From Sofia: Plovdiv Day Trip with Wine Tasting & SPA Option
ID: GYG1525162-2327570
Category:
Country: Bulgaria
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover Plovdiv on a day trip from Sofia. Explore the city's landmarks, enjoy a wine tasting, and upgrade your experience with a visit of thermal spa.
Begin your day with a convenient hotel pickup in Sofia. Relax during the scenic journey to Plovdiv in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
Upon arrival, start your discovery around the Roman Stadium and the lively pedestrian center. Learn how Thracian, Roman, Ottoman, and Bulgarian cultures shaped this extraordinary city.
Wander through cobblestone streets, discover magnificent Revival-era houses, admire Hisar Kapia, and visit the area around the spectacular Ancient Theatre. Your multilingual audio guide and illustrated booklet bring the stories to life.
Next, discover the flavors of Bulgaria with a tasting of selected local wines. Learn about the country's winemaking traditions and regional grape varieties in a relaxed atmosphere.
Enjoy free time for lunch, boutique shopping, photography, or a coffee in Plovdiv's artistic district. Choose a traditional Bulgarian restaurant or explore the city's contemporary food scene.
Capture unforgettable views, enjoy the atmosphere of the city, and visit any remaining highlights before the return journey. Travel comfortably back to your hotel, with an estimated arrival around 6:00 PM–6:30 PM, depending on traffic.
Optional upgrade: Thermal SPA Escape
Turn your cultural day trip into a relaxing wellness experience. After discovering Plovdiv, you can visit a luxury SPA Enjoy approximately 2 hours of relaxation at a selected thermal spa facility, subject to availability.
Highlights
- Discover Plovdiv, one of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited cities
- Enjoy a wine tasting and learn about Bulgaria's winemaking traditions
- Explore the city's landmarks at your own pace with an audio guide
- Stroll through cobblestone streets and admire the Ancient Theatre
- Upgrade your experience with a visit to premium thermal spa
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Times are indicative and may be adjusted for traffic, venue availability and the group's pace.
Advance booking is recommended for the SPA option.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sofia
- Comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Audio guide in an available preferred language
- Illustrated sightseeing booklet
- Plovdiv Old Town walking itinerary
- Bulgarian wine tasting
- Free time for lunch and shopping
- Flexible sightseeing schedule
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Optional museum or monument entrance tickets
- SPA admission and SPA treatments
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.