Balkans Europe Sales Period: Up to 30 September 2016 Travel Period: 2016 / 2017 Add on Premier: fr. RM116 per person Packages: 07D Balkan Beauty Tour 07D Balkan Gems Tour 07D Balkan Highlights Tour 11D Balkan Escape Tour 14D Balkan Discovery Tour P a g e 1 6
2016 - 'Balkan Beauty Tour' 7 - Day itinerary Day 1 Sofia Arrival in Sofia and transfer to your hotel. Free time to explore the Bulgarian capital. Overnight Sofia 3 star Sofia Place Hotel / St George Hotel Day 2 Sofia Kruševac Studenica (Serbia) Depart to Serbia and our first stop is in the old capital - the town of Kruševac. Then we will visit Studenica - the most important monastery of medieval Serbia. Overnight in a hotel next to the monastery. Overnight Kraljevo 3 star Hotel Royal (B) Day 3 Studenica Visegrad Sarajevo (Serbia/Bosnia and Herzegovina) On our way to Bosnia and Herzegovina we will stop at Mokra gora the wooden village built by worldwide renowned director Emir Kusturica. After crossing the border we will see the famous bridge of Mehmed Pasha near Visegrad, praised in the novel "The Bridge on the Drina" of the Nobel laureate - Ivo Andrich. Then we will continue to Sarajevo. Overnight Sarajevo 3 star Hotel Hayat (B) Day 4 Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) A walking tour through the center of the Bosnian capital - Sarajevo, whose mosques and old Turkish bazaar with shops and cafes still keep the traditional oriental atmosphere of the region. Free time. Overnight Sarajevo 3 star Hotel Hayat (B) Day 5 Sarajevo Mostar Dubrovnuk (Bosnia and Herzegovina/Croatia) Mostar is famous for its old houses and the old bridge, a symbol of peaceful coexistence of different cultural and religious communities in the Balkans. On our way to the border we will stop at Radimlja to see the unic stecci grave stones from XV century. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Hotel Adria / Hotel Dubrovnik (B) Day 6 Dubrovnik (Croatia) A walking tour in the historic part of the town - the Pile Gate and Stradun Street, the Franciscan Monastery, the Dominican church, the Sponza Palace, Rector s Palace, "St. Blaise" cathedral. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Hotel Adria / Hotel Dubrovnik (B) Day 7 End of Tour Our tour of the Balkan concludes in Dubrovnik after breakfast. (B) (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner) 11 August 2016 Page 1/2
Inclusions Tour includes :- Inbound Airport Transfer - Sofia - Sofia Airport (SOF) Services of an English speaking tour leader throughout the tour Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle Tips except drivers, tour leaders and guides 6 nights accommodation 2 nights 3 star Dubrovnik Hotel Adria / Hotel Dubrovnik 1 night 3 star Kraljevo Hotel Royal 2 nights 3 star Sarajevo Hotel Hayat 1 night 3 star Sofia Sofia Place Hotel / St George Hotel 6 Breakfasts Tour does not include :- Entrance Fees Tips - drivers, tour leaders and guides Highlights Sofia Mokra Gora - Wooden Village Višegrad - Mehmed Pasha Bridge Sarajevo Radimlja - XV century grave stones Dubrovnik Prices Studenica - Monastery Mostar - Stari Most Bridge Dubrovnik Deposit Option available for 2016 - 'Balkan Beauty Tour' Booked between Departing between Deposit 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2016 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2016 USD 250.00 Tour Prices per person in twin share accommodation Currency - USD Cost S.S 01 Jan 2016 to 31 Dec 2016 1,149.00 176.00 Departure Dates 2016 August September October S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 - Available 11 August 2016 Page 2/2
2017 - 'Balkan Gems Tour' 7 - Day itinerary Day 1 Saturday Skopje (Macedonia) Welcome to Skopje, upon you arrival, will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. The afternoon will be for gentle walking tour of the center, visit Kale Fortress, the Church of the Holy Savior with its iconostas, one of the finest samples of traditional walnut woodcarving, Old Bazaar and Stone Bridge. Overnight Skopje 4 star Best Western Hotel Turist Day 2 Sunday Skopje - Ohrid (Macedonia) This morning, we drive to Ohrid, this Unesco world heritage site is known as the 'MacedonianJerusalem'due to its large number of churches. This enormous lake is renowned for the clarity of its water. Discover highlights of Ohrid, The church of St. Sofia (11th century), the most eminent mediaeval monument in Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine fresco paintings and St. Clement Church with its icon of Annunciation. Overnight Ohrid 4 star Belvedere Hotel (B) Day 3 Monday Ohrid - Tirana (Albania) After breakfast, we continue to Albenia, stopping en route at the remains of a Turkish fort. In the afternoon, we have a tour to explore Tirana, the capital of Albania, including Skanderbeg Square, the Mosque of Ethem Bey and the National Museum representing the flow of Albanian history and housing the finds from archeological sites across the country. In the evening, you can have dinner at a traditional restaurant and then explore the nightlife of Tirana, walking in the ex-block area known as "the forbidden town" where the villas of the communists'leaders are still standing next to trendy boutiques, expensive jewelry shops and active local pubs. Overnight Tirana 4 star Tirana International Hotel (B) Day 4 Tuesday Tirana - Budva - Kotor (Montenegro) After breakfast, leaving Albania crossing the border at Shkodra, once the capital of the Illyrian Kingdom (3rd century B.C.) and drive to Kotor via Budva. Apart from its natural beauty, its bay islands and beaches for example, Budva is rich in historic monuments. Budva Old Town lies on a small peninsula and represents a treasure chest of culture heritage. Crossed with narrow streets and squares are famous buildings, the Church St. Trojica, housing the tomb of the exquisite writer Stjepan Mitrov Ljubisa, the Churches of St. Ivan, St. Bogorodica and St. Sava. After free time in Budva, continue to Kotor, which is set on the beautiful Bay of Kotor (along which a number of towns are situated - you could equally stop off at any of them) and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Amongst the sights to see are the well-preserved Old Town and its city walls, along which you can walk, and the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon (built in 1166). Overnight Budva 4 star Slovenska Plaza Hotel (B) Day 5 Wednesday Kotor - Dubrovnik (Croatia) Today, we depart for Dubrovnik. Drive along the beautiful southern coast of Croatia to Dubrovnik. This city is legendary for its well preserved stone walls, and is often referred to as the 'Pearlof the Adriatic'.On arrival, head out on a guided walk along the city walls, enjoying views of the sparkling Adriatic Ocean. You'llalso visit Big Onofrio'sFountain, built by the European architect Onofrio della Cava in the 15th century to supply water to the city, 13th-century Franciscan monastery and the Sponza and Rector'sPalaces. At the end of your journey, perhaps you'dprefer to simply unwind on a beach. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Valamar Club Dubrovnik (B) Day 6 Thursday Dubrovnik (Croatia) Today is a free day in Dubrovnik. You might like to check out the city'swar Photography Museum, or even take a boat trip to nearby Lokrum Island or chill out on beach. Enjoy the evening, every alley was full with restaurants, cafes, and bars, and they were all filling up. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Valamar Club Dubrovnik (B) 11 August 2016 Page 1/4
Day 7 Friday Dubrovnik (Croatia) After breakfast, our tour concludes with your transfer to airport or cruise port. (B) (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner) 11 August 2016 Page 2/4
Inclusions Tour includes :- Inbound Airport Transfer - Skopje - Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (SKP) Outbound Airport Transfer - Dubrovnik - Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) English-speaking tour driver for the duration of the tour Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle Tips except driver and guide 6 nights accommodation 1 night 4 star Budva Slovenska Plaza Hotel 2 nights 3 star Dubrovnik Valamar Club Dubrovnik 1 night 4 star Ohrid Belvedere Hotel 1 night 4 star Skopje Best Western Hotel Turist 1 night 4 star Tirana Tirana International Hotel 6 Breakfasts Tour does not include :- Entrance Fees Tips - driver and guide Highlights Skopje - Kale Fortress Skopje - Old Bazaar Ohrid - St. Sofia Tirana Tirana - Mosque of Et'hem Bey Budva Budva - Church of St. Ivan Kotor - Cathedral of Saint Tryphon Dubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace Skopje - Church of the Holy Savior Skopje - Stone Bridge Ohrid - St. Clement Church Tirana - Skanderbeg Square Tirana - National Museum Budva - Old Town Kotor Bay Dubrovnik - Big Onofrio Fountain Dubrovnik - Sponza Palace Dubrovnik Prices Current 'Hot Deals' for 2017 - 'Balkan Gems Tour' Booked between Departing between Discount 25 Jul 2016-31 Jan 2017 01 Jan 2017-31 Dec 2017 20% * * This discount is only available to bookings that are paid in full by 31 Jan 2017 01 Feb 2017-31 Mar 2017 01 Jan 2017-31 Dec 2017 15% * * This discount is only available to bookings that are paid in full by 31 Mar 2017 Deposit Option available for 2017 - 'Balkan Gems Tour' Booked between Departing between Deposit 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2020 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2020 USD 250.00 Tour Prices per person in twin share accommodation Currency - USD Cost S.S 01 Jan 2017 to 31 Dec 2017 1,019.00 280.00 11 August 2016 Page 3/4
Departure Dates 2017 May June July August September S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 October November December S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 - Available - Discounted 11 August 2016 Page 4/4
2017 - 'Balkan Highlights Tour' 7 - Day itinerary Day 1 Wednesday Dubrovnik (Croatia) Welcome to Dubrovnik. Upon your arrival, you'llbe welcomed at the airport or port. In the afternoon, head out on a guided walk along the city walls, enjoying views of the sparkling Adriatic Ocean. You'llalso visit Big Onofrio'sFountain, built by the European architect Onofrio della Cava in the 15th century to supply water to the city, 13th-century Franciscan monastery and the Sponza and Rector'sPalaces. At the end of your journey, perhaps you'dprefer to simply unwind on a beach. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Valamar Club Dubrovnik Day 2 Thursday Dubrovnik (Croatia) Today is a free day in Dubrovnik. You might like to check out the city'swar Photography Museum, or even take a boat trip to nearby Lokrum Island or chill out on beach. Enjoy the evening, every alley was full with restaurants, cafes, and bars, and they were all filling up. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Valamar Club Dubrovnik (B) Day 3 Friday Dubrovnik - Mostar - Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) Today depart for Sarajevo via Mostar, a town situated in a beautiful valley in the high mountains of Herzegovina. The city was the most heavily bombed settlement in Bosnia during the war, but it has since been rebuilt and now features on UNESCO'sWorld Heritage list. On the way we visit the famous Stari Most Bridge, built by the Ottomans in 1565 - it was the great architect Mimar Hajrudin who succeeded with the impossible mission to cross the Neretva River with a single span stone bridge. Afterwards, we drive to Sarajevo.Which is Bosnia and Herzegovina'ssmall but vibrant capital. Twenty years after the end of a devastating war, Sarajevo is slowly asserting itself as one of Europe'smost beautiful and interesting cities. The city mixes east and west - dotted with minarets, mosques, bazaars and the aroma of coffee like Istanbul. In the evening, perhaps enjoy a simple but delicious meal in Bascarsija, Sarajevo'sold bazaar and you must try the local speciality of bosanski cevapi (grilled minced meat mixed with mild spices). Overnight Sarajevo 4 star Hotel Hollywood (B) Day 4 Saturday Sarajevo - Novi Sad (Serbia) This morning, after breakfast, depart for Novi Sad, is mostly a baroque town with a Central European atmosphere. The old town center is lined up with beautiful 200 year old houses, out-doors cafes, shops and ice-cream parlors, as well as beautiful places of worship - the ornate Serbian Orthodox church, the tall Catholic Cathedral or the Jewish synagogue (no longer in actual use). Afternoon, walking tour of Novi Sad. Overnight Novi Sad 4 star Hotel Master (B) Day 5 Sunday Novi Sad - Belgrade (Serbia) Today, we depart from Novi Sade and drive to Belgrade, upon our arrival, we will visit the city'swide boulevards and squares, and the historic and green heart of Kalemegdan Park. The park is home to Kelmegdan Fortress, which has overlooked the Danube River here for centuries. In the evening, head down to Skadarska Street in the bohemian quarter of Skadarlija to sample some authentic local food and enjoy the lively atmosphere, in a place where Orthodox churches vie for space next to fashionable nightclubs. Overnight Belgrade 3 star Tulip Inn Putnik (B) Day 6 Monday Belgrade - Nis - Sofia (Bulgaria) Departure for Sofia via Nis, the third largest city in Serbia. After a sightseeing in Nis, proceed to Sofia with arrival in the afternoon. The afternoon will be for gentle walking tour of the center, where you will learn about the National Library, Sofia University, The Parliament, The St. Alexander Nevsky Patriarchal Cathedral, the National Theatre, St. Sofia Church, Sofia'soldest building - St George Rotunda (from the 3rd century), The houses of the Council of Ministers, presidency and the former communist party headquarters, the ruins of the ancient city of Serdika (dating from the 5th-6th century), the National Palace of Culture, the main shopping streets of Sofia. Overnight Sofia 3 star Hotel Sofia Plaza (B) 11 August 2016 Page 1/4
Day 7 Thursday Sofia (Bulgaria) After breakfast, our tour concludes with a transfer to Sofia airport (B) (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner) 11 August 2016 Page 2/4
Inclusions Tour includes :- Inbound Airport Transfer - Dubrovnik - Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) Outbound Airport Transfer - Sofia - Sofia Airport (SOF) English-speaking tour driver for the duration of the tour Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle Tips except driver and guide 6 nights accommodation 1 night 3 star Belgrade Tulip Inn Putnik 2 nights 3 star Dubrovnik Valamar Club Dubrovnik 1 night 4 star Novi Sad Hotel Master 1 night 4 star Sarajevo Hotel Hollywood 1 night 3 star Sofia Hotel Sofia Plaza 6 Breakfasts Tour does not include :- Entrance Fees Tips - driver and guide Highlights Dubrovnik - Big Onofrio Fountain Dubrovnik - Sponza Palace Dubrovnik Sarajevo Belgrade - Kelmegdan Fortress Dubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace Mostar - Stari Most Bridge Novi Sad Belgrade Niš Sofia Prices Current 'Hot Deals' for 2017 - 'Balkan Highlights Tour' Booked between Departing between Discount 25 Jul 2016-31 Jan 2017 01 Jan 2017-31 Dec 2017 20% * * This discount is only available to bookings that are paid in full by 31 Jan 2017 01 Feb 2017-31 Mar 2017 01 Jan 2017-31 Dec 2017 15% * * This discount is only available to bookings that are paid in full by 31 Mar 2017 Deposit Option available for 2017 - 'Balkan Highlights Tour' Booked between Departing between Deposit 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2020 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2020 USD 250.00 Tour Prices per person in twin share accommodation Currency - USD Cost S.S 01 Jan 2017 to 31 Dec 2017 855.00 260.00 11 August 2016 Page 3/4
Departure Dates 2017 May June July August September S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 October November December S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 - Available - Discounted 11 August 2016 Page 4/4
2017 - 'Balkan Escape Tour' 11 - Day itinerary Day 1 Saturday Skopje (Macedonia) Welcome to Skopje, upon you arrival, will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. The afternoon will be for gentle walking tour of the center, visit Kale Fortress, the Church of the Holy Savior with its iconostas, one of the finest samples of traditional walnut woodcarving, Old Bazaar and Stone Bridge. Overnight Skopje 4 star Best Western Hotel Turist Day 2 Sunday Skopje - Ohrid (Macedonia) This morning, we drive to Ohrid, this Unesco world heritage site is known as the 'MacedonianJerusalem'due to its large number of churches. This enormous lake is renowned for the clarity of its water. Discover highlights of Ohrid, The church of St. Sofia (11th century), the most eminent mediaeval monument in Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine fresco paintings and St. Clement Church with its icon of Annunciation. Overnight Ohrid 4 star Belvedere Hotel (B) Day 3 Monday Ohrid - Tirana (Albania) After breakfast, we continue to Albenia, stopping en route at the remains of a Turkish fort. In the afternoon, we have a tour to explore Tirana, the capital of Albania, including Skanderbeg Square, the Mosque of Ethem Bey and the National Museum representing the flow of Albanian history and housing the finds from archeological sites across the country. In the evening, you can have dinner at a traditional restaurant and then explore the nightlife of Tirana, walking in the ex-block area known as "the forbidden town" where the villas of the communists'leaders are still standing next to trendy boutiques, expensive jewelry shops and active local pubs. Overnight Tirana 4 star Tirana International Hotel (B) Day 4 Tuesday Tirana - Budva - Kotor (Montenegro) After breakfast, leaving Albania crossing the border at Shkodra, once the capital of the Illyrian Kingdom (3rd century B.C.) and drive to Kotor via Budva. Apart from its natural beauty, its bay islands and beaches for example, Budva is rich in historic monuments. Budva Old Town lies on a small peninsula and represents a treasure chest of culture heritage. Crossed with narrow streets and squares are famous buildings, the Church St. Trojica, housing the tomb of the exquisite writer Stjepan Mitrov Ljubisa, the Churches of St. Ivan, St. Bogorodica and St. Sava. After free time in Budva, continue to Kotor, which is set on the beautiful Bay of Kotor (along which a number of towns are situated - you could equally stop off at any of them) and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Amongst the sights to see are the well-preserved Old Town and its city walls, along which you can walk, and the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon (built in 1166). Overnight Budva 4 star Slovenska Plaza Hotel (B) Day 5 Wednesday Kotor - Dubrovnik (Croatia) Today, we depart for Dubrovnik. Drive along the beautiful southern coast of Croatia to Dubrovnik. This city is legendary for its well preserved stone walls, and is often referred to as the 'Pearlof the Adriatic'.On arrival, head out on a guided walk along the city walls, enjoying views of the sparkling Adriatic Ocean. You'llalso visit Big Onofrio'sFountain, built by the European architect Onofrio della Cava in the 15th century to supply water to the city, 13th-century Franciscan monastery and the Sponza and Rector'sPalaces. At the end of your journey, perhaps you'dprefer to simply unwind on a beach. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Valamar Club Dubrovnik (B) Day 6 Thursday Dubrovnik (Croatia) Today is a free day in Dubrovnik. You might like to check out the city'swar Photography Museum, or even take a boat trip to nearby Lokrum Island or chill out on beach. Enjoy the evening, every alley was full with restaurants, cafes, and bars, and they were all filling up. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Valamar Club Dubrovnik (B) 11 August 2016 Page 1/4
Day 7 Friday Dubrovnik - Mostar - Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) Today depart for Sarajevo via Mostar, a town situated in a beautiful valley in the high mountains of Herzegovina. The city was the most heavily bombed settlement in Bosnia during the war, but it has since been rebuilt and now features on UNESCO'sWorld Heritage list. On the way we visit the famous Stari Most Bridge, built by the Ottomans in 1565 - it was the great architect Mimar Hajrudin who succeeded with the impossible mission to cross the Neretva River with a single span stone bridge. Afterwards, we drive to Sarajevo.Which is Bosnia and Herzegovina'ssmall but vibrant capital. Twenty years after the end of a devastating war, Sarajevo is slowly asserting itself as one of Europe'smost beautiful and interesting cities. The city mixes east and west - dotted with minarets, mosques, bazaars and the aroma of coffee like Istanbul. In the evening, perhaps enjoy a simple but delicious meal in Bascarsija, Sarajevo'sold bazaar and you must try the local speciality of bosanski cevapi (grilled minced meat mixed with mild spices). Overnight Sarajevo 4 star Hotel Hollywood (B) Day 8 Saturday Sarajevo - Novi Sad (Serbia) This morning, after breakfast, depart for Novi Sad, is mostly a baroque town with a Central European atmosphere. The old town center is lined up with beautiful 200 year old houses, out-doors cafes, shops and ice-cream parlors, as well as beautiful places of worship - the ornate Serbian Orthodox church, the tall Catholic Cathedral or the Jewish synagogue (no longer in actual use). Afternoon, walking tour of Novi Sad. Overnight Novi Sad 4 star Hotel Master (B) Day 9 Sunday Novi Sad - Belgrade (Serbia) Today, we depart from Novi Sade and drive to Belgrade, upon our arrival, we will visit the city'swide boulevards and squares, and the historic and green heart of Kalemegdan Park. The park is home to Kelmegdan Fortress, which has overlooked the Danube River here for centuries. In the evening, head down to Skadarska Street in the bohemian quarter of Skadarlija to sample some authentic local food and enjoy the lively atmosphere, in a place where Orthodox churches vie for space next to fashionable nightclubs. Overnight Belgrade 3 star Tulip Inn Putnik (B) Day 10 Monday Belgrade - Nis - Sofia (Bulgaria) Departure for Sofia via Nis, the third largest city in Serbia. After a sightseeing in Nis, proceed to Sofia with arrival in the afternoon. The afternoon will be for gentle walking tour of the center, where you will learn about the National Library, Sofia University, The Parliament, The St. Alexander Nevsky Patriarchal Cathedral, the National Theatre, St. Sofia Church, Sofia'soldest building - St George Rotunda (from the 3rd century), The houses of the Council of Ministers, presidency and the former communist party headquarters, the ruins of the ancient city of Serdika (dating from the 5th-6th century), the National Palace of Culture, the main shopping streets of Sofia. Overnight Sofia 3 star Hotel Sofia Plaza (B) Day 11 Thursday Sofia (Bulgaria) After breakfast, our tour concludes with a transfer to Sofia airport (B) (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner) 11 August 2016 Page 2/4
Inclusions Tour includes :- Inbound Airport Transfer - Skopje - Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (SKP) Outbound Airport Transfer - Sofia - Sofia Airport (SOF) English-speaking tour driver for the duration of the tour Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle Tips except driver and guide 10 nights accommodation 1 night 3 star Belgrade Tulip Inn Putnik 1 night 4 star Budva Slovenska Plaza Hotel 2 nights 3 star Dubrovnik Valamar Club Dubrovnik 1 night 4 star Novi Sad Hotel Master 1 night 4 star Ohrid Belvedere Hotel 1 night 4 star Sarajevo Hotel Hollywood 1 night 4 star Skopje Best Western Hotel Turist 1 night 3 star Sofia Hotel Sofia Plaza 1 night 4 star Tirana Tirana International Hotel 10 Breakfasts Tour does not include :- Entrance Fees Tips - driver and guide Highlights Skopje - Kale Fortress Skopje - Old Bazaar Ohrid - St. Sofia Tirana Tirana - Mosque of Et'hem Bey Budva Budva - Church of St. Ivan Kotor - Cathedral of Saint Tryphon Dubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace Mostar - Stari Most Bridge Novi Sad Belgrade Niš Sofia Skopje - Church of the Holy Savior Skopje - Stone Bridge Ohrid - St. Clement Church Tirana - Skanderbeg Square Tirana - National Museum Budva - Old Town Kotor Bay Dubrovnik - Big Onofrio Fountain Dubrovnik - Sponza Palace Dubrovnik Sarajevo Belgrade - Kelmegdan Fortress 11 August 2016 Page 3/4
Prices Current 'Hot Deals' for 2017 - 'Balkan Escape Tour' Booked between Departing between Discount 25 Jul 2016-31 Jan 2017 01 Jan 2017-31 Dec 2017 20% * * This discount is only available to bookings that are paid in full by 31 Jan 2017 01 Feb 2017-31 Mar 2017 01 Jan 2017-31 Dec 2017 15% * * This discount is only available to bookings that are paid in full by 31 Mar 2017 Deposit Option available for 2017 - 'Balkan Escape Tour' Booked between Departing between Deposit 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2020 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2020 USD 250.00 Tour Prices per person in twin share accommodation Currency - USD Cost S.S 01 Jan 2017 to 31 Dec 2017 1,339.00 400.00 Departure Dates 2017 May June July August September S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 October November December S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 - Available - Discounted 11 August 2016 Page 4/4
2016 - 'Balkan Discovery Tour' 14 - Day itinerary Day 1 Sofia Arrival in Sofia and transfer to your hotel. Free time to explore the Bulgarian capital. Overnight Sofia 3 star Sofia Place Hotel / St George Hotel Day 2 Sofia Kruševac Studenica (Serbia) Depart to Serbia and our first stop is in the old capital - the town of Kruševac. Then we will visit Studenica - the most important monastery of medieval Serbia. Overnight in a hotel next to the monastery. Overnight Kraljevo 3 star Hotel Royal (B) Day 3 Studenica Visegrad Sarajevo (Serbia/Bosnia and Herzegovina) On our way to Bosnia and Herzegovina we will stop at Mokra gora the wooden village built by worldwide renowned director Emir Kusturica. After crossing the border we will see the famous bridge of Mehmed Pasha near Visegrad, praised in the novel "The Bridge on the Drina" of the Nobel laureate - Ivo Andrich. Then we will continue to Sarajevo. Overnight Sarajevo 3 star Hotel Hayat (B) Day 4 Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) A walking tour through the center of the Bosnian capital - Sarajevo, whose mosques and old Turkish bazaar with shops and cafes still keep the traditional oriental atmosphere of the region. Free time. Overnight Sarajevo 3 star Hotel Hayat (B) Day 5 Sarajevo Mostar Dubrovnuk (Bosnia and Herzegovina/Croatia) Mostar is famous for its old houses and the old bridge, a symbol of peaceful coexistence of different cultural and religious communities in the Balkans. On our way to the border we will stop at Radimlja to see the unic stecci grave stones from XV century. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Hotel Adria / Hotel Dubrovnik (B) Day 6 Dubrovnik (Croatia) A walking tour in the historic part of the town - the Pile Gate and Stradun Street, the Franciscan Monastery, the Dominican church, the Sponza Palace, Rector s Palace, "St. Blaise" cathedral. Overnight Dubrovnik 3 star Hotel Adria / Hotel Dubrovnik (B) Day 7 Dubrovnik Herceg Novi Kotor (Croatia/Montenegro) Our tour of the Balkan countries continues with Montenegro. After crossing the border we will visit the old town of Herceg Novi and then head off to the famous Kotor Bay with the old towns of Perast and Kotor. A walking tour in Kotor fortress walls, St. Luka square, Beskuca Palace, St. Trifon s cathedral. Overnight Kotor 3 star Hotel Rendez Vous (B) 11 August 2016 Page 1/4
Day 8 Kotor Cetinje Pec (Montenegro/Kosovo) In the morning we will start with driving up the scenic road above the Kotor Bay. A short stop at the old capital of Montenegro Cetinje and then continue to the border with Kosovo. Overnight Pec 5 star Hotel Dukagjini (B) Day 9 Pec Prizren (Kosovo) In the morning we will visit Visoki Decani Monastery still guarded by KFOR. Then continue to the town of Prizren. Walking tour in the center of the town - Sinan pasha mosque, Our Lady of Ljeviš, the old stone bridge. Overnight Prizren 3 star Hotel Venisi (B) Day 10 Prizren Tirana (Kosovo/Albania) Drive to the capital of Albania. Walking tour in the afternoon - Skanderbeg square, Tanners bridge, the residence of Enver Hoxha. Free time. Overnight Tirana 3 star Hotel Vila e Arte (B) Day 11 Tirana Berat (Albania) After the transfer from Tirana we will spend the rest of the day in Berat. Walking tour in the historical centre of the town. Overnight Berat 4 star White City Hotel (B) Day 12 Berat Ohrid (Albania/Macedonia) We continue to Macedonia. After crossing the border - visit of St. Naum Monastery on the shore of the lake. We will spend the afternoon and the evening roaming the narrow streets of Ohrid, where we will see Samuil s fortress, the churches St. John Kaneo and St. Pantaleimon. Overnight Ohrid 4 star Villa Dislievski (B) Day 13 Ohrid Sofia (Macedonia/Bulgaria) Departure to Bulgaria s capital Sofia. Free time in the city. Overnight Sofia 3 star Sofia Place Hotel / St George Hotel (B) Day 14 End of Tour Transfer to the airport for departure (B) (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner) 11 August 2016 Page 2/4
Inclusions Tour includes :- Inbound Airport Transfer - Sofia - Sofia Airport (SOF) Outbound Airport Transfer - Sofia - Sofia Airport (SOF) Services of an English speaking tour leader throughout the tour Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle Tips except drivers, tour leaders and guides 13 nights accommodation 1 night 4 star Berat White City Hotel 2 nights 3 star Dubrovnik Hotel Adria / Hotel Dubrovnik 1 night 3 star Kotor Hotel Rendez Vous 1 night 3 star Kraljevo Hotel Royal 1 night 4 star Ohrid Villa Dislievski 1 night 5 star Pec Hotel Dukagjini 1 night 3 star Prizren Hotel Venisi 2 nights 3 star Sarajevo Hotel Hayat 2 nights 3 star Sofia Sofia Place Hotel / St George Hotel 1 night 3 star Tirana Hotel Vila e Arte 13 Breakfasts Tour does not include :- Entrance Fees Tips - drivers, tour leaders and guides Highlights Sofia Mokra Gora - Wooden Village Višegrad - Mehmed Pasha Bridge Sarajevo Radimlja - XV century grave stones Dubrovnik Visoki Decani Monastery Prizren - Sinan Pasha Mosque Prizren - Our Lady of Ljeviš Prizren - Old Stone Bridge Tirana - Tanners' bridge Berat Lake Ohrid - St. Naum Monastery Lake Ohrid - Church of St. John at Kaneo Studenica - Monastery Mostar - Stari Most Bridge Dubrovnik Kotor Bay Prizren Tirana - Skanderbeg Square Tirana - Residence of Enver Hoxha Lake Ohrid Lake Ohrid - Tsar Samuil's fortress Lake Ohrid - Church St. Pantaleimon Prices Deposit Option available for 2016 - 'Balkan Discovery Tour' Booked between Departing between Deposit 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2016 01 Jan 2016-31 Dec 2016 USD 250.00 Tour Prices per person in twin share accommodation Currency - USD Cost S.S 01 Jan 2016 to 31 Dec 2016 1,345.00 350.00 11 August 2016 Page 3/4
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