Is it possible to have this tour with just two people - myself and my husband?

Yes, it is possible to arrange this tour privately for just two people. The price for each person would be 2,800 euros.

I'm wondering if this tour has a possibility of starting from April 19/20 & ends April 28/29?

We have earliest guarantee departure from 27 April.

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Bulgaria and Turkey do not require visas for tourists staying under 90 days. What do you know about smoking regulations in these countries?

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Operator: Ajdinis
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: French
Group Size 3 - 14
Ages 10+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Sofia
Sofia
Start point
Sofia, Bulgaria (Tour Starts)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Best Western Terminus Hotel (or similar))
Day 2
Sofia
Sofia
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Best Western Terminus Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Sofia city landmarks
- Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- Visit to St. Sophia Basilica
- Visit to National Art Gallery
- Visit to Presidential Palace
Landmarks
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
St. Sophia Basilica
National Art Gallery
Presidential Palace
Day 3
Sofia to Skopje
Sofia to Skopje
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional earthenware pot with baked beans, salad, and soft drink)
Accommodation
(Holiday Inn Hotes 4*)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Skopje
- Visit to ancient Fortress
- Visit to Stone Bridge
- Visit to Macedonia Square
- Visit to Mustafa Pasha Mosque
Landmarks
Stone Bridge
Macedonia Square
Mustafa Pasha Mosque
Ancient Fortress
Day 4
Skopje - Prizren - Tirana
Skopje - Prizren - Tirana
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Chicken, salad & dessert or Pizza & soft drink)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Golden City hotel 4* or similar )
Included Activities
- Visit to Prizren Castle
- Visit to Sinan Pasha Mosque
- Visit to White Drin River
- Visit to Sadrvan Square
Optional Activities
- Matka Canyon stop - 30 euros per person
Landmarks
Matka Canyon
Prizren Castle
Sinan Pasha Mosque
White Drin River
Sadrvan Square
Day 5
Tirana to Ohrid
Tirana to Ohrid
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional earthenware pot with baked beans, salad, and soft drink)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Sky Corner (or similar))
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Tirana
- Visit to Skanderbeg Square
- Visit to Skanderbeg Statue
- Visit to Et'hem Bey Mosque
- Visit to Clock Tower
- Exploration of Ohrid Old Town
- Visit to Quarantine Church
- Visit to Ancient Via Egnatia
- Visit to Hagia Sophia Church
- Visit to Hagia Sophia Monastery
- Visit to Samoil's Fortress
Landmarks
Skanderbeg Square
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Clock Tower
Lake Ohrid
Quarantine Church
Ancient Via Egnatia
Hagia Sophia Church
Hagia Sophia Monastery
Samoil's Fortress
Day 6
Ohrid
Ohrid
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Balkan Night - Macedonian sauce plate, meatballs with cheese & live music)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Sky Corner (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Half-day tour to Sveti Naum Monastery and wine tasting - 55 euros
Landmarks
Sveti Naum Monastery
Lake Ohrid
Day 7
Ohrid to Kastoria to Meteora
Ohrid to Kastoria to Meteora
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Chicken, salad & dessert or Pizza)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Alexiou Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Kastoria city
- Visit to Lake Kastoria
- Visit to Byzantine churches
Landmarks
Lake Kastoria
Day 8
Meteora to Athens
Meteora to Athens
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Egnatia (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to UNESCO-listed Meteora
- Guided tour of two Byzantine monasteries
Landmarks
Meteora
Day 9
Athens to Sofia via Rila Monastery
Athens to Sofia via Rila Monastery
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Best Western Terminus Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Rila Monastery
- Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- Visit to St. Sophia Basilica
- Visit to National Art Gallery
- Visit to Presidential Palace
Landmarks
Rila Monastery
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
St. Sophia Basilica
National Art Gallery
Presidential Palace
Day 10
Sofia to Istanbul
Sofia to Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Armagrandi Spina Hotel (or similar))
Day 11
Istanbul
Istanbul
End point
Istanbul, Türkiye (The Tour Ends Here)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half-day Istanbul city tour with licensed tour guide
- Visit to Hagia Sophia
- Visit to Sultanahmet Mosque
- Visit to Grand Bazaar
- Bosphorus boat trip
Landmarks
Hagia Sophia
Sultanahmet Mosque
Grand Bazaar
Bosphorus

Landmarks
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
St. Sophia Basilica
National Art Gallery
Presidential Palace

Landmarks
Stone Bridge
Macedonia Square
Mustafa Pasha Mosque
Ancient Fortress

Landmarks
Matka Canyon
Prizren Castle
Sinan Pasha Mosque
White Drin River
Sadrvan Square

Landmarks
Skanderbeg Square
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Clock Tower
Lake Ohrid
Quarantine Church
Ancient Via Egnatia
Hagia Sophia Church
Hagia Sophia Monastery
Samoil's Fortress

Landmarks
Sveti Naum Monastery
Lake Ohrid

Landmarks
Lake Kastoria

Landmarks
Meteora

Landmarks
Rila Monastery
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
St. Sophia Basilica
National Art Gallery
Presidential Palace

Landmarks
Hagia Sophia
Sultanahmet Mosque
Grand Bazaar
Bosphorus

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Best Western Terminus Hotel (or similar)
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2, 9
Holiday Inn Hotes 4*
day 3
Golden City hotel 4* or similar
Hotel 4*
day 4
Hotel Sky Corner (or similar)
Hotel 4*
Days 5, 6
Alexiou Hotel (or similar)
Hotel 3*
day 7
Hotel Egnatia (or similar)
Hotel 4*
day 8
Armagrandi Spina Hotel (or similar)
Hotel 4*
day 10

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Rating: 4.4 (94 reviews)
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4.7

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
4.3
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.3
Food
4.3
Tour Operator
4.4

Kristi5.0•November 2024
This was a wonderful tour through a part of the world I didn't know much about. This was also my first multi-day...
This was a wonderful tour through a part of the world I didn't know much about. This was also my first multi-day guided tour. My parents signed up for Sofia to Istanbul Discovery and I decided to join them. Enes was a fantastic guide. He provided valuable insight into the places we visited and the cultural similarities and differences between them. He was energetic yet grounded, flexible where he could be, and had a great sense of humor. This tour covers a lot of ground, and each person in our group had a different "favorite" location. I admit I was sad to part ways with Enes and our driver when we flew to Istanbul. Our group was small and quickly became a family. However, the tour guide we were connected with in Turkey was also fantastic, and Enes checked in with us the whole time we were there. My parents and I extended our stay in Istanbul by a few days, and our guide gave us great recommendations for additional places to visit. I'd highly recommend a tour with Ajdinis. It's clear that they care a lot about their customers' experiences. Enes and the Ajdinis team made us feel safe the entire time. Their tours are thoughtful put together, and they're eager and open to feedback. I'm grateful for the experience exploring with my parents. This was a special trip I'll remember for the rest of my life. Thank you!Show more
Traveled in April 2024
Reply from: Ajdinis
Thank 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!
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Paul4.0•May 2024
Excellent, educational tour. My only criticism was that moving each night to a new hotel got tiring after awhile....
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Traveled in April 2024
Reply from: Ajdinis
Thank 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.
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Kaitlyn5.0•March 2024
The itinerary was well-planned, the guides were knowledgeable, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations.
Traveled in August 2023
Reply from: Ajdinis
We'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.
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Joan
Asked on April 20th, 2024
Is it possible to have this tour with just two people - myself and my husband?
Group size
Tour Details
- AjdinisOperator•Written April 2024
  Yes, it is possible to arrange this tour privately for just two people. The price for each person would be 2,800 euros.
- J
  Joan
  Traveler•Written April 2024
  I 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, 2024
I'm wondering if this tour has a possibility of starting from April 19/20 & ends April 28/29?
Tour Details
- AjdinisOperator•Written February 2024
  We have earliest guarantee departure from 27 April.
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Darren
Asked on February 12th, 2024
Are you able to accommodate two travellers ages 76 and 83 on this adventure?
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  Darren
  Traveler•Written February 2024
  Bulgaria 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 2024
  On 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 2024
  What 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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