Plovdiv & Bachkovo Monastery

Plovdiv (160 m a.s.l.) is situated in the western part of the Thracian Valley. It ranks as the second Bulgarian city in population and size after the capital. It is also one of the oldest European towns contemporary to Troya and Mikena. It has been existing as a settlement about 8000 years ago, and became a town 3000 years ago during the Troyan war. It was the capital of Ancient Thrace and a big trade centre in the Middle Ages. In the historic quarter of the city you will see beautifully decorated period houses, the ancient fortress-wall, the Roman forum and stadium and magnificent churches. The Old city of Plovdiv with its museums, historical sites, ancient houses and paved streets is a nice play for sightseeing.
After transfer to Plovdiv (2 hrs) we will make a sightseeing tour in the old quarters of Plovdiv, visiting the most interesting churches, museums, Roman Theatre and ancient houses. In the afternoon we will visit also Bachkovo Monastery - the second largest in Bulgaria.
Pickup: 8:30 from your accommodation in Sofia. Expected time of your return in Sofia - 17:00;
Transfer time: 5 hrs total
Walking time: 2 hrs
Best period: all year
Price: 1 pers. -99 Euro; 2 pers. - 60 Euro/pers.; 3 pers. - 49 Euro/pers.; 4-7 pers. - 46 Euro/pers.; 8-12 pers. - 43 Euro/pers.
The price includes: guidance in English, English-speaking driver, entrance fees and private transfers.
The price does NOT include: Meals, drinks etc. personal expenses not included.
For larger groups or guidance in other languages please ask for quotation