12 hours
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Overview
Begin your journey with an easy meet-up in front of the Embassy of Slovakia in central Sofia. Join your local guide and fellow travelers for a comfortable two-hour drive to Plovdiv—Bulgaria’s second-largest city and one of Europe’s oldest.
Upon arrival, set off on a guided walking tour through Plovdiv’s enchanting Old Town. Wander cobblestone streets lined with beautifully restored 19th-century homes, ancient Roman ruins, and vibrant art galleries. As you explore, your guide brings the city’s 8,000-year history to life, sharing captivating stories of the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Bulgarian influences that give Plovdiv its unique character.
After the tour, enjoy free time to explore at your own pace. Soak up the atmosphere on the lively pedestrian streets, unwind at a local cafe, or browse for handcrafted souvenirs.
End your day with a relaxing drive back to Sofia, with drop-off in the city center—the perfect, stress-free way to experience Plovdiv’s timeless charm.
Operated by
Traventuria
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Ani was a excellent tour guide and very welcoming
Dmitri_G, May 2026
Tour guide Ani was very friendly right from the beginning. Despite only being booked and required to speak in Spanish Ani kindly translated everything into English for those of us who should have had audio guides. I had downloaded the audio guide but hard to follow given that the numbers etc. didn't tie up with the order that we saw things in Plovdiv. Also, the audio guide is an American voice that goes into a lot of detail sometimes for nearly 10 minutes at a time, which I found quite annoying after awhile and hard to stay interested in. If you can I definitely recommend booking a tour with a tour guide that speaks your required language and don't book the audio guide tours. Plovdiv was lovely and nice weather. We also went to the Thracian tomb near Starosel and Starosel art village to look at the amazing graffiti art work. Thank you Ani and our driver for a lovely day trip in a comfortable minibus.
Amazing , thank you!
697sonnyh, Apr 2026
Great experience guys, I will definitely recommend you!
Plovdiv is a dream!
xray604, Mar 2026
Plovdiv is not to be left out on your trip to Bulgaria. Maria, the guide, was a true professional. Very knowledgable and quite obviously passionate about Plovdiv. I would 100% book with this tour group again.
A worthwhile tour
Shmuel_A, Feb 2026
We choose a small group tour which was very pleasent, and efficient. The guide was very good her name is MARIA Maneva
Itinerary
Vasil Levski Monument
Your day trip starts early at 08:00 AM from the Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia) to beat the summer heat and the crowds! Board our comfortable, shared tourist coach and begin your journey.
15 minutesPlovdiv Old Town
Before hitting the highway, the bus makes a scheduled stop at Sofia International Airport (and occasionally selected hotels) to pick up arriving passengers and regular shuttle ticket holders joining the route. Please sit back and relax as we complete these necessary boarding procedures before the 2-hour drive to Plovdiv.
15 minutesPlovdiv Old Town
Upon arrival in Plovdiv—one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe—you will begin a comprehensive walking tour. Walk along the cobbled streets and marvel at the beautifully restored 19th-century National Revival houses.
(Logistics Note: If you booked a tour in Spanish or Italian, you will be met by a dedicated local expert guide here, while your onboard host from Sofia manages transport logistics).
2 hoursAncient Theatre of Philippopolis
Explore one of the world's best-preserved ancient Roman amphitheaters. Still used for performances today, this spectacular 1st-century structure offers breathtaking panoramic views. (Entry is optional; local fee approx. 2.56 € cash).
30 minutesDiscover the massive Roman Stadium built in the 2nd century AD, located beneath the main pedestrian street. Your guided portion concludes near the vibrant "Kapana" (The Trap) creative district.
30 minutesPlovdiv Province
How the afternoon works depends on the Option you booked:
Plovdiv Extended Free Time: If you booked the base Plovdiv tour, you now have massive extended free time! Relax, dine in Kapana, or visit museums at your own pace. (Note: The shared bus will leave Plovdiv to conduct the "Grand Tours" and return later in the afternoon to pick you up).
Starosel OR Koprivshtitsa Grand Tours: If you booked a premium upgrade, you will re-board the bus and travel into the countryside to visit the Thracian Tomb of Starosel & Staro Zhelezare Art Village, OR the historic 19th-century town of Koprivshtitsa (depending on the day's specific route).
3 hoursAfter completing the day's itinerary and reuniting the group in Plovdiv, the bus travels back to Sofia. We will make a brief scheduled stop at Sofia Airport to drop off connecting passengers and shuttle riders.
15 minutesVasil Levski Monument
The tour concludes with a final drop-off at the original morning meeting point (or selected hotels, if the premium pickup option was booked). Expected return time is approximately 18:00 - 19:00, depending on traffic and the day's specific routing.
5 minutes
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Live Guide OR Audio Guide App (Depends entirely on the specific Option selected)
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned minibus or coach
- Extended Plovdiv time or trip to Starosel/Koprivshtitsa (Depends on your selected Option)
- Surcharges on fuel
- Parking fees
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (ONLY included if a "+ Pickup" option is selected at checkout)
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (If a standard 'Meeting Point' option is selected)
- Plovdiv & Starosel/Koprivshtitsa site tickets (Optional & payable locally)
- Smartphones, headphones,and internet data- Required ONLY if you book an Audio App/Self-Guided option
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dynamic Itinerary & Shared Coach: To offer flexible options, this tour operates on a shared coach. If you book the "Extended Free Time" option, you will remain in Plovdiv to explore independently while the bus continues on to visit Starosel or Koprivshtitsa with the other passengers, returning later in the afternoon to pick you up.
- Guide Language Logistics: If you select a live guided tour in Spanish or Italian, your local tour will be conducted by an expert in that language. However, the transport host accompanying you on the bus from Sofia will manage logistics in a different language (usually English).
- Audio App Users: If you booked a self-guided/Audio App option, the onboard staff will assist with meeting times and logistics only. Please bring your own headphones, a fully charged smartphone, and ensure you have mobile internet data.
- Terrain & Dress Code: The Old Town of Plovdiv features steep, uneven cobbled streets. Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are absolutely mandatory.
- Summer Weather: During summer, temperatures in Plovdiv can be extremely hot. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a bottle of water are highly recommended
- All touch points in our vehicles will be frequently cleaned and disinfected.
- Museum Closures: Please note that the Regional Ethnographic Museum in Plovdiv is closed on Mondays.Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.Not wheelchair accessible.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 6 years
Guide Languages
English
Russian
Spanish
German
Italian
French
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.