FROM PLOVDIV: RHODOPI MOUNTAIN TRIP

HIGHLIGHTS:

-          See the beautiful panoramic views from Asen`s fortress hill

-          Explore the Bachkovo monastery- the 2^nd biggest in Bulgaria

-          Hike in the beautiful Rhodopi mountain

-          Enjoy a great day in nature

This tour is a great combination of nature and heritage. It starts at 9 am when the guide will take you from your hotel and you will head to the nearby Rhodopi mountain. Your first stop will be at the remains of the old medieval Asen`s Fortress (named after the famous Bulgarian king Ivan Asen II) and its church. It is situated in a very vivid place from where you can see amazing panoramic views and take astonishing photos.

After that, you will continue to the small mountain village of Bachkovo where you will visit the second biggest monastery in Bulgaria- Bachkovo monastery. It is an important monument of Christian architecture and one of the largest and oldest Eastern Orthodox monasteries in Europe. It is famous for the icon of Virgin Marry, dating back to the 14th century, which is taught to be miraculous and thousands of people each year come to see it. 

Then you will go for a hike in the mountain. The trails start just next to the monastery. The hiking is with moderate difficulty and takes about 1-2 hours.

Finally, you will also have time for a lunch break in one of the traditional local restaurants.

The expected return in Plovdiv is at 3 pm.

PRICE INCLUDES:

-         English-speaking guide - other languages upon request and availability

-          Hotel pick up and drop off

-          Transportation

-          Visit the described places

-          Hiking

PRICE EXCLUDES:

-          Entrance fees: 3 euro approximately

-          Food & personal expenses

-          Gratuities (optional)

OTHER INFORMATION:

-          Hotel pick up at 9 am by private car. Please indicate your hotel

-          Please wear comfortable walking shoes

-          Prices for more than 4 people: on request; bigger groups are subjected to great discounts! 

-          Reference code: PD02