All Tours and Outlets Included Big Italy Greece Balkan Tour - Bursa

Per Person 679 €
Tour detail
                              BIG ITALY - GREECE - BALKANS TOUR
                   7 Nights – 9 Days
                    ALL CITY TOURS and DESIGNER OUTLET INCLUDED
                 NO EXTRA TOURS
                 Thessaloniki – Parga - Igoumenitsa – Naples – Rome – Siena - Florence – Pisa 
       Servalle Designer Outlet - Venice – Milan – Como Lake – Sirmione – Garda - Ljubljana - Belgrade - Sofia    

 
Departure Dates :
January 23 / March 14 / April 17 / April 24 / May 15 / May 22 / May 23 / June 5 / June 12 / June 19 / June 26 / June 27 / July 3 / July 4 / July 10 / July 11 / July 17 / July 18 / July 24 / July 25 / July 31 / August 1 / August 7 / August 8 / August 14 / August 15 / August 21 / August 22 / August 28 / August 29 / September 4 / September 11 / September 18 / September 25 / October 2 / October 9 / October 16 / October 23 / October 30 / November 6 / November 7
 

Special Days :
January Semester : January 23
April Semester and Ramadan Feast : April 14
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day : April 17
May 19 Youth and Sports Day : May 15
Eid al-Adha :  May 22 / May 23
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day : July 10 / July 11  
Republic Day : October 23
November Semester : November 6 / November 7


Day 1 : Bursa – Thessaloniki
Our tour begins with departure at 16:30 from Bursa Nilüfer Migros front, passing through Tekirdağ to İpsala.

 
Day 2 : Thessaloniki – Parga - Igoumenitsa
 After customs and passport procedures, entering Greece. Arriving in Dedeağaç, Gümülcüne, and İskeçe, then reaching Thessaloniki. Thessaloniki City Tour includes Kordon, White Tower, Rotunda, Trade Fair Square, Ottoman and Byzantine landmarks, Saint Demetrios Cathedral, and the statue of Alexander the Great. At the end of the city tour, we visit Atatürk's house. Then, a short rest in the cafes of Thessaloniki on the famous Kordon promenade, where we taste Greece’s famous coffee, Frappe. Free time in the city. Meeting at the specified time by our guide and departure to Parga. Parga, the town where Pargalı Ibrahim Pasha, Grand Vizier of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, was born. Walking tour of Parga with its narrow streets and preserved Ottoman architecture. Free time before moving to Igoumenitsa Port after customs procedures, where our group will be assigned seats. Departing at 23:30 by ferry.
Breakfast:: Extra breakfast at a rest stop in Kavala.
Lunch: Free time in Thessaloniki city center, options available at extra charge.
Dinner: Free time in Igoumenitsa, options available at extra charge.
Currency : Greece - Euro
Route: İstanbul-Kavala (445 km), Kavala – Thessaloniki (136 km) ,  Thessaloniki-Igoumenitsa(323 km)
Total Distance: 904 km
Day 3 : Bari (Brindisi) – Naples – Rome
Arriving in Italy’s port city, either Bari or Brindisi, by 09:30 local time, then departing for Naples by bus. After arrival, a panoramic Naples city tour. During the tour, see Plebiscito Square, the 17th-century Royal Palace, Castel Nuovo, Piazza San Pietro, and Pantheon, as well as the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, the shopping gallery I. Umberto, the San Carlo Opera House from 1737, and the Naples Port. Following the tour and free time, transfer to Rome, the capital of Italy. Check-in at the hotel and free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast:: Extra purchased on the ship.
Lunch: Free time in Naples city center, options at extra charge.
Dinner: Free time in Rome city center, options at extra charge.
Currency : Italy - Euro
Route: Bari-Napoli (265 km), Napoli – Bari (225 km)
Total Distance: 490 km
Check-in Time:: Approximately 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
 
Day 4 : Rome
After breakfast, we will do the Rome City Tour. The sights include Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica, and Bernini's design, Piazza Venezia, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trajan's Market, Circus Maximus, the square where Mussolini addressed the public, the Vittoriano Monument, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps. Free time in the city. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast:: Included at the hotel.
Lunch: Free time in Rome city center, options at extra charge.
Dinner: Free time in Rome city center, options at extra charge.
Currency : Italy - Euro
Route: Rome (20 km)
Total Distance Covered: 20 km
Check-in Time:: Approximately 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
 
Day 5 : Rome – Siena - Florence
After breakfast, we depart towards Siena, known as a medieval masterpiece. In Siena, famous for the Palio horse races, you will feel like you’ve traveled back to the Middle Ages during our walking tour. Enjoy the sights of Siena, from the narrow streets to the Campo Square, where the Mangia Tower and Pubblico Palace await. The Siena Cathedral nearby is an architectural must-see. Afterwards, you can explore the neighborhoods of Siena and shop for local banners or enjoy a snack in the cafes around the square. Then, we proceed to Florence. Upon arrival, a panoramic city tour includes Arno River, Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, Baptistery of San Giovanni, Florence Cathedral, and Signoria Palace. After the tour, free time to explore and shop in the city center. Check-in at the hotel, room allocation, and overnight stay.
Breakfast:: Included at the hotel.
Lunch: Free time in Florence city center, options at extra charge.
Dinner: Free time in Florence city center, options at extra charge.
Currency : Italy - Euro
Route: Rome – Siena (239 km), Siena – Florence (75 km)
Total Distance Covered: 314 km
Check-in Time:: Depending on traffic conditions, around 20:00
 
Day 6 : Florence – Pisa – Serravalle Designer Outlet - Milan
After breakfast, we depart with our private bus towards Pisa. Attractions include the leaning tower of Pisa, Piazza del Duomo, and the Baptistery. Afterward, we visit the Servalle Designer Outlet, home to many world-famous brands. Then, we head to Milan, Italy’s fashion and industrial hub. We do a city tour including the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, San Giovanni Baptistery, Florence Cathedral, and Signoria Palace. Enjoy shopping or exploring independently. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.
Breakfast:: Included at the hotel.
Lunch: Free time in Pisa, options at extra charge.
Dinner: Free time in Milan city center, options at extra charge.
Currency : Italy - Euro
Route: Florence - Pisa (100 km), Pisa – Milan (280 km)
Total Distance Covered: 380 km
Check-in Time:: Approximately 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
 
Day 7: Milan – Como Lake – Sirmione Garda – Venice
After breakfast, our first stop is Como Lake in Lombardy. Enjoy the natural beauty at one of Europe's most renowned lakes, where you can relax, have coffee, or walk along the lake. Then, we proceed to Venice. Arriving in Venice, we head to St. Mark’s Square. With optional boat rides, we visit the famous square, St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Grand Canal, and Rialto Bridge. Free time in Venice. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.
Breakfast:: Included at the hotel.
Lunch: Free time in Venice, options at extra charge.
Dinner: Free time in Mestre, options at extra charge.
Currency : Italy - Euro
Route: Milan - Como (50 km), Como – Mestre (305 km)
Total Distance Covered: 355 km
Check-in Time:: Approximately 21:00 depending on traffic conditions
 
Day 8: Venice – Ljubljana - Belgrade
After breakfast, we proceed to Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana, awarded the 2016 European Green Capital. The panoramic city tour includes Ljubljana River, Parliament Building, University of Ljubljana, Old Square, Dragon Statue, Dragon Bridge, Tivoli Park, St. Nicholas Cathedral, and Preseren Square. Departing Ljubljana, we cross through Croatia to reach Belgrade, Serbia’s capital. Check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Breakfast:: Included at the hotel.
Lunch: Free time in Ljubljana, options at extra charge.
Dinner: On the highway rest area, options at extra charge.
Currency : Italy - Euro, Slovenia – Euro, Serbia - Dinar
Route:  Mestre- Ljubljana (230 km), Ljubljana – Belgrade (530 km)
Total Distance Covered: 760 km
Estimated Arrival at the Border:: Approximately 22:30, subject to customs clearance
Day 9 : Belgrade - Sofia – Bursa
After breakfast, check-out from the rooms and departure: We arrive in Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital, and do a panoramic city tour. Attractions include Saint Nedelya Church, Rotunda Church, Russian Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Prime Ministry, Parliament, Sofia University, and Banya Başı Mosque. After the tour, we drive back to Bursa. Our tour ends here. We hope to see you on another tour organization.
(Depending on customs procedures, arrival might be late at night the next day.)

Breakfast:: Included at the hotel.
Lunch: In Sofia, at your own expense.
Dinner: On the highway rest area, options at extra charge.
Currency : Serbia – Dinar, Bulgaria - Lev
Route:  Belgrade- Sofia (390 km), Sofia – Istanbul (550 km)
Total Distance:
940 km
Estimated Entry Time at Istanbul:Approximately 03:00, depending on customs clearance


 
What's included
* Comfortable transportation services by bus between Bursa – Thessaloniki – Igoumenitsa – Bari – Rome – Florence – Milan – Venice – Sofia – Bursa.
* City tours to Rome – Florence – Venice – Thessaloniki – Belgrade – Sofia.
* 2 nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation in 3* or 4* hotels in Rome.
* 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in 3* or 4* hotels in Florence (surrounding area).
* 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in 3* or 4* hotels in Milan.
* 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in 3* or 4* hotels in Venice (surrounding area).
* 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in 3* or 4* hotels in Belgrade.
* Parga Tour
* Naples Tour
* Siena Tour
* Pisa Tour
* Milan Tour
* Lake Como Tour
* Sirmione Garda Tour
* Ljubljana Tour
* Ferry journey between Igoumenitsa and Bari (Brindisi).
* Professional Turkish-speaking guide services.
* Limited bottled water service inside the vehicle.
* All highway checkpoints and parking fees.
* Customs duties.
Not included
* Visa fee and service charge (Multiple Entry Schengen Visa) * Tours organized by the guide * City Accommodation Taxes, Italy Headset Service, Venice Entrance Fee (EUR 50 per person, paid to the guide during the tour) * Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites, etc. * Overseas exit fee * Travel Health Insurance * Lunch and Dinner * Vaporetto (water bus) fee (round trip EUR 15) * Extra tours organized by the guide * All personal expenses, * Optional driver tips
Need to Know
NOTIFICATION - Our participating guests are required to hold a multiple (multi-entry) Schengen visa that is valid throughout the tour duration. (Green Passport holders are exempt from visa requirements.) - During the tour, it is sufficient to have Euros to make purchases and expenditures in all countries on the program. The Guide will assist with currency conversions in regions where local currency is used. - Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes are recommended for the trip. It is also advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening. - Our tours implement a rotation (seat change) system for seat planning daily, and fixed seats or front seats are not guaranteed. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide. - When entering Turkey from abroad, a minimum 3-day accommodation is mandatory to bring in items such as alcohol, cigarettes, etc. - Free shop shopping limits upon entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcohol (excluding spirits with more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), 2 liters of alcohol (spirits with less than 22% alcohol, including wine and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 pieces, Chocolate and Candies: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg - The Guide may make changes to the program flow depending on weather and road conditions, provided all locations in the program are shown. - Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before. Cancellations less than 30 days before the tour date incur a 30% penalty, and 20 days or less incur a 100% penalty. Documents such as hospital reports or work permits obtained from authorities in Turkey are not accepted for cancellations related to health or work issues outside Turkey. - Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation of 25 people. If sufficient participation cannot be achieved, the last cancellation notice will be 20 days prior to the tour start date. Canceled tours due to insufficient participation will be announced by Viatravel. - In cases where the program lists only category information without specifying names or options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be announced by Viatravel 2 days before departure. - Hotels in fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., may be located beyond the standard km distance. In such cases, information will be provided by Viatravel 15 days before the departure. - Triple rooms are available depending on hotel availability, and the third bed in such rooms is smaller than standard beds. They consist of 1 large bed plus an additional fold-away or coach bed. Guests accept potential crowding and bed type in these rooms for children or third persons. Discounts for children are valid only for a single child sharing with two adults. - Breakfasts included in the hotel services are generally continental, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, and served in a designated separate hall for groups or as per local breakfast traditions. - Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are 2-3 hour sightseeing tours from the vehicle with guide narration, not including museum or site entry fees. If some tours cannot be held due to restrictions, closures, or weather conditions, Viatravel is not responsible. Some tours may be conducted on foot or by public transport if roads or entry points are closed. - Customs clearance at land crossings may involve waiting times exceeding standards, and Viatravel cannot be held responsible for delays. - Extra tours are organized by local Viatravel with a minimum participation of 20 people. If the number is insufficient, the tours may not be held, or costs may vary based on participant numbers, destinations, and operational conditions. Changes to dates and times may occur due to site closures or weather. - Participation in extra tours is optional. Guests who decline participation agree to wait at a convenient rest stop en route. These guests are dropped off before the extra tour starts and picked up after the tour concludes. - For flights, check-in and boarding are personal procedures to be completed in advance either online or at the airport counters. Viatravel is not responsible for guests who fail to check in or board on time, or who miss their flights, and any costs related to rescheduling or transfers. - Viatravel acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline, subject to the 1955 Hague Protocol. Delays, schedule changes, or cancellations may occur, and Viatravel is not responsible for such changes. Passengers accept flight schedule risks. Children aged 0-2 are exempt from airport tax and service fees. - Our vehicles are classified based on passenger numbers as follows: Buses (25-46 people): Mercedes Travego/Tourismo, NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner, Temsa Safir/Maraton, Man Fortuna; Midibuses (17-24 people): Isuzu Turkuaz, Otokar Mega; Minibuses (up to 16 people): VW Volt, Mercedes Sprinter. - All guests are deemed to have accepted the above terms by purchasing the tour.