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.

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.

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 Athens, Meteora, Ohrid and Skopje covering iconic landmarks and historical sites with local guide. Professional and knowledgeable guides accompanying the group throughout the journey.

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Flights

Flights not included.

Optional

Enhance your experience with optional excursions, such as Canyon Matka in Skopje 25eu, and St. Naum in Ohrid 30eu. 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 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. 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 Shırok Street.

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

Continue to Kalambaka overnight stay at an hotel.
Day 6 Meteora (Kalabaka) - Athens Transfer
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Meteora (Kalabaka) - Athens Transfer

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,than transfer to your Athens hotel by reserved shuttle or train. Self transfer to your reserved Hotel - self check-in and enjoy the comfortable stay in this vibrant city and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Athens’ nightlife.
Day 7 Athens - End Of The Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Athens - End Of The Tour

Commence your day with a delightful breakfast at the hotel, Check-out from hotel and followed by a half-day local guided tour of Athens City and the Acropolis Museum. Meeting with Guide and enjoy a coach journey past iconic sites such as the Greek Parliament and Panathenaic Stadium. The tour continues with an enriching on-foot exploration of the Acropolis, showcasing the timeless Parthenon. The tour concludes, marking the end of your journey in Athens.

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Sofia To Athens Balkan Discovery Tour

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Itinerary of your trip Sofia To Athens Balkan Discovery Tour

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) - Athens Transfer

Athens - End Of The Tour

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