"Istanbul and Izmir Departure Skopje Sarajevo Kosovo Tour"
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Tour details
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure woven with history and culture in the heart of the Balkans! Our “Skopje Sarajevo Kosovo Balkan Tour 4 Nights 5 Days with Flights from Izmir and Istanbul” program offers comfortable transportation, central accommodations, and professional guidance, allowing for maximum exploration in a short time. With flights departing from Izmir or Istanbul, you will easily reach this tour where you will experience the Ottoman heritage, the enchanting nature of the Balkan geography, and the multicultural urban life all at once.
The first stop of the program is Skopje, established alongside the Vardar River, where history and modern life intertwine. As you walk through the streets of the Old Bazaar, you will enjoy the panoramic city views from the Stone Bridge and stroll through an open-air museum filled with Ottoman-era inns, baths, and mosques.
Stone Bridge
Skopje Old Bazaar
Kapan Inn
Mustafa Pasha Mosque
Then, the cities that have been mentioned several times in the historical scene of Kosovo are waiting for you. Accompanied by your guide, you will gain striking insights into Kosovo’s recent history, the Ottoman period, and the region's cultural structure; you will feel the Balkan spirit with its warm and hospitable people.
Pristina
Prizren
Stone Bridge (Prizren)
Sinan Pasha Mosque
One of the most impressive stops of the tour is undoubtedly Sarajevo. Known as “Little Istanbul,” this city will allow you to witness the meeting of Eastern and Western cultures. While taking a coffee break in the old Ottoman bazaar, Baščaršija, you will trace the traces of history on the stone streets. With visits to the sites of events that profoundly affected the 20th century, you will get to know the sorrowful yet hopeful story of Sarajevo closely.
Baščaršija
Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque
Sebil Fountain
Latin Bridge
This densely packed tour program combines panoramic city tours with free time, offering both exploration and the opportunity to wander freely. You will savor the delicious Balkan cuisine, delighting your palate with local flavors like ćevapi, börek, and baklava.
Take your passport and step into a completely different world with the “Skopje Sarajevo Kosovo Balkan Tour 4 Nights 5 Days with Flights from Izmir and Istanbul.” This tour, where you will trace the signs of history, won’t let go of your camera, and will fill you with countless stories to share upon your return, is one of the most enjoyable ways to discover the Balkans.
What's included
'Round-trip flight tickets from Izmir and Istanbul
Panoramic city tours of Skopje, Sarajevo, Pristina, and Prizren
4-night accommodation in selected hotels with breakfast
All transfers with a private bus between airport-hotel-cities
Professional Turkish-speaking guiding services
Travel insurance and mandatory local taxes
Visits to museums and archaeological sites mentioned in the program (some may incur additional costs)
Extra Balkan night and local cuisine experiences organized during free time'
Panoramic city tours of Skopje, Sarajevo, Pristina, and Prizren
4-night accommodation in selected hotels with breakfast
All transfers with a private bus between airport-hotel-cities
Professional Turkish-speaking guiding services
Travel insurance and mandatory local taxes
Visits to museums and archaeological sites mentioned in the program (some may incur additional costs)
Extra Balkan night and local cuisine experiences organized during free time'
Not included
"Lunch and dinner (except those specified)
International exit fee
Personal expenses and extra tours
Museum and site entrance fees
Travel health insurance (unless stated otherwise)
Minibar and room service expenses in the hotel"
International exit fee
Personal expenses and extra tours
Museum and site entrance fees
Travel health insurance (unless stated otherwise)
Minibar and room service expenses in the hotel"
Need to Know
The tour lasts a total of 4 nights and 5 days and includes round-trip airfare from Izmir and Istanbul: This tour program is designed to encompass a total of 4 nights of accommodation and 5 days of travel and offers the opportunity to depart from both Izmir and Istanbul. Since round-trip plane tickets are included in the package, guests only need to participate in the flights from the specified airports without having to worry about transportation arrangements.
Guided city tours are planned for the main historical and cultural sites in Skopje, Sarajevo, and Kosovo: Within the tour, key historical sites, squares, mosques, bridges, and museums in Skopje, Sarajevo, and Kosovo will be visited with the accompaniment of a professional guide. Thus, guests have the opportunity to not only wander around but also to learn more deeply about the history, culture, and daily life of the Balkans through the guide's narrations.
Accommodations are generally made in centrally located 3 or 4-star hotels on a bed and breakfast or half-board basis: Having hotels close to the city center allows guests to explore the surroundings during their free time and experience the city atmosphere in the evenings. With the bed and breakfast or half-board concept, breakfast and sometimes dinner are provided by the hotel, offering a comfortable and practical lodging experience.
Lunch and dinner not included in the tour price, personal expenses, extra tours, and visa/travel insurance costs are the responsibility of the guests: Expenses for food and drink that are not explicitly mentioned in the program, as well as personal spending like shopping and souvenirs, are not included in the package price. Additionally, optional extra tour programs, visa application fees, and mandatory or recommended travel insurance costs are also the individual responsibility of the participants.
Participants must complete their valid passport, identification, and any necessary visa/travel documents before the start of the tour: It is crucial to ensure that the validity period of passports and IDs is adequate to avoid any issues during border crossings. Preparing the required visas, green insurance, or other official travel documents beforehand, depending on the entry requirements of the country, is the responsibility of the participants.
It is advised to have comfortable clothes suitable for the region's climate and walking shoes, as well as to carry currency (euros): Since the weather conditions in the Balkans can vary according to the season, wearing comfortable clothes that can be layered appropriately for the season and choosing shoes suitable for long walks can enhance comfort. Additionally, as many expenses can be made in euros, having a sufficient amount of euros on hand facilitates managing shopping and additional expenditures easily.
Guided city tours are planned for the main historical and cultural sites in Skopje, Sarajevo, and Kosovo: Within the tour, key historical sites, squares, mosques, bridges, and museums in Skopje, Sarajevo, and Kosovo will be visited with the accompaniment of a professional guide. Thus, guests have the opportunity to not only wander around but also to learn more deeply about the history, culture, and daily life of the Balkans through the guide's narrations.
Accommodations are generally made in centrally located 3 or 4-star hotels on a bed and breakfast or half-board basis: Having hotels close to the city center allows guests to explore the surroundings during their free time and experience the city atmosphere in the evenings. With the bed and breakfast or half-board concept, breakfast and sometimes dinner are provided by the hotel, offering a comfortable and practical lodging experience.
Lunch and dinner not included in the tour price, personal expenses, extra tours, and visa/travel insurance costs are the responsibility of the guests: Expenses for food and drink that are not explicitly mentioned in the program, as well as personal spending like shopping and souvenirs, are not included in the package price. Additionally, optional extra tour programs, visa application fees, and mandatory or recommended travel insurance costs are also the individual responsibility of the participants.
Participants must complete their valid passport, identification, and any necessary visa/travel documents before the start of the tour: It is crucial to ensure that the validity period of passports and IDs is adequate to avoid any issues during border crossings. Preparing the required visas, green insurance, or other official travel documents beforehand, depending on the entry requirements of the country, is the responsibility of the participants.
It is advised to have comfortable clothes suitable for the region's climate and walking shoes, as well as to carry currency (euros): Since the weather conditions in the Balkans can vary according to the season, wearing comfortable clothes that can be layered appropriately for the season and choosing shoes suitable for long walks can enhance comfort. Additionally, as many expenses can be made in euros, having a sufficient amount of euros on hand facilitates managing shopping and additional expenditures easily.
What to Bring?
Passport, ID, and necessary visa/travel insurance documents
Comfortable clothing suitable for the season, hiking shoes, and spare clothes
Euro currency, bank cards, and small change for minor expenses
Personal medications, basic first aid supplies, and hygiene products
Phone, camera, chargers, and power adapter (if necessary)
Sunglasses, hat, raincoat/umbrella, and a small backpack
Comfortable clothing suitable for the season, hiking shoes, and spare clothes
Euro currency, bank cards, and small change for minor expenses
Personal medications, basic first aid supplies, and hygiene products
Phone, camera, chargers, and power adapter (if necessary)
Sunglasses, hat, raincoat/umbrella, and a small backpack