Asen's Fortress (Asenova Krepost) Tours and Tickets

Knowing the best spots to experience Bulgaria’s rich and varied cultural heritage can be tricky for visitors on limited time in the capital. Tick off Plovdiv, Asen’s Fortress, and Bachkovo Monastery in just 1 day on a small-group tour from Sofia. Save time with seamless round-trip transfer between landmarks, and learn about their Roman, Ottoman, and modern history from your professional guide.

Discover Plovdiv, the 2019 European Capital of Culture, and the mighty Asen’s Fortress on this full-day small-group tour from Sofia. Explore the atmospheric Old Town of Plovdiv on a guided walking tour; go back in time with a virtual reality experience; enjoy a typical Bulgarian lunch at a local restaurant (own expense), then marvel at the views from the mountaintop medieval castle.

Our private tour brings you to the top spots around Plovdiv at your own pace and starting time from Plovdiv. Your private local guide is also your driver with the comfortable vehicle. All entrance fees are included in the privately-guided option. Wonderful Bridges are a natural phenomenon, which is believed to had formed during the collapse of former cave formed in Proterozoic marbles from the waters of a small river deep gully probably an earthquake. Bachkovo monastery "Uspenie Bogorodichno" was founded in 1083 by the Georgian Gregory Bakuriani, who made a donation to the building. Asen's Fortress - one of the most preserved fortresses in Bulgaria. Truly breathtaking scenery, views and history behind it! Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.

Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental and have a private driver for the day instead with this day trip to Plovdiv and Asen’s Fortress. After a Sofia pickup, travel directly to Plovdiv to see its beautiful Old Town landmarks. Enjoy a guided tour past highlights such as the Roman Theater, Europe’s longest pedestrian street, and early Christian mosaics. The trip also visits Asen’s Fortress—a stunning medieval structure in the mountains that offers incredible photo opportunities and panoramic views.

Get out of the city and explore the notable religious sites around Plovdiv on this private day tour. Travel with a guide towards the Rhodope Mountains and visit King Asen's Fortress in Asenovgrad. Stop at the 11th-century Bachkovo Monastery and learn about its history. Choose to take a walk in the Red Wall Nature Reserve.

Escape the tourist trail and discover Bulgaria’s Rhodope Mountains on this private guided day tour. Explore the 13th-century castle, Asen’s Fortress, and the 11th-century Bachkovo Monastery with its murals and frescoes, then admire the naturally carved bridges known the Wonderful Bridges. Tour includes door-to-door round-trip transportation and a private guide but excludes the affordable entrance fees.

Gain a comprehensive overview of Bulgaria’s five major cities on this small-group, multi-day tour from Sofia. Travel the distance seamlessly with round-trip transfer by air-conditioned vehicle, leaving more time to explore the best bits of Sofia, Plovdiv, Nessebar, Varna, and Veliko Tarnovo with your professional guide. Avoid hidden costs with overnight hotel stays and breakfasts included as per itinerary.

Experience Bulgaria on a motorcycle on this guided group multi-day tour. Learn about the history, food, and culture of Bulgaria from your guide as you ride through scenic roads and stay in local guesthouses. Visit Sofia, Rhodope Mountain, the wine regions of Bulgaria, and more as you drive through the country.

Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in Assen's Fortress. Very flexible and easy for the customer.

A tour that encompasses the rich culture and history of Bulgaria's Rhodopes - a mountain known for its gorgeous scenery and fascinating traditional rural villages. Asen's Fortress (13th century) is located only 25 minutes from Plovdiv and offers a glimpse at Beulgarian history during medieval times. Nearby is the second largest monastery in Bulgaria - Bachkovo Monastery, a stunning work of architecture. It is home of the Miracle Working Icon of the Holy Virgin, an icon that is said to heal ailments and bring good fortune. The road up to the monastery is lined with market stalls selling local herbs, spices, jams and honey, and the restaurants offer some of the best traditional cooking in the country.

Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in the The Wonderful Bridges near Chepelare. Very flexible and easy for the customer.

Cover ground that’s only really possible with a professional at the wheel and check off three key Bulgarian attractions in just one day on this convenient guided tour. Soak up the architecture and Roman ruins of Plovdiv Old Town, the 17th-century murals at Bachkovo Monastery, and 13th-century Asen’s Fortress. Tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off but excludes entrance fees.

Nearby Plovdiv is located Asenovgrad town, better known as the Bulgarian Jerusalem.  It is also called the city of brides, but its symbol is the medieval fortress named after the Bulgarian king Ivan-Asen II. Asen’s fortress still controls the passage through the Rhodope Mountains, leading us to the Bachkovo monastery – the second biggest in Bulgaria and the most impressive with its miraculous stories. Once entered in this area, you’ll definitely hear about Mavrud – man, hero or wine? – Many legends are speaking about one fabulous wine – the Mavrud from Asenovgrad!

Explore Bulgaria’s rugged wilderness on two wheels on this private full-day cycling tour in the Rhodope Mountains from Plovdiv. Hop onto your bicycle and follow your private guide into the Bulgarian countryside. Head through the Rhodope mountain range, home to plummeting river gorges, soaring peaks and mighty rivers. Discover dense forest and rolling hillsides, and visit top local sites including the Bachkovo Monastery and the village of Shiroka Laka. Finish with a soak in Devin’s wonderful hot springs and soothe aching muscles in style before your transfer back to Plovdiv.

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalised excursion or choose from recommended routes. We bring your full equipped car personally to your hotel in Sofia, the cultural capital of Bulgaria. With an audio guide, access to unique places, the best restaurants, leisure and outdoor adventures; all-inclusive: kilometrage, maps, GPS coordinates, vouchers and tickets., and our experienced team is 24/7 at your disposal. In this tour, we will offer you a personalised excursion in the intimacy of your own relatives. Your schedule and itinerary will be both online and as a hard copy be made available. This is a self-guided audio tour with all-inclusive car services, device, map, GPS coordinates, audio guides, videos, excess kilometrage, entry tickets, restaurant reservations and vouchers.

Truly the best off-the-beaten path tour in Bulgaria tailored to your needs & wants. Presenting you Bulgaria like no other with the best of the best attractions and destinations. Full flexibility as you can choose between a self-guided and privately-guided tour option. Your 8-day true immersive experience in Bulgaria awaits you. We can tailor-made this tour, shorten or extend it as per your wishes. Just ask us.

Discover the ancient history and stunning nature of the Rhodope Mountains within an hour drive from Plovdiv. This tour will not only introduce you to the area's most prominent architecture examples - Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery, but also will lead you deep into the roots and traditions of the local people. You will visit a village which locals refer to as 'the village where time has stopped'. Not visited by many tourists today, this place still preserves the authentic lifestyle and architecture of its dwellers. You will get the chance to taste the most delicious specialities of the region made by our lovely hosts who have prepared a bag of stories for you. Your adventure ends with the magnificent natural phenomena - The Wonder Bridges, which fascinated its visitors with its grandeur beauty and mystical energy.

The legend of the Rhodopes was told by the Thracians to Herodotus, the father of history, and he recorded it. It tells the story of the mystical king Hemus, who loved his wife Rhodope so much that he called her by the name of the deity Hera. She, in turn, called him Zeus. In their love game, they unconsciously mocked the gods. Understanding, Zeus decided to punish them. He turned the sinners into mountains that were forever separated by miles. Love like a flower, torn off forever … but not dead, because their memory remains eternal! This is a tour for hikers, who love nature, culture, and history. Rhodope mountains are the widest one in Bulgaria, hiding archeological sites and pretty villages. Come in the mountain of love!

Plovdiv is not only one of Europe’s oldest cities, but a great base for exploring vineyards, monasteries, fortresses, and mountains in the surrounding countryside. Skip the self-drive stress and maximize your time with this guided 3-day package, including hotel or airport transfers, two nights’ B&B accommodation, entrance fees, and a wine tasting. Highlights include Plovdiv Old Town, Bachkovo Monastery, Asen’s Fortress, and the Red Church in Perushtitsa.

Explore the 8000-year history of Plovdiv with ruins from the Roman times, beautiful Revival architecture and cozy restaurants in Kapana district. Enjoy breathtaking views from Asen’s Fortress, perched on top of a hill in the beautiful Rhodope Mountains. Visit the second largest monastery in Bulgaria and see the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary. Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalized excursion or choose from recommended routes. We bring your full equipped car personally to your hotel in Sofia, the cultural capital of Bulgaria. In this tour, we will offer you a personalized excursion in the intimacy of your own relatives. This is a self-guided audio tour with all-inclusive car services, devices, map, GPS coordinates, audio guides, videos, excess kilometres, entry tickets, restaurant reservations and vouchers.

A concept, that offers you the best of two worlds where we create your own personalized excursion or choose from recommended routes. We bring your full equipped car personally to your hotel in Sofia, the cultural capital of Bulgaria. In this tour, we will offer you a personalized excursion in the intimacy of your own relatives. This is a self-guided audio tour with all-inclusive car services, devices, map, GPS coordinates, audio guides, videos, excess kilometres, entry tickets, restaurant reservations and vouchers.

Bulgaria has many sightseeing jewels in its crown, but this 3-day super tour of Bulgaria will show you 3 of the most visited tourist sites - Plovdiv, Kazanlak Thracian Tombs and Veliko Tarnovo. We offer all three of them as one-day tours from Sofia, but we feel like it is too many hours sitting in a car, so we recommend a 3-day tour allowing you to explore better the places and to avoid many kilometers. This tour will also allow you to enjoy Plovdiv and Veliko Tarnovo at night.

Imagine yourself walking in the footsteps of ancient civilizations, unraveling the secrets of the past, and discovering the rich heritage of this fascinating region led by a highly educated in history and archeology guide who will do his best to make this day amazing. . Each stop on this tour will transport you to a different era, and provide a unique perspective on Bulgaria's history and culture. Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Plovdiv - Europe's oldest inhabited city, boasting a rich blend of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman influences. Step back in time to the medieval era and discover the imposing Asen's fortress, a testament to the country's resilience in the face of adversity. And finally, we'll visit the magnificent Bachkovo Monastery, which has stood the test of time and remains a shining example of Bulgaria's religious and cultural heritage.