Borovets Ski Tour from Istanbul - Bed & Breakfast - 3 Nights by Bus
About Borovets Ski Tour from Istanbul - Bed & Breakfast - 3 Nights by Bus
This package tour from Istanbul takes 3 Nights 5 Days by luxury coach and covers the Borovets route. The itinerary takes place within the Balkans. Borovets is a ski resort in the Rila Mountains, near Sofia. Accommodation is planned for 3 nights. There are 2 departure dates between January 27, 2027, and February 3, 2027. Prices start at €1.030 per person. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at €219. A €80 supplement applies for single occupancy. On day 1, you depart from Istanbul by coach and cross the Kapıkule border crossing. Day 2 is free time in Borovets, as are days 3 and 4. On day 5, you return to Istanbul. You can choose your accommodation when booking: 4* Samokov Hotel (Bed & Breakfast, no supplement) and 5* Festa Winter Palace (Bed & Breakfast, +€250 per person). The hotels on the itinerary, by city, are: Borovets: 4* Samokov Hotel and Borovets: 5* Festa Winter Palace. The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking fees, customs duties, 3 nights’ accommodation, professional Turkish-speaking guide services, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visa and visa service fees, the international departure fee, meals not listed in the itinerary, and personal expenses are not included. The full list of inclusions and exclusions is provided in the “What’s Included” and “What’s Not Included” sections of the page. Coach pick-up points: 22:00 in front of Kadıköy Marriage Registry Office Parking Lot, 22:30 next to Ziraat Bank in Mecidiyeköy, 23:00 next to Ömür Plaza in İncirli, 23:30 in front of Marmara Park in Beylikdüzü, 23:59 Selimpaşa Metro Rest Area, 02:00 Çorlu Aramgah Rest Area, and 03:30 Kapıkule Border Gate, Istanbul – Borovets. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.
Departure Dates
29 January - 2 February 2027 — €1.030 (≈₺58.800)
5 - 9 February 2027 — €1.030 (≈₺58.800)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Borovets
Meeting points: 22:00 in front of the Kadıköy Marriage Office car park, 22:30 beside Ziraat Bank in Mecidiyeköy, 23:00 beside Ömür Plaza in İncirli, 23:30 in front of Marmara Park in Beylikdüzü, 23:59 Selimpaşa Metro Rest Stop, 02:00 Çorlu Aramgah Rest Stop, and 03:30 Kapıkule Border Gate. Istanbul – Borovets. There will be breaks along the way as you travel to the Kapıkule border gate; the journey continues after passport formalities. Edirne is seen along the way. Edirne — a stop before crossing the border; Selimiye Mosque is on the UNESCO list. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 — Borovets
The day begins after an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. Rila is visited during the Borovets tour. Free time follows the program. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 — Borovets
Start the day after an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is dedicated to an optional excursion; those not participating can enjoy free time at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 — Borovets
Start the day after an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is dedicated to an optional excursion; those not participating can enjoy free time at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 — Borovets – Istanbul
After breakfast, the return journey begins, with rest stops along the way. The tour ends with arrival in Istanbul late at night. Kapıkule and Edirne are visited during the day.
Dates and Prices
Tour date: 29 January - 2 February 2027
4* Samokov Hotel BB vb. — double room per person 1.030 EUR, single room 1.110 EUR, child 219 EUR, infant 109 EUR
5* Festa Winter Palace BB vb. — double room per person 1.280 EUR, single room 1.500 EUR, child 249 EUR, infant 109 EUR
Tour date: 5 - 9 February 2027
4* Samokov Hotel BB vb. — double room per person 1.030 EUR, single room 1.110 EUR, child 219 EUR, infant 109 EUR
5* Festa Winter Palace BB vb. — double room per person 1.280 EUR, single room 1.500 EUR, child 249 EUR, infant 109 EUR
Places to Visit
Edirne
Rila
Borovets
What’s Included
Round-trip Transportation
3 Nights Accommodation at the Selected Hotel
Discount Opportunity on Ski Equipment and Snowboard Rentals
Information About the Region and Slopes
Turkish-Speaking Assistance Service
All Hotel and City Taxes
All Highway, Parking, and Customs Fees
Compulsory Travel Insurance (Professional liability insurance issued pursuant to Law No. 1618.)
What’s Not Included
****Visa service fees and any additional service charges that may arise from consulates and service providers (e.g. courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any fee increases made by these providers after the contract is concluded will be charged to the customer separately.
International departure fee (It is recommended to make the payment to banks before the travel date.)
How many days does the Borovets tour from Istanbul take?
The tour is 3 nights 5 days. Accommodation is provided for 3 nights.
Which cities does the tour cover?
The route consists of Borovets stops and proceeds within the borders of the Balkans.
What is included in the tour price?
The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 3 nights' accommodation, professional English-language guiding services, and compulsory package tour liability insurance. All inclusions are listed in the "What's Included" section on the page.
What is not included in the tour price?
Visa and visa processing fees, international departure fee, meals not specified in the itinerary, and personal expenses are not included in the price. The full list is detailed in the "Exclusions" section.
Where does the bus depart from, what are the boarding points?
Round-trip transportation is provided by luxury coach. Boarding points: 22:00 in front of Kadıköy Marriage Office parking lot, 22:30 next to Mecidiyeköy Ziraat Bank, 23:00 next to İncirli Ömür Plaza, 23:30 in front of Beylikdüzü Marmara Park, 23:59 Selimpaşa Metro Rest Stop, 02:00 Çorlu Aramgah Rest Stop and 03:30 Kapıkule Border Gate Istanbul – Borovets. The border crossing is through Kapıkule. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.
Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?
You can specify your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4* Samokov Hotel (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference) or 5* Festa Winter Palace (Bed & Breakfast, +€250 per person). Hotels in the itinerary: Borovets: 4* Samokov Hotel and Borovets: 5* Festa Winter Palace. A €80 supplement applies for guests wishing to stay in a single room.
Is a visa required, and is the fee included?
Visa and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; visa arrangements are the participant's responsibility. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: Visa service fee - Additional service charges that may arise from consulates and service providers (courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any price increases they may apply after the contract is concluded will be charged separately to the customer.
Are there child and infant rates?
Prices start from €219 for children aged 2–11, and €109 for infants aged 0–1. Ages 12 and above are subject to adult rates.
On which dates are departures available?
There are 2 departure dates between 27 January 2027 and 3 February 2027.
Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?
Yes, professional Turkish-speaking guiding service is included in the tour price. The guide accompanies the group throughout the program.