Gaziantep Departure Kosovo Big Balkans Tour with AJet including Extra Tours and Dinner 6 Nights TZL-SKP
Day 1: Gaziantep - Çukurova - TZL Airport - Belgrade
Meeting at 17:30 the day before the tour in Gaziantep Gazi Muhtar Paşa Boulevard Uğur Mumcu Park, after which we depart by private vehicle to Çukurova Airport. After arriving at Çukurova Airport, we perform our ticket, luggage, and boarding procedures. We head to TZL Airport directly with Ajet Airlines' scheduled flight. After approximately two hours of a comfortable journey, we arrive at our destination. After the entry procedures into the country, we begin a pleasant journey to Serbia's capital, Belgrade, with our private vehicle waiting at the airport. Historically one of the most important cultural and strategic centers of the Balkans, Belgrade still attracts attention today with its vibrancy, liveliness, and historical texture. We will have the opportunity to explore the intersection of Ottoman and European cultures in this enchanting city. After arriving in Belgrade, a panoramic city tour begins, where we will discover all the grandeur of the city. Here, you can feel the historical atmosphere and discover the texture that combines Belgrade's past with the present. Next, we go to one of the city's most impressive points, where the Sava River meets the Danube River. Exploring this region, which has been the focal point of many conquests and victories throughout history, will be a great pleasure. While continuing to explore this ancient city, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded for its conquest, but its conquest was destined for Kanuni Sultan Süleyman, you will come across the Belgrade Fortress, which served as the supply base of the Ottoman navy. While tracing the traces of history in this fortress, we will see important points such as the Kale Square and Stone Square. During our visits, we will see the Tomb of Şehit Ali Paşa, an important figure from the Ottoman period. During these visits, we will delve into Belgrade's rich history and gain knowledge about the cultural heritage left by the Ottoman period. At the end of our tour, we leave behind the history and vibrant atmosphere of the city and head to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
TZL Airport - Belgrade: 197 km
Day 2: Belgrade - Sarajevo
After our breakfast, we head to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Upon our arrival, it has become historically significant as the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries and as the location where Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary was assassinated by Serbs in 1914, resulting in the outbreak of World War I. In the 1992 war, it suffered great damage due to the destructive wars between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks, yet Sarajevo has largely managed to preserve its beauty. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the famous Baščaršija, the historical Ottoman inn Morica Han, the Catholic Cathedral reflecting the city's religious cosmopolitanism, the Synagogue, the Husein Bey and Ferhadija Mosques, the Latin Bridge, where the assassination of Franz Ferdinand took place in 1914, the Old Library, and the Western-style buildings created during the 40 years of Austro-Hungarian rule. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.
Belgrade - Sarajevo: 294 km
Day 3: Sarajevo - Mostar - Blagaj - Počitelj - Medjugorje
After our breakfast, we depart from Sarajevo. Our first stop is Mostar, famous for its historical and cultural richness. Here, we will see the Mostar Bridge, built by Mimar Hayreddin in 1557, which is one of the masterpieces of Ottoman architecture. This bridge was destroyed in 1992 but was rebuilt in 2004 with the contributions of the Republic of Turkey. After exploring the enchanting atmosphere of Mostar, we will visit the Koski Mehmet Pasha Mosque. Next, we proceed to Blagaj. Blagaj is located at the source of the Buna River, Europe's strongest freshwater source. After a short free time here, we move to Počitelj. We will visit Počitelj, known as the Turkish Village, where historical structures built by the Ottomans in the 16th century are preserved. Finally, we head to Medjugorje. Medjugorje is a peaceful place famous for its religious visitors. After arriving at our hotel, we retreat to our rooms to rest. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Mostar Tour INCLUDED! | Blagaj Tour INCLUDED! | Počitelj Tour INCLUDED!
Sarajevo - Mostar: 130 km | Mostar - Blagaj: 12 km | Blagaj - Počitelj: 30 km | Počitelj - Medjugorje: 20 km
Total distance to be covered: 192 km
Day 4: Medjugorje - Kotor - Budva - Sv. Stefan - Shkodra
After our breakfast, we leave our hotel and head towards the enchanting Kotor. During our journey, you will enjoy magnificent scenery. Upon reaching Kotor, this medieval town famous for the fjords of the Balkans, we will feel the historical atmosphere as we take a walking tour through the narrow streets and discover the heart of Kotor. This small town, with its unique architecture and sea views, will take you on a journey through time. Then, we will move to Budva, one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Balkans! Arriving in Budva, our city tour begins. During our walking tour, we will see the magnificent beaches, vibrant nightlife, and some of the most famous tourist sites of Budva. After our city tour, we proceed to Sv. Stefan, famous for its rich history and dazzling views. We will admire the stunning landscape of this island from above. Every corner of this area is postcard-perfect, making it an ideal spot for photography. After all these explorations, we move on to the beautiful city of Shkodra in Albania. After dinner at our hotel, we retreat to our rooms to rest. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Kotor Tour INCLUDED! | Budva Tour INCLUDED!
Medjugorje - Kotor: 191 km | Kotor - Budva: 22 km | Budva - Sv. Stefan: 15 km | Sv. Stefan - Shkodra: 85 km
Total distance to be covered: 313 km
Day 5: Shkodra - Tirana - Elbasan - Ohrid
After our breakfast, we depart from our hotel and head towards Tirana, the capital of Albania. In this beautiful city, rich in historical and cultural aspects, we are awaiting an impressive tour to discover Tirana, which is known as the center of Bektashism in Europe. Upon arriving in Tirana, we will visit the Ethem Bey Mosque, which began construction in 1789 and was completed in 1923; this structure is one of Albania's cultural heritages. We take a brief break at Skanderbeg Square, where we can see the statue of Skanderbeg proudly standing in the middle of the square. One of the highlights of our tour will also be the Clock Tower built by Ethem Bey in 1821, which symbolizes Tirana. During this tour, Tirana’s modern face and historical past will come together to create unforgettable memories. After some free time, we pass through Elbasan and embark on an exciting journey to St. Naum, located at the source of Lake Ohrid and St. Naum Monastery, referred to as "A Piece of Heaven in the Balkans." At this enchanting site, you will get the opportunity to photograph the unique beauties of the landscape nestled in the heart of nature. In our free time, we will enjoy discovering this historical and natural wonder. After an unforgettable day filled with memories and amazing photos, we head towards Ohrid, the pearl of the Balkans. Along the way, breathtaking landscapes will accompany us. Upon arriving in Ohrid, we will take a tour introducing the historic city, which was one of the important bases of the Ottomans in the Balkans. During our tour, we will see significant sites such as the Statue of Saints Cyril and Methodius, who are believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet, and the Church of St. Sophia. We will also stroll around the heart of the city, Çınar Square, and have the chance to explore the Turkish Bazaar from the Ottoman period. There, we may visit the Halveti Tekke and closely feel the cultural texture of the city. Afterwards, we will explore the New Bazaar and Ohrid Market, experiencing the daily life of the local people. Finally, the famous lake of Ohrid and its enchanting scenery will accompany our tour. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight and dinner will be at our hotel. After dinner, you can enjoy the enchanting atmosphere of Ohrid in the quiet of the night, take a short walk by the lakeside, or retreat to your rooms to relax.
Tirana Tour INCLUDED! | Sveti Naum Tour INCLUDED!
Shkodra – Tirana: 100 km | Tirana – Ohrid: 135 km
Total distance to be covered: 235 km
Day 6: Ohrid - Resne - Bitola - Skopje
After our breakfast, we embark on our tour of Resne and Bitola (Manastir), famous for its magnificent natural beauty and historical richness. Our first stop is Resne, where we will see Resneli Niyazi Bey's Palace, which has left a significant mark on Balkan history, panoramically. Resne offers a captivating atmosphere with both its nature and traces of the Ottoman Empire. After a short break, we head to Bitola, which was once one of the most important cultural and commercial centers of the Ottoman Empire. Upon our arrival in Bitola, we will visit the Military Academy that Atatürk attended and the Atatürk Museum from the outside. In this magical city, we will also explore historical artifacts from the Ottoman period like the Turkish Bazaar, Bedesten, İshak Pasha Mosque, and the New Mosque. While feeling the historical texture of Bitola, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a pleasant walk along the nostalgic streets of the city. After our visit, we continue towards Skopje. Upon arrival, a city tour begins. Skopje is one of the important cultural centers of the Balkans with its Ottoman-era heritage and modern structures. Our tour starts with the historical sites in Skopje, the birthplace of the famous Turkish poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı. Our first stop is the Mustafa Pasha Mosque, built in 1492 and one of the largest and most magnificent mosques in the city. Then, we visit the Murat Pasha Mosque, built in the 15th century, which draws attention with its Ottoman-era decorations and architecture. Continuing with our tour, we will see Kapan Han and Sulu Han located in the heart of Skopje. These structures are beautiful examples of Ottoman-era inns that were important centers for merchants. Later, we will visit the Stone Bridge, which has become a symbol of Skopje. This bridge was built in the 15th century and connects both sides of the Vardar River. Walking from the Stone Bridge, we continue our tour while observing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods along the Vardar River. During our walk by the river, we will pass through Macedonia Square, Skopje's largest and most central point, surrounded by modern buildings. Here, we will encounter the large statue of Alexander the Great and other monuments. Afterwards, we view the Ottoman Bridge from the 15th century from the outside and visit Davut Pasha Hammam to once again feel the splendor of the Ottoman era. Continuing towards Skopje's Turkish Bazaar, before reaching the bazaar, we will see the Clock Tower, one of Skopje's symbol structures built in the 16th century. At this point, we will visit the Sultan Murat Mosque and the Isa Bey Mosque, which are important parts of the Islamic heritage of the city with their distinctive architecture. Finally, we allow free time at the Turkish Bazaar. Here, you can find many products from traditional handicrafts to souvenirs. After enjoying a delightful time in the bazaar, we will return to our hotel for the evening.
Dinner: An unforgettable dinner awaits you, accompanied by traditional Balkan music and local dance performances. While experiencing the entertaining and cultural aspect of Skopje, you will be hosted at the Gardenia Restaurant, one of the most selected venues in the region. This special Balkan night with live performances presented by artists, who are all students and teachers from conservatories, will be transformed into an authentic experience without playback. We will be pleased to host you at our own establishment, Restaurant Gardenia Skopje. Overnight stay at our hotel in Skopje.
Resne Tour INCLUDED! | Bitola Tour INCLUDED! | Balkan Night INCLUDED!
Ohrid – Resne: 34 km | Resne – Bitola: 31 km | Bitola – Skopje: 170 km
Total distance to be covered: 235 km
Day 7: Skopje – Matka Canyon – Pristina – Prizren – Skopje
After breakfast, we depart from our hotel and head towards Matka Canyon, accompanied by lush green mountains. Are you ready to discover Matka Canyon, located among the enchanting forests and vast pastures of Vodno Mountain? This natural wonder stretches over approximately 5,000 hectares and will take you to mystical monasteries from the Middle Ages and tranquil lake views. While walking among the rugged cliffs, you will observe the region's endemic plants and animal species. For nature lovers, hiking along the green trails is the best way to enjoy the solitude in nature. After our Matka Canyon tour, we head towards Pristina, the capital of Kosovo. Upon arrival in Pristina, we will begin our panoramic city tour, where we will discover Pristina's modern and historical aspects. During our tour, we will also visit many valuable structures from the Ottoman era. We will see the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Mosque and the 18th-century Yasar Pasha Mosque. During our excursion, we will have the opportunity to visit the tomb of Sultan Murad Hüdavendigâr, who was killed in the Battle of Kosovo in 1389 and commemorate this important historical event and its place in Ottoman history. After our tour in Pristina, we move towards Prizren, known as the cultural capital of Kosovo. Upon our arrival, we will explore the narrow streets of Prizren, which remind us of Anatolian Ottoman cities with their architecture and shop signs filled with Turkish inscriptions. In the city, we will visit the Sinan Pasha Mosque, one of the most important structures of Ottoman architecture. Furthermore, the Halveti Tekke, the Bayraklı Mosque, and the Mehmet Pasha Bath will also be among the important Ottoman artifacts to be visited. After spending some free time in Prizren, we will begin our return journey to Skopje. Upon reaching Skopje, we will have free time until the hour designated by our guide. Afterwards, we will transfer to the airport.
Pristina Tour INCLUDED! | Prizren Tour INCLUDED! | Matka Canyon Tour INCLUDED!
Skopje – Pristina: 90 km | Pristina – Prizren: 85 km | Prizren – Skopje: 160 km
Total distance to be covered: 335 km
Day 8: Skopje – Çukurova - Gaziantep
After completing the ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we will take a direct flight to Çukurova with Ajet Airlines. After arriving at Çukurova Airport, our vehicle waiting at the airport will transfer us to Gaziantep, marking the end of our tour. We bid farewell to you, our valued guests, hoping to see you again on your next journey.
*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 in all circumstances. With this application, it is possible to cancel your reservation until 9 days prior to the departure date of the tour. While the entire tour fee is refunded in case of reservation cancellation, the cancellation guarantee package fee and any additional service fees (visa, insurance, etc.) are non-refundable.
**The specified cancellation guarantee package is not valid for group reservations.**
**There are a limited number of quotas available for each tour.**
Positive Aspects of the Tour
• Comprehensive Visits: A broad travel program covering important cities and touristic places in the Balkans is offered. Many significant cities such as Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar, Ohrid, and Skopje are visited.
• Ottoman History: Important structures and cultural heritages from the Ottoman period are visited, providing an enjoyable experience for history enthusiasts.
• Religious and Cultural Richness: Various religious structures (mosques, churches, synagogues) are visited, exploring the cultural diversity of the region.
• Natural Beauties: Marvelous natural wonders like Lake Ohrid are experienced throughout the tour.
• Visa-Free Travel: The tour includes destinations that do not require a visa, reducing additional paperwork and costs.
• Professional Guidance: Participants have the opportunity to gain detailed knowledge about cities and historical sites with a guide.
• Local Culinary Experience: Dinner with traditional Bosnian meals, Balkan cuisine, and local flavors provides a gastronomic experience for participants.
• Restaurant Gardenia Skopje Experience: An opportunity to enjoy local dishes and a special Balkan night at one of Skopje's finest restaurants, Restaurant Gardenia Skopje.
• All Tours Included: All environmental tours and additional tours included in the program are covered by the tour price, allowing participants to visit all key points without additional costs.
• Dinner Included: Dinner is included every day, preventing participants from incurring additional expenses while savoring local flavors.
• No Need for Extra Spending: This tour is ideal for guests who do not want to spend, as aside from lunch, taxes, optional tips, and gifts for their loved ones, there will be no additional expenses.
Considerations to Bear in Mind
• Intense Program: Traveling to a different city every day makes the tour rich and jam-packed. However, this hectic pace may be tiring for those who wish to explore more.
• Long Journeys: Intercity distances (for instance, between Skopje and Belgrade) are traveled amidst beautiful views, but there may be long hours spent on the bus. Nevertheless, the molas provided along the way ensure a comfortable travel experience.
• Limited Free Time: Due to the comprehensive program, free times may be limited. However, a chance to visit all important points is provided with a guide.
• Weather Conditions Dependent on Season: Weather may be variable in the Balkans during certain periods. Therefore, suitable clothing selections can make this situation comfortable.
• Accommodation and Service Quality: Although the hotels featured in the tour are carefully selected from options reflecting the character and local culture of the region, some hotels in smaller cities may not offer the extensive facilities found in luxury hotels in Turkey. However, attention is paid to comfort and cleanliness in these hotels.
• Food and Culinary Experience: The tour offers the opportunity to taste the unique local flavors of the region. Balkan cuisine is rich and delicious, but some participants may encounter unfamiliar tastes. This is a great opportunity to get to know the local culture and cuisine up close, but it is helpful to bear in mind that you may encounter different flavors.
City Hotel Breakfast Dinner
Belgrade 4* Nobel etc. Hotel Hotel
Sarajevo 4* Holiday etc. Hotel Hotel
Medjugorje 4* Kaktus etc. Hotel Hotel
Shkodra 4* Holiday Koplik etc. Hotel Hotel
Ohrid 4* Beograd etc. Hotel Hotel
Skopje 4* Vlaho etc. Hotel Restaurant Gardenia
With Ajet Airlines
Departure Place Arrival Place Departure Time Arrival Time
Çukurova TZL Airport 01:10 03:50
Skopje Çukurova 02:30 04:30
GENERAL TERMS
1- The General Terms are an integral part of the tour program and cannot be considered independently of the tour program.
2- In case of insufficient participation for the trip; the Agency can cancel the tour up to 21 days before the tour start date. In such a case, the cancellation information will be communicated to the guest. The full amount of the tour fee will be refunded to the guest. In the case of refunds for additional services purchased outside the tour; domestic flight connections purchased from the Agency will also be refunded to the guest, visa services, travel health insurance services that have been used to apply for a visa on behalf of the guest cannot be refunded as they have been used. If no visa application has been made, the visa and travel health insurance will also be canceled and a refund will be made. If the guest has purchased the domestic flight connection from a different provider independent of the Agency, they cannot claim any refund from the Agency in case the tour is canceled by the Agency. The guest accepts in advance that they will not hold the Agency responsible for any financial or moral losses arising from the cancellation of the tour when purchasing the tour.
3- In case of insufficient participation for the trip, the Agency reserves the right to show goodwill by not canceling the tour. In this case, since the tour will be provided individually for the guest, the guiding service included in the package will only cover the airport transfers for the round trip abroad.
Cancellation and Change
4- In our tours, tickets for transportation are arranged at the time of reservation. In case of cancellations made more than 30 days before the tour start date, the flight ticket fees, which do not have the right of cancellation & change and refund, will be reflected as a penalty amount.
5- Guests have the right to cancel without penalty by notifying the Agency in writing at least 30 days before the tour departure date, except for the airline tickets that have been paid for and/or committed by the Agency. In case of less than 31 days remaining until the start date of the trip, they may cancel by paying a penalty equal to 50% of the remaining tour fee from the flight ticket price, and if there are 15 days or less until the start date of the trip, they can cancel by paying the full tour fee as a penalty. In case of cancellation requests, since the cancellation refund conditions for additional services such as domestic flight connections, visa services, and travel health insurance may vary depending on the timing of the cancellation request, it is necessary to inquire about refunds in advance. The Agency cannot make any commitment regarding the cancellation refunds of additional services.
Guiding Services and Extra Tours
6- The days and times of the tours specified in the program can be changed by the guide according to the opening/closing status of the museums and historical sites at the places to be visited and weather conditions. Different guides may accompany our guests during the tours.
7- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of the cities and are made via a panoramic vehicle explanation without including entrance to museums and historical sites, lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours are not the responsibility of the Agency if they cannot be carried out due to local authorities not allowing visits or closed roads due to any event, or if it becomes impossible to conduct the tour due to weather conditions, including those indicated in the program and other tours. Some tours may be conducted using public transportation or on foot where vehicles are not allowed.
8- Our guide can change the days of city tours and/or additional tours depending on the number of participants, the closure status of the museums and historical sites. This also applies in case of changes in flight times.
9- Important points to consider for tours that will be conducted with Speed Boats; heavy meals should not be consumed just before boarding the boat, and excessive amounts of water should not be drunk. Guests with stomach, back, neck complaints, as well as pregnant guests need to inform their guides about their conditions.
10- There are no refunds for participation in included tour or meal services if not utilized.
About Flights
11- The Agency is an intermediary between the airline and the passenger, and in case of possible disputes, the relevant provisions of Turkish legislation, as well as the Hague Protocol and the Warsaw Convention will be applied.
12- There may be delays or changes in flight times for scheduled and charter flights. The Agency is obliged to inform these changes as soon as possible. The passenger has purchased the tour accepting the risk of flight times changing/cancellation.
13- Children aged 0-2 only pay the airport tax fee.
14- According to the airline rules; if the outbound flight of a round-trip ticket is not used, the return flight is canceled by the airline.
15- Check-in and boarding procedures for participants in flights are personal processes, and these procedures must be carried out by the guest at the airports before the flight, at the relevant airline counters, or online through the airline’s websites.
16- Last-minute delays and gate changes during flights are announced verbally at the airports and displayed on the information boards in the area. This information should be followed by the guests themselves.
17- The Agency is not responsible for passengers who are not present at the specified airport at the required time per airline rules, do not carry out check-in and boarding procedures on time, or carry out check-in and boarding procedures on time but do not board the plane. All expenses related to obtaining new round-trip flight tickets and necessary transfers in the destination due to missing the flight are the responsibility of the passengers.
18- The general baggage allowance for flights departing from Turkey is 20 kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. If there are domestic flights in the destination country, this allowance may drop to 15 kg. The excess baggage weight/pricing rules are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of the Agency.
19- Guests wishing to upgrade their tickets using miles (to business or first class); after the tickets are issued, upgrade processes can be carried out depending on the availability of the airline (please check with the airline you are a member of). No mileage guarantee is provided for each flight. Please check whether the tickets for the program are from an upgradeable class.
20- In some airlines, meals and online check-in services may be subject to an additional fee.
Other Matters
21- The Agency will not accept responsibility for any changes or cancellation processes made by the guest directly by communicating with the hotel. In such cases, the Agency's cancellation conditions will apply.
22- In cases where only category information is provided for hotels in the tour program without indicating hotel names or presented with options for the same destination, the Agency will inform the guest 48 hours before the trip.
23- During special periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be utilized from locations or more km away than specified. In this case, the Agency will inform the guest 15 days before the tour departure date.
24- When registering for the purchased tour; the guest's passport name, date of birth, and passport number must be entered/declared correctly in the system. Flight tickets are issued according to this information. Penalties arising from incorrect information leading to flight ticket cancellations or changes will be charged to the guests.
25- To be able to use your mobile phones abroad, check with the company to which your line belongs to ensure that your phone is activated for international use before leaving Turkey.
26- The check-in time for accommodation is 15:00, and the check-out time is 12:00.
27- Requests regarding the room (high floor, close to common areas, smoking/non-smoking, type of bed) are communicated to the hotel by the Agency. The rooms reserved are aimed to meet the guest's preferences, depending on the hotel's availability. The fulfillment of these requests depends on the availability at the time of check-in and cannot be guaranteed by the Agency.
28- The breakfast offered in hotels differs from the rich breakfast traditionally found in Turkish cuisine. It is generally served with a limited selection, such as butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, commonly called continental breakfast, and may be served separately in a designated area for groups.
29- In some situations, a double bed may be available instead of a twin room. Most European hotels offer rooms with 2 beds that can be combined if necessary.
30- Child and extra bed policies may vary from hotel to hotel depending on room types.
31- Any extra bed and baby cot is provided upon request and according to the hotel's availability, and it must be approved by the hotel.
32- The capacity for extra beds or baby cots in the room is 1 unit (maximum).
33- In triple rooms, there is an application for an extra bed, and the bed allocated to the 3rd person in these types of rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Extra beds are made up of pull-out beds and coach beds. Our guests acknowledge that they accept the possible congestion and the type of bed due to extra beds added to the standard room in triple room and/or reservations with children.
34- In hotel reservations, if the number of children staying with adults and the ages of the children are inaccurately declared by our guests, the relevant hotels may charge additional fees. In such a case, the responsibility lies with the guest who made the incorrect declaration. Hotels may request identification to verify the age of the children.
35- In reservations of 2 adults + 1 child, there may not be a separate bed for the child. Child prices are only valid if the child is staying with two adults. Child discounts are applicable for "one child" who fits the age group of staying with 2 adults.
36- Daily currency exchange rates will be reflected in TL prices. The rates at the time of payment are applicable. Any additional requests and some extra services (minibar, ironing, etc.) at the hotel may be subject to extra charges. These expenses are not included in the purchase price and shall be paid directly to the hotel during your stay.
37- Some countries have different applications regarding city, tourism, or local taxes. All kinds of city, tourism, or other taxes that are currently applied will be collected from the guest by the hotel at the time of entry or exit.
38- The distances indicated in the programs are based on maps. Travel durations may be prolonged due to traffic, weather conditions, geographical location of the visited country, roadworks, and conditions.
39- The Agency may change the order of cities in the program or the main airline to be flown, as deemed necessary without breaking the content of the program.
40- Personal belongings, bags, suitcases, passports/IDs of the participants in the tour are under their own responsibility, and the Agency is not responsible for forgotten/lost/stolen items. If the forgotten items are found, the costs of delivering them to the country and/or person will be borne by the item owner.
41- Participants in the tour are obliged to carry their travel health insurance policies and any related medications and prescriptions if they have any health issues.
42- For possible extra expenses, a deposit in the form of a credit card or cash may be requested by the hotel at check-in, along with an official identity document/passport. The return of the requested deposit at check-out is a transaction between the hotel and the guest, and the Agency has no intervention in this matter.
Visa and Passport
1- Guests must ensure that their passports are valid for at least 6 months from the travel end date.
2- At customs crossings/border gates, your passport must have at least 2 blank pages to stamp the entry-exit seal.
3- Being exempt from a visa for the countries in this tour or having obtained a visa does not mean you will be allowed to enter/leave the country; the passport police have the authority to refuse your entry/exit, and the Agency is not responsible for this situation; the responsibility lies with the traveler.
4- Guests who are not Turkish citizens or have dual citizenship using another country's passport to participate in the tour must consult the relevant consulates regarding the visa procedures applicable to the country they will travel to; otherwise, the Agency will not be responsible for the resulting consequences.
5- For passports that are torn, worn, wet, or damaged, it is necessary to renew the passports to avoid problems with customs police at the visited country's border. Otherwise, the responsibility lies with the traveler.
6- Guests under 18 years of age may be asked by the police officer to present a document showing the consent of both parents when traveling alone or with only one parent during entry-exit from the country; therefore, it is recommended for minor guests and their parents to be cautious regarding this matter.
Services Included:
• Round trip plane tickets on the route Çukurova Airport / Tuzla – Skopje / Çukurova Airport with AJET Airlines
• Gaziantep – Çukurova Airport / Çukurova Airport - Gaziantep Transfer
• A total of 6 Nights accommodation in 4-star category hotels: 1 Night in Sarajevo, 1 Night in Medjugorje and surroundings, 1 Night in Belgrade, 1 Night in Skopje, 1 Night in Shkodra, and 1 Night in Ohrid
• Breakfasts
• Dinners
• All transfers specified in the program
• City tours specified in the program
• A Balkan Night adorned with a meal, entertainment, and folklore performances
• Prizren Tour
• Pristina Tour
• Tirana Tour
• Resen Tour
• Bitola Tour
• Matka Canyon Tour
• Sveti Naum Tour
• Mostar Tour
• Blagaj Tour
• Počitelj Tour
• Kotor Tour
• Budva Tour
• Professional Turkish guidance services
• Mandatory Insurance (Professional Liability)
Services Not Included:
• International Departure Tax Stamp
• Travel Insurance
• Lunches
• All hotel extras and personal expenses
• City and Hotel taxes: (City tax, checkpoint fees, local service charges, handling fees, bus entry fees, and operating service costs amounting to a mandatory payment of 20 Euros per person, which will be collected in cash by the guide on the first day of the tour)