THE 10 BEST Escorted and Guided Tours and Trips in Balkans 2025/2026

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Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
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Balkans Guided And Escorted Tours: European Magic 2026

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European Magic 2026

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Embark on a captivating 22-day journey through Central Europe and the Balkans on our European Magic tour. Explore a rich tapestry of cultures, history, and stunning architecture across iconic cities like Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Athens. Discover charming towns, vibrant capitals, and UNESCO World Heritage sites, from the medieval streets of Regensburg to the serene lakes of Ohrid and the ancient ruins of Delphi. This immersive tour offers a perfect blend of cultural highlights, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable experiences, revealing the unique spirit and heritage of this remarkable region.

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Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-75 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Berlin, Athens, Budapest, Sofia

Berlin, Athens, Budapest, Sofia, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Trebinje, Shkodra, Ohrid, Skopje, Thessaloniki, Delphi, Prague, Dresden, Munich, Vienna

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Duration22 days

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Balkans Guided And Escorted Tours: Vienna To Athens Or Corfu - 21 Days

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Vienna to Athens or Corfu - 21 days

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Embark on a 21-day tour through Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Greece. Beginning in Vienna, explore historic Bratislava before heading into Hungary to visit Gyor and Budapest. In Serbia, take in colourful cities like Subotica, Novi Sad, and Belgrade, followed by a deep dive into Bosnia and Herzegovina with visits to Sarajevo and Mostar. The adventure continues along Montenegro’s stunning coast and into Albania - including Shkoder, Kruje, Tirana, Berat, and Gjirokaster. Pop into Kosovo and take in the best of North Macedonia, including Struga and Ohrid. Conclude in Greece with visits to Ioannina and the monasteries of Meteora. The journey ends at a destination of your to choice: Athens or Corfu.

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Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Vienna, Corfu, Bratislava, Monte

Vienna, Corfu, Bratislava, Montenegrin Riviera, Shkoder, Prizren, Tirana, Ohrid, Berat, Gjirokaster, Kalabaka, Budapest, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar

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Duration21 days

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Balkans Guided And Escorted Tours: Athens To Austria - 21 Days

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Athens to Austria - 21 days

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Embark on a 21-day tour through Greece, Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Hungary, and Slovakia. Begin in Athens, exploring Delphi and Meteora before heading to Ioannina and Gjirokaster. Continue to Berat, Drilon National Park, and Ohrid, before exploring Tirana, Kruje, and Prizren. Visit Gjakove, Decan, and the Rahovec Valley Winery, then delve into Shkodra and the Montenegrin Riviera, followed by Mostar and Sarajevo. Travel through Zvornik to Belgrade and explore Sremski Karlovci, Novi Sad, Subotica, and Budapest. Finish your tour in Bratislava before concluding in the Austrian capital of Vienna.

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Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Vienna, Athens, Kalabaka, Shkode

Vienna, Athens, Kalabaka, Shkoder, Montenegrin Riviera, Mostar, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Budapest, Bratislava, Gjirokaster, Berat, Ohrid, Tirana, Prizren

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Duration21 days

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Istanbul Bosphorous Half Day Group Tour

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This 1 day tour, starts from Istanbul, Turkey, and ends at Istanbul - Eminönü Ferry Stop, Turkey. Duration: 09:00 to 12.30 Explore the beauties of Bosphorus shores with this short trip. This tour includes a Bosphorus Cruise and visits the Spice Bazaar, Rustempasa Mosque and concludes with the arrival to pier in Eminonu.

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Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration1 day

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Trooper Tour - Istanbul to Ephesus 3Days

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Journey through history on this 3-day tour, exploring Turkey's most poignant and iconic ancient sites. Begin by honoring the past at the Gallipoli Battlefields, visiting solemn memorials like ANZAC Cove. Step back in time at Troy, home of the legendary Trojan Horse, and wander through the charming village of Behramkale. Finally, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Ephesus, an ancient wonder with its magnificent theater and the site of the Temple of Artemis. This tour offers a profound blend of historical reflection and cultural discovery.

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Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Kusadasi, Gallipoli

Duration3 days

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Balkans Guided And Escorted Tours: Istanbul, Ankara & Cappadocia - 6 Days

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Istanbul, Ankara & Cappadocia - 6 days

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Discover Istanbul, Ankara and Cappadocia on this 6-day tour. Begin in Istanbul with a visit to the vibrant Spice Market, a scenic Bosphorus cruise, and landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Explore the opulent Topkapi Palace before continuing to Ankara to visit the Anatolian Civilizations Museum and Atatürk’s Mausoleum. Journey on to Cappadocia to see the Göreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar Village and Derbent Valley’s fairy chimneys. The tour concludes with a return flight to Istanbul.

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Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia

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Duration6 days

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Balkans Guided And Escorted Tours: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Mesopotamia - 9 Days

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Istanbul, Cappadocia & Mesopotamia - 9 days

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Explore Turkey on this 9-day tour from Istanbul to Sanliurfa and back, delving into a rich tapestry of history, landscapes and cultural gems. Begin with the iconic sights of Istanbul before flying to Cappadocia to uncover fairy chimneys, ancient cave dwellings and traditional pottery villages. Journey east to the dramatic summit of Mount Nemrut, home to giant stone heads and unforgettable sunsets. Continue to Harran and Sanliurfa, where legends of Abraham come to life, and marvel at the ancient site of Göbekli Tepe. Wrap up in Gaziantep, exploring Roman mosaics and tasting world-renowned cuisine before returning to vibrant Istanbul.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Cappadocia, Adiyaman

Istanbul, Cappadocia, Adiyaman, Sanliurfa, Gobekli Tepe, Gaziantep

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Duration9 days

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Balkans Guided And Escorted Tours: Best Of Turkey & Aegean Greece - 11 Days

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Best of Turkey & Aegean Greece - 11 days

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Experience the best of Turkey and Aegean Greece on this 11-day tour, starting in Istanbul with visits to the Spice Market, Bosphorus, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. Continue through Ankara and Cappadocia to see ancient artefacts, underground cities, and fairy chimneys. Explore Pamukkale’s thermal terraces and the ruins of Ephesus, then fly to Athens to discover the Acropolis and enjoy a full-day cruise to the islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina, before concluding in Athens.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Athens, Ankara, Cappad

Istanbul, Athens, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Izmir

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Duration11 days

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Cappadocia Cooking Class

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Experience the authentic flavors of Turkey with this traditional cooking class. Held in a village house, you'll learn to prepare a delicious three-course meal using the classic Tandir method. This immersive evening concludes with you savoring the dishes you helped create, offering a true taste of Turkish culinary traditions. Duration: 17:30 to 21:30 Join an immersive cooking experience in a Turkish village house where you'll learn to prepare a three-course meal, mainly using the traditional method 'Tandir.' Starting around 17:30 and concluding by 21:30, you'll enjoy your delicious creations after the cooking session. Immerse yourself in Turkish culinary traditions and savor your prepared dishes in a traditional village setting.

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Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cappadocia

Duration1 day

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Istanbul Byzantine Group Tour

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You'll visit the Byzantine-era Blachernae Palace and the Ottoman Yedikule Fortress. We'll drive under the ancient Valens Aqueduct before discovering the colorful streets of Balat. The tour concludes at the majestic Iron Church and the Church of St. George, the spiritual center of the Ecumenical Patriarchate. Duration: 9 am to 4 pm. We begin at the remnants of the former Imperial Palace, Blachernae Palace. Next, Yedikule Fortress, a stone guardian where Ottoman and Byzantine legacies unite. We drive beneath the Valens Aqueduct, a remarkable engineering feat. Balat's vibrant streets embrace us, their cobbled paths leading to the enigmatic Iron Church. Finally, the Church of St. George, the Ecumenical Patriarchate's spiritual heart.

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Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration1 day

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Balkans Escorted Tours and Guided Trips

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European Magic 2026

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Vienna to Athens or Corfu - 21 days

Athens to Austria - 21 days

Istanbul Bosphorous Half Day Group Tour

Trooper Tour - Istanbul to Ephesus 3Days

Istanbul, Ankara & Cappadocia - 6 days

Istanbul, Cappadocia & Mesopotamia - 9 days

Best of Turkey & Aegean Greece - 11 days

Cappadocia Cooking Class

Istanbul Byzantine Group Tour

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Balkans Escorted Tours and Guided Trips

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