10 BEST Balkans Small Group Trips & Tours 2025/2026

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Balkans Small Group Tours: Sailing Croatia - Dubrovnik To Split

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Sailing Croatia - Dubrovnik to Split

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I had an amazing week exploring stunning Croatia. It was a completely different holiday getting to sail instead of going over land. Travelling from place to place was part of the fun! Ivan was a fun and friendly skipper and he made us feel safe at all times.

Chill out

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Yacht Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

16-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Dubrovnik, Split

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Duration8 days

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USD 1,949

USD 1,323

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USD 626

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Balkans Small Group Tours: Sailing Greece - Mykonos To Mykonos

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Sailing Greece - Mykonos to Mykonos

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Have traveled with g @dventures 4 times. Once with a group of 3 friends, twice with my cousin, and solo. Every time has been amazing. Tour itineraries are accurate. Small groups have united quickly. I am very pleased with all of my adventures. Sailing the Greek isles is a dream come true. The captain and boat were above expectations Freedom of itinerary made everyday a new experience Keep up the excellent work!

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Yacht Cabin

Age Range

16-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Mykonos, Syros, Santorini, Ios

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Duration10 days

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USD 2,099

USD 1,527

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USD 572

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Walking in Crete

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This trip was fast paced, very active and jam packed but stunningly beautiful! I am not sure what i was expecting from Crete but it wasn't this, this was even better! We got to swim in crystal clear waters, hike the famous Samaria Gorge, as well as visit archaeological sites, it had a bit of everything.

Trekking and HikingBeach

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Crete, Chania, Sougia, Samaria G

Crete, Chania, Sougia, Samaria Gorge, Loutro, Preveza, Margarites

Duration8 days

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USD 3,075

USD 2,983

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USD 92

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Family Turkey Coastal Active Adventure

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The holiday was brilliant from the seamless transfer to the hotel to the amazing experiences we had along the way. Zep our tour guide was wonderful. She organised everything and was such fun to be with. The hotel was clean, quiet, had a good swimming pool and provided a lovely breakfast. There was plenty the kids would eat too like cereal, fruit, bread and jam. If you like being in, on or around the water this holiday is for you. Every day there is the opportunity for swimming in crystal clear waters. This was our first family Explore holiday and we look forward to doing many more.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

7-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kas, Taurus Mountains, Patara Be

Kas, Taurus Mountains, Patara Beach, Myra, Kekova

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Duration8 days

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USD 1,380

USD 1,310

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USD 70

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Turkey: Istanbul, Ephesus & Cappadocia

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This tour covers many of the highlights of Turkey and was a wonderful experience. Since there is only one included day in Istanbul I would recommend flying in a few days earlier and exploring Istanbul on your own before the tour begins - the city is twice the size of NYC and has a lot to offer. This is not difficult to do since the city is safe and has an excellent public transit system. This tour is then a fantastic way to see other portions of Turkey.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Izmir, Cappadocia, Şirince

Duration7 days

From

USD 3,199

USD 3,103

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USD 96

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Walking the Corfu Trail (South)

4.7

(10 reviews )

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Everyone in the Explore office was knowledgeable and helpful - they went above and beyond to give details of the trip and discuss its suitability and logistics. And a great bonus - the phone was answered quickly without endless waiting. I had been apprehensive about my ability to walk quite so far for the full 6 days, but it was perfectly paced and plenty of time for coffee and lunch stops. The scenery was varied and the villages delightful. The highlight of the trip was having our guide, Spiros, who spoke great English, was passionate about his island and the trail, hugely knowledgable about the local flora and fauna, and on top of all that, funny and kind and intent on ensuring that everyone had a great time.

Walking toursBeachMountains

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Corfu, Liapades, Asprokavos, Lef

Corfu, Liapades, Asprokavos, Lefkimmi, Paramonas, Benitses, Stavros

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,320

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Balkans Small Group Tours: Six Days In Turkey

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Six Days in Turkey

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Spend six days discovering some of the best bits of central Turkey and Cappadocia. From the Mediterranean Sea in the south to the northern capital city of Istanbul, immerse yourself in the culture and history of a truly unique country. Explore Konya and maybe learn about the practices of Sufism and the art and performance of the whirling dervish. Spend three days in Cappadocia among the fairy chimneys and hot air balloons. Hike through the rocky landscape and natural sandstone monoliths, then make your way to Istanbul – the city that melds European and Middle Eastern cultures into one.

Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya

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Duration6 days

From

USD 605

USD 499

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Cycle Turkey

4.6

(10 reviews )

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An exquisite cycling holiday which fulfilled all the usual Explore essentials: plenty of variety both in cycling and other activities, beautiful accommodation throughout, rustic village hosts, great food/restaurant selections by the guide Paul, stunning scenery at every turn and plenty of ‘off the beaten track’. Paul has over 2 decades of experience in cycle guiding in Turkey, and it showed in his cycle guiding and knowledge of the language, culture and flora and fauna-I particularly enjoyed his linguistic insights and the visit to the local village mosque. Others in the group who were architecturally inclined enjoyed his love of history too. The bikes couldn’t have been better for the terrain and were very comfortable with plenty of gears. I tend to find Explore holiday bikes are usually not great quality, so this was a pleasant surprise. Turkey has far exceeded our expectations and this has been one of my best ever holidays. If you’re not afraid of a bit of hot weather and undulating terrain and want to get a glimpse into local Turkish life, then I highly recommend you book onto this trip! Thanks again Paul for the fantastic memories you’ve helped us make.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Home-stay

Age Range

16-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kas, Dalyan, Köyceğiz, Fethiye

Kas, Dalyan, Köyceğiz, Fethiye, Saklikent Gorge, Sütleğen, Patara Beach

Duration8 days

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USD 1,590

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Real Turkey

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Want to see the real Turkey with a small group of likeminded travellers? On this 15-day adventure, you'll discover the cultural melting pot of the landscape that straddles both Europe and the Middle East. Indulge in some incredible local bites (and maybe some shisha, too), explore ancient ruins and walk in the footsteps of Marc Antony and the Trojan army, making strong connections along the way. Wander Istanbul at your own pace, then hit the coast to swim and sunbake in the Dardanelles Strait, the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, sailing along the south coast. Learn about the practices of Sufism and the art and performance of the whirling dervish, then spend a few days getting to know otherworldly Cappadocia. Wander the fairy chimneys, get up early to see the iconic sight of hot air balloons floating along the city’s skyline and maybe even treat yourself to a ride at sunrise!

Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Antalya, Cappadocia, C

Istanbul, Antalya, Cappadocia, Canakkale, Ayvalik, Selçuk, Pamukkale, Faralya, Fethiye, Kekova

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Duration15 days

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USD 1,935

USD 1,596

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USD 339

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Greece: Walking in the Greek Islands

(4 reviews )

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I had an exceptional, once-in-a-lifetime and unique experience on the G Adventures Walking in the Greek Islands tour. I loved the experience of not being the 'Chief Experience Officer' of the holiday for once, and was truely able to relax and enjoy myself. While it was a fantastic itinerary full of interesting and enjoyable activities, it was also the people that made it special.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

18-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Athens, Santorini, Tinos, Naxos

Duration8 days

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USD 3,999

USD 3,879

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USD 120

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Greece: Athens and Walking in the Greek Islands

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I was excited to experience Greece & loved the variety of what the trip offered. Athens history, city area- sunsets, Island hopping , time on & in the water at beaches and off boats, wine tours, food & hiking ! Some of my favorite things. And our guide Nikos pulled it all together ... he was exceptional! The whole package! JT took true pressure off me having to make decisions ! Thank you Gdventures!

Walking toursSightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Luxury Hotel, Resort

Age Range

18-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Athens, Santorini, Tinos, Naxos

Duration10 days

From

USD 4,999

USD 4,849

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USD 150

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Cruise the Med - 8 days

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SAILING HOLIDAY: Set sail from the enchanting coastal town of Marmaris on Turkey's Mediterranean shore, embarking on an unforgettable 7-night gulet cruise. Along the way, you'll anchor at secluded islands, picturesque inlets, and tranquil bays, with ample opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, and pure relaxation.

Cruise

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Marmaris, Ekincik, Kizil Island

Marmaris, Ekincik, Kizil Island, Fethiye, Gocek Island, Aga Limani

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Duration8 days

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USD 1,865

USD 1,585

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USD 280

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Dalmatian Coast & Montenegro Sailing

4.5

(4 reviews )

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As a repeated traveler with G Adventures company, I am sorry to say that this was not the best experience I had in my 2 weeks vacation due to above mentioned issues. The trip otherwise would have been fantastic as the sites are amazing and Sandre's knowledge and experience are remarkable.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Yacht Cabin, Villa, Hotel

Age Range

16-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Dubrovnik, Split, Budva, Bigovo

Dubrovnik, Split, Budva, Bigovo, Kotor, Tivat, Milna, Cavtat, Herceg Novi

Duration15 days

From

USD 3,899

USD 3,782

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USD 117

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Family Greek Coast Caique Cruise

(1 review )

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We had the best time on the Greek Caique Cruise. The itinerary was fantastic and Thanos knew everything and everyone. We swam off the boat every day and when we docked in various ports Thanos was able to point us to the best places to go, organise taxis for us if necessary and in the evening recommend the best restaurants.

Active and outdoorCruise

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin

Age Range

7-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Athens, Evia, Panagia, Marathon

Athens, Evia, Panagia, Marathon, Marmari, Karystos

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,460

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Sailing Croatia - Dubrovnik to Split

Sailing Greece - Mykonos to Mykonos

Walking in Crete

Family Turkey Coastal Active Adventure

Turkey: Istanbul, Ephesus & Cappadocia

Walking the Corfu Trail (South)

Six Days in Turkey

Cycle Turkey

Real Turkey

Greece: Walking in the Greek Islands

Greece: Athens and Walking in the Greek Islands

Cruise the Med - 8 days

Dalmatian Coast & Montenegro Sailing

Family Greek Coast Caique Cruise

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