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Excursion to Bansko and Sofia

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Duration4 days
Departure2 dates ▾
TransportCoach
Starting pointConcord

Available Dates & Prices

Select departure date — price per person may vary by date.

20 February 2026 Normal price
23 February 2026 Normal price
  • Duration of Trip: 4 Days
  • Number of People: 50
  • From 20/02/26 up to 23/02/26
  • Places we will visit on the Excursion to Bansko and Sofia: Sophia - Plovdiv - Sandanski
Excursion program

1 DAYAthens - Bansko

We depart for the Excursion to Bansko and Sofia early in the morning from the center of Athens. After some intermediate stops for coffee and food we arrive at the border for the prescribed control. Let's continue our route, for our hotel unit and the country's most famous high-altitude ski resort Bansko 900 meters. It is a mountain village with 9.000 residents who are overwhelmed by millions of visitors every year. In addition to the activities, you can enjoy your coffee at the Ski Resort, the bars in combination with the impressive view of the Ski Lift. Arrival at Balkan Jewel Resort 4* and arranging the rooms. In the evening we are free to enjoy the wonderful areas of the hotel and rejuvenate in the state-of-the-art spa center free of charge. Followed by dinner and overnight stay.

2 DAYOptional full day excursion to Sofia

After our breakfast, for those who do not follow the optional excursion to Sofia, a day of relaxation follows. Enjoy the hotel's spa with free use of the indoor heated pool with jacuzzi, hammam and sauna. Those who wish can take a walk in Bansko combined with coffee, shopping or lunch. Alternatively, those who choose the Sofia excursion depart after breakfast for the capital of Bulgaria. In Sofia we will tour the former baths of the city where today the Museum of History is housed with exhibits from antiquity and the Middle Ages to the modern era. The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral which we also meet is the most famous attraction in Sofia and one of the largest churches of the Orthodox Church in the whole world since inside it receives more than 5.000 people. Next, we will visit the parliament, the Ivan Vazon National Theater to arrive at the most impressive and modern building in Sofia, the National Palace of Culture. Then, noon now, we will have plenty of time at our disposal to walk the wide pedestrianized Vitosha Avenue and main shopping street of Sofia length 2,7 kilometers full of shops, cafes and restaurants. Time for optional food and shopping and return to our hotel. Our evening free, dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.

3 DayFree day at the hotel's Spa Center - ( The Optional full-day excursion to Plovdiv - 292thousand. )

Version 1 ( Relax program at the Hotel ) )

Breakfast buffet and free day. Today we can relax and enjoy the hotel spa using the indoor heated pool with jacuzzi free of charge, the hammam and sauna but also to move for free and walk to Bansko to drink our coffee and have lunch. In the evening dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.

Version 2 ( Program Optional full-day excursion to Plovdiv )

Breakfast buffet and free day. Today we can relax and enjoy the hotel spa using the indoor heated pool with jacuzzi free of charge, the hammam and the sauna but also to walk in Bansko to drink our coffee and have lunch. Alternatively, we can follow our optional excursion to the historical Philippopolis. The old town, it is a maze of cobbled streets among Roman ruins. Among the most important attractions are the Roman Amphitheater – a panoramic view is offered from the Bunardzika hill – the Cathedral of Panagia, the Tzoumagia Mosque in the homonymous square, the aqueduct, the Roman Forum, and the church of Saints Constantine and Helen. All these constitute the cultural and artistic pole of Bulgaria which we will see through our tour. Time for lunch and a walk and in the afternoon return to our hotel. Our evening free, dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.

4 Day Bansko - Sandanski - Athens

Buffet breakfast and we leave for our return to Athens making a first stop in Sandanski with time for coffee and a walk. Here we can shop sports, clothing and more, at low prices but also to walk on the commercial pedestrian street of the city. Also, anyone who wants will have time to enjoy a bath or body treatment in a hotel, since the city is famous for these services – treatments. Then, after crossing the Bulgarian border, having intermediate stops for coffee and food we will arrive in the evening in Athens with the best impressions from the neighboring country.

Price list
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Reservation Policy

Enjoy the famous ski resort of Bansko with its wonderful slopes, rejuvenate in the modern Spa Center of our hotel 'The Balkan Jewel Resort 4* Trademark Collection by Wyndham' or follow our beautiful tours and experience the beauty and history of the country. Whatever you decide, it is certain that you will come out victorious!!!

Room Type Clear Monday
4 days

20/02/2026 – 23/02/2026
Double Room 235 €
3the person is an adult 225 €
3the person child up to 6 85 €
3the person child 7 – 12 145 €
4the person child up to 12 145 €
Single Room 310 €
  • 3 overnight stays at The Balkan Jewel Resort 4* Collection by Wyndham in Bansko
  • Breakfast and dinner daily buffet
  • Transportation – luxury coach tours
  • Free use of the indoor heated pool, of the jacuzzi, of the hammam and sauna
  • Hotel taxes
  • Tour leader
  • Guided tour of Sofia by an official guide
  • Guided tour of Plovdiv by an official guide
  • Liability insurance
  • VAT
  • Gratuities,
  • Drinks and refreshments at meals
  • The optional excursion to Sofia with a local Greek-speaking guide worth €25 per person
  • (minimum number of participants to carry out the excursion 14 individuals)
  • The optional excursion to Philippopolis with a local Greek-speaking guide worth €25 per person
  • (minimum number of participants to carry out the excursion 14 individuals)
  • Entrance fees to museums and attractions
  • That is not listed in the above schedule or listed as optional

TReservations phones: 210 3312333 – 210 6001810 ( daily 10:00-17:00 )
For seat reservations you can also stop by our office:
University 67 Mezzanine, Concord

THE DEPOSIT NUMBERS:

Piraeus Iban:GR6201721180005118108455062
Eurobank Iban: GR3202603820000580200604484
Iban National Bank:GR7501100870000008700484028
Alpha Bank Iban:GR7901409850985002002007339
Beneficiary: ATHANASIADIS I. – ANGELEAN NEK. E.E
If you wish to make a payment from another bank, your charge is +4€

As Reason in the deposit, your last name and the destination are noted: (Athanasiadis Ioannis Syros)
Your deposit to secure your seats is 40% of the total value of the package you choose.
You pay for the excursion 5 days before her departure.
When you complete your deposit if possible the receipt is sent to us at
e-mail: [email protected]

In case of seat cancellation, your deposit is fully refunded up to 14 days before the departure of the trip.
After this period, your money is not refunded or transferred to another excursion.
All participants of our tours will be informed telephone or will receive in writing sms with detailed information of the departure of their package 1 day before the excursion.

Our Hotel The Balkan Jewel Resort 4*
Frequently asked questions

Food is included in the price?

Yes 3 Mornings too 3 Buffet dinners at the hotel.

How can I make a reservation on this tour??

You can easily book the Excursion to Bansko and Sofia through our website , writing the necessary information it asks for. However, you can call us at 2103312333 and one of the representatives of our office will serve you easily and quickly.

There will be a companion for everyone during the excursion?

Yes for whatever you need!
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