Tour Detail
Day 1: Izmir – Belgrade
Meeting at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport departure terminal. Departure to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, on AJet flight VF1001 at 17:05. After a comfortable and pleasant flight, arrival at 17:55 local time, and after entry procedures into the country, transfer to the hotel with our private vehicle waiting at the airport. Dinner and overnight at our hotel
Day 2: Belgrade – Sarajevo
After breakfast, we depart for Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Upon arrival, a city that for centuries was the cultural capital of the Balkans and has gone down in history as the place where World War I broke out following the assassination of Austrian-Hungarian Crown Prince Archduke Franz Ferdinand by the Serbs in 1914. In the 1992 war, it suffered great destruction as a result of the devastating conflicts between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks, but Sarajevo managed to preserve much of 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 Gazi Husrev Bey and Ferhadija Mosques, the Latin Bridge where Franz Ferdinand’s assassination took place in 1914, the Old Library, and the Western-style buildings formed during the city’s 40-year Austro-Hungarian rule. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.
Belgrade - Sarajevo: 294 km
Day 3: Sarajevo - Mostar - Blagaj - Počitelj - Medugorje
After breakfast, we depart from Sarajevo. Our first stop is Mostar, famous for its historical and cultural richness. Here we will see the Mostar Bridge, built in 1557 by Architect Hayreddin and one of the masterpieces of Ottoman architecture. This bridge was destroyed in 1992, but was rebuilt in 2004 with the contributions of the Republic of Turkey. After exploring the enchanting atmosphere of Mostar, we will visit the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque. Then we head to Blagaj. Blagaj was established at the source of the Buna River, one of the strongest water springs in Europe. After a short free time here, we proceed to Počitelj. By visiting Počitelj, preserved with its historical texture and known as the Turkish Village, we will see the works made by the Ottomans in the 16th century. Finally, we head to Medugorje. Medugorje is a peaceful place famous for its religious visitors. After arrival at our hotel, we retreat to our rooms to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Sarajevo - Mostar: 130 km | Mostar - Blagaj: 12 km | Blagaj - Počitelj: 30 km | Počitelj - Medugorje: 20 km
Total distance to be covered: 192 km
Počitelj Tour Included ! | Blagaj Tour Included ! | Mostar Tour Included !
Day 4: Medugorje – Sv. Stefan – Budva – Kotor – Shkodër
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and set off toward the enchanting Kotor. During our journey, you will enjoy magnificent views. When we arrive in Kotor, on our walking tour in this medieval town famous for its fjords in the Balkans, you will feel the historical atmosphere of the narrow streets and the old town and discover the heart of Kotor. With its unique architecture and sea view, this small town will take you on a journey through time. Then, our next stop is Budva, one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Balkans! After our panoramic city tour, we head to Sv. Stefan, famous for its rich history and dazzling views. We will admire the magnificent view of this islet from above. This area, every corner of which looks like a postcard, is an ideal spot for photography. After all these discoveries, we move on to Shkodër, the beautiful city of Albania. After our dinner at the hotel, we retreat to our rooms to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Međugorje - Kotor: 80 km | Kotor - Budva: 22 km | Budva - Sv. Stefan: 15 km | Sv. Stefan - Shkodër: 85 km
Total distance to be covered: 202 km
Sv. Stefan Tour Included ! | Budva Tour Included ! | Kotor Tour Included !
Day 5: Shkodër – Tirana - Ohrid
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and head toward Tirana, the capital of Albania. In this beautiful city rich in historical and cultural aspects, an impressive tour awaits us as we discover Tirana, considered the center of Bektashism in Europe. Upon arrival in Tirana, we visit the Ethem Bey Mosque, one of the city’s most important symbols. This structure, whose construction began in 1789 and was completed in 1923, is one of Albania’s cultural heritages. We take a short break at Skanderbeg Square and see the Skanderbeg Statue proudly standing in the middle 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. During this tour, Tirana’s modern face and historical past come together, allowing you to create unforgettable memories. After free time, we travel to Ohrid. Breathtaking views will accompany us along the way. Upon arrival in Ohrid, we will take a tour introducing the historic city of Ohrid, which was once one of the important Ottoman strongholds in the Balkans. Places we will see during our tour include: the Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius, 9th-century Byzantine monks believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet, and important structures such as the Church of St. Sophia. We will also have the opportunity to walk around Çınar Square, the heart of the city, and visit the Turkish Bazaar dating from the old Ottoman period. Here you can visit the Halveti Tekke and experience the city’s cultural texture up close. Then, by touring the New Bazaar and Ohrid Market, you will witness the daily life of the local people. Finally, Ohrid’s famous lake and its enchanting view will accompany our tour. After the tour, free time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight and dinner at our hotel. After dinner, you can enjoy Ohrid’s enchanting atmosphere in the silence of the night, take a short walk along the lakeshore, or retreat to your rooms and rest.
Shkodër – Tirana: 100 km | Tirana – Ohrid : 135 km
Total distance to be covered: 235 km
Tirana Tour Included !
Day 6: Ohrid – Tetova (Kalkandelen) – Skopje
After breakfast, we pack our suitcases and set off to discover Macedonia’s unique nature and cultural treasures. Our first stop is Tetova (Kalkandelen), one of Macedonia’s most striking towns. Here, we will visit the Painted Mosque, one of the most colorful and impressive mosques in the Balkans. Built in the 15th century, this mosque will fascinate you with its vivid colors and detailed decorations on the exterior. As we discover this rare example of Ottoman architecture, we will embark on a journey into the depths of history. After our visit in Tetova, we head toward Pristina, the capital of Kosovo, accompanied by lush green mountains. Upon arrival in Pristina after our journey, we begin our panoramic city tour where we will discover 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 tour through the city’s historical heritage, we will have the opportunity to commemorate this important historical event and its place in Ottoman history by visiting the Tomb of Ottoman Sultan Murad I Hüdavendigâr, who was killed in the Kosovo Plain as a result of the Battle of Kosovo in 1389. After our tour in Pristina, we head toward Skopje. The breathtaking landscapes of Macedonia will accompany us along the way. Upon arrival in Skopje, our first stop is the Mustafa Pasha Mosque, one of the city’s largest and most magnificent mosques, built in 1492. Then we visit the Murat Pasha Mosque, built in the 15th century. This mosque is especially notable for its Ottoman-era craftsmanship and architecture. Continuing our tour, we will see Kapan Han and Sulu Han located in the heart of Skopje. Fine examples of Ottoman inns, these structures were once important centers where merchants stayed and traded. Later, we visit the Stone Bridge, which has become a symbol of Skopje. Built in the 15th century, this bridge connects the two banks of the Vardar River. Walking across the Stone Bridge, we will continue our tour by seeing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods along the Vardar River. During our riverside walk, we pass through Macedonia Square. This square is Skopje’s largest and most central point and is 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 outside, dating from the 15th century, and visit the Davut Pasha Hammam, once again feeling the magnificence of the Ottoman period. We continue exploring the city by walking toward Skopje’s Turkish Bazaar. Before reaching the bazaar, we see the Clock Tower, one of Skopje’s symbolic structures, built in the 16th century. Here, we will visit the Sultan Murad Mosque and the Isa Bey Mosque, among the early-period mosques of the Ottoman Empire. The mosques are an important part of the city’s Islamic heritage and stand out with their architecture. Finally, we give free time in the Turkish Bazaar. In this bazaar, you can find many products ranging from traditional handicrafts to souvenirs. After the pleasant time you spend in the bazaar, we will return to our hotel in the evening.
Dinner: A magnificent dinner awaits you, accompanied by traditional Balkan music and local dance performances. With this special Balkan night, you will have the opportunity to discover Skopje’s entertaining and cultural side. Our groups will be hosted at Restaurant Gardenia Skopje, the most popular venue in the region, where the best Balkan music and folklore are kept alive, featuring live performances by artists composed entirely of conservatory students and teachers, with no playback, and only Balkan night events are organized. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Ohrid – Tetova (Kalkandelen): 130 km | Tetova (Kalkandelen) – Pristina: 125 km | Pristina – Skopje: 90 km
Total distance to be covered: 345 km
Pristina Tour Included ! |Kalkandelen (Tetova) Tour Included ! | Dinner with Balkan Night Tour Included !
Day 7: Skopje - Belgrade
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and set off toward Pristina, the capital of Kosovo. Upon arrival in Pristina after our journey, we begin our panoramic city tour where we will discover the modern and historical aspects of Kosovo. During this 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 tour through the city’s historical heritage, we will have the opportunity to commemorate this important historical event and its place in Ottoman history by visiting the Tomb of Ottoman Sultan Murad I Hüdavendigâr, who was killed in the Kosovo Plain as a result of the Battle of Kosovo in 1389. After our tour in Pristina, we begin a pleasant journey to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. Belgrade, one of the Balkans’ most important cultural and strategic centers throughout history, stands out today with its vibrancy, liveliness, and historical texture. In this enchanting city, we will have the opportunity to discover the intersection point of Ottoman and European cultures. Upon arrival in Belgrade, a panoramic city tour begins where we will discover all the splendor of the city. Here, you can feel the historical atmosphere and explore the texture that brings together Belgrade’s past and present. Then, we head to one of the city’s most impressive points: where the Sava River meets the Danube River. In this unique landscape, exploring this region, which has been the focal point of many conquests and victories throughout history, will be a great pleasure. As you continue discovering this ancient city, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded for its sake, but whose conquest fell to Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, you will encounter Belgrade Fortress, used as a supply center for the Ottoman fleet. While tracing the marks of history in this fortress, we will see important points such as the Fortress 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. During these visits, you will deeply explore Belgrade’s rich history and learn about the cultural heritage left from the Ottoman period. At the end of our tour, leaving behind the city’s history and lively atmosphere, we head to our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.
Skopje – Pristina: 90 km | Skopje – Belgrade : 430 km | Total distance to be covered: 520 km
Pristina (Kosovo) Tour Included !
Skopje – Belgrade : 430 km
Day 8: Belgrade – Izmir
After breakfast, free time, and departure to Belgrade airport at the time determined by our guide. After boarding procedures, our flight to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport will take place at 18:45 with AJet Airlines scheduled flight VF1002. After a comfortable and pleasant flight, arrival in Izmir at 21:25 and the end of our tour. We bid you farewell, hoping to see you again on your next trip.
Cancellation Protection Package: 50 Euro
(With the cancellation protection 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 10 business days before the tour departure date. In the event of reservation cancellation, the full tour fee will be refunded, while the cancellation protection package fee and any additional service fees (visa, insurance, etc.) will not be refunded.)
Positive Aspects of the Tour
• Comprehensive Visits: A broad travel program covering important cities and tourist spots in the Balkans is offered. Many important cities such as Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar, Kotor, Ohrid, and Skopje are visited.
• Ottoman History: Important structures and cultural heritage from the Ottoman period are visited, offering an enjoyable experience for history enthusiasts.
• Religious and Cultural Richness: Structures belonging to different religions (mosques, churches, synagogues) are visited, discovering the region’s cultural diversity.
• Natural Beauty: Magnificent natural beauties such as the Kotor fjords and Lake Ohrid are experienced throughout the tour.
• Visa-Free Travel: It includes destinations that do not require visas, reducing extra paperwork and costs.
• Professional Guidance: With a guide, there is an opportunity to obtain detailed information about the cities and historical sites.
• Local Cuisine Experience: Participants enjoy a gastronomic experience with dinners full of traditional Bosnian dishes, Balkan cuisine, and regional flavors.
• All Tours Included: All surrounding excursions and extra tours included in the program are included in the tour price, so participants can visit all important points without paying additional costs.
• Dinner Included: Dinner is included in the program every day, preventing participants from making extra expenses while tasting local flavors.
• No Need to Spend: The tour is ideal for guests who do not want to spend money. Aside from lunch, tips if they wish, and souvenirs for their loved ones, you will not have to spend extra money out of your pocket.
Situations to Consider
• Busy Program: Traveling to a different city every day makes the tour extremely rich and full. However, this busy pace may be tiring for those who want to explore more.
• Long Journeys: Intercity distances (for example, between Skopje and Belgrade) are covered with beautiful views throughout the tour, but there may be days spent for long periods on the bus. Nevertheless, a comfortable journey is ensured with breaks along the way.
• Limited Free Time: Since the tour program is comprehensive, free time may be limited. However, the opportunity to visit all important points with a guide is provided.
• Seasonal Weather Conditions: In the Balkans, weather conditions can be variable during some periods. Therefore, choosing appropriate clothing can make this comfortable.
• Accommodation and Service Quality: Although the hotels included in the tour are carefully selected from options reflecting the region’s character and local culture, hotels in some small cities may not offer as many amenities as luxury hotels in Turkey. However, comfort and cleanliness are prioritized in these hotels.
• Food and Cuisine Experience: Throughout the tour, there is an opportunity to try the region’s distinctive local flavors. Balkan cuisine is full of rich and delicious dishes, but some tastes may be unfamiliar to some participants. This is a great opportunity to get to know the local culture and cuisine closely, but it may be useful to keep in mind that you may encounter different flavors.
City Hotel Breakfast Dinner
Belgrade 4* Nobel etc. Hotel Hotel
Sarajevo 4* Holiday etc. Hotel Hotel
Medugorje 4* Sole etc. Hotel Hotel
Shkodër 4* Holiday Koplik etc. Hotel Hotel
Ohrid 4* Beograd etc. Hotel Hotel
Skopje 5* New Star etc. Hotel Restaurant Gardenia
Belgrade 4* Nobel etc. Hotel Hotel
With Ajet Airlines
Departure City Destination City Departure Time Arrival Time
Izmir Belgrade 17:05 17:55
Belgrade Izmir 18:45 21:25