Plovdiv
The saying "you have to visit Plovdiv to really understand Bulgaria" is absolutely true, and there's so much to discover in this country's second-largest city. Plovdiv, which is 160 meters above sea level, is about a 2-hour drive from Sofia. It's located in the western part of the fertile Thracian Valley and is one of Europe's oldest cities, existing around the same time as Troya and Mycenae.
During a 2-hour walking tour, you'll uncover its fascinating history while exploring the charming historic part of the city. This area is like a beautiful collection of 19th-century houses adorned with decorations, ancient fortress walls, impressive churches, and Roman structures, such as a theater that can hold 7,000 people and a stadium that can accommodate 30,000 spectators. It's a great way to learn about Plovdiv's past and its architectural wonders.
What’s included: English-speaking driver and guide throughout the tour. Transport in modern vehicle (car/minibus) with air condition, VAT and parking fees.
What’s not included: Food and beverages, personal expenses, entrance fees (approx. 5 euros per person), gratuities.
Extras: Hotel pick-up costs additional 5/10 Euro per reservation (not per person, depends on the hotel location). Tour is offered as well with ONLINE, cloud-based audioguide in different languages (EN, ES, IT, FR, DE, RU). INTERNET required to download and use.
What do I need to bring?
Wear comfortable shoes suitable to walk on cobbled streets.Especially in summer – bring sun hat, sun lotion and sun glasses.