From Sofia: Plovdiv Day Tour with Transfer

From Sofia: Plovdiv Day Tour with Transfer

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Explore the 8000-year history of one of the oldest cities in the world on a day tour to Plovdiv from Sofia. Explore its historic areas along with the trendy Kapana district.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in ancient history as you stroll through ancient Nebet Tepe
Walk among colorful wooden Bulgarian Revival-era houses and visit some of them
See one of the most well-preserved Roman theaters: the theater of Philippolis
Learn interesting facts about Bulgarian history from your guide along the way
Stroll among the upscale restaurants and charming cafes of the Kapana district

Description

Get out of Sofia and visit the ancient city of Plovdiv on a day tour. Visit the ancient site of Nebet Tepe, see some of its historical buildings, and move on to the modern Kapana district to stroll among trendy cafes and upscale restaurants. Enjoy a convenient pickup from your hotel in Sofia. Sit back and relax on the 90-minute drive to Plovdiv. Your first stop is Nebet Tepe, an ancient settlement founded around 4000 BC. Walk through this historic place and learn about its history from your guide. Next, see the Roman theater of Philippolis, one of the world's best-preserved ancient theaters. Afterward, marvel at the intricate wooden architecture of Hindliyan's House and Balabanov's House. Finish off your tour in the modern Kapana district with its cozy restaurants and fine dining. Explore the shops and have a walk down one of the longest pedestrian streets in Europe before getting dropped off back at your hotel in Sofia.