'Balkan Beauties Kosovo Macedonia Tour with Ajet Airlines'
Day 1: Istanbul – Pristina - Skopje
Meeting at the agency desk in the departure terminal of Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Departure to Pristina, the capital of Kosovo, at 09:25 on Ajet Airlines flight VF101. Following a comfortable flight, arrival at 10:05 local time. After completing entry procedures, our panoramic city tour by private vehicle will include Germia Park, the Kosovo Museum, the Fatih Sultan Mehmed Mosque built by the Ottomans in the 15th century, the 18th-century Yaşar Pasha Mosque, and the tomb of Ottoman Sultan Murad Hüdavendigâr I, who was killed on the Kosovo Field as a result of the Battle of Kosovo in 1389. Following the city tour, departure for Skopje. Upon arrival in Skopje, our city tour begins. Among the places we will see in Skopje, the birthplace of our famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı, are the Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and the Stone Bridge. We continue our walk along the banks of the Vardar River, enjoying views of the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods on the opposite side of the river. During this walk, Macedonia Square, the Ottoman Bridge, and Davut Pasha Bath will be seen from the outside, after which we will enter the Turkish Bazaar. The Clock Tower, one of Skopje’s landmark monuments and built in the 16th century, the Sultan Murat Mosque, built in the 14th century, and the İsa Bey Mosque, also dating from the same century, will be seen, followed by free time in the Turkish Bazaar. After the free time, our guests who wish may join the optional Balkan night tour, featuring unique Balkan music and cuisine, along with traditional dance performances by a folklore troupe. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Price per Person for Balkan Night with Dinner: 45 Eur
An unforgettable dinner accompanied by traditional Balkan music and local dance performances awaits you. You will have the opportunity to discover the entertaining and cultural side of Skopje during this special Balkan night, while being hosted at Restaurant Gardenia, one of the region’s most distinguished venues. We will turn this evening into an authentic experience with live performances of the finest Balkan music and folklore by our artists, all of whom are conservatory students and teachers, performed without playback. We will be delighted to host you at our own establishment, Restaurant Gardenia Skopje. Thank you for your understanding. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Day 2: Skopje
After breakfast, free time all day. Our guests who wish may join the optional Grand Macedonia Tour. Following the tour, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Grand Macedonia Tour Price per Person: 75 Eur
Following breakfast, during this full-day tour, we will first stop in Tetovo (Kalkandelen) to visit the Painted Mosque. We then continue our journey to Ohrid. Upon arrival in Ohrid, our city tour begins. We will take a tour introducing the historic city of Ohrid, which was one of the important Ottoman bases in the Balkans. During the tour, we will see the Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius, 9th-century Byzantine monks believed to have developed the Cyrillic Alphabet, the Church of Hagia Sophia, the Ancient Theater dating from the Roman period, Samoil’s Fortress, St. Clement Monastery and St. Panteleimon Church, the Tomb of Sinan Çelebi, Plane Tree Square, the Turkish Bazaar, the Halveti Lodge, the New Bazaar, Ohrid Market, and Lake Ohrid. Following the Ohrid tour, we depart for Bitola (Manastır). On the way, we will view panoramically the palace of Niyazi of Resne, one of the famous figures of the Committee of Union and Progress. Upon arrival, during our city tour of Bitola (Manastır), we will visit the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, İshak Mosque, New Mosque, the Military High School from which Atatürk graduated, and the Atatürk Museum. We then return to Skopje via Prilep. Transfer to our hotel.
Day 3: Skopje – Pristina - Istanbul
After breakfast, departure for Pristina Airport. On the way, our guests who wish may join the optional Matka Canyon Tour. Following the tours, we continue our journey to Pristina. After completing the boarding procedures, we will fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 18:00 on Ajet Airlines’ scheduled flight VF102. Following a comfortable flight, arrival in Istanbul at 20:40 and the end of our tour. We bid you farewell, hoping to see you again on your next journey.
Matka Canyon Tour Price per Person: 20 Eur
Are you ready to discover Matka Canyon, adorned with the unique beauty of nature, amid the enchanting forests and vast meadows of Mount Vodno? Covering an area of approximately 5,000 hectares, this canyon will take you to the mystical monasteries of the Middle Ages and the tranquil views of a magnificent artificial lake. During this tour, as you wander among rugged rocks, you will admire the region’s diverse endemic plant and animal species. Adventure enthusiasts will have the opportunity to canoe, enjoying adrenaline-filled moments on the water. Nature lovers, meanwhile, will enjoy walking along green trails and getting lost in the silence of nature with every step. These unforgettable moments you will spend in Matka Canyon will leave deep traces in your heart while relaxing your soul. Surrender yourself to nature’s embrace and enjoy this unique experience!
*Balkan Special Cancellation Protection Package: 50 Euros*
(With the Cancellation Protection Package, we offer our guests the right to cancel their reservations without penalty under any circumstances. With this arrangement, you may cancel your reservation up to 9 days before the tour departure date. In the event of cancellation, the full tour fee will be refunded, while the cancellation protection package fee and any additional service fees, if applicable (visa, insurance, etc.), will not be refunded.)
**The specified cancellation protection package is not valid for group reservations.**
**There is limited availability for each tour.**
What's Included
Services Included:
• Round-trip flight tickets on the route Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport / Pristina / Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport with Ajet Airlines
• 2 nights accommodation in Skopje in the specified hotel categories
• Breakfasts
• All transfers specified in the program
• City tours specified in the program
• Customs duties
• All highway, parking, and check-point expenses
• Professional Turkish guiding services
• Mandatory Insurance (Professional Liability)
Not Included
Services Not Included:
• International Departure Tax Stamp
• Travel Insurance (up to 65 years old): 20.-Eur
• Travel Insurance (ages 66-75): 40.-Eur
• All hotel extras and personal expenses
• City and Hotel taxes