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Small group tour to Plovdiv, Asen’s Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery
- Duration9 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryArchaeology Tours, Bus Tours
Overview
During this day tour, you will be able to visit one of the must-see places in Bulgaria, not surprisingly elected European Capital of Culture for 2019, as well as two of the highlights in the region – Asen’s fortress and Bachkovo Monastery
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What's included
Professional guide
All Fees and Taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off from a centrally located address
Transport by private vehicle
What's Not included
Food and drinks
Itinerary
The tour starts with pick up from your centrally located hotel/accommodation in Sofia. After approximately an hour and a half drive, we will reach Plovdiv. Plovdiv is said to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe. The city has cultural and economic significance both in the past and in the present due to its strategic location. Pieces of evidence of its millennial history can be found all over the place u2013 from the Roman Theatre to the Ottoman mosques. This is the reason why Plovdiv is one of the most charming sights in Bulgaria- wherever you look you will find history, a legend from a different period, traces of glorious past and at the same time, itu2019s a pleasure to see how vivid is it still and how it continues to develop and writes its new history. There we will visit the highlights u2013 the Roman Theatre, the Roman Stadium, and have a walk in the Old Town with typical for the Revival Period house museums and narrow cobblestone streets. Afterward, we will have lunch.
When we are done with our traditional Bulgarian lunch, we will head towards the final destination of the tour u2013 Asenova Fortress (approx. 25 min drive from Plovdiv). Asen's Fortress is situated on the top of a cliff in Rodopi Mountain, at approx. 20 km distance from Plovdiv. It is a Medieval fortress with a rich history and breathtaking view.
After feasting our eyes on the beauties of nature, we will drive to the Bachkovo monastery. This is the second biggest monastery in Bulgaria and one of the oldest. It was established in the late XI century by a man for Georgia. The monastery later became part of the Bulgarian church. It suffered a lot from the turbulence of the time and keeps a lot of history and drama.
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Travelers with flu or cold symptoms will not be taken in the vehicle
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.