Guide

Professional Guide: A guided tour in Meteora, Skopje and Ohrid covering iconic landmarks and historical sites with local guide. Professional and knowledgeable guides accompanying the group throughout the journey.

Accommodation

Accommodation: Stay in 4 or 3-star hotels: Enjoy comfortable accommodations throughout the expedition in double or twin rooms. Bed and Breakfast Service: Start each day with a hearty breakfast to fuel your explorations.

Transport

Transportation: Seamless Transfers: Transportation is included for the entire journey, ensuring smooth transitions between destinations. Comfortable Travel: Travel in style and comfort as you explore the Balkans and Greece. We customize our vehicle selection according to group size and needs. Sedans are deployed for smaller groups of up to 3 people, while minivans accommodate groups of up to 8 individuals. For larger groups exceeding 8 passengers, we rely on Sprinter vans. This special approach has been designed to ensure the comfort and efficiency of all passengers, regardless of group size, providing a seamless travel experience for everyone onboard.

Meals

Daily breakfast provided at the hotels.

Others

Immerse in Culture: Engage with the local culture through visits to historic sites, museums, and old town areas. Free Time for Exploration: Personalized Exploration: Enjoy free time in each location for self-guided exploration, shopping, and savoring local cuisine. Flexibility: Strike the perfect balance between structured tours and independent discovery.

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Optional

Enhance your experience with optional excursions, such as Canyon Matka in Skopje 25eu, St. Naum in Ohrid 30eu, Alistratis Cave, and a local winery visit in Kavala 75 eu. Important reminder: Museum and historical site entrance fees belong to the guests. City tax in hotels in Greece is cash and belongs to the guest.

Others

Important reminder: Museum and historical site entrance fees belong to the guests. City tax in hotels in Greece is cash and belongs to the guest.

Flights

Flights not included.

Insurance

Not included, yet highly recommended.

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Day 1 Arrival In Sofia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Sofia

Arrive in Sofia self-transfer to the hotel, concluding the day with a hotel check-in, free time, and enjoy the Sofia nightlife, Later in the evening, a welcome meeting at your hotel with your Guide will provide you with information about the upcoming journey.
Day 2 Sofia To Skopje
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sofia To Skopje

After a hearty breakfast, we’ll begin our adventure to some of the city’s most remarkable landmarks, including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St. Sofia Basilica, the National Art Gallery Building, and the Presidential Palace.

Following the tour, we’ll hit the road for Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia.

Upon reaching Skopje, we’ll embark on a city tour to discover the rich history and culture of this city. Our itinerary includes stops at Kale Fortress, Stone Bridge, Macedonia Square, Alexander the Great statue, and Mustafa Pasha Mosque.

Your day will conclude with an overnight stay at a Skopje hotel.
Day 3 Skopje To Tirana Via Matka Canyon, And Prizren
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Skopje To Tirana Via Matka Canyon, And Prizren

Breakfast will be served at the hotel before we head for Prizren. En route, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the stunning Matka Canyon, a natural gem in North Macedonia.

In Prizren, our city tour will take you to Prizren Castle, Mosque Sinanpasa, White Dream River, and Sadrwan Square.

You’ll also have time for shopping and savoring local cuisine at charming restaurants.

Afterward, we’ll continue our journey to the vibrant capital city of Albania, Tirana, and you’ll stay overnight at a hotel in Tirana.
Day 4 Tirana To Ohrid With St. Naum
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tirana To Ohrid With St. Naum

After breakfast start the day with a panoramic tour of Tirana, featuring notable landmarks such as Skanderbeg Square, Skanderbeg Statue, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the Clock Tower.

Next, we’ll make our way to the enchanting city of Ohrid, which is known for its rich history and beautiful scenery. The day offers an optional excursion to visit St. Naum, a picturesque and historic monastery located on the shores of Lake Ohrid. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who wish to explore this beautiful site.The day will conclude with an overnight stay at an Ohrid hotel.
Day 5 Ohrid To Bitola And Meteora (Kalabaka)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ohrid To Bitola And Meteora (Kalabaka)

Following breakfast, you’ll have free time to explore the charming Old Town of Ohrid and immerse yourself in its beauty and culture.

In the afternoon, we’ll set our course for Bitola, a city in Macedonia, where you’ll enjoy a guided city tour. Highlights include visits to the Ishak Bey Mosque, the New Mosque, and Shirok Street.

Time for shopping and a delightful lunch at local restaurants will also be on the agenda.

Our day will end in Kalambaka, where you’ll spend the night at a comfortable hotel.
Day 6 Meteora (Kalabaka) – Vergina To Thessaloniki
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Meteora (Kalabaka) – Vergina To Thessaloniki

Following breakfast at your hotel, travel to the nearby UNESCO-listed Meteora for a tour of the cliff-top monasteries. Visit impressive Byzantine Monasteries built on top of rock towers, providing breathtaking views over the plain. Connect with the Ajdinis Group and meet your personal Guide for an engaging journey, continuing to Vergina tomb of Philip II ( The Father of Alexander the Great), and conclude the day in Thessaloniki. Discover landmarks like the White Tower and the Arch of Galerius before retiring to a Thessaloniki hotel.
Day 7 Thessaloniki To Drama, Alistratis Cave & Local Winery
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thessaloniki To Drama, Alistratis Cave & Local Winery

Start your day with breakfast and a city tour in Drama, uncovering notable sites and enjoying a leisurely stroll in Parko Agias Varmaras. Indulge in free time for lunch and shopping in Drama before progressing to Kavala, where Western and Eastern influences converge seamlessly. We will continue to our optional tour with those passengers who will choose to come to explore Alistratis Cave and a local winery before spending the night in the impressive city of Kavala.
Day 8 Kavala To Sofia - End Of The Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kavala To Sofia - End Of The Tour

Before starting our way to Sofia we will visit the town center of Kavala sightseeing at the old Castle, Imaret - One of the most impressive architectural monuments of the Ottoman period the Aqueduct, port of Kavala then we will continue our way to the capital of Bulgaria, Sofia.

8 days tour

5 Balkan Countries

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Itinerary of your trip 5 Balkan Countries

Arrival In Sofia

Sofia To Skopje

Skopje To Tirana Via Matka Canyon, And Prizren

Tirana To Ohrid With St. Naum

Ohrid To Bitola And Meteora (Kalabaka)

Meteora (Kalabaka) – Vergina To Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki To Drama, Alistratis Cave & Local Winery

Kavala To Sofia - End Of The Tour

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