Join us for an unforgettable journey to Plovdiv, the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe. Nestled among picturesque hills, this vibrant destination offers a rich blend of history, culture, and charm. Stroll along one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets, explore the beautifully preserved Revival-era Old Town, and marvel at the impressive Roman Theatre. Your knowledgeable local guide will bring the city’s fascinating past to life during a 2-hour guided tour. Afterward, enjoy around 3 hours of free time to discover Plovdiv at your own pace—relax in a café, browse local shops, or wander its charming streets. Total duration: 8.5 to 10 hours A perfect day trip filled with culture, sights, and unforgettable experiences!
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In demand: 9 of the next 39 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
The meeting point for the tour is Vasil Levski Monument, Yanko Sakuzov Blvd 7 please be there at 08:15 am. The departure is at 08:30 am. Please be on time!
Discover Plovdiv- one of the oldest existing settlements in world! See the Roman Theater and parts of the Roman Stadium. Walk through the longest pedestrian street in Europe. Explore the magnificent Revival old town with its unique colorful houses from the 19th century. Plovdiv is about 2 hours’ drive from Sofia and is situated in the western part of the Thracian Valley. It is one of the oldest settlements in the world, having emerged on the three adjacent hills – the beginning of its history dates back to 4,000 years BC. It has preserved Thracian, Roman and Bulgarian heritage from different epochs. In Plovdiv you will have about 2 hours guided walking tour in the heart of the town and you will learn lots of historical facts and legends while exploring its most interesting sightseeing places. After the guided tour you will have about 3 hours free time for lunch break and shopping. The approximate return in Sofia is between 5pm and 5:30 pm.
At the end of the tour, the van/bus returns to the same starting point, Vasil Levsky Monument - Yanko Sakuzov Blvd 7
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Must-See Plovdiv Day Tour from Sofia lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $22 per person for this Sofia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:29 AM and 8:30 AM.
It can: 9 of the next 39 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The meeting point for the tour is Vasil Levski Monument, Yanko Sakuzov Blvd 7 Ask for travel agency City Tour. Please be there at 8:15am. The bus departs at 08:30 am and will not wait for you if you are late. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, RU, EN, EN, IT, IT, FR, ES, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 415 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City Tour Ltd..
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A positive experience, it's a beautiful city although quite difficult to walk around the centre due to the large cobbled stones and hilly terrain. The guide was good although not as passionate as Eva, the guide who was on our trip to Rila monastery who was fantastic. The driver was good and the punctuality and organization too.
We booked this trip as we thought it looked interesting, and I'm pleased to say that it delivered on all levels. Our guide Martin was fantastic and shared a lot of knowledge with us, as he led us around the city. We found the whole experience fascinating, and would definitely recommend it as a must do excursion.
On the tour, the accompanying guide did not speak Spanish; she played a translated recording of her presentation on the bus. That was all. On the way back, she only spoke to the group in English and Italian and not a word of Spanish. In Plovdiv, however, Bibiana, our guide, did her job very well; you couldn't ask for more. Excellent. I would have appreciated one more hour to see the center of Plovdiv and return to the old town. It is a beautiful city, with a lot to visit. I would have liked the bus to stop somewhere else; you could only get off at the departure point.
Great day out, value for money, beautiful city. Well organised, coach guides Pablo and Nico excellent and city guide Ilea also. (Not sure of name spellings). We thought Plovdiv much nicer than Sofia. Maybe over next few years Sofia will benefit from a little TLC. 😀
The guide Diana was wonderful. The bus they gave us was practically ready for the scrapyard. It gave us a scare on the way back.
The guides were super nice and careful that nobody got lost! They made the old town super interesting, and just the right amount of time was left there to explore the city on my own. I would really recommend it if you are spending a couple of days in Sofia!
Pavel was a great guide and the tour was well organised
Good tour. 2 hr walking tour with English guide, then 2.5 hrs on own time. Plenty to see and visit. Overall great tour.
I would have preferred to enter the Roman Theater and spend time there, for the guide to have told us stories that happened there, than to have spent so much time in churches. I know this would have made the excursion more expensive, but in my opinion, the difference would be worth it.
Beautiful experience with Elia! ❤️ A young, brilliant, local girl who won us over right from the start with her energy, her friendliness, and above all with her great preparation. She knows the area deeply and manages to describe it in an interesting, engaging, and never boring way, conveying all the passion she has for her land. A special mention goes to her sweetness with our Leo, who is just 2 years old: she was very good with him, patient, attentive to his needs, and capable of engaging him naturally. For us parents, this really made the difference and allowed us to experience it with even more serenity. Elia is one of those guides who doesn't just simply tell you about a place: she makes you experience it. Knowledgeable, authentic, cheerful, and truly pleasant to listen to. We recommend her with all our heart and, if we have the chance, we will definitely choose her again! ❤️ City Tour is the best!
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