Balkans
The Balkans offer Ottoman architecture, Adriatic coasts and mountain lakes on the same route, a budget-friendly region that is easy in visa terms.
The Balkans offer Ottoman architecture, Adriatic coasts and mountain lakes on the same route, a budget-friendly region that is easy in visa terms.
Must-sees
- Mostar's Old Bridge and Kravice Waterfalls
- Sarajevo's Baščaršija
- Lake Ohrid and St Naum Monastery
- The Bay of Kotor and Budva
Practical information
Turkish citizens can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Albania visa-free; a passport or (in some countries) an ID card is enough. Border crossings between countries can take 20–60 minutes. Currencies differ; although cards are widely accepted, carry some euros in cash.
Food and shopping
Burek, ćevapi, pita and Balkan coffee are local flavours. Copperware in Sarajevo and pearls in Ohrid are typical gifts.
Ufukça tip
The ideal average duration for this destination is 6-8 nights; early-booking discounts and nine-instalment options apply on our tours. Our tour advisers can also prepare a bespoke programme to suit your interests.
Ufukça tips
- Best period: May – October
- In peak summer pre-booking is a must for staying in Kotor
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