Tour Highlights

Croatia | Albania | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Macedonia | Greece | Zagreb | Sarajevo | Dubrovnik | Tirana | Ohrid | Kalabaka | Athens

Itinerary

Day 01 - ZAGREB

Arrival in Zagreb. Weíll be ready to transfer you to your hotel. Our guide will join us with the group from Slovenia around lunchtime.
In the afternoon, at around 04:00 p.m. (time may vary), weíll embark on a panoramic tour with a local guide (included), giving us the opportunity to admire the city's two hills, the upper town, and the new neighborhoods of Croatiaís capital. Dinner will be included. 

Day 02 - ZAGREB - BANJA LUKA - JAJCE - SARAJEVO 

We'll depart early in the morning to travel to Bosnia. Border formalities may take some time. As we drive through certain areas, we'll be reminded of the tragic war of the 1990s. Our journey will take us through the majority-Serb territory of Bosnia, with our first stop in Banja Luka. Here, youíll have time to explore the capital of the autonomous entity of Republika Srpska, the second largest city in Bosnia after Sarajevo, known for its fortress and Orthodox cathedral. There will be time for lunch. 

We'll then continue to Jajce, arguably the most beautiful town in Bosnia, celebrated for its cultural diversity, mosque, fortress, and impressive waterfall (admission included). After some time to explore, weíll proceed to Sarajevo, arriving in the evening. Youíll have the opportunity to stroll through the historic center and visit the charming Bazaar, an old Ottoman market renowned for its architecture, oriental ambiance, and traditional shops. Dinner will be included.

Day 03 - SARAJEVO - MOSTAR - DUBROVNIK  

In the morning, we'll enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in Sarajevo, a captivating city known as the "Jerusalem of Europe" due to its coexistence of several religions. Mosques, churches, and synagogues showcase its rich religious diversity. Weíll explore the old town's strong Ottoman influence, highlighted by a magnificent mosque over 500 years old and a beautiful fountain. 

After our visit, weíll continue through an area of stunning beauty to Mostar, with its enchanting historic center and iconic stone bridge that separates the Orthodox, Muslim, and Catholic communities. You'll have time for lunch and a stroll through the city. Weíll then proceed to Croatia, where border procedures may take a while. We'll arrive in Dubrovnik at the end of the day. Dinner will be included.

Day 04 - DUBROVNIK  

We'll enjoy a panoramic tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide in the morning. We will undoubtedly be in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, perched on a cliff, surrounded by walls and kissed by the Adriatic Sea. Its intact historic center is a jewel of world architectural heritage. Weíll have the opportunity to enjoy a stunning view of the city from a scenic viewpoint along the road. The tour includes tickets to the Franciscan Monastery, home to the oldest pharmacy in Europe, and the Assumption Cathedral. We'll also take a boat trip to Lokrum, a small island just 15 minutes away that is home to the ruins of an eleventh-century Benedictine monastery, a popular setting for the series Game of Thrones.

Afterward, you'll have free time to explore at your leisure before returning to the hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner will be included.

Note: On some occasions, accommodation may be in Cavtat, a coastal town near Dubrovnik. From November to March, there is no boat service to Lokrum, so we will not visit the island during these months. 

Day 05 - DUBROVNIK - KOTOR - BUDVA - TIRANA

We'll set off early for Montenegro. After completing border procedures, weíll enjoy the stunning coastal scenery and the Bay of Kotor. Weíll take a ferry across the bay to Kotor, where you'll have time to explore this beautiful walled town with its strong Venetian influence. Next, we'll stop in Budva, a charming walled village surrounded by the sea, for lunch. Then we'll travel to Albania. After customs procedures, we'll go to the capital, Tirana, where youíll have some free time to explore. Dinner will be included. 

Day 06 - TIRANA - STRUGA - OHRID

Today, we'll embark on a panoramic tour of Tirana, the capital of Albania, visiting its mosques, the Clock Tower, and the ministries. Around midday, weíll head inland, passing through Albania's tall mountain scenery and little villages. Enjoy the beautiful countryside around Lake Ohrid, which forms the border with Macedonia. 

We'll continue to the Republic of Macedonia (border procedures) and stop for lunch in Struga, a picturesque town on the lake's shores. Weíll then proceed to Ohrid, a city rich in Ottoman influence and a designated World Heritage Site. You'll have time to explore the Plaosnik Monastery, or the ancient university founded in the ninth century. Dinner will be included.

Day 07 - OHRID - KASTORIA - KALABAKA

Today, we'll travel through Macedonia to Greece, passing through Bitola, a historic city known as the 'City of Consuls'. We'll undergo border procedures when entering Greece, whose northern region boasts strong Slavic and Ottoman influences and rugged terrain. 

Our journey will continue to Kastoria, the city of the 100 churches, renowned for its medieval streets and delightful lakeside restaurants. In the afternoon, we'll head to Kalabaka. Here, we'll visit the Meteora, an awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Site, where youíll have the chance to visit one of its most famous monasteries (admission included). Dinner will be included.

Day 08 - KALABAKA - DELPHI - ATHENS

We'll journey south through the Thessaly region, where youíll experience stunning landscapes, before reaching Delphi. Here, we'll explore the exquisite archaeological site overlooking the Gulf of Corinth, with breathtaking views. There will be time for lunch. 

Following that, we'll head to the Hosios Loukas Monastery, renowned as one of the most beautiful Byzantine monasteries in Greece and a World Heritage Site. Its magnificent 11th-century mosaics are truly remarkable. We'll then continue our journey towards Athens, arriving in the evening.

Day 09 - ATHENS 

We'll embark on a city tour of Athens with a local guide, visiting landmarks such as the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the National Library, and the bustling squares of the city center. We'll also explore the newer neighborhoods that developed after the 2004 Olympic Games. The tour will conclude at the Acropolis (admission not included). 

In the evening, we'll provide a transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, renowned for its charming Greek tavernas and opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich folklore of this country.

Day 10 - DEPARTURE

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.