International tour4 nights, 6 days

Bulgaria Bansko Ski Tour

A four-night ski holiday in Bansko, at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, reached by coach.

Duration: 4 nights with hotel accommodation, 6 days (outward journey overnight by coach)
Tour type: International tour · Bulgaria
Departure: Istanbul
Route: Newly added programme

Get a quote for this tour Ask on WhatsApp Call

The price is prepared according to your dates, group size and preferences.

A pine forest at the foot of snowy peaks

About the tour

You leave Istanbul by coach in the evening, cross the border at Kapıkule during the night and arrive in Bansko in the morning. A gondola takes you from the town up to the ski area.

You ski freely throughout your stay; if you wish, you can join an optional Sofia tour or a trip to a thermal spa. A Schengen visa is required for Bulgaria.

Send us your dates and group size for Bansko and we will tailor the programme to your group.

Get a quote for this tour WhatsApp

Tour programme

The day-by-day itinerary below is a sample programme; the final programme is shared with the quote, together with dates and flights.

Evening departure by coach from the pick-up points in Istanbul, crossing the border at Kapıkule during the night and entering Bulgaria.

Morning arrival in Bansko, free time for equipment hire, hotel check-in and free skiing.

After breakfast, free skiing all day; for those who wish, an optional trip to a thermal spa (extra).

Free skiing or an optional day trip to Sofia (Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the city centre; extra).

Free skiing all day or free time in Bansko's old town.

Breakfast and check-out, return to Istanbul via Kapitan Andreevo–Kapıkule.

This is a sample programme. Ski days depend on snow and piste conditions, and travel times on the date; both are confirmed with the quote. Transport: return coach from Istanbul via the Kapıkule border crossing

Places to see

Bulgaria

Bansko
Set at about 925 metres at the foot of the Pirin Mountains in south-western Bulgaria, the town is about 160 km from Sofia. A gondola line opened in 2003 takes you from the town up to the ski area.
Pirin National Park
Added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983, the park is a mountainous area with more than 70 glacial lakes, waterfalls and coniferous forests. The Bansko ski area borders the park; when the boundaries were revised in 2010, the ski areas were left outside the heritage site.

Photos

What's covered and notes

Included in the programme

The catalogue has no separate list of included services for this tour. The scope of transport, accommodation, guiding and meals is set out in writing in the quote.

Good to know

This route is not in the 2026–2027 edition of the catalogue; it is a newly added programme.
Ski passes, equipment hire and ski lessons are usually not included in the tour price; what is included is stated in writing in the quote.
The price is prepared according to your dates, group size and preferences, and is sent to you in writing together with the included services.

Who is it for?

Friends and associationsTransport and programme planning from a single source for large groups.
Young peopleA lively, social experience for high school and university groups.
FamiliesA programme that participants of all ages can enjoy together.
Corporate groupsSuitable for team trips, incentive programmes and company events.

Practical information

Best time to go

December – March (until mid-April, depending on snow)

Country information
Country	Visa (Turkish citizens)	Currency	Time difference	Language
Bulgaria	Bulgaria has been a full member of Schengen since 1 January 2025; Turkish citizens holding an ordinary (burgundy) passport must obtain a Schengen (type C) visa. As the rules may change, check with the consulate or competent authority before you travel.	Euro (EUR): Bulgaria adopted the euro on 1 January 2026	1 hour behind Türkiye in winter (Bulgaria is UTC+2, UTC+3 in summer time)	Bulgarian

Visa and entry requirements may change; check the current situation with the relevant consulate before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

Can non-skiers join this tour?

Yes. Most ski resorts have slopes suitable for beginners and ski/snowboard schools. Lessons, equipment and ski passes are generally not included in the tour price and are purchased separately; those who do not want to ski can spend their time on snow walks, sledging or local sightseeing.

Do I need to bring my own ski equipment?

It is not required; ski resorts have rental points for skis, snowboards, poles, boots and helmets. Rental equipment is usually not included in the tour. We recommend bringing personal clothing such as a waterproof jacket and trousers, gloves, thermal underwear, a hat and sunglasses.

Is snowfall guaranteed?

No. The amount of snow and the opening and closing dates of the slopes vary each year depending on the weather; although some resorts support this with artificial snowmaking, natural snowfall is the deciding factor. We recommend following the resort's current snow and slope conditions before you travel.

Do I need a visa?

Visa and passport requirements vary by country, passport type and date. The country table on this page shows the general situation; we share the current requirements at the quote stage.

When is the best time for Bansko?

December – March (until mid-April, depending on snow)

What is included in the price?

What is covered for transport, guiding, admission fees and meals is stated in writing in the quote, according to your dates, group size and preferences. Services marked as extras in the catalogue are charged separately.

Sources for the information on this page (4)

Get a quote

Request a quote for Bansko

Tell us your dates, group size and, if applicable, your school or organisation details, and we will prepare the programme and price for your group and get back to you.

TÜRSAB member

Travel agency with licence number A-12881, since 2012

International Tours