WINTER 2024/2025 PRICES in € | Adult | STUDENT (12-18) | Child (Under 12) | Child (Under 6) |
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| Gondola Only (Pedestrians) | 25 | 23 | 18 | 0.50 |
| Half Day (After 12:30am) | 43 | 38 | 23 | 0.50 |
| 1 Day | 56 | 50 | 28 | 0.50 |
| 2 Days | 110 | 98 | 54 | 1 |
| 3 Days | 163 | 145 | 80 | 2 |
| 4 Days | 217 | 193 | 105 | 2 |
| 5 Days | 270 | 240 | 130 | 3 |
6 Days | 325 | 288 | 155 | 3 |
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Affordable resort with high-altitude skiing
- Ski up to altitudes of 2,600 metres
- Over 75 kilometres of combined ski area across
Bansko has built its reputation for a reason – the skiing, culture, chalets and apres ski does not match its low price point. With one of the longest ski runs in the world, slopes fully equipped with snow cannons and a modern gondola lift system. The #1 Bulgarian resort provides reliable ski conditions throughout the entire season. But Bansko’’s flair is partly due to its beautiful cobbled streets, active co-working community and active night life and live music. Not to mention, it’s the perfect place to experience traditional Bulgarian culture.
Skiing and snowboarding in Bansko
75 km of marked piste ski runs. The highest point is Mount Vihren, at 2600m, while most of the resort is above 1700m and with 90% snow cannon coverage. The resort has a total of 21 ski slopes – six of which are designated easy ‘blue’ runs and two intermediate ‘orange’ ones. Meanwhile, advanced skiers and snowboarders can ride the 11 ‘red’ and 2 ‘black’ ones. These are all equipped with a network of 16 lifts and a gondola from the town to the main ski hub “Banderishka Polyana”. Therefore, Bansko offers a diverse choice of slopes – perfect for beginners, but with ample choice for the experienced ones.
Ski Chalets in Bansko
Based on a week’s stay. Bansko ski deals are catered. Refer to individual chalet pages for optional extras.
Chalet Diana-Ross
from £379 pp
- 10 rooms
- sleeps 25
- shared or sole occupancy
The three-time award-winning ski chalet Diana Ross is one of the best ski chalets in Bansko. Catered, spacious, with its very own ski equipment shed. Countless amenities include a sauna, outdoor hot tub, not to mention an in-chalet concierge service to help you book, plan and execute any activities you want – ski-related or not.
- Catered
- Ski Fitting & Hire
- Local Concierge
- Free Transfers
Active Discount Codes: FREEHIRE25 (Free Gear Hire)
Chalet Supreme
£2511 (chalet hire)
- 4 rooms
- sleeps 10
- sole occupancy only
10 guest private chalet for groups wanting their own space is available for sole occupancy only. Guests at Chalet Supreme have access to an outdoor hot tub, its own dining room and separate first floor lounge. Daily breakfast and a locally sourced, organic 2-course dinner on 3 nights.
- Catered
- Ski Fitting & Hire
- Local Concierge
- Free Transfers
Active Discounts: FREEHIRE 25; SUPREME1000 (£1000 off sole use booking)
Chalet Chico
from £304 pp
- 9 rooms
- sleeps 18
- shared or sole occupancy
The beautiful 9 bedroom Chalet Chico is modern, spacious and boasts its very own sauna, steam room and outdoor hot tub. Run by one of Bansko’s oldest families, the traditional style Mehana (dining room) is super cosy and full of character. One of the best value Bansko ski deals.
- Catered
- Ski Fitting & Hire
- Local Concierge
- Free Transfers
Active Discounts: FREEHIRE25
Ski Runs
- 6 blue (easy)
- 2 orange (intermediate)
- 11 red (advanced)
- 2 black (expert)
Beginner skiing in Bansko
Many Europeans start out skiing in Bansko. The good thing about this resort is that you can almost explore its entirety on blue (easy) slopes.
- Banderishka Polyana: Considered the hub of the resort, this is the place for absolute beginners. You’ll mostly find green slopes and a baby lift where you can take your first steps. If you’re taking ski lessons, it’s where you’ll be starting off.
- Ski Barge Chalin: Next to the Chaling Valog lift – a bit steeper than what Banderishka has to offer, but a great place to get going.
- Ski Road: The ski road is a blue slope that starts at Banderishka and ends in Bansko town itself. It’s a long, nearly 15km run – however, it’s considered one of the easiest in the resort. It has natural flat stops for you to rest, and easy turns to work on. Usually, skiers take the ski road at the end of their day so they can go back to town.
- Blues: Kolarski, or Slope #1 is also one of the easiest blue lines but it’s also very fun to do. After mastering it, you can try your hand on any other blue slope to take your skiing and snowboarding to the next level.
Intermediate skiing in Bansko
Bansko is a particularly suitable resort for skiers transitioning from beginner to intermediate.
- Shiligarnik Slopes: #5 and #10 are very similar, however, it’s worth mentioning that #5 boasts a 300m of steep slope that may be hard for inexperienced skiers. Try your hand on these when you feel like you’re mastered the blues. They connect the bottom of hte Plato runs with Shiligarnika.
- Plato: #3 and #11 – they both go down either side of the Plato lift. With a great view at the top, you can see the town and the surrounding mountains. These runs are some times closed if the weather is poor.
Advanced skiing in Bansko
These are a fair challenge and should not be underestimated.
- Banderitza 2: This is an considered advanced intermediate so try the top of the Banderitza 2 lift when you’re ready to transition into advanced skiing.
- Tomba: Otherwise known as #9, Tomba is where the world cup races are held. Great for fast skiing, but beware of icy terrain.
- Balkaniada: #4 is another advanced intermediate slope and it’s usually less busy than the others.
- Chalin Valog: #15 can be reached from ski road 1 or 2. Arguably the steepest slope in the entire resort.
Bansko’s snow park
The snow park sits at the Plato lift. It includes a kicker jump ramp, rails, slides, boxes and lines. A great option for winter sports tricks.
Things to Do in Bansko
Before anything, Bansko is a town. It holds rich culture and history, but is also modern in its own right. There is plenty to do outside of skiing – no matter what tickles your fancy. Below is a list of some of our favourite activities.
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is a fantastic form of winter hiking. It will allow you to explore and enjoy the stunning mountains on foot and away from the crowds. From our chalets, we arrange weekly walks for small or big groups. An easier hike to Pirin’s oldest pine tree (Baykushev’s pine to a more challenging walk in Dobrinishte – there’s an option for any mood or endurance level.
Explore Bansko’s Old Tow
Bansko’s cobbled streets are full of charm – the town is a UNESCO World Heritage site and will take you back in time to a simpler time. Most buildings are homes to locals or traditional taverns, yet there are also modern cafes, shops and restaurants to enjoy. Make sure to visit the Holy Trinity Church too!
Relax in geothermal pools
You’ll find there’s no better way to recover from heavy day of ski, snowboarding or hiking letting your body loose in a hot thermal bath. From our chalets, we can arrange trips to local hot springs known for their healing properties. Banya’s spa/restaurant ‘Izgreva’ is a must-visit if you’re into massages, great food and hot pools. Not included in our Bansko ski deals, but our team can drive you to any location per request.
Co-working
Bansko has built a reputation for being a digital nomad hub, even outside of the winter season. Freelancers and work-from-home professionals travel from all of the world to join the community. With a number of co-working spots, you can keep in touch with your work while on your holiday in a suitable and supportive environment.
Night life
All the fun to be had is not on the ski and snowboard alone. Hundreds of pubs, clubs, wineries and taverns cover Bansko’s grounds and provide an interesting variety of apres options – for any age group. We recommend tasting local beers and wine, not to mention endemic spirits like Rakia and Mastika.
Other
The nearby Rila Monastery dates back to the 10th century – one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural and historical landmarks. There are other historically significant locations in the vicinity.
Escape room, a dog shelter and much more await for those curious enough to explore Bulgaria’s best ski resort. Check out our chalet pages on page 1 to see the number of side activities our Bansko ski deals and packages include!
Ski Extras
Prices are subject to change depending on the season. Our Bansko ski deals and ski holidays include a pre-loadable ski pass, an in-house fitting service, and discounts to local shops!
We have lift passes ready and waiting for you at your chalet, saving you a job and avoiding those queues on your first day. Blank lift pass cards can be topped up easily online from the comfort of the chalet for any number of days skiing using a debit/credit card. The pass will instantly be loaded and ready to use. This is a free service and the charge will be the same as at the lift pass office. Just another advantage to staying with Snomads to provide a hassle-free holiday.
Lift passes will be charged in лв (Bulgarian lev), prices above are Euros for simplicity. All passes are valid for consecutive days only.
If you’re in need of ski or snowboard hire, we’ve got you covered. Depending on your chalet you will use our in-house rental shop or we will sort transport to one of our local partners. Taking away all the stress from getting fitted; no pre-booking, no queuing, no hassle. At our in-house shop you can even enjoy a drink whilst we sort everything for you.
Fitting
On arrival, we will get you fitted as soon as possible. Less time hanging around, more time on the mountain. For those arriving late at night, everything will be arranged first thing the following morning. During the week, if you have any queries, or fancy trying something more adventurous or specialist, our team will be happy to help. At the end of the week, just drop everything back to the chalet, nice and easy.
Servicing
We can also arrange a service of any personal equipment if required, just ask when you arrive.
Child rates apply to those under 13 years. Prices above are for Snomads in-house rental shop, partner prices and payment may vary slightly. Rental will be charged and needs to be paid in GBP (£).
WINTER 2024/2025 ADULT PRICES IN £ | 6 Days | 5 Days | 4 Days | 3 Days | 2 Days | 1 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Skis, boots & pole | £70 | £65 | £55 | £40 | £30 | £20 |
| Skis & poles | £50 | £40 | £35 | £30 | £20 | £15 |
| Snowboard & boots | £85 | £80 | £70 | £55 | £50 | £30 |
| Snowboard | £70 | £65 | £55 | £40 | £30 | £20 |
| Helmet | £25 | £20 | £15 | £15 | £10 | £5 |
Snowshoes | £50 | £40 | £35 | £30 | £25 | £20 |
WINTER 2024/2025 CHILD (U13) PRICES IN £ | 6 Days | 5 Days | 4 Days | 3 Days | 2 Days | 1 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skis, boots & poles | £45 | £40 | £35 | £30 | £20 | £15 |
| Skis & poles | £35 | £30 | £25 | £20 | £15 | £10 |
| Snowboard & boots | £70 | £65 | £55 | £40 | £30 | £20 |
| Snowboard | £45 | £40 | £35 | £30 | £20 | £15 |
| Helmet | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free |
Everyone can benefit from a lesson or two, and we can help arrange these, from beginner to advanced to backcountry guides. We only work with a couple of the highest regarded ski schools in resort, which we believe deliver three vital requirements: experienced instructors, a range of ability groups and small class sizes.
A variety of lessons are available including mixed group, private group, or one-to-one tuition. For mixed group lessons, students will be grouped with others in resort of similar ability. All lessons take place in the main ski zone at the top gondola station, so a ski pass is required. We recommend booking lessons in advance of your stay to ensure you get the best options. Please note we will simply put you in touch with our recommended partners for lessons and the booking will be made directly between you and the ski school, with all information, meeting points, times and payment arranged directly.
Lessons will be charged and need to be paid in лв (Bulgarian lev) or € (Euro). Children from 7 years can be taught in mixed group lessons for ski or snowboard. Younger children can be taught in private group lessons only.
2 HOURS EACH DAY
2024/2025 Per person PRICES IN € | 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | 5 Days | 6 Days |
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Mixed Group PP | 46 | 85 | 124 | 160 | 193 | 224 |
One-to-One PP | 95 | 190 | 285 | 380 | 475 | 570 |
Private Group of 2 PP | 68 | 130 | 190 | 246 | 299 | 348 |
Private Group of 3 PP | 56 | 108 | 158 | 205 | 251 | 294 |
Private Group of 4+ PP | 50 | 96 | 142 | 185 | 227 | 267 |
4 HOURS EACH DAY
2024/2025 PER PERSON PRICES IN € | 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | 5 Days | 6 Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mixed Group PP | 85 | 160 | 232 | 302 | 368 | 433 |
One-to-One PP | 188 | 358 | 515 | 670 | 810 | 945 |
Private Group of 2 PP | 123 | 230 | 333 | 433 | 527 | 615 |
Private Group of 3 PP | 94 | 178 | 258 | 336 | 412 | 482 |
Private Group of 4+ PP | 80 | 153 | 221 | 289 | 354 | 416 |
Bansko is situated at the eastern end of the Pirin Mountains – Bulgaria’s most snow sure and diverse range. Part of which is also recognised and protected by UNESCO. It has become Bulgaria’s largest and most modern ski area.
- One big ski zone; all easily accessed and interconnected with modern lifts.
- Voted Bulgaria’s Best Ski Resort annually since 2013 in the World Ski Awards.
- 75km of pisted runs offering something for everyone – gentle blues to challenging blacks.
- Seemingly endless off-piste. Tricky tree runs and huge open bowls.
- Skiing up to 2600m, most above 1700m and 90% snow cannon coverage means Bansko is very snow sure.
- One of the most up-to-date lift networks in Europe, with every chairlift modern and high speed.
- Numerous ski roads and tracks to practise your ski touring.
- A cross-country circuit with shooting range.
- Dedicated kindergarten slope for the little ones.
- Multiple beginner areas for those first-timers.
- Most slopes are northern facing, helping to preserve the snow.
- Park with jumps, boxes and rails.
- Men’s and Women’s FIS Ski World Cup venue.
Travel – how to get to Bansko
Bansko can be reached through Sofia and Plovdiv from most major airports in Europe. Otherwise Thessaloniki (Greece) and Skopje (North Macedonia) are also options.
Our Bansko ski deals include free Saturday return airport transfers (Sofia International Airport).
If you need help planning your trip to and from Bansko, we’d love to talk to you and help out. Reach us: hello@snomads.co.uk
Ski tours
Another major optional activity is ski touring / splitboarding. A wild freeriding experience that combines hiking with off-piste skiing for a raw powder experience like no other. Off the beaten path and official slopes, you’ll find a challenge to your endurance which will reward you with fantastic memories in Pirin National Park.
Choose between a one-day adventure or a hut-to-hut ski touring journey spanning several days.
Learn more about ski touring in the Pirin Mountains here.
This adventure is not included in our Bansko ski deals. However, it’s organized by our team and we’ll make sure to personalize it according to your skill level, group size and schedule.
Highlights
- Great ski deals & value for money
- Impressively diverse terrain
- Long ski season & consistent snow
- Rich apres
- Home to one of the longest ski runs in the world
- Modern infrastructure
Best Ski Chalet Bulgaria
World Ski Awards
2020, 2023, 2024
Traveller’s Choice
Tripadvisor
2018-2024
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Snow conditions
Average ski conditions for the Bansko ski areas
Season: December to April
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conditions:
Ski resort open
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Snomads’ Bansko Ski Deals Include:
- Return Saturday airport transfers (Sofia International)
- Locally sourced organic two-course meal on 3 nights
- Comprehensive breakfast including daily hot options
- Afternoon cake
- Daily return chalet-gondola shuttle service
- Sauna
- Outdoor Hot Tub
- Honesty bar
- Mulled wine on arrival
- Chill out lounge with retro game consoles & games
- Table Tennis
- Table Football/Fuse
- Ball
- WiFi
- Sky/TNT sports, on demand box sets and films
- Private in-chalet ski/snowboard fitting service
- Yoga mats & blocks
- Help arranging lessons & other activities
- Pre-loadable lift passes
- Dietary requirements happily catered for
- Tea, coffee & hot chocolate always available
- All towels & linen provided
- Cots, highchairs, and microwave available for those with infants
- Exclusive Snomads guest restaurant discounts
- 2 native trees planted per guest
Optional Extras:
- Direct transfer from chalet to skiing – avoid any queues!
- Trip to local geothermal mineral pools
- Board game rental
- In-chalet massages
- Handmade Snomads merchandise
- Unlimited Open Bar
- Retro Rental (outrageous 80’s onesies)
- Guide led walks
- Snow-shoeing
- Horse riding
- Skidoo/ATV
- Mountain biking
- Craft Beer tastings
- Ski Touring
- Non Saturday airport transfers
- Lessons with local ski schools – both English and Bulgarian ski teachers available