Balkan Triangle Tour by Bus Including Environmental Activities 2026
Day 1: Istanbul-Edirne
Meeting Points:
21:00 Kadıköy Nautilus Shopping Center Parking Lot
21:30 Mecidiyeköy in front of Polat Holding
22:00 İncirli in front of Ömür Plaza
We will pick up our guests from the specified points and proceed to the İpsala border gate via Tekirdağ. After completing the passport and customs procedures, we will proceed to Kavala via Dedeağaç, Gümülcine, and İskeçe.
Day 2: Kavala–Thessaloniki
After arriving in Kavala, we will take a break for breakfast and to taste the exquisite Kavala cookies. After our breakfast break, we will have a short photo stop at the beautiful Kavala beaches and set off towards Thessaloniki. Guests may participate in the optional Philippi Ancient City Tour along the way. We will visit the Church of St. Dimitrios, the largest church in Greece, and the house of Great Leader Atatürk, which is currently also located in the garden of the Turkish consulate. After arrival in Thessaloniki, our city tour begins. The places to be visited include the promenade, White Tower, Rotunda, fairgrounds, Ottoman and Byzantine artifacts, the largest cathedral in Greece, the Church of St. Dimitrios, the statue of Alexander the Great, Hamza Bey Mosque, the statues of E.Venizelos and P.Konstantin, Vardar, Macedonia, Aristotle, and Eleftherios squares. After the tour, free time is available. Guests may also join the Dinner, Music, and Folklore Accompanied Greek Tavern tour if they wish. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Optional Tour: Philippi Ancient City Tour Per Person: 30 Euro
Philippi Ancient City, located near Kavala and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was one of the important centers of the Roman period. With its ancient theater, forum area, mosaic structures, and the ruins believed to be where Saint Paul preached, it enchants its visitors. During the guided walking tour, you will uncover the historical layers of the ancient city and experience the region's cultural richness.
Optional Tour: Dinner, Music, and Folklore Accompanied Greek Tavern Per Person: 50 Euro
In this tour, we will enjoy an unforgettable Greek Tavern experience adorned with unique Greek music and dishes. At the end of the night, transfer back to the hotel.
Day 3: Thessaloniki - Bitola (Manastır) – Resne – Ohrid
After our breakfast, we will depart for Bitola. Upon arrival, we will visit Shirok Street, the Bedesten, Ishak Mosque, Yeni Mosque, and the Military High School where Atatürk graduated, which will provide the most emotional moments of the tour. After our visit to Bitola, we will pass through Resne, the birthplace of Resneli Niyazi, and arrive at Ohrid, the jewel of the Balkans. In Ohrid, we will have a tour to introduce the historic city, which was one of the important bases of the Ottomans in the Balkans. During our tour, we will see the statue of Saints Cyril and Methodius, believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet, Church of St. Sophia, the Roman Theatre from the ancient period, Samoil Fortress, St. Clement Monastery and St. Pantelejmon Church, Sinan Çelebi Tomb, Çinar Square, Turkish Market, Halveti Tekkesi, New Bazaar, Ohrid Market, and Ohrid Lake among the places we will visit. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Optional Tour: Ohrid Boat Tour Per Person 20 Euro
We will witness beautiful moments to explore Ohrid, the pearl of the Balkans, in a different and beautiful way.
Day 4: Ohrid – Matka Canyon - Tetova (Kalkandelen) – Skopje
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will check out of our rooms and depart at the time specified by our guide. Guests may join the optional Matka Canyon tour along the way. We will head towards the capital Skopje. On our route, we will visit Tetova (Kalkandelen), the country's third-largest city and the area with the highest Albanian population. We will visit the Alaca Mosque and the soup kitchen founded by the two sisters. After our visit, we'll continue our journey and start our city tour in the capital Skopje. During our half-day panoramic tour, we will see the Old Train Station, the statue and home of Mother Teresa, the Stone Bridge, Fortress Walls, Old City, Bazaar, and the beautiful Ottoman architectural heritage between the Ottomans in the Balkans, such as Mustafa Pasha, Sultan Murad Mosques, and Davud Pasha Bath, among others. Free time and after meeting, transfer to the hotel. Guests may participate in the optional Balkan Night tour if they wish.
Optional Tour: Matka Canyon Tour Per Person: 20 Euro
During this journey, you will explore Matka Canyon surrounded by the forests and pastures of Vodno Mountain. The canyon covers an area of approximately 5,000 hectares and includes medieval monasteries and an artificial lake. Here you will see rocky terrains and various endemic plant and animal species. You can try canoeing or stroll along the green trails.
Optional Tour: Dinner, Music, and Folklore Accompanied Balkan Night Per Person: 50 Euro
In this tour, we will have an unforgettable Balkan Night adorned with wonderful Balkan music and dishes, along with shows by a folklore team. At the end of the night, transfer back to the hotel.
Day 5: Skopje – Sofia – Plovdiv – Istanbul
After breakfast, we will arrive in Sofia and begin our panoramic city tour. The tour will include St. Nedelya Church, Rotunda Church, Russian Church, St. Sofia Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Prime Ministry, Parliament, Sofia University, NDK National Culture Palace, and the Army House where the famous ball attended by Great Leader Atatürk, dressed in a janissary uniform, was held. After a short break, we will pass through Plovdiv, the second largest city in Bulgaria, and arrive at the Kapıkule Border Gate. We will head to Istanbul. Arrival in Istanbul marks the end of our tour. We bid farewell to you, our esteemed guests, hoping to see you on your next trip.