• Vasil Levski Monument - Begin your day trip bright and early at 08:00 AM from the Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia) to avoid the summer heat and crowds! Hop on our comfortable, shared tourist coach and start your adventure.
• Sofia International Airport - Important Logistics: Before heading to the highway, the bus makes a scheduled stop at Sofia International Airport (and occasionally selected hotels) to pick up arriving passengers and regular shuttle ticket holders joining the route. Please relax as we complete these essential boarding procedures before the 2-hour drive to Plovdiv.
• Plovdiv Old Town - Upon reaching Plovdiv—one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited cities—you will embark on a comprehensive walking tour. Stroll along the cobbled streets and admire the beautifully restored 19th-century National Revival houses. (Logistics Note: If you booked a tour in Spanish or Italian, a dedicated local expert guide will meet you here, while your onboard host from Sofia manages transport logistics).
• Plovdiv Roman Theatre - Discover one of the world’s best-preserved ancient Roman amphitheaters. Still used for performances today, this stunning 1st-century structure offers breathtaking panoramic views. (Entry is optional; local fee approx. 5 BGN cash).
• Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis - Explore 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 - The afternoon’s activities depend on the option you booked:

Plovdiv Extended Free Time: If you booked the base Plovdiv tour, you now have ample extended free time! Relax, dine in Kapana, or visit museums at your leisure. (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).

• Sofia International Airport - After completing the day’s itinerary and reuniting the group in Plovdiv, the bus returns 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.

• Live Guide OR Audio Guide App (Depends on selected Option)
• Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned minibus or coach
• Extended Plovdiv time or trip to Starosel/Koprivshtitsa (Depends on selected Option)
• Surcharges on fuel
• Parking fees
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (ONLY if ‘+ Pickup’ option is selected)

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (If a standard ‘Meeting Point’ option is selected)
• Plovdiv & Starosel/Koprivshtitsa site tickets (Optional & payable locally)
• Smartphones, headphones,and internet data- Required ONLY if you book an Audio App/Self-Guided option
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

Travel effortlessly from Sofia to Plovdiv and back in the comfort of a modern, air-conditioned minibus. Plovdiv is one of the world’s oldest cities, even older than Rome! With a knowledgeable guide by your side, delve into its rich history, monumental attractions, and distinctive Bulgarian culture and lifestyle. Your guide will lead you to the most captivating sites and highlight intriguing details often overlooked by others. Additionally, you’ll have plenty of free time to wander along Europe’s longest pedestrian street and enjoy local cuisine and beverages.

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.