Full-Day Trip from Sofia to Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa

Overview

This full-day excursion from Sofia takes you to discover two of Bulgaria's most significant sites: Plovdiv, a former European Capital of Culture, and Koprivshtitsa, a museum-town renowned for its 19th-century architecture. Depending on the chosen option, you will explore the old town of Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa, or opt for an alternative itinerary including the Thracian temple of Starosel and the art village of Staro Zhelezare. Tours are available either with a local guide (in English or Spanish depending on the option) or via an audio app requiring a smartphone and headphones. The route between Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa passes through the Rose Valleys and the hills of the Sredna Gora mountains. The programme includes free time for shopping and dining. Transport is provided in an air-conditioned tourist coach, with a capacity of 45 to 65 seats for certain itineraries.

Itinerary

1. Vasil Levski Monument

   08:00 departure time from theVasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)

   · 15 min

2. Plovdiv Old Town

   10:00 - estimated arrival time in the Old town of Plovdiv and Start of the guided tour of the most popular historical and cultural sites of the town, plus free time for lunch included.

   · 2 h· Admission not included

3. Plovdiv

   12:00 - Approximate time for lunch and free time in Plovdiv after the guided walk.

   · 1 h 30 min

4. Plovdiv

   13:30 - Approximate departure time from Plovdiv to Koprivshtitsa.

   · 1 h 30 min

5. Koprivshtitsa

   15:00 - Approximate arrival time in Koprivshtitsa and start of the guided walking tour of the historic part of the town.

   · 1 h 30 min

6. Koprivshtitsa

   16:30 - Free time for shopping, when the guided tour concludes.

   · 30 min

7. Koprivshtitsa

   17:00 - Approximate departure time from Koprivshtitsa, heading back to Sofia

   · 2 h

8. Vasil Levski Monument

   19:00 - Estimated arrival time at the starting point of the tour *Please, kindly be informed that the program (depending on guide’s decision and based on the day of the week, weather conditions etc.) may be executed the other way around, starting from Koprivshtitsa! And that all starting and ending hours are approximate, depending on weather and traffic conditions. (Traventuria Team)

   · Non-stop passage

How to use your ticket

Opening hours are: 09:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday Google Maps link for where we will meet the travelers before the trip: View on map | GPS coordinates: 42.695601, 23.333790 |

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• Not recommended for people with reduced mobility due to uneven surfaces.
• Not accessible for wheelchairs or strollers.
• Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
• For the Spanish or Italian audio guide option, approximately 2 hours are provided to visit Plovdiv's old town at your own pace.
• In summer, bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat due to high temperatures in Plovdiv.
• Only a portion of the vehicle's seating capacity will be used.
• The audio guide is cloud-based and requires an internet connection for downloading and use (available in EN, ES, IT, FR, DE, RU).
• Not recommended for children under 6 years old.
• Maximum capacity of 30 travellers.
• Immediate confirmation upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• No refund if cancelled less than 24 hours before departure.

Who is it for?

• Travellers over 6 years old.
• People with sufficient mobility to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Visitors wishing to discover Thracian, Roman, and Bulgarian heritage.

What makes it different

• Choice between an itinerary to Koprivshtitsa or to the temple of Starosel.
• Multiple guiding options: live local guide or multilingual audio app.

Frequently asked questions

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Product code: 6992PLOVDIV

Activity offered by Traventuria via Viator.