Description
The tour departs at 9am with a pick up from your hotel. The cliché "you must see Plovdiv to see Bulgaria" is absolutely true and there is so much to explore in the country's second-largest town. 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. There will be a 1,5 hour 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. You will see the Roman Theater and parts of the Roman Stadium. Walkthrough the longest pedestrian street in Europe. Explore the magnificent Revival old town with its unique colorful houses from the 19th century. After exploring Plovdiv, you will head to the mountains and visit the remains of the old medieval Asen`s Fortress (named after the famous Bulgarian king Ivan Asen II) and its church. It is situated on a very vivid place from where you can see amazing panoramic views and take astonishing photos. You will also have free time for lunch in a traditional local restaurant. The expected return in Sofia is at about 6pm.
The tour departs at 9am with a pick up from your hotel. The cliché "you must see Plovdiv to see Bulgaria" is absolutely true and there is so much to explore in the country's second-largest town. 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. There will be a 1,5 hour 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. You will see the Roman Theater and parts of the Roman Stadium. Walkthrough the longest pedestrian street in Europe. Explore the magnificent Revival old town with its unique colorful houses from the 19th century. After exploring Plovdiv, you will head to the mountains and visit the remains of the old medieval Asen`s Fortress (named after the famous Bulgarian king Ivan Asen II) and its church. It is situated on a very vivid place from where you can see amazing panoramic views and take astonishing photos. You will also have free time for lunch in a traditional local restaurant. The expected return in Sofia is at about 6pm.
Sensation Details
For lovers of:
Culture and a View, Out of the Region and Smell the Nature.
Risk level:
Very low
Duration:
09:00 Hours
GPS Location:
Meeting point:
At your hotel or accomodation
Translator:
Human
Translation for:
Bulgarian, English
Useful Information
Customers:
Babies do not count
Minimum: 1
Maximum:
16
Children:
Allowed (Up to the age of 12)
Babies:
Allowed (Up to the age of 3)
Reservation:
Within: 24 hours
Prices (Per Person)
Adults:
From 60.00 € up to 200.00 €
Children:
From 60.00 € up to 200.00 €
Babies:
Free If allowed
Payment To Provider
Pays accepted:
Cash ; Credit Card ; Debit Card ;
Vouchers accept:
['Paper', 'Electronic']
Detailed Start Times (2024)
Month(s):
January - December
Hour(s):
09:00h
Detailed Start Times (2025)
Month(s):
Sensation Details
For lovers of:
Culture and a View, Out of the Region and Smell the Nature.
Risk level:
Very low
Duration:
09:00 Hours
GPS Location:
Meeting point:
At your hotel or accomodation
Translator:
Human
Translation for:
Bulgarian, English
Useful Information
Customers:
Babies do not count
Minimum: 1
Maximum:
16
Children:
Allowed (Up to the age of 12)
Babies:
Allowed (Up to the age of 3)
Reservation:
Within: 24 hours
Prices (Per Person)
Adults:
From 60.00 € up to 200.00 €
Children:
From 60.00 € up to 200.00 €
Babies:
Free If allowed
Payment To Provider
Pays accepted:
Cash ; Credit Card ; Debit Card ;
Vouchers accept:
['Paper', 'Electronic']
Detailed Start Times (2024)
Month(s):
January - December
Hour(s):
09:00h
Detailed Start Times (2025)
Month(s):
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