Best of the Balkans

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Best of the Balkans



Tour Description:

Journey from medieval ruins to ancient Roman sights on this 9-day exploration of the Best of the Balkans, featuring the historic town centers of Dubrovnik and Split. You'll wander through multicultural cities, hear moving stories of war and discover the stunning architecture. Centuries of history will be revealed through the eyes of Local Specialists who share their secrets of the Balkans.

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Dates & Pricing

Sunday 14 Jul 24 — Monday 22 Jul 24Starting at $1,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 21 Jul 24 — Monday 29 Jul 24Starting at $1,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 28 Jul 24 — Monday 05 Aug 24Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 04 Aug 24 — Monday 12 Aug 24Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 18 Aug 24 — Monday 26 Aug 24Starting at $1,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 25 Aug 24 — Monday 02 Sep 24Starting at $1,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 01 Sep 24 — Monday 09 Sep 24Starting at $1,750 Get a Quote
Sunday 08 Sep 24 — Monday 16 Sep 24Starting at $1,750 Get a Quote
Sunday 15 Sep 24 — Monday 23 Sep 24Starting at $1,725 Get a Quote
Sunday 22 Sep 24 — Monday 30 Sep 24Starting at $1,725 Get a Quote
Sunday 29 Sep 24 — Monday 07 Oct 24Starting at $1,650 Get a Quote
Sunday 06 Oct 24 — Monday 14 Oct 24Starting at $1,650 Get a Quote
Sunday 20 Oct 24 — Monday 28 Oct 24Starting at $1,625 Get a Quote
Sunday 27 Oct 24 — Monday 04 Nov 24Starting at $1,625 Get a Quote
Sunday 27 Apr 25 — Monday 05 May 25Starting at $1,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 04 May 25 — Monday 12 May 25Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 11 May 25 — Monday 19 May 25Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 18 May 25 — Monday 26 May 25Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 25 May 25 — Monday 02 Jun 25Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 01 Jun 25 — Monday 09 Jun 25Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 08 Jun 25 — Monday 16 Jun 25Starting at $1,850 Get a Quote
Sunday 15 Jun 25 — Monday 23 Jun 25Starting at $1,875 Get a Quote
Sunday 22 Jun 25 — Monday 30 Jun 25Starting at $1,875 Get a Quote
Sunday 29 Jun 25 — Monday 07 Jul 25Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Sunday 06 Jul 25 — Monday 14 Jul 25Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Sunday 13 Jul 25 — Monday 21 Jul 25Starting at $1,975 Get a Quote
Sunday 20 Jul 25 — Monday 28 Jul 25Starting at $1,975 Get a Quote
Sunday 27 Jul 25 — Monday 04 Aug 25Starting at $2,050 Get a Quote
Sunday 03 Aug 25 — Monday 11 Aug 25Starting at $2,050 Get a Quote
Sunday 10 Aug 25 — Monday 18 Aug 25Starting at $2,050 Get a Quote
Sunday 17 Aug 25 — Monday 25 Aug 25Starting at $1,975 Get a Quote
Sunday 24 Aug 25 — Monday 01 Sep 25Starting at $1,975 Get a Quote
Sunday 31 Aug 25 — Monday 08 Sep 25Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Sunday 07 Sep 25 — Monday 15 Sep 25Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Sunday 14 Sep 25 — Monday 22 Sep 25Starting at $1,895 Get a Quote
Sunday 21 Sep 25 — Monday 29 Sep 25Starting at $1,895 Get a Quote
Sunday 28 Sep 25 — Monday 06 Oct 25Starting at $1,825 Get a Quote
Sunday 05 Oct 25 — Monday 13 Oct 25Starting at $1,825 Get a Quote
Sunday 12 Oct 25 — Monday 20 Oct 25Starting at $1,825 Get a Quote
Sunday 19 Oct 25 — Monday 27 Oct 25Starting at $1,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 26 Oct 25 — Monday 03 Nov 25Starting at $1,795 Get a Quote


ITINERARY

Arrive Dubrovnik
Arrive in Dubrovnik where you'll get to see 'paradise on earth'- if George Bernard Shaw is to be believed. The famous playwright was a big fan of this medieval fortified city on Croatia's Dalmatian coast. Over the next day you'll uncover the city's unique appeal, but first meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for an included dinner this evening and a glimpse into what lies ahead.

Dubrovnik Sightseeing and free time
Today we join a Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour of the iconic highlights in Dubrovnik. Admire the Rector's Palace, Onofrio's Fountain and the city walls. Stroll through elegant courtyards and along limestone streets, admiring the remnants of Dubrovnik's Golden Age. Tonight, there's no better way to enjoy this shimmering coastline than embarking on an optional sunset dinner cruise to a secluded bay, with the illuminated city of Dubrovnik providing the perfect end to the evening.

Dubrovnik - Kotor - Budva
Journey through the spectacular scenery of Montenegro to the Old Town of Kotor, known as Stari Grad. Located beside a beautiful bay near the limestone cliffs of Mt. Lovćen, it's no surprise it's a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your Travel Director will take you on an orientation around this historic town. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Budva - Sarajevo
Small villages and broad plains line your route south into Bosnia-Herzegovina. Arrive later today in its capital Sarajevo, where a rich religious and multi-cultural heritage has earned it the nickname, the 'Jerusalem of Europe'. Warm Bosnian hospitality is on the menu tonight if you choose one of our two Optional Experiences. Join a local family in their home for tasty traditional cuisine or enjoy a lively encounter in a favorite local restaurant with dinner and entertainment.

Sarajevo Sightseeing
Today, centuries of religious history are reflected in Sarajevo's beautiful synagogues, mosques, and Orthodox and Catholic churches as you'll discover when you join a Local Specialist for a guided walking tour. You'll also visit the Old Town, view the largest mosque in the Balkans, and see the Eternal Flame and the Sarajevo Roses that are dotted across the city, standing as a stark reminder of the turmoil Sarajevo endured decades ago.

Sarajevo - Mostar
Today you’ll head to Mostar, joining a Local Specialist for an exploration of this historic multicultural city that witnessed an impressive resurrection after the Bosnian War. Part of its restoration can be seen in the traditional reconstruction of its medieval 'Stari Most', an Ottoman-style bridge. You'll delve into a tragic time not long ago when Catholic Croats, Muslim Bosniaks and Orthodox Serbs fought for supremacy amidst the colorful cobbled streets overlooking the Neretva River. You’ll have time to explore the city on your own or perhaps join a Local Specialist for a visit to Blagaj, famous for its natural spring and one of the most mystical cultural and historical villages in the country.

Mostar - Split
Sit back, relax and watch the stunning Adriatic coastline go by as you pass old fishing villages and modern resorts bound for Split, where modern façades reveal glimpses of an ancient Roman past. On arrival in Split, a Local Specialist takes you behind the city walls to this harbor town's heart, the 4th-century Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, followed by a leisurely walking tour through the historic Old Town. See how Gothic, Roman and Renaissance structures merge seamlessly across the cityscape. Admire Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and the 7th-century Cathedral of Saint Domnius as you explore its maze of narrow alleys. You'll have an evening to discover the Dalmatian capital on your terms or join an Optional Experience in a traditional stone basement konoba for a Dalmatian dinner and live music.

Split Your Way
Today is free for you to explore Split as you choose.  If you’re after more sightseeing, you could choose to spend the rest of your day by joining an Optional Experience to one of the glittering Dalmatian islands. Or perhaps indulge in some of the local vintages which have justifiably earned the islands their reputation as a celebrated wine center for centuries.

Depart Split
You've explored medieval monuments, witnessed the revival of war-torn cities and relaxed on the sun-kissed shores of the Adriatic. The allure of the Balkans will linger long after you've said goodbye to your travel companions.

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