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Samsun Departure Kosovan Great Balkans Tour with AJet, Including Extra Tours and Dinners, 6 Nights
Day 1: Samsun - Skopje – Belgrade
Meet 3 hours before the flight at the Ajet Airlines counter in the departure terminal of Samsun Çarşamba Airport. Depart from Samsun at 23:55 on Ajet Airlines scheduled flight VF4278, nonstop and direct to Skopje. After an approximately two-hour comfortable journey, arrive in Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, at 01:25. After entry procedures, we begin a pleasant journey to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, with our private vehicle waiting at the airport. Belgrade, historically one of the most important cultural and strategic centers of the Balkans, continues to attract attention today with its vibrancy, dynamism, and historical texture. In this fascinating city, we will have the opportunity to discover the intersection of Ottoman and European cultures. Upon arrival in Belgrade, a panoramic city tour begins, during which we will explore the city in all its splendor. Here, you can feel the historical atmosphere and discover the texture that brings together Belgrade’s past and present. Then we head to one of the city’s most impressive spots, where the Sava River meets the Danube River. In this unique panorama, it will be a pleasure to discover this area, which has long been the focus of many conquests and victories. As we continue exploring this ancient city, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded in his attempt to conquer it, but whose conquest was achieved by Suleiman the Magnificent, you will encounter Belgrade Fortress, which served as a supply center for the Ottoman navy. While tracing the marks of history in this fortress, we will see important sites such as Kale Meydan and Taş Meydan. During our tour, we will visit the Tomb of Şehit Ali Pasha, an important figure from the Ottoman period. These visits will allow you to deeply explore Belgrade’s rich history and learn about its cultural heritage from the Ottoman era. At the end of our tour, we leave the historical atmosphere and lively spirit of the city behind and transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Skopje – Belgrade: 430 km
Day 2: Belgrade – Srebrenitsa – Sarajevo
After breakfast, we depart for Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. On the way, we first stop in Srebrenitsa. On this tour, we will visit the Bosnian martyrs’ cemetery, where one of the greatest massacres of the last century took place during the Bosnian War, where thousands of Bosniaks were killed and buried in mass graves, and where Europe’s first documented genocide and the largest massacre since World War II occurred. Upon arrival in Sarajevo, a city that was the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries and went down in history as the place where World War I broke out after the assassination of Austro-Hungarian Crown Prince Archduke Franz Ferdinand by the Serbs in 1914. During the devastating wars among Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks in 1992, the city suffered major damage, yet Sarajevo managed to preserve much of its beauty. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the famous Baščaršija, the historic Ottoman inn Morića Han, the Catholic Cathedral reflecting the city’s religious cosmopolitanism, the Synagogue, the Gazi Husrev-bey and Ferhadija mosques, Latin Bridge where Franz Ferdinand’s assassination took place in 1914, the Old Library, and the western-style buildings that formed during the 40-year Austro-Hungarian rule. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Belgrade - Sarajevo: 294 km
Srebrenitsa Tour INCLUDED!
Day 3: Sarajevo - Mostar - Blagaj - Počitelj - Međugorje
After breakfast, we depart from Sarajevo. Our first stop is the historic and culturally rich Mostar. Here, we will see Mostar Bridge, one of the masterpieces of Ottoman architecture, built by Mimar Hayreddin in 1557. This bridge was destroyed in 1992, but was rebuilt in 2004 with the contribution of the Republic of Turkey. After exploring Mostar’s enchanting atmosphere, we will visit Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque. Then we move on to Blagaj. Blagaj was built at the source of the Buna River, Europe’s strongest water spring. After a short free time here, we continue to Počitelj. Visiting Počitelj, preserved with its historic texture and known as the Turkish Village, we will see Ottoman works built in the 16th century. Finally, we travel to Međugorje. Međugorje is a peaceful place famous for its religious visitors. Upon arrival at our hotel, we retire to our rooms to rest. Overnight at the hotel.
Mostar Tour INCLUDED! | Blagaj Tour INCLUDED! | Počitelj Tour INCLUDED!
Sarajevo - Mostar: 130 km | Mostar - Blagaj: 12 km | Blagaj - Počitelj: 30 km | Počitelj - Međugorje: 20 km
Total distance covered: 192 km
Day 4: Međugorje – Kotor – Budva – Sv. Stefan – Shkodër
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and head to the captivating Kotor. During our journey, you will enjoy magnificent views. Upon arrival in Kotor, during our walking tour in this medieval town famous for its fjords in the Balkans, you will feel the historical atmosphere of its narrow streets and old town, and discover the heart of Kotor. With its unique architecture and sea views, this small town will take you on a journey through time. Next, our stop is Budva, one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Balkans! We arrive in Budva, one of the Balkans’ most popular holiday destinations. Our city tour of Budva begins. On this walking tour, you will see Budva, famous for its magnificent beaches and colorful nightlife, one of the Balkans’ best-known holiday centers. After the city tour, we head to Sv. Stefan, famous for its rich history and breathtaking scenery. From above, we will admire the magnificent view of this islet. This area, like a postcard in every corner, is an ideal spot for taking photos. After all these discoveries, we continue to Shkodër, a beautiful city in Albania. After dinner at our hotel, we retire to our rooms to rest. Overnight at the hotel.
Kotor Tour INCLUDED! | Budva Tour INCLUDED!
Međugorje - Kotor: 191 km | Kotor - Budva: 22 km | Budva - Sv. Stefan: 15 km | Sv. Stefan - Shkodër: 85 km
Total distance covered: 313 km
Day 5: Shkodër – Tirana – Elbasan – Sveti Naum – Ohrid
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and head to Tirana, the capital of Albania. A fascinating tour awaits us in this beautiful city, rich in historical and cultural aspects, where we will 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 landmarks. Construction of this structure began in 1789 and was completed in 1923; it is one of Albania’s cultural heritage sites. We take a short break at Skanderbeg Square and see the Skanderbeg Statue proudly standing in the middle of the square. Another highlight of our tour is the Clock Tower, built by Ethem Bey in 1821, one of Tirana’s symbols. During this tour, Tirana’s modern face and historical past come together to create unforgettable memories. After free time, we travel via Elbasan to St. Naum, known as “A Corner of Paradise in the Balkans,” where the source of Lake Ohrid and St. Naum Monastery are located. In this enchanting place, you will have the opportunity to photograph the unique beauty of the landscapes in the heart of nature. During our free time, we will enjoy exploring this historical and natural wonder. After a day full of unforgettable memories and wonderful photos, we continue to Ohrid, the pearl of the Balkans. Stunning views accompany us along the way. Upon arrival in Ohrid, we conduct a tour introducing this historic city, which was one of the important bases of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans. During our tour, the places we will see include: the Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius, the 9th-century Byzantine monks believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet, and St. Sophia Church. We will also stroll through Çınar Square, the heart of the city, and have the opportunity to visit the old Ottoman Turkish Bazaar. Here you may visit the Halveti Tekke and feel the city’s cultural texture up close. Then we will visit the New Bazaar and Ohrid Market, witnessing the daily life of the local people. Finally, the famous Lake Ohrid and its mesmerizing view will accompany our tour. After the tour, free time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight and dinner at the hotel. After dinner, you may enjoy Ohrid’s enchanting atmosphere in the silence of the night, take a short walk along the lakeshore, or return to your room to rest.
Tirana Tour INCLUDED! | Sveti Naum Tour INCLUDED!
Shkodër – Tirana: 100 km | Tirana – Ohrid: 135 km
Total distance covered: 235 km
Day 6: Ohrid – Resen – Bitola – Tetovo – Skopje
After breakfast, we set out for our Resen and Bitola tour, famous for their magnificent nature and historical richness. Our first stop is Resen, where we will see the Palace of Resneli Niyazi Bey, an important figure who left his mark on Balkan history, from the outside. Resen offers a fascinating atmosphere with both its nature and Ottoman traces. After a short break here, we continue to Bitola, once one of the most important cultural and commercial centers of the Ottoman Empire. Upon arrival in Bitola, we visit from the outside the Military High School where the Great Leader Atatürk studied and the Atatürk Museum. In this charming city, we will also explore historical Ottoman monuments such as the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, Ishak Pasha Mosque, and Yeni Mosque. As we feel Bitola’s historical texture, you will have the chance to take a pleasant walk through the city’s nostalgic streets. After our visit, we depart to explore North Macedonia’s unique nature and cultural treasures. Our first stop is Tetovo, one of Macedonia’s most beautiful towns. Here, we will visit the Painted Mosque, one of the Balkans’ most colorful and impressive mosques. Built in the 15th century, this mosque will fascinate you with its vibrant exterior colors and detailed ornamentation. While discovering this rare example of Ottoman architecture, we will embark on a journey deep into history. After our visit in Tetovo, we continue toward Skopje. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Skopje is one of the Balkans’ important cultural centers with its Ottoman heritage and modern structures. We begin our tour with historic sites in Skopje, the city where the famous Turkish poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı was born. Our first stop is Mustafa Pasha Mosque, one of the city’s largest and most magnificent mosques, built in 1492. Then we visit Murat Pasha Mosque, built in the 15th century. This mosque is especially notable for its Ottoman-era decorations and architecture. Continuing our tour, we will see Kapan Han and Sulu Han in the heart of Skopje. These structures, fine examples of Ottoman inns, were once important centers where merchants stayed and traded. Later, we visit Taš Köprü (Stone Bridge), which has become a symbol of Skopje. This bridge was built in the 15th century and connects the two sides of the Vardar River. Walking from the Stone Bridge, we 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, surrounded by modern buildings. Here we will encounter the statue of Alexander the Great and other monuments. Then we see the Ottoman Bridge, dating from the 15th century, from the outside and visit Daut Pasha Hamam, once again feeling the grandeur of the Ottoman period. We continue discovering 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 Sultan Murad Mosque and Isa Bey Mosque, both early-period mosques of the Ottoman Empire. These 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 from traditional handicrafts to souvenirs. After the pleasant time you spend in the bazaar, we return to our hotel in the evening.
Evening Dinner: An unforgettable evening dinner awaits you with traditional Balkan music and local dance performances. While experiencing the fun and cultural side of Skopje with this special Balkan night, you will be hosted at one of the region’s most distinguished venues, Restaurant Gardenia. We will turn this night into an authentic experience with live performances of the best Balkan music and folklore by artists who are all conservatory students and teachers, without playback. We will be delighted to host you at our own Restaurant Gardenia Skopje. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Resen Tour INCLUDED! | Bitola Tour INCLUDED! | Tetovo Tour INCLUDED! | Balkan Night INCLUDED!
Ohrid – Resen: 34 km | Resen – Bitola: 31 km | Bitola – Tetovo: 145 km | Tetovo – Skopje: 40 km
Total distance covered: 250 km
Day 7: Skopje – Matka Canyon – Pristina – Prizren – Skopje
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and head to Matka Canyon amid lush green mountains. Are you ready to explore Matka Canyon, nestled among the enchanting forests and vast meadows of Mount Vodno? This natural wonder, covering approximately 5,000 hectares, will take you to mystical monasteries dating back to the Middle Ages and soothing lake views. While walking on rugged cliffs, you can observe the region’s endemic plant and animal species. For nature lovers, walking on the green trails is the best way to be at one with nature. After our Matka Canyon tour, we depart for Pristina, the capital of Kosovo. Upon arrival in Pristina, we begin our panoramic city tour, where we will discover both the modern and historical sides of Kosovo. During our tour, we will also visit many valuable Ottoman-era structures. We will see the Fatih Sultan Mehmed Mosque and the 18th-century Yaşar Pasha Mosque. During this excursion through the city’s historical heritage, we will have the opportunity to commemorate the Tomb of Sultan Murad I Hüdavendigâr, the Ottoman sultan who was killed on the Kosovo Plain as a result of the Battle of Kosovo in 1389, and reflect on this important historical event and its place in Ottoman history. After our tour in Pristina, we head to Prizren, known as Kosovo’s cultural capital. Upon arrival, we begin exploring Prizren’s narrow streets, with its architecture reminiscent of an Anatolian Ottoman town and shop signs filled with Turkish inscriptions. In the city, we will visit Sinan Pasha Mosque, one of the most important works of Ottoman architecture. In addition, Halveti Tekke, Bayrakli Mosque, and Mehmed Pasha Hamam are among the other important Ottoman monuments to be seen. After free time in Prizren, we begin our return journey to Skopje. Upon arrival in Skopje, free time until the hour determined by our guide. Then transfer to the airport.
Pristina Tour INCLUDED! | Prizren Tour INCLUDED! | Matka Canyon Tour INCLUDED!
Skopje – Pristina: 90 km | Pristina – Prizren: 85 km | Prizren – Skopje: 160 km
Total distance covered: 335 km
Day 8: Skopje – Samsun
After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, depart on Ajet Airlines scheduled flight VF4279 at 02:25, nonstop and direct to Samsun. After a comfortable flight, arrive at Samsun Çarşamba Airport at 05:50 and end of our tour. We bid farewell to our valued guests, hoping to see you again on your next trip.
*Balkan Special Cancellation Guarantee Package: 50 Euro*
(With the Cancellation Guarantee package, we offer our guests the right to cancel their reservation 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 full tour fee is refunded, while the cancellation guarantee fee and any additional service fees (visa, insurance, etc.) are non-refundable.)
**The stated cancellation guarantee package is not valid for group reservations.**
**Limited availability is available for each tour.**
Tour Highlights
• Comprehensive Visits: A wide-ranging itinerary covering important cities and tourist points of the Balkans is offered. Many important cities such as Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar, 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 Diversity: Structures belonging to different religions (mosques, churches, synagogues) are visited, allowing the region’s cultural diversity to be explored.
• Natural Beauty: Magnificent natural beauties such as Lake Ohrid are experienced throughout the tour.
• Visa-Free Travel: It includes destinations that do not require a visa, reducing extra paperwork and costs.
• Professional Guidance: The opportunity to gain detailed information about cities and historical sites with a guide is provided.
• Local Culinary Experience: Participants enjoy a gastronomic experience with traditional Bosnian dishes, Balkan cuisine, and local flavors at dinner.
• Restaurant Gardenia Skopje Experience: The opportunity to enjoy local flavors and a special Balkan night at one of Skopje’s finest restaurants, Restaurant Gardenia Skopje, is offered.
• All Tours Included: All side excursions and optional tours in the program are included in the tour price, so participants can visit all important points without paying extra.
• Dinner Included: Dinner is included in the program every day, preventing participants from incurring 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, taxes, optional tips, and souvenirs for loved ones, no extra money needs to be spent.
Points to Consider
• Intensive Program: Traveling to a different city each day makes the tour very rich and full. However, this intense pace may be tiring for those who want to explore more.
• Long Journeys: Intercity distances (for example, between Skopje and Belgrade) are covered during the tour with beautiful scenery, but there may be long hours on the bus on some days. Nevertheless, breaks along the way ensure a comfortable journey.
• Limited Free Time: Since the itinerary is comprehensive, free time may be limited. However, it offers the chance to visit all important places with a guide.
• Weather Conditions Depending on the Season: Weather in the Balkans can be variable during some periods. Therefore, choosing suitable clothing can make this situation comfortable.
• Accommodation and Service Quality: The hotels included in the tour are carefully selected among options that reflect the character and local culture of the region, but hotels in some small towns may not offer the same extensive facilities as luxury hotels in Turkey. However, comfort and cleanliness are prioritized in these hotels.
• Food and Culinary Experience: Throughout the tour, there is an opportunity to taste the region’s unique local flavors. Balkan cuisine is rich and delicious, but some participants may encounter tastes they are not accustomed to. This is a great opportunity to get to know the local culture and cuisine closely, though it is useful to keep in mind that you may encounter different flavors.
City Hotel Breakfast Dinner
Ohrid 4* Beograd etc. Hotel Hotel
Shkodër 4* Holiday Koplik etc. Hotel Hotel
Međugorje 4* Kaktus etc. Hotel Hotel
Skopje 4* Vlaho etc. Hotel Restaurant Gardenia
Belgrade 4* Nobel etc. Hotel Hotel
Sarajevo 4* Holiday etc. Hotel Hotel
With Ajet Airlines
Departure Point Destination Departure Time Arrival Time
Samsun Skopje 23:55 01:25
Skopje Samsun 02:25 05:50
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