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

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

This package tour from Istanbul lasts 6 Nights 7 Days with Turkish Airlines flights and includes stops such as Shkodër, Pristina, Prizren, Medjugorje, Budva and Kotor. The itinerary travels through Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and North Macedonia. Accommodation is planned as 1 night Half Board in Shkodër, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo, 1 night Half Board in Belgrade, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Skopje and 1 night Half Board in Ohrid. The tour runs with a single departure on 7 November 2026. Prices start at €1.070 per person. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at €679. A €200 supplement applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room. On day 1, you fly from Istanbul to Pristina and check in to the hotel. Day 2 follows the Medjugorje, Shkodër and Budva route; day 3 follows the Sarajevo, Medjugorje and Konjic route; day 4 follows the Belgrade and Sarajevo route; day 5 follows the Skopje and Belgrade route; and day 6 follows the Ohrid, Skopje and Tetovo route. On day 7, you return to Istanbul. During booking, you can choose your accommodation: 4-star hotels (Half Board, no price difference). The hotels in the itinerary are as follows, city by city: Shkodër: 4-star hotels, Medjugorje: 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, accommodation for 1 night Half Board in Shkodër, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Sarajevo, 1 night Half Board in Belgrade, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Skopje and 1 night Half Board in Ohrid, panoramic city tours included in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and compulsory 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 “What’s Included” and “What’s Not Included” sections of 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 — Međugorje – Shkodër – Budva

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day's route takes in Međugorje, Shkodër, Budva and Kotor. The day is set aside for an optional excursion; those who do not participate can enjoy free time at the hotel. Dinner is included in the tour price. Shkodër is a city in northern Albania known for Rozafa Castle and its lakeside setting. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Sarajevo – Medjugorje – Konjic

The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day follows the route of Sarajevo, Međugorje, Konjic, Mostar, and Blagaj. 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. Konjic — a town known for its 17th-century stone bridge over the Neretva and its wood carving. Mostar — the center of Herzegovina, known for its stone streets, bazaar, and bridge over the Neretva. 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 a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Travel from Skopje to Belgrade. During the Belgrade tour, you will see the Vardar River. Lunch is at guests' own expense during free time. Free time follows the itinerary. Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, brings together an Ottoman bazaar and a modern square on the two banks of the Vardar. Overnight 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 – Bitola – Resen

After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport. Return to Istanbul Airport on a Turkish Airlines flight (departure 20:15, arrival 22:45). During the day, you will see Ohrid, Bitola, the New Mosque, Haydar Kadi Mosque and the Atatürk Museum. Lunch is at your own expense during free time.

Transport Information

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 9 - 15 November 2026

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 7 Days. Accommodation includes 1 night in Shkodër on a Half Board basis, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night in Sarajevo on a Bed & Breakfast basis, 1 night in Belgrade on a Half Board basis, 1 night in Skopje on a Bed & Breakfast basis, and 1 night in Ohrid on a Half Board basis.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route includes stops in Shkodra, Pristina, Prizren, Medjugorje, Budva, Kotor, Sarajevo, Konjic, Mostar, Blagaj, Belgrade, Skopje, Ohrid, Tetovo, Bitola, and Resen, and passes 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 of half-board accommodation in Shkodër, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night of bed and breakfast accommodation in Sarajevo, 1 night of half-board accommodation in Belgrade, 1 night of bed and breakfast accommodation in Skopje, and 1 night of half-board accommodation in Ohrid; the panoramic city tours in the itinerary; professional Turkish-speaking guide services; and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All items 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?

Please specify your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (Half Board, no price difference). Hotels in the itinerary: Shkodër: 4-star hotels; Medjugorje: 4-star hotels; Sarajevo: 4-star hotels; Belgrade: 4-star hotels; Skopje: 4-star hotels; and Ohrid: 4-star hotels. A €200 supplement applies to those wishing to stay in a single room.

Are meals included in the price?

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

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €679, and for infants aged 0–1 from €199. Guests aged 12 and over are subject to adult pricing.

On which dates are departures available?

The tour departs on November 7, 2026 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.