Starosel Thracian Temple and Hisarya spa resort - private day tour from Plovdiv
Overview
Near Starosel village discover the largest Thracian temple-tomb from 4-5 centuries B.C. belonging to a Thracian ruler. Visit the peaceful spa resort town Hisarya, famous for its hot mineral springs, significant Roman remains, green parks and swimming pools.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Live commentary on board
- Local taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Entrance fees: Starosel Thracian temple (1,50 EUR)
- Drinks
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Travelers are collected from any hotel (accommodation) or location within Plovdiv city. Travelers must provide their pick up location upon booking or closer to their tour date.
What To Expect
In August 2000, a sensational discovery occurred near the village of Starosel, in central Bulgaria. Archaeologists found the enormous temple of what is believed to be a Thracian ruler, possibly Sitalkes I, the first king of a combined Thracian empire. The Starosel Thracian Temple is the largest discovered so far dating back from the 4-5 centuries B.C. This impressive site is also known as the Starosel Thracian cult complex because several tombs were found around the central temple.
First explore the temple and two tombs near Starosel then continue to Hisarya (population: 7000 people) - a small resort town famous for its hot mineral springs. Located in the outskirts of the Sredna Gora mountain range at 346 m. a. s. l., it boasts of a very mild climate and over two dozen mineral springs, which make it a favorite spa destination for many Bulgarian and foreign tourists. Hisarya is one of the 3 international spa resorts in Bulgaria, notorious for its significant Roman remains as well. These ruins are visible everywhere - public buildings, a small amphitheatre, the barracks of the Roman garrison, the foundations of a couple of the oldest churches in Bulgaria, as well as the best-preserved Roman fortress in Bulgaria. The southern fortress gate is known as "The Camels", because it had broken in the middle and looked like two camels facing each other, before it was partially restored in the early 20th century. In Hisarya go on a lovely walk in the town's green parks among mineral hot springs, fountains and Roman ruins.
Trip duration: 5-6 hours
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Private tour.
- Live commentary on board.
- Local taxes.
- Fuel surcharge.
- Driver/guide.
- Professional guide.
- Local guide.
- Entrance fees: Starosel Thracian temple (1,50 EUR).
- Drinks.
- Food and drinks.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 10..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Starosel Thracian Temple and Hisarya spa resort - private day tour from Plovdiv is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Live commentary on board
- Local taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Entrance fees: Starosel Thracian temple (1,50 EUR)
- Drinks
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
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