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Escape to the winter and go ski-ing

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Christian Knightly Tel 01440 705556

The Pirin/Rhodope Mountains region

The Bansko mountain resort is situated in South-western Bulgaria at the foothills of one of the most beautiful Bulgarian mountains - Pirin, which is a National Reserve, included in the UNESCO World Heritage site. The skiing conditions are excellent with the Pirin Mountain having predominantly Alpine character with 3 peaks towering above 2900m. The slopes offer runs for all types of skier from novice to expert. There are 14 pistes totalling 65km including a 16km run plus cross country and off piste skiing. The Bansko Ski School is a very good one with ski classes in 5 difficulty levels and children above the age of 6 can attend ski school.

Bansko / Vihren Complex area

Bansko is not only a great ski resort, but it is the host of traditional Summer Jazz Festival, Bulgarian Folk Festival and many other cultural events during the summer making this the ideal summer holiday for those who prefer much more than lazing around.

Few countries can rival Bulgaria's superb mountain scenery. In summer hiking is popular and Bansko's natural beauty and the rich diversity of fauna and flora is a natural asset. Local companies can organise trips in the mountains e.g. white water rafting, canoeing or paragliding but for those who just want to wander around the old town and soak up the national heritage this is a perfect place with museums, local monuments and narrow cobbled streets where you can explore and buy souvenirs from local shops or just relax in one of the local bars or cafe's. 

How to get there

* Fly to Sofia - Bansko is 160km from the airport
* Non-direct budget flights available from Wizzair.com flying from Luton Airport
* Direct budget flights available from www.bulgaria-air.co.uk
* Car hire is available from www.bulgariacarrent.com or www.rentacarbulgaria.com. It costs approximately £14 per day including unlimited miles and full insurance. Both companies also offer a cheap chauffeur driven transfer service for those not wishing to drive. .
* We can also arrange inexpensive transfers (approx £35 / person return)
* There is a regular public bus service from Sofia to Bansko (3hrs)
* There are many car hire companies operating from Sofia together with local taxi's operating to / from Sofia Airport.

Activities near Bansko

Facilities

Further details indoors:

The apartment is situated on the 2nd floor of the complex with a balcony overlooking the Pirin Mountains. The interior furnishings include a double leather corner sofa bed, two single beds, breakfast bar with seating for 4 persons and a fully operational kitchen for those who prefer a cosy night in.

Conditions

Pets - No; Smoking - Yes (although outside on balcony would be preferred); Deposit - A 20% non-refundable deposit is required on your booking, full payment is required 8 weeks prior to start of rental period. You will be met at the complex on arrival for key handover.

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Prices listed are per property per week

Note: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.