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Plovdiv is on the 6th place for oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and the oldest in Europe. Inhabited since 4,000 B.C., beginning with a Neolithic settlement, Plovdiv has been conquered many times throughout the years by the Thracians, the Greeks and the Romans.
After the city tour 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.
Our last stop will be the picturesque Bachkovo Monastery - second largest.
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 where a valuable icon of Saint Mary from 11-12th century AD is being kept. According to the legend this remarkable icon is believed to be miracle working.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point- reception
Itinerary
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1Plovdiv Old Town
This tour will bring us to ancient times back in the 1st. century BC, going to medieval period and finishing with the Bulgarian Revival period
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis
The most preserved Roman theater in Bulgaria, build ed in 59 BC. It was used mainly for Gladiators fights!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Plovdiv
Bishop basilica- The roman mosaic heritage of Philippopoli stuns with its richness and magnificence. It is a genuine masterpiece of late antiquity.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Small Basilica Of Philippopolis
The Roman mosaic heritage of Philippopolis stuns with its richness and magnificence. It is a authentic masterpiece of late antiquity art.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Bachkovo Monastery
The monastery is the second largest and one of the most beautiful temples in Bulgaria. It is founded in 1083. Still a functioning monastery with 10 monks.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress)
Ancient fortress with church dating from the 13-th century painted with some authentic pieces of iconography.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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