Ajet Hy with the Great Balkan Tour 6 Countries Visa-Free TIA-TIA

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A jet with the Grand Balkan Tour VISA-FREE FOR 6 COUNTRIES

TIA-TIA 2026 
7 Nights 8 Days – 4* Hotels – Dinner Included

NO EXTRA TOUR – ALL INCLUSIVE !!!! KOSOVO PROGRAM
Balkan Night and Bosnian Meatballs INCLUDED at Local Restaurants!!
The Meeting Point 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 – 24 CITIES – 5 CAPITALS
Tirana – Elbasan – Ohrid – Sveti Naum -Struga – Resne - Bitola (Monastir) – Matka – Skopje   Prizren – Pristina - Belgrade – Sarajevo – Konjic – Mostar – Blagaj - Trebinje – Herceg Novi – Kotor – Budva – Petrovac – Bar – Shkodra – Tirana
 

 

Tour Dates
May 23 / May 24 / May 25 / June 13 / June 20 / June 27 / June 28 / July 3 / July 4 / July 5 / July 11 / July 12 / July 18 / July 19 / July 25 / July 26 / August 1 / August 2 / August 8 / August 15 / August 16 / August 22 / August 23 / August 29 / August 30 / September 5 / September 12 / September 19 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7 / November 14 / November 21 / November 28 / December 5 / December 12 / December 19 / December 26

 

Special Days:
Eid al-Adha:  May 23 / May 24 / May 25
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 11 / July 12
August 30 Victory Day: August 29
October 29 Republic Day: October 24
November Semester:  November 7

 

 

Tour Program
Day 1 Istanbul – Tirana  – Elbasan – Ohrid

Meeting at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport International Departure Terminal…. After ticket, luggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Tirana with Ajet Airlines Flight No. VF367 at 07:10. Arriving in Tirana at 07:55 local time. After passport, luggage, and customs procedures, we will head to the capital Tirana city center with our private buses. A panoramic tour will take place introducing this beautiful city, which has experienced wars throughout the 20th century and endured Enver Hoxha's dictatorship for 40 years, founded in 1614 by Suleyman Pasha and became the capital of Albania in 1920. During our tour, we will see Skanderbeg Square, the Et'hem Bey Mosque, the Historical Clock Tower, the National History Museum, and the Opera House. Some of the places we will view from the vehicle include the Parliament and Prime Minister's offices, the Presidential Palace, Mother Teresa Square, and the Tirana Pyramid. Following our Tirana tour, we will have free time. Afterwards, we will arrive in Ohrid, a Mediterranean town in the Balkans, through Elbasan, beginning our tour of Ohrid city at the Port square, discussing the statues we see in the square while taking a walk in the neighborhood where the historical Ohrid houses, the Ayasofya church, and the famous Ohrid Pearl presentation, which is a symbol of the Ohrid city, are located. We will end the tour with free time in Ohrid. We will then transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Lunch: It will be taken extra during free time in a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Belvedere etc. – OHRID
Route: Tirana-Ohrid; 395 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated based on customs crossing time 20:00

Day 2 Ohrid – Sveti Naum – Resne – Bitola (Monastir) – Skopje
After breakfast, we will first arrive at St. Naum with magnificent views in approximately 1 hour. We will see the source of the Black Drin where Ohrid Lake originates. The fantastic view here is bound to take your breath away. Following this, we will move on to Resne. Here, we will visit the palace of Resneli Niyazi, one of the most famous figures of the Committee of Union and Progress, who became famous for his contributions during the Greek-Turkish War, and we will arrive in Bitola. During our visit to Monastir (Bitola); we will visit Magnolya Square, the Clock Tower, the New Mosque, the Bazaar, the İshak Pasha Mosque, and experience the most emotional moments of the tour at Atatürk’s Military Academy, where Atatürk graduated, and visit the Atatürk Museum. Following our visit, we will continue on our journey to the capital Skopje and begin our city tour. Beginning with the Macedonian side, which can be described as a land of statues, we will first see the towering statue of Alexander the Great, then proceed onto the historic Skopje Stone Bridge, where we will witness how cultures change as we cross over the Vardar River and enter the Skopje Turkish Bazaar, one of the best Ottoman bazaars in the Balkans. We will start our bazaar tour by addressing the statues at the entrance, followed by visiting the historical Davut Pasha bath, continuing with the Kapan Han, one of the most important structures in the Ottoman bazaar organization, and the Murat Pasha Mosque, which has survived earthquakes. Afterwards, one hour of free time will be given for shopping at the Turkish Bazaar. Among the things you can buy are Shushka pepper, Ustrumca peanuts, and traditional shoes. Following the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and settle into our rooms. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken extra during free time in a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Gold Hotel etc. – SKOPJE
Route: Ohrid – Sv Naum; 30 KM, Sv Naum – Resne; 70 KM , Resne – Monastir; 35 KM , Monastir – Skopje; 170 KM
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated based on road conditions  20:00
 

Day 3 Skopje – Matka Canyon – Kosovo (Prizren) – Skopje (Balkan Night)

After breakfast at our hotel, we will proceed to the Matka Canyon, renowned for its unique beauty. After a pleasant walk where we’ll take stunning photos during free time, we will gather in our vehicle and head to the Osmanlı Mansion from the 19th century located near the capital of Kosovo, Pristina, and visit the tomb of I. Murad (Hüdavendigar), who was martyred by Obilic during the Kosovo Battle, one of the greatest victories of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans. Following our visit, after an approximately 100 km journey, we will arrive in Prizren, considered one of the most charming cities in the Balkans, perched along the Bistrica (Akdere) River. During our panoramic tour of this charming city, we will visit the 17th-century Turkish Hamam, the Sinan Pasha Mosque built in 1615, and the Prizren Fortress. After the tour ends, we will have free time followed by a return to Skopje. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken extra during free time in a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Engagement party with regional dishes and music will be organized. (INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE)
Accommodation: Gold Hotel etc. – SKOPJE
Route: Skopje – Pristina; 100 KM, Pristina – Prizren; 100 KM, Prizren – Skopje; 170 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated based on customs passage time about 19:30

 

 

Day 4 Skopje – Belgrade
After breakfast, we will depart for Belgrade. Following our journey, we will start our city tour at Knez Mihailova street, which is the most elegant street in the city, a symbol of vibrancy and liveliness in one of Europe’s oldest cities. Then we will move to the Belgrade Fortress, for which Fatih Sultan Mehmed was injured but whose conquest was afforded to Kanuni Sultan Suleiman, one of the supply centers of the Ottoman navy. Within the fortress, we will see the Key Delivery Monument, the French statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the Damat Ali Pasha tomb, the Sokullu fountain and end our tour at the viewing terrace where we will see the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, the most beautiful view in the city. Following the tour, we will have free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: It will be taken extra during free time in a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Abba Hotel etc. – BELGRADE
Route: Skopje – Belgrade; 450 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated based on customs crossing time approximately 20:00
 

 

Day 5 Belgrade – Sarajevo
After breakfast at our hotel, we will head to Sarajevo. While progressing along the mountainous Balkan roads, we will see stunning views. After our arrival, we will commence our panoramic city tour. We will stroll in Başçarşı, the most distinguished bazaar of Europe. Our tour, introducing this cultural city, will start with Sarajevo Sebil Fountain, the symbol of the city, and will continue with Morica Han, one of the most authentic spots of the city. Next, we will visit Hüsrev Bey Mosque, a relative of Kanuni Sultan Süleyman. During our tour, we will see the Clock Tower, the famous fountain that has become a ritual, and the meeting point of cultures, which is also the location of the Eternal Flame monument. Following the tours, we will have free time, and guests may take photos of the Latin Bridge, where World War I sparked. After the tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:  It will be taken extra during free time in a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at a local restaurant in the form of Bosnian meatballs, which is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Holiday Hotel etc. – SARAJEVO
Route: Belgrade – Sarajevo; 295 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated based on customs crossing time approximately: 20:00
 

Day 6 Sarajevo – Konjic – Mostar – Blagaj – Trebinje
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will be heading towards Mostar with beautiful views within the ecosystem of the Neretva River.We will take a short break at Konjic, known as a place where horses rested, as mentioned in Evliya Çelebi’s Travelogue, before continuing our journey. We will see and photograph the Konjic Bridge built by IV. Mehmed before continuing on our way via Jablanica. The journey will present us opportunities to witness the most beautiful nature views that the Neretva River has to offer. Upon arrival in Mostar, we will walk through the city and first see the Mostar Bridge. (Built by Architect Hayreddin in 1557, the bridge is a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.) The bridge was destroyed in the war that occurred in 1992 by Croatian artillery, however, with the major contributions of the Republic of Turkey, it was reopened in 2004. We will explore the old town bazaar. After the free time, we will move towards Blagaj.After a short trip, we will arrive at Blagaj, where we will descend from the parking area to walk, and after that, we will have free time in the area where the Buna River springs, where Alperenler Tekke is located. Those who wish may visit the Tekke, while others can take the best photos of the Tekke from the outside. After our visits, we will transfer to our hotel. Depending on the occupancy, we will be staying in Trebinje or surrounding areas such as Medjugorje or Blagaj. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:  It will be taken extra during free time in a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Leotar Hotel etc. – TREBINJE
Route: Sarajevo – Konjic; 60 KM, Konjic – Mostar; 70 KM, Mostar – Blagaj 20 KM, Blagaj – Trebinje 100 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated based on road conditions around 19:30


Day 7 Trebinje – Kotor – Budva – Shkodra - Tirana
After our breakfast at the hotel, we will cross into the world's youngest country, Montenegro. Our first stop will be Kotor, an important historical and natural gem as well as a tourist attraction. During our walking tour in Stari Grad (Old Town - Fortress), we will get to know this charming city. We will visit notable historical landmarks including Arsenal Square, the Clock Tower, the Shame Monument, the Government Palace, the Guardian Tower, St. Tryphon's Church and Square, Kalambaka (Tulumba) Square, and St. Luke and Nicholas Churches before we take free time. Following our free time, we will pass through Budva, where we can view the magnificent St. Stefan from above, an island that was once a fishermen's settlement and was resurrected through restoration efforts. Then we will proceed to the Albanian town of Shkodra. After Shkodra, we will arrive in Tirana and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:  It will be taken extra during the free time in a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: It will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Te Stela Hotel etc. – TIRANA
Route: Trebinje – Kotor; 95 KM, Kotor – Tirana ; 110 KM
 Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated based on customs crossing time approximately 20:00

Day 8 Tirana – Istanbul
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will transfer to Tirana Airport. After ticket, luggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul with Ajet Airlines Flight No. VF368 at 08:55 and will arrive in Istanbul at 11:35. We hope to see you on your next journey.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.

 

 

What's included
* AJET Airlines Economy Class Flight Tickets from Istanbul to Tirana and back
* Local Transportation Services
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* 7 Nights Accommodation with Breakfast included at 4* Hotels: 2 Nights in Skopje, 1 Night in Ohrid, 1 Night in Belgrade, 1 Night in Sarajevo, 1 Night in Trebinje or surrounding Medjugorje or Blagaj area, 1 Night in Tirana
* 5 dinners taken at hotels or restaurants in Skopje, Ohrid, Belgrade, Trebinje, and Tirana
* Balkan Night at a local restaurant
* Bosnian Meatballs at a local restaurant
* Panoramic city tours in Prizren, Pristina, Skopje, Ohrid, Resne, Bitola, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Konjic, Mostar, Kotor, Shkodra, Tirana
* Kosovo Crossing Fee
* Sveti Naum Tour
* Matka Canyon Tour
* Blagaj Tekke Tour
* Compulsory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* City Taxes
* Customs Fees
* Panoramic city tours as specified in the program
* Airport taxes and service fees
Not included
* Tours organized by the guide * Museum and site entrance fees.
* Extras taken at the hotel.
* All personal expenses.
* Extra tours.
* Lunches.
* All trips and tours not specified in the program.
* Driver tips (5 EUR per person).
* International departure tax.
* International travel health insurance.
Need to Know
- It is sufficient to carry euros for shopping and expenses in all countries included in the tour program. In regions where local currency is used, the guide will assist with currency exchange. - Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evenings. - On our tours, a rotation system is applied daily in seat planning; fixed seats and front seat guarantees are not provided. Seat changes are organized by the tour guide. - When entering Türkiye from abroad, in order to bring goods (alcohol, cigarettes, etc.), a minimum stay of 3 days is required. - Free shop purchase limits when entering Türkiye from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic beverage (for alcoholic drinks with more than 22% alcohol, excluding wine and champagne), Alcoholic beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic beverage (for alcoholic drinks with less than 22% alcohol, including wine and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or skin care products: 5 items, Chocolate and confectionery: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg - The guide may make changes to the itinerary flow depending on weather and road conditions, provided that all places specified in the program are shown. - Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour date. If the tour date is less than 30 days away, a 30% penalty will apply; if 20 days or less remain, a 100% penalty will apply. Documents submitted with the cancellation request, such as hospital reports or workplace leave documents obtained from authorities in Türkiye, are unfortunately not accepted for cancellation of hotel and service arrangements outside Türkiye. - Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the latest cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. Cancellation due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel. - In cases where only category information is provided without specifying a hotel name and/or there are alternatives for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be announced by Viyatravel 2 days before departure. - During fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the stated kilometers. - Triple rooms are provided subject to hotel availability, and in such rooms the bed assigned to the third person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are folding beds or coach beds, participants in the third-person and/or child reservation are deemed to have accepted the possible cramped conditions and bed type in the room. Child discounts are valid only for one child in the relevant age group staying with 2 adults. - Breakfasts included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country visited and are generally offered as a limited menu known as continental breakfast, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee. For groups, service may be provided in a separate hall assigned to the group. - Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours of up to 2-3 hours, organized to provide a general introduction to the cities, conducted from the bus with guide commentary, and do not include museum or archaeological site entrance fees. Viyatravel is not responsible if panoramic tours, including other tours mentioned in the program, cannot be carried out on the scheduled day and time due to restrictions imposed by local authorities, closed roads because of events, or weather conditions making the tour impossible. Some tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot where roads are closed or vehicle access is not permitted, if possible. - Waiting times at border crossings passed by road during the journey may exceed standard times, and Viyatravel cannot be held responsible for any negative situations arising from these delays. - Extra tours are organized by the local Viyatravel service provider with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not reached, the excursions may not take place, or the extra tour prices, content, and vehicles used may vary depending on the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide according to the opening/closing status of museums and archaeological sites at the destinations and weather conditions. - Extra tours are optional and not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to join optional tours arranged during the trip are deemed to have accepted waiting at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and picked up from the same point after the tour is completed. - For those participating in tours by air, check-in and boarding procedures are personal responsibilities and must be completed by the guest before the flight at the relevant airline counters at the airport or online on the airline’s website. - Viyatravel is not responsible for passengers who do not arrive at the airport at the stated time communicated by Viyatravel, do not complete check-in and boarding on time, or complete them on time but do not board the aircraft. Passengers who miss the flight will be responsible for all costs of new round-trip tickets required to join the tour and all transfer expenses in the destination area. - Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. Delays may occur on scheduled and charter flights, or times may change before the trip and flight. Viyatravel is obliged to inform you of such changes as soon as possible. The passenger has purchased the trip accepting the risk of schedule changes. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and airport service fees. - The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified as follows according to the number of participants. The vehicle type used for each tour is determined based on the number of people participating: Buses: (used for 25–46 people) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna Midibuses: (used for 17–24 people) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega Minibuses: (used for up to 16 people) *VW Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter - All guests are deemed to have sold the tour by accepting the above-mentioned terms.