New Year's Special Skopje and Ohrid Tour - 4 Days with Travel Enthusiasts
Summary Information
Vizesiz
3 Gece 4 Gün
İstanbul
Uçaklı
Makedonya
Bed and Breakfast
Guide
Professional
TÜRSAB guide
Insurance
Mandatory travel
including insurance
Guarantee
Minimum participants
departure guaranteed
Support
Throughout the tour
24/7 WhatsApp
Duration
3 Nights 4 Days
Departure
Istanbul
Person
Max 44
Transportation
Uçaklı
Tour Description
Day 1 — Istanbul – Skopje
Day 1: Istanbul – Skopje
We meet at Istanbul airport and fly to Skopje, North Macedonia, on Turkish Airlines flight TK1003 at 08:55. After a comfortable journey, we arrive at 08:25 local time and, after completing our entry procedures, we start our city tour with our private vehicle waiting for us. Skopje is known as the birthplace of the famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı. Among the places we will see here are Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and the Stone Bridge. We will take a walk along the banks of the Vardar River, observing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods across the river. During this walk, we will see the exterior of Macedonia Square, the Ottoman Bridge, and the Davut Pasha Bath. We will also visit the Clock Tower, built in the 16th century, and the Sultan Murat Mosque and Isa Bey Mosque from the 14th century.<\/p>
Day 2 — Skopje - Ohrid
Day 2: Skopje - Ohrid
We start the day with breakfast to explore the unique natural beauties and cultural riches of Macedonia. Our first stop is Tetova (Kalkandelen), one of Macedonia's most impressive towns. Here, we will visit the Alaca Mosque, one of the most colorful mosques in the Balkans. The exterior of this mosque, built in the 15th century, offers a stunning view with its vibrant colors and detailed decorations. While discovering this rare example of Ottoman architecture, we will embark on a journey into the depths of history. After our visit to Tetova, we continue our journey towards Ohrid, accompanied by lush mountains and azure lakes. Along the way, we will be greeted by the magnificent landscapes of Macedonia. Upon reaching Ohrid, we will begin to explore one of the important centers of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans.<\/p>
Day 3 — Ohrid
Day 3: Ohrid
After our breakfast, we embark on the Resne-Manastır tour. This tour begins with our private buses heading towards Resne. On the way, we will visit the Palace of Niyazi, one of the most recognized figures of the Committee of Union and Progress. Then we proceed to Manastır. During our visit to Manastır (Bitola), we will see the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, Ishak Mosque, Yeni Mosque, and the Military High School from which Atatürk graduated, as well as the Atatürk Museum from the outside. These visits will provide some of the most emotional moments of our trip. After our tour, we return to Ohrid and spend the night at our hotel.<\/p>
Resne – Manastır Tour 40 Eur per person<\/p>
This tour begins with a private bus heading towards Resne. Along the way, we will follow the traces of the three most famous figures of the Committee of Union and Progress.<\/p>
Day 4 — Ohrid – Skopje
Day 4: Ohrid – Skopje
After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and head towards Skopje. Upon arrival in Skopje, we start our city tour. Skopje is known as the birthplace of the famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı. Among the places we will see here are Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and the Stone Bridge. We will walk along the banks of the Vardar River, observing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods on the opposite side. During this walk, we will see the exterior of Macedonia Square, the Ottoman Bridge, and the Davut Pasha Bath. Additionally, we will visit the Clock Tower, built in the 16th century, and the Sultan Murat Mosque and Isa Bey Mosque from the 14th century. We will have free time in the Turkish bazaar.<\/p>
Program
Download Itinerary (PDF)Day 1 — Day 1 — Istanbul – Skopje
Day 1: Istanbul – Skopje
We meet at Istanbul airport and fly to Skopje, North Macedonia, on Turkish Airlines flight TK1003 at 08:55. After a comfortable journey, we arrive at 08:25 local time and, after completing our entry procedures, we start our city tour with our private vehicle waiting for us. Skopje is known as the birthplace of the famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı. Among the places we will see here are Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and the Stone Bridge. We will take a walk along the banks of the Vardar River, observing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods across the river. During this walk, we will see the exterior of Macedonia Square, the Ottoman Bridge, and the Davut Pasha Bath. We will also visit the Clock Tower, built in the 16th century, and the Sultan Murat Mosque and Isa Bey Mosque from the 14th century.
Day 2 — Day 2 — Skopje - Ohrid
Day 2: Skopje - Ohrid
We start the day with breakfast to explore the unique natural beauties and cultural riches of Macedonia. Our first stop is Tetova (Kalkandelen), one of Macedonia's most impressive towns. Here, we will visit the Alaca Mosque, one of the most colorful mosques in the Balkans. The exterior of this mosque, built in the 15th century, offers a stunning view with its vibrant colors and detailed decorations. While discovering this rare example of Ottoman architecture, we will embark on a journey into the depths of history. After our visit to Tetova, we continue our journey towards Ohrid, accompanied by lush mountains and azure lakes. Along the way, we will be greeted by the magnificent landscapes of Macedonia. Upon reaching Ohrid, we will begin to explore one of the important centers of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans.
Day 3 — Day 3 — Ohrid
Day 3: Ohrid
After our breakfast, we embark on the Resne-Manastır tour. This tour begins with our private buses heading towards Resne. On the way, we will visit the Palace of Niyazi, one of the most recognized figures of the Committee of Union and Progress. Then we proceed to Manastır. During our visit to Manastır (Bitola), we will see the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, Ishak Mosque, Yeni Mosque, and the Military High School from which Atatürk graduated, as well as the Atatürk Museum from the outside. These visits will provide some of the most emotional moments of our trip. After our tour, we return to Ohrid and spend the night at our hotel.
Resne – Manastır Tour 40 Eur per person
This tour begins with a private bus heading towards Resne. Along the way, we will follow the traces of the three most famous figures of the Committee of Union and Progress.
Day 4 — Day 4 — Ohrid – Skopje
Day 4: Ohrid – Skopje
After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and head towards Skopje. Upon arrival in Skopje, we start our city tour. Skopje is known as the birthplace of the famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı. Among the places we will see here are Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and the Stone Bridge. We will walk along the banks of the Vardar River, observing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods on the opposite side. During this walk, we will see the exterior of Macedonia Square, the Ottoman Bridge, and the Davut Pasha Bath. Additionally, we will visit the Clock Tower, built in the 16th century, and the Sultan Murat Mosque and Isa Bey Mosque from the 14th century. We will have free time in the Turkish bazaar.
Inclusions
- Included Services:
- • Round-trip flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to Skopje and back with Turkish Airlines
- • Accommodation for a total of 3 nights, including 1 night in Skopje and 2 nights in Ohrid, in a 4-star hotel category
- • Breakfasts provided in the mornings
- • All transfer services included in the program
- • Organization of city tours specified in the program
- • Professional Turkish guiding services
- • Mandatory professional liability insurance
Exclusions
- Excluded Services:
- • International exit visa fee
- • Travel insurance (up to 65 years): 20.-Eur
- • Travel insurance (ages 66-75): 40.-Eur
- • All hotel extras and personal expenses
- • City and hotel taxes: (City tax, check point fees, local service fees, handling fees, bus entry fees, and operational service costs amounting to 20 Euros per person, which will be collected in cash by the guide before the start of the tour)
- • Optional tours
Cancellation Policy
**GENERAL TERMS** 1. General Terms are an integral part of the tour program and should be evaluated together with the tour program. 2. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the Agency has the right to cancel the tour up to 21 days before the travel date. In this case, the cancellation information will be communicated to the guest, and the tour fee will be fully refunded. Refunds for additional services taken outside the tour; while domestic connecting flights will be refunded by the Agency, services such as visa services and travel health insurance will not be refunded if used. If a visa application has not been made, a refund will be made for the cancellation of these services. If the guest has purchased the domestic connecting flight from a source other than the Agency, they cannot request any refund from the Agency in the event of tour cancellation. Any material and moral damages that may arise due to tour cancellation are accepted by the guest, and the Agency cannot be held responsible. 3. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the Agency may show goodwill not to cancel. In this case, the guiding service provided to the guest will only cover the international round-trip transfer. **Cancellation and Change** 4. Transportation tickets for our tours are arranged at the time of reservation. Cancellations made more than 30 days before the tour departure date will incur a penalty for the flight tickets subject to cancellation and change requests. 5. Our guests can notify the Agency in writing up to 30 days before the tour departure date.
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Who is this tour suitable for?
This tour, lasting 3 Nights 4 Days and departing from Istanbul, is suitable for guests looking to explore the Makedonya route, seeking comfortable transportation and a guided program. You can join as a family, couple, or group of friends.
Why should you choose this tour from İstanbul?
You can join the tour without wasting time with a single departure point from İstanbul and its surroundings. Transportation and program for tours departing from İstanbul are organized with the assurance of Gezi Tutkunları; you can check the page for current prices and departure dates or make a reservation.
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