Sofia: Small Group to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery

Highlights of Bulgaria: Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery

Sofia: Small Group to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery

By Magical Tours Bulgaria

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Overview

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.

Activity location

Plovdiv Old Town
- 4000, Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

Central Mosque of Sofia - Banya Bashi Mosque
- 18 bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza"
- 1000, Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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Sofia: Small Group to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery

9h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 09:00

Price details

€139.00 x 1 Adult€139.00

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What's included, what's not

Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German and French
Service charge

Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Plovdiv Old Town

3h

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 3 hours.

Bachkovo Monastery

1h

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.

Location

Activity location

Plovdiv Old Town
- 4000, Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

Central Mosque of Sofia - Banya Bashi Mosque
- 18 bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza"
- 1000, Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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