Grand Balkan Tour from Istanbul - 6 Countries - 6 Nights with Turkish Airlines

About Grand Balkan Tour from Istanbul - 6 Countries - 6 Nights with Turkish Airlines

This package tour from Istanbul runs for 6 Nights 7 Days with Turkish Airlines flights and covers stops such as Shkodra, Pristina, Prizren, Trebinje, Kotor and Budva. The itinerary travels through Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and North Macedonia. Accommodation is planned for 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Shkodra, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Belgrade, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Skopje and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Ohrid. The tour departs on 18 February 2027, 18 June 2027 and 18 October 2027; each departure lasts 6 nights. Prices start at €1.090 per person. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at €779. A €200 supplement applies for anyone wishing to stay in a single room. On day 1, you arrive in Pristina by air from Istanbul and check in to the hotel. On day 2, the tour follows the Trebinje, Shkodra and Kotor route; on day 3, the Sarajevo, Trebinje and Blagaj route; on day 4, the Belgrade and Sarajevo route; on day 5, the Skopje and Belgrade route; and on day 6, the Ohrid, Skopje and Tetovo route. On day 7, 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, by city, are: Shkodra: 4-star hotels, Trebinje: 4-star hotels, Sarajevo: 4-star hotels, Belgrade: 4-star hotels, Skopje: 4-star hotels and Ohrid: 4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip economy-class airfare, airport taxes, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Shkodra, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Belgrade, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Skopje and 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Ohrid, panoramic city tours included in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and mandatory package tour liability insurance. The international departure fee, optional excursions arranged 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. 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 – Shkodër – Pristina

Meet at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport; you are advised to arrive at least three hours before the flight. Fly to Pristina with Turkish Airlines (departure 07:50, arrival 08:30). The optional excursion visits Pristina, Bar, Budva, Kotor, Blagaj, Mostar, Sarajevo and Belgrade; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Dinner is included in the tour price. Pristina — the capital of Kosovo, known for its Clock Tower, Fatih Mosque and Newborn monument. Budva — a resort town on the Adriatic coast, known for its walled Old Town and beaches. Kotor — explore its walled Old Town, narrow cobbled streets and church squares. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Trebinje – Shkodër – Kotor

Start the day with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day's route takes you through Trebinje, Shkodra, Kotor and Budva. The day is set aside for an optional excursion; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Dinner is included in the tour price. Trebinje — a town on the banks of the Trebišnjica River, known for its plane-tree-lined square and old city walls. Shkodra — a city in northern Albania known for Rozafa Castle and its lakeside setting. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 — Sarajevo – Trebinje – Blagaj

The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day follows the route of Sarajevo, Trebinje, Blagaj, Mostar, and Konjic. During the day, you will see the Old Bridge in Mostar, Baščaršija, and the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque. Dinner is included in the tour price. There is free time after the program. Sarajevo — the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, where an Ottoman bazaar sits alongside streets dating from the Austro-Hungarian period. Mostar — the center of Herzegovina, known for its stone streets, bazaar, and bridge over the Neretva. Konjic — a town known for its 17th-century stone bridge over the Neretva and its wood carving. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 — Belgrade – Sarajevo

The day begins with an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. You will travel from Belgrade to Sarajevo. During the Belgrade tour, you will see Knez Mihailova Street and the Key Handover Monument. Dinner is included in the tour price. Belgrade — the capital of Serbia, known for its fortress, pedestrian streets and riverside venues. Dinner and overnight accommodation are at the hotel.

Day 5 — Skopje – Belgrade

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. Travel from Skopje to Belgrade. The Vardar River is seen during the Belgrade tour. Lunch is at leisure and at guests' own expense. Free time follows the tour. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 — Ohrid – Skopje – Tetovo

The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The itinerary takes you through Ohrid, Skopje and Tetovo. During the day, you will visit Matka Canyon, Ohrid and the Painted Mosque. The optional excursion includes a visit to Matka; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Dinner is included in the tour price. There is free time after the program. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 7 — Ohrid – Sveti Stefan – Resen

After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the airport. Return to Istanbul Airport on a Turkish Airlines flight (departure 20:15, arrival 22:45). Ohrid, Bitola, the New Mosque, Haydar Kadı Mosque, the Atatürk Museum and Skopje are visited during the day. Lunch is at your own expense during free time.

Transport Information

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 18 - 24 February 2027

Tour date: 18 - 24 June 2027

Tour date: 18 - 24 October 2027

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Shkodër & Pristina & Prizren tour from Istanbul take?

The tour is 6 nights and 7 days. Accommodation includes 1 night with Bed & Breakfast in Shkoder, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night with Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo, 1 night with Bed & Breakfast in Belgrade, 1 night with Bed & Breakfast in Skopje and 1 night with Bed & Breakfast in Ohrid.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary includes stops in Shkodra, Pristina, Prizren, Trebinje, Kotor, Budva, Sarajevo, Blagaj, Mostar, Konjic, Belgrade, Skopje, Ohrid, Tetovo, Sveti Stefan, Resen and Bitola, and travels through Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and North Macedonia.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip economy-class airfare, airport taxes, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Shkoder, 1 night's accommodation in Medjugorje, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Belgrade, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Skopje and 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Ohrid, panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services 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?

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: TK1017 07:50 IST – 08:30 PRN; Return: TK1006 20:15 SKP – 22:45 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 (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels on the itinerary: Shkodra: 4-star hotels, Trebinje: 4-star hotels, Sarajevo: 4-star hotels, Belgrade: 4-star hotels, Skopje: 4-star hotels and Ohrid: 4-star hotels. A €200 surcharge applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room.

Are meals included in the price?

Accommodation includes 1 night in Shkodër on a Bed & Breakfast basis, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night in Sarajevo on a Bed & Breakfast basis, 1 night in Belgrade on a Bed & Breakfast basis, 1 night in Skopje on a Bed & Breakfast basis and 1 night in Ohrid on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Bed & Breakfast accommodation includes breakfast only; lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices start from €779 for children aged 2–11, and €199 for infants aged 0–1. Ages 12 and above are subject to adult rates.

On which dates are departures available?

The tour departs on 18 February 2027, 18 June 2027, and 18 October 2027, and lasts 6 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.