'Balkan Beauties Kosovo Macedonia Tour with Ajet Airlines'

Day 1: Istanbul – Pristina - Skopje

Meet at the agency desk at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport departure terminal. Depart for the capital of Kosovo, Pristina, on Ajet Airlines flight VF101 at 09:25. After a comfortable and pleasant flight, arrive at 10:05 local time, and after entry procedures into the country, on our panoramic city tour by private vehicle we will see 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 I Hüdavendigâr, who was killed in the Kosovo Field as a result of the 1389 Battle of Kosovo. After the city tour, departure to Skopje. Upon arrival in Skopje, the city tour begins. Among the places we will see in Skopje, the birthplace of our famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı, are Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, and Stone Bridge. We continue our walk along the banks of the Vardar River and observing the Turkish and Jewish quarters 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. One of Skopje’s symbolic structures, the Clock Tower built in the 16th century, Sultan Murat Mosque built in the 14th century, and Isa Bey Mosque dating back to the same century will be seen, and free time will be given in the Turkish Bazaar. After free time, with our guests who wish to join, our unique Balkan night tour will take place as an extra, adorned with exceptional Balkan music and cuisine in the evening, along with folk team local dance shows. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.

With Dinner Balkan Night Per Person: 45 Eur

An unforgettable dinner awaits you accompanied by traditional Balkan music and local dance performances. While experiencing the fun and cultural side of Skopje with this special Balkan night, you will be hosted at Restaurant Gardenia, one of the region’s most distinguished venues. With the best music and folklore of the Balkans presented live, and performances by our artists, all of whom are conservatory students and teachers, done without playback, we will turn this night into an authentic experience. We will be happy to welcome 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 for the whole day. You may join the Grand Macedonia Tour, organized as an extra with our guests who wish to participate. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.

Grand Macedonia Tour Per Person: 75 Eur

On this full-day tour, which we will carry out after breakfast, we first stop in Tetova (Kalkandelen) to visit the Painted Mosque. Then we continue our journey to Ohrid. After arriving in Ohrid, our city tour begins. We will carry out a tour introducing the historic city of Ohrid, which was one of the important Ottoman bases in the Balkans. During the tour, the Monument of Saints Cyril and Methodius, 9th-century Byzantine monks believed to have developed the Cyrillic Alphabet, the Church of St. Sophia, the Ancient Theater from the Roman period, Samoil Fortress, St. Clement Monastery and St. Panteleimon Church, Sinan Çelebi Tomb, Plane Tree Square, the Turkish Bazaar, Halveti Tekke, New Bazaar, Ohrid Market, and Lake Ohrid will be seen. After the Ohrid tour, we head to Manastır (Bitola). On the way, we will panoramicly see the palace of Niyazi Bey of Resne, one of the famous figures of the Committee of Union and Progress. Upon arrival, in our city tour of Manastır (Bitola), we will visit the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, Ishak Mosque, New Mosque, the Military High School where Atatürk graduated, and the Atatürk Museum. Then we will return to Skopje via Pirlepe. Transfer to our hotel.

Day 3: Skopje – Pristina - Istanbul

After breakfast, depart for Pristina Airport. On the way, with our guests who wish to participate, we join the Matka Canyon Tour organized as an extra. After the tours, we continue our journey to Pristina. After the boarding procedures, our flight to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport will take place at 18:00 with Ajet Airlines scheduled flight VF102. After a comfortable and pleasant flight, arrive in Istanbul at 20:40 and the end of our tour. We bid you farewell, hoping to see you again on your next trip.

Matka Canyon Tour Per Person 20 Eur

Are you ready to explore Matka Canyon, adorned with the unique beauty of nature among the enchanting forests and vast pastures 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 peaceful views of a magnificent artificial lake. On this tour, as you wander among rugged cliffs, you will admire the region’s different endemic plant and animal species. For adventure enthusiasts, the chance to go canoeing will provide adrenaline-filled moments on the water. Nature lovers, meanwhile, will enjoy walking along the green trails and losing themselves in the silence of nature at every step. These unforgettable moments you will spend in Matka Canyon will soothe your soul while leaving deep traces in your heart. Let yourself be embraced by nature and enjoy this unique experience!

*Balkan Special Cancellation Guarantee Package: 50 Euro*

(With the Cancellation Guarantee package application, we offer our guests the right to cancel their reservations without penalty under any circumstances. With this application, it is possible to 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 guarantee package fee and any additional service fees (Visa, insurance, etc.) will not be refunded.)

**The stated cancellation guarantee package is not valid for group reservations.**

**Limited capacity is available for each tour.**