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Plovdiv Full Day Tour from Sofia
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Travel hassle-free from Sofia to Plovdiv and back in the comfort of a modern and air-conditioned minibus. Plovdiv is one of the oldest towns in the world. More ancient than Rome! With a guide explore and experience its millennia of epic history, monumental attractions, unique Bulgaria culture and way of life. Your English-speaking guide will take you to the most interesting sites and pinpoint fascinating details missed by the general public. You will have free time to stroll on your own along the longest pedestrian street in Europe and sample local food and drinks.
Highlights
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8 hours and 30 minutes
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Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
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Free Cancellation
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Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
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Fuel surcharge
Included
Driver/guide in English
Excluded
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Excluded
Food and drinks
Excluded
Gratuities
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Admission tickets
Meeting Points
Departure
La Cattedrale

IMPORTANT: The meeting point is BEHIND Alexander Nevski Cathedral (opposite La Cattedrale restaurant) | GPS coordinates: 42.695601, 23.333790 | Please, be there 15 min. in advance! | This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 5.
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Itinerary
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St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Your day trip starts at 9:00 am from the parking lot behind the majestic Alexander Nevski Cathedral in central Sofia. You will board a comfy, air-conditioned minibus and head for a 2-hour drive on the motorway to Plovdiv. This is the time that you will learn from your guide more about Bulgarian history, culture, economy and nature.
15 minutes
2
Sofia International Airport
Stop at Sofia International Airport for picking up the clients who have booked pick up form there.
15 minutes
3
Plovdiv Old Town
As one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, cosmopolitan Plovdiv is packed with fascinating Thracian, Roman, Slav, Turkish and Bulgarian history. With your guide, enjoy a 2.5-hour walking tour on the cobbled narrow paths in the Old Town of Plovdiv. Explore and learn about all its major highlights including the finest examples of Bulgarian Rennaissance town architecture, the spectacular 2nd-century Ancient Theater, the Roman Stadium, Plovdiv's Ethnographic Museum and much more.
180 minutes
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Plovdiv Old Town
After the guided tour of the Old Town, you will have about an hour and a half to further independently explore the attractions of the city centre. You can have lunch (own expense) or go shopping on "Glavnata"- the longest pedestrian in Europe. You can get entertained by some of the artistic events organized in the heart of the city while Plovdiv is celebrating its nomination as the European Capital of Culture for 2019. A lot of tourists choose to wander in the Kapana neighbourhood - a place with a bohemian vibe, chic bars and beautiful graffiti. The region of Plovdiv is famous for its wine production and in Kapana you will find options to sample some of the local red or white wines.
120 minutes
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Sofia International Airport
Droping off the clients who have booked drop off at the airport.
15 minutes
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St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
After you have immersed in the unique atmosphere of Plovdiv, sit back and relax on your 2-hour transfer back to Sofia's Alexander Nevski Cathedral.
10 minutes
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum age is 6 years
The Old Town of Plovdiv is with cobbled streets (some of them steep) , please have comfortable walking shoes
During the summer months the weather in Plovdiv can be very hot. We highly recommend sunscreen, hat and sun glasses.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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