macedonia)
ITINERARY: Skopje - Veles - Kavadartsi - Popova Kula - Strumitsa - Melnik - Sandandski - Plovdiv - Brestovitsa - Starosel - Sofia/Skopje
DAY 1: Skopje
Arrival in Skopje. Transfer to the hotel and accommodation. Walking tour of Skopje (appr. 2 hours): Macedonia Square with the sculptural compositions from the project “Skopje 2014”, among which the monument of Alexander the Great and the Arch of Triumph “Macedonia”, Memorial house of Mother Theresa, dedicated to the world-famous missionary from Skopje, Old Bridge, the old Turkish market (“charshiya”), St. Spas church where you can witness one of the most beautiful wood-carved iconostases on the Balkan peninsula, created by Debar masters in 1824. Optional afternoon visit to a local winery for wine tasting. Overnight in Skopje.
DAY 2: Skopje - Veles - Tikvesh Wine Region - Popova Kula
Breakfast. Departure for Skopje. On the way sightseeing tour of the town of Veles, located on the two shores of Vardar River, and visit to one of the most impressive Revival churches in Macedonia, built in the middle of 19th century by the famous local builder Andrey Damyanov. Drive to Stobi and tour of the archaeological reserve – one of the most developed Roman cities in the Roman province of Macedonia, early Christian center. Wine tasting in the famous Tikvesh Winery in the town of Kavadartsi. Famous for its wine, Tikvesh is the center of the Macedonian wine production which has been cultivated for more than 120 years. Accommodation at Popova Kula boutique wine complex. Overnight.
DAY 3: Popova Kula - Strumitsa - Melnik - Sandanski
After breakfast, tour of the winery complex and wine tasting. Departure for Bulgaria. On the way an optional hiking tour to Koleshino waterfalls near town of Strumitsa. Crossing the Macedoinan-Bulgarian border. Arrival in the town of Melnik - the smallest town in Bulgaria, famous for it excellent wines and sand-stone pyramids. Sightseeing tour of Melnik including a visit to Kordopulova Museum house and wine tasting. Accommodation in Sandanski. Overnight.
DAY 4: Sandanski - Rila Monastery - Brestovitsa - Plovdiv
Breakfast. Departure for Rila Monastery. Sightseeing tour of the monastery, included in the list of UNESCO. The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin with its miraculous icon of the Virgin and splendid gilded iconostasis, the monastery kitchen, the Rila Monastery Museum keeping the long and heroic history of the monastery, the beautiful wood-carved cross, created for a period of twelve years by a monk called Rafael, the Hrelyu's Tower and many spectacular views from the mountain and the surrounding nature are the highlights of this tour. Drive to the village of Brestovitsa, famous for its wines. Visit to the boutique wine cellar Todoroff and wine tasting. Drive to Plovdiv. Accommodation and overnight.
DAY 5: Plovdiv - Starosel - Sofia
Breakfast. Sightseeing tour of Plovdiv. A place of special interest is the old part of the town. Brilliant examples of the Bulgarian national revival period are preserved here. One can sit among the ruins of the ancient Roman theatre and feel the atmosphere of an extinct world. Free time. Departure for Starosel. Visit to Starosel and walk around the latest excavations of the Thracian tombs at Starosel. The village is known for its abundance of ancient Thracian sites, with finds dating back to the 5-6 millennium BC. Wine-tasting at Starosel winery. Departure for Sofia. Accommodation and overnight in Sofia.
DAY 6: Sofia
Breakfast. Guided sightseeing tour of Sofia, including visits to St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Rotunda St. George and St. Sophia Church. Optional visit of Boyana Church and the National History Museum in the afternoon. Optional evening panoramic tour “Sofia by night” and dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
DAY 7: Sofia / Skopje - departure
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and departure. Depending on the flight schedule departure can be from Sofia airport or Skopje airport. In case departure is from Skopje the last overnight will be in Skopje.
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ITINERARY: SOFIA - SKOPJE - STRUGA - OHRID - BITOLA - STRUMITSA - MELNIK - SOFIA
DAY 1: Sofia
Arrival in Sofia. Transfer to the hotel and accommodation. Guided sightseeing tour of the city centre. Visit to Alexander Nevski Cathedral - one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in Europe, as well as one of Sofia’s symbols and a primary tourist attraction; the Parliament Square, Russian Church, St. George Rotunda, St. Sophia Church, built by the Roman emperor Justinian in the 6th century, the National Theatre, former Royal Palace, the Presidency, etc. Free time in the city centre and main trade area around Vitosha Boulevard. Upon request - panoramic evening tour “Sofia by night” and dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
DAY 2: Sofia - Skopje - Ohrid
Breakfast. Departure for Macedonia. Arrival in the Skopje at noon. Walking tour in Skopje, including the old quarter Varosh, the Skopsko Kale Fortress, and the Church of St. Spas (the Savior). Departure to Ohrid. Arrival in Ohrid - the Pearl of Macedonia - a town with century-old history and traditions, combined with the incredible beauty of the Ohrid Lake and the warm hospitality of its residents. Accommodation in the area. Overnight at Ohrid Riviera.
DAY 3: Ohrid - St. Naum Monastery - Struga
Breakfast. In the morning - Walking tour in the old part of Ohrid, including the Tsar Samuil’s Fortress; St. Clement Church - a site under the protection of UNESCO, for its authentic architecture and frescoes; St. Pantheleimon Church; St. Sophia Church; the ancient theatre and the old town market. Free time. In the afternoon a tour to the St. Naum Monastery, situated on the southeastern bank of the Ohrid Lake. Visit to St. Archangels Church, where the tomb of the healer and miracle maker St. Naum is located. After that optional visit to the town of Struga. Overnight in Ohrid.
DAY 4: Ohrid - Bitola - Strumitsa - Melnik
Breakfast. Departure for Bulgaria. On the way – stop at the Biliana springs. After that - a sightseeing tour of Bitola, the second largest town of Macedonia, that has preserved the spirit of the traditional old architecture and old Macedonian crafts. Optional visit to the ruins of the ancient town Heraclea Lyncestis, founded by Phillip II. Arrival in Melnik in the evening. Accommodation and overnight in Melnik.
DAY 5: Melnik - Rila Monastery - Sofia
Breakfast. Sightseeing tour of Melnik with a visit to Kordopulova Museum House and wine tasting. Departure for Sofia. On the road visit to Rila Monastery - the most beautiful and the most important monastery in Bulgaria. Visit to the monastery church Nativity of the Virgin. One of its greatest valuables is the wooden iconostasis, some 14th and 15th century icons, wall paintings, made by the famous artist Zahari Zograph. Walk around the monastery - Hrelyo’s Tower, the old kitchen, and the history museum. Arrival in Sofia in the evening. Accommodation and overnight in Sofia.
DAY 6: Sofia (optional tours to Plovdiv or Sofia surroundings)
Breakfast. A free day in Sofia for visiting museums and tourist sites, or shopping. Optional tours from Sofia:
1) One day tour to Plovdiv - sightseeing tour of Plovdiv. A place of special interest is the old part of the town. Brilliant examples of the Bulgarian national revival period are preserved here. One can sit among the ruins of the ancient Roman theatre and feel the atmosphere of an extinct world. Free time. Drive back to Sofia. Overnight in Sofia.
2) Half day tour to Boyana Church and the National History Museum. National Museum of History in Sofia is one of the largest history museums on the Balkans with 650.000 exhibits and the largest archaeological and historical archive. The Museum’s collections are its greatest treasure. They comprise materials from Prehistoric ages till nowadays. The National Museum of History was established on 1973. In 2000, the museum shifted to a new location in the former residence of Todor Zhivkov in Boyana. Boyana Church is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church situated in the Boyana Suburb, near Sofia. The monument is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. This site is one of the most completely and perfectly preserved monuments of east European medieval art. The frescoes in the church, painted in 1259, make it one of the most important collections of medieval paintings. Overnight in Sofia.
7 DAY - Sofia (departure)
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and departure.
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ITINERARY: Sofia - Rila Monastey - Sandanski - Melnik - Thessaloniki - Kalambaka - Vergina - Edessa - Kastoria - Bitola - Ohrid - Skopje - Sofia
DAY 1: Sofia
Arrival in Sofia. Accommodation. Guided sightseeing tour of the city center, including visit to Alexander Nevski Cathedral - one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in Europe, as well as one of Sofia’s symbols and primary tourist attractions; St. George Rotunda, St. Sophia Church, built by emperor Justinian in the 6th century, the National Theatre, the former Royal Palace, housing the National Art Gallery and the Ethnographic Museum, the Presidency, etc. Free time in the city centre and main trade area around Vitosha Boulevard. Optional dinner at traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
DAY 2: Sofia - Rila Monastery - Melnik - Sandanski
Breakfast. Departure for Rila Monastery - the most beautiful and the most important monastery in Bulgaria, founded in the 10th century and nowadays included in the list of UNESCO. Tour of Rila Monastery and its museum. Visit to the monastery church Nativity of the Virgin. One of its greatest treasures is the wooden iconostasis, some 14th and 15th century icons, wall paintings, made by the famous artist Zahari Zograph. Walk around the monastery - Hrelyo’s Tower, the old kitchen. Drive to Melnik. Walking tour in the smallest town in Bulgaria with an optional wine tasting in Kordopulova Museum House. Accommodation in Sandanski. Overnight.
DAY 3: Sandanski - Thessaloniki - Kalambaka
Breakfast. Departure for Greece. Drive to Thessaloniki. Sightseeing tour - the White Tower - a symbol of the city, St. St. Cyril and Methodius Church, Navarino Square with the Palace of Galerius; Arch of Galerius; Turkish Baths; Roman Forum; St. Dimitrius Church where the relics of the saint are preserved for worship; Eptapirgio Fortress. Free time in the old part of the town for visiting the famous market. Drive to the town of Kalambaka. Accommodation and overnight.
DAY 4: Meteora - Vergina - Kastoria
Breakfast. Visit to the unique monasteries of Meteora. The rock monasteries have been characterized by UNESCO as a unique phenomenon of cultural heritage and they form one of the most important stations of the cultural map of Greece. Visit to two of the six functioning monasteries there. Free time in the picturesque town of Kalambaka, nestled in the shadow of the giant rocks of Meteora. Drive to Vergina - the first capital of Ancient Macedonia. Visit to the famous tomb of Philip II the Macedon and the museum. Departure for Kastoria. Accommodation and overnight in Kastoria.
DAY 5: Kastoria - Bitola - Ohrid
Breakfast. Sightseeing tour in Kastoria. Located on the shores of Orestiada Lake the town impressess the eye with its romantic narrow streets and bysantine churches. Departure for Macedonia. Sightseeing tour in Bitola - once most important trade center in Macedonia, for which reason even today there are honorary consular representatives of France, Great Britain and Turkey, and Bitola is known as the City of Consuls. Visit to the Revival church of St. Demetrius from 1830. Visit to the archaeological reserve Heraclea Lynkestis. Free time. Departure for Ohrid Riviera. Accommodation and overnight in Ohrid.
DAY 6: Ohrid - St. Naum Monastery
Breakfast. Walking tour in old Ohrid – tourist pearl of Macedonia, city of 365 churches, part of the list of world cultural heritage of UNESCO. During this tour (appr. 3 hours) you will have the chance to see some of the masterpieces of Byzantine architecture and art on the Balkans: St. Sofia Church, St. Virgin Mary Peribleptos Church, St. John Kaneo Church, St. Clement and Panteleymon Church, the Ohrid collection of icons. Old town of Ohrid hides many other treasures too: Ancient Theater, Tsar Samuel’s Mediaeval Fortress, Robevi House – local historical and ethnographic museum, craftsmen workshops for production of paper, Ohrid pearls, wooden sculptures, etc. Free time in the town center. In the afternoon – drive to St. Naum Monastery, located 27 km south of Ohrid, on the lakeshore. Founded in the beginning of 10th century by one of the patrons of this area, St. Naum, this monastery is considered to be sacred place by both local Christians and Muslims. Tour of the complex – Church of the Archangels, St. Petka Chapel. Boat trip to the 14th century church of St. Virgin Mary – Zaum, accessible only from the lake, where the oldest icon depicting St. Naum has been discovered. Optional dinner at traditional Macedonian restaurant. Return to the hotel. Overnight Ohrid.
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ITINERARY: SOFIA - RILA MONASTERY - BANSKO - MELNIK - ROZHEN - STRUMITSA - KAVADARTSI - BITOLA - OHRID - DURRES - TIRANA - STRUGA - TETOVO - SKOPJE - SOFIA
DAY 1: Sofia
Arrival at Sofia Airport. Transfer. Guided sightseeing tour of the city centre. Visit to Alexander Nevski Cathedral - one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in Europe, as well as one of Sofia’s symbols and a primary tourist attraction; the Parliament Square, Russian Church, St. George Rotunda, St. Sophia Church, built by the Roman emperor Justinian in the 6th century, the National Theatre, former Royal Palace, the Presidency, etc. Free time in the city centre and main trade area around Vitosha Boulevard. Optional dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
DAY 2: Sofia - Rila Monastery - Bansko
Breakfast. Departure for Rila Monastery - the most beautiful and the most important monastery in Bulgaria. Visit to the monastery church Nativity of the Virgin. One of its greatest valuables is the wooden iconostasis, some 14th and 15th century icons, wall paintings, made by the famous artist Zahari Zograph. Walk around the monastery - Hrelyo’s Tower, the old kitchen, and the history museum. Drive to the most famous mountain ski resort of Bansko.Sightseeing tour of Bansko. The most famous winter resort in Bulgaria, recently discovered by foreign tourists, provides an interesting combination between the virgin nature of Pirin Mountain and the atmosphere of that ancient Bulgarian small town. Bansko is a town of secrets - the houses are barely seen from the street, hidden behind the stone walls that exceed human height, with huge iron studded gates of fir wood. Bansko House is a peculiar type of house whose structure resembles the medieval boyar’s mansions. Visit to Holy Trinity Church - the largest, most interesting and rich in Pirin area. Overnight in Bansko.
DAY 3: Bansko - Melnik - Rozhen Monastery - Strumitsa
After breakfast departure for the smallest town in Bulgaria, famous for its excellent wines and sandstone pyramids in the area - Melnik.Walking tour including Kordopulova Museum-House, the church and other sights from the period of the National Revival. Optional wine tasting in Melnik. Drive to Rozhen Monastery - one of the biggest monasteries in the Pirin Mountain, well preserved until today. The monastery reached its peak in the 19th century, when it became a regional centre of Orthodox Christianity and owned a lot of land in the area. Departure for Macedonia. Arrival in Strumitsa in the evening. Accommodation and overnight.
DAY 4: Strumitsa - Kavadartsi - Bitola - Ohrid
Breakfast. A short hiking tour to Koleshino waterfalls near town of Strumitsa. Departure for the famous Tikvesh wine region and the town of Kavadartsi. Wine tasting at Tikvesh Winery. Departure for Bitola. Once most important trade center in Macedonia, for which reason even today there are honorary consular representatives of France, Great Britain and Turkey, and Bitola is known as the City of Consuls. Visit to the Revival church of St. Demetrius from 1830. Visit to the archaeological reserve Heraclea Lynkestis. Free time. Drive to Ohrid Riviera. Accommodation and overnight.
DAY 5: Ohrid - St. Naum Monastery
Breakfast. Walking tour in old Ohrid – tourist pearl of Macedonia, city of 365 churches, part of the list of world cultural heritage of UNESCO. During this tour (appr. 3 hours) you will have the chance to see some of the masterpieces of Byzantine architecture and art on the Balkans: St. Sofia Church, St. Virgin Mary Peribleptos Church, St. John Kaneo Church, St. Clement and Panteleymon Church, the Ohrid collection of icons. Old town of Ohrid hides many other treasures too: Ancient Theater, Tsar Samuel’s Mediaeval Fortress, Robevi House – local historical and ethnographic museum, craftsmen workshops for production of paper, Ohrid pearls, wooden sculptures, etc. Free time in the town center. In the afternoon – drive to St. Naum Monastery, located 27 km south of Ohrid, on the lakeshore. Founded in the beginning of 10th century by one of the patrons of this area, St. Naum, this monastery is considered to be sacred place by both local Christians and Muslims. Tour of the complex – Church of the Archangels, St. Petka Chapel. Boat trip to the 14th century church of St. Virgin Mary – Zaum, accessible only from the lake, where the oldest icon depicting St. Naum has been discovered. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Ohrid.
DAY 6: Ohrid - Durres - Tirana
Breakfast. Departure for Albania. Visit to the port town of Durres - the Albanian Second City. Sightseeing tour including the Ancient Theatre. Free time for a beach walk or visit to the Muesum of Martyrs. Drive to the capital city of Tirana. Panoramic sightseeing t
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DAY 5: Kastoria - Edessa - Vergina - Pela - Thessaloniki
Breakfast. Sightseeing tour in Kastoria. Located on the shores of Orestiada Lake the town impressess the eye with its romantic narrow streets and bysantine churches. Visit to the town of Edessa, a photo break at the waterfalls of Edessa and walking tour in the centre and the old part of the town - Varosha. Drive to Vergina - first capital of Ancient Macedonia. Visit to the famous tomb of Philip II the Macedon and the museum. Visit to Ancient Pella archaeological reserve - the birthplace of Alexander the Great. Drive to Thessaloniki. Accommodation and overnight.
DAY 6: Thessaloniki - Sandanski - Melnik - Blagoevgrad
Breakfast. Panoramic tour of Thessaloniki - the White Tower - a symbol of the city, St. St. Cyril and Methodius Church, Navarino Square with the Palace of Galerius; Arch of Galerius; Turkish Baths; Roman Forum; St. Dimitrius Church where the relics of the saint are preserved for worship; Eptapirgio Fortress. Free time in the old part of the town for visiting the famous market. Departure for Bulgaria in the afternoon. Accommodation in the spa town of Sandanski.
DAY 7: Melnik - Blagoevgrad - Rila Monastery - Sofia
Breakfast. Sightseeing tour of Melnik with a visit to Kordopulova Museum House and wine tasting. Departure for Rila Monastery - the most beautiful and the most important monastery in Bulgaria. Visit to the monastery church Nativity of the Virgin. One of its greatest valuables is the wooden iconostasis, some 14th and 15th century icons, wall paintings, made by the famous artist Zahari Zograph. Walk around the monastery - Hrelyo’s Tower, the old kitchen, and the history museum. Arrival in Sofia in the evening. Accommodation and overnight in Sofia.
DAY 8: Sofia
Guided sightseeing tour of the city centre. Visit to Alexander Nevski Cathedral - one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in Europe, as well as one of Sofia’s symbols and a primary tourist attraction; the Parliament Square, Russian Church, St. George Rotunda, St. Sophia Church, built by the Roman emperor Justinian in the 6th century, the National Theatre, former Royal Palace, the Presidency, etc. Free time in the city centre and main trade area around Vitosha Boulevard. Optional half day tour (approx. 3 hours) to Boyana Church and National History Museum. Optional dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
DAY 9: Sofia / Skopje - departure
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and departure (in case the departure is from Skopje airport the last overnight will be in Skopje).
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