16 days tour

A Taste Of The Balkans Featuring Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia

A Taste Of The Balkans Featuring Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia

This tour includes:

Transport

Coach

Meals

14 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners

Accommodation

Day 1 - overnight flight Day 2 to 3: Hotel More Day 4 to 5: Hotel Cattaro Day 6 to 7: Colors Inn Day 9: The Lyra Hotel Day 10 to 12: Roxanich Wine & Heritage Hotel Day 13 to 14: Grand Plaza Hotel Day 15: Hotel Le Premier

Others

All sightseeing and activities stated as included.

Guide

Local guides

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Optional

Family Olive Grove Tour - $80 pp Kotor Duration: 3.5 Hours Your transportation is included Immerse yourself in the local culture when you set out on a tour of a traditional, family-run olive grove. Follow along at this centuries-old grove and learn all about olive oil production and cultivation. Explore a mix of both old and new technology, featuring a fully-functional 150-year-old olive mill. You can also get a taste for the local cuisine and enjoy a spread of traditional snacks, like cheese pie and fried zucchini, and of course, olives! At the end of the day, youโ€™ll have a newfound appreciation for this local delicacy and youโ€™ll even be able to differentiate quality olive oil from its average counterparts. This option should be booked prior to departure, Availability cannot be guaranteed while on tour. Guests should be prepared to walk for 45 minutes at a time. Live Like an Authentic Bosnian Villager - $80 pp Sarajevo Duration: 8 Hours Your transportation is included Explore a different way of life and spend the day in an authentic Bosnian village. It all starts with a scenic drive through the highlands of Bosnia, where you can gaze out the window and admire sprawling greenery and soaring peaks. Then, strap on your hiking shoes because the rest of the journey to the remote village takes place on foot. After working up your appetite during a light hiking trip, enjoy lunch in a traditional Bosnian villagerโ€™s home. Spend some more time connecting with the locals before you set out once more to explore a picturesque canyon tucked among the mountain ranges. Conclude your day with a return hiking trip and a relaxing drive back to your hotel. To participate in this option, guests should be in good physical condition. A short 30 minute hike is involved. Dress to be outside with comfortable shoes & layers. Underground Bunker Exploration - $50 pp Sarajevo Duration: 3.5 Hours Your transportation is included Spend your morning touring the nuclear bunker of former Yugoslav President Josip Broz Tito. Nicknamed โ€œTitoโ€™s Bunker,โ€ this underground military command center was built to protect the Yugoslavian president and up to 350 members of his inner circle. During your tour, you can explore historical relics and meander through a wide collection of rooms, from residential areas to places dedicated to strategic planning. Uncover this underground fortress, once a secret to the world.

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip A Taste Of The Balkans Featuring Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia

  • Day 1 Day 1: Overnight Flight
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Overnight Flight

      Uncover a region where rocky coastlines and towering mountains meet a complex history and medieval city walls. Explore this unique region, and get a glimpse into generations of traditions while connecting with welcoming locals.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Dubrovnik, Croatia - Tour Begins
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Dubrovnik, Croatia - Tour Begins

      Discover the twisting cobblestone streets and burnt-orange rooftops of Dubrovnik, a city rich in history and charm. Meet your fellow travelers and look out over the sparkling Adriatic Sea during dinner, featuring local seafood dishes.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Dubrovnik
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Dubrovnik

      Start your day off with a tour of the ancient streets of Dubrovnik, and feel the history and timelessness of the city. Then, personalize the rest of your day because itโ€™s your choice! See the famous city walls, still standing from the Middle Ages -OR- hop into a cable car for incredible views of the entire city from above. The remainder of the day is yours to do as you please.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Dubrovnik - Kotor, Montenegro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Dubrovnik - Kotor, Montenegro

      Leave Croatia and make your way into Montenegro. Begin your journey on a private boat and head to the islet of Our Lady of the Rocks. Visit the church before continuing on to the old town of Kotor (UNESCO). Settle into your historic hotel โ€“ an 18th-century building that is part of the original city walls. Take advantage of a free afternoon to explore this beautiful city on your own. Complete your day in a quiet corner of Old Town Kotor in a cozy family restaurant.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Kotor
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Kotor

      Today is at your leisure to explore Kotor. Perhaps youโ€™ll go on an optional excursion to Njegusi, a quiet and peaceful village located on the slope of Mount Lovcen about 900 meters above sea level. Learn about the tradition of prosciutto and homemade cheeses famously produced here and sample these specialties.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Kotor - Mostar, Bosnia And Herzegovina - Sarajevo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Kotor - Mostar, Bosnia And Herzegovina - Sarajevo

      Cross into Bosnia and Herzegovina and spend time in Mostar, home to the iconic arched Stari Most Bridge (UNESCO). Explore Mostar with your guide before having lunch in a traditional restaurant in the old part of the city. Continue on to Sarajevo โ€“ Bosnia and Herzegovinaโ€™s capital city where East meets West โ€“ and your home for the next 3 nights. Reminiscent of a European Jerusalem, find an ever-evolving conglomeration of religious sects all living in harmony. Perhaps youโ€™ll take an evening stroll with your Tour Manager to get familiar with the area.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Sarajevo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Sarajevo

      With an expert guide, discover Sarajevo, perhaps most famous as the starting point of WWI. As you make your way along the storied roadways, admire the significant blend of religions and architectural styles. Take advantage of free time before itโ€™s your choice! Uncover the cityโ€™s past with a local siege survivor, spending time in the Sarajevo Tunnel Museum before visiting the bobsled track on Trebevic Olympic Mountain -OR- visit Gallery 11/07/95, which documents the cityโ€™s 20th-century turmoil through photography.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Sarajevo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Sarajevo

      Enjoy time on your own today. Consider an optional excursion to Lukomir Highland, where youโ€™ll hike to a remote village and bond with locals over lunch. Or maybe youโ€™ll embark on an optional tour of Titoโ€™s Bunker, exploring the former presidentโ€™s personal hideout. No matter how you spend the day, connect with locals at a home-hosted dinner. Enjoy regional favorites such as klepe (meat dumplings) and burek (flaky filled pastries). Drink Bosnian coffee as you listen to traditional folk music.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Sarajevo - Plitvice, Croatia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Sarajevo - Plitvice, Croatia

      Make your way through Bosnia and into northern Croatia, arriving in Plitvice in the late afternoon. Your hotel supports a Serbian community center where local women produce traditional crafts and bake homemade goods. Experience an Impact Moment when you learn how the local women are keeping the community alive through their traditions and crafts. As the day ends, enjoy an authentic โ€œunder the bellโ€ dinner, where lamb and vegetables are slow-roasted under a giant iron bell for hours.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Plitvice Lakes - Motovun
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Plitvice Lakes - Motovun

      Take in the forested landscape of Plitvice Lakes National Park (UNESCO) with a guide. Walk along the cascading lakes and the free-flowing waterfalls before cruising through the park by boat. Head to the Istrian Peninsula, where rolling hills and vineyard rows meet seaside towns full of Mediterranean cuisine. Settle into the Roxanich Wine and Heritage Hotel, your home for the next 3 nights, nestled at the base of a hilltop village.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Motovun - Rovinj - Motovun
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Motovun - Rovinj - Motovun

      Travel off the beaten path to the fishing village of Rovinj.* Uneven cobblestone streets lead into sidewalk cafes, boasting an atmosphere of welcoming locals. After getting acquainted with the humble port town, take advantage of some free time to explore on your own. Return back to Motovun and enjoy dinner in a family-owned restaurant.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Motovun
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Motovun

      Feel like a local and join a family on their forested property for a truffle-hunting adventure. Follow their friendly dogs on your quest for the coveted mushrooms, then sit down for a tasty truffle-inspired lunch. Head back to town for an evening on your own. Consider joining your Tour Manager on a leisurely walk to the top of the village for views of the surrounding area.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Motovun - Ljubljana, Slovenia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Motovun - Ljubljana, Slovenia

      Cross into Slovenia and spend time at Lipica Stud Farm, the famous breed of the Habsburg Empire. Meet purebred Lipizzan horses, dating back to the 16th century, and take a horse-drawn carriage ride to a picnic lunch in the meadows. Arrive in Ljubljanaโ€™s city center, your home for the next two nights. Embark on a city tour to acquaint yourself with this incredible city before having a night to explore on your own.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Ljubljana - Bled - Ljubljana
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Ljubljana - Bled - Ljubljana

      Today, head to the beauty of Lake Bled. Ride in a Pletna Boat to the isle of Bled, visit the secluded and picturesque St. Maryโ€™s Church on the island, and then get a chance to sample delicious kremลกnita (cream cake), a local favorite. Return to Ljubljana where the remainder of the day is yours.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Ljubljana - Zagreb, Croatia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Ljubljana - Zagreb, Croatia

      This morning, say goodbye to beautiful Slovenia and continue your journey to Zagreb, the storied capital of Croatia. After discovering the city with your local guide, toast to the end of your adventure at a farewell dinner.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Zagreb - Tour Ends
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Zagreb - Tour Ends

      Wish Croatia goodbye as you depart for home.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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