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- English
Itinerary:
8:00 AM – Depart from Plovdiv
Drive: ~30 minutes to Asen's Fortress
Highlights:
- Stunning medieval fortress with panoramic views of the Rhodope Mountains
- 12th-century Church of the Holy Mother of God
Bachkovo Monastery
Highlights:
- Bulgaria’s second-largest and one of the most beautiful monasteries
- 11th-century Orthodox monastery with rich history and frescoes
- The miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary (believed to have healing powers)
Optional:
- Light a candle and experience the spiritual atmosphere
- Visit nearby stalls selling local honey, jams, and handmade souvenirs
Our last stop will be Wonder bridge - enjoy breathtaking Rhodope Mountain views along the way.
Around 12:30 PM – arriving at the Wonder Bridges
This is a Natural rock bridge formed by erosion over thousands of years
Walk under and over the massive stone arches (~45m high)
Perfect spot for photography. Possible wildlife sightings.
Lunch break on the way back
Returning to Plovdiv around 4pm.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Be ready 5 minutes before departure time
We will meet our customers in front of the main gate!
Itinerary
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1Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress)
We're heading inland to the beatifull Rhodopes mountain towards the Аsen's fortress, located on high ground with panoramic views. We will stay about 30min. to enjoy the view of the mountains, the town of Asenovgrad and the Thracian valley.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Bachkovo Monastery
This monastery is the second largest in Bulgaria. The monastery buildings form two rectangular courtyards – northern (original) and southern added in the 19th century. Inside the complex we visit the main church of Virgin Mary built in 1604. Follows the Bulgarian monastic tradition - on the first floor service rooms, on the second and third living quarters, with wide porches on the side of the courtyard.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Wonderful Bridges
The Wonderful Bridges (also known as the Divine Bridges or Chudnite Mostove) is a natural rock phenomenon located in the Rhodope Mountains of southern Bulgaria. These stunning rock formations are a series of stone bridges that have been created through millions of years of natural processes like erosion, resulting in unique and beautiful structures.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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