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Day Tour to Plovdiv
Day Tour to Plovdiv
ENGLISH-SPEAKING TOUR
For KrisFlyer members only
SPANISH-LANGUAGE TOUR
For KrisFlyer members only
Highlights
During this tour you will be able to visit the first ever European capital of culture in Bulgaria - Plovdiv, recognized as one of the oldest existing settlements in the world. You will be able to feel the spirit of the seven hills, old town, longest pedestrian street in the European Union, Bohemian quarter The Trap ("Kapana") or try the local "bichene na aylyak" (traditional way of enjoying life here).
Plovdiv is one of the oldest towns in Europe. It was inhabited by the Thracians, Romans, Slavs, Bulgarians, Ottomans, whose traces have turned the town into a living museum. Multicultural and multi-religious settlement with own spirit. Places of special interest are the old town, revival houses and churches, Roman stadium, Roman Theatre, old mosque. You can enjoy life drinking coffee or beer in the Bohemian quarter Kapana, shopping in the main pedestrian street or walking in the city park.
Itinerary
Plovdiv Old Town
4 hoursAdmission Ticket FreePlovdiv (European capital of culture 2019) is one of the oldest towns in Europe. It was inhabited by the Thracians, Romans, Slavs, Bulgarians, Ottomans, whose traces have turned the town into a living museum. Multicultural and multi-religious settlement with own spirit. Places of special interest are the old town, revival houses and churches, Roman stadium, Roman theatre, old mosque.Hisar Kapia(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeMain gate of the old town of Plovdiv, part of the town's inner fortifications, Hisar Kapia (literally from Turkish - "fortress gate") preserves traces from many epochs. Over the ancient walls, there are mediaeval and Ottoman layers. In the 19th century, local wealthy tradesmen built their beautiful houses directly over the old fortifications, creating the charming architectural ensemble you can see today.Ethnographic Museum
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedHoused in the house of local tradesman Argir Kuyumdzhioglu, built in 1847, this is one of the most interesting ethnographic museums in Bulgaria. It preserves and presents the traditional culture of Plovdiv, the Thracian Lowland and the Rhodope Mountains.Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis
15 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOne of the best-preserved Roman constructions in Bulgaria, the Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis has been discovered by chance. Today it is a popular venue for different concerts and events.Church of the Holy Mother of God(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe largest orthodox church in Plovdiv, built in the 19th century, it is also known as the Russian church due to its magnificent belfry with an inscription dedicated to the liberators of Bulgaria.Djumaya Mosque(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeOne of the most beautiful mosques in Bulgaria, Djumaya Mosque marks the ideal center of Plovdiv. It is one of the two active mosques in the town.Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe remains of the ancient Roman stadium of Philippopolis can be seen in several archaeological complexes below the main pedestrian street of modern Plovdiv. This is a huge structure stretching for 250 meters, that once could house up to 30 000 spectators.Kapana
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWith its secession-style houses, the artistic neighborhood of Kapana is a beating heart of Plovdiv. Here you can find plenty of cafés, restaurants and small shops.
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SGD 54.69
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