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From Sofia: Plovdiv, Starosel Temple and an Art Village
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Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Minimum age is 6 years, children must be accompanied by an adult
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Features historic cobblestone streets with slight inclines in Plovdiv's Old Town. Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection (sunscreen/hat) are highly recommended.
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The Regional Ethnographic Museum - Plovdiv is closed on Mondays
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Operates in all weather conditions. During the summer months, temperatures in Plovdiv are significantly higher than in Sofia.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Cover 8,000 years of civilization in a single, perfectly coordinated day trip from Sofia. Traveling comfortably by air-conditioned minibus/coach, you'll explore the grand Roman ruins and cobblestone streets of Plovdiv, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities. Step further back in time at the mystical Starosel Thracian Temple, before wrapping up your journey with a modern twist in Staro Zhelezare, a quirky rural village famous for its avant-garde open-air street art.
- Visit Plovdiv’s Old Town and major historical landmarks - Perfectly timed for a quick, authentic local lunch and photo walk in Europe's longest pedestrian zone. - Discover the Starosel Thracian Temple, dating ...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comprehensive tour of Plovdiv Old Town, Starosel and Staro Zhelezare
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Professionnal driver/guide
Admission tickets (will be paid onsite)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
bul. "Yanko Sakazov" 9
IMPORTANT: The meeting point is Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia). Please, be there 15 min. in advance! | This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 5.
Return
Itinerary
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Vasil Levski Monument
Your day trip starts at 08:00 AM from the Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia). Please arrive by 07:45 AM to check in. Board our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for the drive to Plovdiv.
15 minutes
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Plovdiv Old Town
Explore one of Europe's oldest cities! Your guide will lead you through the cobbled streets of the Old Town architectural reserve. Marvel at the 19th-century National Revival houses, ancient Roman walls, and historic churches while learning about Plovdiv's 8,000-year history.
2 hours
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Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis
Visit the spectacular 1st-century Roman amphitheater. Still an active venue for opera and concerts, this UNESCO-listed site offers the most iconic panoramic views of Plovdiv and the Rhodope Mountains. (Entry is optional and paid locally).
30 minutes
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Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis
Discover the massive Roman Stadium (2nd century AD) located right beneath the feet of shoppers on the main pedestrian street. You will also have time to explore the vibrant "Kapana" (The Trap) creative district.
30 minutes
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Kapana suberb
Stroll through Europe’s longest pedestrian zone and dive into the trendy, car-free streets of the Kapana creative hub. Enjoy dedicated free time to grab an authentic local lunch at a courtyard café, shop for unique handmade souvenirs, and soak up Plovdiv's artistic energy at your own pace.
1 hour
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Thracian Temple Complex Starosel
Step inside ancient mysteries as you climb the grand stone staircase of Europe's largest 4th-century BC Thracian royal tomb. Walk through the mystical 10-column dome chamber with an expert guide and uncover secret rituals older than many Roman monuments.
Note : The itinerary depends on the specific option you have booked
Alternative route : Koprivshtitsa - Spend extra time in the town, exploring its colorful revolutionary houses and the "First Shot" bridge, soaking in the mountain atmosphere.
1 hour
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Staro Zhelezare Street Art Village
Capture surreal photos in a traditional rural village completely transformed into a vibrant, open-air street art gallery. Walk past local homes and barns where village elders are painted right alongside global celebrities, politicians, and pop-culture icons.
Alternative route : Koprivshtitsa - Spend extra time in the town, exploring its colorful revolutionary houses and the "First Shot" bridge, soaking in the mountain atmosphere.
1 hour
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Plovdiv
After exploring the street art in Staro Zhelezare, we will make a quick, scheduled stop back in Plovdiv to pick up the passengers who chose the Plovdiv-only option. Once the entire group is comfortably back on board, we will head straight back to Sofia.
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Vasil Levski Monument
Sit back and relax on the drive back to Sofia. You will be dropped off at the original meeting point.
From Sofia: Plovdiv, Starosel Temple and an Art Village
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Cover 8,000 years of civilization in a single, perfectly coordinated day trip from Sofia. Traveling comfortably by air-conditioned minibus/coach, you'll explore the grand Roman ruins and cobblestone streets of Plovdiv, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities. Step further back in time at the mystical Starosel Thracian Temple, before wrapping up your journey with a modern twist in Staro Zhelezare, a quirky rural village famous for its avant-garde open-air street art.
- Visit Plovdiv’s Old Town and major historical landmarks - Perfectly timed for a quick, authentic local lunch and photo walk in Europe's longest pedestrian zone. - Discover the Starosel Thracian Temple, dating ...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comprehensive tour of Plovdiv Old Town, Starosel and Staro Zhelezare
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Professionnal driver/guide
Admission tickets (will be paid onsite)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
bul. "Yanko Sakazov" 9
IMPORTANT: The meeting point is Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia). Please, be there 15 min. in advance! | This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 5.
