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From Sofia: Plovdiv Guided Day Tour

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From Sofia: Plovdiv Guided Day Tour
4.5
860 reviews

Embark on a day trip from Sofia to Plovdiv, the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe. Explore its rich history through remarkable landmarks from various eras.

About this activity

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Duration 8.5 - 10 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Optional audio guide
Spanish, Italian, German, French, Russian, English, Bulgarian, Romanian, Chinese

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

M
Marsha – France

The trip to Plovdiv was great. I would incorporate 30/45 mins of the walking street.

D
Daniel – Germany

I highly recommend this tour. The 2 hour transport was very smooth and Maria was a wonderful tourguide in Plovdiv. The city is really worth a visit and despite what other people say here you can see a lot in 4 hours (2 hours guided tour, 2 hours free time)

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    6 starting location options:

    pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, St Alexander Nevski Square, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А

  • Van

    (2 hours)

    Plovdiv

    Guided tour (2 hours)

    Optional

  • Timeline stop icon

    Plovdiv

    Free time (2 hours)

  • Van

    (2 hours)

  • 6 drop-off locations:

    pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, St Alexander Nevski Square, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Follow the traces of Bulgarian history in Europe's oldest town
  • Tour historic Plovdiv and its impressive Roman ruins
  • Admire the stunning architecture of the Bulgarian Revival
  • Stroll along Europe’s longest pedestrian street
  • Opt for a guided experience or choose an audio guide for flexibility

Full description

Choose between a guided tour and a self-guided one to discover the oldest existing town in Europe - Plovdiv - its capital of culture for 2019!

The tour departs at 9:00. Please be at the meeting point - at the parking lot Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral at 8:45 and ask for the City Tour guide and van (our guides usually wear blue clothes).

The traveling time to Plovdiv is abour 2-hours. There, if you have chosen the option with the guided tour, you will have a 2-hours guided tour in the old town, where you will be able to see the remarkable Revival houses, the views from the hill, the Roman theater and stadium, as well as the main walking street.

After the guided tour, you will have 2 hours free time, during which you can have lunch, check the shops and visit some of the museums.

If you have booked the self-guided option, you will have 4 hours free time after the arrival, during which you can explore the town on your own.

The departute back to Sofia is at 15:00 and the approximate return between 17:00 and 17:30, depending on the trafic.

Includes

  • Guide or driver (depending on the booked option)
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Trip to Plovdiv
  • Entrance fees (optional visits during free time)
  • Food, drinks, personal expenses
  • Tips (optional)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Select participants and date

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • Please warn us if you have a 0-2 years old baby when you make the reservation so that we can prepare a special seat for them

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 860 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Marsha – FranceApril 11, 2025 – Verified booking
The trip to Plovdiv was great. I would incorporate 30/45 mins of the walking street.
D
Daniel – GermanyApril 10, 2025 – Verified booking
I highly recommend this tour. The 2 hour transport was very smooth and Maria was a wonderful tourguide in Plovdiv. The city is really worth a visit and despite what other people say here you can see a lot in 4 hours (2 hours guided tour, 2 hours free time)
C
Chris – United KingdomApril 4, 2025 – Verified booking
Guide Toni was great and we had a good taster for a lovely city

Product ID: 110029

Activity provider:City Tour Sofia

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