The road to Bansko
Almost all of it is motorway, running south out of Sofia along the Struma valley. The last stretch leaves the motorway and climbs through Simitli and Razlog — a well-kept mountain road, but a mountain road, and in snow it is driven slowly. In normal conditions the journey is a little over two hours.
In January and February, heavy snow or drifting can add half an hour. We watch the forecast and set off earlier when it looks necessary, so that you arrive when you meant to.
We stop whenever you ask — for coffee, for air, or for a photograph of the Pirin mountains, which are worth one.
Skis, snowboards and luggage
The luggage space takes skis and snowboards. Tick the equipment in the booking form so we bring the right vehicle, and if there is anything to pay for it you will see it in the price before you send the request.
Child seats for every age. Say how many you need; the form shows how many are included.
If your flight is late
Leave the flight number in the booking and we watch the landing. Your driver waits — there is no need to find wifi at baggage reclaim and start rearranging things. He will be in the arrivals hall, which at Sofia is a single room, holding a sign with your name.
When to book
The request takes a minute and we confirm by phone or email within the hour. For flights early in the morning or late at night, and for the school holidays in February, book a few days ahead. We drive at any hour, including through the night.
About Bansko
Bansko sits at the foot of the Pirin mountains at about 900 metres, and the ski area above it reaches 2,600. The gondola starts at the edge of town, so you do not need a car once you are there. The old quarter — stone houses and mehanas, the local taverns — is walking distance from most hotels.