5 Countries in the Balkans & Adriatic Panorama Tour from Istanbul - 5 Nights with Pegasus Airlines
About 5 Countries in the Balkans & Adriatic Panorama Tour from Istanbul - 5 Nights with Pegasus Airlines
This package tour from Istanbul lasts 5 Nights 6 Days with Pegasus flights and includes stops such as Skopje, Pristina, Prizren, Ohrid, Bitola and Resen. The itinerary travels within the borders of North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Skopje, with its Stone Bridge over the Vardar, Old Bazaar and Macedonia Square, is the capital of North Macedonia. Accommodation is planned as 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Skopje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Ohrid and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo (3 hotel nights in total). The tour departs on 7 March 2027, 7 July 2027 and 7 November 2027; each departure lasts 5 nights. Prices start at €1.080 per person. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at €719. A supplement of €170 applies for single-room accommodation. On day 1, you fly from Istanbul to Pristina and check in to your hotel. On day 2, the tour follows the Ohrid, Skopje and Bitola route; on day 3, the Budva, Ohrid and Tirana route; on day 4, you have free time in Budva; and on day 5, the tour follows the Sarajevo, Budva and Mostar route. On day 6, you return to Istanbul. You can choose your accommodation when booking: 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels included in the itinerary are: Skopje: 4-star hotels, Ohrid: 4-star hotels, Budva: 4-star hotels and Sarajevo: 4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip economy-class airfare, airport taxes, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Skopje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Ohrid and 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo (3 hotel nights in total), airport–hotel–airport transfers, the panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional English-speaking? guide service in Turkish and compulsory package tour liability insurance. The international departure fee, optional excursions organized 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 included and excluded items is provided in the “What's Included” and “What's Not Included” sections on the page.
Departure Dates
7 - 12 March 2027 — €1.080 (≈₺61.600)
7 - 12 July 2027 — €1.080 (≈₺61.600)
7 - 12 November 2027 — €1.080 (≈₺61.600)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Skopje – Pristina
We meet at the international terminal of Sabiha Gökçen Airport; it is recommended that you be ready at least three hours before your flight. You will fly to Pristina with Pegasus Airlines (departure 08:15, arrival 08:50). During the day, you will visit Skopje Fortress, Gazi Isa Bey Mosque, the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and Macedonia Square. Skopje Fortress — This hilltop fortress overlooking the Vardar River is explored for its foundations dating back to the 6th century and its city views. Gazi Isa Bey Mosque — Dating from 1475, this is one of the largest buildings remaining from Skopje’s Ottoman period. Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge — This stone bridge over the Vardar River is a symbol of Skopje and also appears on the city’s coat of arms. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 — Ohrid – Skopje – Bitola
After an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. The itinerary takes you through Skopje, Bitola, Resen and Ohrid. During the day, you will see Bitola, Shirok Sokak, the Manastır Military High School, Lake Ohrid, the Church of St. Sophia and Çınar Square. There is free time after the program. Resen — a town near Lake Prespa, known for the palace commissioned by Resneli Niyazi Bey. Bitola — known as the city of consulates during the Ottoman period, Manastır is explored via Şirok Sokak and its Clock Tower. Lake Ohrid — one of Europe’s oldest lakes and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 — Budva – Ohrid – Tirana
The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day is Ohrid, Tirana and Budva. During the day, you will see Tirana, Skanderbeg Square, the National History Museum, the Palace of Culture and Et'hem Bey Mosque. The program is followed by free time. Budva — a holiday town on the Adriatic coast, known for its walled Old Town and beaches. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 — Budva
Start the day with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The optional excursion includes Perast, the Bay of Kotor, St. Tryphon's Cathedral, the Sea Gate and Flour Square; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 — Sarajevo – Budva – Mostar
The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent travelling along the Budva, Mostar and Sarajevo route. During the day, Mostar Bridge, the Old Bridge of Mostar and the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque are visited. Free time follows the itinerary. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 — Sarajevo – Istanbul
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, transfer to the airport. Return to Istanbul on a Pegasus flight (departure 17:40, arrival 20:30). The optional excursion includes the Tunnel of Hope, Baščaršija, the Bosna River and Vrelo Bosne National Park; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel.
Transport Information
Outbound: Pegasus Airlines PC341 — 08:15 SAW Istanbul, Türkiye Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport → 08:50 PRN Pristina, Serbia Pristina Intl.
Return: Pegasus Airlines PC294 — 17:40 SJJ Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Sarajevo Intl. → 20:30 SAW Istanbul, Türkiye Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport
Dates and Prices
Tour date: 7 - 12 March 2027
4* Oteller vb. — double room per person 1.080 EUR, single room 1.250 EUR, child 719 EUR, infant 209 EUR
Tour date: 7 - 12 July 2027
4* Oteller vb. — double room per person 1.080 EUR, single room 1.250 EUR, child 719 EUR, infant 209 EUR
Tour date: 7 - 12 November 2027
4* Oteller vb. — double room per person 1.080 EUR, single room 1.250 EUR, child 719 EUR, infant 209 EUR
Places to Visit
Skopje Fortress
Gazi Isa Bey Mosque
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Macedonia Square
Bitola
Shirok Sokak
Monastir Military High School
Lake Ohrid
Church of St. Sophia
Plane Tree Square
Tirana
Skanderbeg Square
National History Museum
Palace of Culture
Ethem Bey Mosque
Perast
Bay of Kotor
Cathedral of Saint Tryphon
Sea Gate
Flour Square
Mostar Bridge
Mostar Old Bridge
Koski Mehmet Pasha Mosque
Tunnel of Hope
Baščaršija
Bosna River
What’s Included
Economy class flight tickets on Pegasus Airlines scheduled flights for Sabiha Gökçen-Pristina and Sarajevo-Sabiha Gökçen
A total of 5 nights accommodation in 4* hotels: 1 night in Skopje, 1 night in Ohrid, 2 nights in the Budva region, and 1 night in Sarajevo
5 breakfasts to be served at the hotels
Airport taxes and service fees
Panoramic tours of Prizren, Skopje, Bitola, Ohrid, Tirana, Budva, Mostar, and Sarajevo
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 is provided as 1 night bed & breakfast in Skopje, 1 night bed & breakfast in Ohrid, and 1 night bed & breakfast in Sarajevo (total of 3 nights in hotels).
Which cities does the tour cover?
The route includes stops in Skopje, Pristina, Prizren, Ohrid, Bitola, Resen, Budva, Tirana, Sarajevo and Mostar, and passes through North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What is included in the tour price?
The price includes round-trip economy-class airfare, airport taxes, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Skopje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Ohrid and 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo (3 hotel nights in total), airport–hotel–airport transfers, panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services 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?
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 Pegasus. Outbound: PC341 08:15 SAW – 08:50 PRN; Return: PC294 17:40 SJJ – 20:30 SAW. Flight times may be changed by the airline; confirmed 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 (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels in the itinerary: Skopje: 4-star hotels, Ohrid: 4-star hotels, Budva: 4-star hotels and Sarajevo: 4-star hotels. A €170 surcharge applies to guests requesting a single room.
Are meals included in the price?
Accommodation is on a Bed & Breakfast basis: 1 night in Skopje, 1 night in Ohrid and 1 night in Sarajevo (3 hotel nights in total). Bed & Breakfast accommodation 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 €719, for infants aged 0–1 it is €209. Ages 12 and above are subject to the adult rate.
On which dates are departures available?
The tour departs on 7 March 2027, 7 July 2027 and 7 November 2027 and lasts 5 nights.
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.