From Sofia: Plovdiv, Starosel Temple and an Art Village

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Vasil Levski Monument

  Your day trip starts at 08:00 AM from the Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia). Please arrive by 07:45 AM to check in. Board our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for the drive to Plovdiv.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Plovdiv Old Town

  Explore one of Europe's oldest cities! Your guide will lead you through the cobbled streets of the Old Town architectural reserve. Marvel at the 19th-century National Revival houses, ancient Roman walls, and historic churches while learning about Plovdiv's 8,000-year history.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis

  Visit the spectacular 1st-century Roman amphitheater. Still an active venue for opera and concerts, this UNESCO-listed site offers the most iconic panoramic views of Plovdiv and the Rhodope Mountains. (Entry is optional and paid locally).

  30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis

  Discover the massive Roman Stadium (2nd century AD) located right beneath the feet of shoppers on the main pedestrian street. You will also have time to explore the vibrant "Kapana" (The Trap) creative district.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Kapana

  Enjoy dedicated free time to experience Plovdiv just like a local. Stroll through the vibrant streets of Europe's longest pedestrian zone, completely free of car traffic and lined with beautifully restored 19th-century architecture. Whether you want to sit down at a trendy courtyard restaurant in the creative Kapana district for an authentic Bulgarian lunch, grab a fresh local pastry on the go, or hunt for the perfect souvenir. It is the perfect opportunity to capture incredible photos, relax, and soak in the artistic energy of the city at your own pace.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Thracian Temple Complex Starosel

  Explore the remarkable 4th-century BC Thracian cult complex, the largest and most architecturally impressive royal tomb ever uncovered in southeastern Europe. Note : The itinerary depends on the specific option you have booked Standard route : Starosel & Staro Zhelezare Koprivshtitsa : Spend extra time in Koprivshtitsa exploring its colorful revolutionary houses and the "First Shot" bridge, soaking in the mountain atmosphere.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 7

  Trade ancient history for a brilliant splash of modern culture in Staro Zhelezare, Bulgaria’s most unique "avant-garde" village. This traditional rural settlement has been transformed into a living, breathing open-air art gallery, where the walls of local homes, barns, and fences serve as giant canvases for incredible street art. Standard Route: Visit Staro Zhelezare Koprivshtitsa Upgrade: Spend extra time in Koprivshtitsa exploring its colorful revolutionary houses and the "First Shot" bridge, soaking in the mountain atmosphere.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Vasil Levski Monument

  Sit back and relax on the drive back to Sofia. You will be dropped off at the original meeting point.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• The Old Town of Plovdiv is with cobbled streets (some of them steep) , please have comfortable walking shoes
• The Regional Ethnographic Museum - Plovdiv is closed on Mondays

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