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From Sofia: Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa

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4.594937 out of 5 stars
237 reviews
From Sofia: Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa
4.594937 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.594937 out of 5 stars
237 reviews

Discover the cities of Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa on this full-day tour from Sofia. Admire the architectural masterpieces and cultural highlights of each history.

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Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, Bulgarian, English
Optional audio guide
Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, English
Pickup optional
Departure from different pick-up points: Sofia Central Bus/Train Station, Ploshtad "Vazrazhdane", Ploshtad "Atanas Burov", Restaurant "La Cattedrale", Sofia Airport T1&T2, METRO store.Be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the notified departure time and try to find our sticker marking precisely the pick-up point in the area!

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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HAMID – Bulgaria

I’ve done the Plovdiv & Koprivshtitsa tour three times with different friends, and this last one (on 01.06.2025) was by far the best! Our guide, Maria Maneva, was absolutely fantastic her energy, deep knowledge, and the way she led the tour made the experience truly special. The route itself is scenic, filled with rich history, and Maria’s storytelling brought everything to life. Highly recommended!

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Lauren – United Kingdom

Despite the weather being stupidly wet and rainy, I still had the best time! Our guide Maria was fantastic and gave us lots of interesting stories and information! It was a long day but so worth it!

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  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

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    Plovdiv

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (2 hours)

  • Plovdiv

    Free time (1.5 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Koprivshtitsa

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (2 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (2.5 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    La Cattedrale, La Cattedrale

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit two of the most frequented tourist towns in Bulgaria in just one day
  • Explore Plovdiv, one of the oldest continuously inhabited towns in Europe
  • Enjoy some free time to shop for souvenirs and eat lunch in Plovdiv
  • Travel to Koprivshtitsa in the heart of the Sredna Gora mountain range
  • Admire the traditional 19th-century archaeological delights of the town

Full description

A 2-hour drive from Sofia will take you to the city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second largest city and one of its oldest towns. Within 2-3 hours of walking along the city, you will discover the history and culture behind a 7000-year old settlement, written by the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Bulgarian civilizations. You can enjoy sightseeing in the Old Town with its museums, historical monuments, revival period houses, lined with souvenir shops cobbled streets or get impressed by the rich Ethnographical Museum and the ancient Roman Theater. Feel the atmosphere of this artistic and trades center and enjoy a lunch at the local restaurants.

The next stop on your way back is the charming town of Koprivshtitsa with its fascinating history and authentic 19th-century architecture. Spend the rest of the day in the leisure of this small and picturesque city situated in central Bulgaria, spread amongst the slopes of the Sredna Gora Mountains, which carry a specific spirit of tranquillity and eternity. Once a scene of battles for the liberation of Bulgaria, now the city is turned into a museum of the Revival Period of Bulgaria. Here you can visit the homes of some of the most eminent Bulgarians, writers, and rebels, and admire the vast collections of ethnographical treasures, including ancient weapons, intricate national costumes, and stunning jewelry.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Parking fees
  • Driver/guide (if option selected)
  • Multilingual audio guide (if option selected)
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fees (optional): Plovdiv's Ethnographic museum - LV 8 (€4.00), Roman Theater - LV 5 (€2.50), all the museum houses in Koprivshtitsa - LV 15 (€7.50)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, in front of the restaurant La Cattedrale, ul. "Oborishte" 1А, 1504 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. Please arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat

Know before you go

  • The entrance fee to Plovdiv Ethnographic Museum is LV 5 (€2.50)
  • The entrance fee to the Roman Theater is LV 5 (€2.50)
  • The entrance fee to all the museum houses in Koprivshtitsa is LV 5 (€2.50)
  • This tour is not suitable for disabled persons.
  • Children under the age of 6 years old will not be permitted on this tour
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 237 reviews

Review summary

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

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HAMID – BulgariaJune 2, 2025 – Verified booking
I’ve done the Plovdiv & Koprivshtitsa tour three times with different friends, and this last one (on 01.06.2025) was by far the best! Our guide, Maria Maneva, was absolutely fantastic her energy, deep knowledge, and the way she led the tour made the experience truly special. The route itself is scenic, filled with rich history, and Maria’s storytelling brought everything to life. Highly recommended!

Response from provider

June 3, 2025

We’re thrilled to hear that your most recent experience on June 1st stood out, and that Maria made such a strong impression. Her energy and passion for Bulgaria’s history truly bring each place to life, and we’ll be sure to pass your lovely feedback along to her. We hope to welcome you on many more memorable tours in the future!

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Lauren – United KingdomMay 26, 2025 – Verified booking
Despite the weather being stupidly wet and rainy, I still had the best time! Our guide Maria was fantastic and gave us lots of interesting stories and information! It was a long day but so worth it!

Response from provider

June 3, 2025

Thank you for braving the rain with such a great attitude! We're thrilled to hear that Maria made the day special despite the weather. Sending you warm regards from Bulgaria! 😊 Traventuria team

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Monica – SpainMay 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Great experience!! Great guide!!! Todor you have 10/10 😁🙌, we are really happy we've met you!! We recommend travel with you any time!! Congrats Traventuria 😃

Response from provider

June 3, 2025

Wow, what a fantastic message—thank you! Todor will be grinning from ear to ear when he sees this. We're so glad you had such a good time and that you’d hop on a tour with us again. Big thanks from the whole Traventuria team! 😄

Product ID: 42684

Activity provider:Traventuria Ltd.
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