Discover the Balkans Escorted Tour

This escorted tour is the perfect blend of cities, scenic spots, nature and historical sites. The Balkans is a land of great diversity and textures. Journey into medieval Europe visiting the best these three nations have to offer. The area is renowned for its history and culture.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Sarajevo

    On arrival, transfer to your hotel. This evening meet your tour guide and enjoy a welcome dinner. D. .

  • Day 2: Sarajevo

    Morning city tour visiting the picturesque Turkish bazaar, the mosque and Gavrilo Princip Museum. Afternoon at leisure. B..

  • Day 3: Sarajevo – Dubrovnik

    Drive through the marvellous gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar. See the remains of the Turkish quarter and the famous reconstructed stone bridge. B D. .

  • Day 4: Dubrovnik

    Experience the city on a walking tour taking in the sights of Old Dubrovnik, the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace. Also see the Monastery with the world’s oldest known pharmacy. Remainder of the day at leisure to keep exploring. B. .

  • Day 5: Dubrovnik – Split

    Day 5: Travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, passing old fi shing villages and new resorts to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, Diocletian’s Palace, Jupiter’s Temple and the Cathedral. B D. .

  • Day 6: Split – Trogir – Plitvice Lakes

    Depart for Trogir, the centre of artistic activities. Head inland and travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park. On arrival, take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. B D. .

  • Day 7: Plitvice Lakes – Bled

    Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort town of Opatija. Enjoy free time before continuing the journey north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterwards, continue to Bled, beautifully set amidst the Julian Alps. B D. .

  • Day 8: Bled

    Experience a sightseeing tour of the charming town on the lakeshore and imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure for optional activities, such as visiting the small island in the middle of the lake. B. .

  • Day 9: Bled – Ljubljana – Zagreb

    Start your day with a walking tour of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Visit the main sights of the city including the picturesque central open-air market, the Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall and Robba’s Fountain. Continue onto Zagreb. B D.

  • Day 10: Zagreb

    Tour the capital and see the historic Upper Town, St Mark’s Church, the Cathedral and Government Palace. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to the countryside. B. .

  • Day 11: Zagreb

    Your tour concludes with an airport transfer. B. .

* All prices shown are for low season, per person, twin share. Click here to see full Terms & Conditions.

Pricing

11 Days / 10 Nights From $2,451*

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Price Includes: Accommodation, transfers, transportation in modern air-conditioned coach, meals as specifi ed, sightseeing as indicated with English speaking guide and entrance fees.

Departs Sarajevo: Selected Thu 26Apr- 18Oct’12.

Tour Type: Locally Escorted Tour.

Highlights

  • Breathtaking Plitvice Lakes National Park
  • Charming town of Bled and its castle
  • Historic cities