Private Day Trip to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery
Overview
Discover the town of Plovdiv- one of the oldest existing settlements in world! See the Roman Theater and parts of the Roman Stadium. Walk through the longest pedestrian street in Europe. Explore the magnificent Revival old town with its unique colorful houses from the 19th century. See the recently uncovered early Christian mosaics dating back to the 4th century! Plovdiv itself will be a European capital of culture in 2019.
In the afternoon, you will go to the Bachkovo monastery- the second biggest monastery in Bulgaria, established in the 11th century. It is famous for the icon of Virgin Marry, which is taught to be miraculous and thousands of people each year come to see it.
Most times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with cng engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help fighting the air polution.
What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- A visit to the Bachkovo Monastery
- Transportation by an A/C car
- Sightseeing tour in Plovdiv
- Professional private driver- guide
- Food & personal expenses
- Gratuities
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Bachkovo Monastery
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes, the terrain in the old town is harsh.
- It would mean a lot to us if you leave us a valid EMAIL address - so that we may remind you to leave us a review on our Tripadvisor page
- Please warn us if you have a 0-2 years old baby when you make the reservation so that we can prepare a special seat for them
- Operated by a business
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- A visit to the Bachkovo Monastery.
- Transportation by an A/C car.
- Sightseeing tour in Plovdiv.
- Professional private driver- guide.
- Food & personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Day Trip to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- A visit to the Bachkovo Monastery
- Transportation by an A/C car
- Sightseeing tour in Plovdiv
- Professional private driver- guide
- Food & personal expenses
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes, the terrain in the old town is harsh.
- It would mean a lot to us if you leave us a valid EMAIL address - so that we may remind you to leave us a review on our Tripadvisor page
- Please warn us if you have a 0-2 years old baby when you make the reservation so that we can prepare a special seat for them
- Operated by a business
