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Ankara Dynamic Grand Balkan Tour in 8 Days 9 Countries (All Tours, Dinner and Balkan Nights Included)
6 Nights 8 Days – 4* Hotels – Including Dinner
NO EXTRA TOUR – ALL INCLUSIVE !!!! KOSOVO PROGRAM
DUBROVNIK – MATKA CANYON – BLAGAJ TEKKESI – VRELO BOSNA SARAYBOSNA BOSNIAN MEATBALLS AND LOCAL RESTAURANTS WITH REAL MACEDONIAN NIGHT PROGRAMS INCLUDED WITH DIFFERENCE
The Meeting Point Journey to the Heart of the Balkans
The Meeting Point Journey to the Heart of the Balkans
The Meeting Point of Civilizations, Cultures, and Beliefs.
Date and the Meeting Point of Civilizations.
Greece - Macedonia – Kosovo – Albania – Montenegro
Croatia – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Serbia – Bulgaria
23 CITIES – 5 CAPITALS
Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola – Resen – Ohrid – Struga – Tetova - Skopje – Pristina – Prizren – Shkodra – Bar – Petrovac – Budva – Kotor – Herceg Novi – Trebinje – Dubrovnik – Mostar – Sarajevo – Belgrade – Sofia
Greece - Macedonia – Kosovo – Albania – Montenegro
Croatia – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Serbia – Bulgaria
23 CITIES – 5 CAPITALS
Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola – Resen – Ohrid – Struga – Tetova - Skopje – Pristina – Prizren – Shkodra – Bar – Petrovac – Budva – Kotor – Herceg Novi – Trebinje – Dubrovnik – Mostar – Sarajevo – Belgrade – Sofia
Tour Departure Dates :
January 24 / March 14 / March 18 / April 04 / April 11 / April 18 / April 25 / May 02 / May 09 / May 16 / May 23 / May 24 / June 06 / June 13 / June 20 / June 26 / June 27 / July 03 / July 04 / July 10 / July 11 / July 17 / July 18 / July 24 / July 25 / July 31 / August 01 / August 07 / August 08 / August 14 / August 15 / August 21 / August 22 / August 28 / August 29 / September 04 / September 05 / September 12 / September 19 / September 26 / October 03 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 07 / November 28 / December 12
Special Days :
January Semester : January 25
Ramadan Feast and April Semester : March 14 / March 18
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day : April 18
May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day : May 16
Kurban Bayramı : May 23 / May 24
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day : July 10 / July 11
August 30 Victory Day : August 28 / August 29
Kurban Bayramı : May 23 / May 24
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day : July 10 / July 11
August 30 Victory Day : August 28 / August 29
Republic Day : October 24
November Semester : November 7
November Semester : November 7
Day 1 Ankara – Kavala
On the first day of the trip, we depart from the meeting point at 14:30 from the front of the National Library, at 15:00 from the Ümitköy Bridge, and at 15:45 from Eryaman Optimum for our arrival at the İpsala border gate via Tekirdağ. After completing passport and customs procedures, we proceed via Dedeağac, Gümülcine, and İskeçe to Kavala.
Day 2 Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola (Monastir) – Resne – Ohrid
After arriving in Kavala, we take a breakfast break and enjoy the delicious Kavala cookies. After the breakfast break, we take a short photo stop at the beautiful Kavala beaches and then depart for Thessaloniki. Upon our arrival in Thessaloniki, we start our panoramic city tour. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the Kordon, White Tower, Rotunda, Fair, Thessaloniki Fortress, Ottoman and Byzantine artifacts. After visiting the house of the great leader Atatürk, who is now in the garden of the Turkish consulate, we head to Bitola. After our arrival, the Shirok Street, Bedesten, Ishak Mosque, New Mosque, and the emotional moments we will experience at the Military School where Atatürk graduated. After our visit to Bitola, we arrive in Ohrid, known as the pearl of the Balkans, via Resne, the hometown of Resneli Niyazi. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
On the first day of the trip, we depart from the meeting point at 14:30 from the front of the National Library, at 15:00 from the Ümitköy Bridge, and at 15:45 from Eryaman Optimum for our arrival at the İpsala border gate via Tekirdağ. After completing passport and customs procedures, we proceed via Dedeağac, Gümülcine, and İskeçe to Kavala.
Day 2 Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola (Monastir) – Resne – Ohrid
After arriving in Kavala, we take a breakfast break and enjoy the delicious Kavala cookies. After the breakfast break, we take a short photo stop at the beautiful Kavala beaches and then depart for Thessaloniki. Upon our arrival in Thessaloniki, we start our panoramic city tour. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the Kordon, White Tower, Rotunda, Fair, Thessaloniki Fortress, Ottoman and Byzantine artifacts. After visiting the house of the great leader Atatürk, who is now in the garden of the Turkish consulate, we head to Bitola. After our arrival, the Shirok Street, Bedesten, Ishak Mosque, New Mosque, and the emotional moments we will experience at the Military School where Atatürk graduated. After our visit to Bitola, we arrive in Ohrid, known as the pearl of the Balkans, via Resne, the hometown of Resneli Niyazi. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at a resting facility in Kavala at an additional cost.
Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost in Thessaloniki city center during free time.- You can taste all the local flavors. Guide's Suggestion: Seafood and Mezes.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Aqulina etc. – Ohrid
Currencies : Greece - Euro, Macedonia – Denar ( Average 1 Euro : 60 Denar )
Currencies : Greece - Euro, Macedonia – Denar ( Average 1 Euro : 60 Denar )
Route: Istanbul-Kavala (445 km), Kavala – Thessaloniki (136 km), Thessaloniki-Bitola (219 km), Bitola – Ohrid (70 km)
Total Distance Covered: 870 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated: 20:00 depending on customs crossing duration
Day 3 Ohrid – Sveti Naum – Tetova (Kalkandelen) – Skopje
After breakfast at the hotel, we proceed to the Ohrid tour, a Mediterranean town character among the Balkans, crossing over Mavrovo mountains. We begin our tour of Ohrid town with the Square with the Port, during which we will discuss the statues that we see and walk through the historic Ohrid houses where the Elveda Rumeli series was filmed, while seeing historical Ottoman houses, the Church of Ayasofya, and ending with the presentation of the famous Ohrid Pearl, which is the biggest symbol of Ohrid. Those who wish can participate in the Ohrid lake boat activity organized by our guide (15 EUR). After the tour, we will visit St. Naum, the birthplace of Ohrid Lake, which hosts breathtaking views. After the tour, we will head to the capital Skopje. On our route, we will visit Tetova (Kalkandelen), the country’s 3rd largest city and the region with the highest Albanian population. We will visit the Alaca Mosque and Imarethane, which are founded by two sisters. We will start our tour of this city divided by the famous Vardar River, seeing the remarkable Great Alexander statue and then passing through the Historic Skopje Stone Bridge, where we will witness how cultures change instantaneously. We will then proceed to the Skopje Turkish Bazaar, one of the best-preserved Ottoman bazaars, starting with the historical Davut Pasha Bath. After visiting Kapan Han and Murat Pasha Mosque, we will conclude our tour. After our visits, there will be one hour of free time for shopping in the Turkish Bazaar. What we commonly buy here includes Shushka pepper, Ustrumca peanuts, and shoes. After our tour, we will transfer to our hotel and check into our rooms. We will then enjoy regional dishes and music at the designated location with Makedonian Night organized by the guide (INCLUDED !!!!). Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at the distinct places offering traditional flavors during the Ohrid – Skopje route for an additional cost.
Dinner: Regional dishes and music at the designated location with Makedonian Night, INCLUDED !!!!
Accommodation: Hotel Gold etc. – Skopje
Currencies : Macedonia – Denar ( Average 1 Euro : 60 Denar )
Currencies : Macedonia – Denar ( Average 1 Euro : 60 Denar )
Route: Ohrid – Skopje (175 km)
Total Distance Covered: 170 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Tentative: 20:00
Day 4 Skopje – Prizren – Shkodra or Podgorica
After breakfast at the hotel, we will carry out a tour of the breathtaking Matka Canyon (INCLUDED !!!). Afterward, we will head to the capital of Kosovo, Pristina. Upon crossing the Kosovo border, we will pass through Pristina and the plains where the Kosovo War took place, and visit I. Sultan Murat Hüdavendigar Tomb. Then we continue to Prizren. Arrival at Prizren city, the authentic city with the highest Turkish population in the country, we will perform a city tour here. During our panoramic tour in Prizren, we will see the 17th-century Turkish Bath, Sinan Pasha Mosque built in 1615, and Prizren Fortress.After visiting, we will have free time for lunch. After gathering, we will head to Albania and leave for Podgorica. With a transit through Shkodra, we will travel to Montenegro, one of Europe's youngest states. Arrival at the accommodation point after border crossing. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
Lunch: Can be taken at the recommended facilities in Prizren, near the Shadirvan square for an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Oasis etc. – Podgorica
Currencies : Kosovo - Euro, Montenegro – Euro
Currencies : Kosovo - Euro, Montenegro – Euro
Route: Skopje – Pristina (92 km), Pristina – Prizren (85 km), Prizren – Podgorica (238 km)
Total Distance Covered: 415 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated: 20:00 depending on customs crossing duration
Day 5 Podgorica - Budva – Kotor – Dubrovnik – Trebinje or Surroundings
After breakfast, our first stop will be to see the stunning St. Stefan panoramic view, which was once a settlement area for fishermen, later purchased by a Singapore billionaire and now serves as a holiday destination for the jet set. (Depending on parking availability) We will continue along the extraordinary scenic routes along the Adriatic coast with a panoramic transition through Budva to Kotor, located in Kotor Bay. In Kotor, we will see the Old Town, Saint Tripun and Nikola Churches, and the historic Clock Tower. After our tour of Kotor, we will head to Hvar, where we will cross into Croatia and proceed for the Dubrovnik tour (INCLUDED!!!). After a short scenic journey, we will arrive in Dubrovnik, known as Ragusa in Italian, which is one of the oldest trade ports on the Adriatic, and due to its years under Venetian influence, it includes a magnificent blend of history and nature in its architecture and city structure. We will begin our tour of this beautiful city from the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town Square, seeing the City's Towers and Walls, the Church of Saint Vlah, the Duke's Palace, the statue of the famous poet Gundulic, the historical Fountain, and the pharmacy from the 14th century. Afterward, we will have free time to wander in this beautiful city's enchanting atmosphere.
After our tour, we will transfer to our hotel. Accommodation in Trebinje or its surrounding hotel. (Accommodation city may change depending on seasonal intensity)
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
After breakfast, our first stop will be to see the stunning St. Stefan panoramic view, which was once a settlement area for fishermen, later purchased by a Singapore billionaire and now serves as a holiday destination for the jet set. (Depending on parking availability) We will continue along the extraordinary scenic routes along the Adriatic coast with a panoramic transition through Budva to Kotor, located in Kotor Bay. In Kotor, we will see the Old Town, Saint Tripun and Nikola Churches, and the historic Clock Tower. After our tour of Kotor, we will head to Hvar, where we will cross into Croatia and proceed for the Dubrovnik tour (INCLUDED!!!). After a short scenic journey, we will arrive in Dubrovnik, known as Ragusa in Italian, which is one of the oldest trade ports on the Adriatic, and due to its years under Venetian influence, it includes a magnificent blend of history and nature in its architecture and city structure. We will begin our tour of this beautiful city from the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town Square, seeing the City's Towers and Walls, the Church of Saint Vlah, the Duke's Palace, the statue of the famous poet Gundulic, the historical Fountain, and the pharmacy from the 14th century. Afterward, we will have free time to wander in this beautiful city's enchanting atmosphere.
After our tour, we will transfer to our hotel. Accommodation in Trebinje or its surrounding hotel. (Accommodation city may change depending on seasonal intensity)
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost in Kotor city center during free time.- You can taste all the local flavors. Guide's Suggestion: Seafood, Mezes, Grilled dishes, Local drinks.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Leotar etc.
Currencies :Montenegro – Euro, Croatia – Euro, Bosnia and Herzegovina – Convertible Marka ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 1.95 KM )
Currencies :Montenegro – Euro, Croatia – Euro, Bosnia and Herzegovina – Convertible Marka ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 1.95 KM )
Route: Shkodra – Budva (86 km), Budva – Kotor (23 km), Kotor - Dubrovnik (90 km), Dubrovnik – Trebinje (31 km)
Total Distance Covered: 230 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated: 21:00 depending on customs crossing duration
Day 6 Trebinje or (Neum) - Blagay – Mostar – Sarajevo
After breakfast, we will head to Mostar. Before arriving in Mostar, we will conduct the Blagay tour (INCLUDED !!!). Upon arrival to Mostar, we will first see the Mostar Bridge, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture built by Architect Hayreddin in 1557. The bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery in 1992, but it was reopened in 2004 with the great contribution of the Republic of Turkey. We will walk through the old town market.After shopping at the local markets, we will travel to Sarajevo. After arriving, we will conduct a panoramic city tour in Sarajevo, which has been the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries and the place where World War I began after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in 1914. The city suffered significant destruction during the war of 1992 between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks but still preserves much of its beauty; we will conduct a panoramic tour of Sarajevo. We will stroll around the famous market, Baščaršija, which has become the symbol of this cultural city. We will start our tour by exploring the Sebil Fountain, which has become the symbol of the city and then visit Morica Han, one of the oldest coffeehouses in the city. Next, we will explore Hüsrev Bey Mosque, which is related to Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. During our tour, we will also see the Clock Tower and a famous fountain, which is a traditional ritual, and the meeting point of cultures, where a memorial with the Eternal Flame is also placed, then we will have free time. Guests wishing can take a photo of the Latin Bridge where World War I began. After our tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Afterwards, we will have Bosnian meatballs at the local restaurant designated by the guide (INCLUDED !!!!). Staying at our hotel in Sarajevo.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
After breakfast, we will head to Mostar. Before arriving in Mostar, we will conduct the Blagay tour (INCLUDED !!!). Upon arrival to Mostar, we will first see the Mostar Bridge, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture built by Architect Hayreddin in 1557. The bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery in 1992, but it was reopened in 2004 with the great contribution of the Republic of Turkey. We will walk through the old town market.After shopping at the local markets, we will travel to Sarajevo. After arriving, we will conduct a panoramic city tour in Sarajevo, which has been the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries and the place where World War I began after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in 1914. The city suffered significant destruction during the war of 1992 between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks but still preserves much of its beauty; we will conduct a panoramic tour of Sarajevo. We will stroll around the famous market, Baščaršija, which has become the symbol of this cultural city. We will start our tour by exploring the Sebil Fountain, which has become the symbol of the city and then visit Morica Han, one of the oldest coffeehouses in the city. Next, we will explore Hüsrev Bey Mosque, which is related to Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. During our tour, we will also see the Clock Tower and a famous fountain, which is a traditional ritual, and the meeting point of cultures, where a memorial with the Eternal Flame is also placed, then we will have free time. Guests wishing can take a photo of the Latin Bridge where World War I began. After our tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Afterwards, we will have Bosnian meatballs at the local restaurant designated by the guide (INCLUDED !!!!). Staying at our hotel in Sarajevo.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken in the city center of Mostar at an additional cost during free time.- You can taste all the local flavors. Guide's Suggestion: Bosnian Pastry, Onion Stuffed, Meatball, Bosnian Coffee.
Dinner: At the local restaurant with Bosnian meatballs. Included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Holiday etc. – Sarajevo
Currencies Bosnia and Herzegovina – Convertible Marka ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 1.95 KM )
Accommodation: Hotel Holiday etc. – Sarajevo
Currencies Bosnia and Herzegovina – Convertible Marka ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 1.95 KM )
Route: Trebinje – Počitelj (108 km), Počitelj – Blagay (23 km), Blagay – Mostar (12 km), Mostar – Sarajevo (126 km)
Total Distance Covered: 269 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Customs crossing time-dependent estimated arrival: 20:00
Day 7 Sarajevo – Belgrade
After breakfast, we will depart for Belgrade. Before our journey, we will conduct a tour of Vrelo Bosna, located at the foothills of Mount Igman, the largest national park in Bosnia (INCLUDED!!!). After the journey, we will start our city tour in Belgrade, the new symbol of liveliness and activity, one of the oldest cities in Europe. We will start our tour at the city's most elegant street, Knez Mihailova. Following that, we will visit the Belgrade Fortress, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded during the conquest, which was eventually achieved by Kanuni Sultan Suleyman, and the center of supply for the Ottoman fleet. Inside the fortress, we will see the Key Monument, the French Statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the Tomb of Damat Ali Pasha, the Sokullu Fountain, and the terrace area that provides the most beautiful view of the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Afterward, guests wishing can join a boat activity on the Danube and Sava rivers organized by our guide (20 EUR). After our tour, we will have free time and transfer to our hotel for accommodation.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
Day 7 Sarajevo – Belgrade
After breakfast, we will depart for Belgrade. Before our journey, we will conduct a tour of Vrelo Bosna, located at the foothills of Mount Igman, the largest national park in Bosnia (INCLUDED!!!). After the journey, we will start our city tour in Belgrade, the new symbol of liveliness and activity, one of the oldest cities in Europe. We will start our tour at the city's most elegant street, Knez Mihailova. Following that, we will visit the Belgrade Fortress, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded during the conquest, which was eventually achieved by Kanuni Sultan Suleyman, and the center of supply for the Ottoman fleet. Inside the fortress, we will see the Key Monument, the French Statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the Tomb of Damat Ali Pasha, the Sokullu Fountain, and the terrace area that provides the most beautiful view of the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Afterward, guests wishing can join a boat activity on the Danube and Sava rivers organized by our guide (20 EUR). After our tour, we will have free time and transfer to our hotel for accommodation.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
Lunch: , Will be determined at an additional cost at a resting facility during the Sarajevo – Belgrade route.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel B etc. – Belgrade
Currencies Bosnia and Herzegovina – Convertible Marka ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 1.95 KM ), Serbia – Dinar ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 115 Dinar )
Accommodation: Hotel B etc. – Belgrade
Currencies Bosnia and Herzegovina – Convertible Marka ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 1.95 KM ), Serbia – Dinar ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 115 Dinar )
Route: Sarajevo – Belgrade (284 km)
Total Distance Covered: 284 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Customs crossing time-dependent estimated arrival: 20:00
Day 8 Belgrade – Sofia – Ankara
After breakfast, we will depart for Sofia. Upon our arrival, we will start our panoramic city tour. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the largest church in the Balkans, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the National Library, Sofia University, the Old Royal Palace, the National Theater built in neoclassical style, the Archaeological Museum, the Old Sofia - Trade City, and the Rotunda Church. Afterward, we will walk around the Parliament building and enjoy a panoramic view and photo stop at Sofia Statue; we will visit the Banya Başı Mosque, which is the symbol of the city. After our visits and free time, we will proceed to Turkey. Arrival at the Kapıkule border gate in the evening for passport, customs procedures, and free shop shopping before entering Turkey. We will proceed via the Çorlu road and arrive at the starting points in Ankara for the conclusion of the program.
Day 8 Belgrade – Sofia – Ankara
After breakfast, we will depart for Sofia. Upon our arrival, we will start our panoramic city tour. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the largest church in the Balkans, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the National Library, Sofia University, the Old Royal Palace, the National Theater built in neoclassical style, the Archaeological Museum, the Old Sofia - Trade City, and the Rotunda Church. Afterward, we will walk around the Parliament building and enjoy a panoramic view and photo stop at Sofia Statue; we will visit the Banya Başı Mosque, which is the symbol of the city. After our visits and free time, we will proceed to Turkey. Arrival at the Kapıkule border gate in the evening for passport, customs procedures, and free shop shopping before entering Turkey. We will proceed via the Çorlu road and arrive at the starting points in Ankara for the conclusion of the program.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet, included in the tour price.
Lunch: , Will be taken at an additional cost during free time in Sofia.
Dinner: Will be taken at a resting facility on the Edirne-Istanbul highway at an additional cost.
Currencies Bulgaria – Lev ( Average Rate 1 Euro : 1.95 Leva )
Route: Belgrade - Sofia (393 km) Sofia - Istanbul ( 553 km)
Estimated Arrival Time in Istanbul: Depending on customs crossing duration: 02:00
- It is mandatory for our guests participating in the tour to hold a valid Multi (Multiple Entry) Schengen visa throughout the duration of the tour. (Holders of Green Passports are exempt from visa requirements.)
- It is sufficient to carry Euro for shopping and expenses in all countries included in the tour. The tour guide will assist with currency exchange in regions where local currency is used.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is also advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening.
- In our tours, we rotate seat assignments daily, and no fixed or front-seat guarantees are provided. Seat changes are organized by the coach guide.
- When entering Turkey from abroad, there is a requirement for a minimum of 3 days of accommodation to bring items (alcohol, cigarettes, etc.).
- The duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad is: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic beverage (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic beverage (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skincare Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg.
- The tour guide may make changes to the program flow as long as they show all the places mentioned in the program, depending on weather and road conditions.
- Guests who register for the tour have a right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour. If the cancellation is made less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty is applied; if it is made 20 days or less before the tour date, a 100% penalty is applied. Documents such as hospital reports and workplace permission documents from authorities in Turkey, as well as hotel and service cancellation requests abroad, are unfortunately not accepted.
- Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the tour, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
- In cases where only category information is provided without mentioning specific hotel names and/or when multiple options are available for the same destination, the hotels will be informed by Viyatravel 2 days before the tour movement.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located further than the specified kilometers. In such cases, Viyatravel will provide information 15 days before the tour's departure date.
- Triple rooms can be provided depending on hotel availability, and the bed assigned to the 3rd person in such rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are made up of folding and coach bed types, tour participants will be deemed to have accepted possible crowding in the rooms and the types of beds in child reservations. Child discounts are valid for one child of the appropriate age group staying with two adults.
- The breakfasts included in the tour program are served with a limited menu, generally comprised of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, according to the breakfast culture of the visiting country, and may be served in a separate hall designated for groups.
- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are approximately 2-3 hours long, designed for the general introduction of the cities and do not include museum, archaeological site entrance fees. Viyatravel is not responsible for the inability to conduct the mentioned tours if entry is not permitted by local authorities or if the tours become impossible due to adverse weather conditions or road closures. Some tours may be conducted using public transport or on foot where vehicle access is restricted or in closed areas.
- The waiting times at customs checkpoints crossed by road can exceed standard limits; Viyatravel is not responsible for any negative experiences arising from these waiting times.
- Extra tours are organized by local Viyatravel with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not met, the excursions cannot be conducted, or extra tour prices, content, and the vehicles to be used may vary based on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours can be changed by the guide due to the open/closed status of visiting sites and weather conditions.
- Participation in extra tours is at the discretion of the participant and is not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours during the tour are considered to have agreed to wait at a suitable resting facility along the way. These passengers will be dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and will be picked up from the point they were left after the tour ends.
- For those participating in tours by air, check-in and boarding procedures are personal matters that must be completed by the guests at the airline counters in the airports or online through the airline's websites before departure.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for passengers who do not arrive at the airport at the specified times communicated by Viyatravel, who do not complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who complete these procedures on time but fail to board the plane. Passengers who miss their flights are solely responsible for arranging new round-trip tickets and any transfer costs in the destination area.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be delays for scheduled and charter flights, or flight times may change before the current trip. Viyatravel is obligated to inform passengers of these changes as soon as possible. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport taxes and airport service fees.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified based on the number of participants as follows. The vehicle types are assigned according to the number of participants listed below.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 passengers) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 passengers) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for up to 16 passengers) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- All guests are deemed to have accepted the above-mentioned items by completing the sale of the tour.
- It is sufficient to carry Euro for shopping and expenses in all countries included in the tour. The tour guide will assist with currency exchange in regions where local currency is used.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is also advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening.
- In our tours, we rotate seat assignments daily, and no fixed or front-seat guarantees are provided. Seat changes are organized by the coach guide.
- When entering Turkey from abroad, there is a requirement for a minimum of 3 days of accommodation to bring items (alcohol, cigarettes, etc.).
- The duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad is: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic beverage (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic beverage (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skincare Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg.
- The tour guide may make changes to the program flow as long as they show all the places mentioned in the program, depending on weather and road conditions.
- Guests who register for the tour have a right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour. If the cancellation is made less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty is applied; if it is made 20 days or less before the tour date, a 100% penalty is applied. Documents such as hospital reports and workplace permission documents from authorities in Turkey, as well as hotel and service cancellation requests abroad, are unfortunately not accepted.
- Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the tour, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
- In cases where only category information is provided without mentioning specific hotel names and/or when multiple options are available for the same destination, the hotels will be informed by Viyatravel 2 days before the tour movement.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located further than the specified kilometers. In such cases, Viyatravel will provide information 15 days before the tour's departure date.
- Triple rooms can be provided depending on hotel availability, and the bed assigned to the 3rd person in such rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are made up of folding and coach bed types, tour participants will be deemed to have accepted possible crowding in the rooms and the types of beds in child reservations. Child discounts are valid for one child of the appropriate age group staying with two adults.
- The breakfasts included in the tour program are served with a limited menu, generally comprised of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, according to the breakfast culture of the visiting country, and may be served in a separate hall designated for groups.
- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are approximately 2-3 hours long, designed for the general introduction of the cities and do not include museum, archaeological site entrance fees. Viyatravel is not responsible for the inability to conduct the mentioned tours if entry is not permitted by local authorities or if the tours become impossible due to adverse weather conditions or road closures. Some tours may be conducted using public transport or on foot where vehicle access is restricted or in closed areas.
- The waiting times at customs checkpoints crossed by road can exceed standard limits; Viyatravel is not responsible for any negative experiences arising from these waiting times.
- Extra tours are organized by local Viyatravel with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not met, the excursions cannot be conducted, or extra tour prices, content, and the vehicles to be used may vary based on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours can be changed by the guide due to the open/closed status of visiting sites and weather conditions.
- Participation in extra tours is at the discretion of the participant and is not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours during the tour are considered to have agreed to wait at a suitable resting facility along the way. These passengers will be dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and will be picked up from the point they were left after the tour ends.
- For those participating in tours by air, check-in and boarding procedures are personal matters that must be completed by the guests at the airline counters in the airports or online through the airline's websites before departure.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for passengers who do not arrive at the airport at the specified times communicated by Viyatravel, who do not complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who complete these procedures on time but fail to board the plane. Passengers who miss their flights are solely responsible for arranging new round-trip tickets and any transfer costs in the destination area.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be delays for scheduled and charter flights, or flight times may change before the current trip. Viyatravel is obligated to inform passengers of these changes as soon as possible. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport taxes and airport service fees.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified based on the number of participants as follows. The vehicle types are assigned according to the number of participants listed below.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 passengers) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 passengers) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for up to 16 passengers) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- All guests are deemed to have accepted the above-mentioned items by completing the sale of the tour.
What's Included
* Transportation with Luxury Buses
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* Accommodation for a total of 6 nights with breakfast included: 1 night in Skopje, 1 night in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or surrounding areas, 1 night in Trebinje or surrounding areas, 1 night in Sarajevo, and 1 night in Belgrade.
* Four dinners taken in the hotels or restaurants in Ohrid, Podgorica, Trebinje, and Belgrade
* Local Restaurant for Macedonian Night (Balkan Night)
* Local Restaurant for Bosnian Meatballs
* Panoramic City Tours of Thessaloniki, Skopje, Tetovo, Ohrid, Kotor, Mostar, Sarajevo, Belgrade, and Sofia
* Monastery Tour
* Dubrovnik tour
* Matka Canyon Tour
* Prizren Tour
* Blagay Tour
* Vrelo Bosna Tour
* Kosovo entrance fee
* Mandatory local guiding services received in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours as specified in the program.
* Limited water service inside the vehicle
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* Accommodation for a total of 6 nights with breakfast included: 1 night in Skopje, 1 night in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or surrounding areas, 1 night in Trebinje or surrounding areas, 1 night in Sarajevo, and 1 night in Belgrade.
* Four dinners taken in the hotels or restaurants in Ohrid, Podgorica, Trebinje, and Belgrade
* Local Restaurant for Macedonian Night (Balkan Night)
* Local Restaurant for Bosnian Meatballs
* Panoramic City Tours of Thessaloniki, Skopje, Tetovo, Ohrid, Kotor, Mostar, Sarajevo, Belgrade, and Sofia
* Monastery Tour
* Dubrovnik tour
* Matka Canyon Tour
* Prizren Tour
* Blagay Tour
* Vrelo Bosna Tour
* Kosovo entrance fee
* Mandatory local guiding services received in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours as specified in the program.
* Limited water service inside the vehicle
Not Included
*Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
* Tours organized by the guide
* All personal expenses
* City tax (20 EUR per person)
* Lunches
* Beverages consumed during meals
* Tips for the driver and guide
* MULTI SCHENGEN VISA (HOLDERS OF GREEN PASSPORTS ARE EXEMPT FROM VISA).
* Foreign exit fee
* International travel health insurance
* Tours organized by the guide
* All personal expenses
* City tax (20 EUR per person)
* Lunches
* Beverages consumed during meals
* Tips for the driver and guide
* MULTI SCHENGEN VISA (HOLDERS OF GREEN PASSPORTS ARE EXEMPT FROM VISA).
* Foreign exit fee
* International travel health insurance
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