Grand Balkans 9 Countries in 9 Days Tour from Ankara - 7 Nights by Bus

About Grand Balkans 9 Countries in 9 Days Tour from Ankara - 7 Nights by Bus

This package tour from Ankara lasts 7 Nights 9 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 follows: 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, 1 night Half Board in Belgrade and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sofia (7 nights in hotels in total; 1 night is spent on the road). There are 2 separate departure dates between October 23, 2026 and November 6, 2026. Prices start at €1.060 per person. Prices for children aged 2–11 start at €579. A €200 supplement applies to guests who wish to stay in a single room. On Day 1, the journey departs from Ankara by coach and crosses the Kapıkule border crossing. Day 2 follows the Ohrid, Kavala and Thessaloniki route; Day 3 follows the Skopje, Ohrid and St. Naum route; Day 4 follows the Podgorica, Skopje and Prizren route; Day 5 follows the Trebinje, Podgorica and Budva route; Day 6 follows the Sarajevo, Trebinje and Blagaj route; and Day 7 follows the Belgrade and Sarajevo route. The remaining days of the itinerary are listed in the day-by-day program on the page. On Day 9, the tour returns to Ankara. Accommodation is selected during booking: 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels in the program, by city, are as follows: Ohrid: 4-star hotels, Skopje: 4-star hotels, Podgorica: 4* hotels, Trebinje: 4-star hotels, Sarajevo: 4-star hotels and Belgrade: 4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip transport by luxury coach, highway and parking expenses, customs duties, accommodation for 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, 1 night Half Board in Belgrade and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sofia (7 nights in hotels in total; 1 night is spent on the road), panoramic city tours included in the program and compulsory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, the international departure fee, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not listed in the program, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver (optional) are not included. The complete lists are provided in the “Included in the Price” and “Not Included in the Price” sections on the page.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Ankara – Kavala

The tour departs from Ankara by coach. The optional excursion visits Kavala, Thessaloniki, Bitola, Resen, Ohrid, Struga, Skopje and Pristina; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Kavala — A city in Northern Greece known for the Kamares Aqueduct and its harbor. Thessaloniki — Greece’s second-largest city, known for the White Tower, Aristotelous Square and its seaside promenade. Bitola — Known as the city of consulates during the Ottoman period, Bitola is explored via Širok 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 – St. Naum

After breakfast from the hotel’s open buffet, the day begins. The itinerary takes you through Skopje, Ohrid, St. Naum, and Tetovo. Ohrid is visited during the day. The optional excursion includes the Painted Mosque and the Vardar River; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Skopje — the capital of North Macedonia, with an Ottoman bazaar and a modern square on either side of the Vardar River. Tetovo — this city at the foot of the Šar Mountains is 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 — Sofia – Belgrade

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. We travel from Sofia to Belgrade. The Belgrade tour includes Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia University, and the Rotunda Church. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Free time follows the tour. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 9 — Sofia – Plovdiv – 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 visit the Ethnography Museum, the Roman Stadium, Kaleiçi Quarter, the Hindliyan Museum, the Friday Mosque, Kapıkule and Edirne. Lunch is at your own expense during free time.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 8 - 16 November 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 7 nights and 9 days. Accommodation is as follows: 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, 1 night Half Board in Belgrade, and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sofia (7 hotel nights in total; 1 night spent on the road).

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary includes stops in Kavala, Ohrid, Thessaloniki, Bitola, Resen, Skopje, St. Naum, Tetovo, Podgorica, Prizren, Trebinje, Budva, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Blagaj, Mostar, Belgrade, Sofia, and Plovdiv, and travels 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 luxury coach transportation, highway and parking expenses, customs duties, 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Skopje, 1 night of Half Board accommodation in Ohrid, 1 night in Podgorica or the surrounding area, 1 night in Trebinje or the surrounding area, 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo, 1 night of Half Board accommodation in Belgrade and 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sofia (7 nights in hotels in total; 1 night spent on the road), panoramic city tours in the itinerary and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All items are listed in the “What's Included” 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 indicate your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels on the itinerary: Ohrid: 4-star hotels, Skopje: 4-star hotels, Podgorica: 4-star hotels, Trebinje: 4-star hotels, Sarajevo: 4-star hotels, and Belgrade: 4-star hotels. A €200 supplement applies to guests who wish 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, 1 night Half Board in Belgrade and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sofia (7 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 and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; visa arrangements are the participant's responsibility. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: Visa service fee - Additional service charges that may arise from consulates and service providers (courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any price increases they may apply after the contract is concluded will be charged separately to the customer.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €579, 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 2 departure dates between 23 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.