Discover 1040+ Balkans trips in July 2026 with 4430+ verified reviews. Crafted by vetted tour operators, these Balkans July 2026 tours showcase the country at its seasonal best.
This trip was exactly what I needed. After years of family holidays and work trips, doing something like this — just me, my wife, a car, and no daily schedule, felt like a throwback to how we used to travel.
The best part? We weren’t herded around or stuck waiting for a big group. We just got in the car and drove. Some days we were super active, other days we just wandered and sat in cafes.
Croatia’s charm is obvious, but Slovenia really caught us off guard. The nature is pristine, the towns feel like no less than a fairytale, and even the touristy places don’t feel overwhelming. Also, it’s worth saying the roads were great, parking wasn’t a nightmare, and the car rental process was straightforward. That stuff matters when you’re not 25 anymore.
If you want a bit of culture, nature, good food, and a proper break from the usual routine this is your tour. We’re already talking about doing another self-drive next year. Portugal, maybe?
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Tour was professionally conducted and itinerary fully adhered to. Good coordination and there was no hiccups. Polite and helpful guides including, Johana, assigned English speaking guide, Victor, and local guide, Ani. Comfortable transportation, accommodation and good meals.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Sofia, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovn
Sofia, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Tirana, Ohrid, Kalambaka, Sandanski
We were looking for a customized, small group tour. We just returned from our trip and are more than highly pleased and satisfied of our experience. They planned an amazing itinerary, booked amazing hotels and transfers and tour guides went above and beyond to please us. We are already planning another trip next year and will be using these guys.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
The trip was a well planned and executed family orientated holiday. I feel that two "On Board" guides was unnecessary - the shore guides were excellent and added good value.
