Grand Italy - Greece - Balkans Tour from Ankara - by Bus Including Optional Excursions - 7 Nights 9 Days

About Grand Italy - Greece - Balkans Tour from Ankara - by Bus Including Optional Excursions - 7 Nights 9 Days

This package tour from Ankara lasts 7 Nights 9 Days by luxury coach and includes stops such as Thessaloniki, Igoumenitsa, Parga, Rome, Bari and Naples. The itinerary travels through Greece, Italy, Serbia, Slovenia and Bulgaria. Thessaloniki is Greece's second-largest city, known for the White Tower and Aristotelous Square. The tour includes 7 nights of accommodation. There are 6 departure dates between 9 October 2026 and 7 November 2026. Prices start at €1.070 per person. Prices for children aged 2–11 start at €629. A €300 supplement applies to those wishing to stay in a single room. On day 1, the tour departs Ankara by bus and crosses the Ipsala border gate. Day 2 includes visits to Igoumenitsa, Parga and Thessaloniki; day 3 includes visits to Rome, Bari and Naples; day 4 is free time in Rome; day 5 includes visits to Florence, Rome and Siena; day 6 includes visits to Milan, Florence and Pisa; and day 7 includes visits to Venice, Milan and Sirmione. The remaining days of the program are listed in the day-by-day itinerary on the page. The tour returns to Ankara on day 9. You can choose your accommodation when booking: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels on the itinerary by city are as follows: Igoumenitsa: overnight ferry journey (Pullman seat), Rome: 3–4-star hotels, Florence: 3–4-star hotels, Milan: 3–4-star hotels, Venice: 3–4-star hotels and Belgrade: 3–4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip travel by luxury coach, toll and parking fees, customs duties, 7 nights of accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, optional excursions organized by the guide, 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 in the price. 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 – Thessaloniki

Depart by coach from Ankara. On the optional excursion, visit Thessaloniki, Lake Como, Belgrade, Sofia, Ümitköy Bridge and Ipsala; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Thessaloniki — Greece's second-largest city, known for the White Tower, Aristotelous Square and its waterfront promenade. Belgrade — the capital of Serbia, known for its fortress, pedestrian streets and riverside venues. Sofia — the capital of Bulgaria, explored for its cathedral, pedestrian boulevard and Roman ruins. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Igoumenitsa – Parga – Thessaloniki

Start the day with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. Travel along the Igoumenitsa, Parga and Thessaloniki route. During the day, visit Fairground Square, the Cathedral of St. Demetrios and Kavala. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Free time follows the program. Kavala is a city in Northern Greece known for the Kamares Aqueduct and its harbor. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 — Rome – Bari – Naples

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The itinerary takes you through Rome, Bari and Naples. During the day, you will visit Piazza del Plebiscito, the Royal Palace and the Port of Naples. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. After the tour, you will have free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 — Rome

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The Rome tour includes St. Peter's Basilica and the Vittorio Emanuele II Monument. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. There is free time after the tour. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5 — Florence – Rome – Siena

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route takes you through Florence, Rome and Siena. During the day, you will see Siena Cathedral, the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Palazzo della Signoria. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Free time follows the program. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6 — Milan – Florence – Pisa

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent travelling along the Milan–Florence–Pisa route. During the day, the Duomo Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele shopping arcade are visited. Lunch is at guests’ own expense during free time. The rest of the day is at leisure after the program. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 7 — Venice – Milan – Sirmione

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day includes Venice, Milan and Sirmione. Lake Como is visited during the day. The optional excursion includes Sirmione on Lake Garda, St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace and Rialto Bridge; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Lunch is at guests' own expense during free time. Free time follows the itinerary. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 — Belgrade – Venice – Ljubljana

The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent traveling along the Belgrade, Venice, and Ljubljana route. During the day, you will see the Ljubljanica River, the University of Ljubljana, Dragon Bridge, St. Nicholas Cathedral, and Prešeren Square. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. There is free time after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9 — 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 Nedelya Church, Rotunda Church, the Russian Church, Hagia Sophia Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia University and Banya Bashi Mosque. Lunch is at guests’ own expense during free time. Rotunda Church — this brick building dating from the 4th century is considered Sofia’s oldest building. Hagia Sophia Church — this 11th-century Byzantine church in Ohrid is known for its wall frescoes. Sofia University — the university’s historic building, founded in 1888, is in the city center.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 8 - 16 November 2026

Tour date: 9 - 17 November 2026

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Thessaloniki & Igoumenitsa & Parga tour from Ankara last?

The tour is 7 nights 9 days. Accommodation is provided for 7 nights in a room.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route includes stops in Thessaloniki, Igoumenitsa, Parga, Rome, Bari, Naples, Florence, Siena, Milan, Pisa, Venice, Sirmione, Belgrade, Ljubljana, and Sofia, and travels through Greece, Italy, Serbia, Slovenia, and Bulgaria.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 7 nights' accommodation, hotel breakfasts, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and mandatory package travel 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, optional excursions organized by the guide, museum and archaeological site admission fees, meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and guide and driver tips (optional) are not included in the price. The full list is provided in the “Not Included in the Price” section.

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

Round-trip transportation is provided by luxury bus. The border crossing is made via the İpsala gate. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

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

Please indicate your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 3–4-star hotels (bed and breakfast, no price difference). Hotels included in the itinerary: Igoumenitsa: overnight ferry journey (Pullman seat), Rome: 3–4-star hotels, Florence: 3–4-star hotels, Milan: 3–4-star hotels, Venice: 3–4-star hotels and Belgrade: 3–4-star hotels. A €300 supplement applies to guests staying in a single room.

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 visa arrangements. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: Visa-related additional service charges that may be incurred by consulates and service providers (e.g. courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any fee increases they may make after the contract is concluded will be charged to the customer separately.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €629, for infants aged 0–1 it is €99. Ages 12 and above are subject to the adult rate.

On which dates are departures available?

There are 6 departure dates between 9 October 2026 and 7 November 2026.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, professional Turkish-speaking guiding service is included in the tour price. The guide accompanies the group throughout the program.