From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress

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From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress

Name: From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress
Address: Bulgaria

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Enjoy a full-day excursion live or local guide from Sofia to Plovdiv, the second-largest city and Capital of Culture 2019, with its numerous artists. Also see Asen's Fortress, built in medieval times.

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Highlights

Explore Plovdiv and its 19th-century houses, churches and Roman Theater
Discover Asen's Fortress and take memorable photos from the top
Small group tour (max 18 perons), the guide is ready to answer all questions
Enjoy free time for walking and lunch
Small groups (8-18 persons)

Description

After a 2-hour drive, begin this full-day tour in one of Europe's oldest towns, Plovdiv. Walk along cobblestone streets and visit a 19th-century house to learn about life during the Ottoman Empire period. Explore the Roman Theater, Roman Stadium and church before enjoying 2 hours of free time to walk around and have lunch and coffee along the main pedestrian street. After exploring Plovdiv, meet your van and guide to make the 30-minute drive to Asen's Fortress. Admire this beautiful, medieval structure and learn about the history of the place before taking photos from the top. Start your journey back to Sofia with an expected arrival time of approximately 6:00-6:30 PM.