Bulgaria: 4x4 Mountain Day Tour, Village BBQ & Honey Tasting

Summary

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You’ll ride off-road by 4x4 through Bulgaria’s wild hills, try archery at Walnut Ranch near Tunkovo village, climb Biberna mountain for local stories and drinks, then share a traditional BBQ lunch with homemade honey in Poroy village. It’s not polished or fancy — just real moments with locals and honest flavors you’ll remember long after.

What’s the experience like?

Gravel pinged up under the tires as our 4x4 rattled away from Kableshkovo — not a sound I’m used to first thing in the morning, but it kind of set the mood. Our driver, Ivan, grinned in the rearview and pointed out a field of sunflowers leaning heavy toward the sky. “You see that? Only here,” he said. There was this dry, grassy smell coming in through the window, mixed with something sweet I couldn’t place yet. We passed a couple of sheep and a kid waving from his bike. I waved back — felt right.

First stop was Walnut Ranch near Tunkovo. The air there had this dusty warmth, and someone was already setting up archery targets under a walnut tree. I tried (missed everything), but Li cheered anyway. They gave us these little glasses of something cold and herbal — turns out it’s a local drink whose name I still can’t pronounce. Our guide, Maria, told us stories about the area; she laughed when I tried to repeat one of the village names (I definitely butchered it). There were games too — nothing fancy, but it got everyone talking and joking around.

The drive up Biberna mountain was bumpier than I’d expected — my teeth actually clicked together once or twice — but then we stopped at the top and suddenly it was just quiet wind and this view that stretched all the way to some distant villages. Maria poured us more drinks (something fruity this time) while explaining how people used to cross these hills on foot for market days. I liked that image for some reason; maybe because you could still hear cowbells somewhere below.

Lunch in Poroy felt like being invited into someone’s home — wood smoke drifting from a grill out back, tables crowded with plates of grilled meat, fresh salad, bread that crackled when you tore it open. The honey tasting came last; they brought out jars from different farms nearby. One tasted almost like wildflowers after rain — or maybe that was just me getting sentimental by then. Anyway, I still think about that honey sometimes when breakfast feels too quiet back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — 4x4 tour with activities and lunch

• Enjoy scenic views with guide talk
• Play archery and games at Walnut Ranch
• Visit Biberna mountain peak and refresh
• Have traditional Bulgarian lunch in Poroy

Top questions

How long is the 4x4 mountain day tour in Bulgaria?

The tour lasts approximately one day with multiple stops including Walnut Ranch, Biberna mountain peak, and Poroy village for lunch.

Is lunch included on this Bulgaria day trip?

Yes, lunch is included—a 3-course meal with Bulgarian BBQ and drinks served in a traditional tavern in Poroy village.

What activities are offered at Walnut Ranch near Tunkovo?

You can try archery and join simple games at Walnut Ranch; complimentary drinks are also provided during this stop.

Are drinks provided during the tour?

Yes, alcoholic beverages and other drinks are included throughout the tour at various stops.

Does this Bulgaria mountain tour include honey tasting?

Yes, you’ll enjoy a degustation of different types of local honey during lunch in Poroy village.

Is pickup available for this 4x4 adventure?

The tour includes pickup options; public transportation is also available nearby if needed.

Is this day trip suitable for travelers with limited mobility?

This tour isn’t recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health due to rough terrain.

What villages do we visit on this Bulgaria offroad tour?

You’ll stop at Tunkovo (Walnut Ranch) and Poroy village for lunch during your route through the mountains.

What’s included

Your day includes travel by 4x4 vehicle through Bulgaria’s mountains with stops for archery and games at Walnut Ranch near Tunkovo village; an info talk and local drinks atop Biberna mountain; plus a full three-course Bulgarian BBQ lunch with drinks and a tasting of locally made honey before heading back down to town.