Become a Marriott Bonvoy member
Join Marriott Bonvoy for free and enjoy endless benefits. Travel is better as a member.
Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
3 hours
Art & Culture
|
Walking Tours
|
Bus and Driving Tours
|
Excursions
|
History
Date
Today
What You Will Do
Visit the remarkable remains of King Asen's Fortress and church from 13-th century, located on a picturesque hill in the Rhodope Mountains. Explore the Bachkovo Monastery, the second largest in Bulgaria, founded in 1083. Enjoy the wonderful Christian orthodox frescoes from 1643.
Note: Often this trip is actually delivered as a private one as there are no other travellers to join the experience.
Note: Often this trip is actually delivered as a private one as there are no other travellers to join the experience.
What's Included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Surcharges on fuel
What's Not Included?
- Entrance fees: Assen's Fortress (4 EUR)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress)
30 minutes
The remarkable Asen’s Fortress from 13-th century is located on a panoramic hill in the Rhodope Mountains som 30 min south of Plovdiv. Our guide will tell you the history and interesting facts about this impressive structure. There you’ll also find very well preserved Christian Orthodox church dating from the 13-th century painted with some authentic pieces of iconography. At the top of the fortress you’ll enjoy an awesome 360 degrees panorama all over the Rhodope Mountains, Asenovgrad town, The Thracian Valley and the imposing Balkan Range with its highest Botev Peak in the far distance.
Show 1 more stops
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: PLOVDIV TRIPS.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Guide Options
- Guide - English
Other Things To Do Nearby
Become a Marriott Bonvoy member
Join Marriott Bonvoy for free and enjoy endless benefits. Travel is better as a member.