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15 Best Plovdiv Day Trips from Sofia

Plovdiv sits two hours from Sofia, and these day trips make the case for going. People have lived on its hills for some six thousand years, longer than Rome or Athens, and the Roman theatre still stages concerts. Most tours pair the Old Town with Kapana, the arts quarter.

1.From Sofia: Plovdiv Day Tour

Discover Plovdiv's ancient charm on a well-organized day trip from Sofia, featuring expert guides, stunning sights, and plenty of free time to explore.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Really good tour & great value for money. Looked at going ourselves from Sofia before realising you offered the tour. So easy, stress free and great value.”

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2.From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Town Full-Day Trip

Discover Bulgaria’s highlights with a full-day tour from Sofia covering the UNESCO Rila Monastery and vibrant Plovdiv, with flexible self-guided exploration and scenic transfers.

★ 4.8

“The share what's app group and information about history and sights . allow me to read them on mu own tempo and check then again later”

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4.Plovdiv- Shuttle Day Tour From Sofia

Curious about the cultural tapestry of Bulgaria's past and present?

★ 4.5

“Very informative tour! Sonya was very kind and knowledgable as she is a Plodviv local. We had a great time walking around the city, getting the best views, and having free time to explore.”

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5.From Sofia: Plovdiv, Asen’s Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

Discover Bulgaria's highlights on a guided day trip from Sofia, exploring Plovdiv’s ancient sites, Asen’s Fortress, and the stunning Bachkovo Monastery with expert guides.

★ 4.8

“In addition to the place visited being very good, the guide was careful and punctual, giving lots of guidance on the attractions and tips on places to have a good meal.”

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7.Plovdiv Full Day Tour From Sofia

Wander through the ancient streets of Plovdiv on a full day tour from Sofia, unraveling secrets of a city that holds captivating stories at every turn.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Maria was a delight and made the trip engaging and very pleasant! Plovdiv has some interesting sights and the city has a different atmosphere than Sophia. Would definitely recommend it.”

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9.Small Group Tour to Plovdiv, Asens Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

Delve into the captivating history and cultural wonders of Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress, and Bachkovo Monastery on this immersive small group tour...

★ 5.0

“Excellent small tour with knowledgeable guide. Shout out to Teodor who as an expert historian and linguist provided the historical, cultural, and geographical story of Bulgaria's archeological wonder, the city of Plovdiv. If you love talking about the Roman Empire, and are fascinated with the…”

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10.Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day

Discover Bulgaria’s highlights with this one-day tour to Plovdiv and Rila Monastery, featuring private transport, expert guides, and authentic sights.

★ 4.5

“We enjoyed Plovdiv and the Rila Monastry. Both are must sees when you are in Bulgaria. In retrospect we don't find the combination of these two tours in one day convenient because there is too little time to look around, no time for lunch, and…”

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14.From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery

Discover Bulgaria’s history and culture on this full-day tour from Sofia, exploring Plovdiv’s ancient sites and the stunning Bachkovo Monastery.

★ 4.9

“Excepcional el guía Filip!!!.. una persona muy profesional, amable y totalmente entregada en su trabajo , un 10!!!. , con relación al precio y lo que se ofrece , mal, gua en español y audio guía en español , no ha sido así, y el…”

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15.Private Day Trip to Plovdiv From Sofia

Observe the wonders of Plovdiv on a private day trip from Sofia, where ancient history and vibrant culture await - a journey not to be missed!

★ 4.5

“Plovdiv is a must see when visiting Bulgaria. Simon, my guide, was so knowledgeable on all the history of this beautiful town. Don’t forget to whisper your wish in Milyo’s ear!”

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5.0Plovdiv, Asens Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery Small Group Tour With Pickup9 to 10 hours (approx.)$94.82 5.0Transfer Sofia Airport/City to Plovdiv With a Sedan 3+11 to 2 hours (approx.)$114.02 4.5Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery Tour From Sofia9 hours (approx.)$150.37 4.5Plovdiv and Thracia Valley With Wine Tasting10 hours (approx.)$174.22 5.0From Sofia: Plovdiv Day Tour with Transfer1 day$67 4.9From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Self-Guided Trip13 hours$104 4.5Private Day Trip to Plovdiv and Asens Fortress$207.70 4.5Full Day Tour to Plovdiv – From Sofia9 hours (approx.)$174.60 5.0Private Tour From Sofia to Plovdiv8 hours (approx.)$156.53 4.8Plovdiv and Bachkovo: Private Full-Day Tour from Sofia9 hours$206 4.0Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv in English$34.39 5.0Plovdiv Full-Day Small-Group Tour From Sofia With Pickup7 to 8 hours (approx.)$66.23 5.0Private Transfer From Sofia to Plovdiv or Vice Versa1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)$164.96 5.0Adventure Tour to Plovdiv and Rhodope Mountain11 hours (approx.)$118.96 4.7From Plovdiv to Sofia: Koprivshtitsa half-day tour5 hours$17 5.0One Day Tour From Sofia to Koprivshtitsa and Plovdiv10 to 11 hours (approx.)$210.28 4.5Plovdiv and Perushtitsa Day Trip With Wine Tasting From Sofia9 hours (approx.)$172.76 5.0Private Day Trip to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery9 hours (approx.)$207.01 5.0Highlights of Bulgaria: Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery$80.29 5.0From Sofia: Day Tour of Plovdiv with Roman Theater Ticket8 hours$164 5.0Day Tour to Ancient Plovdiv, Starosel and Hisarya With SPA8 to 10 hours (approx.)$164.50 5.0Plovdiv Morning Half Day tour6 to 7 hours (approx.)$57.96 5.0The Oldest European City – Plovdiv With Audio Guide$52.09 5.0Plovdiv-History and Craft Beer Small Group Tour$104.18