School ski trips to Bansko, Bulgaria
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Resort facts
| Top piste altitude: | 2600m |
| Vertical drop: | 1630m |
| Glacier: | False |
| Total piste: | 70km |
| No lifts: | 26 |
| Artificial snow: | 80%km |
| Longest run: | 16km |
| Beginner: | 0 Green 16 Blue |
| Intermediate: | 7 Red |
| Advanced: | 2 Black |
| Bowling: | Yes |
| Ice skating: | Yes |
| Swimming: | Yes |
Bulgaria's #1 ski resort
Located at the foot of the beautiful Pirin Mountains, Bansko is a traditional Bulgarian town that has recently developed into a superb ski centre. This rapidly expanding resort has a mixture of old world charm, some fantastic modern hotels and breathtaking views, making it an excellent choice for your ski holiday.
Bansko is a charming, traditional Bulgarian town that is rapidly developing into a fantastic ski resort. Since 2002 there has been a massive investment project to transform this area into a top European resort. Thirty million Euros has been spent so far and the results are really starting to show with new lifts, improved snow making and a much increased ski area. Offering Alpine quality at Bulgarian prices, it is little wonder that Bansko is really growing in popularity.
The season here is long running from December to May and snow coverage tends to be excellent. Over 80% of the slopes now have snow cannon coverage and piste maintenance is first class.
First time skiers will find Bansko has lots to offer and the local ski schools provide excellent tuition. There are numerous well-groomed runs which are ideal for beginners to build confidence and practice their turns. Intermediates can also have plenty of fun on the good choice of blue and red runs which are all joined by a system of chair and drag lifts. The longest run here is an incredible 16km from the top of Todorka Peak, at the highest point of the area, all the way to the base station of the gondola lift at the outskirts of town and the last 7km of the run are floodlit. It's fairly gentle so confident novices should be able to manage it by the end of the week.
Bansko has a reputation for extreme skiing and some of the red runs and the Alberto Tomba black run offer advanced skiers plenty of challenges in the main area.
The town is a unique mix of old traditions and modern style. The town centre is a listed World Heritage site and groups can enjoy wandering the cobbled streets and visiting the museums and the old Clock Tower. This is also Bulgaria's number one resort for après ski so there is a full range of activities on offer including an ice rink and bowling alley as well as a wide selection of bars and restaurants.
What is included?
- Return travel, and airport transfers where applicable
- Full board accommodation
- Skiing including lift pass and 24 hours of ski lessons
- Ski, boot and pole hire
- Group leaders allowance
- Group Leader’s family discount
- Full “in house” après ski programme in most hotels
- Detailed Information Pack including ski video/DVD and parents evening presentation
- Winter Sports Travel & Medical Insurance , Piste Closure Insurance, Ski Breakage Insurance
- VAT
- In resort representation service
- 24 hour emergency contact assistance from the UK
Examples of accomodation
Hotel Bansko
The excellent 4 star Hotel Bansko is modern, well positioned and has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, among the best in our Winter programme. Loca more...
Hotel Iceberg
The brand new Hotel Iceberg is a modern 3 storey building built in the traditional Banski style. There are a total of 32 rooms and 2 apartments. All o more...
Sample itinerary
Please note this is a sample itinerary only and may vary according to requirements and availability.
Saturday
:: Flight out:: Transfer from airport and fly back to UK
Sunday
:: Equipment collection and fitting:: Evaluation
:: Ski-lesson 10.00-12.00
:: Lunch
:: Ski-lesson 13.00-15.00
:: Board games
:: Dinner
:: Film
Monday
:: Ski-lesson 10.00-12.00:: Lunch
:: Ski-lesson 13.00-15.00
:: Dinner
:: Poly Bagging
:: Bowling
Tuesday
:: Ski-lesson 10.00-12.00:: Lunch
:: Ski-lesson 13.00-15.00
:: Football on snow
:: Dinner
:: Disco
Wednesday
:: Ski-lesson 10.00-12.00:: Lunch
:: Ski-lesson 13.00-15.00
:: Quiz
:: Dinner
:: Ice-rink
Thursday
:: Ski-lesson 10.00-12.00:: Lunch
:: Ski-lesson 13.00-15.00
:: pool/table football contest
:: Dinner
:: Swimming-pool
Friday
:: Ski-lesson 10.00-12.00:: Lunch
:: Ski-lesson 13.00-15.00
:: Snow walk
:: Dinner
:: Presentation Evening
Saturday
:: Transfer to airport and fly back to UK
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