Grand Balkans Tour | AJet | 6 Countries | Visa-Free | 7 Nights 8 Days
Ajet's Grand Balkan Tour VISA-FREE FOR 6 COUNTRIES
TIA-TIA 2026
7 Nights 8 Days – 4* Hotels – Dinner Included
NO EXTRA TOURS – ALL INCLUSIVE!!!! KOSOVO PROGRAM
Balkan Night and Bosnian Meatballs INCLUDED at Local Restaurants!!
Journey through Civilizations, Cultures, and Beliefs,
Meeting Point for a Journey to the Heart of the Balkans
A Meeting Point of Dates and Civilizations.
Albania – Kosovo – Macedonia – Serbia – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Montenegro
6 COUNTRIES – 24 CITIES – 5 CAPITALS
Tirana – Elbasan – Ohrid – Sveti Naum - Struga – Resne - Bitola (Manastir) – Matka – Skopje Prizren – Pristina - Belgrade – Sarajevo – Konjic – Mostar – Blagaj - Trebinje – Herceg Novi – Kotor – Budva – Petrovac – Bar – Shkodër – Tirana
Tour Dates
May 23 / May 24 / May 25 / June 13 / June 20 / June 27 / June 28 / July 3 / July 4 / July 5 / July 11 / July 12 / July 18 / July 19 / July 25 / July 26 / August 1 / August 2 / August 8 / August 15 / August 16 / August 22 / August 23 / August 29 / August 30 / September 5 / September 12 / September 19 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7 / November 14 / November 21 / November 28 / December 5 / December 12 / December 19 / December 26
Special Days:
Kurban Bayramı: May 23 / May 24 / May 25
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 11 / July 12
August 30 Victory Day: August 29
October 29 Republic Day: October 24
November Semester: November 7
Tour Program
Day 1 Istanbul – Tirana – Elbasan – Ohrid
We will meet at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departures Terminal .... in front of the counter. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Tirana on Ajet Airlines flight VF367 at 07:10. We will arrive in Tirana at 07:55 local time. After passport, baggage and customs procedures, we will transfer to the center of Tirana with our private buses. We will have a panoramic tour of this beautiful city that has lived through wars throughout the 20th century and endured 40 years of Enver Hoxha's dictatorship, which was established in 1614 by Suleiman Pasha and became the capital of Albania in 1920. During our tour, we will see Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, the Historic Clock Tower, the National History Museum, and the Opera House. Some places we will see from our vehicle include the Parliament and Prime Minister’s Buildings, the Presidential Palace, Teresa of Calcutta Square, and the Tirana Pyramid. After our tour in Tirana, we will have free time. Later, we will reach Ohrid, a Mediterranean town in the Balkans, through Elbasan, starting with a tour of the city square where we will talk about the statues, and then, walking through the district where the historical Ohrid houses, filmed in the “Elveda Rumeli” series are located, we will see the historical Ottoman houses, the Church of St. Sophia, and end our tour with a presentation of the Famous Ohrid Pearl. After our tour, we will proceed to free time. After free time, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Lunch: Will be taken at an extra cost in a place determined by our guide during free time.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Hotel Belvedere, etc. – OHRID
Route: Tirana-Ohrid; 395 KM
Estimated Check-in Time:: Depending on customs clearance time, estimated 20:00
Day 2 Ohrid – Sveti Naum – Resne – Bitola (Monastery) – Skopje
After breakfast, we firstly reach St. Naum, 1 hour away with magnificent views. We see the source of the Kara Drin river, where Ohrid Lake originated. The stunning scenery here will take your breath away. Then, we proceed to Resne. In Resne, we will see the Palace of Niyazi of Resne, one of the most famous figures of the Ottoman Society of Union and Progress, who gained fame due to his contributions during the Greek- Turkish War, and then we will reach Bitola. During our city tour in Bitola; we will visit the Magnolia Square, the Clock Tower, the New Mosque, the Covered Bazaar, the Ishak Pasha Mosque, and you will experience the emotional moments visiting the Military Academy where Atatürk graduated and the Atatürk Museum. After our visit, we continue our journey to the capital Skopje to start our city tour. We will starts in the Macedonian side, which we can call the land of statues, initially we will see the giant statue of Alexander the Great, then we cross the Historical Skopje Stone Bridge over the Vardar River, witnessing how cultures change at once, as we transfer to the Skopje Turkish Bazaar, one of the most qualified bazaars of the Ottoman period in the Balkans. We will begin our bazaar tour by explaining the statues at the entrance of the market and proceed to visit the Historical Davut Pasha Bathhouse, Kapan Han, one of the most significant structures of the Ottoman bazaar organization, and Murat Pasha Mosque, which has survived despite earthquakes, bringing our tour to an end. After our visits, we will have 1 hour of free time for shopping at Turkish Bazaar. Some of the items we can buy include Shushka pepper, ustrumca peanuts, and traditional shoes. After finishing the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and check into our rooms. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at an extra cost in a place determined by our guide during free time.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Gold Hotel, etc. – SKOPJE
Route: Ohrid – Sv Naum; 30 KM, Sv Naum – Resne; 70 KM , Resne – Monastery; 35 KM , Monastery – Skopje; 170 KM
Check-in Time: Depending on road conditions, estimated 20:00.
Day 3 Skopje – Matka Canyon – Kosovo (Prizren) – Skopje (Balkan Night)
After breakfast at our hotel, we head to Matka Canyon, known for its unique beauty. During our pleasant walk, we will take stunning photos, followed by a short free time before gathering back to our vehicle to set off towards Kosovo’s capital Pristina, where we will visit the Ottoman Mansion from the 19th century and the Tomb of I. Murad (Hüdavendigar), martyred by Obilic in the Kosovo Battle, one of the biggest victories of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans. After our visit, we will arrive in Prizren, perhaps the quaintest of Kosovo's cities, located on the banks of the Bistrica (Black Water) River after approximately 100 km of travel. During our panoramic tour in Prizren, we will see the 17th-century Turkish Bath, the Sinan Pasha Mosque built in 1615, and Prizren Fortress. After our tour and some free time, we will return to Skopje. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at an extra cost in a place determined by our guide during free time.
Dinner: Will be a local dinner with regional dishes and music during Balkan Night that is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Gold Hotel, etc. – SKOPJE
Route: Skopje – Pristina; 100 KM, Pristina – Prizren; 100 KM, Prizren – Skopje; 170 KM
Estimated Check-in Time: Depending on customs clearance time, estimated 19:30.
Day 4 Skopje – Belgrade
After breakfast, we depart for Belgrade. Following our journey, we will start our city tour in Belgrade, one of the oldest cities in Europe and a new symbol of vibrant life, beginning with the city’s most elegant street, Knez Mihailova. Then we will visit the Belgrade Fortress, where Fatih Sultan Mehmet was wounded but its conquest was granted to Kanuni Sultan Süleyman. Inside the fortress, we will see the Key Delivery Monument, the French Statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the Tomb of Damat Ali Pasha, Sokullu Fountain, and the terrace viewing point where we can see the beautiful confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. After our tour, we will have free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at an extra cost in a place determined by our guide during free time.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Abba Hotel, etc. – BELGRADE
Route: Skopje – Belgrade; 450 KM
Estimated Check-in Time: Depending on customs clearance time, estimated 20:00.
Day 5 Belgrade – Sarajevo
After breakfast at our hotel, we set off for Sarajevo. Traveling through the mountainous Balkan roads while enjoying stunning views along the way, we will start our panoramic city tour upon arrival. We will take a stroll through the most exquisite market, Baščaršija. Our tour of this cultural city begins with the iconic Sebilj Fountain, then we will see the most authentic points of the city like Morica Han. Next, we will visit Hüsrev Bey Mosque, a relative of Kanuni Sultan Süleyman. Continuing our tour, we will witness the Clock Tower, the famed ritual fountain, and the convergence point of cultures, which is known as the location of the Eternal Flame monument, and then we will have some free time; guests may take photos of the Latin Bridge where World War I began if they wish. After our tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at an extra cost in a place determined by our guide during free time.
Dinner: Will be his Bosnian Meatballs at a local restaurant, included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Holiday Hotel, etc. – SARAJEVO
Route: Belgrade – Sarajevo; 295 KM
Estimated Check-in Time: Depending on customs clearance time, estimated: 20:00.
Day 6 Sarajevo – Konjic – Mostar – Blagaj – Trebinje
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Mostar, enjoying beautiful views of the Neretva River's ecosystem. Along the way, we will briefly stop at Konjic (Konyitz), a charming small town mentioned in Evliya Çelebi’s Travelogue as a place where horses rested/drank water. We will see the Konjic Bridge, built by IV. Mehmet, and after taking photos, we’ll continue on our journey through Jablanica, where we’ll witness some of the most beautiful nature scenes shaped by the Neretva River. Upon arriving in Mostar, we will take a walking tour where we will first see the Mostar Bridge. (The bridge, constructed in 1557 by Architect Hayreddin, is a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.) The bridge was destroyed by Croatian artillery in 1992, but thanks to significant contributions from the Republic of Turkey, it was reopened in 2004. We will also explore the old town’s bazaar. After free time, we will drive to Blagaj, the sacred place of Alperenlar. After a short journey, we will disembark from our vehicle and after a pleasant walk, we will have free time in the area where the Buna River originates, with the option to visit the Dervish House or take the most beautiful photos of the Dervish House from the outside. After these visits, we will transfer to our hotel. Depending on the crowd, we will stay either in Trebinje or the surrounding areas of Medjugorje or Blagaj. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at an extra cost in a place determined by our guide during free time.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel or restaurant and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Leotar Hotel, etc. – TREBINJE
Route: Sarajevo – Konjic; 60 KM, Konjic – Mostar; 70 KM, Mostar – Blagaj 20 KM, Blagaj – Trebinje 100 KM
Estimated Check-in Time: Depending on road conditions, estimated 19:30.
Day 7 Trebinje – Kotor – Budva – Shkodër - Tirana
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will cross over to Montenegro, one of the world's youngest countries. Our first stop is Kotor, an important historical and natural haven and tourist attraction. In Stari Grad (Old Town) we will have a walking tour to get to know this delightful city. After outside presentations of historical structures such as the Arsenal Square, Clock Tower, Shame Monument, Government Palace, Guardian’s Tower, St. Tryphon Church and Square, and St. Lukas and Nikola Churches, we will take some free time. After our break, we will drive through Budva, which once was a settlement area for fishermen and was sold to a Singapore billionaire after confiscation for restoration efforts in today's tourism. We will climb up to view the gorgeous St. Stephen from above, and then we’ll proceed towards the Albanian city of Shkodër. After Shkodër, we will arrive in Tirana and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken at an extra cost in a place determined by our guide during free time.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Te Stela Hotel, etc. – TIRANA
Route: Trebinje – Kotor; 95 KM, Kotor – Tirana ; 110 KM
Estimated Check-in Time: Depending on customs clearance time, estimated 20:00.
Day 8 Tirana – Istanbul
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will transfer to Tirana Airport. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul on Ajet Airlines flight VF368 at 08:55. We will arrive in Istanbul at 11:35. We hope to see you on your next trip.
Breakfast; Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
What's Included
* Local Transportation Services
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* 2 Nights Accommodation with Breakfast Included in 4* Hotels in Skopje, 1 Night in Ohrid, 1 Night in Belgrade, 1 Night in Sarajevo, 1 Night in Trebinje or nearby regions of Medjugorje or Blagaj, and 1 Night in Tirana totaling 7 Nights
* 5 Dinner meals taken in hotels or restaurants in Skopje, Ohrid, Belgrade, Trebinje, and Tirana
* Balkan Night in a Local Restaurant
* Bosnian Meatball in a Local Restaurant
* Panoramic city tours of Prizren, Pristina, Skopje, Ohrid, Resne, Bitola, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Konjic, Mostar, Kotor, Shkodra, Tirana
* Kosovo Crossing Fee
* Sveti Naum Tour
* Matka Canyon Tour
* Blagaj Tekke Tour
* Compulsory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* City Taxes
* Customs Fees
* Panoramic city tours as indicated in the program
* Airport taxes and service fees
Not Included
- It is sufficient to have Euros with us in order to shop and spend money in all countries included in the tour program. In regions where the local currency is used, the Guide will assist with currency exchange.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred throughout the trip. It is advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening.
- In our tours, seat rotation (seat changes) is applied daily in the seating plan; fixed-seat and front-seat guarantees are not provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- When entering Türkiye from abroad, a minimum stay of 3 days is required in order to bring goods (alcohol, cigarettes, etc.).
- When entering Türkiye from abroad, the duty-free shopping limits are: Cigarettes: 3 cartons , Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of spirits (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of spirits (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Perfume: 600 ml , Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 items , Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg ,Coffee: 1 kg ,Tea: 1 kg
- In the tour program, the Guides may make changes to the program flow depending on weather and road conditions, provided that every location specified in the program is visited.
- Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour. A 30% penalty applies if fewer than 30 days remain before the tour date, and a 100% penalty applies if 20 days or fewer remain. Hospital reports, workplace permission documents, and similar documents obtained from authorities in Türkiye and submitted together with the participant’s cancellation request are unfortunately not accepted for the cancellation of hotels where they will stay outside Türkiye or services they will receive.
-Tour programs are organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation cannot be achieved for the trip, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. İndirimli Turlar will notify participants if the tour is cancelled due to insufficient participation.
-When only category information is provided without specifying names in the tour program and/or when there are options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by İndirimli Turlar 2 days before the trip departure.
-During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances exceeding the specified km distances.
- Triple rooms may be provided subject to hotel availability, and the bed allocated to the third person in these rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 additional bed. Since additional beds consist of beds known as folding beds and coach beds, tour participants in reservations for a third person and/or child are deemed to have declared that they accept any possible crowding in the rooms and the bed type. Child discounts are valid for one child staying with 2 adults and belonging to the applicable age group.
-The breakfasts included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country visited and generally consist of a limited menu known as a continental breakfast, including butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee; they may be served in a separate room allocated to the group.
-The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours lasting a maximum of 2–3 hours, organized for a general introduction to the cities and conducted panoramically with the guide’s commentary from inside the vehicle; they do not include museum or archaeological site admissions. İndirimli Turlar is not responsible if panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, cannot take place because local authorities do not permit visiting or entering the relevant locations on the corresponding day and at the corresponding time, because roads are closed due to any event, or when weather conditions make it impossible to conduct the tour. Some tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot, where possible, at locations with closed roads or where vehicle access is not permitted.
- During travel, waiting times at border gates crossed by road may exceed standard periods, and İndirimli Turlar cannot be held responsible for any inconveniences arising from these waiting times.
-Extra tours are organized by the local İndirimli Turlar from which we receive service, with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not reached, the excursions cannot be carried out, or the prices, content, and vehicle to be used for extra excursions may vary according to the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide according to whether museums and archaeological sites at the destinations are open or closed and according to weather conditions.
- Extra tours are optional for participants and are not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours organized during the tour are deemed to have accepted waiting at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and picked up from the same point after the tour is completed.
- For persons participating in tours with flights, check-in and boarding procedures are personal procedures and must be completed by the guest before the flight at the relevant airline counters at the airports or online through the airlines’ websites.
- İndirimli Turlar is not responsible for persons who are not present at the specified airport at the times communicated by İndirimli Turlar for participation in the tour, who do not complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time but do not board the aircraft and therefore cannot take their flight. All costs of new round-trip flight tickets required for persons who miss the flight to join the tour, as well as their transfers in the destination region, belong to those persons.
- İndirimli Turlar acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delays on scheduled and charter flights, or flight times may change before the existing trip and flight. İndirimli Turlar is obliged to notify passengers of these changes as soon as possible. The passenger purchased the trip by accepting the risk of a change in flight times. Children between 0 and 2 years of age do not pay airport taxes or airport service fees.
-The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of persons as follows. The vehicle types listed below are assigned according to the number of persons on each of our tours.
Buses: (Used for groups of 25–46 persons) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner -*Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for groups of 17–24 persons) *Isuzu Turkuaz , *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for groups of up to 16 persons) *Vw Volt , *Mercedes Sprinter
-All guests are deemed to have accepted the provisions stated above and completed the purchase of the tour.