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

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Discover 3 of the most famous 100 National Tourist Landmarks of Bulgaria during this bestselling day tour from Plovdiv to the stunning Rhodope Mountians. First visit the impressive Asen's Fortress from 13th century and the second largest Bachkovo Monastery, founded in 11th century. In the main cloister court yard visit the main church of Virgin Mary, which was built in 1604. Walk around the 45 m high rock bridges named the Wonderful Bridges, situated at 1450 m. a. s. l. in the heart of the mystical Rhodope Mountains. Before exploring the exceptional nature phenomenon have lunch at a small local restaurant in the nearby chalet amid refreshing conifer tree forests.

Note : Often this trip is actually delivered as a private one as there are no other travelers to join the experience.

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Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be accompanied by an adult

The short walk on and around the Wonderful Bridges also includes some uneven rocky path and very short but steep and slippery terrain.Trainers with proper sole and grip or hiking shoes are advised if you are not comfortable on such terrain.

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress)

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. 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.

30 minutes • Chưa Bao Gồm Vé

Bachkovo Monastery

Founded in 1083 Bachkovo Monastery is the second largest in Bulgaria. Inside the monastery you’ll visit the main church of Virgin Mary built in 1604 where a valuable miracle working icon of Saint Mary from 11-12th century AD is being kept together with some very well preserved original frescoes. The monastery refectory is another jewel in the complex which has preserved colorful murals from 1643. The refectory’s visit is optional at an extra charge for a small entrance fee. Inside together with the Doomsday fresco, you’ll witness the images of many prophets, saint-monks, ancient philosophers and writers such as Socrates, Aristotle, Plato etc. In the second monastery yard you’ll finally visit the Saint Nikola church built between 1834 and 1837. Optionally, for the nature enthusiasts you may continue the tour with a short and easy walk in the Red wall nature reserve nearby Bachkovo Monastery where you’ll discover a beautiful waterfall, green meadows and lush forests.

45 minutes • Không Có Vé

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Professional local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Fuel surcharge

Live commentary on board

Entrance fees: Assen's Fortress (4 EUR)

Food and drinks

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Assenova krepost (Asen's Fortress)

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