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Per Person 1,049 €

Grand Balkan Tour with Air Serbia VISA-FREE FOR 6 COUNTRIES
2026 
7 Nights 8 Days - 4* Hotels – Dinner Included
NO EXTRA TOURS – ALL INCLUSIVE !!!! KOSOVO PROGRAM
Includes Macedonian Night and Bosnian Kofte at Local Restaurants!!
Of Civilizations, Cultures, and Beliefs,
                                            Journey to the Heart of the Balkans at the Meeting Point
   The Meeting Point of History and Civilizations.
Albania – Kosovo – Macedonia – Serbia – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Montenegro
                                                                    6 COUNTRIES – 5 CAPITALS
Niš Skopje – Kosovo – PrizrenPriština -Tetovo(Kalkandelen) – Ohrid - Elbasan – Tirana – Shkodër - Budva -  Kotor – Trebinje - Mostar – Blagaj – Konjic – Sarajevo – Belgrade

Tour Departure Dates:
March 14 / May 2 / May 9 / May 16 / May 23 / May 30 / June 6 / June 13 / June 20 / June 27 / July 4 / July 11 / July 18 / July 25 / August 1 / August 8 / August 15 / August 22 / August 29 / September 5 / September 12 / September 19 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7
Special Days:
Ramadan Bayram and April Semester: March 14
May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day: May 16
Kurban Bayram: May 23 / May 30
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 11
August 30 Victory Day: August 29
October 29 Republic Day: October 24
November Semester:  November 7
 

Tour Program
Day 1 Istanbul – Niš-Skopje
Meeting in front of the Air Serbia counter at Istanbul Airport's International Departures Terminal at 14:00. After check-in, baggage, and passport processes, we will depart for Niš at 17:00 on Air Serbia flight JU1805. Arrival in Niš at 17:25 local time. After baggage, passport, and customs procedures, we will start our tour in the city of Niš, one of the oldest cities in history and the birthplace of Emperor Constantine, the founder of Istanbul. After a panoramic tour of this city, which is the third largest in Serbia, we will proceed to the capital of North Macedonia, Skopje. After arriving in Skopje, we will have a brief panoramic tour before heading to our hotel. Accommodation - SKOPJE
Dinner: Will be optionally available in a location determined by the guide during the free time.
Accommodation: Hotel GOLD etc. – SKOPJE
Route: Niš-Skopje 207 KM
Estimated Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated: 22:00 depending on customs clearance time

 
Day 2 Skopje – Kosovo (Prizren) – Skopje (Balkan Night)
After breakfast , we depart for a tour in Kosovo, which has a large Muslim Albanian population, to visit the 19th-century Ottoman Mansion near the capital Pristina and the Tomb of Murad I (Hüdavendigar), who was martyred by Obilic in the Battle of Kosovo, one of the Ottoman Empire's greatest victories in the Balkans, then heading to Prizren. During our panoramic tour of one of the most charming cities in the Balkans, Prizren, we will see the 17th-century Turkish Bath, the Sinan Pasha Mosque built in 1615, and Prizren Fortress among other sights. After the tour ends and free time, we will return to Skopje.
Upon arrival in Skopje  we will begin our tour of this city where two different cultures are separated by the famous Vardar River, starting with the Macedonian side, where we will first see the impressive Alexander the Great statue among other statues, then we will cross the historical Skopje Stone Bridge over the Vardar River to witness how drastically the cultures change as we move over to the Skopje Turkish Bazaar, one of the most renowned Ottoman marketplaces in the Balkans. We will start our bazaar tour by talking about the statues at the entrance, visiting the historical Davut Pasha Bath, continue to Kapan Han, and the Murat Pasha Mosque, which has survived earthquakes. Free time will be granted for shopping in the Turkish Bazaar for one hour. You will be able to buy items including Shushka pepper, Ustrumca peanuts, and çarık shoes. After our tour, we will attend a Balkan night at a local restaurant determined by the guide, which is included in the tour fee. Transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour package.
Lunch: Will be optionally available during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Is included in the tour fee at a local restaurant determined by the guide where we will have the Balkan night.
Accommodation: Hotel Gold etc. – SKOPJE
Route: Skopje – Prizren 100 KM, Prizren – Skopje 100 KM
Estimated Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated: 20:30 depending on customs clearance time
 
Day 3 Skopje – Matka Canyon – Tetovo (Kalkandelen) – Ohrid
After breakfast , we move to the Matka Canyon, famous for its unique beauty, for a nature hike, after which guests who wish can take a boat trip in the canyon during the free time. After our tour, we will head to Tetovo, the second largest city in Macedonia where the majority of the population is Muslim Albanians. We will see the city panoramically and visit the Alaca Mosque, which has a rare architectural design in the Balkans, then we will pass through the Mavrovo mountains to the pearl of the Balkans, Ohrid. Upon arrival, we will start our Ohrid city tour, known for having one of the largest lakes in the Balkans, starting with the Harbor Square, where we will talk about the statues we see, and then take a walk through the historical Ottoman houses located in the neighborhood where the popular TV series Elveda Rumeli was filmed, visit the Church of St. Sophia and conclude our tour with the presentation of the famous Ohrid Pearl. After free time, we will transfer to our hotel for the night.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour package.
Lunch: Will be optionally available during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel or local restaurants and is included in the tour package.
Accommodation: Belvedere Hotel etc. OHRID
Route: Skopje-Matka Canyon 16 KM, Matka –Tetovo(Kalkandelen) 32 KM, Tetovo(Kalkandelen) – Ohrid 130 KM
Estimated Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on road conditions

 
Day 4 Ohrid - St. Naum - Elbasan - Tirana - Shkodër
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for St. Naum, which we will reach after approximately 1 hour of journey with breathtaking views. We will visit the source from which Lake Ohrid emerges. The stunning scenery will take your breath away. After passing through the city of Elbasan, we will proceed to the capital, Tirana. We will conduct a panoramic tour of this beautiful city, which endured wars throughout the 20th century and suffered under Enver Hoxha's dictatorship for 40 years, which became the capital of Albania in 1920. During the tour, we will see significant sites including Ethem Bey Mosque, the historical Clock Tower, the National Museum, the Opera and Ballet House, the Parliament and Prime Ministry buildings, the Presidential Palace, Teresa's Memorial, and Scanderbeg Square. After our Tirana tour, we will have free time. We will then arrive in the city of Shkodër and check into our hotel. ISKODRA
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour package.
Lunch:  Will be optionally available during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel or local restaurants and is included in the tour package.
Accommodation: Alis Hotel  etc. SHKODRA
Route: Ohrid-SV. Naum 30 KM, SV Naum – Tirana 138 KM, Tirana – Shkodër 103 KM
Estimated Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated: 19:00 depending on customs clearance time
 
Day 5 Shkodër – Sv. Stefan – Budva – Kotor - Trebinje (Medjugorje)
After breakfast at our hotel, we cross into Montenegro, one of the world's newest states. Our first stop will be St. Stefan, a resort area that was once a fishing settlement, confiscated and sold to a multimillionaire from Singapore, now a favorite destination for the jet set, where we will take a panoramic look (Depending on parking availability). Continuing on the road with breathtaking views on the Adriatic coast, we will see Budva panoramically, and our next stop will be Kotor, a significant center of history and nature. Here, you will walk through Stari Grad (Old Town - Fortress) where you will get to know this charming town. After our tour, we will proceed to the city where we will be accommodated. Overnight will be in Medjugorje, Trebinje, or the surrounding area.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour package.
Lunch: Will be optionally available during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel or local restaurants and is included in the tour package.
Accommodation: Hotel Olea Vitis etc. MEDJUGORJE, Hotel Leotar etc. TREBINJE
Route: Shkodër – Budva 85 KM , Budva – Kotor 25 KM , Kotor – Medjugorje 198 KM
Estimated Hotel Check-in Time:Estimated: 20:00 depending on customs clearance time
 
Day 6 Medjugorje – Mostar – Blagaj - Konjic – Sarajevo
After breakfast at our hotel, we proceed to historical Mostar. Upon arrival in Mostar, during our walking city tour, we first see the Mostar Bridge (built in 1557 by Architect Hayreddin, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture). The bridge was destroyed in the war in 1992 by Croatian artillery but was rebuilt and reopened in 2004 with the significant contributions of the Republic of Turkey. We will explore the old city market. After free time, we will head to Blagaj, known as the land of the Alperen. After our visits in Blagaj, we will proceed to the capital, Sarajevo. We will take a break in the town of Konjic to see the historic Konjic Bridge, which has been restored from Ottoman times to the present day, built by Turkey, and enjoy a coffee by the Neretva River.After our stop, we will arrive in the capital Sarajevo, where we’ll take a stroll in one of Europe's most remarkable bazaars, Baščaršija and start our tour by viewing the famous Sebil Fountain, which has become a symbol of the city. Next, we will see the Morica Han, one of the most authentic spots in the city, and then visit the Hüsrev Bey Mosque, a relative of Suleiman the Magnificent. The tour will continue with the Clock Tower and the Eternal Flame monument, after which we will have free time. Guests may take photos at the Latin Bridge where WWI began. Bosnian Kofte at a local restaurant is included in the tour package. After our tour and free time, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight will be at the hotel.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour package.
Lunch: Will be optionally available during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be Bosnian Kofte at a local restaurant and is included in the tour package.
Accommodation: Hotel Holiday etc. SARAYBOSNA
Route: Medjugorje – Mostar 26 KM , Mostar – Blagaj 11 KM , Blagaj- Sarajevo 140 KM
Estimated Hotel Check-in Time;Estimated: 19:00 depending on road conditions

Day 7 Sarajevo - Belgrade
After breakfast, we depart for Belgrade. After our journey, we will start our city tour in Belgrade, the oldest major city in Europe and a new symbol of liveliness and activity, beginning on the elegant Knez Mihailova Street. Next, we will go to Kalemegdan Fortress, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed got wounded, but the conquest was granted to Suleiman the Magnificent. We will view the Key Monument, the French Statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the Tomb of Damat Ali Pasha, the Sokullu Fountain, and the area with the best view of where the Sava and Danube rivers meet. After the tour, we will have free time. Overnight at our hotel in Belgrade.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour package.
Lunch: Will be optionally available during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel or local restaurants and is included in the tour package.
Accommodation: Hotel Abba etc. BELGRADE
Route: Sarajevo - Belgrade 295 KM ,
Estimated Hotel Check-in Time;Estimated: 19:30 depending on customs clearance time

Day 8 Belgrade - Niš
After breakfast at our hotel, we will transfer to Niš Airport. After check-in, baggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul at 15:50 on Air Serbia flight JU1804, arriving in Istanbul at 16:15 local time. We look forward to seeing you on your next trip...
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour package.
Route: Belgrade – Niš – 237 KM  

 

* Air Serbia Airlines Istanbul – Niš – Istanbul Economy Class Flight Tickets * Local Transportation Services * Local professional Turkish guiding services * 7 Nights Accommodation with Breakfast Included in 4* Hotels: 2 Nights in Skopje, 1 Night in Ohrid, 1 Night in Shkodra, 1 Night in Trebinje or Surroundings, 1 Night in Sarajevo, 1 Night in Belgrade * 1 Night in Ohrid, 1 Night in Shkodra, 1 Night in Trebinje, 1 Night in Belgrade, with 4 dinners at hotels or restaurants * Traditional Restaurant's Macedonian Night * Traditional Restaurant's Bosnian Meatballs * Panoramic city tours in Skopje, Ohrid, Tetovo (Kalkandelen), Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar, Trebinje, Kotor, Budva, Shkodra, Tirana, Niš * Kosovo Tour * Matka Canyon Tour * St. Naum Lake Ohrid Spring Tour * Blagay Tekke and Buna River Spring Tour * Konjic Tour * Mandatory local guiding services in some cities * All highway check-point and parking fees * City Taxes * Customs Fees * Panoramic city tours specified in the program * Airport taxes and service fees
* Museum and archaeological site entrance fees. 
* Tours organized by the guide.
* Extras taken at the hotel. 
* All personal expenses 
* Lunches.
* All trips and tours not specified in the program.
* Driver's Tip (5 EUR per person).
* International departure tax.
* International travel health insurance.
- During the tour, it is sufficient for us to have Euros to make purchases and expenses in all the countries included in the program. The guide will assist with currency exchange in areas where local currency is used.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred throughout the trip. It is advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening.
- In our tours, a rotation (seat change) is applied daily for seat planning, and a fixed seat or front seat guarantee is not provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- There is a minimum stay requirement of 3 days to bring items (such as alcohol and cigarettes) when entering Turkey from abroad.
- The duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic drink (excluding alcoholic beverages with more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic drink (including alcoholic beverages with less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Candy: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg
- Guides may change the program flow during the tour based on weather and road conditions, provided they show each location specified in the program.
- Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel for free up to 30 days before the tour date. For cancellations made less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty will be applied; for cancellations made 20 days or less before, a 100% penalty will be applied. Documents such as hospital reports or work permit documents from authorities in Turkey, as well as cancellations of hotels and services abroad, unfortunately, will not be accepted.
- Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation of 25 people. If sufficient participation for the trip cannot be achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days prior to the tour departure. Tours canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
- In cases where only category information is provided without specifying names in the tour program and/or if options exist for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be communicated by Viyatravel 2 days before the tour departure.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, and sports tournaments, hotels may be located farther than the specified kilometers. In such cases, Viyatravel will provide information 15 days prior to the departure date.
- Triple rooms can be assigned based on hotel availability, and the bed assigned to the 3rd person in these rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. As the extra beds consist of foldable beds or coach beds, the tour participants acknowledge that they accept potential confinement and bed type issues in the rooms for 3rd person and/or child reservations. Child discounts apply for families with one child of the applicable age group staying with 2 adults.
- The services included in the tour program, such as breakfasts at the hotel, are generally served in limited menus consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country being visited and can be served in a separate hall designated for groups.
- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of the cities and are conducted as panoramic tours with guided narration from inside the vehicle, not including museum or archaeological site entrances, lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours. If, due to local authorities, entry is not permitted for the scheduled tours or if the tours cannot be conducted due to closed roads or weather conditions, Viyatravel cannot be held responsible for the cancellation of the mentioned tours. Some tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot where closed roads or places where vehicle entry is not permitted exist.
- During travel, waiting times at customs checkpoints crossed by road may exceed standard durations, and Viyatravel cannot be held responsible for any adverse situations arising from these waiting times.
- Extra tours are organized by the local Viyatravel with a minimum participation of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not achieved, the trips may not be undertaken or the prices, content, and vehicles used for the extra trips may vary according to the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours can be altered by the guide based on the opening/closing status of museums and archaeological sites and weather conditions.
- Participation in extra tours is at the participant's discretion and is not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in the extra tours organized during the tour accept to wait at a suitable rest facility along the way. These passengers will be dropped off at a rest facility along the road before the extra tour starts and will be picked up from the point they were left after the tour is completed.
- For persons participating in guided tours by plane, the check-in and boarding procedures must be done by the guest themselves at the airport counters of the respective airlines or online via the airlines' websites before the flight.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for those who are not present at the specified airport at the times communicated by Viyatravel for the tour, do not complete the check-in and boarding procedures on time, or complete the check-in and boarding procedures on time but do not board the plane. All expenses related to new round-trip flight tickets and transfers in the destination region incurred by persons missing their flight are their own responsibility.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol. There may be a risk of delays on scheduled and charter flights or existing travel and flight times may change. Viyatravel is obliged to notify passengers of these changes as soon as possible. Passengers accept the risk of time changes when purchasing the trip. Children aged 0-2 are exempt from airport fees and charges for airport services.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of persons as follows. The vehicle types listed below are determined according to the number of people on each tour.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 Persons) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 Persons) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for up to 16 Persons) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- The maximum weight for a single piece of luggage on all our flights is 23 kg.
- The carry-on luggage you wish to bring on board must fit in the overhead compartment or under the seat, measuring 40x20x55 cm and weighing no more than 8 kg.
- All guests are considered to have accepted the above terms upon purchasing the tour.