Private Day Trip to Plovdiv and Bachkovo Monastery

This full-day tour offers an immersive exploration of Plovdiv, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, where you will visit the Roman Theater and the remains of the Roman Stadium. Stroll along the longest pedestrian street in Europe and wander through Plovdiv’s Revival old town, notable for its colorful 19th-century houses. The tour also includes a visit to early Christian mosaics dating back to the 4th century. In the afternoon, you will travel to Bachkovo Monastery, Bulgaria’s second largest monastery founded in the 11th century, known for the icon of the Virgin Mary that attracts many visitors annually. Transportation is provided by air-conditioned eco-friendly vehicles, and a professional private driver-guide accompanies you throughout the day, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. This experience suits travelers interested in history, architecture, and religious heritage across the regions of Bansko, Blagoevgrad, and Bulgaria more broadly.