Comprehensive Balkans Tour from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines - Half Board - 7 Nights - Morning Return

About Comprehensive Balkans Tour from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines - Half Board - 7 Nights - Morning Return

This package tour from Istanbul covers a 7-night, 8-day Balkan route with Turkish Airlines flights. The itinerary links stops such as Belgrade, Sarajevo, Trebinje, Mostar, Shkodra, and Kotor across Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Albania. Belgrade, Serbia's capital, is known for Kalemegdan Fortress at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers and the pedestrianized Knez Mihailova Street. The tour has a single departure on 14 November 2026. Prices start at €1.080 per person; child prices for ages 2–11 start at €719. A €200 supplement applies for a single room. Accommodation is planned at 4-star hotels on a Half Board basis, with no additional supplement. The price includes round-trip economy-class flights, airport taxes, 7 nights' accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, airport–hotel–airport transfers, panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, optional excursions, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not specified in the itinerary, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver are not included. The full list is available 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 – Belgrade

The meeting point is the international departures terminal at Istanbul Airport; you are advised to arrive at least three hours before your flight. You will depart for Belgrade on a Turkish Airlines flight (departure 08:10, arrival 08:00). The Belgrade tour includes Skopje, Ohrid, Tirana, Mostar, Sarajevo, Kalemegdan Square, the Sokullu Mehmet Pasha Fountain, the Stefan Lazarević Monument, and Nebojša Tower. Belgrade is the capital of Serbia, known for its fortress, pedestrian streets, and riverside venues. Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, brings together an Ottoman bazaar and a modern square on the two banks of the Vardar River. Tirana, the capital of Albania, is known for its colorful facades and spacious square. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Belgrade – Sarajevo

After breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. Travel from Sarajevo to Belgrade. The Sarajevo tour includes Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, the Catholic Cathedral, the Latin Bridge and the Fatih Mosque. Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, where Ottoman-era bazaars sit alongside streets dating from the Austro-Hungarian period. The Latin Bridge over the Miljacka River is remembered as the site of the 1914 assassination of the Austro-Hungarian heir to the throne. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 — Trebinje – Sarajevo – Mostar

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day's route takes you through Trebinje, Sarajevo and Mostar. During the day, you will see Dubrovnik, Mostar Bridge and Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque. The optional excursion visits the Franciscan Monastery and the Rector's Palace; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Trebinje is a town on the banks of the Trebišnjica River, known for its plane-tree-lined square and old city walls. Mostar is the center of Herzegovina and is known for its stone streets, bazaar and bridge over the Neretva. Built over the Neretva in the 16th century by Mimar Hayruddin, Mostar Bridge was destroyed in 1993 and later rebuilt true to its original design before being added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Shkodër – Trebinje – Kotor

The day begins following an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent along the Shkodër, Trebinje, Kotor, and Budva route. Podgorica will be seen during the day. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 5 — Ohrid – Shkodër – Tirana

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route takes you through Ohrid, Shkodër, and Tirana. During the day, you will visit Ethem Bey Mosque, the square, the Janna River, and Lake Ohrid in North Macedonia. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 6 — Ohrid – Struga – St. Naum

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day follows the Ohrid, Struga, and St. Naum route. The day's visits include Ohrid, the Monastery of Saint Naum, the Church of Saint Sophia, Samuel's Fortress, Çınar Square, and the Ohrid Halveti Lodge. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 — Skopje – Ohrid – Resen

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day passes through Skopje, Ohrid, Resen and Tetovo. During the day, you will see Ohrid, Bitola, the New Mosque, Haydar Kadı Mosque, the Atatürk Museum and the Painted Mosque. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 — Skopje – Istanbul

After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the airport. Return to Istanbul Airport on a Turkish Airlines flight (departure 08:45, arrival 12:25). On the Skopje tour, you will see Yahya Pasha Mosque, Isa Bey Mosque, Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Davut Pasha Hammam, Macedonia Square, and Sultan Murat Mosque.

Transport Information

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 16 - 23 November 2026

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days is the Belgrade, Sarajevo & Trebinje tour from Istanbul?

The tour is 7 nights 8 days. Accommodation is provided for 7 nights.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary includes stops in Belgrade, Sarajevo, Trebinje, Mostar, Shkodër, Kotor, Budva, Ohrid, Tirana, Struga, St. Naum, Skopje, Resen and Tetovo, and travels through Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Albania.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip economy-class airfare, airport taxes, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, airport–hotel–airport transfers, the panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All inclusions 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.

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

Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Outbound: TK1081 08:10 IST – 08:00 BEG; Return: TK1004 08:45 SKP – 12:25 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 can specify your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (Half Board, no price difference). Hotels in the program: Belgrade: 4-star hotels, Sarajevo: 4-star hotels, Trebinje: 4* hotel - HB (Trebinje or Medjugorje)), Shkodra: 4-star hotels, Ohrid: 4-star hotels and Skopje: 4-star hotels. A €200 supplement applies for single-room accommodation.

Is a visa required, and is the fee included?

Visa fees and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; participants are responsible for their visa arrangements. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: Our tour is visa-free, but guests who wish to join the optional Dubrovnik excursion must have a valid Schengen visa or hold a Green passport. Visa fees and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; please contact us for the latest fees and document list.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €719, and for infants aged 0–1 from €150. Guests aged 12 and over are subject to adult pricing.

On which dates are departures available?

The tour departs on November 14, 2026 and lasts 7 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 €1,080. A single room supplement of €200 applies.