Location: Plovdiv
Top Things to do in Plovdiv
What to do and see in Plovdiv, Plovdiv Province: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Plovdiv (Bulgarian: Пловдив, pronounced ['pɫovdif]) is the second-largest city in Bulgaria, with a city population of 341,567 as of 2015 and 675,586 in the greater metropolitan area. It is an important economic, transport, cultural, and educational center. There is evidence of habitation in Plovdiv dating back to the 6th millennium BCE, when the first Neolithic settlements were established; it is said to be one of the oldest cities in Europe.
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1. Treasures of Romania and Bulgaria Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Treasures of Romania and Bulgaria Tour takes you in just 11 days in two important countries of the Balkans. You will travel with a small group of maximum 6 people. Romania and Bulgaria, part of Eastern Europe, share many similarities but in the same time have their unique traits. During this tour you can discover two capitals, Bucharest and Sofia, two different languages, great historical regions such as Transylvania or Maramures, beautiful medieval cities such as Sibiu, Sighisora, Veliko Tarnovo or Plovdiv and many other famous tourist landmarks.
Inclusions: Airport pick-up in Bucharest, Romania and drop-off in Sofia, Bulgaria, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by modern car or van, Accommodation for 10 nights in 4-star hotels and B&Bs, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver in Romania, English-speaking travel assistant/driver in Romania
Exclusions: Flight ticket, Hotel extras (telephone, mini bar, etc), Other meals except for the breakfast and dinner on Day 5, Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites, Tips, Travel insurance, Personal expenses
Reviewed By KalmarMalla
Daniel gave us a full pot tour! Many impressions, important knowledge and a perfect balance of information and silence. Malin and Pierre from Sweden
2. Plovdiv Sightseeing private walking tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Plovdiv is the oldest still living city in Europe inhabited since 6000 years B. C. Famous historical monuments include the Roman Stadium, the Ancient Theatre, the charming Old Town with many National Revival period houses, the Djumaia mosque etc.
Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Private tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees: House-museums ticket (3 EURO), Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By I2045NZelif
Kamen is a wonderful guide. We spent a full day together in a private tour to Trigrad. Kamen posseses complete mastery and is full of surprises about Bulgaria. (He's a really nice guy, too). Travelling to Plovdiv for any reason? I highly reccomend spending some time with Kamen to show you around.
3. Small group tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
During this day tour, you will be able to visit one of the must-see places in Bulgaria, not surprisingly elected European Capital of Culture for 2019, as well as two of the highlights in the region - Asen's fortress and Bachkovo Monastery
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Professional guide, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By christS4874QK
I was picked up at my hotel in the morning and taken to where the bikes and gear are kept. Adrian greeted me with a warm welcome and I was quickly outfitted with very nice riding gear. Adrian completed an overview of the trip, a safety brief, and we were on our way. After a short ride through town, we were soon on the highway heading south from Sofia for about an hour. The traffic was light and this was a nice ride. We stopped at a rest stop and Adrian made sure that I was comfortable and that everything was well. After a quick snack and rest, we were back on the highway. After a short ride, we quickly exited the highway and the real fun began! The ride up the mountain was spectacular! Adrian kept a nice pace and checked on me often (as I had not ridden in a few years). After a 45-minute winding ride up the gorgeous hillside, we arrived at the Rila Monastery. What a beautiful place with a rich history set with high mountain tops in the background. Adrian, who had a tourism degree, provided a detailed account of the amazing story of the monastery from it's beginnings to modern-day. After a few hours strolling around the grounds, we got back on the bikes and went a short way back down the mountain and enjoyed an incredible lunch at a very nice restaurant and sat right next to a beautiful river. The fresh trout was delicious! The tour then took a detour to a very nice winery and I purchased four bottles of wine to enjoy with my wife back in the States. This was a beautiful place, set in the vineyards, surrounded by flowers, with the majestic mountains off in the distance. The last leg was very nice back roads returning to Sofia. Adrian stopped a number of times to point out very interesting aspects from the Soviet era, including an enormous metals factory (miles long), and a portion of the road we were on that, was actually part of an old military runway. The tour ended nearly 10 hours after it began, back at my hotel. I left the bike and front and Adrian returned later to retrieve it. This was a very professional operation and Adrian could not have been a better guide and riding partner. What an amazing day we had! I can not wait to return to beautiful Sofia and it's amazing people and take another tour with this tremendous outfit! Adrian, as promised, provided a really cool video of our day from his 360 degree HD camera so I may revisit the wonderful experience. Well done!
4. Plovdiv Tour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
During this tour you will be able to visit the first ever European capital of culture in Bulgaria - Plovdiv, recognized as one of the oldest existing settlements in the world. You will be able to feel the spirit of the seven hills, old town, longest pedestrian street in the European Union, Bohemian quarter The Trap ("Kapana") or try the local "bichene na aylyak" (traditional way of enjoying life here). Plovdiv is one of the oldest towns in Europe. It was inhabited by the Thracians, Romans, Slavs, Bulgarians, Ottomans, whose traces have turned the town into a museum. Multicultural and multi-religious settlement with own spirit. Places of special interest are the old town, revival houses and churches, Roman stadium, Roman Theatre, old mosque. You can enjoy life drinking coffee or beer in the Bohemian quarter The Trap, shopping in the main pedestrian street or walking in the city park.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Walking tour in the Old Town of Plovdiv
Exclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities
Reviewed By Camper575227
Rila Monastery is a must-see if you are in Bulgaria! However it is quite difficult to reach by public transport so I definitely recommend this tour. The monastery itself is very impressive - it's a UNESCO site after all. Do not miss the Monastery museum which houses a unique masterpiece - the Rafail's Cross carved out of a single piece of wood, displaying more than 100 religious scenes and 600+ miniature figurines!!! The scenery surrounding the monastery is simply breathtaking - it is set in the magnificent Rila Mountain and one can see why the founding monk chose this place as close to God. Visit during the week though, we were told it gets very crowded in the weekend. I should give credit to our guide Martin who was great! He gave us plenty of information about the place itself and the country in general and took care to have a very pleasant experience.
5. Plovdiv guided walking tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Make the most of your stay in Plovdiv with this guided walking city tour. Plovdiv 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 2- 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. Walk through the longest pedestrian street in Europe. Explore the magnificent Revival old town with its unique colorful houses from the 19th century. This year Plovdiv is the current European capital of culture. Important- please wear comfortable walking shoes (cubble stone streets).
Inclusions: Guided tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees
Reviewed By sara26387
its amazing trip i would like to do it again thanks for mr dimitar really nice communication thanks alot
6. Plovdiv with Lunch from Sofia
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4.6 based on 12 reviews
The tour will give you the opportunity to explore the charming old town of Plovdiv, to visit the Roman remains and enjoy a delicious traditional lunch. Plovdiv the European capital of Culture for 2019, now is the best time to visit it and to taste very delicious lunch in the city like the locals do.
Inclusions: Lunch, Transport by comfortable vehicle, Professional guide, Bottle of water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Thienpont
We had a marvelous time on this tour with Lachezar Gudev as our guide. He guided us through a personal route on the mountain right to Kemendall viewpoint in witch he took our sense for adventure, our fysical condition and our disabilities into account. This way he made the road to the viewpoint at least even interesting as the viewpoint itself, which is really something you can not miss when you visit Sofia. We also learned much about Bulgarian daily life and the bulgarian filmindustry from our guide that also seemed to know a lot about other touristic places in Bulgary. In short we couldn't be in better hands during this trip that was a great succes with many thanks to this wonderfull man. We advise this tour to anyone who wants to discover Sofia and likes to be in the nature as well, as we also would advise you to turn to Lachezar Gudev if you want a good guide or some good tips for a trip in Bulgary
7. Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa Day Trip from Sofia
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4.6 based on 96 reviews
Enjoy a guided combo tour to two of the most fascinating towns in Bulgaria. These are Plovdiv - the European Capital of Culture 2019 and Koprivshtitsa - a picturesque town with an epic history and a striking architecture. Explore all major attractions in the old town of Plovdiv with a professional guide and admire the marvellous heritage left by Thracians, Romans, Byzantines, Jews, Greeks, Armenians and Bulgarians. The route between Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa crosses rose valleys, charming villages and the gentle hills of Sredna Gora Mountain. Koprivshtitsa is unforgettable with its spectacular Bulgarian Renaissance mansions and filled with battles chronicles. Despite the long and intensive itinerary, there is free time planned for shopping, self-guided wandering and eating.
Inclusions: Driver-guide, Transport by air-conditioned minibus or car, Audio-guide in Spanish or Italian in Plovdiv (if option selected)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fees (approx. 5 euros per person), Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Rim_Mbarek
We had a great trip with our guide Martin, he's so professional and funny at the same time, we learnt a lot about the history of Bulgaria! I highly recommand Martin ????✅
8. Plovdiv Full Day Tour from Sofia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
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 a guide explore and experience its millennia of epic history, monumental attractions, unique Bulgaria culture and way of life. Your guide will take you to the most interesting sites and pinpoint fascinating details missed by the general public. You will have free time to stroll on your own along the longest pedestrian street in Europe and sample local food and drinks.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Fuel surcharge, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Gratuities, Audio guides
Reviewed By Rim_Mbarek
We had a great trip with our guide Martin, he's so professional and funny at the same time, we learnt a lot about the history of Bulgaria! I highly recommand Martin ????✅
9. Plovdiv and Perushtitsa Day Trip with Wine Tasting from Sofia
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
Your tour starts with a visit of the ancient city of Plovdiv, which several peoples have inhabited, leaving unique traces of their cultures. The next stop will be Perushtitsa, a symbol of Bulgarian heroism. In the end of your tour there will be a stop by a famous winery, where you will taste typical Bulgarian wine.
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Transport by modern vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Thienpont
We had a marvelous time on this tour with Lachezar Gudev as our guide. He guided us through a personal route on the mountain right to Kemendall viewpoint in witch he took our sense for adventure, our fysical condition and our disabilities into account. This way he made the road to the viewpoint at least even interesting as the viewpoint itself, which is really something you can not miss when you visit Sofia. We also learned much about Bulgarian daily life and the bulgarian filmindustry from our guide that also seemed to know a lot about other touristic places in Bulgary. In short we couldn't be in better hands during this trip that was a great succes with many thanks to this wonderfull man. We advise this tour to anyone who wants to discover Sofia and likes to be in the nature as well, as we also would advise you to turn to Lachezar Gudev if you want a good guide or some good tips for a trip in Bulgary
10. Veliko Tarnovo - Arbanassi - Shipka Memorial Church - private tour from Plovdiv
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
Explore the picturesque Veliko Turnovo, the capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom, boasting of many historical monuments including the imposing medieval fortress Tsarevets and the nearby Arbanassi - one of Bulgaria's most remarkable historic villages.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees: Tsarevets Fortress (3 EUR) - optional, Church of the Nativity of Christ entrance fee (3 EUR), Konstantsalieva house entrance fee (3 EUR), Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By I2045NZelif
Kamen is a wonderful guide. We spent a full day together in a private tour to Trigrad. Kamen posseses complete mastery and is full of surprises about Bulgaria. (He's a really nice guy, too). Travelling to Plovdiv for any reason? I highly reccomend spending some time with Kamen to show you around.
