Free cancellation

Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup

★★★★★ 5.0 (24 reviews)
9 hours – 10 hours
EN

About This Experience

Explore the 8000-year history of Plovdiv with ruins from the Roman times, beautiful Revival architecture and cozy restaurants in Kapana district.

Enjoy breathtaking views from Asen’s Fortress, perched on top of a hill in the beautiful Rhodope Mountains.

Visit the second largest monastery in Bulgaria and see the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary.

Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.

Tour Itinerary

1

1h 45m

Travel time from Sofia to Plovdiv is about 1h and 45 min

2

1 hour

Explore the 8000-year history of one of the oldest cities in the world Plovdiv. Travel through the ages just in one day.

3

20 min

Ruins of the old village and fortress where the ancient city was founded 4000 years BC.

4

15 min

The building of the museum was built in 1847 and is a stunning masterpiece from Bulgarian Revival period. The museum keeps one of the biggest collections of Bulgarian cultural heritage.

5

20 min

The house of Stepan Hindliyan is one of the few houses in Plovdiv which has preserved its original symmetric design from the Revival period.

6

20 min

One of the best preserved ancient Roman theaters. It was built in the 1st century.

7

1 hour

Area with cozy restaurants and cafes.

8

30 min

The fortress played an important role in defending the route from the Aegean Sea to Thrace. It is perched on top of a hill in the beautiful Rhodope Mountains and reveals breathtaking views.

9

30 min

The second largest monastery in Bulgaria with one of the oldest iconostasis in the country and the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary.

10

2h 20m

Travel time from Bachkovo monastery to Sofia is about 2 hours and 20 minutes.

What's Included

Included

  • Transport with minivan or car
  • Entrance fee to House-Museum Hindliyan, Plovdiv
  • Entrance fee to Asen's fortress
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses

Meeting Point & Logistics

Start Point

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Important Information

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Free cancellation available
Duration: 9 hours – 10 hours
Up to 7 travelers
Mobile ticket accepted
Guide: EN
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