With a population of 9 232, Bansko is a must-see destination in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bansko to see all of its attractions.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bansko in July, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 42 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bansko, with an average rainfall of 19 mm.
Although Bansko doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sofia Airport (SOF), which is located 95 km from Bansko. The shortest flight to Bansko from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 16h 30m.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bansko, including Union Ivkoni, City Lines and Vip Arda Tur. From Thessaloniki, the bus ride to Bansko takes 475 km and will cost you around ₹ 3,503. From Burgas, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,585 for a journey of 483 km.
From 5-star hotels such as the Premier Luxury Mountain Resort to great affordable options like the Rahoff hotel, Bansko offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 4,462 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 19,095 and up for a 5-star experience.