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Per Person 1,199 €

Big Balkan Tour with AJET NO VISAS FOR 6 COUNTRIES

7 Nights 8 Days – 4* Hotels – Dinner Included

NO EXTRA TOUR – ALL INCLUSIVE !!!! KOSOVO PROGRAM
Traditional Restaurant Included Macedonian Night and Bosnian Kofte!!
Journey of Civilizations, Cultures, and Faiths,

                                            Journey to the Heart of the Balkans at the Meeting Point

   Meeting Point of History and Civilizations.
Macedonia – Serbia – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Montenegro - Albania – Kosovo

                                                                       6 COUNTRIES – 5 CAPITALS
 
Just some of the privileges of the program
* Direct flight without transfer during the day with AJET Airlines scheduled flight.
* Opportunity to visit 6 countries including Kosovo
* 2 Nights of Traditional Restaurants with Macedonian Night and Bosnian Kofte
* 7 Nights accommodation in 4* hotels
* Complete tour opportunity with a professional guide
* Opportunity to explore all of Balkan geography step by step
* Dinner at hotels
* Transportation during the tour with professional tourism package buses
* Tour of Sveti Naum, one of the most popular spots in the Balkans is included
* Including the famous beauty of Matka Canyon
* Blagaj tour included

* Vrelo Bosne Tour included
 

Tour Departure Dates:
May 23rd

Special Days:
Kurban Bayramı :May 23rd

 


Day 1 Istanbul – Pristina – Prizren – Skopje
Meeting at the Ajet Counter in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, International Departures Terminal. After ticket, luggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Pristina on Ajet Airlines flight number VF101 at 09:35. Arrival in Pristina at 10:15 local time. After luggage, passport, and customs procedures, we set off with our private vehicle. We are heading to visit the Tomb of Sultan Murad (Hüdavendigar), who was martyred by Obilic during the Kosovo Battle, one of the biggest victories of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans. After the tomb visit, we set off for a city tour of Pristina, the capital. We will spend an emotional day in the regions that recently saw a human tragedy. Among the panoramic views, we will see the Bazaar, the Bazaar Mosque built by Sultan Bayezid in the 15th century, and the clock tower built in the 19th century to remind citizens of prayer times, after which we will have free time. After free time, we depart for Prizren. During our tour in Prizren, we will visit the Turkish Bath from the 17th century, the Sinan Pasha Mosque built in 1615, and Prizren Fortress. After our tour and free time, we head to Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, and check into our hotel for overnight stay.
Breakfast; It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Gold Hotel, etc. SKOPJE
Route: Pristina – Prizren 89 KM Prizren – Skopje 160 KM
Check-in Time: Estimated: 21:00 depending on Customs
 

Day 2 Skopje – Matka Canyon – Tetovo (Kalkandelen) – Ohrid (Balkan Night)

After breakfast, we start our tour of this city where two different cultures are separated by the famous Vardar River. We will begin with the Macedonian side, which we can call the land of statues, and among the first statues we will see is the giant statue of Alexander The Great. Continuing through the historic Skopje Stone Bridge over the Vardar River, we witness how the cultures suddenly change as we proceed to the Skopje Turkish Bazaar, one of the finest markets of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans. After discussing the statues at the entrance of the Bazaar, we will start our Bazaar tour with the historical Davut Pasha Bath. Then we will visit the important structures of the Ottoman bazaar organization, including Kapan Han, and the Murat Pasha Mosque, which has survived earthquakes. After our visits, we will have an hour of free time for shopping in the Turkish Bazaar. Among what we can buy are Shushka peppers, Ustrumca peanuts, and chariks. After our tour, we move to Matka Canyon, known for its unique beauty. After our nature walk, guests wishing to do so can take a boat tour of the canyon. After our tour, we will head to Tetovo, the second largest city of Macedonia, where mostly Muslim Albanians reside. We will see the city panoramically and visit the Alaca Mosque with its rare architecture found in the Balkans located in Kalkandelen (Tetovo). After our visits, we will head to the pearl of the Balkans, Ohrid. In a local restaurant determined by our guide, a Balkan night will be held and included in the tour price. After our entertainment, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast; It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch:  It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Dinner: A Balkan night will be held at a local restaurant determined by our guide, included in the tour price
Accommodation: Aqualina Hotel etc. – OHRID
Route: Skopje – Matka Canyon 19 KM Matka Canyon – Tetovo (Kalkandelen) 38KM Tetovo (Kalkandelen) – Ohrid 130KM
Check-in Time: Estimated: 22:00 depending on Customs

Day 3 Ohrid-Sveti Naum-Tirana-Shkodra

After breakfast, we will start our tour of Ohrid city at Port Square, informing about the statues and then we will walk through the neighborhood of historic Ohrid houses where the Elveda Rumeli series was filmed, during this stroll we will see historical Ottoman houses, the Church of St. Sophia, and conclude our tour with a presentation of the famous Ohrid pearl, which is the biggest symbol of Ohrid city. After our tour, we will have some free time. After the Ohrid tour, we will arrive at St. Naum with wonderful views along our journey. We will visit the spring where Lake Ohrid originates. The marvelous scenery here will take your breath away. After our Sveti Naum visit, we move through Elbasan to the capital of Albania, Tirana. We will have a panoramic tour of this beautiful city that was the capital of Albania in 1920, which has experienced wars throughout the 20th century and survived 40 years of Enver Hoxha’s dictatorship, including seeing places like Iskander Bey Square, Ethem Bey Mosque, Historical Clock Tower, National History Museum, and Opera House. Parliament and Prime Minister's buildings, Presidential Palace, Mother Teresa Square, and Tirana Pyramid will be among the places we will see from the vehicle. After our Tirana tour and free time, we will move to the city of Shkodra in Albania. After our arrival, we will transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
Breakfast; It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Alis Hotel etc. – SHKODRA
Route: Ohrid – Sveti Naum 28 KM Sveti Naum – Tirana 140 KM Tirana – Shkodra 100 KM

Check-in Time: Estimated: 20:30 depending on Customs

 

 


Day 4 Shkodra – Budva – Kotor - Medjugorje
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will cross into Montenegro, one of the world’s youngest states. First, we will have a panoramic view of the stunning St. Stefan, which was historically a settlement for fishermen, later bought by a Singaporean millionaire and is currently undergoing restoration work to be added to tourism, and then continue to Budva. Moving through Budva, we will arrive at Kotor, which is an important historical and natural haven as well as a tourism attraction. Here, in Stari Grad (Old Town-Castle), you will get a guided walking tour of this charming place. After our Kotor tour, we will transfer to Medjugorje (or surrounding areas) for overnight stay.
Breakfast; It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch:  It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Olea Vitis   etc. Medjugorje or Surrounding Areas
Route: Shkodra – Budva 86 KM Budva – Kotor 23 KM Kotor – Medjugorje 198 KM
Check-in Time: Estimated: 20:30 depending on Customs


 

Day 5 Medjugorje – Blagaj - Mostar – Konjic – Sarajevo

After breakfast at the hotel, we set off to historic Mostar. After arriving in Mostar, we will see the Mostar Bridge during our walking city tour. (Built in 1557 by architect Hayreddin, this bridge is a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.) The bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery during the war in 1992, but reopened in 2004 thanks to significant contributions from the Republic of Turkey. We will explore the old town market and after some free time, we will move to Blagaj, the Land of the Alperens. After visiting Blagaj, we will head to the capital Sarajevo, passing through Konjic. After arriving in Sarajevo, we will transfer to our hotel for overnight stay.

Breakfast:: It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Dinner: A traditional restaurant will serve Bosnian Kofte and this will be included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Holiday Hotel etc. - SARAJEVO
Route: Trebinje – Blagaj 108 KM, Blagaj – Mostar 14 KM, Mostar – Konjic 70 KM, Konjic – Sarajevo 60KM
Check-in Time: Estimated based on road conditions: 19:30

 

Day 6 Sarajevo – Vrelo Bosne – Belgrade
After breakfast, we will visit Vrelo Bosne, the water source of Sarajevo, located on the slopes of Mount Igman. This national park, which was organized upon Tito’s orders and is famous for its perfect walking trails, horse-drawn carriages, and authentic cafés, will welcome us, and after some free time, we will stroll around Baščaršija, the finest bazaar in Europe. Our tour will start at the Sebil Fountain, the symbol of this cultural city, followed by visiting the Morica Han, one of the most authentic points in the city. We will then visit Hüsrev Bey Mosque, a relative of Suleiman the Magnificent. Following this, we will see the Clock Tower, the famous fountain that has become a ritual, and the point of meeting cultures, which is also the location of the Eternal Flame monument. After our tour and free time, we will set off for Belgrade. After our journey, we will arrive in Belgrade, one of the oldest cities in Europe, known for its liveliness and activity. We will check into our hotel in Belgrade.
Breakfast: It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Theater Hotel  etc. BELGRADE
Route:  Sarajevo -  Vrelo Bosna 10 KM Vrelo Bosna –Belgrade 295 KM
Check-in Time: Estimated based on customs: 20:00

Day 7 Belgrade – Skopje
After breakfast at the hotel, we will start our city tour beginning with Knez Mihailova Street, the most elegant street of the city. Next, we will visit Belgrade Fortress, where Fatih Sultan Mehmet was wounded yet was later conquered by Kanuni Sultan Süleyman. Inside the fortress, we will see the Key Monument, a French statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the Tomb of Damat Ali Pasha, the Sokullu Fountain, and the terrace from where we can see the most beautiful view of the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Following our tour, we will have free time. Then we will move towards the capital of Macedonia, Skopje, and check into our hotel for overnight stay.
Breakfast: It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Gold  etc. – Skopje
Route: Belgrade-Skopje 450 KM
Check-in Time:  Estimated based on road conditions: 20:00

Day 8 Skopje – Pristina – Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Pristina, the capital of Kosovo, and we will arrange our transfer to the airport. After ticket, luggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul on Ajet Airlines flight number VF102 at 11:20, arriving in Istanbul at 14:00. We hope to see you on your next trip...
Breakfast; It will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time at an extra cost.
Route: Skopje – Pristina 95 KM

* Direct flights from Istanbul to Pristina and back with Ajet Airlines in Economy Class
* Local Transportation Services
* 1 Night Accommodation with Breakfast Included in 4* Hotels in Tirana, 1 Night in Medjugorje or Surroundings, 1 Night in Sarajevo, 1 Night in Belgrade, 2 Nights in Skopje, 1 Night in Ohrid for a total of 7 Nights
* 5 dinner meals included in hotels in Skopje, 1 Night in Medjugorje, 1 Night in Belgrade, 1 Night in Tirana
* Traditional Dinner Night in a Local Restaurant
* Bosnian Meatballs in a Traditional Restaurant
* Panoramic city tours of Prizren, Skopje, Tetova, Ohrid, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Konjic, Mostar, Trebinje, Kotor, Budva, Shkodra, Tirana
* Kosovo Crossing Fee
* Sveti Naum Tour
* Matka Canyon Tour
* Blagaj Tekkesi Tour
* Vrelo Bosne Tour
* Kosovo Tour
* Mandatory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* City Taxes
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours specified in the program
* Airport taxes and service charges
*Museum and archaeological site entrance fees.* * Tours organized by the guide * Extras taken at the hotel. * All personal expenses * Extra tours * Lunches * All trips and tours not specified in the program. * Driver's tip (5 EUR per person)
- During the tour, it is sufficient to have Euros for shopping and spending in all the countries included in the program. The guide will assist with currency exchange in areas where the local currency is used. - Comfortable walking or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is also advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening. - Daily seat rotation is applied in our tours, so a fixed seat or front seat guarantee cannot be provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide. - To bring items (such as alcohol - cigarettes, etc.) into Turkey from abroad, a minimum stay of 3 days is required. - The free shop shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: 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 beverages (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Make-up or Skin Care Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg. - Guides may change the planned program with the condition of showing all the places indicated in the program, depending on the weather and road conditions. - Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel for free up to 30 days before the tour date. In case of cancellation less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty is applied; in case of cancellation 20 days or less before, a 100% penalty is applied. Documents such as hospital reports and workplace permission documents from Turkey, as well as cancellations of accommodations outside Turkey, will unfortunately not be accepted. - Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the last cancellation notification date is 20 days before the trip. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel. - If only category information is provided without specifying names in the tour program and/or options are available for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by Viyatravel 2 days before the trip. - During periods of fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located more than the specified distances. In such cases, information will be provided by Viyatravel 15 days before the tour departure date. - Triple rooms may be granted depending on hotel availability, and in such rooms, the bed allocated for the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed and 1 additional bed. Since additional beds consist of folding or convertible beds, the tour participant is deemed to have accepted any potential cramped conditions and bed types in the rooms for reservations for the 3rd person and/or children. Child discounts are applicable for one child who complies with the age group staying with 2 adults. - Breakfasts included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the respective country and generally consist of a limited menu called a continental breakfast, including butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall assigned to the group. - City tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of cities and are panoramic tours conducted by guiding narration from the vehicle, excluding museum and archaeological site entrances, lasting no more than 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours will not be conducted if local authorities do not permit visits to indicated places and/or due to any activities that make roads inaccessible or due to adverse weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted by public transport or on foot where vehicle entry is not permitted or roads are closed. - During travel, waiting times at customs gates crossed by road may exceed standards, and Viyatravel cannot be held responsible for any issues arising from these waiting times. - Extra tours are organized by Viyatravel with a minimum participation of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not reached, the tours may not be conducted, or extra tour prices, content, and the vehicle used may vary according to the number of participants. Additionally, the days and hours of the tours may change according to the open/closed status of museums and archaeological sites and weather conditions as determined by the guide. - Participation in extra tours is voluntary and not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in the extra tours organized during the tour agree to wait at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the start of the extra tour and will be picked up from where they were left after the completion of the tour. - For participants in air tours, the check-in and boarding procedures must be carried out personally by the guest at the relevant airline counters or online on the airline companies’ websites before the flight. - Viyatravel is not responsible for participants who do not arrive at the airport at the times specified by Viyatravel, who do not complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who perform check-in and boarding procedures on time but do not board the plane. For passengers who miss the flight, all expenses for new round-trip flight tickets and transfers in the destination area are their responsibility. - Viyatravel acts as an intermediary agency between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be delays with scheduled and charter flights, or times may change before the existing trip and flight. Viyatravel is obliged to inform guests of such changes as soon as possible. Passengers accept the risk of time changes when purchasing the trip. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and service fees. - The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of people as follows. Depending on the number of participants in each tour, the vehicle types listed below are assigned. Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 People) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo, *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner, *Temsa Safir/Maraton, *Man Fortuna Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 People) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega Minibuses: (Used for Up to 16 People) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter. - All guests shall be deemed to have accepted the sale of the tour by agreeing to the aforementioned provisions.