Bansko summer vacation with 2 walking tours
8 Days / 7 Nights
Bansko - hut - peak Vihren - Vlahini lakes - Muratovo lake - Bansko - Shiligarnika - Karkamski lakes - Todorini Ochi lakes - Vasilashki lakes - hut Demianica - Todorova Ornica rive
Guaranteed dates every Saturday and Sunday from May till October 2011! 204€ for 7 nights Full Board, 2 guided tours.
Bansko is not only a leading bulgarian resort, but a town of great architectural and historical value, situated at the northeastern foot of the legendary Pirin mountain (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Explore the town and the mountain with the cheapest offer on the market!
Dates: Guaranteed dates every Saturday and Sunday from May till Oct
1st tour
Bus transfer to Vihren hut. Walking tour in the valley below peak Vihren(2915m - the highest in Pirin mountain) to the most accessible lakes: The Eye and the fish lake with wonderful views to the high peaks around (Distance from the hotel to Vihren hut is about 18km).If you wish and have some experience in the mountain, you can climb on your own Vihren peak (6 hours trip from Vihren hut in both directions).
2nd tour
Bus transfer to "Shiligarnika" (Distance about 12km). Walking tour through a wonderful forest, "Karkamski" lakes, "Todorini Ochi" lakes, "Vasilashki" lakes, hut "Demianica" along "Todorova Ornica" river. Transfer to the hotel.3rd tour (without guide)
Walking tour in Bansko. You have the opportunity to visit on your own few interesting places connected with Bulgarian history of the town such as the St. Trinity church (1835), the House-museum of Neofit Rilski (born in 1793, a patriarch of the Bulgarian education and enlightenment), Velianovata house and more.Additional excursions, booked locally (not included in the price)
Full day sightseeing in Sofia
This tour will acquaint you with Sofia's most famous points of interest. First is the Alexander Nevski cathedral, followed by The Crypt, St. Sofia church, Russian church, King's palace, The Rotunda, The mosque and the Synagogue. Visit Boyana church and National history museum.
Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is an ancient town, dating back from centuries ago. Relics are well preserved and match perfectly to the new modern city. The Icon museum, The Crypt within the Memorial church - St. Aleksander Nevski - has kept an unbelievable treasure of well preserved icons. The tolerant spirit of Sofia could be felt when visiting the Eastern Orthodox church, the Islamic mosque and the Jewish Synagogue. A charming mixture between modern life and a somehow Oriental spirit coupled with extremely friendly people is an experience not to be missed.
Rila monastery
Explore Rila monastery, the biggest monastery in Bulgaria and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hidden away in the Rila Mountains, it is one of the most revered holy places in the country.
Rila monastery is a national icon for Bulgarians, and a wonderfully situated monument of the highest architectural and historic interest. It is protected under the shield of UNESCO, and contains the remarkable frescoes and wooden Cross - are historical pieces of medieval art.
Kavala
Take the advantage from the close proximity of Bansko to the southern neighbor of Bulgaria. You will have the pleasure to enjoy a wonderful drive across the Rhodope mountains to Kavala, a nice city in the northern part of Greece with nice beaches on the Aegean Sea.
Prices
May, June, September & October 2011
- 4-day package (3 overnights): 125 EUR per person, sharing a twin/double room for three overnights.
- 8-day package (7 overnights): 204 EUR per person, sharing a twin/double room for 7 overnights.
- July & August 2011
- 4-day package (3 overnights): 136 EUR per person, sharing a twin/double room for three overnights.
- 8-day package (7 overnights): 217 EUR per person, sharing a twin/double room for 7 overnights.
Prices include
- 3/7 overnights in double/twin room in Hotel Orphey, Basnko, 4*
- Breakfast, packed lunch ( sandwich, fruit, mineral water), dinner
- Welcome drink
- Free use of the swimming pool and steam bath
- Afternoon tea/coffee and cake
- Transportation from Sofia airport to Bansko and back
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2 walking tours with a guide and minibus transfer:
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- Transfer to Vihren chalet and then walking tour to the lakes above (for details see below)
- - Transfer to Katerina Hotel and then a walking tour along Damjanishka river (for details see below)
Prices do not include
Flight ticket to Bulgaria. You can book a flight to Bulgaria from any town in Europe with us as we are authorized IATA agent. Click here to book a flight.
- Sample air ticket prices for some popular destinations (these are lowest prices, please check prices for your dates):
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- London - Sofia - prices from 90 EUR - book here
- Paris - Sofia - prices from 171 EUR - book here
- Zurich - Sofia - prices from 227 EUR - book here
- Vienna - Sofia - prices from 119 EUR - book here
- Madrid - Sofia - prices from 135 EUR - book here
- Barcelona - Sofia - prices from 184 EUR - book here
- Berlin - Sofia - prices from 167 EUR - book here
- Frankfurt - Sofia - prices from 147 EUR - book here
- Rome - Sofia - prices from 142 EUR - book here
- Amsterdam - Sofia - prices from 180 EUR - book here
Remarks
The tourists have to carry small backpacks during the tours in the mountain for the lunch and some clothes. The lunch packet is prepared at the hotel.
- The transfers to the mountain and back are not more than 20-30min which allows for longer trips in the mountain.
- The programs are flexible and could be changed on tourists' demands. More transfers to different parts of the mountain can be arranged on spot (not included in the price).