1 / 5Private Day Trip to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery
About this activity
This bus & minivan tours is one of the standout things to do in Sofia, Bulgaria. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €420 per person. Discover the town of Plovdiv- one of the oldest existing settlements in the world! See the Roman Theater and parts of the Roman Stadium. Walkthrough the longest pedestrian street in Europe!
Discover the town of Plovdiv- one of the oldest existing settlements in the world! See the Roman Theater and parts of the Roman Stadium. Walkthrough 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 the 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 fight the air pollution.
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 9 hours.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 2 languages.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Sofia is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular bus & minivan tours slots in Sofia sell out.
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