'Balkan Beauties Kosovo Macedonia Tour with Ajet Airlines'
Day 1: Istanbul – Pristina - Skopje
Meet at the agency desk in the departure terminal of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Departure at 09:25 with Ajet Airlines flight VF101 to Pristina, the capital of Kosovo. After a comfortable flight, arrival at 10:05 local time, and after country entry procedures, we will start our panoramic city tour with a private vehicle, visiting Germia Park, Kosovo Museum, the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Mosque built by the Ottomans in the 15th century, the 18th-century Yashar Pasha Mosque, and the tomb of Ottoman Sultan Murad I Hüdavendigâr, who was killed in the Kosovo Valley as a result of the 1389 Battle of Kosovo. After the city tour, we depart for Skopje. Upon arrival in Skopje, we begin our city tour. Notable sites we will visit in Skopje, the birthplace of our famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı, include the Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and Stone Bridge. We will continue our walk along the banks of the Vardar River, viewing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods on the opposite side. During this walk, Makedonya Square, the Ottoman Bridge, and Davut Pasha Hammam will be seen from outside, and then we will enter the Turkish Bazaar. We will see the Clock Tower, one of Skopje’s symbolic structures built in the 16th century, the Sultan Murat Mosque built in the 14th century, and the Isa Bey Mosque from the same century, after which there will be free time in the Turkish Bazaar. After the free time, for those who wish, there will be an optional Balkan Night tour decorated with unique Balkan music and dishes, featuring a folklore team's regional dance shows. Overnight stay will be at our hotel in Skopje.
Balkan Night with Dinner per Person: 45 Eur
An unforgettable dinner awaits you with 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, where you will be hosted at one of the region's finest venues, Restaurant Gardenia. We will transform this night into an authentic experience with live performances by our artists, all of whom are conservatory students and teachers, without playback. We will be happy to host you at Restaurant Gardenia Skopje, which is our own establishment. Thank you for your understanding. Overnight stay will be at our hotel in Skopje.
Day 2: Skopje
After breakfast, a full day of free time. Those wishing can join the optional Grand Macedonia Tour. Transfer back to the hotel after the tour. Overnight stay will be at our hotel in Skopje.
Grand Macedonia Tour per Person: 75 Eur
After breakfast, we will start our full-day tour with a stop in Tetova (Kalkandelen) to visit the Alaca Mosque. Then we will continue our journey to Ohrid. Upon arrival in Ohrid, our city tour begins. We will conduct a tour introducing the historic city of Ohrid, which was one of the important strongholds of the Ottomans in the Balkans. During the tour, we will visit the Monument of Saints Cyril and Methodius, who are believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet, the Church of St. Sophia, the Ancient Theatre from the Roman period, Samuel's Fortress, the St. Kliment Monastery, and St. Panteleimon Church, the Sinan Çelebi Tomb, Chinar Square, Turkish Bazaar, Halveti Tekke, New Bazaar, Ohrid Market, and Ohrid Lake. After the Ohrid tour, we will proceed to Bitola. On the way, we will see the palace of Resne Niyazi, one of the famous figures of the Committee of Union and Progress, panoramically. Upon arrival, we will visit the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, Ishak Mosque, New Mosque, and the Military Academy attended by Atatürk, as well as the Atatürk Museum. We will then return to Skopje via Prilep. Transfer to the hotel.
Day 3: Skopje – Pristina - Istanbul
After breakfast, we will transfer to Pristina airport. On the way, those wishing can join the optional Matka Canyon Tour. After the tours, we will continue our journey to Pristina. After boarding procedures, our flight with Ajet Airlines flight VF102 will depart at 18:00 to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. After a comfortable flight, arrival in Istanbul at 20:40 and the end of our tour. We bid you farewell with the hope of seeing you again on your next trip.
Matka Canyon Tour per Person: 20 Eur
Are you ready to discover Matka Canyon, adorned with the stunning natural beauties among the enchanting forests and vast pastures of Vodno Mountain? Covering an area of approximately 5,000 hectares, this canyon will take you to the peaceful landscapes of mystical medieval monasteries and a magnificent artificial lake. During this tour, you will be amazed by the region's different endemic plant and animal species as you wander between the rugged cliffs. For adventure enthusiasts, there will be an opportunity to canoe, which will provide adrenaline-filled moments on the water. Nature lovers will enjoy walking on green trails, savoring the peace of nature with each step. These unforgettable moments you will spend in Matka Canyon will leave deep traces in your heart while refreshing your soul. Let yourself be embraced by nature and enjoy this unique experience!
*Balkan Special Cancellation Assurance Package: 50 Euro*
(With the cancellation assurance 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 tour departure date. In case of cancellation, the entire tour fee will be refunded, while the cancellation assurance package fee and any additional service fees (Visa, insurance, etc.) will not be refunded.)
**The specified cancellation assurance package is not applicable to group reservations.**
**There are limited quotas for each tour.**
What's Included
Services Included:
• Round-trip flight tickets on the route Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport / Pristina / Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport with Ajet Airlines
• 2 nights accommodation in Skopje in the specified hotel categories
• Breakfasts
• All transfers specified in the program
• City tours specified in the program
• Customs duties
• All highway, parking, and check-point expenses
• Professional Turkish guiding services
• Mandatory Insurance (Professional Liability)
Not Included
Services Not Included:
• International Departure Tax Stamp
• Travel Insurance (up to 65 years old): 20.-Eur
• Travel Insurance (ages 66-75): 40.-Eur
• All hotel extras and personal expenses
• City and Hotel taxes
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