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Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv

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Visit the remarkable remains of King Asen's Fortress and church from 13-th century, located on a picturesque hill in the Rhodope Mountains. Explore the Bachkovo Monastery, the second largest in Bulgaria, founded in 1083. Enjoy the wonderful Christian orthodox frescoes from 1643.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Entrance fees: Assen's Fortress (4 EUR)
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Traveler pickup is offered

Travelers are collected from any hotel (accommodation) or location within Plovdiv city

  • Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress), Asenovgrad, Bulgaria
    The remarkable Asen’s Fortress from 13-th century is located on a panoramic hill in the Rhodope Mountains som 30 min south of Plovdiv. Our guide will tell you the history and interesting facts about this impressive structure. There you’ll also find very well preserved Christian Orthodox church dating from the 13-th century painted with some authentic pieces of iconography. At the top of the fortress you’ll enjoy an awesome 360 degrees panorama all over the Rhodope Mountains, Asenovgrad town, The Thracian Valley and the imposing Balkan Range with its highest Botev Peak in the far distance.
    30 minutes
  • Bachkovo Monastery, Bachkovo, Bulgaria
    Founded in 1083 Bachkovo Monastery is the second largest in Bulgaria. Inside the monastery you’ll visit the main church of Virgin Mary built in 1604 where a valuable miracle working icon of Saint Mary from 11-12th century AD is being kept together with some very well preserved original frescoes. The monastery refectory is another jewel in the complex which has preserved colorful murals from 1643. The refectory’s visit is optional at an extra charge for a small entrance fee. Inside together with the Doomsday fresco, you’ll witness the images of many prophets, saint-monks, ancient philosophers and writers such as Socrates, Aristotle, Plato etc. In the second monastery yard you’ll finally visit the Saint Nikola church built between 1834 and 1837. Optionally, for the nature enthusiasts you may continue the tour with a short and easy walk in the Red wall nature reserve nearby Bachkovo Monastery where you’ll discover a beautiful waterfall, green meadows and lush forests.
    45 minutes
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Valerie_N
15 Oct 2024
I learned so much and I was able to thoroughly explore these sites. The tour was very well structured and paced. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and allowed us time to explore on our own. We did so much in just a few hours yet it did not feel rushed. Excellent tour !
stanis_aww626
20 Sep 2024
Really appreciate how our guide showed us some hidden gems in a relatively short time. We were picked up from our hotel so we didn't have to rush early in the morning. While going back to Plovdiv we didn't have to care about anything while our guide was driving - we were just admiring views.
Myles_W
11 Sep 2024
Kamen is an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable with perfect English and a good driver as well. The visit is very memorable. Assen’s Fortress requires a bit of climbing
This tour in Bulgaria is organized by PLOVDIV TRIPS

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