Grand Balkans 9 Countries in 8 Days Tour from Ankara - 6 Nights by Bus

About Grand Balkans 9 Countries in 8 Days Tour from Ankara - 6 Nights by Bus

This package tour from Ankara takes 6 Nights 8 Days by luxury coach and includes stops such as Kavala, Ohrid, Thessaloniki, Bitola, Resen and Skopje. The itinerary travels through Greece, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Kosovo, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Bulgaria. Kavala is a city in northern Greece built around the Kamares aqueduct and its harbor. Accommodation is planned as 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Skopje, 1 night Half Board in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or the surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or the surrounding area, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo, and 1 night Half Board in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night is spent on the road). There are 6 departure dates between 17 October 2026 and 12 December 2026. Prices start at €1.060 per person. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at €529. A €200 supplement applies to guests staying in a single room. On day 1, depart from Ankara by coach and cross the Kapikule border gate. Day 2 includes sightseeing along the Ohrid, Kavala and Thessaloniki route; day 3, the Skopje, Ohrid and Tetovo route; day 4, the Podgorica, Skopje and Prizren route; day 5, the Trebinje, Podgorica and Budva route; day 6, the Sarajevo, Trebinje and Blagaj route; and day 7, the Belgrade and Sarajevo route. On day 8, return to Ankara. Choose your accommodation when booking: 4-star hotels (no price difference). The hotels on the itinerary, by city, are: Ohrid: 4-star hotels in Ohrid, Skopje: 4-star hotels in Skopje, Podgorica: 4-star hotels in Shkoder, Podgorica or the surrounding area, Trebinje: 4-star hotels in Trebinje or the surrounding area, Sarajevo: 4-star hotels in Sarajevo, and Belgrade: 4-star hotels in Belgrade. The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Skopje, 1 night Half Board in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or the surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or the surrounding area, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo, and 1 night Half Board in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night is spent on the road); panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary; and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, the international departure fee, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver (optional) are not included. The full list of inclusions and exclusions is provided in the “What's Included” and “What's Not Included” sections on the page.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Ankara – Kavala

The journey begins by bus from Ankara. Along the way, you’ll see Thessaloniki, Bitola, Resen, Ohrid, Struga, Skopje, Pristina, Prizren and Bar. Kavala — a city in northern Greece known for its Kamares Aqueduct and harbor. Thessaloniki — Greece’s second-largest city, known for the White Tower, Aristotelous Square and its waterfront promenade. In Bitola, known as the city of consulates during the Ottoman era, you’ll visit Şirok Sokak and the Clock Tower. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Ohrid – Kavala – Thessaloniki

After breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. The route for the day takes in Ohrid, Kavala, Thessaloniki, Bitola and Resen. During the day, visit Bitola, Ohrid, Thessaloniki Fortress, the Church of Saint Demetrius, Shirok Street, Ishak Mosque and New Mosque. Dinner is included in the tour price. Ohrid — A UNESCO-listed lakeside city known for its churches, castle and cobbled streets. Resen — A town near Lake Prespa, known for the palace built by Niyazi Bey of Resen. Shirok Street — Bitola's pedestrian street and the heart of the city, with 19th-century buildings and cafés. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Skopje – Ohrid – Tetovo

The day begins after an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent travelling along the Skopje, Ohrid and Tetovo route, with a visit to Ohrid. On the optional excursion, the Painted Mosque and the Vardar River are visited; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Lunch is during free time and at guests’ own expense. Skopje — the capital of North Macedonia, with an Ottoman bazaar and a modern square on either side of the Vardar River. Tetovo — a city at the foot of the Šar Mountains, visited for the Painted Mosque and the Arabati Baba Tekke. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Podgorica – Skopje – Prizren

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day includes Podgorica, Skopje and Prizren. During the day, you will see Matka Canyon, Sinan Pasha Mosque, Prizren Fortress and Shadervan Square. There will be free time after the itinerary. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 — Trebinje – Podgorica – Budva

The day begins with an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent traveling along the Trebinje – Podgorica – Budva – Kotor – Dubrovnik route. During the day, you will see Kotor Bay, the Old Town Square, and St. Vlah Church. Dinner is included in the tour price. Free time follows the program. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 — Sarajevo – Trebinje – Blagaj

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day takes you through Sarajevo, Trebinje, Blagaj and Mostar. Today's visits include Neum, Mostar Bridge, Baščaršija and Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. There is free time after the itinerary. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 — Belgrade – Sarajevo

After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. Travel from Belgrade to Sarajevo. During the Belgrade tour, you will visit Knez Mihailova Street and the Key Handover Monument. Dinner is included in the tour price. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 8 — Belgrade – Sofia – Ankara

After breakfast, the return journey begins, with rest stops along the way. The tour ends with arrival in Ankara late at night. During the day, you will see Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia University, the Church of St. George Rotunda, and Kapıkule. The optional excursion includes a visit to Edirne; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Lunch is at guests’ own expense during free time.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 9 - 16 November 2026

Tour date: 30 November - 7 December 2026

Tour date: 14 - 21 December 2026

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Kavala & Ohrid & Thessaloniki tour from Ankara last?

The tour is 6 Nights 8 Days. Accommodation comprises 1 night bed and breakfast in Skopje, 1 night half board in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or the surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or the surrounding area, 1 night bed and breakfast in Sarajevo, and 1 night half board in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night is spent travelling).

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route includes stops in Kavala, Ohrid, Thessaloniki, Bitola, Resen, Skopje, Tetovo, Podgorica, Prizren, Trebinje, Budva, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Blagaj, Mostar, Belgrade, and Sofia, and passes through Greece, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Kosovo, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Bulgaria.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking expenses, customs duties, 1 night in Skopje with bed and breakfast, 1 night in Ohrid on a half-board basis, 1 night in Podgorica or the surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or the surrounding area, 1 night in Sarajevo with bed and breakfast, and 1 night in Belgrade on a half-board basis (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night spent on the road), panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All items are listed in the “What’s Included in the Price” section on the page.

What is not included in the tour price?

Visa and visa service fees, the international departure fee, entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites, meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver (optional) are not included in the price. The full list is provided in the "Items Not Included in the Price" section.

Where does the bus depart from, what are the boarding points?

Transportation is provided by luxury round-trip bus. Border crossing is through the Kapıkule gate. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

You can state your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (no price difference). Hotels in the itinerary: Ohrid: 4* hotels in Ohrid, Skopje: 4* hotels in Skopje, Podgorica: 4* hotels in Shkodër, Podgorica or the surrounding area, Trebinje: 4* hotels in Trebinje or the surrounding area, Sarajevo: 4* hotels in Sarajevo, and Belgrade: 4* hotels in Belgrade. A €200 supplement applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room.

Are meals included in the price?

Accommodation includes 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Skopje, 1 night Half Board in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or the surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or the surrounding area, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo, and 1 night Half Board in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night spent on the road). Bed & Breakfast accommodation includes breakfast only; lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Half Board includes breakfast and dinner.

Is a visa required, and is the fee included?

Visa fees and visa service charges are not included in the tour price; participants are responsible for their own visa arrangements. The note in the "Not Included in the Price" section of this page states: Participants must hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa covering the entire tour period. (Holders of green passports are exempt from visa requirements.)

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €529, and for infants aged 0–1 from €99. Ages 12 and above are subject to the adult fare.

On which dates are departures available?

There are 6 departure dates between 17 October 2026 and 12 December 2026.