Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup
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Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup
Duration
10 h
Language
anglais
Guidance
Guide
Group
Up to 7 pers.
Booking
Instant confirmation
Lead time
Book up to 3 h before departure
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tickets
One per booking
Cancellation
Free cancellation available
Overview
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.
What's 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
Available options
Choose your option when you book.
Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup
from 115 €Pickup included
Itinerary
Plovdiv
Travel time from Sofia to Plovdiv is about 1h and 45 min
· 1 h 45 minPlovdiv Old Town
Explore the 8000-year history of one of the oldest cities in the world Plovdiv. Travel through the ages just in one day.
· 1 hArchaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe
Ruins of the old village and fortress where the ancient city was founded 4000 years BC.
· 20 minEthnographic Museum
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.
· 15 min· Admission not includedHouse-Museum Hindlian
The house of Stepan Hindliyan is one of the few houses in Plovdiv which has preserved its original symmetric design from the Revival period.
· 20 min· Admission not includedAncient Theatre of Philippopolis
One of the best preserved ancient Roman theaters. It was built in the 1st century.
· 20 min· Admission not includedKapana
Area with cozy restaurants and cafes.
· 1 hAssenova krepost (Asen's Fortress)
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.
· 30 min· Admission includedMonastère de Bachkovo
The second largest monastery in Bulgaria with one of the oldest iconostasis in the country and the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary.
· 30 minSofia
Travel time from Bachkovo monastery to Sofia is about 2 hours and 20 minutes.
· 2 h 20 min
Pickup
Pickup or meet at the departure point.
Pickup points: Hotel (180 stops served).
Pickup about 30 min before departure.
You can specify your pickup location when booking.
How to use your ticket
Meeting point
The return is at the same place.
What to know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers
1 traveler(s) minimum · 7 maximum per booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- From 1 days before : 100% refunded
- From 0 days before : 0% refunded
This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.
Reviews
Product code: 314070P9
Activity offered by Multi Travel Bulgaria via Viator.