Balkan Panorama Tour from Istanbul - 4 Countries - 5 Nights with Turkish Airlines - Morning Departure
About Balkan Panorama Tour from Istanbul - 4 Countries - 5 Nights with Turkish Airlines - Morning Departure
This package tour from Istanbul takes 5 Nights 6 Days with Turkish Airlines flights and covers the route through Skopje, Pristina, Prizren, Belgrade and Sarajevo. The itinerary travels within the borders of North Macedonia, Kosovo, Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Skopje is the capital of North Macedonia, known for the Stone Bridge over the Vardar, the Old Bazaar and Macedonia Square. Accommodation is planned as 2 nights Bed & Breakfast in Skopje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Belgrade and 2 nights Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo. There are 2 departure dates between 7 March 2027 and 8 June 2027. The per-person price ranges from €1.060 to €1.070, depending on the departure date. The price for children aged 2–11 starts from €589. A €180 supplement applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room. On Day 1, you fly from Istanbul to Pristina and check in to your hotel. On Day 2, enjoy free time in Skopje; on Day 3, explore the Belgrade and Skopje route; on Day 4, explore the Sarajevo and Belgrade route; and on Day 5, enjoy free time in Sarajevo. On Day 6, you return to Istanbul. Accommodation is selected at the time of booking: 4-star hotels (Skopje: Bed & Breakfast · Belgrade: Bed & Breakfast · Sarajevo: Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels in the itinerary are as follows: Skopje: Karposh Hotel, Belgrade: Nobel Hotel and Sarajevo: Hollywood Hotel. The price includes round-trip economy-class flights, airport taxes, 2 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Skopje, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Belgrade and 2 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo, airport–hotel–airport transfers, panoramic city tours included in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide service, and compulsory package tour liability insurance. The international departure tax, optional excursions arranged by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, 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
9 - 14 March 2027 — €1.060 (≈₺60.500)
10 - 15 June 2027 — €1.070 (≈₺61.100)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Skopje – Pristina
The meeting point is at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport; passengers are advised to be there at least three hours before the flight. You will fly to Pristina with Turkish Airlines (departure 08:25, arrival 08:05). The Skopje tour includes Pristina, Prizren, Skopje Fortress, the Gazi Isa Bey Mosque, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and Macedonia Square. Sarajevo — the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a city where Ottoman-era bazaars stand alongside streets dating from the Austro-Hungarian period. Pristina — the capital of Kosovo, known for its Clock Tower, Fatih Mosque and Newborn monument. Prizren — a historic city in Kosovo, explored for its stone bridge, bazaar and mosques. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 — Skopje
After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. On the optional excursion, visit Bitola, Resen, Širok Sokak, the New Mosque, Lake Ohrid, the Church of Hagia Sophia and the Church of St. John at Kaneo; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Free time follows the tour. Bitola — Formerly known as Manastır; this is the city where Atatürk received his military high school education. Resen — A town near Lake Prespa, known for the palace built by Niyazi Bey of Resen. Širok Sokak — Bitola's pedestrian street and the city centre, lined with 19th-century buildings and cafés. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 — Skopje – Belgrade
The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. Travel from Skopje to Belgrade. The Belgrade tour includes Bajrakli Mosque and Kalemegdan. Free time follows the tour. Skopje — the capital of North Macedonia, where the Ottoman bazaar and modern square sit on opposite banks of the Vardar River. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 — Belgrade – Sarajevo
The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. We travel from Belgrade to Sarajevo. The Sarajevo tour includes Baščaršija, Sebilj Square, the Coppersmiths’ Bazaar, Latin Bridge, the Sacred Heart Cathedral, and the Eternal Flame Memorial. Free time follows the tour. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5 — Sarajevo
After an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. The optional excursion includes Blagaj Tekke, the Neretva River, Blagaj Dervish Lodge, Mostar Old Bridge, Mostar Bridge and Koski Mehmet Pasha Mosque; those who do not join can spend their free time at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 — Sarajevo – Istanbul
After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the airport. Return to Istanbul Airport on a Turkish Airlines flight (departure 20:20, arrival 00:20). The optional excursion includes the Tunnel of Hope, the Bosna River and Vrelo Bosne National Park; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel.
Transport Information
Outbound: Turkish Airlines TK1017 — 08:25 IST Istanbul Airport → 08:05 PRN Pristina, Serbia Pristina Intl.
Return: Turkish Airlines TK1026 — 20:20 SJJ Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Sarajevo Intl. → 00:20 IST Istanbul Airport
Dates and Prices
Tour date: 9 - 14 March 2027
4* Oteller vb. BB — double room per person 1.060 EUR, single room 1.240 EUR, child 589 EUR, infant 200 EUR
Tour date: 10 - 15 June 2027
4* Oteller vb. BB — double room per person 1.070 EUR, single room 1.250 EUR, child 639 EUR, infant 200 EUR
Places to Visit
Pristina
Prizren
Skopje Fortress
Gazi Isa Bey Mosque
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Macedonia Square
Bitola
Resen
Bitola
Širok Sokak
New Mosque
Lake Ohrid
Hagia Sophia Church
Church of St. John at Kaneo
Bayraklı Mosque
Kalemegdan
Baščaršija
Sebilj Square
Coppersmiths' Bazaar
Latin Bridge
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Eternal Flame Monument
Blagaj Tekke
Neretva River
Blagaj Dervish Lodge
Mostar Old Bridge
What’s Included
Economy class flight tickets on scheduled Turkish Airlines flights for Istanbul - Pristina and Sarajevo - Istanbul
A total of 5 nights accommodation in 4* hotels: 2 nights in Skopje, 1 night in Belgrade, and 2 nights in Sarajevo
5 breakfasts to be served at the hotels
Airport taxes and service fees
Panoramic Prizren, Skopje, Belgrade, Sarajevo tours
Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers
Turkish professional guidance services
Compulsory Package Tour Liability Insurance (Professional liability insurance arranged in accordance with Law No. 1618.)
What’s Not Included
Any services not explicitly stated as included
International departure fee
All personal expenses
Optional excursions organized by the guide
Extras at hotels
All sightseeing and tours not specified in the itinerary
Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites, etc.
Guide and Driver Tips (optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Skopje & Pristina & Prizren tour from Istanbul take?
The tour is 5 nights 6 days. Accommodation includes 2 nights bed & breakfast in Skopje, 1 night bed & breakfast in Belgrade, and 2 nights bed & breakfast in Sarajevo.
Which cities does the tour cover?
The itinerary consists of stops in Skopje, Pristina, Prizren, Belgrade, and Sarajevo, continuing within the borders of North Macedonia, Kosovo, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What is included in the tour price?
The price includes round-trip economy-class flights, airport taxes, 2 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Skopje, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Belgrade and 2 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo, airport–hotel–airport transfers, the panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and compulsory package tour liability insurance. All inclusions are listed in the “What's Included” section of the page.
What is not included in the tour price?
The international departure fee, optional excursions arranged by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, personal expenses, and guide and driver tips (optional) are not included in the price. The full list is provided under “Not Included in the Price.”
Which airline are the flights with, and what are the flight times?
Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Outbound: TK1017 08:25 IST – 08:05 PRN; Return: TK1026 20:20 SJJ – 00:20 IST. Flight times may be changed by the airline; final times will be shared in the pre-tour information.
Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?
Please state your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (Skopje: Bed & Breakfast · Belgrade: Bed & Breakfast · Sarajevo: Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels in the itinerary are Karposh Hotel in Skopje, Nobel Hotel in Belgrade and Hollywood Hotel in Sarajevo. A €180 supplement applies for single occupancy.
Are meals included in the price?
Stay for 2 nights in Skopje on a Bed & Breakfast basis, 1 night in Belgrade on a Bed & Breakfast basis, and 2 nights in Sarajevo on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Bed & Breakfast includes breakfast only; lunch and dinner are at your own expense.
Are there child and infant rates?
Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €589, for infants aged 0–1 it is €200. Ages 12 and above are subject to the adult rate.
On which dates are departures available?
There are 2 departure dates between March 7, 2027 and June 8, 2027.
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.