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Description
Enjoy a great day trip to the second-largest city of Bulgaria, one of the oldest populated cities in Europe. Here, you will visit the Bachkovo Monastery in the nearby Rhodopi mountain. Other sights include the Roman Theatre, old town and the Roman Stadium.
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Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery day trip from Sofia
The cliche "you must see Plovdiv to see Bulgaria" is absolutely true and there is so much to explore in the country's second largest town. The guide will pick you at 9 am from your hotel.
There will be a 1.5 hour walking tour in the heart of the town and you will learn lots of historical facts and legends while exploring its most interesting sightseeing places. You will see the Roman Theater and parts of the Roman Stadium. Walk through the longest pedestrian street in Europe. Explore the magnificent old town with its unique colorful houses from the 19th century. See the recently uncovered early Christian mosaics dating back to the 4th century!
After exploring Plovdiv, you will head to the mountains and visit the second biggest monastery in Bulgaria - Bachkovo Monastery.
You will also have free time for lunch in a traditional local restaurant.
The expected return in Sofia is at about 6 pm.
What's Included
Professional private (Bulgarian) driver-guide.
Private tour.
Hotel pick-up and drop off.
Transportation by an A/C car with free Wi-Fi.
Sightseeing tour in Plovdiv.
A visit to the Bachkovo Monastery.
What's Excluded
Food & personal expenses.
Gratuities (optional).
Know before you go
Please indicate your hotel for the pick-up.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes- cobblestone streets.
Plovdiv: Plovdiv is about 2 hours drive from Sofia and is situated in the western part of the Thracian Valley. It is one of the oldest settlements in the world, having emerged on the three adjacent hills – the beginning of its history dates back to 4,000 years BCE. It has preserved Thracian, Roman and Bulgarian heritage from different epochs.
Bachkovo Monastery: It is an important monument of Christian architecture and one of the largest and oldest Eastern Orthodox monasteries in Europe. It is famous for the icon of the Virgin Mary, dating back to the 14th century, which is taught to be miraculous and thousands of people each year come to see it.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 1 | EUR 220 Per Person |
| 2 To 2 | EUR 110 Per Person |
| 3 To 4 | EUR 80 Per Person |
| 5 To 8 | EUR 60 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |