Bachkovo Monastery Travel Information - Activities, Tour and Experiences | Apr 2025

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Things to do near Bachkovo Monastery

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The Wonderful Bridges Self-Guided

Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow.

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Bachkovo Town & Monastery Self-Guided

Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow.

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Local Adventures in the Rhodope Mountains

Choose among an extensive amount of activities you want to try while in the Rhodope mountains provided by a professional local guide: herbs collecting, truffles hunting, kayaking, buggy or quad bike riding, local food and drinks tasting, hiking and trekking, meeting with local people, mountain biking, road cycling or just merging with the local culture.

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Horse Riding in the Heart of the Rhodope Mountains

This is an unique product offering you to experience horse riding in the Rhodopean village of Hvoyna or Novakovo - at the heart of the Rhodope mountains.

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Private 1-day Trip To Wonderful Bridges-Bachkovo-Asen's Fortress from Plovdiv

Our private tour brings you to the top spots around Plovdiv at your own pace and starting time from Plovdiv. Your private local guide is also your driver with the comfortable vehicle.

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Private trip to Bachkovo Monastery and Assen’s Fortress

From Plovdiv we head towards the Rhodope Mountains passing through the pretty town of Assenovgrad. Nearby we will see the remarkable remains of King Ivan Assen’s fortress – a wise ruler of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom.

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Sofia: Small Group to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery

The city of Plovdiv is the second biggest city in Bulgaria and one of the oldest cities in the world. It is rich in historical and cultural monuments and attracts hundreds and thousands of visitors every day.

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Private Tour with a Local Experiencing With You the Gems around Plovdiv

Nearby Plovdiv is located Asenovgrad town, better known as the Bulgarian Jerusalem.  It is also called the city of brides, but its symbol is the medieval fortress named after the Bulgarian king Ivan-Asen II.

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Small group tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

During this day tour, you will be able to visit one of the must-see places in Bulgaria, not surprisingly elected European Capital of Culture for 2019, as well as two of the highlights in the region - Asen's fortress and Bachkovo Monastery.

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Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup

Explore the 8000-year history of Plovdiv with ruins from the Roman times, beautiful Revival architecture and cozy restaurants in Kapana district.

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Day trip to The Marvelous Bridges and the unique Rhodope cuisine

This tour offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and authentic Bulgarian life. The Marvelous Bridges are a stunning set of natural wonders that have been carved from the solid rock over millions of years.

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Private Full Day Cycling Tour in the Rhodope Mountains from Plovdiv

Take a pleasant cycling tour with a professional guide from Plovdiv to the heart of the Rhodope mountains - Pamporovo. Experience the wonderful Bulgarian nature on a road bike.

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Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv

Visit the remarkable remains of King Asen's Fortress and church from 13-th century, located on a picturesque hill in the Rhodope Mountains.

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Private Plovdiv Bachkovo Monastery & Assen's Fortress Day Trip from Sofia

Only one day will make it possible to visit three of the most important landmarks in Bulgaria – the Old Town of Plovdiv (1,5 hour drive from Sofia along the motorway), Bachkovo Monastery and Assen’s Fortress with a professional private local guide only for you.

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Full Day Archeological tour of Plovdiv and the Region

Imagine yourself walking in the footsteps of ancient civilizations, unraveling the secrets of the past, and discovering the rich heritage of this fascinating region led by a highly educated in history and archeology guide who will do his best to make this day amazing.

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Tour from Plovdiv to Bachkovo, Asen Fortess and Wonderful Bridges

Itinerary:8:00 AM – Depart from PlovdivDrive: ~30 minutes to Asen's FortressHighlights:- Stunning medieval fortress with panoramic views of the Rhodope Mountains- 12th-century Church of the Holy Mother of GodBachkovo MonasteryHighlights:- 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 souvenirsOur last stop will be Wonder bridge - enjoy breathtaking Rhodope Mountain views along the way.

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Wonderful Bridges-Bachkovo Monastery-Assen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv

Discover 3 of the most famous 100 National Tourist Landmarks of Bulgaria during this bestselling day tour from Plovdiv to the stunning Rhodope Mountians.

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Private tour to Plovdiv, Bachkovo monastery and Asen's fortress

Small group bigger experience!Plovdiv is on the 6th place for oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and the oldest in Europe.

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GPS & Audio Guided Tour to Plovdiv and Magical Rhodopi with Lunch from Borovets

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalized excursion or choose from recommended routes.

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Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery tour from Sofia

The tour starts with a visit of the ancient city of Plovdiv, which several peoples have inhabited, leaving unique traces of their cultures.

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GPS&Audio guided Tour to Fairy-Lit Plovdiv and Rhodopi Miracles

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalized excursion or choose from recommended routes.

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Day Tour from PLOVDIV: Nature & forgotten village experiences

Discover the ancient history and stunning nature of the Rhodope Mountains within an hour drive from Plovdiv. This tour will not only introduce you to the area's most prominent architecture examples - Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery, but also will lead you deep into the roots and traditions of the local people.

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Day-Trip to Bachkovo Monastery and Asen's Fortress from Plovdiv

A tour that encompasses the rich culture and history of Bulgaria's Rhodopes - a mountain known for its gorgeous scenery and fascinating traditional rural villages.

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The mystical Belintash, Bachkovo Monastery and Asen's Fortress

This tour encompasses some of the Rhodope mountains’ most mysterious natural and archeological wonders. It is said that a powerful mystical energy surrounds the area, drawing spiritualists from all over the world.

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Plovdiv, Bachkovo Monastery and Asen`s Fortress

Enjoy a great day trip from Sofia to Plovdiv - the oldest existing town in Europe and European capital of culture. Learn about its rich history and see its amazing sites.