Visit to Bachkovo Monastery from Sofia (on Thursday)

Type of Transport: Bus/Minibus
Duration: 1 Day
Itinerary: Sofia - Bachkovo Monastery - Sofia

Excursion Itinerary

Departure:

Departure from Sofia at 8:00 AM from Serdika Bus Station.

Travel Details:

The trip proceeds towards Plovdiv and Asenovgrad with a short break along the way.
Arrival at Bachkovo Monastery around 12:00 PM.
At Bachkovo Monastery:


Free time for an individual visit to the monastery and lunch.
Return to Sofia:


Departure at 4:00 PM with a short break along the route.
Arrival in Sofia around 8:00 PM.
Bachkovo Monastery "Assumption of the Holy Virgin"


Located in the picturesque valley of the Chaya River, just 10 km south of Asenovgrad and approximately 200 km from Sofia, Bachkovo Monastery is the second-largest and one of the oldest and most significant monasteries in Bulgaria. Founded in 1083 by the Georgian Grigorii Bakuriani, the monastery impresses with its unique architecture and rich history.


The monastery is renowned for its beautiful frescoes preserved in the main church, "Assumption of the Holy Virgin," built in 1604 and painted by talented artists. One of its most treasured religious objects is the miraculous Bachkovo Icon of the Virgin Mary, which attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.


Visitors can also explore the Ossuary from the 11th century, decorated with remarkable frescoes, and the museum collection that houses valuable church relics, icons, and manuscripts.


Each year, on August 15th, the monastery celebrates its feast day, the Assumption of the Holy Virgin, with solemn liturgies and rituals that draw many believers and tourists.


A visit to Bachkovo Monastery offers a spiritual and cultural experience, immersing you in the profound traditions and beauty of Bulgarian Orthodoxy.

 

The Price Includes:

Transfer from Sofia to Bachkovo Monastery and back with a tourist bus/minibus.

 

The Price Does Not Include:

Entrance fees, food, drinks, and personal expenses
Tour guide services
Travel insurance

 

Other Information:

Payment:

Full payment is required at the time of booking.
Note:

Children under the age of 18 must travel with an accompanying adult.
Minimum number of participants for the program: 30 people.
Notification deadline in case of insufficient participants: 2 days before the departure date.

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