• Bachkovo Monastery - Our first stop will be Bachkovo Monastery

the second in size and importance monastery in Bulgaria. Build as a center of Georgian

monasticism the cloister witnessed the great struggles between the Byzantine Empire and the Bulgarian Kingdom. It served as a clashing point of many cultures and religions, finally to came under the authority of the Bulgarian Exarchate in 1894. Follow your leader, who is by profession an art historian, to understand more

about the history and symbolism embedded in the beautiful murals on the church walls and the rich collections of jewelry, coins, and old manuscripts preserved in the library.

• Private transportation
• Lunch
• Professional Guide Services

• Personal Expenses
• Gratuities

Embark on this exploration of one of the most scenic paths in the Rhodopes. Tour the country’s second largest monastery and discover the fascinating narratives it holds. This journey offers a special chance to dive into the traditional Rhodope lifestyle and their food culture. At the stop in the village of Shiroka Laka, you will encounter the distinctive architectural style of local houses. Welcoming hosts will invite you to take in the exquisite wooden ceilings, historic artefacts in themselves. Shiroka Laka is also known as the birthplace of the distinct Rhodope folklore music. After savouring a specially cooked organic meal, we resume our trip back to Plovdiv via the picturesque road of Vacha Dam. Here, you will find a moment of peace to relish your afternoon tea or coffee, while appreciating the stunning view of the dam before you.

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