BALKANS TOUR FROM BEGINNING TO END8 COUNTRIES
2026
ALL DAY TOURS AND DINNERS INCLUDED
VRELO BOSNA NATIONAL PARK - POČITELJ TOUR - SVETI NAUM TOUR - MATKA CANYON TOUR - BLAGAJ TOUR SARAJEVO BOSNIAN MEATBALLS AND AUTHENTIC MACEDONIAN PROGRAMS INCLUDED
The meeting point of Civilizations, Cultures, and Beliefs,
A Journey to the Heart of the Balkans
Historic and Civilizational Meeting Point.
Bulgaria - Serbia - Bosnia and Herzegovina - Croatia
Montenegro - Albania - Macedonia - Greece
Sofia - Belgrade - Sarajevo - Konjic - Mostar - Blagay - Počitel - Trebinje - Dubrovnik - Herceg Novi - Kotor - Budva - Shkodra - Tirana - Ohrid - Struga - Tetovo - Skopje - Thessaloniki
Tour Departure Dates:
April 19 / April 26 / May 17 / May 24 / May 31 / June 7 / June 14 / June 21 / June 28 / July 5 / July 12 / July 19 / July 26 / August 2 / August 9 / August 16 / August 23 / August 30 / September 13 / September 27 / October 11 / October 25 / November 8
Special Days:
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day: April 19
May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day: May 17
Kurban Bayramı (Feast of Sacrifice): May 24
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 12
Republic Day : October 25
November Semester: November 8
Day 1 Istanbul - Sofia
On the first day of our trip, we depart at 21:00 from Kadıköy Marriage Office, 21:30 from Mecidiyeköy Oto Ekspertiz, and at 22:00 from Incirli Ömür Plaza, and at 22:30 from Beylikdüzü Marmara Park. We proceed to Kapıkule border gate. After customs, passport and border crossing procedures, we head towards Sofia.
Day 2 Sofia - Belgrade
Early in the morning, we arrive in Sofia and start our panoramic city tour. The sites to see include St. Nedelya Church, Russian Church, Rotunda Church, Aya Sofya Church, Parliament, National Library, Old Royal Palace, Sofia University, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Presidency, Prime Ministry, and Banya Bashi Mosque. Additionally, we will have the opportunity to see the army house where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk wore the Janissary costume and attended the ball. After the tour and free time, we set off for Belgrade, the capital of Serbia.
After arriving, we start our panoramic city tour in Belgrade; we begin our tour from Knez Mihailova Street, the most elegant street in the city, which symbolizes vitality and movement, then we proceed to Belgrade Fortress, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded, but the conquest was destined for Kanuni Sultan Süleyman. We conclude our tour at the terrace area with the best view of the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, seeing the Key Monument, French statue, Istanbul Gate, Military Museum, Damat Ali Pasha Tomb, Sokullu Fountain. Guests wishing can join the boat activity in the Danube and Sava rivers organized by our guide (20 EUR). After the tour, we have free time. Accommodation will be in our hotel in Belgrade.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the rest area at an additional cost.
Lunch: In Sofia, at a Turkish Restaurant chosen by the guide, during the free time.
Dinner: Will be at our hotel or restaurant, included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Abba etc. - Belgrade
Currencies: Bulgaria - Leva (Average Rate 1 Euro: 1.95 Leva)
Route: Istanbul-Sofia (551 km), Sofia - Belgrade (392 km)
Total Distance Travelled: 943 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on customs clearance time: approx. 19:00
Day 3 Belgrade - Sarajevo - Vrelo Bosna
After breakfast, we depart for Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. After arrival, we perform a panoramic city tour in Sarajevo, which has been the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries. Sarajevo was the site where Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary was assassinated by Serbs in 1914, leading to the outbreak of World War I. The city suffered great damage during the war among Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks in 1992, but still retains much of its beauty. During our tour, we will visit the famous Baščaršija marketplace, beginning with the Sebil Fountain, which is a symbol of this cultural city, and then we will see the Morića Han. We will also visit the Husein Pasha Mosque, the clock tower, and the Eternal Flame monument, which signifies the meeting point of cultures. After this tour, we will have free time, and guests can take pictures at the Latin Bridge, where World War I began. After the tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Later, at a local restaurant chosen by the guide, we will enjoy Bosnian Meatballs (Included in Price!).
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: During the transit from Belgrade to Sarajevo, at a resting place selected by the guide it will be at an additional cost.
Dinner: At the local restaurant with Bosnian Meatballs. It is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Homestory v.b - Sarajevo
Currencies: Bosnia and Herzegovina - Convertible Mark (Average Rate 1 Euro: 1.95 KM), Serbia - Dinar (Average Rate 1 Euro: 115 Dinar)
Route: Belgrade - Sarajevo (294 km)
Total Distance Travelled: 294 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 19:00, depending on customs clearance time
Day 4 Sarajevo - Blagay - Mostar - Trebinje (Dubrovnik)
After breakfast, we head towards Mostar. Before arriving in Mostar, we visit Blagay (INCLUDED IN PRICE!!). After arriving in Mostar, we will conduct a city tour on foot, during which we will first see the Mostar Bridge (built by Architect Hayreddin in 1557, considered a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture). This bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery during the war in 1992. However, thanks to the significant contributions of the Republic of Turkey, it was reopened to the public in 2004. We will wander through the old city bazaar. After shopping at the local markets in Mostar, we head to the city of Trebinje, characterized by Ottoman features since the 15th century. First, we visit Počitelj, a historic village that has preserved its 16th-century characteristics until today, decorated with Ottoman buildings. In this authentic village, you will also encounter children who speak Turkish. (INCLUDED IN PRICE!!!) After our visit to Počitelj, we transfer to Trebinje. Accommodation can be in Trebinje or nearby areas, depending on density. Overnight at the hotel.
During our panoramic tour of Dubrovnik, which has been included in UNESCO World Heritage, we will walk through the old city square, seeing towers, magnificent walls, the Franciscan Monastery that dates back to the 14th century, and the Rector's Palace. We will transfer back to our hotel at the end of the tour.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken during free time in Mostar’s city center at an additional cost.- You can taste all the local delicacies. Guide's Recommendation: Bosnian Pie, Onion Stuffed, Meatballs, Bosnian Coffee,
Dinner: Will be at our hotel or restaurant, included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Leotar etc. - Trebinje or surroundings
Currencies Bosnia and Herzegovina - Convertible Mark (Average Rate 1 Euro: 1.95 KM)
Route: Sarajevo - Mostar (126 km), Mostar - Trebinje (116 km)
Total Distance Travelled: 242 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on road conditions: approx. 18:00
Day 5 Trebinje - Kotor - Budva - Tirana - Ohrid
After breakfast, we cross into Montenegro, one of the youngest states in the world. Our first stop is Kotor, an important historical and natural treasure and a tourist hotspot. Here in Stari Grad (Old Town - Castle), you can take a walking tour of this charming place. After our tour in Kotor, we pass through Budva and then we will stop to see the beautiful island of St. Stefan, which was once a fishermen’s settlement and is now undergoing restoration to be turned into a touristic destination. Afterwards, we will head towards Ohrid via Albania's capital Tirana. Overnight will be at our hotel in Ohrid.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken during free time in Kotor city center at an additional cost.- You can taste all the local delicacies. Guide's Recommendation: Seafood, Appetizers, Grilled Dishes, Local Drinks.
Dinner: Will be at a roadside rest area and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Village etc. - Ohrid
Currencies : Bosnia and Herzegovina - Convertible Mark (Average Rate 1 Euro: 1.95 KM), Montenegro - Euro, Macedonia - Denar (Average Rate 1 Euro: 60 Denar)
Route: Trebinje - Kotor (81 KM), Kotor - Budva (22 KM), Budva - Tirana (180 KM), Tirana - Ohrid (134 KM)
Total Distance Travelled: 417 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on customs clearance time: approx. 23:30
Day 6 Ohrid - St. Naum - Tetova (Kalkandelen) - Skopje
After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Ohrid, a Mediterranean town in the Balkans. We will start our tour of Ohrid at the Harbor Square, where we will talk about the statues, and during a walking tour in the area with historical Ohrid houses, we will present the famous Ohrid Pearl, the Aisofia Church, and the biggest symbols of the city. Guests wishing can join an Ohrid Lake boat activity organized by our guide (15 EUR). After this tour, we will visit St. Naum, which offers magnificent views. After this tour, we proceed to the capital Skopje. On our route, we will visit Tetova, the third-largest city in the country and home to a dense Albanian population. Here we will visit the colorful mosque and Imaret. We will then start our tour of Skopje, known as the Land of Statues. We will see the huge monument of Alexander the Great, and then we will cross the Stone Bridge over the Vardar River to visit the Turkish Bazaar, which is one of the best-preserved Ottoman markets in the Balkans. We will conclude our tour, followed by free time for shopping at Turkish Bazaar, where you can buy local items. We will transfer to our hotel and check in. In the evening, guests may join the Macedonian Night with local dishes and music (Included in Price!). Overnight will be at the hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken during free time in Ohrid’s city center at an additional cost.- You can taste all the local delicacies. Guide's Recommendation: Ohrid Trout, Meatballs, and Bean Stew.
Dinner: At a designated location by the guide, with local dishes and music (Included in Price!).
Accommodation: Hotel Gold v.b - Skopje
Currencies: Macedonia - Denar (Average Rate 1 Euro: 60 Denar)
Route: Ohrid - Tetova (Kalkandelen) (133 KM), Tetova - Skopje (45 KM)
Total Distance Travelled: 178 km
Hotel Check-in Time: 19:00
Day 7 Skopje - Matka Canyon - Thessaloniki - Istanbul
After breakfast, we will visit Matka Canyon, known for its breathtaking beauty (INCLUDED IN PRICE!!!). Then we will proceed to Thessaloniki. After arrival, we will start our city tour, where we will see the waterfront, the White Tower, the Rotunda, various Greek and Ottoman monuments, the largest cathedral in Greece, St. Dimitrius Cathedral, Alexander the Great statue, Hamza Bey Mosque, E. Venizelos and P. Konstantin statues, Vardar, Macedonia, Aristotle, and Eleftherios squares. We will conclude our Thessaloniki tour by visiting the birthplace of Mustapha Kemal Atatürk and then proceed to Istanbul, following the Ipekal route through İskender, Dedeağaç, and crossing the Ipsala border gate. After passport and customs procedures, we reach Tekirdağ and take place in Istanbul.
Breakfast:: Will be taken at the hotel as an open buffet and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: During free time in Thessaloniki city center at an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at a rest area on the way from Keşan to Istanbul at an additional cost.
Currencies Greece - Euro
Route: Skopje - Thessaloniki (234 km), Thessaloniki - Kavala (153 km), Kavala - Istanbul (443 km)
Total Distance Travelled: 830 km
Istanbul Arrival Time: Depending on customs clearance time: approx. 02:00