DAY 1 ISTANBUL – BANSKO

Our tour begins at 22:00 in front of the Kadıköy Marriage Office, at 22:30 at Mecdiyeköy Square (in front of Bambi Cafe), at 23:00 in front of İncirli Ömür Plaza, and at 23:30 in front of Beylikdüzü Marmara Park AVM. We proceed via the highway to the Kapıkule border crossing. After approximately 3 hours of travel and completing passport and customs procedures, we enter Bulgaria and continue towards Bansko. Our journey lasts approximately 4 hours.

DAY 2 BANSKO

We arrive in Bansko in the morning, then enjoy the slopes which have a total length of 85 km with easy, medium, and difficult levels, approved for the Winter Olympics, where world champion Alberto Tomba has skied, known as the Tomba run, starting from 2600 meters. You will experience the joy of skiing on these slopes all day. Guests who do not wish to ski can benefit from the historical and natural beauties of Bansko town. Those interested may also join the extra Thermal Outdoor Pool Tour (35€). Overnight at your hotel. For those who wish, they can enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the city of Bansko.

*Note: According to international rules, room check-in is after 14:00. Our guide will provide you with detailed information about the check-in time.

DAY 3 BANSKO

After breakfast, you will again enjoy the slopes which have a total length of 85 km with easy, medium, and difficult levels, approved for the Winter Olympics, where world champion Alberto Tomba has skied, known as the Tomba run, starting from 2600 meters. You will experience the joy of skiing on these slopes all day. Guests who do not wish to ski can benefit from the historical and natural beauties of Bansko town. Those interested may also join the extra Thermal Outdoor Pool Tour (35€). Overnight at your hotel. For those who wish, they can enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the city of Bansko.

DAY 4 BANSKO

After breakfast, you will once again enjoy the slopes which have a total length of 85 km with easy, medium, and difficult levels, approved for the Winter Olympics, where world champion Alberto Tomba has skied, known as the Tomba run, starting from 2600 meters. You will experience the joy of skiing on these slopes all day. Guests who do not wish to ski can benefit from the historical and natural beauties of Bansko town. Those interested may also join the extra day trip to Sofia (60€). During our panoramic city tour of Sofia, places to be seen include: the largest church in the Balkans, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the National Library, Sofia University, the old royal palace, the neoclassical National Bulgarian Theater, the Archaeological Museum, ancient Sofia - the Serdica city, and the Rotunda Church. Afterward, we will have a panoramic view of the Sofia Statue from next to the parliament building and visit the symbolic Banya Bashi Mosque. After the visit, we will have some free time and a shopping break at Jumbo Store & Metro Market. In the evening, we will return to Bansko. Overnight at your hotel. For those who wish, they can enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the city of Bansko.

DAY 5 BANSKO – ISTANBUL

After breakfast and checking out of the rooms, we depart for Istanbul at the time specified by our guide. We continue to the border crossing via Velingrad and Pazarcik, traveling for approximately 4 hours. After completing passport and customs procedures, we will arrive in Istanbul after approximately 3 hours of travel, and our tour concludes.

3* Lina Hotel

ROOM WITH BREAKFAST

Located in the center of Bansko, 1.7 km from the Gondola, 500 meters from the town center, this warm, clean, and charming family hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a complimentary shuttle to the Gondola.

4* Royal Park SPA Hotel

ROOM WITH BREAKFAST

Located in the hotel area south of Bansko, 1.4 km from the Gondola, this modern hotel provides SPA services and has dining possibilities for dinner. Free Wi-Fi, Jacuzzi, Sauna, and Steam Room usage are available. Free shuttle to the Gondola.

4* Royal Park SPA Hotel

HALF BOARD PLUS+

Located in the hotel area south of Bansko, 1.4 km from the Gondola, this modern hotel offers SPA services, provides dinner, and the unlimited drinks and wine during meals are included. Free Wi-Fi, Jacuzzi, Sauna, and Steam Room usage are available. Free shuttle to the Gondola.