The Balkans From Coastal Croatia to Legendary Greece

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16 days

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Excellent overview of the Balkan’s history from WW2 to present. Excellent tour guide. Pace was good.

Carl R. | Traveled in October

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16 daysDuration

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44 peopleMaximum group size

1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Zagreb, Croatia

Athens, Greece

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Highlights

Take a private boat to explore Our Lady of the Rocks Island and breathtaking Boka Bay.

Explore the historic and architectural evolution of Tirana.

Come to know Metéora and visit one of its Byzantine monasteries, built over 600 years ago.

Itinerary

Journey through the Balkans, where dramatic coastlines meet storied cities, on this 16-day tour from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana. Designed for travelers who crave both cultural immersion and natural beauty, this moderately active group trip takes in Athens, Sarajevo, Tirana, and more, spanning five diverse countries.

Each day brings new discoveries—walk Dubrovnik’s ancient city walls or ride a cable car for sweeping views, cruise to Montenegro’s islet of Our Lady of the Rocks, and savor a home-hosted dinner in Bosnia with local specialties like klepe and burek. Explore the harmonious city of Sarajevo, rural Croatian traditions, and the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park with an expert guide.

The USP? Genuine local connections—shared meals, guided walks, and community encounters—woven seamlessly into a tapestry of natural wonders and historic sites, offering an authentic taste of the Balkans’ unique spirit.

day 1Overnight Flight

Set off for an adventure to the Balkans, a region where rocky coastlines and towering mountains meet a complex history and medieval cities. On your journey, generations of traditions come to life through local experiences amid stunning backdrops.

day 2Zagreb, Croatia

day 3Zagreb

day 4Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes

day 5Plitvice Lakes - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

day 6Sarajevo

day 7Sarajevo - Mostar - Dubrovnik, Croatia

day 8Dubrovnik

day 9Dubrovnik - Kotor, Montenegro

day 10Kotor

day 11Kotor - Fishtë, Albania - Tirana

day 12Tirana

day 13Tirana - Gjirokastra - Kalambaka, Greece

day 14Kalambaka - Metéora - Athens

day 15Athens

day 16Athens - Tour Ends

What's Included

Accommodation

Le Premier Boutique HotelThe Lyra Hotel Plitvice, Licko Petrovo SeloHotel Colors InnHotel AdriatikHotel CattaroHotel RognerDivani Meteora HotelNYX Esperia Palace Hotel

Meals

14 Breakfasts2 Lunchs7 Dinners

Transport

Transport Included

Guide

Guided by Tour Manager/s

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