Balkan Ring A Circular Adventure from Tirana

Balkan Ring A Circular Adventure from Tirana

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Explore Greece and Balkans in 8 days: Athens, Delphi, Meteora, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Sofia, Istanbul.

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Visiting the stunning historical places.
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Description

Day 1: Arrival in Tirana Arrive to Tirana self transfer to your reserved hotel, concluding the day with a hotel check-in, free time and enjoy the Tirana city, Later in the evening, welcome meeting at your hotel with your Guide, he will provide you with information about the upcoming journey. Day 2: Tirana to Ohrid with St. Naum (Optional) Breakfast,visiting Skanderbeg Statue, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the Clock Tower. Next, we'll make our way to the enchanting city of Ohrid.The day offers an optional excursion to visit St. Naum. overnight stay in hotel. Day 3: Ohrid to Bitola and Meteora After 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 road to Bitola, where you'll enjoy a guided city tour. Highlights include visits to the Ishak Bey Mosque, the New Mosque, and Shırok 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 and your comfortable hotel. Day 4: Meteora – Vergina to Thessaloniki - (Connect with Ajdinis Group) Following breakfast at your hotel, travel to the nearby UNESCO-listed Meteora for a tour of the cliff-top monasteries.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 5 Thessaloniki to Drama, Alistratis Cave & Local Winery (optional), Kavala Breakfast,Our tour will encompass notable sites such as the Monument for Drama and the Church of St. Panteleimon. You'll also enjoy a peaceful stroll in Parko Agias Varmaras. Free time,overnight stay in Kavala hotel. Day 6: Kavala to Sofia After enjoying breakfast, proceed to Sofia, we compensate for this transfer day by check-in at the confortable hotel, and we end it with free time and overnight stay. Day 7: Sofia to Skopje Breakfast, tour including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St. Sofia Basilica, the National Art Gallery Building, and the Presidential Palace. Road to Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. Our itinerary includes stops at Kale Fortress, Stone Bridge, Macedonia Square, Alexander the Great statue, and Mustafa Pasha Mosque. overnight stay at a Skopje hotel. Day 8: Skopje to Tirana via Matka Canyon (Optional Tour) and Prizren Breakfast. En route, immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Matka Canyon (optional) a natural gem in North Macedonia before to go to Prizren. In Prizren,visiting Prizren Castle, Mosque Sinanpasa, White Dream River, and Sadrwan Square.Free time for shopping and indulge in local cuisine at charming restaurants. Then we will move to our way to lively capital of Albania which is the culmination of the tour and we end our journey here.

Includes

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. Professional Guide: Half-day guided tour of Athens City and the Acropolis Museum, covering iconic landmarks and historical sites with local guide. One day guided tour from Athens to Delphi and Meteora. Professional and knowledgeable guides accompanying the group throughout the journey. Daily breakfast provided at the hotels. Transportation: Seamless and comfortable transportation from Athens International Airport to the hotel upon arrival. 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.