Tour Passage Through The Balkans With Shores Of The Mediterranean

Accommodation

Two Nights, Belgrade, Hilton Hotel or similar Two Nights, Hotel Zlatibor Mona or similar Two Nights, Niš, New City Hotel or similar Two Nights, Stonebridge Hotel Skopje or similar Two Nights, Ohrid, Hotel Metropol or similar Makedonia Palace Hotel Thessaloniki or similar Kalambaka, Divani Meteora Hotel or similar InterContinental Athenaeum Athens or similar Nine Nights, Le Bougainville

Meals

Locally inspired dining – a total of 60 meals A wide range of onboard beverages on board cruise

Others

Experiences in 22 destinations Freedom of Choice inclusions in two locations

Transport

Transfers, porterage, port charges and gratuities

Guide

Expert APT Tour and Cruise Directors

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Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Others

Other activities and services not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Belgrade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Belgrade

Be met on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner.
Day 2 Day 2: Belgrade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Belgrade

See Belgrade on a walking discovery, including the Bohemian Quarter. Stroll down the curved street of Skadarlija, dotted with taverns, art galleries and antique shops. You’ll also visit the burial place of Josip Broz Tito, Belgrade Fortress, Kalemegdan Park and the Church of Saint Sava, one of the largest in the world
Day 3 Day 3: Belgrade, Zlatibor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Belgrade, Zlatibor

Farewell Belgrade and head to Zlatibor, a mountainous region that is considered one of the most beautiful areas of Serbia due to its pristine nature and clean crisp air. On the way, stop in a winery that has been family-owned for generations.
Day 4 Day 4: Zlatibor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Zlatibor

Embark on a ride aboard the Šargan Eight Railroad, a heritage narrow-gauge railway. Learn about this engineering accomplishment, originally built by Austro-Hungarian forces during World War I. Continue to the traditional village of Drvengrad for lunch, where filmmaker Emir Kusturica made his film, Life is a Miracle. Afterwards, spend the afternoon in Tara National Park. Here, you will see some of Serbia’s most stunning scenery. Forested slopes, breathtaking ravines, crystal-clear waters and the dramatic Drina River canyon, the third largest of its kind in the world.
Day 5 Day 5: Zlatibor, Vrnjačka Banja, Niš
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Zlatibor, Vrnjačka Banja, Niš

Visit the health resort town of Vrnjacka Banja, a favourite for European aristocracy due to its seven mineral springs. After a sightseeing discovery, head to Niš in Southern Serbia.
Day 6 Day 6: Niš
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Niš

Explore Felix Romuliana, an archaeological World Heritage-listed site. It was an imperial palace built on the orders of Galerius Maximianus. Then it’s time for your Signature Experience.
Day 7 Day 7: Niš, Skopje
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Niš, Skopje

Depart Niš for Skopje in North Macedonia. On the way, stop at Djavola Varos – meaning Devil’s Town. A nominee for the New Seven Wonders of Nature, it is made up of 202 unique ’earth pyramids’, towering up to 15 metres high.
Day 8 Day 8: Skopje
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Skopje

Get to know Skopje, Mother Teresa’s birthplace. The city has a distinct old-world charm evident in places such as the Čaršija, Stone Bridge, Tvrdina Kale Fortress and Old Bazaar.
Day 9 Day 9: Skopje, Mavrovo National Park, Ohrid
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Skopje, Mavrovo National Park, Ohrid

See Mavrovo National Park on the way to Ohrid, one of the oldest settlements in Europe, that also has the rare status as being both a cultural and natural World Heritage-listed site.
Day 10 Day 10: Ohrid
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Ohrid

Spend a full day discovering Ohrid. From traditional cobblestone streets with taverns and restaurants, to incredible architecture, Ohrid is a sure to leave you spellbound.
Day 11 Day 11: Ohrid, Bitolj, Thessaloniki
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Ohrid, Bitolj, Thessaloniki

Departing Ohrid, head towards the town of Bitolj for lunch, before leaving North Macedonia and entering Greece. Arrive in Thessaloniki.
Day 12 Day 12: Thessaloniki, Kalambaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Thessaloniki, Kalambaka

Enjoy a tour of Thessaloniki, including the Museum of Byzantine Culture. Here, wander the 11 rooms that depict life in Byzantium and gain insight into ancient architecture and art. It’s then time to sample Tsipouro – the local Greek brandy during lunch. Afterwards, arrive in Kalambaka for the evening.
Day 13 Day 13: Kalambaka, Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Kalambaka, Athens

Experience Kalambaka’s incredible rock formations at the Monasteries of Meteora. Originally formed by monks in the 14th century, they have now become a preservation ark for the 2000-year-old Christian Orthodox creed. Afterwards, continue to Athens.
Day 14 Day 14: Athens, Embark Ship, Corinth Canal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Athens, Embark Ship, Corinth Canal

Visit the Acropolis of Athens, an ancient citadel situated high above the city. Here, see the incredible Parthenon, Propylaia, Erechtheion and the Temple of Athena Nike. Continue to the New Acropolis Museum and view its magnificent galleries, including the Gallery of the Slopes, which houses finds from the ancient sanctuaries that were founded on the slopes of the Acropolis. Later, transfer to your small ship and after capturing a majestic sunset, commence cruising in the early evening, where you’ll transit through the Corinth Canal, only accessible by small ship. Later this evening, enjoy your first dinner on board your luxurious vessel.
Day 15 Day 15: Katakolon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Katakolon

Cruise to Katakolon, where you will visit the site of Ancient Olympia, one of the venues used for the original Olympics. Once upon a time, it was a small regional festival in the 11th century, which was dedicated to the God Zeus. At the main site, you will see the main temple devoted to the god, featuring a statue made out of ivory and gold. A local expert guide will also show you around the gymnasium where the athletes trained, as well as the main stadium where the games were held. Afterwards, you will enjoy a visit to a farm for lunch and a wine tasting straight from the oak barrels produced on the estate. You will be able to wander the property and see the animals.
Day 16 Day 16: Corfu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Corfu

Disembark your ship and travel to the picturesque village of Gastouri, where you will visit the Achilleion Palace. Here, admire intricate statues of the nine Greek muses. You’ll also have time to explore the palace rooms and take in exceptional views of the Ionian Sea. Afterwards we have prepared a special lunch for you.
Day 17 Day 17: At Sea
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: At Sea

Make the most of your luxurious ship with a day at sea. Perhaps take in an informative onboard lecture, relax and unwind in the revolutionary Underwater Lounge, or make the most of the sunshine and dine al fresco.
Day 18 Day 18: Valletta
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Valletta

Spend a full day immersed in the ancient and modern history of Malta’s Valletta. Disembark your ship for a city tour. After lunch back on your ship, head out on an Anzac history tour, finding traces of World War I scattered over the island. In 1915, 57,950 servicemen from the Gallipoli expeditionary forces were evacuated to Malta, which earned the nickname the ‘Nurse of the Mediterranean’. Tonight, step off the ship into the heart of town to absorb Valletta’s charm.
Day 19 Day 19: Pozzallo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Pozzallo

From Sicily’s Pozzallo, choose your sightseeing inclusion.
Day 20 Day 20: Palermo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Palermo

On the other side of Sicily is Palermo, one of the island’s most colourful cities. During a walking exploration, your guide will show you through the medieval quarters, the Spanish courtyards and the Arab-style street markets, where history, tradition and street food are mixed with voices of the locals. Continue through Cassaro and venture through narrow streets and ancient buildings to reach Norman Cathedral. Later, visit Palatine Chapel, dedicated to Saint Peter the Apostle and famous throughout the world for its Byzantine mosaics. Afterwards, enjoy some free time to further explore.
Day 21 Day 21: Cagliari
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Cagliari

From Sardinia’s Cagliari, choose your morning inclusion. On an afternoon discovery, see the Basilica of Our Lady of Bonaria, Poetto Beach and Molentargius Lagoon with its pink flamingos, before reaching the historic Castello district.
Day 22 Day 22: Bonifacio
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: Bonifacio

This morning, arrive at the fashionable French island of Corsica. Enjoy a guided tour of the fascinating Old Town, where medieval houses are perched on limestone cliffs.
Day 23 Day 23: Livorno, Disembark Ship, Depart Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: Livorno, Disembark Ship, Depart Rome

After breakfast, be transferred to the airport.

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Passage Through The Balkans With Shores Of The Mediterranean

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Itinerary of your trip Passage Through The Balkans With Shores Of The Mediterranean

Day 1: Arrive Belgrade

Day 2: Belgrade

Day 3: Belgrade, Zlatibor

Day 4: Zlatibor

Day 5: Zlatibor, Vrnjačka Banja, Niš

Day 6: Niš

Day 7: Niš, Skopje

Day 8: Skopje

Day 9: Skopje, Mavrovo National Park, Ohrid

Day 10: Ohrid

Day 11: Ohrid, Bitolj, Thessaloniki

Day 12: Thessaloniki, Kalambaka

Day 13: Kalambaka, Athens

Day 14: Athens, Embark Ship, Corinth Canal

Day 15: Katakolon

Day 16: Corfu

Day 17: At Sea

Day 18: Valletta

Day 19: Pozzallo

Day 20: Palermo

Day 21: Cagliari

Day 22: Bonifacio

Day 23: Livorno, Disembark Ship, Depart Rome

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