Vizesiz
7 Gece 8 Gün
İstanbul
Uçaklı
Arnavutluk, Bosna-Hersek, Kuzey Makedonya, Sırbistan
Yarım Pansiyon
Guide
Professional
TÜRSAB guide
Insurance
Mandatory travel
including insurance
Guarantee
Minimum participants
departure guaranteed
Support
Throughout the tour
24/7 WhatsApp
Duration
7 Nights 8 Days
Departure
Istanbul
Person
Max 44
Transportation
Uçaklı
After completing our ticket, baggage, and boarding procedures at Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departure Terminal, we depart for Sarajevo at 12:45 with Ajet Airlines flight number VF97. After approximately one and a half hours of flight, we arrive in Sarajevo at 12:50 local time, and after completing the entry procedures, we conduct our city tour of Sarajevo with our private vehicle waiting at the airport. Sarajevo has been the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries and is historically known as the place where World War I broke out after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary by Serbs in 1914. During the 1992 war, it suffered great destruction due to the devastating wars between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks, yet Sarajevo has managed to largely preserve its beauty. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the famous Baščaršija, the historic Ottoman inn Morica Han, the Catholic Cathedral reflecting the city’s religious cosmopolitanism, the Synagogue, the Hüsrev Bey and Ferhadiye Mosques, the Latin Bridge where the assassination of Franz Ferdinand took place in 1914, the Old Library, and the Western-style buildings that emerged during the 40 years of Austro-Hungarian rule. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
After breakfast, we depart from Sarajevo. Our first stop will be Mostar, famous for its historical, cultural, and architectural richness. Here, we will see the Mostar Bridge, built in 1557 by Architect Hayreddin, a student of Mimar Sinan, and considered one of the finest examples of Ottoman architecture. This bridge was destroyed during the war in 1992 but was rebuilt in 2004 in its original form with significant contributions from the Republic of Turkey, and it has become a symbol of Mostar once again. We will have the opportunity to explore the historic bazaar and stone streets surrounding this elegantly connecting bridge over the Neretva River. After discovering the enchanting atmosphere of Mostar, we will visit the Koski Mehmet Pasha Mosque, one of the city's most important religious structures. Here, we will examine the architectural details from the Ottoman period and enjoy the magnificent view of the Mostar Bridge from the mosque's courtyard. Next, we head to Blagaj, known for its natural beauty and peaceful environment. Blagaj is an impressive settlement established at the source of the Buna River, the strongest water source in Europe, where history and nature intertwine. After a short free time here, we move on to Počitelj, which carries the past to the present with its stone houses and historical texture. In Počitelj, known as the Turkish Village, which has largely preserved its historical texture, we will have the chance to closely see the works built by the Ottomans in the 16th century and feel the unique atmosphere of the region. After our tour, we transfer back to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
Počitelj Tour Included! | Blagaj Tour INCLUDED! | Mostar Tour INCLUDED!
Sarajevo - Mostar: 120 km | Mostar - Blagaj: 12 km | Blagaj – Počitelj: 22 km | Počitelj - Sarajevo: 150 km
Total distance to be covered: 304 km
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and start a pleasant journey towards Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. Throughout history, Belgrade has been one of the most important cultural and strategic centers of the Balkans, and today it draws attention with its liveliness, dynamism, and historical texture. In this captivating city, we will have the opportunity to explore the intersection of Ottoman and European cultures. Upon our arrival in Belgrade, a panoramic city tour begins, where we will discover the grandeur of the city. Here, you can feel the historical atmosphere and explore the texture that combines Belgrade's past and present. Next, we head to one of the city's most impressive points, where the Sava River meets the Danube River. It will be a great pleasure to explore this area, which has been the focus of many conquests and victories throughout history. While continuing to explore this ancient city, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded but the conquest was destined for Kanuni Sultan Süleyman, you will encounter the Belgrade Fortress, which was used as a supply center for the Ottoman navy. While tracing the traces of history in this fortress, we will see important points such as Kale Square and Stone Square. During our tour, we will visit the Tomb of Şehit Ali Pasha, one of the important figures of the Ottoman period, and the Bayraklı Mosque, one of the rare Ottoman structures still standing in Belgrade. During these visits, you will delve into Belgrade's rich history and gain insight into the cultural heritage from the Ottoman period. At the end of our tour, we leave behind the history and vibrant atmosphere of the city and head to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
Sarajevo – Belgrade: 287 km
After breakfast, we head to Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Skopje is one of the important cultural centers of the Balkans with its Ottoman heritage and modern structures. We start our tour with the historical sites in Skopje, the city where the famous Turkish poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı was born. Our first stop is the Mustafa Pasha Mosque, one of the largest and most magnificent mosques in the city, built in 1492. Then we visit the Murat Pasha Mosque, built in the 15th century. This mosque is particularly noted for its decorations and architecture from the Ottoman period. Continuing our tour, we will see the Kapan Han and Sulu Han, located in the heart of Skopje. These buildings, which are beautiful examples of Ottoman period inns, were once important centers where merchants stayed and traded. Next, we visit the Stone Bridge, which has become a symbol of Skopje. This bridge, built in the 15th century, connects both sides of the Vardar River. Walking from the Stone Bridge, we will continue our tour by seeing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods along the banks of the Vardar River. During our riverside walk, we pass through Macedonia Square. This square is the largest and most central point in Skopje, surrounded by modern buildings. Here, we will encounter the statue of Alexander the Great and other monuments. Then, we see the Ottoman Bridge from the 15th century from the outside and visit the Davut Pasha Bath to once again feel the grandeur of the Ottoman period. We continue to explore the city by walking towards Skopje’s Turkish Bazaar. Before reaching the bazaar, we see the Clock Tower, one of the symbolic structures of Skopje, built in the 16th century. Here, we will visit the Sultan Murat Mosque and the Isa Bey Mosque, which are among the early Ottoman mosques in the city. The mosques are an important part of the city's Islamic heritage and are noted for their architecture. Finally, we give free time in the Turkish Bazaar. In this bazaar, you can find many products from traditional handicrafts to souvenirs. After enjoying your time in the bazaar, we will return to our hotel for the evening.
Dinner: An unforgettable dinner awaits you accompanied by traditional Balkan music and local dance performances. You will have the opportunity to explore the entertaining and cultural side of Skopje during this special Balkan night, hosted at one of the region's finest venues, Restaurant Gardenia. With live performances of the best music and folklore of the Balkans, performed by our artists, all of whom are conservatory students and teachers, we will transform this night into an authentic experience. We will be delighted to host you at our own Restaurant Gardenia Skopje. Overnight stay at our hotel in Skopje.
Balkan Night INCLUDED!
Belgrade – Skopje: 430 km
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and head towards Pristina, the capital of Kosovo. Upon our arrival in Pristina, we start our panoramic city tour, where we will explore the modern and historical aspects of Kosovo. During our tour, we will also visit many valuable structures from the Ottoman period. We will see the Fatih Sultan Mehmed Mosque and the 18th-century Yaşar Pasha Mosque. During this trip through the city’s historical heritage, we will have the opportunity to visit the Tomb of Sultan Murad Hüdavendigâr, who was killed in the Kosovo Plain as a result of the Battle of Kosovo in 1389, commemorating this significant historical event and its place in Ottoman history. After our tour in Pristina, we head to Prizren, known as the cultural capital of Kosovo. Upon arrival, we begin to explore the narrow streets of Prizren, filled with architecture reminiscent of an Anatolian Ottoman city and shop signs in Turkish. In the city, we will visit the Sinan Pasha Mosque, one of the most important structures of Ottoman architecture. Other important Ottoman works to be seen include the Halveti Tekke, the Bayraklı Mosque, and the Mehmet Pasha Bath. After spending some free time in Prizren, we begin our journey back to Skopje in the evening. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel and after having dinner, we retire to our rooms. Overnight stay at our hotel in Skopje.
Pristina Tour INCLUDED! | Prizren Tour INCLUDED!
Skopje – Pristina: 90 km | Pristina – Prizren: 85 km | Prizren – Skopje: 165 km
Total distance to be covered: 340 km
After breakfast, our first stop is Tetova (Kalkandelen), one of Macedonia's dazzling towns. Here, we will visit the Alaca Mosque, one of the most colorful and impressive mosques in the Balkans. Built in the 15th century, this mosque will enchant you with its vibrant colors and detailed decorations on its exterior. While exploring this rare example of Ottoman architecture, we will embark on a journey into the depths of history. After our visit in Tetova, we head towards Resne and Manastir (Bitola), famous for its magnificent nature and historical richness. We are on our way to Manastir, which was once one of the most important cultural and trade centers of the Ottoman Empire. Upon our arrival in Manastir, we will visit the Military High School, where the great leader Atatürk studied, and the Atatürk Museum from the outside. In this magical city, we will also discover historical artifacts from the Ottoman period, such as the Turkish Bazaar, the Bedesten, the Ishak Pasha Mosque, and the New Mosque. While feeling the historical texture of Manastir, you will have the chance to take a pleasant walk through the nostalgic streets of the city. After a short break here, we continue to Resne, where we will see the Palace of Resneli Niyazi Bey, an important figure who made his mark in Balkan history, from a panoramic view. Resne offers a captivating atmosphere with both its nature and Ottoman traces. After our tour, we head towards Ohrid. Breathtaking views will accompany us along the way. Upon our arrival in Ohrid, we will conduct a tour introducing the historic city of Ohrid, which was one of the important bases of the Ottomans in the Balkans. Among the places we will see during our tour are the Monument of Saints Cyril and Methodius, believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet in the 9th century, and the Church of St. Sophia. We will also have the opportunity to stroll around the heart of the city, Çınar Square, and explore the old Turkish Bazaar from the Ottoman period. Here, you can visit the Halveti Tekke and closely feel the cultural texture of the city. Afterward, we will visit the New Bazaar and Ohrid Market, witnessing the daily life of the local people. Finally, the famous lake of Ohrid and its stunning views will accompany our tour. After our tour, we will have free time and transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel. After dinner, you can enjoy the enchanting atmosphere of Ohrid in the quiet of the night, take a short walk by the lake, or retreat to your rooms to rest.
Tetova (Kalkandelen) Tour INCLUDED! | Resne Tour INCLUDED! | Manastir (Bitola) Tour INCLUDED!
Skopje – Tetova: 52 km | Tetova - Manastir: 149 km | Manastır – Resne: 30 km | Resne – Ohrid: 35 km
Total distance to be covered: 266 km
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and embark on an exciting journey towards St. Naum, known as "A Piece of Heaven in the Balkans," where the source of Lake Ohrid and the St. Naum Monastery are located. In this enchanting place, you will have the opportunity to photograph the unique beauty of the landscapes located in the heart of nature. During our free time, we will enjoy exploring this historical and natural wonder. After our tour of Sveti Naum, we head towards Tirana, the capital of Albania, passing through Elbasan. Upon arrival in Tirana, which is rich in history and culture, an impressive tour awaits us, where we will explore Tirana, considered the center of Bektashism in Europe. Upon our arrival in Tirana, we will visit the Ethem Bey Mosque, one of the most important symbols of the city, which began construction in 1789 and was completed in 1923. We take a short break at Skanderbeg Square, where we see the statue of Skanderbeg proudly rising in the center of the square. The Clock Tower, a symbol of Tirana built by Ethem Bey in 1821, is also one of the highlights of our tour. Then, we visit the meaningful Peace Bell, made from the lead melted by children from Shkodra during the uprising in 1999. During this tour, the modern face of Tirana and its historical past will come together, allowing you to create unforgettable memories. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay and dinner at our hotel.
Sveti Naum Tour INCLUDED! | Tirana Tour INCLUDED!
Ohrid – Sveti Naum: 21 km | Sveti Naum - Elbasan : 104 km | Elbasan – Tirana : 38 km
Total distance to be covered: 163 km
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and transfer to the airport. After completing ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 13:30 with AJet Airlines flight number VF368. We arrive at Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 17:15, marking the end of our tour. We bid farewell to our esteemed guests, hoping to see you again on your next journey.
*Balkan Special Cancellation Insurance Package: 50 Euro*
(With the cancellation insurance package application, we offer our guests the right to cancel their reservations without penalty under any circumstances. With this application, it is possible to cancel your reservation up to 9 days before the departure date of the tour. In case of cancellation, the full tour fee will be refunded, while the cancellation insurance package fee and any additional service fees (Visa, insurance, etc.) will not be refunded.)
**The specified cancellation insurance package does not apply to group reservations.**
**There are limited quotas for each tour.**
All departure dates open for sale and per-person prices. Sold-out or closed dates are not listed. TL amounts are approximate at the current exchange rate; the exact amount is calculated at booking.
Day 1: Istanbul – Sarajevo
After completing our ticket, baggage, and boarding procedures at Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departure Terminal, we depart for Sarajevo at 12:45 with Ajet Airlines flight number VF97. After approximately one and a half hours of flight, we arrive in Sarajevo at 12:50 local time, and after completing the entry procedures, we conduct our city tour of Sarajevo with our private vehicle waiting at the airport. Sarajevo has been the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries and is historically known as the place where World War I broke out after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary by Serbs in 1914. During the 1992 war, it suffered great destruction due to the devastating wars between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks, yet Sarajevo has managed to largely preserve its beauty. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the famous Baščaršija, the historic Ottoman inn Morica Han, the Catholic Cathedral reflecting the city’s religious cosmopolitanism, the Synagogue, the Hüsrev Bey and Ferhadiye Mosques, the Latin Bridge where the assassination of Franz Ferdinand took place in 1914, the Old Library, and the Western-style buildings that emerged during the 40 years of Austro-Hungarian rule. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
1- General Terms are an integral part of the tour program and cannot be considered independently from the tour program. 2- If sufficient participation for the trip is not achieved, the Agency may cancel the tour up to 21 days before the departure date. In such a case, cancellation information will be communicated to the guest. The full tour fee will be refunded to the guest. In the case of refunds for additional services purchased outside the tour, domestic flight connections purchased from the Agency will also be refunded to the guest, while visa services and travel health insurance will not be refunded if a visa application has been made on behalf of the guest. If no visa application has been made, the visa and travel health insurance will also be canceled and a refund will be made. If the guest has purchased the domestic flight connection from a different product provider independently of the Agency, in the event of cancellation of the trip by the Agency, no refund can be requested from the Agency. The guest accepts in advance any material and moral losses that may arise due to the cancellation of the tour, and the Agency cannot be held responsible. 3- If sufficient participation for the trip is not achieved, the Agency has the right to show goodwill and not cancel the tour. In this case, since the tour will be provided individually for the guest, the included guiding service will only cover the airport transfers for the international round trip. Cancellation and Change 4- In our tours, tickets for transportation are arranged at the time of reservation. For cancellations made more than 30 days before the tour departure date, the ticket prices for these flights, which do not have cancellation, change, and refund rights, will be reflected as a penalty. 5- Guests have the right to cancel without penalty, provided they notify the Agency in writing at least 30 days before the tour departure date, except for airline tickets that have been paid for and/or committed to the airline. In the case of less than 31 days remaining until the trip start date, the guest can cancel by paying a penalty equal to 50% of the remaining tour fee from the airfare. In the case of cancellation requests, the refund conditions for additional services such as domestic flight connections, visa services, and travel health insurance may vary depending on the time of the cancellation request, so it is necessary to inquire in advance about the refund conditions. The Agency cannot make any commitments regarding the refund of additional services. Guiding Services and Extra Tours 6- The days and times of the tours specified in the program may be changed by the guide according to the open/closed status of the museums and historical sites at the places to be visited and weather conditions. Different guides may accompany our guests during the tours. 7- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of the cities and are panoramic tours conducted from the vehicle without including museum or historical site entrances, lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, are not the responsibility of the agency if they cannot be conducted due to local authorities not allowing entry or any event causing closed roads, or if the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted by public transport or on foot where roads are closed or vehicle entry is not allowed. 8- Our guide may change the days of city tours and/or additional tours based on the number of participants and the closure status of the museum or historical site, depending on changes that may occur in flight times. 9- For tours to be conducted with Speed Boats, it is essential to avoid heavy meals and excessive water intake just before boarding the boat. Guests with stomach, back, neck complaints, and pregnant guests must inform their guides about their conditions. 10- There is no refund for participation in the tour or meal services included in the price if they are not utilized. About Flights 11- The Agency acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger, and in case of any disputes, the relevant provisions of Turkish legislation, as well as the Hague Protocol and the Warsaw Convention, will apply. 12- Delays or changes in flight times may occur on scheduled and charter flights. The Agency is obliged to inform about these changes as soon as possible. The passenger has purchased the trip accepting the risk of changes/cancellations in flight times. 13- Children aged 0-2 only pay the airport tax fee. 14- According to the airline rules; if the outbound flight of round-trip tickets purchased is not used, the return flight will be canceled by the airline. 15- Check-in and boarding procedures for those participating in tours with flights are personal responsibilities, and these procedures must be carried out by the guest at the airports, at the relevant airline counters, or online on the airline's websites before the flight. 16- Last-minute delays and gate changes during flights are announced at the airports and displayed on the information boards at the airport. This information must be followed by the guests themselves. 17- The Agency is not responsible for passengers who are not present at the specified airport at the times indicated by the airline rules for participation in the tour, do not carry out check-in and boarding procedures on time, or do not board the plane despite completing the check-in and boarding procedures on time. All expenses related to obtaining new round-trip tickets and transfers in the destination area for guests who miss their flights are their responsibility. 18- The general baggage weight for flights departing from Turkey is 20 kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. If there are domestic flights in the destination country, this baggage weight may drop to 15 kg. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of the Agency. 19- For guests who wish to upgrade their tickets with miles (to business or first class); upgrade procedures can be carried out depending on the availability of the airline (check the airline you are a member of) after the tickets are issued. No guarantee is given for upgrades for each flight. Check whether the tickets for the program are in an upgradeable class. 20- In some airlines, food and drink and online check-in services may incur extra charges. Other Matters 21- The Agency will not accept responsibility for any changes or cancellation processes made by the guest directly contacting the hotel. In this case, the Agency's cancellation conditions will apply. 22- In cases where the hotel(s) are specified only by category information without mentioning names in the tour program and/or offered as options for the same destination, the Agency will inform the guest 48 hours before the trip departure. 23- During special periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, and sports tournaments, hotels may be used farther than the specified locations or kilometers. In such cases, the Agency will inform 15 days before the departure date of the tour. 24- When registering for the purchased tour; the guest must correctly enter/declare the name, date of birth, and passport number as it appears on the passport in the system. Flight tickets are issued according to this information. Penalty fees for cancellations or changes to flight tickets resulting from incorrect information will be charged to the guests. 25- To use your mobile phones abroad, check with the company your line belongs to before leaving Turkey to ensure that your phone is activated for international use. 26- The hotel check-in time is 15:00, and the check-out time is 12:00. 27- Requests regarding the room (high floor, close to common areas, smoking/non-smoking, bed type) are communicated to the hotel by the Agency. Care is taken to ensure that the reserved rooms align with the guests' preferences according to the hotel's availability. The fulfillment of these requests depends on availability at the time of check-in and cannot be guaranteed by the Agency. 28- Breakfasts offered at hotels may differ from the rich breakfast traditionally found in Turkish cuisine. Generally, they are served with limited options consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for groups. 29- In some cases, a double bed may be provided instead of twin beds. Most European hotels offer rooms with two beds that can be combined if necessary. 30- The child and extra bed policy may vary by hotel and room types. 31- Any additional bed and baby cot will be provided upon request and subject to the hotel's availability and must be approved by the hotel. 32- The capacity for additional beds or baby cots in the room is 1 (maximum). 33- In triple rooms, there is an application for an additional bed, 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 additional bed. Additional beds consist of folding beds and coach beds. Our guests are deemed to have accepted the potential crowding and bed type due to additional beds added to standard rooms in triple room and/or child reservations. 34- In hotel reservations, if the number of children staying with adults and the ages of the children are incorrectly declared by our guests, the relevant hotels may charge extra fees. In such a case, the responsibility lies with the guest who made the incorrect declaration. The hotel may request identification for age verification for children. 35- In reservations for 2 adults + 1 child, there may not be a separate bed for the child. Child prices are only valid if the child stays with two adults. Child discounts apply to the age group that matches the “only child” staying with 2 adults. 36- Daily currency exchange rates are reflected in TL prices. The rates at the time of payment are valid. Your additional requests and some extra services you will receive at the hotel (mini-bar, ironing, etc.) will be subject to extra charges by the hotel. These expenses are not included in the price at the time of purchase and are paid directly to the hotel during your stay. 37- Some countries have different applications regarding city, tourism, or local taxes. All such city, tourism, or other taxes applied will be collected from the guest by the hotel during entry or exit. 38- The road distances given in the programs are based on maps. Travel times may be extended due to traffic, weather conditions, the geographical location of the visited country, road works, and conditions. 39- The Agency may change the order of cities in the program and the main airline to be flown without disrupting the content of the program in case of mandatory situations or when deemed necessary. 40- The personal belongings, bags, suitcases, passports/IDs of the participants in the tour are their own responsibility, and the Agency is not responsible for forgotten/lost/stolen items. In the case of forgotten items being found, the costs incurred during their delivery to the country and/or the person will be borne by the owner of the item. 41- Participants in the tour are required to carry their travel health insurance policies and any relevant medications and reports if they have health issues. 42- For possible extra expenses, upon check-in at the hotel, official identification with a photo/passport and a credit card or cash deposit may be requested by the hotel. The refund of the deposit requested at check-out is a transaction between the hotel and the guest, and the Agency has no intervention in this matter.
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