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Per Person 449 €

                                                                                                                                                                                      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
 

* All transportation services throughout the program
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* Accommodation for 1 night in Belgrade, 1 night in Sarajevo, 1 night in Trebinje or surroundings, 1 night in Ohrid, 1 night in Skopje at 3 or 4* hotels with breakfast included.
* Local Restaurant for Makedonian Night (Balkan Night)
* Local Restaurant for Bosnian Meatballs
* Three dinner meals in Belgrade, Trebinje, and Ohrid hotels or restaurants
* Vrelo Bosna National Park Tour
* Blagay Tour
* Počitelj Tour
* Sveti Naum Tour
* Matka Canyon Tour
* Thessaloniki Tour
* Mandatory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours specified in the program.
* Limited water service on board the vehicle
* Museum and archaeological site entries * Tours organized by the guide * All personal expenses * City Taxes (20 EUR per person, paid to the guide during the tour) * Lunches * Beverages consumed during meals * Tips for the driver and guide * MULTI SCHENGEN VISA OR MULTIPLE ENTRY BULGARIA VISA (HOLDERS OF GREEN PASSPORTS ARE EXEMPT FROM VISA). * Overseas exit fee * Overseas travel health insurance
INFORMATION ,
- Guests participating in the tour must have a valid multi-entry Schengen visa or a multi-entry Bulgarian visa during the tour duration. (Holders of Green Passports are exempt from the visa requirement.)
- To be able to shop and spend in all the countries included in the tour, it is sufficient to carry Euros. The guide will assist with currency exchange in regions where a local currency is used.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the night.
- In our tours, there is a rotational seat planning applied daily, and a fixed seat or front seat guarantee cannot be provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- To bring items (alcohol - cigarettes, etc.) into Turkey from abroad, a minimum accommodation of 3 days is required.
- The duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons , Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic drink (alcoholic drinks containing more than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne are excluded) , Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic drink (alcoholic drinks containing less than 22% alcohol, including wine and champagne) , Perfume: 600 ml , Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 items , Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg ,Coffee: 1 kg ,Tea: 1 kg 
- During the tour program, guides may change the program flow as long as they show all specified places, depending on weather and road conditions.
- Guests registered 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 will be applied, and in case of cancellation 20 days or less before the tour date, a 100% penalty will be applied. The submission of hospital reports, work leave documents, etc. from authorities in Turkey during cancellation requests, or the cancellation of hotels and services to be received abroad unfortunately will not be accepted.
-The tour program is organized with a minimum participation of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not provided for the trip, the last notification date for cancellation is 20 days before the tour departure. The canceled tour due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
-If only category information is provided without specifying names in the tour program and/or if there are options for the same destination, the hotels will be notified by Viyatravel 2 days before the tour departure.
-During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located at a distance greater than the specified kilometers. In such cases, Viyatravel will provide information 15 days before the tour departure date.
- Triple rooms can be assigned based on hotel availability, and the bed allocated to the 3rd person in these types of rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are made of folding and coach-bed types, the tour participant acknowledges that they accept any overcrowding and bed type that may occur in rooms when booking for 3rd persons and/or children. Child discounts apply only for a single child who meets the age criteria staying with 2 adults.
-The breakfasts included in the tour services are provided according to the breakfast culture of the country visited and generally consist of a limited menu known as a continental breakfast, including butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee and may be served in a separate hall allocated for groups.
-The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of cities and are conducted via vehicle with guide narration, excluding museum and archaeological site admissions, typically lasting no more than 2-3 hours. Viyatravel is not responsible for the inability to perform mentioned tours if local authorities do not permit visits or if roads are closed for any event, or if the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions. Some tours can be conducted using public transportation or on foot at locations where vehicle access is not allowed or where roads are closed.
- Waiting times at customs gates where road transitions occur may exceed standards, and Viyatravel cannot be held responsible for negative experiences arising from these waiting times.
-Extra tours are organized by local suppliers of Viyatravel with a minimum participation of 20 persons required. If sufficient numbers are not achieved, the trips cannot be conducted or the prices, content, and vehicles for extra trips may vary according to the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours can be changed by the guide depending on the opening/closing status of museums, archaeological sites to be visited.
- Extra tours are optional for participants and not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours organized during the tour are deemed to have accepted to wait at a suitable rest area on the way. These passengers will be dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and picked up from the drop-off point after the tour is completed.
- For those participating in air travel tours, check-in and boarding procedures must be carried out by the guests themselves before the flight at the respective airline counters at airports or online on the airlines' websites.
- Those who are not present at the specified airport at the times notified by Viyatravel for the tour, who do not perform check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who check-in and board on time but do not board the plane are not Viyatravel responsible for their inability to fly. The necessary costs for new round-trip flight tickets and transfer expenses in the visited area due to those who miss their flights are their responsibility.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of September 28, 1955. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and charter flights, and the travel times and schedule may change prior to the existing trip and flight. Viyatravel is obliged to inform these changes as soon as possible. Passengers accept the risk of schedule changes when purchasing the trip. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport taxes and service fees.
-The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified as follows based on the number of people. The types of vehicles listed below are assigned according to the number of people in each tour.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 Participants)  *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo   *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner -*Temsa Safir/Marathon *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 sale of the tour by agreeing to the above-mentioned terms.