Small Group Tour; Central Europe & the Balkans - Vienna to Tirana
Duration
14 days
Group Size
1 to 10 people
Ages
2 - 90
yrs
Languages
English
Tour Overview
Embark on this journey to discover the enchanting allure of Budapest, the Queen of the Danube, and be captivated by the remarkable architecture of Subotica. Wander through the storied streets of UNESCO heritage sites of Mostar, Kotor, and Prizren. This intimate small-group tour will immerse you in the Central European gems lining the Danube River, as well as the treasures of the Balkans. Your adventure will take you to the essential cultural and historical sites of Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, and Kosovo. This 14 days tour of Europe and Balkan countries combines some of the most charming capitals, once part of the Austro-Hungarian empire, with the diversity and the uniqueness of the Balkans.
Additional information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All participants are responsible for having their own health/travel insurance.
- Tour’s schedule or itinerary may be affected/adopted due to; weather, Acts of God, labour strikes, bank holidays, site temporary closure/renovation or other external forces outside the Company’s control
- Please note that prices are calculated on double/twin/triple/quadruple room occupancy in a 3 stars hotel accommodation.
Pickup
What's included
Private transportation
Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
International car insurance, Road taxes, Petrol
Tourist taxes
BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for all overnights
Breakfast: 13
Hotel pick up in Vienna; Hotel drop off in Tirana
Professional Tour Leader
Other
Other
Other
Itinerary
After having experienced the cultural and historical splendor of Austria, Vienna (by yourself), our tour leader will come and pick you up at your hotel in Vienna.
Overnight in Bratislava.
After breakfast we will visit Bratislava, a charming city alongside the Danube. Exploring the medieval Old Town Hall, we will learn more about the ancient history of Slovakia. Bratislava's Old Town is known for its many churches and cultural institutions, it is also the location of most of the foreign states embassies and important Slovak institutions.
Overnight in Bratislava.
Breakfast:
Our journey continues towards Hungary. Our first stop will be the picturesque “City of Rivers”, Győr. The city is filled with a rich history, baroque architecture and tasty Hungarian food. The center of the city is surrounded with multi-color homes and churches.
Overnight in Budapest.
Breakfast:
Today we will explore the “Queen of the Danube”, Budapest. This scenic city is known for its singular mix of Baroque, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau architecture. The capital of Hungary is divided by the Danube into two parts: traditional "Buddha" and cosmopolitan "Pest". Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. We will pass by the Saint Stephen’s Basilica, the largest church in Budapest with neoclassical style. After we will stroll along the boulevards, the Opera, the Parliament building, Heroes' Square, and the 19th-century Fisherman's Bastion with its spectacular views over the city.
Overnight in Budapest.
Breakfast:
Our destination for today will be Subotica in Serbia, rich cultural heritage assets, intricately decorated buildings, multicultural spirit and European charm – these are the features that make this city distinctive. In Subotica, you will be eye-full of the vibrant colors, and outstanding architecture of the city due to its once importance and wealth during the Austro-Hungarian empire.
Overnight in Subotica.
Breakfast:
Right after breakfast, we will start our journey towards Novi Sad, considered to be the cultural capital of northern Serbia. Located on the historical border of two former empires – the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman, as a result you will be able to distinguish among the mixture of melting cultures influencing the town through centuries. You will immediately notice the Austro-Hungarian as well as the Ottoman influences. The town has a unique Baroque architecture characterizing some of its most important buildings. Not to be missed is the Petrovaradin Fortress also known as the Gibraltar on the Danube. We will be able to explore the old town walking through the pedestrian streets passing by Zmaj Jovina and Dunavska. Have some free time to enjoy the city on your own.
Overnight in Novi Sad.
Breakfast:
Novi Sad region is also very famous about the culture of wine production and high quality of fine wines. We will learn more about the region’s tradition on wine production in Sremski Karlovci, the center of Serbian culture in the 18th century and famous for the well-respected wine cellars. Sremski Karlovci is a real gem of Serbian culture and spirituality, which feels like a ‘museum town’ with its Baroque center. It is said that every building, house and street in the city have their own stories to tell. Sremski Karlovci has its own legend which claims that whoever drinks from the Four Lions fountain located in the city center will surely return to Karlovci and get married there. After the tour you will have some free time to taste different wine specialties of the region, by enjoying the spectacular views of the vineyards.
Overnight in Belgarde.
Breakfast:
After breakfast we will visit Belgrade. Our first stop will be Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park, built on the confluence of two big rivers Sava and the Danube. The view of the city from the Fortress is breathtaking. In the Upper Town of the Belgrade Fortress, you will visit the Pobednik monument with a history dating back to 1913. The park is a huge green area with beautiful trees and peaceful paths. We will walk through Knez Mihailova, the social midpoint of Belgrade locals until we reach Republic square.
After we will drive towards Bosnia and Herzegovina. Zvornik is a captivating town that seamlessly blends history, culture, and natural beauty. Situated along the banks of the serene Drina River, Zvornik offers a unique experience for both travelers seeking historical insights and those yearning for a tranquil escape. Have some free time to have lunch and try the local dishes or simply walk around the charming streets of Zvornik.
Overnight in Sarajevo.
Breakfast:
Today we will visit Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Today’s itinerary includes walking on uneven terrain, while visiting some of the ruins during our Sarajevo tour. You can still see many reminders of the Yugoslav War in bullet holes and cannon marks all around town. The tour will cover the stories of origins of Sarajevo and the medieval Bosnian Kingdom. We will visit the Ottoman and Austria-Hungarian parts of Sarajevo, which both with its stunning markets, bazaars, mosques, churches and synagogues will reveal the true nature of the real European Jerusalem.
Overnight in Mostar
Breakfast:
Our tour continues towards Kotor (Montenegro), a UNESCO world heritage site. We will wander through the maze of narrow, cobblestone streets crisscrossing the old town. This street plan seems quite chaotic, but it was created this way on purpose. The intention was to confuse intruders who came to plunder the town, while nowadays it characterizes the city. Many of the old buildings and churches have small plaques on it with their dates of construction and original use. We will visit the Saint Luke’s church which has a great significance for the locals because it represents unity to them. You will have the afternoon to your selves to explore this magnific UNESCO world heritage site.
Overnight near Montenegrin Riviera.
Breakfast:
Our first destination for today is Budva in Montenegro, a popular tourist destination, famous for its beaches, gorgeous nature and old characteristic buildings. The city is separated between an old and new part. On one hand, in the New Budva, there are many modern buildings, offices, shopping malls, restaurants and bars. On the other hand, in the Old Budva, there is the historical centre and many sights to visit, such as the St. Ivan church, the small church of St. Mary and the medieval splendours of the old town, which we will visit on this tour.
Overnight in Shkoder.
Breakfast:
Our first destination for today will be one of the best slow food Agro-tourism farms in the Balkans. We will take a tour around the farm. In addition, we will learn about the story of this farm and how it created jobs for more than 400 people in the surrounding area. The farm collects, elaborates and preserves regional bio fresh local products. We will also learn how this family business adapted some old communist buildings to serve as storage for local-made bio products. You will have some free time to enjoy a traditional lunch or buy some fresh produce products from the farm
Overnight in Prizren.
Breakfast:
After breakfast we will continue our tour towards Gjakova. The city has the oldest and largest bazaar of Kosovo. Even though, it got destroyed during the first Balkan wars, the second world war and the Kosovo war, the bazaar got rebuilt again to its old state and is a nice place to enjoy a meal or to take a look at the stores that sell traditional handmade crafts from local artisans and producers.
Overnight in Prizren.
Breakfast:
Our main destination for today will be Kruja, a historical city symbol of the Albanian resistance against the expansion of the Ottoman Empire during the XV century. Kruja is situated in central Albania on a rocky mountainous terrain about 560 meters above sea level, on the slopes of Sarisalltik Mountain.
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