From Sofia: Full-Day Plovdiv & Koprivshtitsa Day Trip

From Sofia: Full-Day Plovdiv & Koprivshtitsa Day Trip

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Discover two amazing places with one tour. See the hills of Plovdiv, its Roman Theater and Revival Old Town. Visit the charming mountain town of Koprivshtitsa and its colorful 19th century house and museums of Bulgarian national heroes.

Highlights

Discover the town of Plovdiv, the oldest existing settlement in Europe
See the Roman Theater and the other Roman remains
Walk through the longest pedestrian street in Europe
Explore Plovdiv's Revival Old Town
Visit the charming mountain town of Koprivshtitsa

Description

With this tour you will visit two of the most important Bulgarian historical places in one day! First, you will travel to Plovdiv, which is one of the oldest existing settlements in the world. It has preserved Thracian, Roman and Bulgarian heritage. You will see the Roman theater, walk through the longest pedestrian street in Europe and explore its unique old town. Plovdiv itself will be a European Capital of Culture in 2019. There will be a 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. After that you will have some free time for lunch. In the afternoon, you will continue to the charming town of Koprivshtitsa with its fascinating history and authentic 19th century architecture. Spend the rest of the day in this small and picturesque town situated in central Bulgaria among the slopes of Stara Planina Mountain that carries a specific spirit of tranquility and eternity. Learn about the dramatic Bulgarian history from your professional guide and get the chance to visit the original houses of the heroes of the April Uprising. In Koprivshtitsa you will visit 2 or 3 of the Revival house - museums. The expected return in Sofia is at 7pm.

Includes

Professional driver/ guide Shared or private tour depending on the booked option For the private tour: hotel pick-up and drop-off Transportation by an air-conditioned car or minivan Sightseeing tour in Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa