Grand Balkan Christmas Tour: 12-Day From Istanbul, Turkey

Celebrate Christmas Balkan-style! From Istanbul to the Adriatic, discover 7 countries, festive markets, and UNESCO towns—all in one seamless 12-day winter journey.
Celebrate Christmas the European way — Balkan style! ✨

Start your magical journey in Istanbul, where East meets West, and continue through seven countries, exploring UNESCO towns, winter scenery, festive markets, and local flavors along the way.

This private 12-day Grand Balkan Tour is designed for travelers who want to enjoy the beauty, culture, and spirit of the Balkans during the most festive season of the year — without the hassle of planning. With expert guides, private transportation, and handpicked 4★ hotels, you’ll experience the region’s warmth and diversity at a comfortable, balanced pace.

Toast Christmas or New Year with local specialties, enjoy cozy winter nights, and take in the charm of cities like Plovdiv, Sofia, Ohrid, Kotor, Sarajevo, and Belgrade — all dressed in festive lights.

Itinerary
Day 1 – Istanbul (Turkey): Arrival, festive welcome dinner & spice-scented bazaars

Day 2 – Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque (exteriors), Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus evening lights

Day 3 – Plovdiv (Bulgaria): Old Town charm, Roman Theater, Kapana District

Day 4 – Sofia: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Christmas Market, hot rakia & treats

Day 5 – Skopje (North Macedonia): Stone Bridge, lantern-lit Old Bazaar

Day 6 – Ohrid: Lake views, cobbled streets, fireside trout dinner

Day 7 – Tirana (Albania): Skanderbeg Square, Blloku cafés, festive lights

Day 8 – Budva/Kotor (Montenegro): Adriatic coast, quiet medieval lanes

Day 9 – Mostar → Sarajevo (Bosnia): Stari Most, artisan workshops, Ottoman charm

Day 10 – Belgrade (Serbia): Fortress views, Skadarlija dinners, live music

Day 11 – Thessaloniki (Greece): Seaside promenade, Roman Forum, sweet bougatsa

Day 12 – Return to Istanbul: Via Thrace, or optional Bosphorus night stay

Festive highlight: Depending on your dates, your Christmas dinner (or optional New Year gala) will take place in the most atmospheric city on your route!

Why You’ll Love It:
Explore 7+ Balkan countries in one seamless route
Private, flexible pace with expert guidance
4★ comfort in central hotels near Christmas markets
Festive experiences with mulled wine & local cuisine
Perfect for couples, friends, or families seeking an extraordinary holiday

✨ Optional Add-Ons
Rila Monastery excursion (from Sofia)
Dubrovnik Old Town extension (weather-dependent)
Hamam ritual in Istanbul
Wine tasting in Skopje, Ohrid, or Thessaloniki
Upgrade to 5★ hotels or suites

उपलब्धता की गारंटी के लिए जितनी जल्दी हो सके बुक करें। जल्दी बुकिंग पर विचार करना विशेष रूप से तब महत्वपूर्ण है जब आप सार्वजनिक छुट्टियों या सप्ताहांत जैसे उच्च सीजन के दौरान यात्रा की योजना बना रहे हों।

इस यात्रा को आप यात्रा शुरू होने से 24 घंटे पहले बिना किसी शुल्क के रद्द कर सकते हैं। यदि आप इसे 24 घंटे बाद रद्द करते हैं या यात्रा पर नहीं आते हैं, तो भी आपको गतिविधि की पूरी कीमत चुकानी होगी। पिक-अप या प्रस्थान में देर से आना यात्रा पर नहीं आने के रूप में माना जाएगा।