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Plovdiv, Starosel Ancient Temple & Art Village

Plovdiv11 hours
  • Hotel pickup

About this experience

Enjoy a guided combo tour to three of Bulgaria’s most fascinating places. You will visit Plovdiv, the European Capital of Culture 2019, alongside the unique sites of Starosel and Staro Zhelezare.

In Plovdiv, a professional guide (or with an audioguide) will show you all the major sights of the Old Town. You will see the amazing heritage left by the Romans, the Thracians, and many other ancient cultures.

The drive through the Sredna Gora Mountain takes you past beautiful vineyards and quiet villages. You will explore the ancient Thracian temples in Starosel and see the famous street art murals in Staro Zhelezare. Even though the day is full of history and art, you will still have free time to eat, shop, and wander on your own.

Group Size & Transport: This is a popular, budget-friendly day tour operating with large 45 to 65-seater coaches. This is not a small-group or minibus tour. You will share the transport with other international travelers.

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What’s included

  • Driver-guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus or car
  • Audio-guide in different languages (if option selected)

Not included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees (approx. 7 euros per person)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Departure from Sofia (Vasil Levski Monument)

    08:00 departure time behind Vasil Levski Monument (in front of Embassy of Slovakia)

  2. 2

    Arriving in Plovdiv

    10:00 - estimated arrival time in the Old Town in Plovdiv

  3. 3

    Plovdiv tour

    Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Old Town and the center of Plovdiv. Step back in time as you wander the winding cobblestone streets of Plovdiv’s Old Town, where you will marvel at the remarkably preserved Ancient Roman Theatre and the massive Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis. This comprehensive tour leads you past the vibrant, 19th-century Bulgarian Revival mansions and through the medieval stone gate of Hisar Kapia to the panoramic heights of the Nebet Tepe fortress.

  4. 4

    Free time in Plovdiv

    13:30 - free time for shopping, lunch, etc.

  5. 5

    Heading to Starosel Ancient Cult Temple

    14:30 - Heading to Starosel Ancient Cult Temple

  6. 6

    Tour of the Ancient Cult Temple

    This guided (or audioguided) tour takes you inside the Chetinyova Mogila, the largest and most impressive royal Thracian cult complex ever discovered. You will descend through a majestic monumental entrance to explore the sacred "tholos" chamber, where your guide will reveal the sophisticated architectural secrets and mystical Orphic rituals of this ancient warrior civilization.

  7. 7

    Short transfer to Staro Zhelezare Art Village

    Enjoy a 10-minute transfer through the picturesque Bulgarian countryside.

  8. 8

    Tour of Staro Zhelezare Art Village

    Discover Bulgaria’s most Instagrammable hidden gem. Far from the typical tourist trails, the Staro Zhelezare Graffiti Tour offers a kaleidoscope of color against a backdrop of traditional mud-brick houses. Your guide will decode the political satires and heartfelt local tributes hidden in the murals that have made this tiny village a global street art phenomenon.

  9. 9

    Departure for Sofia

    Relax in our comfortable vehicle as the scenic Thracian Valley passes by, offering a peaceful moment to reflect on your journey. This smooth transfer back to Sofia is the perfect time to decompress and process the day's unforgettable experiences.

  10. 10

    Arrival in Sofia

    19:30 - Estimated arrival time at the starting point of the tour

Good to know

Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
6+ years
Languages
British English, Bulgarian
Start times
08:00 · 09:00

Know before you go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat during the warmer months
  • comfortable walking shoes
  • at least 10 euros cash

Cancellation policy

This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.

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Meeting point

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Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)

Address
Sofia Center, Yanko Sakuzov Blvd 9, 1527 Sofia (GPS coordinates: 42.69677705130451, 23.336332286917877) - behind Vasil Levski Monument - IN FRONT OF Embassy of Slovakia, Sofia, Sofia, Sofia, 1527, BG
How you meet
Meet on location, or hotel pickup
Coordinates
42.69676, 23.33676
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From AED 107 per person