'Balkan Beauties Kosovo Macedonia Tour with Ajet Airlines'

Per Person 349 €
Tour detail

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


Need to Know
GENERAL TERMS 1- General Terms are an integral part of the tour program and cannot be considered independently of the tour program. 2- In the event that sufficient participation for the trip is not achieved, the Agency may cancel the tour up to 21 days prior to the departure date. In such a case, cancellation information will be communicated to the guest. The entire tour fee will be refunded to the guest. For additional services purchased outside the tour; domestic flight connections purchased from the Agency will also be refunded to the guest; if a visa service has been used to apply for a visa on behalf of the guest, this service cannot be refunded as it has been used; if a visa application has not been made, the visa and travel health insurance fees will also be canceled and refunded. If the guest has purchased the domestic flight connection from a different service provider independent of the Agency, in the event of cancellation of the tour by the Agency, the guest cannot request any fee refund from the Agency. The guest acknowledges and accepts in advance any material and moral losses that may arise due to the cancellation of the tour when purchasing the tour; the Agency cannot be held responsible. 3- In the event that sufficient participation for the trip is not achieved, the Agency has the right to show goodwill by not canceling the tour. In this case, the provision of guiding services included in the package will only cover airport transfers for international departure and return. Cancellation and Changes 4- In our tours, tickets for transportation are arranged at the time of reservation. Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the tour departure date will result in the ticket price not being refundable and a penalty will be applied. 5- Guests have the right to cancel without penalty by informing the Agency in writing at least 30 days before the tour departure date, except for flight tickets for which payment has been made and/or a commitment has been undertaken by the airline. If cancellation occurs within 31 days before the trip's departure date, it will incur a penalty of 50% of the remaining tour fee from the flight ticket. If cancellation is made 15 days or less before the start of the trip, the full tour fee will be forfeited as a penalty. In the event of a cancellation request, the refund conditions for additional services such as domestic flight connection, visa services, and travel health insurance may vary according to the cancellation request period, so it is necessary to inquire in advance regarding refunds. The Agency cannot make any commitments regarding the refunds of additional services. Guiding Services and Extra Tours 6- The days and hours of the tours mentioned in the program may be changed by the guide according to the operational status of museums and archaeological sites as well as weather conditions. Different guides may accompany our guests during the tours. 7- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are designed for general introduction of the cities and are conducted as brief tours of up to 2-3 hours, with no museum or archaeological site entry included, narrated by the guide from inside the vehicle. The Agency is not responsible for the inability to conduct these tours if local authorities do not permit entry to them or if they are closed due to any event, weather conditions make the tour impossible, or for any other reason including road closures. Some tours may be conducted using public transport or on foot in places where vehicle entry is not permitted. 8- Our guide may change the days of the city tour and/or additional tours based on the number of participants and the opening status of museum and archaeological sites. This applies as well to any changes that may occur in flight schedules. 9- Guests are advised to refrain from consuming heavy meals or excessive amounts of water just before boarding speed boats during our tours. Guests with complaints such as stomach issues, back pain, neck problems, or pregnant guests should inform their guides of their conditions. 10- There are no refunds for the services mentioned as included in the price if participation in those tour or meal services does not occur. Flights Information 11- The Agency acts as an intermediary between the airline and passengers, and in case of disputes, Turkish law and relevant provisions of 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 the guests of these changes as soon as possible. Passengers have purchased the trip accepting the risk of changes/cancellations of flight times. 13- Children aged 0-2 only pay the airport tax fee. 14- According to airline regulations, if the outbound flight of a round-trip ticket is not used, the return flight will be canceled by the airline. 15- Check-in and boarding procedures for passengers participating in flights are personal responsibilities and must be completed by guests at airport counters or online on the airline's websites prior to the flight. 16- Last-minute delays and gate changes during flights are announced audibly at airports and displayed on the information boards in the area. These notifications should be monitored directly by guests. 17- The Agency shall not be responsible for guests who are not present at the specified airport at the times given by the airline in accordance with airline rules, or who did not complete check-in and boarding on time, or who completed those processes on time but did not board the plane. Guests who miss the flight are responsible for the costs related to obtaining new departure-return plane tickets necessary to participate in the tour and for transfers in the destination area, etc. 18- The general luggage weight limit for flights departing from Turkey is 20 kg. This weight may vary according to the airline and destination country. If there are domestic flights in the destination country, this luggage weight may drop to 15 kg. Extra baggage weight/price rules are determined by airlines and are not under the responsibility of the Agency. 19- For guests who wish to upgrade their flight tickets with miles (to business or first class); upgrade transactions can be made depending on the availability of the airline (check your membership with the airline). A mileage guarantee is not provided for each flight. Please verify whether the tickets for the program are from a class that allows an upgrade. 20- Some airlines may charge extra fees for food, beverages, and online check-in services. Other Matters 21- The Agency will not accept responsibility for any changes or cancellations made by the guest directly with the hotel. In this case, the Agency's cancellation conditions will apply. 22- In cases where the hotels in the tour program are specified only by category information without mentioning names, or if options are provided for the same destination, the Agency will notify the guest 48 hours before the departure of the trip. 23- During special periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, and sports tournaments, hotels may be utilized from locations that are farther than specified distances. In such cases, the Agency will inform the guests 15 days prior to the departure date of the tour. 24- When registering for the purchased tour, the guest's name as it appears on the passport, date of birth, and passport number must be correctly entered/stated in the system. Plane tickets are issued based on this information. Cancellation or changes in flight tickets resulting from incorrect information will result in penalty charges to the guests. 25- To use your mobile phones abroad, check with your service provider before leaving Turkey whether your phone is activated for international use. 26- The hotel check-in time is 3:00 PM, and check-out time is 12:00 PM. 27- Requests regarding the room (high floor, near common areas, smoking/non-smoking, bed type) will be communicated to the hotel by the Agency. Efforts will be made to ensure that the reserved rooms correspond to the guests' preferences according to hotel availability. The fulfillment of these requests is subject to availability at the time of check-in and cannot be guaranteed by the Agency. 28- Breakfasts offered at hotels differ from the rich traditional Turkish breakfast experience. They are generally served as a continental breakfast consisting of limited selections such as butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee and may be served in a separate room designated for groups. 29- In some cases, a double bed may be provided instead of two twin beds. Most European hotels offer twin rooms that can be configured as needed. 30- The child and extra bed policy may vary depending on each hotel and room type. 31- Any additional bed and baby cot will be provided upon request and according to hotel availability, and must be approved by the hotel. 32- The capacity for additional beds or baby cots in the room is one (maximum). 33- There is an extra bed application in triple rooms; the bed assigned to the 3rd person in such rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Extra beds consist of either folding beds or couch beds. Our guests acknowledge and accept any discomfort and bed type associated with the extra bed addition in standard rooms during reservations for triple rooms and/or reservations with children. 34- If the number of adults and the number of children staying are inaccurately stated during hotel reservations, the relevant hotels may charge additional fees. In such cases, the responsibility lies with the guest who made the inaccurate statement. Hotels may request identification to determine the ages of children. 35- In reservations of 2 adults + 1 child, separate bedding may not be provided for the child. Child rates are only valid when the child stays with two adults. Child discounts apply only to one “single child” that meets the age group staying with two adults. 36- Daily exchange rates will reflect in TL prices. The exchange rates at the time of payment will be applicable. Additional requests and some extra services you will receive at the hotel (mini-bar, ironing, etc.) may incur extra charges. These expenses are not included in the purchase and are to be paid directly to the hotel during your stay. 37- Some countries have different implementations regarding city, tourism, or local taxes. All such city, tourism, or other taxes that are being applied will be collected from the guest by the hotel during entry or exit. 38- The distances provided in the programs are based on maps. Travel times may vary due to traffic, weather conditions, geographical location of the country being visited, road works, and other conditions. 39- In case of necessary circumstances or as deemed necessary, the Agency may change the order of cities in the program without altering its content or the main airline to be used. 40- Personal belongings, bags, suitcases, passports/IDs of individuals participating in the tour are the guest's own responsibility, and the Agency is not responsible for lost/forgotten/stolen items. If forgotten items are found, any costs incurred in delivering them to the country and/or to the individual will be borne by the owner of the items. 41- Participants in the tour are required to carry their travel health insurance policies and any related medications and reports with them, especially if they have any health issues. 42- For possible extra expenses, when checking in to the hotel, a photo identification/passport issued by official authorities, as well as a credit card or cash deposit, may be requested by the hotel. The return of the requested deposit at check-out is a transaction between the hotel and the guest, and the Agency has no intervention in this matter. Visa and Passport 1- Guests must have their passports valid for at least 6 months after the date of the end of travel. 2- To have an entry and exit stamp on your passport at customs crossings/border gates, there must be at least 2 blank pages in your passport. 3- Being exempt from a visa or having obtained a visa for the countries on this tour does not guarantee entry/departure from the country, as the passport control has the authority to refuse entry/exit; the Agency is not responsible for this situation, and the responsibility lies with the passenger. 4- Guests who are not Turkish citizens or double citizens who will participate in the tour using another country's passport must consult the relevant consulates regarding the visa procedures applied by the country they will travel to; otherwise, the Agency will not be responsible for resulting issues. 5- To avoid issues with customs at the border due to damaged, worn, wet, or similarly harmed passports, it is required to renew any such passports. Otherwise, the responsibility will lie with the passenger. 6- Guests under 18 years old are advised to show sensitivity regarding the need for a document indicating the joint consent of both parents when traveling alone or with only one parent for entry/exit from the country, as they may be asked for this by border police officers.