Sofia: Private Day Tour to Plovdiv with Traditional Lunch

Discover Plovdiv and the Retro Car Museum from Sofia

This full-day tour from Sofia is ideal for history and culture enthusiasts wanting to explore Plovdiv’s ancient sites and a unique retro car collection.

Highlights

• Explore Plovdiv, one of the world’s oldest cities
• Visit the Old Town, Roman Theater, and Roman Stadium
• Walk along the longest pedestrian street in Europe
• Enjoy panoramic views from Nebet Hill
• Tour the retro car museum in Markovo with over 70 classic models

Description

Your day begins with a hotel pickup in Sofia at 9:00 AM. Travel comfortably by private car for approximately two hours to Plovdiv.

On arrival, take a two-hour walking tour of Plovdiv’s Old Town. Discover layers of history reflecting Thracian, Roman, Byzantine, Medieval Bulgarian, Ottoman, Revival Bulgarian, and Soviet influences.

See the 19th-century Revival houses, the Roman Theater and Stadium, and enjoy the views from Nebet Hill. Stroll along the city’s main street, recognized as Europe’s longest pedestrian street.

After the tour, enjoy a 1.5-hour lunch break at a recommended local restaurant. Following lunch, drive 30 minutes to the village of Markovo to visit the retro car museum with its extensive collection of classic vehicles.

The return journey to Sofia starts around 4:00 PM, with expected hotel arrival by 6:00 PM.

Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sofia
• Transportation by private air-conditioned car
• English-speaking host accompanying you throughout the day
• Two-hour sightseeing walk in Plovdiv
• Visit to the retro car museum in Markovo

Excludes

• Guided tour commentary
• Entrance fee to the retro car museum (10 - 13 EUR, payable onsite by cash or card)
• Optional gratuities

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets in the Old Town
• Cars do not have child or baby seats; children under 5 years old cannot be accommodated on this tour

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.