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.

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.

Meals

Daily breakfast provided at the hotels.

Transport

Transportation: Luxurious bus journey for the specified routes, ensuring a pleasant travel experience. Coordination with the Ajdinis Group for specific parts of the journey, enhancing the overall experience. 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.

Guide

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

Flights

Flights included. Day 7: Sofia to Istanbul Day 9: Istanbul to Cappadocia Day 10: Cappadocia to Istanbul

Not included:

Optional

Enhance your experience with optional excursions, such as St. Naum in Ohrid 30eu, Alistratis Cave, a local winery visit in Kavala 75eu, and Hot Air Balloon Ride early in the morning at 05:30 am in Cappadocia. 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.

Insurance

Not included, yet highly recommended.

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Day 1 Dubrovnik-Kotor-Tirana Transfer
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Dubrovnik-Kotor-Tirana Transfer

Embark on a scenic solo journey from Dubrovnik to Tirana with self guidence with our assistance, stopping in Kotor along the way. Explore the historic city of Kotor with our local guide at Kotor, visiting landmarks such as Triphun Cathedral, the archive museum, and the Wall of Shame. Enjoy free time in Kotor before continuing your journey to Tirana. Check in at the hotel in Tirana, and in the evening meeting with Ajdinis Guide, attend a welcome meeting with your guide to receive information about the upcoming itinerary.
Day 2 Tirana To Ohrid With St. Naum
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tirana To Ohrid With St. Naum

Start the day with a panoramic tour of Tirana, visiting landmarks like Skanderbeg Square, Skanderbeg Statue, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the Clock Tower. Proceed to the enchanting city of Ohrid, known for its rich history and beautiful scenery. Opt for an optional excursion to St. Naum, a picturesque and historic monastery on the shores of Lake Ohrid. Conclude the day with an overnight stay at an Ohrid hotel.
Day 3 Ohrid To Bitola And Meteora (Kalabaka)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ohrid To Bitola And Meteora (Kalabaka)

After breakfast, explore the charming Old Town of Ohrid at your own pace. In the afternoon, travel to Bitola, Macedonia, for a guided city tour, including visits to the Ishak Bey Mosque, the New Mosque, and Shırok Street. Enjoy shopping and a delightful lunch at local restaurants before ending the day in Kalambaka, where you’ll spend the night at a comfortable hotel.
Day 4 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 two different impressive Byzantine Monasteries built on top of rock towers, providing breathtaking views over the plain, 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 5 Thessaloniki To Drama, Alistratis Cave & Local Winery, Kavala
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thessaloniki To Drama, Alistratis Cave & Local Winery, Kavala

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 6 Kavala To Sofia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kavala To Sofia

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. Check-in overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 Sofia To Istanbul (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sofia To Istanbul (By Flight)

Start your day with breakfast, then transfer to the airport for a flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and enjoy free time. Detailed information about this part of your trip will be provided in the afternoon.
Day 8 İstanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

İstanbul

After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Istanbul’s highlights, including Hagia Sophia, Sultan Ahmet Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, and the Bosphorus. Enjoy the historical city and Istanbul’s nightlife.
Day 9 Istanbul - Cappadocia (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Istanbul - Cappadocia (By Flight)

Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Istanbul airport. Flight to Kayseri, followed by a meeting at the airport and transfer to Cappadocia (North of Cappadocia). Explore the Cappadocia, including Devrent, Zelve, Monk Valley, Goreme open-air museum, Pigeon Valley, and Uchisar Castle. After the tour, transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay at a cave hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 10 Cappadocia - Istanbul (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cappadocia - Istanbul (By Flight)

Optional a Hot Air Balloon Ride: We can arrange a Hot Air Balloon Tour early in the morning. After breakfast and hotel check-out, embark on the second day tour of Cappadocia, including Kizilcukur, Cavusin Village, Derinkuyu Underground City, Ortahisar, and Catalkaya. After the tour, transfer to Kayseri airport for the flight back to Istanbul, arriving at 20:50. Transfer to your own booked hotel or the airport. End of services.

10 days tour

A Luxe Expedition From Dubrovnik To Istanbul & Cappadocia

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Itinerary of your trip A Luxe Expedition From Dubrovnik To Istanbul & Cappadocia

Dubrovnik-Kotor-Tirana Transfer

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

Kavala To Sofia

Sofia To Istanbul (By Flight)

İstanbul

Istanbul - Cappadocia (By Flight)

Cappadocia - Istanbul (By Flight)

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