MEGA BALKANS from US$4,285

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You'll discover monasteries steeped in tradition that hold centuries of wisdom, crystal-clear lakes surrounded by mountains, coastlines lapped by the Adriatic Sea, and medieval villages that seem frozen in time. Each destination will offer you authentic experiences: from the devotion of world-renowned shrines to the vibrant energy of modern capitals that combine culture, art, and nightlife.

Immerse yourself in Ottoman and Byzantine architecture, in fortresses steeped in legend, in charming cobblestone streets, and in landscapes that range from the mystical to the breathtaking. A journey full of contrasts where the sacred and the contemporary, the natural and the historical, the spiritual and the adventurous, come together.

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13Nights

8Destinations

13Planned accommodations

2Transports

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Trip summary

2 Adults

Nights 13

This idea includes

Destinations 8

Transports 2

Accommodations 13

DAY 01 PANAMA - SOFIA

Arrive at Panama City International Airport 3 hours early to board transatlantic flight TK-904 at 9:45 p.m. to Sofia. Overnight on board.

DAY 02 SOFIA

Arrival at Sofia airport. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Free time. Accommodation.

DAY 03 SOFIA CITY TOUR

Breakfast. We begin our tour of Sofia, the capital and largest city of Bulgaria. It is one of the oldest cities in the world and can be divided into three historical levels. At the current level, we will visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the central square, the buildings of the National Gallery, the National Theater, and the Banya Bashi Mosque. We will also explore the second level, where the Roman and medieval ruins are located. Free time. Accommodation.

DAY 04 SOFIA

Breakfast. Free day for personal activities or optional excursion. Accommodation.

DAY 05 SOFIA – RILA MONASTERY – THESSALONIKI

Breakfast. We will travel to Thessaloniki, making a stop at the Rila Monastery, the largest and most famous in Bulgaria and the Balkans. Founded in the 10th century, it is considered a masterpiece of the Bulgarian National Revival and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. Visit included (museum entrance not included). Continue to Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece. Upon arrival, panoramic tour: White Tower, Aristotelous Square, Roman Forum, Rotunda, and Arch of Galerius. Accommodation.

DAY 06 THESSALONIKI

Breakfast. Free day for personal activities or optional excursion. Accommodation.

DAY 07 THESSALONIKI – SKOPJE

Breakfast. Departure to Skopje, capital of North Macedonia. Panoramic tour: Gate and Square of Macedonia, sculpture of Alexander the Great, Stone Bridge, Archaeological Museum, Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Mother Teresa Memorial House, Turkish Bazaar, and Fortress. Accommodation.

DAY 08 SKOPJE

Breakfast. Free day for personal activities or optional excursion. Accommodation.

DAY 09 SKOPJE – OHRID

Breakfast. Departure to Ohrid, a city on the shores of the homonymous lake, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Visit to the old town: Lower Gate, Ancient Theater, Church of St. Sophia, Fortress, and Ali Pasha Mosque. Accommodation.

DAY 10 OHRID – TIRANA – PODGORICA

Breakfast. Departure to Tirana, capital of Albania. Tour of its main monuments: Skanderbeg Square, Tirana Pyramid, Et'hem Bey Mosque, and Clock Tower. Continue to Podgorica or Sutomore. Accommodation.

DAY 11 PODGORICA – KOTOR – DUBROVNIK – MEDJUGORJE

Breakfast. Departure to Kotor (Montenegro). Tour of its medieval old town: North Gate, Cathedral of St. Tryphon, and Square of the Arms. Then, visit to Dubrovnik (Croatia), UNESCO World Heritage Site: city walls, Orlando’s Column, City Tower, Rector’s Palace, Church of St. Blaise, and Franciscan Monastery (entrance not included). Continue to Medjugorje, an important pilgrimage center in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Visit to the Hill of Apparitions and the Church of the Queen of Peace. Accommodation.

DAY 12 MEDJUGORJE

Breakfast. Free day for personal activities or optional excursion. Accommodation.

DAY 13 MEDJUGORJE – MOSTAR – SARAJEVO

Breakfast. Departure to Mostar. Visit to the old town and the famous Old Bridge (Stari Most), symbol of the city. We will also see the Koski Mehmet Pasha Mosque and the old bazaar. Then, continue to Sarajevo, where we will tour the old town: Turkish Bazaar, Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque, Latin Bridge, Sarajevo Cathedral. Accommodation.

DAY 14 SARAJEVO – BELGRADE

Breakfast. Departure to Belgrade, capital of Serbia. Tour of the old town: Knez Mihailova Street, University of Belgrade, National Theater, Orthodox Cathedral, Kalemegdan Park, and the fortress with views of the Sava and Danube rivers. Accommodation.

DAY 15 BELGRADE – PANAMA

Breakfast. At the indicated time, transfer to Belgrade airport to take flight TK-1082 to Panama.

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Guide languages

Spanish

Itinerary

Day 1: Sofia

Day 2: Sofia

Day 3: Sofia

Day 4: Sofia, Thessaloniki (Province)

Day 5: Thessaloniki (Province)

Day 6: Thessaloniki (Province), Skopje

Day 7: Skopje

Day 8: Skopje, Ohrid

Day 9: Ohrid, Podgorica

Day 10: Podgorica, Medjugorje

Day 11: Medjugorje

Day 12: Medjugorje, Sarajevo

Day 13: Sarajevo, Belgrade

Day 14: Belgrade

Included

Airfare Panama-Istanbul-Sofia/Belgrade-Istanbul-Panama with Turkish Airlines in economy class - group promotion.
Air and program taxes (subject to change without notice). In the event of an increase in airfare rates and taxes, which is the policy of the airline, and/or hotel taxes, fees, or government contributions, even if partial or full payment is made, this difference must be borne by the passenger for the provision of the service.
13 nights of accommodation in the indicated category
Breakfasts as per itinerary
Visits as per itinerary
Professional Spanish-speaking guide
Transfers as indicated
Transportation by tourist coach
Electronic documents with QR codes (a socially responsible company)
Medical assistance card for those up to age 70 with USD 40,000 coverage for illness or accident (people aged 71 to 84 and 85 and older must pay a supplement for medical assistance and cannot purchase the cancellation upgrade. Consult your advisor)

Excluded

Personal expenses.
No unspecified services.
Optional excursions.
Hotel surcharges for early check-in or late check-out.
Meals, personal expenses.
Air taxes per person.
€65 for tips for accompanying guides and drivers, and municipal taxes, payable at destination.
Seat assignments

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Possible accommodations

7 accommodations

Sofia, Bulgaria

Astoria Grand Hotel

7.7

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Thessaloniki (Province), Greece

Davitel Tobacco Hotel

7.9

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Ohrid, North Macedonia

Hotel Belvedere

8.7

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Podgorica, Montenegro

Hotel Philia

8.9

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Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina

FoRest Village Resort

9.2

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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Hotel Holiday

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Belgrade, Serbia

ABBA Hotel

9.2

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IMPORTANT NOTES

RATES:

Rates subject to change without prior notice – subject to availability – limited capacity.
Prices change constantly, so we suggest you check them and not use this document as definitive.
In the event of an increase in airfare rates and taxes, which is the sole policy of the airline, in the event of partial or full payment, the difference must be assumed by the passenger immediately for the issuance of their services.

HOTELS:

This is a list of the most frequently used hotels on this tour. This list is for information purposes only; passengers may be accommodated in similar or alternative establishments in the same category.
The room includes an extra bed (rollaway bed).
The maximum number of triple rooms to be confirmed on this itinerary is two.
Optional tours will operate with a minimum of 15 passengers.

PAYMENT TERMS

Initial deposit $125.00 NON-REFUNDABLE
120 days before the start of the trip: 50% payment of the contracted program fee
90 days before the start of the trip: 80% payment of the contracted program fee
60 days before the start of the trip: 100% payment of the contracted program fee