Great Balkan Tour 9 COUNTRIES IN 8 DAYS
2026
6 Nights 8 Days – 4* Hotels – Dinner Included
6 Nights 8 Days – 4* Hotels – Dinner Included
NO EXTRA TOUR – ALL INCLUSIVE !!!! PROGRAM WITH KOSOVO
DUBROVNIK – MATKA CANYON – BLAGAJ TEKKESI – VRELO BOSNA SARAJEVO BOSNIAN MEATBALLS AND LOCAL RESTAURANTS WITH REAL MACEDONIAN NIGHT PROGRAMS INCLUDED
Meeting Point for a Journey to the Heart of the Balkans
Meeting Point for a Journey to the Heart of the Balkans
The Meeting Point of Dates and Civilizations.
The Meeting Point of Cultures and Civilizations.
Greece - Macedonia – Kosovo – Albania – Montenegro
Croatia – Bosnia Herzegovina – Serbia – Bulgaria
23 CITIES – 5 CAPITALS
Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola – Resne – 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 Herzegovina – Serbia – Bulgaria
23 CITIES – 5 CAPITALS
Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola – Resne – 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 4 / April 11 / April 18 / April 25 / May 2 / May 9 / May 16 / May 23 / May 24 / June 6 / June 13 / June 20 / 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 5 / September 12 / September 19 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7 / November 28 / December 12
Special Days :
January Semester: January 25
Ramadan Holiday and April Semester : March 14 / March 18
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day: April 18
January Semester: January 25
Ramadan Holiday and April Semester : March 14 / March 18
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day: April 18
May 19 Atatürk's Commemoration 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 Bursa – Kavala
On the first day of our journey, we move from 17:30 in front of Bursa Nilüfer Migros, passing through Tekirdağ and arriving at the İpsala border gate. After completing passport and customs procedures, we continue to Kavala passing through Dedeağac, Gümülcine, and İskeçe.
Day 2 Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola (Manastir) – Resne – Ohrid
After arriving in Kavala, we take a break to enjoy a delicious Kavala cookie. After the breakfast break, we take a short photo break along the stunning Kavala beaches and then continue our journey towards Thessaloniki. Upon 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, and Ottoman and Byzantine artifacts. After visiting the Aya Dimitros Church, Greece's largest church, and the house of our Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, currently in the garden of the Turkish consulate, we proceed to Bitola. After our arrival, we will visit Şirok Street, the Bedesten, İshak Mosque, the New Mosque, and experience some of the most emotional moments at the Military Academy where Atatürk graduated. After our visit to Bitola, we arrive at Ohrid, the pearl of the Balkans, passing through Resne, the homeland of Resneli Niyazi. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
On the first day of our journey, we move from 17:30 in front of Bursa Nilüfer Migros, passing through Tekirdağ and arriving at the İpsala border gate. After completing passport and customs procedures, we continue to Kavala passing through Dedeağac, Gümülcine, and İskeçe.
Day 2 Kavala – Thessaloniki – Bitola (Manastir) – Resne – Ohrid
After arriving in Kavala, we take a break to enjoy a delicious Kavala cookie. After the breakfast break, we take a short photo break along the stunning Kavala beaches and then continue our journey towards Thessaloniki. Upon 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, and Ottoman and Byzantine artifacts. After visiting the Aya Dimitros Church, Greece's largest church, and the house of our Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, currently in the garden of the Turkish consulate, we proceed to Bitola. After our arrival, we will visit Şirok Street, the Bedesten, İshak Mosque, the New Mosque, and experience some of the most emotional moments at the Military Academy where Atatürk graduated. After our visit to Bitola, we arrive at Ohrid, the pearl of the Balkans, passing through Resne, the homeland of Resneli Niyazi. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken extra at a resting facility in Kavala.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time in Thessaloniki city center. - You can taste all local flavors. Guide’s Recommendation: Seafood and Mezze.
Dinner: Will be taken either at our hotel or a 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
Day 3 Ohrid – Sveti Naum – Tetova (Kalkandelen) – Skopje
Following breakfast at the hotel, we navigate through the Mavrovo Mountains to visit Ohrid, which is a Mediterranean town. Our tour of the city begins at the City Square, where we will discuss the statues we see and take a walk through the historic neighborhood of Ohrid, known for its historic Ottoman houses and perhaps visit the famous Ayasofya Church, concluding our city tour with a presentation of the famous Ohrid Pearl. Guests may join an optional boat activity on Ohrid Lake organized by our guide (15 EUR). Afterward, we conduct a tour of St. Naum, which offers breathtaking views. Upon finishing this tour, we proceed to Skopje, the capital. As we travel, we will visit Tetova (Kalkandelen), which has a significant Albanian population and is home to the historical Alaca Mosque and its soup kitchen. Our city tour of Skopje begins at the magnificent statue of Alexander the Great, where we will witness the transition of cultures at the historic stone bridge over the Vardar River and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Old Bazaar. One hour of free time will be provided for shopping at the Old Bazaar. Almonds, nuts, and other souvenirs can be purchased here. We will then return to our hotel and settle in for the night. The evening includes an optional Macedonian Night with traditional local dishes and music (included in the price). Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be included as an open buffet at the hotel.
Lunch: Will be taken extra in unique restaurants along the route from Ohrid to Skopje.
Dinner: Local food and lively music at an established venue, included in the tour price.
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: Estimated: 20:00
Day 4 Skopje – Prizren – Shkodra or Podgorica
After breakfast at the hotel, we will conduct a tour of the breathtaking Matka Canyon (included in the price!!!). Next, we head towards the capital of Kosovo, Pristina. After crossing the Kosovo border, we pass by Pristina and see the site of the Kosovo War in the Kosovo Plain and the I. Sultan Murad Hüdavendigar Tomb, and continue our way to Prizren. In Prizren, a city populated by many Turks, we will undertake a city tour and visit places like the Turkish Bath from the 17th century, the Sinan Pasha Mosque built in 1615, and Prizren Castle. After the visits, we will have free time for lunch. After gathering, we will cross into Albania and proceed to Podgorica while passing through Shkodra, entering the youngest nation in Europe, Montenegro. Following customs procedures, we will arrive at the lodging point and check into the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast: The breakfast will be an open buffet at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Can be taken extra at recommended restaurants around the Shadirvan Square area in Prizren.
Dinner: Will be taken either at our hotel or a 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
Day 5 Podgorica - Budva – Kotor – Dubrovnik – Trebinje or Surroundings
After breakfast, our first stop will be a panoramic view of St. Stefan, an island that became a resort for the jet set after being taken from the fishermen. (Depending on the availability of the vehicle parking) On our way, we will travel along the breathtaking coastal views of the Adriatic. We will pass Budva and then arrive at Kotor, located inside Kotor Bay, where we will explore the Old Town, St. Tripun and Nikola Churches and the historical Clock Tower among other sights. After visiting Kotor, in the afternoon we will head to Croatia, known for being part of the three main states that made up the former Yugoslavia, with a culture more akin to Italian-Mediterranean due to its geography dominating the Adriatic coast, for a tour of Dubrovnik (INCLUDED!!!) After a short scenic drive, we will arrive in Dubrovnik, known in Italian as Ragusa, one of the oldest trade ports in the Adriatic and having been under the influence of Venice for long years, which combines remarkable history and nature in its architecture and city layout. We will start our city tour at the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Old City Square, and then see the City Walls, St. Blaise's Church, the Rector's Palace, the famous poet Gundulić’s Statue, the historic Fountain, and the 14th-century Pharmacy as some of the key points. Following that, we will have free time to enjoy the enchanting atmosphere of this beautiful city.
After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel. Accommodation will be at a hotel in Trebinje or its vicinity. (The city of accommodation may change depending on the season's intensity)
Breakfast: Will be included as an open buffet at the hotel.
After breakfast, our first stop will be a panoramic view of St. Stefan, an island that became a resort for the jet set after being taken from the fishermen. (Depending on the availability of the vehicle parking) On our way, we will travel along the breathtaking coastal views of the Adriatic. We will pass Budva and then arrive at Kotor, located inside Kotor Bay, where we will explore the Old Town, St. Tripun and Nikola Churches and the historical Clock Tower among other sights. After visiting Kotor, in the afternoon we will head to Croatia, known for being part of the three main states that made up the former Yugoslavia, with a culture more akin to Italian-Mediterranean due to its geography dominating the Adriatic coast, for a tour of Dubrovnik (INCLUDED!!!) After a short scenic drive, we will arrive in Dubrovnik, known in Italian as Ragusa, one of the oldest trade ports in the Adriatic and having been under the influence of Venice for long years, which combines remarkable history and nature in its architecture and city layout. We will start our city tour at the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Old City Square, and then see the City Walls, St. Blaise's Church, the Rector's Palace, the famous poet Gundulić’s Statue, the historic Fountain, and the 14th-century Pharmacy as some of the key points. Following that, we will have free time to enjoy the enchanting atmosphere of this beautiful city.
After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel. Accommodation will be at a hotel in Trebinje or its vicinity. (The city of accommodation may change depending on the season's intensity)
Breakfast: Will be included as an open buffet at the hotel.
Lunch: Will be taken extra in Kotor city center during free time. - You can taste all local flavors. Guide’s Recommendation: Seafood, Mezze, Grilled Dishes, Local Drinks.
Dinner: Will be taken either at our hotel or a 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:Kotor – Dubrovnik (90 km), Dubrovnik – Trebinje (31 km)
Total Distance Covered: 230 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated: 21:00
Day 6 Trebinje or (Neum) – Blagay – Mostar – Sarajevo
After breakfast, we will move towards Mostar. Before arriving in Mostar, we will conduct a tour of Blagay Tekke (included in the price!!!). Upon arriving in Mostar, we will walk on a city tour starting with Mostar Bridge, which was constructed in 1557 by Architect Hayreddin and is a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture. The bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery fire during the war in 1992, but thanks to the significant contributions of the Republic of Turkey, it was reopened in 2004. We will explore the old city bazaar and enjoy some free time for shopping. After that, we will head to Sarajevo. After arriving, we will conduct a panoramic tour of Sarajevo, which has been the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries. The place where Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary was assassinated, which led to the outbreak of World War I in 1914, and the city that suffered significant devastation during the war between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks in 1992 but managed to preserve its beauty. We will explore the Grand Bazaar, known as Baščaršija, and begin our tour with the fountain, a symbol of the city, then continue to visit the Morica Han, the Hüsrev Bey Mosque, the Clock Tower, the famous fountain ritual, and visit the monument of the Eternal Flame, which symbolizes the meeting of cultures. After the tour, free time will be allocated for you to photograph the Latin Bridge, where World War I began. After the tour and free time, transfer to our hotel.
Afterward, we will enjoy Bosnian Meatballs at a local restaurant, included in the price. Accommodation will be at our hotel in Sarajevo.
Breakfast: The breakfast will be an open buffet at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
After breakfast, we will move towards Mostar. Before arriving in Mostar, we will conduct a tour of Blagay Tekke (included in the price!!!). Upon arriving in Mostar, we will walk on a city tour starting with Mostar Bridge, which was constructed in 1557 by Architect Hayreddin and is a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture. The bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery fire during the war in 1992, but thanks to the significant contributions of the Republic of Turkey, it was reopened in 2004. We will explore the old city bazaar and enjoy some free time for shopping. After that, we will head to Sarajevo. After arriving, we will conduct a panoramic tour of Sarajevo, which has been the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries. The place where Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary was assassinated, which led to the outbreak of World War I in 1914, and the city that suffered significant devastation during the war between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks in 1992 but managed to preserve its beauty. We will explore the Grand Bazaar, known as Baščaršija, and begin our tour with the fountain, a symbol of the city, then continue to visit the Morica Han, the Hüsrev Bey Mosque, the Clock Tower, the famous fountain ritual, and visit the monument of the Eternal Flame, which symbolizes the meeting of cultures. After the tour, free time will be allocated for you to photograph the Latin Bridge, where World War I began. After the tour and free time, transfer to our hotel.
Afterward, we will enjoy Bosnian Meatballs at a local restaurant, included in the price. Accommodation will be at our hotel in Sarajevo.
Breakfast: The breakfast will be an open buffet at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time in Mostar. - You can taste all local flavors. Guide's Recommendations: Bosnian Pie, Stuffed Onions, Meatballs, Bosnian Coffee.
Dinner: At a local restaurant, serving 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: Estimated: 20:00
Day 7 Sarajevo – Belgrade
After breakfast, we will head towards Belgrade. Before our journey, we will include a tour of Vrelo Bosna, Bosnia's largest national park located at the foot of the Igman Mountain, which is the source of the water for Sarajevo (included in the price!!!). Following the tour, we will embark on our journey to Belgrade, which has become a symbol of liveliness and has a rich historical background, as one of the oldest cities in Europe. Our city tour will begin at the elegant Knez Mihailova Street, followed by a visit to the Belgrade Fortress, where we will see key attractions such as the Key Monument, the French statue, and the terrace overlooking the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, providing breathtaking views. Afterward, we will have free time to explore the vibrant city. Accommodation will be in a hotel in Belgrade.
Breakfast: The breakfast will be an open buffet at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
After breakfast, we will head towards Belgrade. Before our journey, we will include a tour of Vrelo Bosna, Bosnia's largest national park located at the foot of the Igman Mountain, which is the source of the water for Sarajevo (included in the price!!!). Following the tour, we will embark on our journey to Belgrade, which has become a symbol of liveliness and has a rich historical background, as one of the oldest cities in Europe. Our city tour will begin at the elegant Knez Mihailova Street, followed by a visit to the Belgrade Fortress, where we will see key attractions such as the Key Monument, the French statue, and the terrace overlooking the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, providing breathtaking views. Afterward, we will have free time to explore the vibrant city. Accommodation will be in a hotel in Belgrade.
Breakfast: The breakfast will be an open buffet at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: , Will be taken extra in a resting place on the way from Sarajevo to Belgrade.
Dinner: Will be taken either at our hotel or a 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: Estimated: 20:00
Day 8 Belgrade – Sofia – Bursa
After breakfast, we will proceed to Sofia. After arrival, we will have a panoramic city tour during which we will visit the largest church in the Balkans, the Alexsander Nevski Cathedral, the National Library, Sofia University, the Old Royal Palace, the National Bulgarian Theater built in Neo-classical style, Archaeological Museum, Old Sofia - the trade city, and Rotonda Church. We will also take a panoramic look at the Sofia Statue while walking beside the Parliament building. We will visit the mosque that symbolizes the city, Banya Bashi Mosque. After these visits and free time, we will depart for Turkey. We expect to arrive in the evening at the Kapıkule border gate, where we will complete passport and customs procedures and have a stop for shopping at the free shop. Afterward, we will enter Turkey and advance towards the starting points of our program in Bursa.
Day 8 Belgrade – Sofia – Bursa
After breakfast, we will proceed to Sofia. After arrival, we will have a panoramic city tour during which we will visit the largest church in the Balkans, the Alexsander Nevski Cathedral, the National Library, Sofia University, the Old Royal Palace, the National Bulgarian Theater built in Neo-classical style, Archaeological Museum, Old Sofia - the trade city, and Rotonda Church. We will also take a panoramic look at the Sofia Statue while walking beside the Parliament building. We will visit the mosque that symbolizes the city, Banya Bashi Mosque. After these visits and free time, we will depart for Turkey. We expect to arrive in the evening at the Kapıkule border gate, where we will complete passport and customs procedures and have a stop for shopping at the free shop. Afterward, we will enter Turkey and advance towards the starting points of our program in Bursa.
Breakfast: The breakfast will be an open buffet at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time in Sofia.
Dinner: Will be taken extra at a resting facility on the Edirne-Istanbul highway.
Currencies: Bulgaria – Leva ( Average Rate 1 Euro: 1.95 Leva )
Route: Belgrade – Sofia (393 km) Sofia – Istanbul (553 km)
Estimated Time of Arrival in Istanbul: Estimated: 02:00 depending on customs processing time.
* Transportation with Luks Buses
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* Total of 6 nights accommodation with breakfast included in 4* hotels: 1 night in Skopje, 1 night in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or surrounding area, 1 night in Sarajevo, 1 night in Belgrade.
* Four dinners taken at hotels or restaurants in Ohrid, Podgorica, Trebinje, and Belgrade
* Makedonian Night (Balkan Night) at a local restaurant
* Bosnian Meatballs at a local restaurant
* Panoramic City Tours of Thessaloniki, Skopje, Tetovo, Ohrid, Kotor, Mostar, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Sofia
* Monastery Tour
* Dubrovnik tour
* Matka Canyon tour
* Prizren Tour
* Blagay Tour
* Vrelo Bosna tour
* Kosovo entry fee
* Compulsory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway checkpoint and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours as specified in the program.
* Limited bottled water service in the vehicle
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* Total of 6 nights accommodation with breakfast included in 4* hotels: 1 night in Skopje, 1 night in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or surrounding area, 1 night in Sarajevo, 1 night in Belgrade.
* Four dinners taken at hotels or restaurants in Ohrid, Podgorica, Trebinje, and Belgrade
* Makedonian Night (Balkan Night) at a local restaurant
* Bosnian Meatballs at a local restaurant
* Panoramic City Tours of Thessaloniki, Skopje, Tetovo, Ohrid, Kotor, Mostar, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Sofia
* Monastery Tour
* Dubrovnik tour
* Matka Canyon tour
* Prizren Tour
* Blagay Tour
* Vrelo Bosna tour
* Kosovo entry fee
* Compulsory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway checkpoint and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours as specified in the program.
* Limited bottled water service in the vehicle
* Museum and historical site entrances
* Tours organized by the guide
* All personal expenses
* City Tax (20 EUR per person)
* Lunches
* Beverages consumed during meals
* Driver and guide tips
* MULTI SCHENGEN VISA (HOLDERS OF GREEN PASSPORTS ARE EXEMPT FROM VISA).
* Outbound exit fee
* Overseas travel health insurance
* Tours organized by the guide
* All personal expenses
* City Tax (20 EUR per person)
* Lunches
* Beverages consumed during meals
* Driver and guide tips
* MULTI SCHENGEN VISA (HOLDERS OF GREEN PASSPORTS ARE EXEMPT FROM VISA).
* Outbound exit fee
* Overseas travel health insurance
- Guests participating in the tour are required to hold a valid Multi (Multiple Entry) Schengen visa throughout the duration of the tour. (Green passport holders are exempt from the visa requirement.)
- To be able to shop and spend in all countries included in the program during the tour, it is sufficient to carry Euros. The guide will assist with currency exchange in areas where local currency is used.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is also advisable to carry a light sweater or similar clothing for the night.
- In our tours, a rotation (seat change) application is made daily in the seating arrangement, and a fixed seat or front seat guarantee is not provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- There is a minimum stay requirement of 3 days for bringing items (alcohol - cigarettes, etc.) into Turkey from abroad.
- The shopping limit for duty-free purchases when entering Turkey from abroad is:
Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic beverages (excluding alcoholic drinks containing more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic beverages (including alcoholic drinks containing less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skincare Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Candies: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg.
- During the tour program, guides may change the itinerary 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 the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days prior to the tour date. In case of cancellation less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty will be applied, and for 20 days or less, a 100% penalty will be applied. Documents such as hospital reports, work leave certificates, etc., submitted with the cancellation request will unfortunately not be accepted for the cancellation of hotels and services outside Turkey.
- Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the last cancellation notification date will be 20 days prior to the tour departure. The tour canceled due to lack of participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
- In cases where only category information is provided without specifying names in the tour program and/or there are alternative options for the same destination, the hotels will be informed by Viyatravel 2 days before the trip.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located farther than specified distances. In such cases, Viyatravel will inform you 15 days before the tour departure.
- Triple rooms can be provided depending on hotel availability, and in such rooms, the bed assigned to the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds consist of folding-couch beds, tour participants who have a reservation for the 3rd person and/or child accept any tightness and bed type that may occur in the rooms. Child discounts apply to a single child of the age group staying with two adults.
- Breakfasts included in the tour package are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country and typically consist of a limited menu called continental breakfast, including butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee. Separate service may be provided in a designated room for groups.
- Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of the cities and are conducted with a guided description from the vehicle, without including entrance fees for museums or historical sites, lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours may be canceled if local authorities do not permit the visits, if roads are closed due to any event, or if weather conditions make the tour impossible, and Viyatravel is not responsible for such cancellations. Some tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot in areas with closed roads or where vehicle entry is not allowed, within the limits of possibility.
- During the travel by road, waiting times at border crossings may exceed standards, and Viyatravel cannot be held responsible for any negative experiences arising from these waiting times.
- Optional tours are organized by the local Viyatravel with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If the required number of participants is not reached, the trips cannot be organized, or the prices, contents, and vehicles used for optional trips may vary depending on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide depending on the opening/closing status of museums and ancient sites at the destination and weather conditions.
- Optional tours are not mandatory and are based on the participant's desire. Passengers who do not wish to participate in the extra tours will be considered to have accepted to wait at a resting facility on the way. These passengers will be dropped off at a resting facility before the extra tour begins and will be picked up from the point they were dropped off upon the completion of the tour.
- For individuals participating in air tours, check-in and boarding procedures are personal tasks that must be completed by the guest in advance at the airport related to the airline counters or online on the airline's websites.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for guests who are not present at the specified airport at the times notified by Viyatravel for tour participation, who do not complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who fail to board the plane on time despite completing these procedures. Guests who miss their flight will incur all expenses related to purchasing new round-trip tickets and transfers in the destination area to join the tour.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and special flights, or flight times may change before the current trip. Viyatravel is obligated to inform these changes as soon as possible. Passengers accept the risk of time changes when purchasing the trip. Children aged 0-2 do not have to pay for airport taxes and services.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of participants as follows. The types of vehicles assigned vary based on the number of participants in each tour.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 Participants) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 Participants) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for up to 16 Participants) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- All guests are deemed to have accepted the above-mentioned items when they purchase the tour.