The oldest European city, a medieval fortress and a major monastery

Overview

Take this trip to Plovdiv – the oldest constantly inhabited city in Europe. A charming town that lives vibrantly since ages (XI millenia B.C.). A European Capital of Culture for 2019 and a host of many concerts, festivals and events all year round. A mixture of landmarks from different eras (Thracian, Roman, Hellenic, Byzantine, Ottoman … )

Climb the Asen’s fortress and soak in the atmosphere of the XIV century church of Holy Mother of God which survived the ages.
Enter the 2-nd major Monastery in Bulgaria and one of the oldest in the Balkans – the Bachkovo Monastery.

Our day program includes private transportation from/to Sofia, guided walking tour in Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastey + entrance to the Asen’s Fortress.

Recommendations

The day tour to Plovdiv, Asen’s Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery can be extended with:

overnight in Plovdiv;

Rural cooking and baking experience;
and
wine tasting in a fine local winery;

Options

We will be glad to provide:

full, end-to-end service
or a
self-guided program with bookings, tips and tricks.

Prices

rates vary depending on the group size and travelling period. For more info please fill out our contact form.

Day 1

Departure to Plovdiv from a centrally located spot in Sofia.
(On the way, we will stop for a refreshment.)

Arrival and a walking tour including the major attractions – The Old town, Nebet Tepe, the Roman stadium, the Amphitheatre, the Forum, Djumaya Mosque and more.

Free time for lunch in a local restaurant.

In the afternoon – visit of the Asen’s fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

Back to Sofia in the late afternoon / early evening.