Excursions, Tours & Transfers...

From picturesque villages and ancient towns or vibrant cities our excursions have something for everyone. We can offer you transfers and drop-offs or guided tours showing you the best of Bulgarian culture.

Mountains, lakes and Monasteries or just treat yourself with a shopping trip to our famous towns and cities. We offer Buggy Safari’s and even train rides to Velingrad through spectacular scenery.

• Melnik, Repite & Rojen Monastery
• Rila Monastery
• Plovdiv
• Kavala / Greece
• Belitsa Bear Rescue Park
• Dobrinitse Mineral Swimming Pool
• Dobrinishte-Bezbog
• Hut Vihren
• Horse Riding
• Fishing Farm
• Sandanski Shopping
• White Water Rafting
• Ikea all day shopping
• Metro 1/2 day shopping
• Go Karting
• Sofia / Bansko Resort Transfers

Melnik, Repite & Rojen Monastery (all day guided tour)

Melnik is an architectural reserve and 96 of its buildings are cultural monuments. With a population of 385, it is the smallest town in Bulgaria, retaining its city status today for historical reasons. Melnik is popular with traditional Bulgarian wine cellars.

Rila Monastery (all day guided tour)

The Monastery of Saint John of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. Founded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria's most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments.

Plovdiv (all day cultural, guided tour)

Plovdiv is the second-largest city in Bulgaria. It is the largest and most important city in Northern Thrace and the wider international historical region of Thrace. The city is an important economic, transport, cultural and educational centre. During the trip you will visit the old town, the amphitheatre and the lovely centre.

Kavala/Greece (all day tour to the beach)

Kavala is the second largest city in northern Greece. It is situated on the Bay of Kavala, across from the island of Thasos. Enjoy your time under the sun.

Bear Park (Belitsa, the Dancing Bear Rehabilitation Park)

The Dancing Bears Rehabilitation Park Belitsa is located in an idyllic region some 30km from Bansko, covered with forests, glades and natural waters.

Dobrinishte Mineral Swimming Pool

The largest mineral swim pool complex in Bansko Municipality. It is located in the town of Dobrinishte, 10 min. drive. The mineral water in Dobrinishte is hyper thermal, sulphate, sodium, fluorine and solicit. The Olympic size pool combines the pleasure of having a bath with curative influence of mineral water.

Dobrinishte-Bezbog (All day tour)

Dobrinishte is a village located 7 km next to Bansko. Bezbog is one of the most picturesque mountain peaks in Bulgaria. The group is left at the chair lift which goes high in the mountains to the peak. The group will be picked up after 4 or more hours on request. This tour is not guided.

Mountain Hut Vhiren (All day guided tour)

This guided trip high in the mountains will take you to the beautiful glacier lakes and the oldest tree in Bulgaria, one of the oldest in the world (1300 years) - Baikushev white fir. Vhiren is the highest peak of Pirin Mountains, reaching 2914 m, it is Bulgaria's second and the Balkans' third highest, after Musala and Mount Olympus.

Horse Riding (Transport only)

You can experience the pleasures of 'riding trial' through the forest and open pastures.
Add 10 Euro for one hour horse ride.

Fishing Farm (transport only)

For a special price we can arrange one hour fishing, lunch or dinner on a special menu: 3 glasses (half litre) of white or red wine, 2 beers, trout soup, bread, fresh trout with boiled potatoes.

Sandanski Shopping (Full day shopping tour)

Sandanski Mall, the first multi-use shopping and entertainment centre in the town, opened in April 2008. The three-storey building includes also a hotel, given that Sandanski is a popular tourist destination, which attracts one million people every year. The total built-up area of the mall is 4090 sq m, featuring a supermarket, restaurant, night-club and 29 stores.

White Water Rafting (Transport Only)

Return Transfer to the White Water Rafting Centre on the Struma River. (See our activity pages for all inclusive excursions)

IKEA all day shopping

IKEA – Thessaloniki is 250 km away from Bansko, about 4 hours drive.
Store Hours:
Monday - Friday 10.00 - 21.00
Saturday 10.00 - 20.00

Metro 1/2 day shopping

Half day shopping trip to METRO Blagoevgrad, about 35mins drive from Bansko.

Go Karting (Transport Only)

Return transfer to the Go-Kart Racing Circuit in Blagoevgrad, about 35mins drive from Bansko.