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HAVE A HOLIDAY IN THE BEST SKIING AREA IN BULGARIA
The excellent ski runs comply with the standards of FIS and are located in two main ski-centers – Chalin Valog (The peak’s hollow) (1100-1600 m. a.s.l.) and Shiligarnika (1700-2500 m. a.s.l.). They are situated at approx. 10 km distance away of the town on the northern slopes of Pirin Mountains and are easily accessible by lift starting from Bansko. The total length of the pistes is about 65 km. Several tens of snow cannons maintain the snow coverage in perfect conditions when necessary, making the ski season last longer. Variety of many different inclines and types of snow offer the best opportunities for ski enthusiasts of all levels, from the absolute beginner to the extreme high performer. Some good off-piste riding is available but local knowledge is essential to avoid the hidden dangers.
The snowboard fans can enjoy the first on the Balkans attraction park where they are allowed to build jumps suiting their taste and abilities best.
The lifts are several different types, that are built to ensure skiers with choice and comfort. These are: 8-seats Gondola, five 4- seats lifts of the latest Doppelmayer models, one 3-seats lift by Poma, 7 drags and 10 baby drags. The total length of the wire equipment in the resort is 26 kilometers. All ski equipment can be used by one chip-card. There are several monitors broadcasting live the conditions of the upper parts of the lifts, preparing people of the weather expecting them a bit higher in the mountains.
In brief:
- Altitude of the ski runs: 1100 - 2560 m
- Highest ski point: 2560 m
- Marked ski runs: 70 km
- Main slopes exposure: North
- There are 6 chair lifts, 1 gondola lift; 7 drags and 10 baby drags
- Longest ski run: 3.5 km
- The cross-country skiing course is 9 km

See a map of Bansko ski tracks here

SKI & SNOWBOARD PACKAGES IN BANSKO WINTER 09-10

SKI & SNOWBOARDING PACKAGES Season 09/10	Adults		Children (up to 12 y.o.)
	6 days	13 days	6 days	13 days
Hire of ski and poles	43	76	32	53
Hire of snowboard	68	118	-	-
Hire of ski boots	32	59	22	37
Hire of soft boots	49	94	-	-
Snowboard school (3 days, 2 hours/day)	69	-	-	-
Lift pass	125	244	73	138
Storage of private ski equipment	9	14	9	14
Full ski-pack (incl. full ski equipment, lift pass, 4 hours daily tuition + ski evening)	245	452	155	285
Learn to ski pack (for beginners) (incl. ski, ski poles, ski boots, lift pass, 4 hours daily group tuition, ski evening)	214	369	147	229
Cross country pack (ski, poles and boots, 2 hours daily tuition + ski evening)	87	155	-	-
Full snowboard pack (for intermediate/advanced) (incl. snowboard, soft boots, lift pass, 2 hours daily group tuition for 3 days, ski evening)	275	-	-	-
Learn to snowboard pack (for beginners) (incl. snowboard, soft boots, lift pass, 2 hours daily group tuition for 3 days, ski evening)	255	-	-	-

Notes:
- All prices are in Euro per pax
- These prices are valid only if you have booked a hotel through penguin.dk
- Snowboard services are provided only to clients aged 12 and over.
- Ski school provided to children aged 7 and over

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Country region:   Pirin Mountains

HOTELS

 

St. IVAN RILSKI ****

St. Ivan Rilski Hotel Spa is a newly built luxurious hotel offering panoramic views of all three surrounding mountains – Pirin, Rila, Rodopite, as well as the impressive old town of Bansko. The hotel includes 87 double rooms, all with terrace, bath, mini bar, phone, satellite TV, personal safe. At client’s disposal are also a restaurant for healthy food, 2 bars, swimming pool and exclusive Health and Sports centre offering a wide range of fitness and SPA programs. The hotel is located within 20 minutes walk to the center of Bansko and 10 minutes to the ski lifts by a free shuttle bus.

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LION ****

Hotel "Lion" offers a full range of services and amenities to provide its guests a memorable experience. 200 rooms in different room categories: single rooms, double rooms, studios and luxurious apartments, offer comfort and privacy for your stay. Each guest room features private bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer, TV, radio, mini bar and telephone. The hotel features a restaurant with a wet bar and Buffet, where guests can enjoy the Bulgarian and European cuisine. A piano bar with 90 seats offering top of the line entertainment, a fun casual atmosphere is available to guests of the hotel.

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IDA ***

"Ida Hotel" is awarded with three stars and is situated 15 minutes from the main Gondola station and 10 minutes from the center. It was built in the typical style of the town and offers traditional Bulgarian cuisine. Nevertheless, it also incorporates a modern atmosphere with its summer bar and spacious pool, sauna and fitness center. For the comfort of its guests the hotel has supplied its rooms with all the facilities tourists might need - cable TV, fridge, Internet access. The hotel has restaurant, bar, summer garden, sauna, barbecue, swimming pool, and fitness center.

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HADZHI GEORGI ***

This cosy family hotel is located just five minutes walk from the centre of the town and 2 minutes walk to the start of the cabin lift. "Hadzhi Georgy" consists of two pleasant buildings, housing also massage room, sauna and ski wardrobe. All rooms are furnished in traditional Bulgarian style equipped with private toilet/shower and cable TV. There is also long tradition behind the folk tavern with fireplace to warm your bones after a day on the slopes, offering typical Bulgarian and Macedonian dishes.

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ELINOR ***

Elinor is a cozy family-run hotel located in the heart of Bansko. It has 12 twin and 4 double rooms, all equipped with satellite TV, phone, WC/bath, hair-drier, mini bar, private terrace etc. There is a restaurant and private parking for the guests of the hotel. Safe, ski storage, sauna, Internet access, massage and fitness center are among the services, offered to the clients of Elinor, but above all stands the warm hospitality of the owners, giving you a holiday to remember. The hotel is some 5 min walk from the central parts of Bansko and 10 min drive to the Gondola lift. A free shuttle bus to the lift is at client’s disposal.

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BARYAKOV ***

Comfortable and cozy hotel situated only 150m from the Gondola lift station and 10 min walk to the city centre. It has 4 luxury and 18 twin rooms, lobby bar, sauna, ski storage. All rooms are equipped with satellite TV, minibar, fridge, WC/shower and phone.

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Accomodation and food:   Check the pricelist for the hotel accommodation in Bansko for details.

Price of extra services:   for transfers to the resort and back and/or rent a car services please check for details on our website.

Included in the price:   Check the pricelist for the hotel accommodation in Bansko for details.

Practical information:    For low-cost flights to Bulgaria please check: Wizz Air - http://wizzair.com/; Sky Europe - http://www1.skyeurope.com/; Easy Jet - http://www.easyjet.com/; Germanwings - http://www.germanwings.com/; My Air - http://www.myair.com/; Penguin Travel – http://www.flybulgarien.dk/; Norwegian Air Shuttle - http://www.norwegian.no/

Links to additional information:   
http://ski-bg.com/
http://www.transferbulgaria.com
http://www.bulgariacarrent.com

Vacation Extensions:
Winter Birding Tour "Red-breasted Goose" (Bulgaria)