Discover Plovdiv’s ancient charm and explore Bachkovo Monastery’s serene beauty on this bestselling Bulgarian tour.
- Plovdiv Old Town - This is a fascinating walk back in time. One of the best examples of The Bulgarian Revival time. A guided walk through the cobbled streets of the old town is included, approx. one hour. Then there will be a free time in Plovdiv for sightseeing, photographs, walks, having a drink or snack. Total time in Plovdiv 2 hours.
- Bachkovo Monastery - Bachkovo Monastery was founded in 1083. It is the second largest monastery in Bulgaria, part of UNESCO, located in the magical Rhodopes mountain. very impressive with its architecture. A guided walk into the monastery is included - approx. 30 min. The Old Refectory is not included. Later there will be a free time - 30 min.
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- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
- audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German and French
- Gratuities
The city of Plovdiv is the second biggest city in Bulgaria and one of the oldest cities in the world. It is rich in historical and cultural monuments and attracts hundreds and thousands of visitors every day. This is a place where you just get in and feel the spirit of the time, the marks left by the Byzantine, the Roman and the Ottoman empires. Also known as the town of Seven Hills, the city of Plovdiv is such a charming place, especially interesting is the old part of the town – an open air museum of the Revival Period. Our journey continues to the remarkable Bachkovo Monastery – one of the largest orthodox temples in Bulgaria, founded in 1083. It is located in a spectacular area, hidden in the centuries’ old forests in the Rhodopes - the mountain of the mythical singer Orpheus. Voted as a bestseller, this tour is highly recommended.
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