Borovets Ski Tour from Istanbul - Half Board - 3 Nights by Bus

About Borovets Ski Tour from Istanbul - Half Board - 3 Nights by Bus

This package tour offers a 3-night, 5-day ski program that departs from Istanbul by luxury coach and travels into the Balkans. The route passes through Kapıkule and Edirne on the way to Borovets. There are two departure dates: 27 January 2027 and 3 February 2027. Prices start at €1.030 per person; prices for children aged 2–11 start at €229. A supplement of €80 applies to guests who want a single room. There are three accommodation options: 4* Samokov Hotel (no supplement), 4* Rila Hotel (+€220 per person) and 5* Festa Winter Palace (+€340 per person). Half Board accommodation is included with all options. The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 3 nights' accommodation, professional English-speaking guide services and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visa fees and visa service charges, the international departure fee, meals not listed in the itinerary, and personal expenses are not included in the price. A detailed list of all items can be found in the “Included in the Price” and “Not Included in the Price” sections on the page.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Borovets

The journey begins by boarding a luxury coach at one of the meeting points below: 22:00 in front of Kadıköy Marriage Registry 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 Area, 02:00 Çorlu Aramgah Rest Area and 03:30 Kapıkule Border Gate. The exact times will also be provided before the tour. The coach travels with breaks along the way and reaches Kapıkule Border Gate; after passport formalities are completed, the journey continues. The route passes through Edirne. Before crossing the border, the stop in Edirne is Selimiye Mosque, which is on the UNESCO list. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Borovets

The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The program includes a tour from Borovets to Rila. After the tour, the rest of the day is free. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Borovets

The morning begins with an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. This day is set aside for an optional excursion; those who do not wish to join can enjoy free time at the hotel throughout the day. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Borovets

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. Today is also set aside for an optional excursion; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. During your free time, you can explore the ski slopes of Borovets and the surrounding mountain scenery at your own expense.

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. The route passes through Kapıkule and Edirne.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 29 January - 2 February 2027

Tour date: 5 - 9 February 2027

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

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?

Choose your accommodation when booking via WhatsApp: 4* Samokov Hotel (Borovets: Half Board, no price difference), 4* Rila Hotel (Borovets: Half Board, +€220 per person) and 5* Festa Winter Palace (Half Board, +€340 per person). Hotels included in the program: Borovets: 4* Samokov Hotel, Borovets: 4* Rila Hotel and Borovets: 5* Festa Winter Palace. A supplement of €80 applies to guests staying 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 €229 for children aged 2–11, and €109 for infants aged 0–1. Ages 12 and above are subject to adult pricing.

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.