Skopje Tour with Turkish Airlines 3 Nights FIT
Day 1: Istanbul - Skopje
We will meet at the international terminal of Istanbul Airport and complete the check-in procedures. After that, we will depart towards Skopje, the capital of the Republic of Macedonia, at 08:25 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1003. Upon our arrival in the city at 07:55, we will begin our panoramic tour of Skopje. In Skopje, known as the birthplace of our famous poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı and referred to as the city of saints, we will visit the fortress to enjoy the city view. Then, we will see the Yahya Pasha and Mustafa Pasha mosques, Kapan Han, and the Çifte Hamam, which was built by Davud Pasha during the reign of II. Bayezid and is now used as the National Gallery of Art, all of which date back to the approximately 600 years of Ottoman rule. After feeling at home in the Turkish Bazaar, we will arrive at the banks of the Vardar River passing through the city and cross the Stone Bridge, which was originally built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian in the 6th century but was reconstructed during the reign of Fatih Sultan Mehmed and opened to traffic in 1469, consisting of a total of 13 arches, heading towards Macedonia Square. In this main square, we will see the statue of Alexander the Great, which was erected in 2011 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of North Macedonia, and the Ristik Palace, which was built in 1926 for the Ristik family and now serves as a business center. Continuing on, we will pass by the House of Mother Teresa, established in memory of Agnes Gonca Boyacı, who is known for being the Nobel Peace Prize-winning Albanian Catholic nun born in Skopje, which has a church on the upper floor and a museum showcasing excerpts from the nun's life on the lower floor. Our journey will conclude at the train station, which is a symbol of the city. After that, we will have free time until the time determined by our guide. We will meet at the designated time and check into our hotel to rest. Guests who wish can join the optional Macedonian Night Tour organized in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Macedonian Night Tour & Dinner: 60 Euro
We will experience an unforgettable Balkan night, accompanied by local flavors, culture, and music.
Day 2: Skopje
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the optional tour of the Magnificent Macedonian Geography. Overnight at the hotel.
Magnificent Macedonian Geography Tour: 40 Euro
Our first stop in this tour, which covers Matka National Park, the Canyon, and Vodno Mountain, will be the Matka National Park, an extraordinary natural area that captivates both locals and foreigners. We will see the deepest cave in the Balkans, the Vrelo Cave, the canyon, and the man-made monasteries from the 14th century in the canyon. After an hour-long boat tour where we will witness breathtaking views, we will take the cable car to Vodno Mountain and visit the St. Pantelejmon Monastery, which houses one of the largest crosses in the world. We will continue our excursion in fresh air and untouched nature.
Day 3: Skopje
After breakfast, free time; however, guests who wish can join the optional Macedonian Treasures: Tetovo, Kumanovo, Ohrid, St. Naum Tour. Overnight at the hotel.
Macedonian Treasures: Tetovo, Kumanovo, Ohrid, St. Naum Tour: 100 Euro
After breakfast, we will head to Ohrid. On the way, we will stop in Tetovo (Kumanovo) to visit the Colored Mosque and see the 500-year-old Hacıbektaş Harabati Baba Tekkesi, founded in the 16th century by one of Suleiman's viziers, Sersem Ali Baba, panoramically. After arriving in Ohrid, we will conduct a tour introducing this historic city, which was one of the essential Ottoman bases in the Balkans. During our tour, we will see several sites including the statue of Saints Cyril and Methodius, who are believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet in the 9th century, Aya Sofya Church, the Ancient Theatre from the Roman period, Samuel's Fortress, St. Clement Monastery and St. Pantelejmon Church, Sinan Celebi Tomb, Chinar Square, Turkish Bazaar, Halveti Monastery, the new bazaar, Ohrid Market, and Lake Ohrid. After our tour, we will visit St. Naum, which is home to the famous monastery named after St. Naum, a disciple of St. Clement who invented the Cyrillic alphabet, and enjoy a boat ride on the lake. Following this, we will have free time until the time designated by our guide. We will then meet at the appointed time and return to the hotel for rest and overnight stay.
Day 4: Skopje - Istanbul
After breakfast, free time and room check-out. Then we will gather at the time indicated by our guide and set off for Skopje Airport. After completing luggage and passport procedures, we will depart to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1006 at 20:45. Arrival at 00:10 and end of our tour. We hope to see you again in our next organization.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Flight times may vary due to airline schedule changes. Guests taking domestic flights should confirm their times.
• Our tour will take place individually. Ticketing is done after the reservation is made. There is no refund for cancellations.
• Once tickets are issued, name changes or date changes cannot be made.
• The tour is organized with a minimum of 2 participants.
• The extra tour prices specified in the program are valid with a minimum participation of 10 people.
Included Services:
• Plane ticket for Turkish Airlines scheduled flight from Istanbul New (IST) - Skopje - Istanbul New (IST),
• 3 nights accommodation in hotels of the specified category,
• Morning breakfasts,
• Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers,
• Panorama City Tour in Skopje with a Turkish guide on the first day
• Mandatory Professional Liability Insurance
Services Not Included:
• Overseas Exit Tax Stamp :1000 TL
• Travel Insurance (Up to 65 Years) :
• Travel Insurance (Ages 66-75) :
• All hotel extras and personal expenses
• City and hotel taxes
• Optional tours