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We meet in front of the A Jet counter at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport international departures terminal. After baggage and check-in procedures, we depart to Sarajevo with A Jet Airlines flight VF 97 at 13:55. Arrive in Sarajevo at 14:55 local time. Upon arrival, we transfer to our private bus awaiting us and head to Mostar. The Mostar Bridge, built in 1557 by architect Hayreddin, is an exquisite example of Ottoman architecture. The bridge was destroyed during the war in 1992 by Croatian artillery. Subsequently, with significant support from the Republic of Turkey, it was rebuilt and opened in 2004. The rebirth of the Mostar Bridge is considered a significant restoration, restoring an important monument after its loss. After visiting the bridge, our next stop is Koski Mehmet Pasha Mosque. Following the tour, we continue to Blagaj. We visit Blagaj, the birthplace of Buna River, the most powerful water source in Europe. Blagaj Tekke, built in the 1520s with Ottoman architecture and Mediterranean influences, is regarded as a national monument by Bosnians. After free time in Blagaj, we proceed to Počitelj. In Počitelj, known for its preserved historic texture and called the Turkish Village, we will see structures built by the Ottomans in the 16th century. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Included in Blagaj Tour! / Included in Počitelj Tour! / Included in Mostar Tour!

Lunch: Guests can dine at any restaurant of their choice during free time as determined by our guide.

Dinner: Will be served at the hotel and is included in the tour price.

Accommodation: 4* HOTEL KAKTUS etc. - MEDJUGORJE

Currency: Bosnia and Herzegovina - Convertible Mark (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 1.95 KM)
Route: Sarajevo – Mostar – Blagaj – Počitelj – Medjugorje 242 KM,
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00, depending on border crossing time

After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Montenegro, known as the pearl of the Adriatic and one of the newest countries in the world. Our first stop is Kotor, a medieval town famous for its fjords. We will explore this historic city during our Old Town - Castle tour. Then, we turn to Budva, renowned for its magnificent beaches and lively nightlife. After a panoramic tour of Budva, we get a chance to view the stunning St. Stephan, a former fishing island turned tourist spot, from above. Afterwards, our journey continues to Shkodra, one of the oldest settlements in Albania. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Kotor / Budva Tour Included!

Breakfast: At the hotel, included in the tour.

Lunch: Guests can dine at any restaurant of their choice during free time as determined by our guide.

Dinner: Will be served at the hotel and included in the tour price.

Accommodation: 5* HOTEL GOLDEN PALACE etc. - SHKODRA

Currency: Montenegro - Euro
Route: Trebinje – Kotor – Budva – Škodra 188 KM,
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00, depending on border crossing time

After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Tirana, the capital of Albania. Upon arrival in Tirana, our city tour begins at the Ethnographic Museum, built in 1789 and completed in 1923. Then, we visit Skanderbeg Square, the clock tower built by Etham Bey in 1821, the Skanderbeg Monument, and the Peace Bell, which was made from melted bullets during the 1999 riots. The tour continues with the city's reconstructed National History Museum and other key landmarks. Afterwards, we head to Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of the Cyrillic alphabet. In Ohrid, we will see the 9th-century Basilica of Saint Sophia, the Roman Theatre, Pear Prekri Basilica, Chinar Square, Turkish Market, Halveti Tekke, New Bazaar, Ohrid Market, and Ohrid Lake. Then, we transfer to our hotel for check-in. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast: Included at the hotel, included in the tour.

Lunch: Guests can dine at any restaurant of their choice during free time as determined by our guide.
Dinner: Will be served at the hotel and included in the tour.

Accommodation: 4* HOTEL MAKPETROL etc. - OHRID

Currency: Albania - Lek (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 104 LEK) / North Macedonia - Macedonian Dinar (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 61.49 MKD)
Route: Škodra – Tirana – Ohrid 237 KM,
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00, depending on border crossing time

After breakfast, we depart from our hotel with guests for the Resne-Menastir tour. Our first stop is Resne, where we visit the mansion of Niayi, one of the most famous figures of Ittihat ve Terakki (Committee of Union and Progress). Then, we proceed to the second-largest city of Macedonia, Manastir. In Ohrid, we will see the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, İshak Mosque, Yeni Mosque, the Atatürk Museum located in the Military School where Atatürk graduated, and the rest of the city. Afterwards, we transfer back to our hotel. At the scheduled time, we proceed to the Dinner with Balkan Music Night, featuring exceptional Balkans music and cuisine, along with folk dance shows by local performers. Evening at leisure and overnight at the hotel.

Resne – Manastir Tour Included! / Dinner with Balkan Music Night Included!

Breakfast: At the hotel, included in the tour.

Lunch: Guests can dine at any restaurant of their choice during free time as determined by our guide.
Dinner: At a local restaurant, with entertainment and folk performances, included in the tour fee.

Accommodation: 4* HOTEL MAKPETROL etc. - OHRID

Currency: North Macedonia - Macedonian Dinar (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 61.49 MKD)
Route: Ohrid – Resne – Manastir – Ohrid 137 KM,
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00, depending on border crossing time

After breakfast at our hotel and checking out, we head towards Skopje, the capital and largest city of North Macedonia. On the way, we stop in Tetova (Kalkandelen) to visit the Alaca Mosque. We continue to Skopje. Upon arrival, our city tour begins, including Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murad Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and the Stone Bridge. We stroll along the Vardar River and observe the surrounding Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods. We will see Skopje Fortress and the Old Bazaar area, including the 16th-century Clock Tower, Sultan Murad Mosque, and Isa Bey Mosque. Afterwards, we transfer to our hotel for check-in.

Tetova (Kalkandelen) Tour Included!

Breakfast: Included at the hotel, part of the tour.

Lunch: Guests may dine at any restaurant of their choice during free time as determined by our guide.

Dinner: Will be served at the hotel and included in the tour.

Accommodation: 4* BEST WESTERN TURIST HOTEL etc. - SKOPJE

Currency: North Macedonia - Macedonian Dinar (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 61.49 MKD)
Route: Ohrid – Tetova – Skopje 176 KM,
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00, depending on border crossing time

After breakfast at our hotel, we check out and head to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. Upon arrival, our city tour begins, highlighting the city's vibrant history and culture, including the Old Palace with its carved ceilings, Belgrade Fortress at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, the historic Belgrade Castle, the Square of the Republic, and the Military Museum. We also visit the Nikolay II Cathedral and other significant landmarks. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. An evening at leisure.

Breakfast: Included at the hotel, part of the tour.

Lunch: Guests may dine at any restaurant of their choice during free time.

Dinner: At the hotel, included in the tour.

Accommodation: 4* GOLDEN TULIP ZIRA BELGRADE Hotel etc. - BELGRADE

Currency: Skopje – Macedonian Dinar (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 61.49 MKD) / Serbia - Serbian Dinar (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 117.23 RSD)
Route: Skopje – Belgrade 432 KM,
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 21:00, depending on border crossing time

After breakfast at our hotel, we check out and head to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina. Upon arrival, our panoramic city tour begins, covering sites such as the Old Bazaar (Bascarsija), Morica Han, the Cathedral of Sarajevo, Hüsrev Bey Mosque, Ferhadija Mosque, Latin Bridge, the Old Library, and the Austrian-Hungarian architecture that reflects the city’s historic multicultural character. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Evening at leisure and overnight stay.

Breakfast: Included at the hotel, part of the tour.

Lunch: Guests may dine at any restaurant of their choice during free time.

Dinner: At the hotel, included in the tour.

Accommodation: 4* HOTEL HOLLYWOOD etc. - SARAJEVO

Currency: Serbia - Serbian Dinar (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 117.23 RSD) / Bosnia and Herzegovina - Convertible Mark (Average Exchange Rate 1 Euro: 1.95 KM)
Route: Belgrade – Sarajevo 285 KM,
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00, depending on border crossing time

After breakfast, we check out from our rooms, and before the transfer time, guests have free time. Then, we transfer to Sarajevo Airport. After completing baggage and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul with A Jet Airlines flight VF 98 at 16:10. Arrive in Istanbul at 19:00. End of our Tour. Welcome home!