2 days / 1 night Trip to Plovdiv and Bachkovski Monastery

Join a guided group tour from Veliko Tarnovo, with pick-up in Stara Zagora, to explore Plovdiv and the surrounding region — a culturally rich journey ideal for history lovers and expats seeking a relaxed, memorable experience.

Day 1 – Plovdiv (Guided Tour)
The tour begins at the Roman Stadium, partially uncovered beneath the modern city center, followed by the Ancient Roman Theater, one of the best-preserved theaters in the world and still used for performances today. Stroll through Plovdiv’s Old Town, admiring beautifully preserved Bulgarian Revival houses, and visit the Regional Ethnographic Museum, where traditional costumes, crafts, and musical instruments bring local history vividly to life.

Next, your guide will take you to Nebet Tepe, the ancient hilltop citadel with panoramic views over the city, before exploring Kapana, Plovdiv’s creative district filled with cafés, galleries, and artisan shops. Continue through the city center, seeing the Roman Forum, and finish at the Bishop’s Basilica, renowned for its colorful early Christian mosaics.

Overnight stay: 4-star hotel in Plovdiv.

Day 2 – Asenovgrad Fortress & Bachkovo Monastery (Guided Tour)
Travel with your guide to Asenovgrad to explore the medieval Asenovgrad Fortress, perched on a hilltop with stunning views of the Rhodope Mountains. Continue to Bachkovo Monastery, Bulgaria’s second-largest monastery, famous for its frescoes, ornate iconostasis, and peaceful courtyards. Learn about its 11th-century history and ongoing spiritual significance while enjoying the serene surroundings.

Return to Veliko Tarnovo in the late afternoon.

This guided tour combines history, architecture, and cultural heritage at a comfortable pace, allowing time to enjoy the sights, take photos, and share the experience with fellow expats.

Minimum number of participants for the tour to be held: 30

Cancellation terms: see at the bottom of the website