Jet Hy with the Grand Balkan Tour 6 Countries Visa-Free from Ankara - SJJ-SJJ

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Great Balkan Tour with Ajet VISA-FREE FOR 6 COUNTRIES

NON-STOP DIRECT FLIGHT
7 Nights 8 Days - 4* Hotels – Dinner Included

NO EXTRA TOURS – ALL INCLUSIVE !!!! KOSOVO PROGRAM
Dinner Shows of Macedonian Night and Bosnian Meatballs Included in Local Restaurants!!
Meeting of Civilizations, Cultures, and Beliefs,

Buluşma Noktasında Balkanların Kalbine Yolculuk

Point of Meeting to the Heart of the Balkans.
Bosnia Herzegovina – Serbia – Macedonia – Kosovo - Albania – Montenegro

6 COUNTRIES

Just some of the privileges of the program
* Non-stop direct flight with Ajet Airlines.
* Possibility of 6 countries including Kosovo
* 2 Evenings in Local Restaurants with Macedonian Night and Bosnian Kofte
* Full equipped tour with professional guide staff
* Opportunity to explore the entire Balkan geography step by step
* Dinners at hotels or restaurants
* Kosovo tour included
* Transportation throughout the tour with buses packaged for professional tourism
* Visit to one of the most popular places in the Balkans, Sveti Naum tour included
* Including the Matka Canyon known for its stunning beauty
* Blagaj tour included
* Vrelo Bosne tour included

Tour Departure Dates :

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

Day 1: Ankara - Sarajevo
Meeting at the Ajet Counter at Ankara Airport International Departure Terminal. Departure for Ankara - Sarajevo flight with Ajet Airlines flight number VF623 at 17:00. Arrival at Sarajevo Airport at local time 18:10 after passport procedures. After meeting with the vehicle and guide in the area, we will have an evening tour in the bazaars of Sarajevo. After dinner in the bazaar, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Dinner: Bosnian Kofte in a Local Restaurant, included in the tour fee.
Accommodation: Holiday Hotel etc. Sarajevo

Day 2: Sarajevo – Vrelo Bosne – Belgrade
After breakfast, we visit Vrelo Bosne, the largest national park of Sarajevo, located on the side of the Igman mountain, which is known for its perfect walking paths and authentic cafes, and where the source of the Bosna River is also located, organized by Tito in the past. After our free time, we walk around in the Ottoman bazaar, Baščaršija, that is the most notable market in Europe. We start our tour with Sarajevo Sebil Fountain, which has become a symbol of the bazaar, followed by a visit to the Morica Han, one of the most authentic places in the city. Then we will see the Husein Bey Mosque, a relative of Suleiman the Magnificent. 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. Later, we will have free time, and guests may photograph the Latin Bridge where World War I started. After our tour and free time, we depart for Belgrade. After our journey, we arrive in Belgrade, one of Europe's oldest cities, a symbol of vitality and movement. Accommodation at our hotel in Belgrade.
Breakfast: Will be at our hotel, included in the tour fee.
Lunch:: Will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time as an extra.
Dinner:: Will be at our hotel or restaurants, included in the tour fee.
Accommodation:: Theater Hotel etc. BELGRADE
Route:: Sarajevo - Vrelo Bosne 10 KM Vrelo Bosne – Belgrade 295 KM
Check-in Time: Depending on customs transition time, estimated: 20:00

Day 3: Belgrade- Skopje
After breakfast at our hotel, we start the city tour of Belgrade. We begin with the most elegant street in the city, Knez Mihailova Street. Next, we visit the Kalemegdan Fortress, which was a supply center for the Ottoman navy, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded. The tour includes the Key Delivery Monument, a French statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the Tomb of Damat Ali Paşa, the Sokullu Fountain, and we will finish at the terrace area where we can see the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, the most beautiful view of the city. After our tour, we head to Skopje. After arrival, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be at our hotel, included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time as an extra.
Dinner: Will be at our hotel or restaurants, included in the tour fee.
Accommodation: Gold Hotel etc. SKOPJE
Route:Belgrade- Skopje 432 KM
Check-in Time: Depending on customs transition time, estimated: 19:30

Day 4: Skopje – Kosovo (Prizren) - Skopje
After breakfast at our hotel, we will start the city tour of Skopje. We begin the tour in the region of two different cultures marked by the Vardar River, starting with the Giant Alexander statue among the tall statues while first going to Makedon. After passing through the Historic Stone Bridge, we will proceed to the Turkish Bazaar, which is known as one of the most qualified bazaars of the Ottomans. We will start our tour in the bazaar with Davut Pasha Bath, which is one of the important structures of the Ottoman Bazaar organization. We will also see the Kapan Han and the Murat Paşa Mosque, which survived despite earthquakes. After our visits, there will be an hour of free time for shopping in the Turkish Bazaar where you can buy things like Šušak pepper, ustrumca poached peanuts, and shoes. After visits, we will move to Kosovo, one of the youngest countries in the world, where most of its population consists of Muslim Albanians. We will have an emotional day in the former Ottoman lands, where a humanitarian drama took place not long ago. Our first stop will be the Tomb of Murad Hüdavendigar. After our visit, we will take a short bus ride to Prizren. During our panoramic tour of Prizren, one of the cutest cities in the Balkans, we will see the Turkish Bath from the 17th century, the Sinan Pasha Mosque built in 1615, and Prizren Castle. After the tour ends and we have free time, we will return to Skopje for overnight.

Breakfast; Will be at our hotel, included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time as an extra.
Dinner: Included in the price will be traditional dishes with music during the Macedonian Night.
Accommodation: Gold Hotel etc. SKOPJE
Route: Skopje – Pristina 92 KM, Pristina – Prizren 85 KM, Prizren – Skopje 161 KM
Check-in Time: Depending on customs transition time, estimated: 19:00

Day 5: Skopje – Matka Canyon - Tetovo (Kalkandelen) – Ohrid
After our breakfast, we move towards the Matka Canyon, which is known for its unique beauty. After a nature walk, guests who wish can take a trip with the famous boats of the canyon during their free time. Additionally, we will visit Alaca Mosque in Kalkandelen (Tetovo), known for its rare architecture in the Balkans, and then we will reach Ohrid, a Mediterranean town in the Balkans. Our tour of Ohrid will start at the Port Square, where we will explain the statues we see, then walk around in the neighborhood with historical Ottoman houses, see the St. Sophia Church, and present the famous Ohrid Pearl, which is the biggest symbol of Ohrid. After the tour, we will have free time. Then we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be at our hotel, included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken during free time in Ohrid city center as an extra - You can taste all the local delicacies. Guide Recommendation: Ohrid Trout, Meatballs, and Baked Beans.Dinner:Will be at our hotel or in restaurants, included in the tour fee.

Accommodation: Hotel Belvedere etc. – Ohrid

Route: Skopje-Matka 19 KM , Matka–Tetovo 61 KM , Tetovo-Ohrid 132 KM

Check-in Time: 19:30

Day 6: Ohrid – Sveti Naum – Tirana – Shkodër
After breakfast, we begin our tour with a one-hour journey with magnificent views, arriving at St. Naum. We visit the birthplace of Ohrid Lake. The breathtaking scenery will take your breath away. After our tour, we will leave Ohrid, crossing the Albanian border and arriving in Tirana via Elbasan. During our panoramic tour of this beautiful city, which was the capital of Albania in 1920 and was established by Suleyman Pasha in 1614, we will visit the Ethem Bey Mosque, the historical Clock Tower, National Museum, Opera and Ballet House, Parliament and Prime Minister Office Buildings, Presidential Palace, Mother Teresa Statue and Skanderbeg Square. After the Tirana tour, we will have a short free time. After gathering, we will arrive at our accommodation point in the Shkodër area. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be at our hotel, included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken during free time in the city center of Tirana as an extra
Dinner: Will be at our hotel or in restaurants, included in the tour fee.

Accommodation: Hotel Luane Arte etc. – Shkodër
Route: Ohrid – Sveti Naum 29 KM , Sveti Naum – Tirana 139 KM, Tirana – Shkodër 97 KM
Check-in Time: 19:30

Day 7: Shkodër – Budva – Kotor – Medjugorje
After breakfast at our hotel, we proceed to Montenegro, one of the world’s youngest states. Our first stop will be the stunning St. Stefan, which has become a vacation place for the social elite; we will stop for a panoramic view from a hilltop (depending on the vehicle parking availability). After seeing Budva panoramically, our next destination is Kotor, an important historical and natural treasure and tourism attraction. You will walk through Stari Grad (Old City-Fortress) in Kotor, learning about its charm. After visiting Kotor, we will head to the city where we will be staying. Overnight in Medjugorje, Trebinje, or surrounding area.
Breakfast; Will be at our hotel, included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time as an extra.
Dinner: Will be at our hotel or in restaurants, included in the tour fee.
Accommodation: Hotel Olea Vitis etc. MEDJUGORJE
Route: Shkodër – Budva 85 KM , Budva – Kotor 25 KM , Kotor – Medjugorje 198 KM
Check-in Time; Depending on customs transition time, estimated: 21:00

Day 8: Medjugorje – Mostar – Blagaj - Konjic – Sarajevo – Ankara

After breakfast at our hotel, we head towards historical Mostar. Upon arriving in Mostar, we will see Mostar Bridge (built by architect Hayreddin in 1557, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture). The bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery in the war of 1992, but thanks to significant contributions from the Republic of Turkey, it was reopened in 2004. We will wander through the old city bazaar. After free time, we will move on to Blagaj, the land of the Alperen. After that, we will have a break in the town of Konjic, where the famous bridge that has survived from the Ottoman period to this day is being restored by Turkey.

After our break, we will arrive at Sarajevo Airport. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we will fly to Ankara at 19:00 with flight number VF624 of Ajet Airlines. Arrival in Ankara at 22:00. We hope to see you again on your next trip…
Breakfast; Will be at our hotel, included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a place determined by the guide during free time as an extra.
Route: Medjugorje – Mostar 26 KM , Mostar – Blagaj 11 KM , Blagaj- Sarajevo 140 KM

What's included

* Flight ticket with Ajet Airlines between Ankara – Sarajevo – Ankara
* Local Transportation Services
* 2 Nights Accommodation in 4* Hotels in Skopje, 1 Night in Ohrid, 1 Night in Shkodra or Surroundings, 1 Night in Medjugorje or Surroundings, 1 Night in Sarajevo, and 1 Night in Belgrade, with a total of 7 Nights including Breakfast
* 5 Dinners at Hotels or Restaurants
* Balkan Night to be held at a Local Restaurant.
* Bosnian Meatballs to be served at a Local Restaurant
* Mandatory local guiding services in some cities
* Panoramic city tours of Prizren, Skopje, Tetova, Ohrid, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar, Kotor, Budva, Tirana
* Kosovo Tour
* Matka Canyon Tour
* St. Naum Ohrid Lake Spring Tour
* Blagaj Tekke and Buna River Springs Tour
* Konjic tour
* Vrelo Bosne tour
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Kosovo entrance fee
* City Taxes
* Customs Duties
* Panoramic city tours specified in the program
* Airport taxes and service fees

Not included

* Museum and archaeological site entrance fees. * Extras taken at the hotel and all personal expenses * Lunches * All trips and tours not specified in the program. * Driver tips (5 EUR per person) * International exit fee * International travel health insurance

Need to Know

- During the tour, it is sufficient to have Euros to shop and spend in all countries included in the program. In regions where the local currency is used, the guide will help with currency exchange.
- During the trip, comfortable walking shoes or sneakers should be preferred. It is advisable to bring a cardigan, etc., for the evening.
- On our tours, rotation (seat changing) is applied daily in seat planning, and no fixed seat or front seat guarantee is given. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- When entering Turkey from abroad, a minimum stay of 3 days is required in order to bring goods (alcohol, cigarettes, etc.).
- Duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons , Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic beverage (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic beverage (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Perfume: 600 ml , Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 pieces , Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg ,Coffee: 1 kg ,Tea: 1 kg
- Guides may make changes to the flow of the program during the tour depending on weather and road conditions, provided that every place specified in the program is shown.
- Our guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the departure date. If there are less than 30 days until the tour date, a 30% penalty applies; if there are 20 days or fewer, a 100% penalty applies. Unfortunately, documents submitted together with the cancellation request by the participant, such as hospital reports, workplace permission documents, etc. obtained from authorities in Turkey, are not accepted for the cancellation of the hotel and services they will receive outside Turkey.
-This tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the last cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be announced by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası.
-In cases where only category information is given in the tour program without specifying names and/or there are alternatives for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be announced by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası 2 days before the departure of the trip.
-During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the specified km. In such a case, information will be given by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası 15 days before the departure date of the tour
- Triple rooms may be provided depending on hotel availability, and 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. Since extra beds are folding beds and coach beds, tour participants are deemed to have accepted the possible congestion in the rooms and the bed type in 3rd person and/or child reservations. Child discounts are valid for one child only staying with 2 adults and matching the relevant age group.
-Breakfasts included in the tour program's services are served at the hotel according to the breakfast culture of the country visited and usually as a limited menu called continental breakfast, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, and for groups they may be served in a separate hall allocated to the group.
-Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours organized for the general introduction of cities, lasting at most 2-3 hours, and done panoramically with commentary by the guide from inside the vehicle, not including museum or site entrance fees. Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is not responsible for the inability to carry out panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, if they do not take place on the day and time of the tour due to roads closed by local authorities or due to any event, or when it becomes impossible to conduct the tour due to weather conditions. Some tours may be carried out by public transportation or on foot as far as possible at closed roads or points where vehicle entry is not allowed.
- During travel, waiting times at border gates crossed by road may exceed the standard, and Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası cannot be held responsible for any inconveniences arising from these waiting times.
-Extra tours are organized by the local Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası we receive service from, with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not reached, the excursions cannot be carried out, or the extra tour prices, content, and vehicle 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 the museums and sites in the places to be visited and weather conditions.
- Extra tours are optional at the participant's request and are not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to join the extra tours organized during the tour are deemed to have accepted waiting at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers are dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour starts and picked up from the point where they were dropped off after the tour is completed.
- For people participating in air tours, the required check-in and boarding procedures are personal procedures and must be completed by the guest before the flight at the relevant airline counters at the airports or online on the airlines' websites.
- Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is not responsible for the inability of people who are not present at the airport at the times announced by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası for participation in the tour, who do not complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time but do not board the plane, to take the flight. The new round-trip plane tickets required for those who miss the plane to join the tour and all costs arising from their transfers in the destination region are their responsibility.
- Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. On scheduled and special flights, there may be a risk of delay or the times of the current trip and flight may change before departure. Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is obliged to notify these changes as soon as possible. The passenger has purchased the trip by 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 people. The vehicle types listed below are assigned according to the number of people in each of our tours.
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 completed the tour sale by accepting the above-mentioned items.