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Plovdiv - European Capital of Culture 2019
Discover Plovdiv – Bulgaria’s second largest city, European Capital of Culture 2019, and one of the oldest settlements in the world. Join a full-day guided tour from Sofia to explore the vibrant Old Town with its Roman Theater, Ancient Stadium, Nebet Tepe hill, colorful houses, art, churches, mosques, cafes, and galleries. Walk through centuries of history, from Thracians and Romans to modern times, while enjoying fascinating stories from your expert guide. Visit the Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis – one of the best-preserved Roman theatres still in use, and admire the remains of the stadium that once seated 30,000 spectators. Travel in comfort by air-conditioned minibus and experience Plovdiv’s culture, history, and postcard-perfect views in one unforgettable day trip.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the Old Town of Plovdiv, where art and history collide into a magical experience
- Maximize your time in Plovdiv and learn about its major sights
- Climb Nebet Tepe hill for panoramic city views and ancient ruins
- Relax at the ''Kapana'' artistic district, where you will find workshops and cozy restaurants
- Stroll along Europe’s longest pedestrian street
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned bus
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Know Before You Go
- How to Dress: In the summer, the temperature in Plovdiv reaches over 40°C. Traventuria advice: Bring a sun hat, sun lotion, and sunglasses.
Shoes: We advise you to wear comfortable walking shoes as the streets in the Old Town of Plovdiv are cobbled. - Cash or Card: Kindly note that paying with a card is possible at most restaurants, cafes, and stores, but paying by credit/debit card is not possible everywhere.
- Food: Plovdiv is a melting pot of different cultures and arts. In the center, you will find many of those different nuances in the fine restaurants and street foods, especially in the area of Kapana.
*Ask your tour guide for more information and recommendations*.
Included/Excluded
- Live guide throughout the trip (if option selected)
- Audio guide (if option selected)
- Transport by a modern air-conditioned bus
- Entry tickets (optional)
- Food & Drinks
- Tips
Tour Plan
09:00 Departure from Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia) meeting point.
Meet us at the Vasil Levski Monument, in front of the Embassy of Slovakia (LINK to the meeting point on Google Maps).
Please, arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes earlier. The bus departs at 09:00 am sharp and does NOT wait for any late passengers.
Kindly note: Additional pick-up points are available during the booking process
11:00 Arrival to the city of Plovdiv.
You will travel in comfort for about 2 hours on the Trakia (E80) highway to the city of Plovdiv.
The journey offers scenic views of rolling hills, open fields, and glimpses of the Sredna Gora Mountains.
A short stop for refreshments and WC is included.
11:00 - 13:30 Guided walking tour of Plovdiv's Old town district
With a live English-speaking guide or with an audio guide, you will explore the Architectural and Historical Reserve (Old Town) of Plovdiv, full of historical and cultural sights. Some of the main landmarks you will visit are:
- Different Revival-period mansions
- Hissar Kapia
- The Ancient Theatre of Philipopolis (Plovdiv)
- The Regional Ethnographic Museum of Plovdiv
- The St. Constantine and Helena Church
The tour will continue with a visit to the famous
- Roman Stadium
- Glavnata (the main pedestrian street)
13:30-15:00 Free time for lunch, shopping (Plovdiv has the longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe) and sightseeing at our pace.
Free time for lunch, or shopping (Plovdiv has the longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe), or sightseeing at your own pace. Plovdiv has the longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe.
Plovdiv has the longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe. A lively neighbourhood with lots of restaurants, fancy bars, and street art is Kapana (The Trap)
15:00 Departure from Plovdiv
At 15:00, the bus heads back to Sofia.
17:00 Arrival at Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia) - back at the tour meeting point
After an approximate two hours driving, the tour is back at its starting point - Vasil Levski Monument, in front of the Embassy of Slovakia (LINK to the meeting point on Google Maps).
*Please note that all of the timetables are approximate and are subject to change, depending on the size of the group and the traffic along the way!
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