12 days tour

Balkan Highlights

Balkan Highlights

This tour includes:

Transport

Transports in air-conditioned vehicles

Guide

Small group with max. 14 guests guaranteed from 4 guests German speaking, local tour guide and additional local guest guides in several cities .

Meals

Mahlzeiten lt. Programm

Accommodation

Transfer from Tirana airport to the hotel and back, waiting time at the airport possible. 11 nights in double room (DR) with bath or shower/WC, some with pool and air conditioning.

Flights

Outbound flight : Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) - Tirana International Airport (TIA) Return flight: Tirana International Airport (TIA) - Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) Flight (Economy) to Tirana (TIA) and back, subject to availability Attention: Due to fluctuating airfares, prices may currently vary. Our team will be happy to provide you with a final offer.

Others

Programme as described including entrance fees

Not included:

Others

Keine Versicherungen im Reisepreis enthalten. Wir empfehlen den Abschluss einer Reiserรผcktrittskosten-Versicherung. Trinkgelder und persรถnliche Ausgaben

Optional

Rail&Fly-Ticket der Deutschen Bahn: 73 โ‚ฌ (2. Kl.); bitte bei Anmeldung mitbuchen.

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Balkan Highlights

  • Day 1 Day 1: Mirรซdita, Albania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Mirรซdita, Albania

      At the airport in Tirana your tour guide will welcome you. You will cross the northern Macedonian border to Ohrid (UNESCO World Heritage Site). The city is often referred to as the "Jerusalem of the Balkans" due to its abundance of churches. You will get to know your tour guide and fellow travelers better over dinner. 1 night in Ohrid. (A)

  • Day 2 Day 2: Nature Experience Matka
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Nature Experience Matka

      After breakfast you will explore the historical streets of Ohrid during a city walk. Afterwards, you will set off in the direction of Skopje. On the way you will visit one of the most popular natural regions of Northern Macedonia, Lake Matka. Enjoy a short walk to the medieval Matka Monastery, where your boat is already waiting for you. From the water you will discover the mighty gorge and the stalagmite cave Vrelo. Only a few kilometers away is the capital Skopje. During your tour you will see, among others, the Turkish Bazaar and the Daut Pasha Hamam, witnesses from the Ottoman period. 1 night in Skopje. (F)

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

      Day 3: Kosovo

      declared its independence in 2008, which remains controversial to this day. A symbol of the new beginning is the Newborn Monument in Pristina, which was inaugurated on the day of the declaration of independence. On each anniversary, the sculpture is repainted - a reflection of the countryโ€™s development and soul. During your city tour you will pay a visit to this monument and other sights. In the afternoon, the monastery of the Patriarchate of Peja (UNESCO World Heritage Site), located at the entrance to the Rugovska-Klisura Gorge, awaits you. Look forward to a tour with the monks. You can spend the evening according to your taste. 1 night in Peja. (F)

  • Day 4 Day 4: Continue To Serbia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Continue To Serbia

      Picturesquely, on a hill above the village of Ras near Novi Pazar, lies the oldest church in Serbia, St. Peterโ€™s Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site). The aura of the nave as well as the adjacent cemetery lend majesty to the ancient structure. After sightseeing and a lunch break, arrive in Belgrade in the evening. 2 nights there. (B/A)

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

      Day 5: Belgrade

      In Belgrade you will get to know the most beautiful corners of the metropolis on a city walk: Kalemegdan Park and the impressive fortress overlooking the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Heavily fought over, the fortification was destroyed and rebuilt several times. Today, the fortress hill is divided into Upper and Lower Town and Big and Little Kalemegdan. Marvel at the beautifully situated area and its long history. You will end your tour in the artistsโ€™ and trendy district of Skadarlija - ideal for starting your free afternoon. (F)

  • Day 6 Day 6: "Sargan 8" And Visegrad
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: "Sargan 8" And Visegrad

      Through green forests and mountains you drive into the nature park Sargan. The "Sargan 8", a narrow-gauge railroad from the 1920s, runs here. At the historic railroad station you board the restored steam locomotive and feel transported back a century. Visegrad with its beautiful bridge over the Drina River (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Sarajevo await you. After an orientation stroll through the old town, you will stop for dinner in the capital. Do you still feel like an evening walk to the White Fortress? The view of the city at sunset is highly recommended. 1 night in Sarajevo. (B/A)

  • Day 7 Day 7: Bosniaโ€™S Most Beautiful Cities
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Bosniaโ€™S Most Beautiful Cities

      After breakfast, you will explore Sarajevo, one of the most culturally diverse cities in Europe. In the old Turkish Quarter, you will see craftsmen practicing their art in the coppersmith street. After the tour, you will have an optional opportunity to take a closer look at the Bosnian War and visit the escape tunnel from the time of the 1992-95 city siege. Afterwards, you will start a relaxing afternoon in Mostar. On your guided walking tour of the Old Town, stroll across the Stari Most Bridge (UNESCO World Heritage Site) - the symbolic bridge between East and West - and enjoy a coffee in the Old Town. 1 night in Mostar. (B/K)

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

      Day 8: Dubrovnik

      Today you will see the sea! Dubrovnik in southern Croatia is considered the most beautiful city on the Adriatic. On foot you will discover the car-free Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a jewel of late medieval architecture. The city walls can be walked all around, but the old town itself is also worth an extensive exploration. You have the afternoon at leisure. Stroll through the beautiful alleys or book an excursion to the island of Lokrum with your local tour guide. 1 night in Dubrovnik. (F)

  • Day 9 Day 9: Along The Coast
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Along The Coast

      drive to Montenegro to the magnificent Kotor (UNESCO World Heritage Site). The medieval town with its winding and pink-paved streets flirts with its Venetian and Byzantine influences. Enter the old town through the main gate and begin your tour at the main square with the clock tower. Against the picturesque backdrop of the green-forested mountains, the idyllic square lined with cafรฉs exudes a charm that invites you to linger. There will be time for exploration in the afternoon. 2 nights in Kotor. (F)

  • Day 10 Day 10: Pure Nature In Montenegro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Pure Nature In Montenegro

      Cetinje is the historical capital of Montenegro. Stately embassy buildings and linden avenues are silent witnesses of the former political importance of the pretty little town. After your tour you will go to Lovcen National Park with its magnificent mountain scenery. The mausoleum of the poet prince and national hero Peter Njegos is located on the second highest peak. From here you have an indescribable view - in clear weather even as far as Italy! Later you will visit the mountain village of Njegusi, famous for its ham. Here you will taste delicious Montenegrin specialties such as smoked cheese, wine and of course ham. (B/M)

  • Day 11 Day 11: Back In Albania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Back In Albania

      visit the historical town of Kruja. Cobblestones, narrow streets and wooden stores await you in the Ottoman bazaar. The fortress, which is worth seeing, also houses the historical museum dedicated to the national hero Skanderbeg and his resistance against the Ottomans. In the late afternoon you will arrive in Tirana. After a city tour, stop for a farewell dinner. 1 night in Tirana. (B/A)

  • Day 12 Day 12: Return Home
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Return Home

      Transfer to Tirana airport and return flight. (F)

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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: 18 / Max: 85

Age range allowed for this experience.

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