Balkan Dreams (25 destinations)

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Description

Summary

Starts
Zagreb
Duration
13 days
Languages
English
Minimum age
3 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of the Balkans, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes converge. From the vibrant streets of Zagreb to the ancient wonders of Sofia, this journey promises a tapestry of experiences. Traverse the picturesque towns of Bosnia, the coastal beauty of Montenegro, and the rich heritage of Bulgaria. Delight in guided tours, scenic drives, and culinary delights, all while staying in comfortable accommodations (Hilton or similar). Whether exploring the iconic stone bridge of Mostar or the awe-inspiring Meteora Monasteries, each day offers a new adventure. Join us for a journey that will leave you with lasting memories and a deeper appreciation for this captivating region.

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Included

Includes arrival transfer

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1 Lunch Included in: ETARA

10 dinner included in: ZAGREB, Sarajevo, DUBROVNIK, DUBROVNIK, Tirana, Ohrid, Kalabaka, SANDANSKY, PLOVDIV, BUCHAREST

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English speaking tour in: ZAGREB, Sarajevo, DUBROVNIK, Tirana, SOFIA, PLOVDIV, BUCHAREST

Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.

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Ticket admission: Tunnel of Hope in Sarajevo, Kravice Waterfall , Franciscan Monastery and Cathedral in Dubrovnik;  , Monastery in Meteora Valley , Rila Monastery , Roman Amphitheater, The Ancient Botica and The Armenian House in Plovdiv , Thracian Tomb Replica in Kazalnak , Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi , Basarbovski Monastery

City tour in: ZAGREB, Sarajevo, DUBROVNIK, Tirana, SOFIA, PLOVDIV, BUCHAREST

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ZAGREB

: ANTUNOVIC or MOVENPICK ZAGREB or GRAND HOTEL ZAGREB

ZAGREB

: INTERNACIONAL or IBIS STYLES SARAJEVO or NOVOTEL SARAJEVO BRISTOL

SARAJEVO

: HOLLYWOOD or GRAND HOTEL PARK or LERO

DUBROVNIK

: ROYAL NEPTUN or VALAMAR ARGOSY HOTEL or HILTON GARDEN INN TIRANA

TIRANA

: TIRANA INTERNATIONAL or METROPOL LAKE RESORT or METROPOL LAKE RESORT

KALAMBACA

: AMALIA KALAMBACA or KOSTA FAMISSI or DIVANI METEORA

TESALONICA

: DOMOTEL LES LAZARISTES or PIRIN PARK HOTEL or INTERHOTEL SANDANSKI

SANDANSKY

: PIRIN PARK HOTEL or ASTORIA GRAND or RAMADA SOFIA

PLOVDIV

: IMPERIAL or RAMADA PLOVDIV TRIMONTIUM or BOLYARSKI MERIDIAN

VELIKO TARNOVO

: PANORAMA or GURKO or BOLYARSKI MERIDIAN

VELIKO TARNOVO

: YANTRA GRAND HOTEL or MERCURE BUCAREST CITY CENTER or DOUBLETREE BY HILTON BUCHAREST UNIRII SQUARE

We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.

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Destinations

Shipka
Sofia - city in BulgariaSofia
Photo of the monument of freedom "Shipka" at sunset - St. Nikola peak, Kazanlak, Bulgaria.Kazanlak
Banja Luka - city in Bosnia and HerzegovinaBanja Luka
Photo of amazing aerial view of town of Sandanski, Bulgaria.Sandanski
The aerial view of Dubrovnik, a city in southern Croatia fronting the Adriatic Sea, Europe.Dubrovnik
Aerial view of Samuel's Fortress and Plaosnik at Ohrid in North Macedonia.Ohrid
Tirana County - region in AlbaniaTirana
Photo of historical Jajce town in Bosnia and Herzegovina, famous for the spectacular Pliva waterfall.Jajce
Zagreb - city in CroatiaZagreb
Photo of aerial view of the old bridge and river in city of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.Mostar
Thessaloniki Municipal Unit - city in GreeceThessaloniki
Photo of beautiful view of the Orthodox Rila Monastery, a famous tourist attraction and cultural heritage monument in the Rila Nature Park mountains in Bulgaria.Rila
Kastoria Regional Unit
Велико Търново -  in BulgariaVeliko Tarnovo
Kotor -  in MontenegroKotor
Antique building view in Old Town Bucharest city - capital of Romania and Dambrovita river. Bucharest, Romania, Europe.Bucharest
Photo of aerial view of ancient town of Melnik, Bulgaria.Melnik
Photo of aerial view of Plovdiv, Bulgaria.Plovdiv

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Attractions

photo of  view of Arapovo Monastery, Bulgaria,Zlatovrah Bulgaria.Arapovo Monastery
Thracian tomb Ostrusha
Photo of beautiful aerial view of Dubrovnik Dominikanski Samostan (Dominican Monastery, 1225) and the orange-tiled roofs of Old Town. Dubrovnik, Croatia.Dominican Monastery
Photo of beautiful aerial view of green Island Lokrum Near Dubrovnik Surrounded by a Big Blue Sea, Sailboats, Boats and a Yacht.Lokrum
Bandićeve Fontane
Plovdiv Regional History Museum
Photo of bridge and tunnel in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.Tunnel of Hope

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Zagreb

  • Zagreb - Arrival day
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  • Nikola Tesla Monument
  • Susedgrad old town
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Welcome to the vibrant city of Zagreb, where your adventure begins. After settling into your hotel (Hilton or similar), join us for a panoramic tour of Croatia's capital. Discover the charm of the Upper Town and the modern allure of the New Neighborhoods. Dinner is included, offering a taste of local cuisine.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Journey to Bosnia

  • Zagreb
  • Banja Luka
  • Jajce
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Embark on a journey through Bosnia, starting with Banja Luka, where you'll explore its fortress and cathedral. Continue to Jajce, a town of cultural diversity and natural beauty, before arriving in Sarajevo. Enjoy a stroll through the historic center and the enchanting Bazaar. Dinner is included.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Sarajevo to Dubrovnik

  • Mostar
  • Dubrovnik
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  • Apparition Hill
  • Emperor's Mosque
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Explore Sarajevo's rich religious tapestry with a guided tour of its mosques and synagogues. Travel to Mostar, famed for its iconic stone bridge, before crossing into Croatia. Arrive in Dubrovnik, where the evening is yours to explore. Dinner is included.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Discover Dubrovnik

  • Dubrovnik
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  • The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
  • Lokrum
  • Franciscan Church and Monastery
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Delve into Dubrovnik's historical treasures with a guided tour, including the Franciscan Monastery and Assumption Cathedral. Enjoy a boat trip to Lokrum Island, a serene escape with historical ruins. Free time follows before returning to your hotel. Dinner is included.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Montenegro to Albania

  • Dubrovnik
  • Kotor
  • Tirana
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  • Sokol grad
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Experience Montenegro's coastal beauty as you ferry across the Bay of Kotor. Explore the Venetian-influenced town of Kotor and the charming village of Budva. Continue to Albania, arriving in Tirana for an evening of leisure. Dinner is included.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Albania to Macedonia

  • Tirana
  • Ohrid
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  • National Park of Drilon
  • Prespa National Park
  • Column monument
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Discover Tirana's landmarks before journeying through Albania's mountainous landscapes. Cross into Macedonia, stopping in Struga for lunch. Arrive in Ohrid, where you'll explore the Plaosnik Monastery. Dinner is included.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Macedonia to Greece

  • Ohrid
  • Kastoria Regional Unit
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  • Clock Tower
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Travel through Macedonia, visiting Bitola en route to Greece. Explore Kastoria's medieval streets before reaching Kalabaka. Visit the awe-inspiring Meteora Monasteries. Dinner is included.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Greece to Bulgaria

  • Thessaloniki
  • Melnik
  • Sandanski
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  • Thessaloniki Waterfront
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Journey through northern Greece, stopping in Thessaloniki for exploration and lunch. Cross into Bulgaria, visiting the picturesque town of Melnik. Conclude the day in Sandanski, known for its spa offerings. Dinner is included.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Explore Sofia

  • Sandanski
  • Rila
  • Sofia
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  • Rila Monastery
  • St Mina Monastery
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Visit the stunning Rila Monastery before arriving in Sofia. Enjoy a guided tour of Bulgaria's capital, including the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Free time follows for personal exploration.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Discover Plovdiv

  • Sofia
  • Plovdiv
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  • Arapovo Monastery
  • Roman aqueduct
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Visit Bachkovo Monastery before heading to Plovdiv. Enjoy a tour of this ancient city, including the Roman Amphitheatre. Lunch is included, with time to explore the city's rich history.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: Bulgaria's Heritage

  • Plovdiv
  • Kazanlak
  • Shipka
  • Veliko Tarnovo
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  • Holy Forty Martyrs Church
  • Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak - Copy
  • Megalith
  • Shipka Memorial Church
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Explore the Rose Valley, visiting the Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak. Discover the Shipka Memorial Church and the ethnographic village of Etara. Conclude the day in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria's former capital. Lunch is included.

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Day 12

Day 12 – Day 12: Arrival in Romania

  • Veliko Tarnovo
  • Bucharest
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  • Karanvarbovka Monastery "Saint Marina"
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Visit the Basarbovski Monastery en route to Romania. Arrive in Bucharest for a panoramic tour, including the Palace of Parliament. Enjoy free time to explore the city's vibrant atmosphere. Lunch is included.

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Day 13

Day 13 – Day 13: Departure

  • Bucharest - Departure day
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Conclude your journey with a farewell breakfast, leaving with cherished memories of your multi-day tour through the Balkans.

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