Hidden Balkan with Greece

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Description

Summary

Starts
Belgrade
Duration
16 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
1 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 Belgrade to the ancient wonders of Athens, this journey offers a rich tapestry of experiences. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, savor local delicacies, and immerse yourself in the diverse cultures of Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia, and Greece. With comfortable accommodations and expertly guided tours, this adventure promises to be a captivating exploration of the Balkans' hidden gems and iconic landmarks.

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Included

- Airport arrival transfer

- Transportation as per the itinerary with modern, comfortable vehicles tailored to your group size

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Standard package:

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2 BB in Belgrade

in Royal Inn 4* / Mercure Excelsior 4* / Central Point 4* or similar

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1 BB in Zlatibor

in Palisad standard 4*/ Mona 4* / Buket 4* or similar

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2 BB in Sarajevo

in Old Town 4* / Colors Inn 4* / Movenpick 4* (Novotel) or similar

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1 BB in Trebinje

in Central Park 4* / Sesto Senso 4* / Platani 4* or similar

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2 BB in Budva

in Moskva 4* / Bracera 4* / Kadmo by Aycon 4* or similar

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2 BB in Tirana

in ART Tirana 4* / Senator 4* / Opera 4* or similar

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2 BB in Skopje

in Queens 4* / ibis Skopje City Center 4* / City Park 4* or similar

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1 BB in Thessaloniki

in Imperial Plus Urban Smart Hotel Thessaloniki 4* / Noa Hotel 4* / Modern Revival Luxury Hotel 4* or similar

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2 BB in Athens

in Athens Avenue Hotel 4* / Athenaeum Grand Hotel 4* / Gem Society 4* or similar

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Superior package:

- 2 BB in Belgrade

in Envoy 4* / Museum 4* / Moskva 4* or similar

- 1 BB in Zlatibor

in Palisad superior 4* / Bor by Karisma 5* / Zlatibor Residence 4* or similar

- 2 BB in Sarajevo

in Courtyard by Marriott 4* / Europe 5* / Baškuća 4* or similar

- 1 BB in Trebinje

in Central Park 4* / Nar 4* / Integra 4* or similar

- 2 BB in Budva

in Majestic 4* / Budva 5* / Iberostar Waves Slavija 5* or similar

- 2 BB in Tirana

in Black Diamond 4* / Lot Boutique 5* / Rogner Tirana 5* or similar

- 2 BB in Skopje

in Macedonia Square 4* / Holiday Inn 5* / Limak Skopje Luxury 5* or similar

- 1 BB in Thessaloniki

in Electra Palace Thessaloniki 5* / Daios Luxury Living Hotel 5* / Vanoro Hotel 5* or similar

- 2 BB in Athens

in Amalia Hotel Athens 4* / Perianth 5* / Electra Palace Athens 5* or similar

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BB

(Bed and Breakfast) service includes overnight stay with breakfast, while

HB

(Half Board) service offers both breakfast and one additional meal, typically dinner.­­

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- Professional tour guidance throughout the tour

- Tour logistics and organization by licensed incoming agency

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- All sightseeing tours and transfers that are written in the itinerary

- Entrance tickets to the Temple of Saint Sava, Oplenac Complex, Wooden-Town, Blagaj Tekke, Kotor Old Town, Matka Canyon Boat ride, Rila Monastery, Acropolis

- 1 bottle of water (0.5l) daily for each passenger

- 15 x breakfast

- Additional meals included in our experiences

- VAT, accommodation taxes and city taxes in every country

Experiences: Coffee & rakija in a Belgrade tavern (Serbian Morning Routine); Sava and Danube Rivers Cruise (Belgrade Sundown Cruise); Wine tasting in a local winery in Central Serbia (Šumadija Royal Wines); Dinner in a traditional Western Serbian restaurant (Zlatibor Gourmet Session); Train ride tickets on a heritage railway (Šargan Eight Railroad); Traditional Bosnian street food tasting (A Taste of History); Copper modelling workshop (Mostar Copper Artistry); Visit to the local market in Herzegovina (Trebinje Market Delights); Boat ride to the island and entry ticket to the church (Our Lady of the Rocks); Farm-to-table food tasting in Albania (Albanian Agrotourism Experience); Visit to an underground museum in Albania (Bunk'Art Tirana); Wine tasting in a local winery in North Macedonia (Wines of Vardar Valley); Visit to the unique complex of Orthodox monasteries in Greece (Wonders of Meteora)

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Map

Attractions

Photo of fortress in the Stari Grad Bar or Bar Old Town, a small town in Montenegro.Old Town Bar
Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Naselje Mostar, City of Mostar, Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKoski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
Photo of Acropolis Museum is archaeological museum focused on findings archaeological site of Acropolis of Athens in Greece.Acropolis Museum
photo of view of Building of Greek parliament in Syntagma square, Athens, Greece.Syntagma Square
TrebišnjicaTrebišnjica
Острвица
Ada Ciganlija, Banovo Brdo, Београд (Чукарица), Cukarica Urban Municipality, City of Belgrade, Central Serbia, SerbiaAda Ciganlija
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
Historic city of Perast at Bay of Kotor in summer, Montenegro.Kotor
Saint Sava TempleSaint Sava Temple
Viewpoint of Herceg Novi
Old Bazaar, Chair, Skopje, Municipality of Chair, City of Skopje, Skopje Region, North MacedoniaOld Bazaar
Zlatarsko jezero, Buradja, Nova Varos Municipality, Zlatibor Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaZlatarsko jezero
Photo of Sunset over monastery of Rousanou and Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapavsa in famous greek tourist destination Meteora in Greece.Meteora
Der Strand von Durrës
KalemegdanKalemegdan
Square Macedonia, Centar, Skopje, Municipality of Centar, City of Skopje, Skopje Region, North MacedoniaSquare „Macedonia“
Заовинско језероЗаовинско језеро
Belgrade FortressBelgrade Fortress
Photo of World War 2 memorial with eternal flame, in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.Vječna vatra
Photo of part of Berat castle, Albania.Berat Castle
Photo of Stari Most is a reconstruction of a 16th-century Ottoman bridge in the city of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina that crosses the river Neretva and connects two parts of the city.Old Bridge Mostar
Prince Mihailo MonumentPrince Mihailo Monument

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Belgrade

Day 1: Arrival in Belgrade

  • Ada Ciganlija
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Welcome to Belgrade, the vibrant capital of Serbia. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel (or similar) in the city. As you settle in, enjoy the sights of New Belgrade with its mix of Socialist architecture and modern business centers. In the evening, take a leisurely stroll to Skadarlija, the city's bohemian heart, where cobbled streets and traditional 'kafanas' offer a taste of local culture and cuisine. Overnight in Belgrade.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Belgrade

Day 2: Exploring Belgrade

  • Saint Sava Temple
  • Kalemegdan
  • Belgrade Fortress
  • Prince Mihailo Monument
  • More

Begin your day with a walking tour of Belgrade, starting at the bustling Knez Mihailova Street. Discover the city's rich history and architectural styles as you visit the Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park, offering stunning views of the Sava and Danube rivers. Cross into New Belgrade to witness the city's modern transformation. Visit the iconic Temple of Saint Sava before concluding your day with a scenic river cruise. Overnight in Belgrade.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Zlatibor

  • Belgrade
  • Topola
  • Zlatibor
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  • Острвица
  • Zlatarsko jezero
  • More

Depart from Belgrade and head south to Oplenac, a site rich in royal history. Explore the royal mausoleum and enjoy a wine tasting experience in the Šumadija region. Continue to Zlatibor Mountain, where you'll check into a mountain hotel. Enjoy a relaxing walk in the quaint town center and savor a traditional Serbian dinner. Overnight in Zlatibor.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: From Drvengrad to Sarajevo

  • Zlatibor
  • Mokra Gora
  • Visegrad
  • More
  • Tara National Nature Preserve Park
  • Заовинско језеро
  • More

Visit Drvengrad, a unique ethno village built by filmmaker Emir Kusturica. Experience the charm of the Šargan Eight Railroad before crossing into Bosnia and Herzegovina to explore Andrićgrad. Continue to Sarajevo, where you'll check into your hotel. Overnight in Sarajevo.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Sarajevo

Day 5: Discovering Sarajevo

  • Baščaršija
  • Vječna vatra
  • More

Explore Sarajevo, starting at the Vječna Vatra memorial. Discover the city's cultural and historical treasures, including the vibrant Baščaršija market. Savor local delicacies and enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace. Overnight in Sarajevo.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: From Mostar to Trebinje

  • Mostar
  • Blagaj
  • Trebinje
  • More
  • Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
  • Old Bridge Mostar
  • More

Travel to Mostar and visit the iconic Old Bridge and Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque. Continue to Trebinje, where you'll explore the charming town and its cultural influences. Overnight in Trebinje.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: From Trebinje to Budva

  • Trebinje
  • Dubrovnik
  • Budva
  • More
  • Trebišnjica
  • More

Experience the vibrant Trebinje market before heading to Dubrovnik, the 'Pearl of the Adriatic.' Explore its iconic sights and continue to Budva, Montenegro's tourist capital. Overnight in Budva.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Boka Bay

  • Budva
  • Perast
  • Kotor
  • More
  • Kotor
  • Viewpoint of Herceg Novi
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Discover the beauty of Boka Bay, starting with a visit to Perast and the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. Continue to Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before returning to Budva for free time. Overnight in Budva.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: From Montenegro to Albania

  • Budva
  • Bar
  • Bashkia Lezhë
  • Tirana
  • More
  • Old Town Bar
  • More

Visit Old Bar before crossing into Albania. Experience Albanian agrotourism and explore Tirana, the vibrant capital. Overnight in Tirana.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring Albania's Heritage

  • Tirana
  • Durrës
  • More
  • Der Strand von Durrës
  • Berat Castle
  • More

Discover Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Durrës, a vibrant coastal city. Return to Tirana for a leisurely evening. Overnight in Tirana.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: From Tirana to Skopje

  • Tirana
  • Ohrid
  • Skopje
  • More

Travel to Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before continuing to Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. Enjoy an evening exploring the city. Overnight in Skopje.

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Day 12

Day 12 – Day 12: Discovering Skopje

  • Skopje
  • Matka
  • More
  • Old Bazaar
  • Square „Macedonia“
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Explore Skopje's Old Bazaar and the stunning Matka Canyon. Enjoy a wine tasting experience before returning to Skopje for a relaxing evening. Overnight in Skopje.

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Day 13

Day 13 – Day 13: From Skopje to Thessaloniki

  • Skopje
  • Thessaloniki
  • More

Journey to Thessaloniki, where you'll explore Aristotelous Square and the iconic White Tower. Enjoy a free evening in this vibrant city. Overnight in Thessaloniki.

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Day 14

Day 14 – Day 14: From Thessaloniki to Athens

  • Thessaloniki
  • Athens
  • More
  • Meteora
  • More

Explore the breathtaking Meteora before continuing to Athens. Enjoy the picturesque scenery of southern Greece. Overnight in Athens.

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Day 15

Day 15 – Day 15: Exploring Athens

  • Athens
  • More
  • Acropolis Museum
  • Syntagma Square
  • More

Discover Athens, the cradle of democracy, with visits to the Acropolis and Syntagma Square. Enjoy free time to explore the city's vibrant heart. Overnight in Athens.

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Day 16

Day 16 – Day 16: Departure from Athens

  • Athens - Departure day
  • More

Conclude your Balkan tour in Athens. Extend your stay or arrange a transfer to the airport for your onward journey. End of services.

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