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Great trip to Plovdiv
Fantastic Tour, Tour Guido very polite, Fanny an gave wonderful information. No boring comments or so.!!
Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $22 / person
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 278 reviews
- Languages
- DE, RU, EN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Traventuria
- Meeting point
- IMPORTANTThe 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.
Description
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 an expert guide at your side, explore and experience its millennia of epic history, monumental attractions, unique Bulgarian culture, and way of life. Your guide will take you to the most interesting sites and pinpoint fascinating details missed by the general public. Still, you will have ample free time to stroll on your own along the longest pedestrian street in Europe and sample local food and drinks.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:56 AM and 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 12–80)
- $22
- Child (ages 5–11)
- $22
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vasil Levski Monument
Your day trip starts early at 08:00 AM from the Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia) to beat the summer heat and the crowds! Board our comfortable, shared tourist coach and begin your journey.
Plovdiv Old Town
Upon arrival in Plovdiv—one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe—you will begin a comprehensive walking tour. Walk along the cobbled streets and marvel at the beautifully restored 19th-century National Revival houses. (Logistics Note: If you booked a tour in Spanish or Italian, you will be met by a dedicated local expert guide here, while your onboard host from Sofia manages transport logistics).
Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis
Explore one of the world's best-preserved ancient Roman amphitheaters. Still used for performances today, this spectacular 1st-century structure offers breathtaking panoramic views. (Entry is optional; local fee approx. 2.56 € cash).
Discover the massive Roman Stadium built in the 2nd century AD, located beneath the main pedestrian street. Your guided portion concludes near the vibrant "Kapana" (The Trap) creative district.
Plovdiv Province
How the afternoon works depends on the Option you booked: Plovdiv Extended Free Time: If you booked the base Plovdiv tour, you now have massive extended free time! Relax, dine in Kapana, or visit museums at your own pace. (Note: The shared bus will leave Plovdiv to conduct the "Grand Tours" and return later in the afternoon to pick you up). Starosel OR Koprivshtitsa Grand Tours: If you booked a premium upgrade, you will re-board the bus and travel into the countryside to visit the Thracian Tomb of Starosel & Staro Zhelezare Art Village, OR the historic 19th-century town of Koprivshtitsa (depending on the day's specific route).
After completing the day's itinerary and reuniting the group in Plovdiv, the bus travels back to Sofia. We will make a brief scheduled stop at Sofia Airport to drop off connecting passengers and shuttle riders.
Vasil Levski Monument
The tour concludes with a final drop-off at the original morning meeting point (or selected hotels, if the premium pickup option was booked). Expected return time is approximately 18:00 - 19:00, depending on traffic and the day's specific routing.
What's included
Included
Live Guide OR Audio Guide App (Depends entirely on the specific Option selected)
Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned minibus or coach
Extended Plovdiv time or trip to Starosel/Koprivshtitsa (Depends on your selected Option)
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Plovdiv & Starosel/Koprivshtitsa site tickets (Optional & payable locally)
Smartphones, headphones,and internet data- Required ONLY if you book an Audio App/Self-Guided option
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
278 reviews
How it compares in Sofia
- No. 13 by number of reviews among 605 tours in Sofia
- Starting price $22 is 83% below the typical $131 for tours of similar length in Sofia
Excurgo comparison of 605 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dynamic Itinerary & Shared Coach: To offer flexible options, this tour operates on a shared coach. If you book the "Extended Free Time" option, you will remain in Plovdiv to explore independently while the bus continues on to visit Starosel or Koprivshtitsa with the other passengers, returning later in the afternoon to pick you up.
- Guide Language Logistics: If you select a live guided tour in Spanish or Italian, your local tour will be conducted by an expert in that language. However, the transport host accompanying you on the bus from Sofia will manage logistics in a different language (usually English).
- Audio App Users: If you booked a self-guided/Audio App option, the onboard staff will assist with meeting times and logistics only. Please bring your own headphones, a fully charged smartphone, and ensure you have mobile internet data.
- Terrain & Dress Code: The Old Town of Plovdiv features steep, uneven cobbled streets. Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are absolutely mandatory.
- Summer Weather: During summer, temperatures in Plovdiv can be extremely hot. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a bottle of water are highly recommended
- All touch points in our vehicles will be frequently cleaned and disinfected.
- Museum Closures: Please note that the Regional Ethnographic Museum in Plovdiv is closed on Mondays.Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.Not wheelchair accessible.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 6 years
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia take?
Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia cost?
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.
What days does Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:56 AM and 8:00 AM.
How much does Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $22, adults from $22.
Can I cancel Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, EN, EN, IT, IT, FR, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 6 years
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Museum Closures: Please note that the Regional Ethnographic Museum in Plovdiv is closed on Mondays.Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.Not wheelchair accessible.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(278)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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A Must-do Trip in Bulgaria
I can only recommend this tour. Plovdiv was a very charming city with many beautiful historic buildings. The K-place as it was called because of its harder pronounciation was also lovely. We were able to visit a merchants house whoch was both beautiful and interesting. The was a small entrance fee of 2,5 Euro per Person, but it was not mandatory to visit the house. There were also many interesting anecdotes by our guide Martin. I would recommend booking a guided tour, since you just get to know the places in a different way. I would have like a bit more time in Plovdiv, but I also loved the K-place, so I think this tour was the best compromis. The bus arrived in Sofia on time, as well. And pick up was on time. So all in all a great trip.
S
Perfect!
Everything worked perfectly! Driver was very friendly! Definitely recommended!
K
Very good
Very nice driver, careful and polite
R
Plovdiv guided small group tour
Great value guided tour that takes one to see the cultural sites of Plovdiv. Definitely good to take guided version as the walking tour will highlight all the best places to see in more detail later. Lots to see so best to not cram other side tours but allow enough time after guided walk to see the grand houses, churches, galleries and ruins in more detail.
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Great trip to Sofia
We joined the tour midway in Plovdiv to Sofia. The bus was on time, and the organizers were very helpful. The guide was very knowlegable.
M
Bansko -Sofia
Very professional, on time and nice driver.
V
A must !
Hello I liked this tour very much our guide , our driver did an excellent job , our guide is a very kind person he helped me to get a taxi cab to return to my hotel . I recommend his company to everybody visiting Sofia
B
Terrible experience
Terrible service! The booking was for a 2.5 hour drive to Bansko from Sofia. The ride came on time and the driver was very kind but the ride took 6 hours because they took more passengers for a different location way out of the way on a very tough and twisty road. Would not trust them!
7
Short but nice trip
We only booked a trip from Sofia to Plovdiv, but next time we will use your services. Big shout out to the tour guide Sven.
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