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Resort facts
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Resort Height
936m (3,070ft)
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Transfer time
Sofia 3 hrs
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Typical costs
· small draught beer 70p · bottle of house wine £4 · glass of coke 90p · cup of tea/coffee 90p · sandwich £2
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Fly from
Gatwick, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester
Good for...
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Advanced Ski Rating
2
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Intermediates Ski Rating
3
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Beginners Ski Rating
4
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Snowboarding Rating
3
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So what's it like?
A traditional Bulgarian town and a superb ski resort all in one
The resort of Bansko, lies at the foot of Vihrin, the highest mountain in the Pirin range. This rapidly expanding resort, has retained its traditional spirit whilst developing into a fine ski resort, providing excellent skiing for beginners and intermediates plus great value for money. A number of hotels offer great facilities for après-ski relaxation and there are plenty of restaurants, bars and clubs, offering a vibrant nightlife.
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2 for 1 lift pass
Book today and get on the slopes for less. Buy one lift pass and get another one free when you book your ski holiday.
Excludes certain departure dates, see terms and conditions for details.
Ski information
Beginners
First-time skiers will find Bankso has plenty to offer. From the excellent tuition by some of Bulgaria's best English speaking instructors, to the numerous well-groomed runs, Bansko is the ideal place to learn to ski.
Intermediates
There is an excellent choice of blue and red runs, all joined by a network of mostly chair and some drag lifts. For improver skiers, the Bansko ski school offer excellent tuition.
Advanced
A regular host to off-piste competitions, Bansko is known for its extreme terrain and off-piste skiing. In addition, some of the red runs and the 'Alberto Tomba' black run offer advanced skiers plenty of challenges in the main ski area.
Nightlife
Plenty of lively bars and nightclubs. Try: · Happy End · The Irish Bar · joining our resort team on a tour of the best bars in town
Activities
Ice skating, swimming pool, bowling, cross country skiing, skidooing
Eating out
Almost 100 restaurants or "Mehanas" offering a variety of Bulgarian and international cuisine · 3-course meal from around £11 · Pizzas from £4.50 · Coffee and tea from 90p · Bottle of beer from £1.30
Other amenities
Bansko is not only a ski resort but a thriving town too. There are plenty of shops to explore as well as historic sights and monuments such as the famous local church of St. Trinity.
Private Transfer
From Sofia
One-way (arrival) from £39 pp.
Return from £78 pp.Families
Junior Ski club (4-7 years)
9.00-16.30 - Your children will enjoy 1-2 hrs play in the snow including learning the basics of skiing followed by lunch and more play. Includes lift pass, badge, pencil case and pictures to colour-in. The Junior Ski Club is convenient for skiing parents as it is located right by the slopes, at top of the gondola lift.
Book locally. Prices start from £35 for 1 day. Timetable and prices are approximate and subject to change.Snow Savers for the winter 2011/12 season
For season 11/12:
Early booking offers for season 12/13:
Ski pack offer - Buy an adult first time ski, first time board, intermediate ski or intermediate board packages and one child 2-7yrs will receive FREE ski kindergarten or one child 7-12yrs will receive FREE ski tuition (valid on departures between 24/12 - 10/3)
2-4-1 lift pass offer - buy one, get one FREE.
Ski pack offer - Book 2 adult First time or Improver ski or board packages and one child 2-12yrs will receive the same ski pack for FREE or a FREE ski kindergarten place. Book season 12/13 offers by 31/07/12, offers cannot be combined. -
Our best deals to Bansko
Looking for the cheapest date/price combo? We've done the searching so you don't have to...
| Leaves | From | To | Board | Price | |
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| Sat 23 February 2013 | London Gatwick | Bansko in Bulgaria | Bed and breakfast |
£408 based on 4 sharing |
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| Sat 2 March 2013 | London Gatwick | Bansko in Bulgaria | Half board |
£412 based on 4 sharing |
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| Sat 19 January 2013 | London Gatwick | Bansko in Bulgaria | Bed and breakfast |
£427 based on 4 sharing |
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| Sat 19 January 2013 | London Gatwick | Bansko in Bulgaria | Half board |
£431 based on 4 sharing |
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| Sat 23 February 2013 | London Gatwick | Bansko in Bulgaria | Half board |
£537 based on 4 sharing |