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Description

Summary

Starts
Dubrovnik
Duration
9 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
15 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of the Balkans, exploring the rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cultures of Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia. From the medieval charm of Dubrovnik to the bustling streets of Belgrade, this journey offers a perfect blend of guided tours, local cuisine, and free time to discover each destination at your own pace. Join us for an adventure filled with historical sites, scenic hikes, and authentic experiences that will leave you with lasting memories.

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Included

8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners

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All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Premium leaders are Intrepid’s most experienced, with in-depth knowledge and extensive local networks to make it a trip of a lifetime.

Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. When not already included in your trip, your leader will be able to recommend a local guide service who can share more detailed or specialised information at specific sites should you be interested in delving deeper.

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Dubrovnik - Cavtat Tour

Mostar - Guided Tour with Coffee Experience

Stolac - Town Visit

Trebinje - Tvrdos Monastery Wine Tasting

Trebinje - Walking Tour

Konjic - Armijska Ratna Komanda ARK D-0 (Tito’s Bunker) tour

Sarajevo - Walking Tour

Sarajevo - Cooking Demo and Home-made Dinner

Višegrad - Town Visit

Tara National Park - Hike

Tara National Park - Steam Train

Belgrade - Walking Tour

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Private vehicle

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The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.

Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.

OCCASIONAL ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION:

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline. On rare occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our usual accommodation. A similar standard of accommodation will be used in these instances.

TWIN SHARE BASIS:

Accommodation on this trip is on a twin/multishare basis. We pair up solo travellers with another traveller of the same gender as per the gender marker on each of their passports. Please note there may be times where facilities will be shared rather than ensuite and rare occasions when you share a room with passengers travelling on different Intrepid trips than your own.

CHECK-IN TIME:

Throughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination.

PRE/POST TRIP ACCOMMODATION:

If you've purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights.

FACILITIES:

Your accommodation may not always have private en suite facilities or air-conditioning. European hotels generally don't provide kettles or fridges.

Comfortable Hotel (7 nights), Feature Stay (1 nights)

hotel: 7 night(s);

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Destinations

The aerial view of Dubrovnik, a city in southern Croatia fronting the Adriatic Sea, Europe.Dubrovnik
Photo of aerial view of the old bridge and river in city of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.Mostar
BelgradeBelgrade

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Attractions

Photo of panoramic aerial view of Koločep an island in the Mediterranean Sea, Croatia.Koločep
TrebišnjicaTrebišnjica
photo of view of The charming and historical town of Stolac in Bosnia and Herzegovina.Walled town of Vidoški
Tara National Nature Preserve Park, Rastiste, Bajina Basta Municipality, Zlatibor Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaTara National Nature Preserve Park
Photo of Bascarsija square with Sebilj wooden fountain in Old Town Sarajevo, capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina.Baščaršija
Most Musala
Clocktower, Grad Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, CroatiaClocktower
Amusement Park, Zemun, Zemun Urban Municipality, City of Belgrade, Central Serbia, SerbiaAmusement Park
Trebević, Pale Municipality (RS), City of Istočno Sarajevo, Republika Srpska, Bosnia and HerzegovinaTrebević
Photo of the architecture of the Rector's Palace is a mix of late Gothic and early Renaissance styles and due to an unfortunate series of events.The Palace was built in the 15th Century in Dubrovnik, Croatia.Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik
Fortica
Tornik, Jablanica, Cajetina Municipality, Zlatibor Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaTornik
Sarajevo City Hall, MZ "Baščaršija", Stari Grad Municipality, City of Sarajevo, Sarajevo Canton, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia and HerzegovinaSarajevo City Hall
Photo of large Onofrio Fountain on the Square at Stradun Street in the Old city of Dubrovnik, Croatia.Onofrio's Large Fountain
Заовинско језероЗаовинско језеро
Belgrade FortressBelgrade Fortress
Stara Ćuprija Konjic
Zemun City Park, Zemun, Zemun Urban Municipality, City of Belgrade, Central Serbia, SerbiaZemun City Park
Prince Mihailo MonumentPrince Mihailo Monument

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Dubrovnik

  • Dubrovnik - Arrival day
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  • Fort Royal
  • Dominican Monastery
  • Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik
  • Bellevue Beach
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Welcome to Croatia! Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Spend the day exploring the medieval Old Town, surrounded by city walls and the Adriatic Sea. Visit the 15th-century Rector's Palace, monasteries, and baroque churches. In the evening, join your group for a traditional Croatian dinner.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Dubrovnik - Konavle - Cavtat

  • Dubrovnik
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  • Koločep
  • Sea Kayaking Cavtat
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After breakfast, drive to the Konavle region, known for its fertile grounds and vineyards. Visit the town of Cavtat, famous for its architecture and pebble beaches. Enjoy a traditional 'peka' lunch with local wine. Return to Dubrovnik for a free evening.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Dubrovnik - Trebinje - Stolac - Mostar

  • Mostar
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  • Trebišnjica
  • Walled town of Vidoški
  • Zavala Monastery
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Cross into Bosnia and Herzegovina, starting with a walking tour of Trebinje's Old Town and a visit to Tvrdos Monastery for wine tasting. Continue to Stolac for lunch and exploration. Arrive in Mostar for a guided tour, learning about the local coffee culture.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Mostar - Konjic - Sarajevo

  • Mostar
  • Konjic
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  • Most Musala
  • Fortica
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Travel to Sarajevo, stopping in Konjic to explore Tito's nuclear bunker. Learn about Yugoslav history on a guided tour. Continue to Sarajevo, settle into your hotel, and explore the city with a local guide. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Sarajevo

  • Istočno Sarajevo
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  • Baščaršija
  • Trebević
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Enjoy a free day in Sarajevo. Explore Bascarsija market, visit museums, or take a cable car up Trebevic Mountain. In the evening, join your hosts for a home-cooked meal with stunning views over Sarajevo.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Sarajevo - Visegrad - Tara National Park - Zlatibor

  • Visegrad
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  • Tara National Nature Preserve Park
  • Заовинско језеро
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Travel to Serbia, stopping in Visegrad to see the 16th-century bridge. Continue to Tara National Park for a scenic hike. Stay near Zlatibor in wooden chalets with individual pools. Enjoy a traditional dinner to celebrate your first night in Serbia.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Zlatibor - Tara National Park - Belgrade

  • Belgrade
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  • Tara National Nature Preserve Park
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Explore Tara National Park with a scenic steam train ride through the forest and mountains. After a half-day adventure, drive to Belgrade for a free evening to explore the city.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Belgrade

  • Belgrade
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  • Nikola Tesla Museum
  • Amusement Park
  • Park of Republika Srpska
  • Kalemegdan
  • Belgrade Fortress
  • Zemun City Park
  • Prince Mihailo Monument
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Discover Belgrade with a guided walking tour, visiting Republic Square, Knez Mihailova Street, Kalemegdan Park, and Belgrade Fortress. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the Nikola Tesla Museum or Zemun. Join your group for a traditional dinner in the Skadarska quarter.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Belgrade

  • Belgrade - Departure day
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After breakfast, your adventure concludes. If you wish to extend your stay, contact your booking agent to arrange additional accommodation.

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