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The Plovdiv day trips from Sofia: Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city, its Roman theater still staging opera and the old town’s painted merchant houses. Two hours each way and the theater alone repays them.
Discover Plovdiv's ancient Roman sites, charming old town, and lively atmosphere on this full-day guided tour from Sofia, perfect for history lovers and culture seekers.
Most Popular“Bus was very comfortable, our guide was Alexander Khand, he did an excelent job - he also made some jokes and was really nice to listen to, only problem was that there wasn’t that much free time to explore the areas when you wanted to…”
Discover Bulgaria’s highlights on a full-day trip from Sofia visiting the stunning Rila Monastery and the historic city of Plovdiv with expert guides and flexible pacing.
“Great trip to Rila Monastery and to Plovdiv. We arrived at the Monastery early so we basically had it to ourselves, no other tourists. Our guide Philip was very friendly and always open for questions and suggestions. He also provided us additional information during the…”
Discover Bulgaria’s charm on this full-day guided tour from Sofia to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress, combining history, culture, and stunning views for a memorable day.
“It was very reasonably priced compared to some others. I also got lucky and it was a small group which I always find more enjoyable. Not trying to cram in too much and allowing for some personal time was great. Thank you.”
Discover Plovdiv’s ancient charm on this full-day shuttle tour from Sofia, featuring iconic sights, free time, and expert guides for a memorable day.
“The day of the trip was rainy, but despite everything, the guide was excellent and explained the history of the city to us well.”
Discover Bulgaria's history and landscapes on this full-day guided tour from Sofia to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress, and Bachkovo Monastery.
“The tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable about every place we visited. He shared rich background stories, answered all our questions, and made each stop more meaningful. I truly appreciated his clear explanations and the way he connected history with the present. It made the entire…”
Explore Bulgaria’s historic towns of Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa on this full-day tour from Sofia, featuring rich architecture, guided stories, and local charm.
“I’ve done the Plovdiv & Koprivshtitsa tour three times with different friends, and this last one (on 01.06.2025) was by far the best! Our guide, Maria Maneva, was absolutely fantastic her energy, deep knowledge, and the way she led the tour made the experience truly…”
Discover Plovdiv’s ancient streets, Roman ruins, and vibrant culture on this full-day guided tour from Sofia, offering history, stunning views, and good value.
“Plovdiv was very beautiful and has a lot more history than people probably realise. So if you like history, this trip would be perfect. But also, some amazing sights and views and with the guide, we saw more sights than we probably would've if we…”
Discover Bulgaria’s history and charm on an 11-hour full-day tour from Sofia, visiting Plovdiv’s ancient ruins and Koprivshtitsa’s mountain village scenery.
“Great tour! Well organized and informative. I wish we had more time in Plovdiv though. That city itself is a gem! If you are looking to see as much as you can, this tour is a great find. If you want to really explore Plovdiv,…”
Discover Bulgaria’s highlights in a small-group day tour from Sofia, visiting Plovdiv’s historic old town, Asen’s Fortress, and Bachkovo Monastery for a rich cultural experience.
“lovely arrangement. Knowledgeable and friendly team guide. The time arrangement is also very reasonable.”
Explore Bulgaria’s highlights in one day with this guided tour from Sofia, visiting Plovdiv’s historic old town and the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery.
“We were greeted by a friendly guy at the meeting point but was surprise for a 10hrs tour, we were travelling with a taxi. A taxi for 5 people! Not that there is anything wrong for a taxi, but for the price we paid we…”
Discover Bulgaria’s highlights with this day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Plovdiv—stunning scenery, flexible exploration, and great value for money.
“Tutti momenti molto belli. Organizzazione perfetta. Il monastero è magico e la cittadina di Plovdiv molto suggestiva”
Discover ancient Plovdiv with a guided day trip from Sofia, featuring an audio guide, Roman ruins, and free pick-up. Perfect for history lovers and culture seekers.
“Great tour with a very knowledgeable tour guide Maria! I strongly recommend it :-)”
Discover the highlights of Bulgaria with this full-day guided tour from Sofia, exploring Plovdiv's Old Town, Roman ruins, and Asens Fortress for authentic cultural insights.
“Fantastic day trip, beautiful old town. Ivan was a wonderful guide, answering all our questions and giving the perfect balance of guided tour and free time to explore.”
Discover Bulgaria's treasures on a full-day tour from Sofia to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery, featuring Roman ruins, ancient churches, and local charm.
“Excepcional el guía Filip!!!.. una persona muy profesional, amable y totalmente entregada en su trabajo , un 10!!!. , con relación al precio y lo que se ofrece , mal, gua en español y audio guía en español , no ha sido así, y el…”
Discover Plovdiv on a private day trip from Sofia. Enjoy expert guides, Wi-Fi-equipped transport, and ample free time to explore this ancient Bulgarian city.
“Plovdiv is a fascinating place and Poli is an excellent guide (and driver). The tour duration was just about perfect. Poli did a good job helping us manage the heat on the hills of Plovdiv.”
Golden domes downtown and seven glacial lakes up the mountain.