Overview
Take our Private Tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery!
Knowing the best spots to experience Bulgaria’s rich and varied cultural heritage can be tricky for visitors on limited time in the capital. Tick off Plovdiv, Asen’s Fortress, and Bachkovo Monastery in just 1 day on a small-group tour from Sofia. Save time with seamless round-trip transfer between landmarks, and learn about their Roman, Ottoman, and modern history from your professional guide.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Private transportation
Professional local guide in Sofia
Pick-up and drop-off in the city center or hotels
In-vehicle air conditioning
All fees and/or taxes
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Plovdiv Old Town
4 hours
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 – 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, it’s 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 – 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.
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Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress)
2 hours
When we are done with our traditional Bulgarian lunch, we will head towards the final destination of the tour – 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.
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Bachkovo Monastery
3 hours
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.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Sofia).
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery
Can I cancel Private Tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Professional local guide in Sofia
- Pick-up and drop-off in the city center or hotels
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Plovdiv Old Town, Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress), Bachkovo Monastery.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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