Kosovo Grand Balkan Tour with AJet Including Extra Tours and Dinner SJJ-SJJ
Tour details
Day 1: Istanbul – Sarajevo – Mostar – Blagaj – Poçitel - Medugorje
After our ticket, baggage, and boarding procedures at Sabiha Gökçen Airport’s International Departures Terminal, we depart for Sarajevo at 13:25 on AJet Airlines flight VF97. After a flight lasting approximately 1.5 hours, we arrive in Sarajevo at 14:20 local time and, after entry procedures, our first stop is Mostar, famous for its historical and cultural richness. Here, we will see the Mostar Bridge, built in 1557 by Mimar Hayreddin and 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 Türkiye. After discovering Mostar’s enchanting atmosphere, we will visit the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque. Then we depart for Blagaj. Blagaj was established at the source of the Buna River, Europe’s strongest water spring. After a short free time here, we continue to Počitelj. By visiting Počitelj, preserved with its historical texture and known as the Turkish Village, we will see works made by the Ottomans in the 16th century. Finally, we head to Medugorje. Medugorje is a peaceful place, famous for its religious visitors. After arriving at our hotel, we retreat to our rooms to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Mostar Tour INCLUDED! | Blagaj Tour INCLUDED! | Poçitel Tour INCLUDED!
Sarajevo - Mostar: 130 km | Mostar - Blagaj: 12 km | Blagaj - Počitelj: 30 km | Počitelj - Medugorje: 20 km
Total distance to be covered: 192 km
Day 2: Medugorje – Kotor – Budva – Sv. Stefan – Shkodra
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and set off for the enchanting Kotor. During the journey, you will enjoy magnificent views. When we arrive in Kotor, on our walking tour in this medieval town famous for its fjords in the Balkans, you will feel the historical atmosphere of the narrow streets and the old town and discover the heart of Kotor. With its unique architecture and sea view, this small town will take you on a journey through time. Next, our stop is Budva, one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Balkans! After our panoramic city tour, we head to Sv. Stefan, famous for its rich history and breathtaking scenery. We will admire the magnificent view of this islet from above. This area, postcard-perfect at every corner, is an ideal spot for photography. After all these discoveries, we continue to the beautiful city of Shkodra in Albania. After dinner at our hotel, we retreat to our rooms to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Kotor Tour INCLUDED! | Budva Tour INCLUDED!
Međugorje - 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 3: Shkodra – Tirana – Ohrid
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and set off for Tirana, the capital of Albania. An impressive tour awaits us in this beautiful city, rich in history and culture, where we will discover Tirana, regarded as the center of Bektashism in Europe. Upon our arrival in Tirana, we visit the Et'hem Bey Mosque, one of the city’s most important landmarks. Begun in 1789 and completed in 1923, this structure is one of Albania’s cultural heritages. We take a short break at Skanderbeg Square and see the Skanderbeg Statue proudly standing in the middle of the square. The Clock Tower, a symbol of Tirana built by Et'hem Bey in 1821, is another highlight of our tour. During this tour, Tirana’s modern face and historical past come together to create unforgettable memories. After free time, we travel on to Ohrid. Breathtaking landscapes will accompany us along the way. Upon arrival in Ohrid, we will take a tour introducing the historic city of Ohrid, which was one of the Ottoman Empire’s important bases in the Balkans. Among the places we will see during our tour are the Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius, 9th-century Byzantine monks believed to have developed the Cyrillic alphabet, and important structures such as the Church of Hagia Sophia. In addition, we will have the opportunity to stroll through Çınar Square, the heart of the city, and visit the Turkish Bazaar dating back to the old Ottoman period. Here you can visit the Halveti Tekke and feel the city’s cultural texture up close. Then, by exploring the New Bazaar and Ohrid Market, you will witness the daily life of the local people. Finally, Ohrid’s famous lake and its enchanting view will accompany our tour. After the tour, free time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight and dinner at our hotel. After dinner, you can enjoy Ohrid’s enchanting atmosphere in the silence of the night, take a short walk along the lakeshore, or retreat to your room and rest.
Tirana Tour INCLUDED!
Shkodra – Tirana: 100 km | Tirana – Ohrid : 135 km
Total distance to be covered: 235 km
Day 4: Ohrid – Resen – Bitola – Skopje
After breakfast, we depart for our Resen and Bitola tour, famous for its magnificent nature and historical richness. Our first stop is Resen, where we will make a panoramic viewing of the Palace of Resenli Niyazi Bey, an important figure who left his mark on Balkan history. Resen offers a fascinating atmosphere with both its nature and its Ottoman traces. After a short break here, we set off for Bitola, once one of the most important cultural and trade centers of the Ottoman Empire. Upon arrival in Bitola, we visit the Military High School where the Great Leader Atatürk studied and the Atatürk Museum from the outside. In this magical city, we will also discover historical Ottoman-era works such as the Turkish Bazaar, the Bedesten, the Ishak Pasha Mosque, and the New Mosque. As you feel the historical texture of Bitola, you will have the chance to enjoy a pleasant walk through the city’s nostalgic streets. After our visit, we continue toward Skopje amid lush green mountains. Macedonian landscapes will accompany us along the way. Upon arrival in Skopje, our first stop is the Mustafa Pasha Mosque, one of the city’s largest and most magnificent mosques, built in 1492. Then we visit the Murat Pasha Mosque, built in the 15th century. This mosque stands out especially for its Ottoman-era decorations and architecture. As our tour continues, we will see Kapan Han and Sulu Han in the heart of Skopje. These structures, beautiful examples of Ottoman inns, were once important centers where merchants stayed and traded. Afterwards, we visit the Stone Bridge, which has become the symbol of Skopje. Built in the 15th century, this bridge connects the two banks of the Vardar River. Walking across the Stone Bridge, we will continue our tour by seeing the Turkish and Jewish neighborhoods along the Vardar River. During our walk by the river, we pass through Macedonia Square. This square is Skopje’s largest and most central point and is surrounded by modern buildings. Here, we will encounter the statue of Alexander the Great and other monuments. Then, we view the Ottoman Bridge from the outside, dating from the 15th century, and visit the Davut Pasha Bath to once again feel the splendor of the Ottoman period. We continue exploring Skopje by walking toward the Turkish Bazaar. Before reaching the bazaar, we see the Clock Tower, built in the 16th century and one of Skopje’s symbolic structures. Here, we will visit Sultan Murat Mosque and Isa Bey Mosque, among the early mosques of the Ottoman Empire. The mosques are an important part of the city’s Islamic heritage and stand out with their architecture. Finally, we provide free time in the Turkish Bazaar. In this bazaar, you can find many products ranging from traditional handicrafts to souvenirs. After your pleasant time in the bazaar, transfer to Restaurant Gardenia for the Balkan Night. Afterwards, transfer to our hotel and then retreat to our rooms. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Dinner: An unforgettable dinner awaits you accompanied by traditional Balkan music and local dance performances. While experiencing Skopje’s fun and cultural side with this special Balkan night, you will be hosted at Restaurant Gardenia, one of the region’s most distinguished venues. With the best music and folklore of the Balkans performed live, and with performances by our artists, all conservatory students and teachers, without playback, we will turn this night into an authentic experience. We will be pleased to host you at our own establishment, Restaurant Gardenia Skopje. Thank you for your understanding. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Resen Tour INCLUDED! | Bitola Tour INCLUDED! | Balkan Night INCLUDED!
Ohrid – Resen: 34 km | Resen – Bitola: 31 km | Bitola – Skopje: 70 km
Total distance to be covered: 134 km
Day 5: Skopje – Pristina – Prizren – Skopje
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and set off for Pristina, the capital of Kosovo. After our journey, upon arrival in Pristina, we begin our panoramic city tour where we will discover the modern and historical sides of Kosovo. During our tour, we will also visit many valuable Ottoman-era structures. We will see the Fatih Sultan Mehmed Mosque and the 18th-century Yashar Pasha Mosque. During this tour through the city’s historical heritage, we will have the opportunity to commemorate an important historical event and its place in Ottoman history by visiting the Tomb of Ottoman Sultan Murad I Hüdavendigar, who was killed on the Kosovo Plain as a result of the 1389 Battle of Kosovo. After our tour in Pristina, we head to Prizren, known as Kosovo’s cultural capital. Upon arrival, we begin exploring Prizren’s narrow streets, whose architecture recalls Anatolian Ottoman cities and whose shop signs are filled with Turkish inscriptions. In the city, we will visit the Sinan Pasha Mosque, one of the most important works of Ottoman architecture. In addition, the Halveti Tekke, the Bayrakli Mosque, and the Mehmed Pasha Bath are among the other important Ottoman works to be seen. After the free time we will spend in Prizren, we begin our return journey to Skopje in the evening. Upon arrival, we are transferred to our hotel and after dinner we retreat to our rooms. Overnight at our hotel in Skopje.
Pristina Tour INCLUDED! | Prizren Tour INCLUDED!
Skopje – Pristina: 90 km | Pristina – Prizren: 85 km | Prizren – Skopje: 165 km
Total distance to be covered: 340 km
Day 6: Skopje – Belgrade
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and begin a pleasant journey to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. Belgrade, one of the most important cultural and strategic centers of the Balkans throughout history, continues to stand out today with its vibrancy, dynamism, and historical texture. In this fascinating city, we will have the opportunity to discover the intersection of Ottoman and European cultures. After our arrival in Belgrade, a panoramic city tour begins, during which we will discover the city’s full splendor. Here, you can feel the historical atmosphere and discover the fabric that brings together Belgrade’s past and present. Then we go to one of the city’s most impressive points, where the Sava River meets the Danube River. In this unique view, discovering this region, which has been the focus of many conquests and victories throughout history, will be a great pleasure. As we continue exploring this ancient city, where Fatih Sultan Mehmed was wounded for its sake but whose conquest was achieved by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, you will encounter Belgrade Fortress, which was used as a supply center for the Ottoman navy. While tracing history in this fortress, we will see important points such as the Fortress Square and Stone Square. During our tour, we will visit the Tomb of Martyr Ali Pasha, one of the important figures of the Ottoman period. During these visits, you will deeply discover Belgrade’s rich history and learn about the cultural heritage left from the Ottoman period. At the end of our tour, we leave behind the city’s history and lively atmosphere and head to our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.
Skopje – Belgrade : 430 km
Day 7: Belgrade – Sarajevo
After breakfast, we head to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Upon arrival, it has gone down in history as a city that was the cultural capital of the Balkans for centuries and the place where World War I broke out after the assassination of Austrian-Hungarian Crown Prince Archduke Franz Ferdinand by Serbs in 1914. In the 1992 war, it suffered major destruction due to the devastating wars between Serbs, Croats, and Bosniaks, but Sarajevo managed to preserve much of its beauty. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the famous Baščaršija, the historic Ottoman inn Morica Han, the Catholic Cathedral reflecting the city’s religious cosmopolitanism, the Synagogue, Gazi Husrev 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 formed during the city’s 40 years of Austro-Hungarian rule. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.
Belgrade - Sarajevo: 294 km
Day 8: Sarajevo - Istanbul
After breakfast, rooms are vacated and, after breakfast, free time until transfer time. Transfer to Sarajevo Airport. After boarding procedures, flight to Istanbul on AJet Airlines scheduled service VF98 at 15:35. End of our tour upon arrival at Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 18:30. We bid you farewell, hoping to see you on your next trip.
*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 under any circumstances. With this application, it is possible to cancel your reservation up to 9 days before the tour departure date. In the event of cancellation, while the full tour fee is refunded, the cancellation guarantee package fee and any additional service fees (visa, insurance, etc.) are not refunded.)
**The stated cancellation guarantee package is not valid for group reservations.**
**A limited number of places are available for each tour.**
Positive Aspects of the Tour
• Comprehensive Visits: A broad travel program covering important cities and tourist spots in the Balkans is offered. Many major cities such as Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar, Kotor, Ohrid, and Skopje are visited.
• Ottoman History: Important structures and cultural heritages from the Ottoman period are visited, offering an enjoyable experience for history enthusiasts.
• Religious and Cultural Richness: Structures belonging to different religions (mosques, churches, synagogues) are visited, allowing the region’s cultural diversity to be explored.
• Natural Beauty: Magnificent natural beauties such as the Kotor fjords and Lake Ohrid are experienced throughout the tour.
• Visa-Free Travel: Includes destinations that do not require a visa, reducing extra paperwork and costs.
• Professional Guidance: With a guide, you have the opportunity to learn detailed information about cities and historical sites.
• Local Cuisine Experience: Participants enjoy a gastronomic experience with dinners full of traditional Bosnian dishes, Balkan cuisine, and local flavors.
• All Tours Included: All excursions and extra tours in the program are included in the tour price, so participants can visit all important points without paying extra.
• Dinner Included: Dinner is included in the program every day, preventing participants from incurring extra expenses while tasting local flavors.
• No Need to Spend: The tour is ideal for guests who do not want to spend money. Aside from lunch, and if they wish, tips and souvenirs for their loved ones, there is no extra money out of your pocket.
Situations to Consider
• Intensive Program: Traveling to a different city every day makes the tour extremely rich and full. However, this fast pace may be tiring for those who want to explore more.
• Long Journeys: Intercity distances (for example, between Skopje and Belgrade) are covered with beautiful views throughout the tour, but there may be days with long hours on the bus. Nevertheless, comfortable travel is ensured with breaks along the way.
• Limited Free Time: Since the tour program is comprehensive, free time may be limited. However, the opportunity is provided to visit all important points with a guide.
• Seasonal Weather Conditions: Weather conditions in the Balkans may be variable during some periods. Therefore, it is possible to make this comfortable by choosing appropriate clothing.
• Accommodation and Service Quality: Although the hotels in the tour are carefully selected from options reflecting the region’s character and local culture, hotels in some small towns may not offer as many facilities as luxury hotels in Türkiye. However, comfort and cleanliness are prioritized in these hotels.
• Food and Cuisine Experience: Throughout the tour, you are offered the chance to try the region’s unique local flavors. Balkan cuisine is full of rich and delicious dishes, but some flavors may be unfamiliar to some participants. This is a great opportunity to get to know the local culture and cuisine closely, but it may be helpful to keep in mind that you may encounter different tastes.
City Hotel Breakfast Dinner
Skopje 4* Vlaho etc. Hotel Restaurant Gardenia
Skopje 4* Vlaho etc. Hotel Hotel
Belgrade 4* Nobel etc. Hotel Hotel
Sarajevo 4* Holiday etc. Hotel Hotel
Medugorje 4* Sole etc. Hotel Hotel
Shkodra 4* Holiday Koplik etc. Hotel Hotel
Ohrid 4* Beograd etc. Hotel Hotel
With Ajet Airlines
Departure Place Arrival Place Departure Time Arrival Time
Istanbul Sarajevo 13:25 14:20
Sarajevo Istanbul 15:35 18:30
What's included
Included Services:
• Round trip flight tickets with AJet Airlines from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Sarajevo and back
• Total of 7 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel category: 2 nights in Skopje, 1 night in Shkodra, 1 night in Medjugorje, 1 night in Sarajevo, 1 night in Belgrade, and 1 night in Ohrid
• Breakfasts
• Dinner at the hotel
• Balkan Night decorated with dinner, entertainment, and folklore shows
• All transfers as specified in the program
• City tours specified in the program
• Tirana tour
• Blagaj Extra Tour
• Resen Tour
• Bitola Tour
• Pristina Tour
• Prizren Tour
• Počitelj Extra Tour
• Mostar Tour
• Budva Tour
• Kotor Tour
• Professional Turkish guiding services
• Mandatory Insurance (Professional Liability)
Not included
Services Not Included:
• International Departure Tax Stamp
• Travel Insurance
• Lunches
• All hotel extras and personal expenses
• City and Hotel taxes: (Includes city tax, checkpoint fees, local service charges, handling fees, bus entrance fees, and operational service costs, which totals a mandatory payment of 20 Euros per person, to be collected in cash by the guide on the first day of the tour)
Need to Know
GENERAL TERMS
1- General Terms are an integral part of the tour program and cannot be considered independently from the tour program.
2- In case of insufficient participation for the trip; the Agency can cancel the tour up to 21 days before the departure date. In such a case, the cancellation information will be communicated to the guest. The full amount of the tour price will be refunded to the guest. For additional services purchased outside the tour; domestic flight connections purchased from the Agency will also be refunded to the guest, but services such as visa services and travel health insurance, for which a visa application has been made on behalf of the guest, will not be refunded as these services are considered used. If the guest has obtained the domestic flight connection from a different provider independent of the Agency, in the event the tour is canceled by the Agency, the guest cannot claim any refund from the Agency. The guest accepts in advance that they waive any material and moral losses that may arise from the cancellation of the tour at the time of purchasing the tour, and the Agency cannot be held responsible.
3- In case of insufficient participation for the trip, the Agency has the right to show goodwill by not canceling the tour. In this case, since the tour will be provided individually for the guest, the guided service included in the package will only cover the round-trip transfer to the airport.
Cancellation and Changes
4- In our tours, transportation tickets are arranged at the time of booking. Cancellations made more than 30 days before the tour departure date will incur penalties for flight ticket costs for which there is no right to cancellation, change, or refund.
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 air tickets that have been paid for and/or committed to by the airline. In the case of less than 31 days remaining until the start of the trip, the guest can cancel by paying a penalty equal to 50% of the remaining tour price for the flight ticket. In case of cancellation 15 days or less before the start of the trip, the guest can cancel by paying the full tour price as a penalty. In case of a cancellation request, the refund conditions for additional services such as domestic flight connections, visa services, and travel health insurance may vary depending on the cancellation request period, so it is necessary to inquire about the refund information in advance. The Agency cannot make any commitments regarding the refund of additional services.
Guided 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, as well as weather conditions. Different guides may accompany our guests during the tours.
7- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized primarily for the general introduction of the cities and consist of up to 2-3 hours of panoramic tours conducted from within the vehicle without including the entrance to museums and historical sites. If the panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, cannot take place due to local authorities not allowing visits due to closures or closed roads because of any event at the designated date and time, or if it becomes impossible to conduct due to weather conditions, the Agency is not responsible for the cancellation of those tours. Some tours may be conducted using public transport or on foot if access is not permitted due to closed roads or vehicle restrictions.
8- Our guide may change the days of the city tour and/or additional tours based on participant numbers, the closure status of museums and historical sites while adhering to the content of our tours. This is also applicable in case of any changes to flight times.
9- Important considerations for the tours conducted via Speed Boats include: avoiding heavy meals right before boarding and excessive water intake. Guests with complaints related to the stomach, back, neck, or pregnant guests should inform their guides about their conditions.
10- There is no refund for services included in the prices if the guest does not participate in specified tour or meal services.
About Flights
11- The Agency acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger, and in case of any disputes, the relevant provisions of Turkish legislation along with the Hague Protocol and the Warsaw Convention will apply.
12- There may be delays or changes in flight times for scheduled and charter flights. The Agency is obliged to inform about these changes as soon as possible. The passenger accepts the risk of changes/cancellations in flight times by purchasing the trip.
13- Children aged 0-2 only pay the airport tax fee.
14- According to airline regulations; if the outbound flight of round-trip airline tickets is not used, the return flight will be canceled by the airline.
15- The check-in and boarding procedures for participants in airplane tours are personal tasks that must be carried out by the guests at the airports before the flight, at the relevant airline desks, or online through the airline's websites.
16- Last-minute delays and gate changes for flights are announced verbally at airports and displayed on information boards. Guests must follow this information themselves.
17- The Agency is not responsible for passengers who are not present at the specified airports at the announced times, do not complete check-in and boarding on time, or check-in and boarding on time but do not board the plane. All expenses related to obtaining new tickets for missed flights and necessary transfers in the destination area are the responsibility of the passengers.
18- The general luggage weight for flights departing from Turkey is 20 kg. This weight may vary according to the airline and the destination country. If there are domestic flights in the destination country, this luggage weight may drop to 15 kg. The rules for excess luggage weight/pricing are determined by the airlines, and the Agency is not responsible.
19- Guests wishing to upgrade their airline tickets (to business or first class) with their miles can perform the upgrade transactions depending on the availability of the airline after the tickets are issued. There is no guarantee of mileage for each flight. Please check whether the program's tickets are in an upgradeable class.
20- Some airlines may charge extra fees for food and online check-in services.
Other Matters
21- The Agency will not accept responsibility for any changes or cancellation actions made directly by the guest by contacting the hotel. In this case, the Agency's cancellation conditions will apply.
22- If hotels are only indicated by category information and/or offered with alternatives for the same destination in the tour program, the Agency will inform the guest 48 hours before the departure of the trip.
23- During special periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, and sports tournaments, hotels may be used farther away than the specified locations or kilometers. In such cases, the Agency will provide information 15 days before the departure date.
24- When registering for the purchased tour; the guest must correctly enter the name, birth date, and passport number as stated in the passport into the system. Airline tickets are issued based on this information. The penalty fees for any cancellations or changes due to incorrect information will be charged to the guests.
25- To use your mobile phones abroad, please check before leaving Turkey whether your phone is open for international use by contacting the company your line belongs to.
26- For accommodation, the check-in time at the hotel is 3:00 PM, and the check-out time is 12:00 PM.
27- Requests regarding the room (such as high floor, proximity to common areas, smoking/non-smoking, bed type) are communicated to the hotel by the Agency. Care is taken for the reserved rooms to be in accordance with the guests' preferences based on the hotel's availability. The fulfillment of these requests depends on the availability at the time of check-in at the hotel and cannot be guaranteed by the Agency.
28- The breakfast offered in hotels differs from the rich breakfast traditionally served in the Turkish cuisine. It is generally served as a continental breakfast with limited options consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate room designated for groups.
29- In some cases, there may be a double bed instead of a twin room. Most European hotels offer twin rooms that can be combined when necessary.
30- The child and extra bed policy may vary according to each hotel and room types.
31- All extra beds and baby cribs are provided upon request and according to the hotel's availability, and must be approved by the hotel.
32- The capacity for additional beds or baby cribs in the room is 1 unit (maximum).
33- In triple rooms, there is a provision for an additional bed, which is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 additional bed. Additional beds may consist of foldable/convertible beds known as coach beds. Our guests acknowledge the potential cramped condition and bed types due to the additional beds added to standard rooms in triple room and/or child-inclusive reservations.
34- In hotel reservations, if the number of children to stay with adults and their ages are incorrectly stated by our guests, the respective hotels may charge additional fees. In such cases, the responsibility lies with the guest who made the incorrect declaration. The hotel may request identification for age verification of children.
35- In reservations for 2 adults + 1 child, there may not be a separate bed for the child. Child prices are applicable only when the child is accommodated with two adults. Child discounts are only valid for one “single child” in the age group that matches with the staying two adults.
36- The daily exchange rate is reflected in the TL prices. The rates on the payment date are applicable. Your additional requests and any extra services (minibar, ironing, etc.) required at the hotel are subject to extra charges by the hotel. These expenses are not included in the purchase price and are to be paid directly to the hotel during your stay.
37- Some countries may have different applications regarding city, tourism, or local taxes. Any city, tourism, or other taxes applied in this way are collected from the guest by the hotel upon entry or exit.
38- The travel distances indicated in the programs are based on maps. Travel times may extend due to factors such as traffic conditions, weather conditions, geographical location of the visited country, road works, and other conditions.
39- The Agency reserves the right to change the order of cities in the program and the main airline to be flown, without altering the content of the program, in case of mandatory situations or when deemed necessary.
40- The personal belongings, bags, suitcases, passports/identifications of participants in the tour are under their own responsibility, and the Agency is not liable for lost/forgotten/stolen items. Any costs incurred in returning forgotten items to the country and/or the person are borne by the owner of the item.
41- Participants in the tour are required to carry their travel health insurance policies and any necessary medications and reports if they have any health issues.
42- For possible extra expenses, hotels may require a photo ID/passport issued by official institutions and a credit card or cash deposit upon check-in. The deposit requested at check-out is a process between the hotel and the guest, to which the Agency has no intervention.
Visa and Passport
1- Guests are required to have their passports valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
2- During customs clearance/border crossings, to have an entry-exit stamp on your passport, there must be at least 2 blank pages available in your passport.
3- Being exempt from a visa for the countries in this tour and having a visa does not guarantee entry or exit to/from the country; the passport police have the authority to deny you entry or exit, and the Agency is not responsible for this; the responsibility lies with the traveler.
4- Non-Turkish citizens or those with dual citizenship who will participate in the tour using their other passport must consult the relevant consulates directly regarding the visa procedures of the country they will travel; otherwise, the Agency will not be responsible for any resulting issues.
5- To avoid problems with customs at the entry border of the visited country due to ripped, worn, wet, and/or similarly damaged passports, it is necessary to renew these passports. Otherwise, the responsibility lies with the traveler.
6- Guests under the age of 18 traveling alone or with only one parent may be asked by the border police for a document showing the joint consent of both parents; therefore, it is advisable for guests under 18 and their parents to be sensitive to this issue.