Albania & North Macedonia & Kosovo Dream from Istanbul - 3 Nights with THY

About Albania & North Macedonia & Kosovo Dream from Istanbul - 3 Nights with THY

This package tour departing from Istanbul lasts 3 Nights 4 Days with Turkish Airlines flights and covers the route through Skopje, Ohrid, Resen, Tirana, and Pristina. The itinerary travels within the borders of North Macedonia, Albania, and Kosovo. Skopje is the capital of North Macedonia, known for the Stone Bridge over the Vardar River, the Old Bazaar, and Macedonia Square. Accommodation is planned for 3 nights on a Bed & Breakfast basis. The tour operates with a single departure on 31 December 2026. Prices start at €1.050 per person. Prices for children aged 2–11 start at €499. A supplement of €150 applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room. On day 1, you fly from Istanbul to Skopje and check in to the hotel. On day 2, the tour visits Ohrid, Skopje, and Resen, and on day 3, it visits Tirana and Ohrid. On day 4, you return to Istanbul. When booking, you can choose your accommodation: 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels on the itinerary are: Skopje: 4-star hotels, Ohrid: 4-star hotels, and Tirana: 4-star hotels. The price includes economy-class round-trip airfare, airport taxes, 3 nights of Bed & Breakfast accommodation, airport–hotel–airport transfers, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. The international departure fee, optional excursions organized by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not specified in the itinerary, personal expenses, and guide and driver tips (optional) are not included. The full list of inclusions and exclusions is 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 — Istanbul – Skopje

Meet at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport; you are advised to arrive at least three hours before departure. Fly to Skopje with Turkish Airlines (departure 08:55, arrival 08:25). The Skopje tour includes the Vardar River, Davut Pasha Hammam, Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Sultan Murad Mosque, Isa Bey Mosque, Macedonia Square, the Church of the Ascension of Jesus and the Mother Teresa Memorial House. The optional excursion visits Matka Canyon; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Skopje — the capital of North Macedonia, set on both banks of the Vardar, where an Ottoman bazaar and a modern square sit side by side. Vardar River — the river that divides Skopje in two; the Stone Bridge over it is a symbol of the city. Davut Pasha Hammam — a 15th-century bathhouse now used as an art gallery. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Ohrid – Skopje – Resen

The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route takes you through Ohrid, Skopje and Resen. During the day, visit Bitola, Ohrid, the New Mosque, Haydar Kadı Mosque and the Atatürk Museum. An optional excursion takes you to Struga; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Ohrid — a UNESCO-listed lakeside city known for its churches, fortress and cobbled streets. Resen — a town near Lake Prespa, known for the palace built by Resneli Niyazi Bey. Bitola — formerly known as Manastır; this is where Atatürk received his military high school education. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 — Tirana – Ohrid

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the day. Travel from Tirana to Ohrid. The Ohrid tour includes a visit to Ohrid. An optional excursion visits the Et'hem Bey Mosque, the square and the Lana River; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Free time follows the program. Tirana — the capital of Albania, known for its colorful building facades and spacious square. Et'hem Bey Mosque — a mosque in central Tirana, known for the landscape paintings on its interior walls. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Tirana – Pristina – Istanbul

After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport. You will return to Istanbul Airport on a Turkish Airlines flight (departure 20:35, arrival 00:20). During the day, you will visit Prizren. The optional excursion includes visits to the Halveti Tekke, Gazi Mehmet Pasha Hammam, Sinan Pasha Mosque, City Fortress, Kosovo Museum, Fatih Sultan Mehmed Complex and Yashar Pasha Mosque; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel.

Transport Information

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 2 - 5 January 2027

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Skopje & Ohrid & Resen tour from Istanbul take?

The tour is 3 nights 4 days. Accommodation is for 3 nights on a bed & breakfast basis.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary consists of Skopje, Ohrid, Resen, Tirana, and Pristina, traveling within North Macedonia, Albania, and Kosovo.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip economy-class airfare, airport taxes, 3 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation, airport-hotel-airport transfers, and compulsory package tour liability insurance. All items are listed in the “Included in the Price” section on the page.

What is not included in the tour price?

The international departure tax, optional excursions organized by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not specified 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 "Not Included in the Price" section.

Which airline are the flights with, and what are the flight times?

Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Outbound: TK1003 08:55 IST – 08:25 SKP; Return: TK1020 20:35 PRN – 00:20 IST. Flight times may be changed by the airline; the confirmed times will be shared before the tour.

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

You indicate your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels included in the itinerary: Skopje: 4-star hotels, Ohrid: 4-star hotels and Tirana: 4-star hotels. A supplement of €150 applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room.

Are meals included in the price?

3 nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis. Only breakfast is included in bed & breakfast accommodation; lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Are there child and infant rates?

The price for children aged 2–11 starts from €499, and for infants aged 0–1 from €150. Guests aged 12 and over are subject to the adult rate.

On which dates are departures available?

The tour departs on December 31, 2026, and lasts 3 nights.

Is the price per person, is there a single room supplement?

The advertised price is per person in a double room and varies depending on the selected date, starting from €1,050. A single supplement of €150 applies for guests wishing to stay in a single room.