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Balkan Cities and Coasts


Explore the highlights of the Balkans

from £1,965 pp - 8 days/7 nights

(5/5) based on 1 review
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By Albania Explorer

Overview:

This tour takes you in a full circle exploring the Balkan Region with its diverse culture and history. The itinerary has been carefully created for you to explore the highlights of this beautiful region while making the most of your Balkan holidays. During this 8-night/9-day tour you will visit Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Slovenia & Croatia, experiencing quaint villages, lovely beaches, ancient ruins, unspoilt nature and a variety of cultures.

Holiday price is from £ 1,965 per person based on availability and two people sharing a double/twin room. 

2023 Departure Dates:

DEPARTURE RETURN                         
26 May 02 Jun
16 Jun 23 Jun
30 Jun  07 Jul
15 Sep 22 Sep
29 Sep 06 Oct
20 Oct 27 Oct

  Split to Tirana

Departure return                                                                                                                                              
01 Jun  08 Jun
15 Jun 22 Jun
31 Aug 07 Sep
14 Sep 21 Sep
05 Oct 12 Oct

 

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Tirana (Albania)

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is free. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at Welcome Dinner.

Accommodation at Tirana, Colloseo or similar 

Day 2: Tirana

On a Morning sightseeing tour, see Sheshi Skenderbej (Skanderbeg Square) the Mosque of Ethem Bey, the Clock Tower, and the statue of G.K. Skanderbeg, Albania’s national hero; the Palace of Culture, built with Soviet assistance, and the National History Museum with a mosaic on its façade portraying Albanian history. Your afternoon is free to continue exploring on your own, shop, or simply just relax.

Day 3: Tivat, Montenegro

After breakfast we leave Tirana towards town of Shkodra, nowadays a major cultural center. Shkodra was the center of the Illyrian tribe Labeat and was taken by the Romans in the year 168 B.C. We have views of the Rozafa Castle, magnificently situated on a rocky outcrop of limestone high above the city, before we cross the border to Montenegro and drive via Bar, Budva to Tivat. Dinner upon arrival.

Accommodation at Tivat, Palma or similar

Day 4: Tivat to Dubrovnik, Croatia 

After the breakfast, continue to Dubrovnik. On the way you will see Kotor Bay, the only South European fiord. After checking into your Dubrovnik’ hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Accommodation at Dubrovnik, Lacroma or similar 

Day 5: Dubrovnik

After the breakfast, walking tour of Old Dubrovnik visit the Rector's Palace, and see the Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery, and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is free or join us for Optional Excursion home hosted Dubelj with dinner.

Day 6: Split

Travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to the city of Split.

Accommodation at Split, Artium or similar 

Day 7: Split 

In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then see the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The rest of the day at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split, enjoy at the beach or join us on an Optional Excursion to Jet Set spot of rich and famous – Island of Hvar.

Day 8: Departure, Split

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

Package Includes:

Flight from London to Tirana 

First class hotels, rooms with private facilities

Airport arrival transfer in Athens on day 1 and departure transfer in Dubrovnik on day 8

Breakfast daily and 4 dinners

Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach

Professional Tour Director throughout

Luggage handling

Whisper technology enhanced touring

Service charges and hotel taxes

Sightseeing tours: Tirana, Kotor, Dubrovnik and Split

 

 


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Hotel Kruja

Tirana, Albania - 3 stars 

Hotel Kruja is located in the centre of the city Tirana only a short walk away from the main squre Skanderbeg. The location is also close to many other sights such as National History Museum and the Pyramid of Tirana. 

Hotel Tradita

Shkodër, Albania - 3 stars

Hotel Tradita is a hotel with authentic atmosphere located in one of the most historic places in Albania, Shkodër. The hotel fits in with the city’s architecture and traditional Albanian style has been used in its decorating. 

Balkan Hotel Garni

Belgrade, Serbia - 4 stars

Balkan Hotel Garni is a 4-star luxury and comfort hotel located near the centrum of Belgrade and it is within walking distance of many attractions such as Ada Ciganlija and Kosutnjak park. 

Hotel Saraj

Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina - 3 stars

Hotel Saraj is a 140-room hotel in the centre of Sarajevo. The hotel is located only a short walk away from the Old Town, Bašcaršija. 

Hotel Sole

Nis, Serbia - 3 stars

Hotel Sole is a 11-room design hotel located in the city centre of Nis. The central location provides many leisure and shopping possibilities. 

Valamar Club Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, Croatia - 3 stars

Valamar Club Dubrovnik in Dubrovnik is superbly located next to the shore of the Babin Kuk peninsula. Public transport links, shopping venues, restaurants, pubs, bars and nightclubs are all within walking distance from the hotel.

Hotel Prizren

Prizren, Kosovo - 3 stars

Hotel Prizren is a modern hotel in the heart of Prizren. The central location is also near sights such as Our Lady of Ljevis and Sinan Pasha Mosque. 



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May 2019
Overall rating: (5/5)

Michael,

The trip to the Balkans was very nice, great job by the tour operator. Let me know if you need anything from me, thanks.

 Tom

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