Plovdiv & Starosel Day Tour
Tour Details
We'll pick you up at the designated time at the Embassy of Slovakia. From this location in Sofia, we'll head to the southeast of Bulgaria, arriving in the city of Plovdiv after travelling for about 2 hours.
Here, you'll discover the history and culture that have developed in this region over many centuries. The mix of Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Bulgarian cultures is perfectly reflected in each of its buildings and monuments.
We'll tour the ancient city, walking through the cobbled streets and seeing the colourful houses. We'll also go to the ancient Roman Theatre, one of the city's architectural jewels, and the Regional Ethnographic Museum (entrance ticket not included).
Then, you'll have 1 hour to eat in Plovdiv, known as the City of the Seven Hills. After eating, we'll start a 2-hour journey toward the Thracian tombs of Starosel, which date back to the 5th century B.C. Once there, you'll discover the monumental chamber called "tholos," an icon of the warrior culture of the past Thracians.
From Starosel, we'll go on a short trip to the town of Staro Zhelezare, where we'll admire its murals of street art painted by graffiti.
Finally, we'll conclude our day trip of a total of 10 hours by returning to the meeting point in Sofia.
Tour Options
During the booking process, you can choose between the following options:
- Transport only
- Tour with an audio guide in English: only valid in Plovdiv
- Tour with an English-speaking guide:
More Information
Duration
10 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with an audioguide in English.
Included
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide (depending on selected option)
Audio guide in English in Plovdiv (depending on selected option)
Not included
Food and drinks
Admission tickets: € 7 (US$ 8.28) per person in total
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The show represents local culture.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Promotes local employment.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Do I need to bring special clothing?
A - Please keep in mind that Plovdiv is warmer than Sofia and can get very hot during the summer. We recommend dressing appropriately. In addition, guided walking tours take place on cobbled streets. It's therefore important to wear comfortable walking shoes.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Traventuria Corporate name: Traventuria OOD Registered Office: 54 Gorski Patnik str, Sofia, Bulgaria Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): BG200693567 Contact information Email: info@traventuria.com Phone: 359 2 4890885 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
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