View allThe itinerary was well-planned, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations.
Kaitlyn, traveled in March
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- Operator
- Ajdinis
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 3 - 14
- Ages 10+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Sofia's vibrant nightlife
- Tour Skopje's historic sites and landmarks
- Discover Tirana's iconic Skanderbeg Square
- Visit the cliff-top monasteries in Meteora
- Experience Istanbul's rich cultural heritage
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival to Sofia
- Day 2 Sofia to Skopje
- Day 3 Skopje to Tirana via Matka Canyon and Prizren
- Day 4 Tirana to Ohrid
- Day 5 Ohrid
- Day 6 Ohrid to Kastoria and Meteora (Kalabaka)
- Day 7 Meteora (Kalabaka) to Thessaloniki
- Day 8 Thessaloniki to Sofia via Rila Monastery
- Day 9 Sofia to Istanbul (Flight Transfer)
- Day 10 Istanbul
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Best Western Terminus Hotel
HotelDays 1, 8Hotel Doa
Hotelday 2Albanopolis Hotel
Hotelday 3Hotel Sky Corner
HotelDays 4, 5Alexiou Hotel
Hotelday 6Hotel Egnatia
Hotelday 7Dosso Dossi Hotel
Hotelday 9Recital Hotel Istanbul
Hotelday 9
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Kristi· November 20th, 2024This was a wonderful tour through a part of the...Show more
Ajdinis commented on this reviewThank you for your positive review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and the guides and found the sights and information informative. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Trip date: April 2024 - PTPaul· May 17th, 2024Excellent, educational tour. My only criticism was that moving each night to a new hotel got tiring after awhile. Enos was an excellent guide and always looking for ways to adapt the tour to our interests.Show moreAjdinis commented on this reviewThank you for your feedback dear Paul. We're glad you enjoyed the tour and guidance. We understand moving hotels nightly can be tiring and will consider this for our future tours.Trip date: April 2024
- Kaitlyn· March 9th, 2024The itinerary was well-planned, the guides were...Show moreAjdinis commented on this reviewWe're delighted to hear that the itinerary and guides exceeded your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another great experience in the future.Trip date: August 2023
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Joan
Asked on April 20th, 2024Is it possible to have this tour with just two people - myself and my husband?
AjdinisOperator•Written April 2024Yes, it is possible to arrange this tour privately for just two people. The price for each person would be 2,800 euros.
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Joan
Traveler•Written April 2024I just want to clarify your response - the trip with group travel is priced at $1527 US Dollars. Is it possible your reply was 2800 USD not Euro? It seems like quite a large difference.
- AjdinisOperator•Written April 2024
The displayed price is for group bookings, while the offered price is specifically for private tour for 2 person. It includes the same program with a personal guide.
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Esther
Asked on February 20th, 2024I'm wondering if this tour has a possibility of starting from April 19/20 & ends April 28/29?
- AjdinisOperator•Written February 2024
We have earliest guarantee departure from 27 April.
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Darren
Asked on February 12th, 2024Are you able to accommodate two travellers ages 76 and 83 on this adventure?
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Darren
Traveler•Written February 2024Bulgaria and Turkey do not require visas for tourists staying under 90 days. What do you know about smoking regulations in these countries?
- AjdinisOperator•Written February 2024
In Bulgaria, smoking is generally prohibited in enclosed public spaces, including restaurants and bars. However, some establishments may have designated smoking areas. In Turkey, smoking is also restricted in enclosed public spaces, but enforcement may vary. Many restaurants and cafes have designated smoking areas, while some may be entirely smoke-free.
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Darren
Traveler•Written February 2024On the night of Day 1 (April 27th), we will be staying in the Bulgarian countryside, with the idea of coming in to Sofia Sunday morning (Day 2) to join the tour before departure from the city. Where should we go to meet the tour? And by what time on Sunday should we be there?
- AjdinisOperator•Written February 2024
On the first day, we will convene at a hotel in Sofia (details will be provided). Our guests will be warmly greeted at the hotel reception. In the evening, our guide will provide a comprehensive tour briefing, followed by free time for guests to explore Sofia at their leisure. Overnight accommodation will be at the Sofia hotel. On the second day, after checking out from the Sofia hotel, we will embark on a visit to Sofia and then proceed to our next destination, Skopje.
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Darren
Traveler•Written February 2024What time on Day 2 does the bus actually LEAVE Sofia?
- AjdinisOperator•Written February 2024
We'll provide the precise schedule two weeks before the date, but for approximate planning, expect to be at Alexander Nevsky Cathedral around 10 am. Check-out from the hotel near Studentski Grad district is anticipated at 8 am. Rest assured, we will stay in regular contact in the two weeks leading up to the departure to keep you well-informed.
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