Grand Balkans Dream Tour from Istanbul 6 Countries - 7 Nights with AJET Airlines

About Grand Balkans Dream Tour from Istanbul 6 Countries - 7 Nights with AJET Airlines

This package tour from Istanbul lasts 7 Nights 8 Days with AJet flights and covers destinations such as Skopje, Pristina, Prizren, Ohrid, Tetovo, and Resen. The itinerary travels through North Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia. Skopje is the capital of North Macedonia, known for the Stone Bridge over the Vardar, the Old Bazaar, and Macedonia Square. Accommodation is planned for 7 nights. The tour departs on March 25, 2027, July 25, 2027, and November 25, 2027; each departure lasts 7 nights. Prices start at €1.000 per person. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at €999. A €250 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. On day 2, the tour visits Ohrid, Skopje, and Tetovo; on day 3, Shkodër, Ohrid, and Tirana; on day 4, Trebinje, Shkodër, and Budva; on day 5, Sarajevo, Trebinje, and Počitelj; on day 6, Belgrade and Sarajevo; and on day 7, Skopje and Belgrade. On day 8, you return to Istanbul. You can select your accommodation when booking: 4-star hotels (Half Board, no price difference). The hotels in the itinerary are as follows: Skopje: 4-star hotels, Ohrid: 4-star hotels, Shkodër: 4-star hotels, Trebinje: 4-star hotels (HB (Medjugorje, Podgorica, Herceg Novi, Mostar, Bijela)), Sarajevo: 4-star hotels, and Belgrade: 4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip economy-class airfare, airport taxes, 7 nights of accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, airport–hotel–airport transfers, panoramic city tours included in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Optional excursions organized by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not listed 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 “What's Included” and “What's Not Included” sections on the page.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Skopje – Pristina

Meet at the international departures terminal of Sabiha Gökçen Airport; it is recommended that you arrive at least three hours before the flight. Fly to Skopje with AJet (departure 12:35, arrival 13:05). The itinerary includes Ohrid, Resen, Bitola, Manastir, Kotor, Budva, Mostar, Sarajevo, and Belgrade. Skopje — the capital of North Macedonia, spanning both banks of the Vardar River, where the Ottoman bazaar sits alongside a modern square. Resen — a town near Lake Prespa, known for the palace built by Niyazi Bey of Resen. Bitola — known as the city of consulates during the Ottoman period, Manastir is explored via Širok Sokak and its Clock Tower. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Ohrid – Skopje – Tetovo

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day covers Ohrid, Skopje, Tetovo and Resen. During the day, the sights include Bitola, Ohrid, the Painted Mosque, Bitola, the New Mosque, the Panoramic Atatürk Museum, the Ali Pasha Mosque and Struga. Free time follows the program. Ohrid — a UNESCO-listed town by the lake, known for its churches, fortress and cobbled streets. Tetovo — a city at the foot of the Šar Mountains, visited for the Painted Mosque and the Arabati Baba Tekke. The Painted Mosque — a 15th-century mosque in Tetovo, renowned for the colorful painted decorations covering its exterior. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Shkodër – Ohrid – Tirana

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day's route takes you through Shkoder, Ohrid and Tirana. During the day, you will visit Ohrid, the Ethem Bey Mosque and the square. The rest of the day is free after the tour. Shkoder — a city in northern Albania known for Rozafa Castle and its lakeside. Tirana — the capital of Albania, known for its colorful facades and spacious square. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 — Trebinje – Shkodër – Budva

After an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. The day is spent traveling along the Trebinje, Shkodër, Budva, Sveti Stefan and Kotor route. Perast is visited during the day. There is free time after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 — Sarajevo – Trebinje – Počitelj

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day’s route takes you through Sarajevo, Trebinje, Počitelj, Mostar and Konjic. During the day, you will see Mostar Bridge, Koski Mehmet Pasha Mosque, Baščaršija, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and the Latin Bridge. There will be free time after the tour. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 — Belgrade – Sarajevo

The day begins with breakfast at the hotel, followed by travel from Belgrade to Sarajevo. The Sarajevo tour includes Kalemegdan Square, the Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Fountain, the Stefan Lazarević Monument, Nebojša Tower, the Cathedral Church, Republic Square and Terazije Square. There is free time after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 — Skopje – Belgrade

After an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins with a journey from Skopje to Belgrade. The Skopje tour includes the Vardar River, Davut Pasha Hammam, Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Sultan Murad Mosque, Isa Bey Mosque, Macedonia Square, the Church of the Holy Saviour and the Mother Teresa Memorial. There is free time after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 — Skopje – Istanbul

Following breakfast and check-out from the hotel, transfer to the airport. Return to Istanbul via AJet flight (departure 14:25, arrival 16:50).

Transport Information

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 25 March - 1 April 2027

Tour date: 25 July - 1 August 2027

Tour date: 25 November - 2 December 2027

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary includes stops in Skopje, Pristina, Prizren, Ohrid, Tetovo, Resen, Shkodër, Tirana, Trebinje, Budva, Sveti Stefan, Kotor, Sarajevo, Počitelj, Mostar, Konjic and Belgrade, and travels within the borders of North Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia.

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 in the itinerary, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and compulsory 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?

Optional excursions organised by the guide, entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites, meals not listed 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 AJet. Outbound: VF263 12:35 SAW – 13:05 SKP; Return: VF264 14:25 SKP – 16:50 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?

Please indicate your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4-star hotels (Half Board, no price difference). Hotels in the itinerary: Skopje: 4-star hotels, Ohrid: 4-star hotels, Shkodër: 4-star hotels, Trebinje: 4-star hotels (HB (Medjugorje, Podgorica, Herceg Novi, Mostar, Bijela)), Sarajevo: 4-star hotels and Belgrade: 4-star hotels. A €250 supplement applies for a single room.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €999, and for infants aged 0–1 from €150. Ages 12 and above are subject to the adult fare.

On which dates are departures available?

The tour departs on 25 March 2027, 25 July 2027, and 25 November 2027, and lasts 7 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.

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 €1,000. A single supplement of €250 applies for guests wishing to stay in a single room.