Semi-Private Balkans Tour; Split to Athens or Corfu in 14 Days
Duration
14 days
Group Size
1 to 10 people
Ages
2 - 90
yrs
Languages
English
Tour Overview
Visit the UNESCO world heritage sites (Mostar, Kotor, Decan Monastery, Ohrid, Berat, Gjirokaster, Meteora,), be amazed by the stunning mountain formations in Kalabaka, and walk through the narrowed streets in the Stone city; Gjirokaster. This small group tour explores some of the most important destinations in each of the seven Balkan countries. You will be captured by the unique experience and lively Mediterranean vibe.
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 contro
- Please note that prices are calculated on double/twin/triple/quadruple room occupancy in a 3 stars hotel accommodation.
- Tips are not a must in the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour leader/driver as an international practice to tip good service.
Pickup
After having experienced the unique medieval town of Split (by yourself) be ready to get soaked up into your Balkan adventure. At 07:30 am you will be picked up from your hotel in Split by our local representative (driver) who will shuttle you to the border where you will meet your tour leader - Time zone: Europe/Zagreb
What's included
Hotel pick up in Split
Private transportation
Tourist taxes; International car insurance; Road taxes; Petrol
Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for all overnights, in 3 stars hotels
Hotel drop off in Athens or Port Drop off in Igoumtinsa (including ferry tickets to Corfu port)
Professional tour leader
Breakfast: 13
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Itinerary
After having experienced the unique medieval town of Split (by yourself) be ready to get soaked up into your Balkan adventure. At 07:30 am you will be picked up from your hotel in Split by our local representative (driver) who will shuttle you to the border where you will meet your tour leader
Overnight in Mostar.
After breakfast we will drive from Mostar to our next destination 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 magnificent UNESCO world heritage site. Overnight near Montenegrin Riviera.
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 center and many sights to visit, such as the St. Ivan church, the small church of St. Mary and the medieval splendors of the old town, which we will visit on this tour.
Overnight in Shkoder.
Breakfast:
Our first destination for today is 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.
Overnight in Tirane
Breakfast:
Today we will discover Tirana, the capital of Albania. Meet with your local companion, and enjoy a unique experience in the city while learning more about the city's culinary treasures.
Overnight in Tirana
Breakfast:
Today we will depart towards North Macedonia. Struga will be our first stop. We will have a quick drink by the beautiful source of Drini River, one of the longest in Western Balkans.
Overnight in Ohrid
Breakfast:
Our first stop for today will be St Naum. The monastery of St. Naum carries the name of a holy place. It is situated right at the source of River Crni Drim, which flows through Lake Ohrid. This monastery complex is part of the National Park Galicica and belongs to one of the strictly protected areas. Crystal clear, spring water reflects both the surrounding greenery and the mountain peaks in the background
Overnight in Berat
Breakfast:
Our next destination after breakfast is Berat, known as the town of 1001 windows, part of UNESCO world heritage. Walking through the narrowed stone streets offers a fantastic view of the medieval old houses, with windows that seem to stand on top of each other. The city’s life began in the 6th-5th century B.C. as an Illyrian settlement. Later, in the 3rd century B.C., it was turned into a castle city known as Antipatrea. Uniquely today, residents still live inside of the castle walls.
Overnight in Gjirokastra.
Breakfast:
Gjirokaster, also known as “The Stone City”, part of UNESCO World heritage is situated in Southern Albania on the eastern side of mountain “Mali i Gjere”. Gjirokastra resembles a fortified city where every single house is like a small fortress
Overnight in Gjirokastra.
Breakfast:
Our first destination for today would be Ioannina, known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and beautiful landscapes. As we wander through the cobbled streets of the old town, you'll be transported back in time. The remains of the Byzantine and Ottoman eras are evident in the architecture, with ancient walls and charming houses. Our next stop will be the imposing Ioannina Castle, which dates back to the Byzantine era. Within the castle walls, we'll find a labyrinthine network of narrow streets and historic buildings. As we wander through the vibrant streets, you'll encounter charming cafes, inviting you to savor traditional Greek cuisine and local delicacies.
Overnight in Kalabaka.
Breakfast:
This is the last day of your Balkan adventure marking the end of this amazing experience through the rich history and culture of this part of the World. You will be transferred towards Athens. We hope this has been a wonderful experience with great memories of these 7 West Balkan Countries to cherish for a lifetime
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