BEGINNER ONLY. This incredible 5-day Bansko ski tour offers a compact, yet unforgettable experience skiing in Europe. Ski on the gorgeous Bulgarian mountains while warming up for the lively Apres Ski. This ski Bansko tour caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders with fantastic value for money. Enjoy 4-star superior accommodation, airport shuttle transfers and all breakfasts and dinners with unlimited beer and wine included. This tour also includes ski/snowboard equipment and tuition for beginner level.
Duration
Destination
Start/Ends in
5 Days
Ski Bansko
Bansko / Bansko
Hotels
Group Size
Age Requirement
4 & 3 Star
12-42 People
18+
Trip Rating
Trip Theme
Departs
5
8 reviews
Short Break,Ski Holiday
December to April
Why You’ll Love This Tour
Spend 5 days exploring the snow-covered mountain terrains of Bansko with new mates.
The Premium Package is perfect for beginner Skiers and Snowboards, with included lessons each day to get you ready to conquer the slopes!
This package also includes ski or snowboard equipment hire for the duration of your stay.
Before and after a big day on the slopes, relax while we cover the meals! Enjoy all breakfasts and dinners included in the tour package.
Stay in hand-picked, 4-star Ski Resorts in prime locations for easy access to the Ski slopes.
Enjoy unlimited beer and wine during an included dinner each night, as you get to know like-minded Travel Talkers before continuing into the evening to explore some of Bulgaria’s best Apres-Ski!
Sit back and take in the scenery en route to Bansko, with transits to and from Sofia International Airport included in this tour package.
Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria.ıt has rich history from Roman and Ottoman Empires. Also famous with it's night life.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Arrive at the Sofia airport and keep an eye out for Travel Talk sign, hop on your free transfer to the vibrant Bansko for a week packed with plenty of skiing/snow-boarding, endless fun and unforgettable experiences. Feel free to either rest up for this incredible week, and ski it off early in the morning, or start by discovering the lively nightlife with your new tour mates. ( Sofia to Bansko shuttle departs at 13:00 from Terminal 1 and 13:15 from Terminal 2)
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Dinner
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
It is time to gear up and hit the slopes for an action-packed day on the Balkan Mountains, sister range of the Alps. Get yourself ready for a day of snow, eat up at breakfast and gear up! You can catch the shuttle or have a short walk to the lift and start the adventure. Ski until you set the sun, then feel free to discover the lively Apres Ski in Bansko at its most famous bars. Return to the hotel for a dinner with unlimited beer/wine. Later on, put on your battle face for some high-stakes karaoke at a local venue.
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities Karaoke Party
Ski/Snowboard Tuition
Start the day with a hefty breakfast before gearing up. Remember to charge up your cameras and tag along with your guide. You’ll get to discover all the famous bits of Bansko. Roam the slopes until the afternoon as you wish. Try a glass of hot wine, but remember to always ski responsibly! Join an optional excursion to the outdoor thermal spring pools nearby and sip your cocktail by the poolside. Finish up partying after sundown and join your travel mates for a delicious dinner.
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities Ski/Snowboard Tuition
Optional Activities Outdoor Hot Springs Pool – 40 LEVA
Make the most of your last full day at Bulgaria’s premier ski resort. Ski until you drop and watch the magnificent scenery at timber mountain huts whilst sipping your hot wine under the sun. Dance in Apres ski bars with local DJs, taste the various traditional delicacies of the region, and crawl the many bars and clubs into the night. You can join an optional dinner with the group at a local Bulgarian tavern to soak in the native culture through traditional dishes and live music!
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities Ski/Snowboard Tuition
Live Music at a Local Pub
Optional Activities Dinner at Traditional Bulgarian Mexhana (Tavern) – EUR 15-25
Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, and check-out of the hotel. Keep an eye out for the return shuttle to Sofia airport (at 3pm), and have safe travels!
Meals Included Breakfast
Day 1 Sofia, Bansko
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Sofia, Bansko
Arrive at the Sofia airport and keep an eye out for Travel Talk sign, hop on your free transfer to the vibrant Bansko for a week packed with plenty of skiing/snow-boarding, endless fun and unforgettable experiences. Feel free to either rest up for this incredible week, and ski it off early in the morning, or start by discovering the lively nightlife with your new tour mates. ( Sofia to Bansko shuttle departs at 13:00 from Terminal 1 and 13:15 from Terminal 2)
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Dinner
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
Day 2 Bansko
Detailed Itinerary
Day 2 Bansko
It is time to gear up and hit the slopes for an action-packed day on the Balkan Mountains, sister range of the Alps. Get yourself ready for a day of snow, eat up at breakfast and gear up! You can catch the shuttle or have a short walk to the lift and start the adventure. Ski until you set the sun, then feel free to discover the lively Apres Ski in Bansko at its most famous bars. Return to the hotel for a dinner with unlimited beer/wine. Later on, put on your battle face for some high-stakes karaoke at a local venue.
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities Karaoke Party
Ski/Snowboard Tuition
Day 3 Bansko
Detailed Itinerary
Day 3 Bansko
Start the day with a hefty breakfast before gearing up. Remember to charge up your cameras and tag along with your guide. You’ll get to discover all the famous bits of Bansko. Roam the slopes until the afternoon as you wish. Try a glass of hot wine, but remember to always ski responsibly! Join an optional excursion to the outdoor thermal spring pools nearby and sip your cocktail by the poolside. Finish up partying after sundown and join your travel mates for a delicious dinner.
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities Ski/Snowboard Tuition
Optional Activities Outdoor Hot Springs Pool – 40 LEVA
Day 4 Bansko
Detailed Itinerary
Day 4 Bansko
Make the most of your last full day at Bulgaria’s premier ski resort. Ski until you drop and watch the magnificent scenery at timber mountain huts whilst sipping your hot wine under the sun. Dance in Apres ski bars with local DJs, taste the various traditional delicacies of the region, and crawl the many bars and clubs into the night. You can join an optional dinner with the group at a local Bulgarian tavern to soak in the native culture through traditional dishes and live music!
Accommodation
Mountain Paradise Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities Ski/Snowboard Tuition
Live Music at a Local Pub
Optional Activities Dinner at Traditional Bulgarian Mexhana (Tavern) – EUR 15-25
Day 5 Bansko, Sofia
Detailed Itinerary
Day 5 Bansko, Sofia
Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, and check-out of the hotel. Keep an eye out for the return shuttle to Sofia airport (at 3pm), and have safe travels!
4 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners including unlimited beer and wine
Ski & Board Equipment
Ski or Snowboard Boots and Poles for 3 days
Airport Transfer(s)
Arrival shuttle on day 1 at 13:00 , departure shuttle on the last day of the trip at 15:00
Tour Guiding
Services of experienced Travel Talk tour leader
Ski & Snowboard Tuition
Tuitions from ski or snowboard instructor (3 days - 2 hours per day) on beginner level
Evening Entertainment
Bansko Bar Crawl
Orientation Walk
Bansko Orientation Walk on Day 1
Free Wifi
Free wifi at hotel lobby
What is NOT included?
What is NOT included?
- Any flights not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
- Meals not stated above
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips and gestures
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary
Dates & Rates
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.
This hotel is located only 900 meters from the Gondola, Mountain Paradise Hotel offers an indoor swimming pool and a spa center with Sauna and hot tub, serves breakfast and dinner as open buffet.
Accommodation
Bansko
MOUNTAIN PARADISE
4 Star
Tour Reviews
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5/58 reviews
Accomodation 3.63
Transportation 4.38
Value for Money 5
Guide 5
Overall 5
J. Woonton
Kat and Aykut are amazing. Super helpful with recommendations. So friendly and a lot of fun! Would highly recommend them + this tour to everyone. I had a gret time.
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A. Bluck
Really well organised trip. Everything was made very clear from the beginning so we knew what would happen. Communication through the trip was great. Both tour guides were amazing and great fun. Ski instructor was great. Really patient and helpful.
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N. Bury
Aykut and Kat did an amazing job at organising the tour and running it. The ski hire company were amazing.
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C. Palmer
Everything was fantastic! Kat + Aykut do a phenomenal job, are friendly + great fun.
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J. Davey
It was a good balance of group activities and ability to do your own thing. Tour leaders were fantastic – thank you! You made everything run smoothly. Kat- it was a pleasure learning to board with you! Aykut- you are full of interestingly funny stories.
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L. Johnson
Kat was a legend helping with my broken arm. Had a great fun.
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N. Trent
Really enjoyed the trip. Relaxed and calm. The guides gave us all the info we needed – really helpful. Will definitely recommend.
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J. Spannagle
Kat was the best guide ever! She was so nice and very fun. She gave us lots of info & made the trip amazing.
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Why You’ll Love This Tour
Spend 5 days exploring the snow-covered mountain terrains of Bansko with new mates.
The Premium Package is perfect for beginner Skiers and Snowboards, with included lessons each day to get you ready to conquer the slopes!
This package also includes ski or snowboard equipment hire for the duration of your stay.
Before and after a big day on the slopes, relax while we cover the meals! Enjoy all breakfasts and dinners included in the tour package.
Stay in hand-picked, 4-star Ski Resorts in prime locations for easy access to the Ski slopes.
Enjoy unlimited beer and wine during an included dinner each night, as you get to know like-minded Travel Talkers before continuing into the evening to explore some of Bulgaria’s best Apres-Ski!
Sit back and take in the scenery en route to Bansko, with transits to and from Sofia International Airport included in this tour package.
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J. Woonton
Kat and Aykut are amazing. Super helpful with recommendations. So friendly and a lot of fun! Would highly recommend them + this tour to everyone. I had a gret time.
A. Bluck
Really well organised trip. Everything was made very clear from the beginning so we knew what would happen. Communication through the trip was great. Both tour guides were amazing and great fun. Ski instructor was great. Really patient and helpful.
N. Bury
Aykut and Kat did an amazing job at organising the tour and running it. The ski hire company were amazing.
C. Palmer
Everything was fantastic! Kat + Aykut do a phenomenal job, are friendly + great fun.
J. Davey
It was a good balance of group activities and ability to do your own thing. Tour leaders were fantastic – thank you! You made everything run smoothly. Kat- it was a pleasure learning to board with you! Aykut- you are full of interestingly funny stories.
L. Johnson
Kat was a legend helping with my broken arm. Had a great fun.
N. Trent
Really enjoyed the trip. Relaxed and calm. The guides gave us all the info we needed – really helpful. Will definitely recommend.
J. Spannagle
Kat was the best guide ever! She was so nice and very fun. She gave us lots of info & made the trip amazing.
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