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Balkan tours offer an array of diverse experiences, from exploring historic cities and ancient ruins to enjoying breathtaking natural landscapes and vibrant cultural traditions. Whether you are interested in adventure, history, or gastronomy, the Balkans provide a rich tapestry of activities to suit every traveler's interests. Discover the unique charm and hidden gems of this captivating region.

  • Touring the wondrous Parthenon atop the Acropolis in Athens
  • Exploring Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic, and walking its medieval walls
  • Sailing past the dramatic Iron Gates gorge on a Danube River cruise through Romania and Serbia
  • Uncovering the mysteries of tiny Albania, cut off from most of the world for decades in the mid-to-late 20th century.
  • Docking in the breathtakingly scenic port of Kotor, Montenegro, on a small ship cruise offering unparalleled views of the Adriatic Sea
  • Being dazzled by the Ottoman treasures in Istanbul's Topkapi Palace
  • Visiting Bran Castle, famous as an inspiration for the Count Dracula legend in Romania's Transylvania.
  • Admiring painted monasteries in Bulgaria and Romania and  domed Orthodox churches in Greece
  • Exploring newly vibrant cities such as Belgrade, Serbia, and Ljubljana, Slovenia
  • Hiking the picturesque trails of Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia
  • Discovering the Roman ruins in Split, Croatia, including the Diocletian's Palace
  • Enjoying the thermal baths in Budapest, Hungary
  • Visiting the historic fortress of Kalemegdan in Belgrade, Serbia
  • Sampling local wines in the vineyards of Macedonia
  • Discovering the underground secrets of Postojna Cave in Slovenia
  • Experiencing the lively bazaars and cafes in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Things to do in The Balkans - Expert's guide

Balkan tours offer an array of diverse experiences, from exploring historic cities and ancient ruins to enjoying breathtaking natural landscapes and vibrant cultural traditions. Whether you are interested in adventure, history, or gastronomy, the Balkans provide a rich tapestry of activities to suit every traveler's interests. Discover the unique charm and hidden gems of this captivating region.

  • Touring the wondrous Parthenon atop the Acropolis in Athens
  • Exploring Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic, and walking its medieval walls
  • Sailing past the dramatic Iron Gates gorge on a Danube River cruise through Romania and Serbia
  • Uncovering the mysteries of tiny Albania, cut off from most of the world for decades in the mid-to-late 20th century.
  • Docking in the breathtakingly scenic port of Kotor, Montenegro, on a small ship cruise offering unparalleled views of the Adriatic Sea
  • Being dazzled by the Ottoman treasures in Istanbul's Topkapi Palace
  • Visiting Bran Castle, famous as an inspiration for the Count Dracula legend in Romania's Transylvania.
  • Admiring painted monasteries in Bulgaria and Romania and  domed Orthodox churches in Greece
  • Exploring newly vibrant cities such as Belgrade, Serbia, and Ljubljana, Slovenia
  • Hiking the picturesque trails of Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia
  • Discovering the Roman ruins in Split, Croatia, including the Diocletian's Palace
  • Enjoying the thermal baths in Budapest, Hungary
  • Visiting the historic fortress of Kalemegdan in Belgrade, Serbia
  • Sampling local wines in the vineyards of Macedonia
  • Discovering the underground secrets of Postojna Cave in Slovenia
  • Experiencing the lively bazaars and cafes in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Judith

Oct 2024

Balkans Rail Adventure

Well organised with lots of variety. Fast pace but lots to see and learn about. History of all the different countries was extremely complex .Beautiful scenery and g...

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YingWah

Oct 2024

Balkans Rail Adventure

Our group Explore Leader, Filip Kolic, is highly professional in ensuring our trip is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. He's quick in problem-solving and for...

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Damian

Jul 2024

Balkans Rail Adventure

On the whole the trip was great, hotels were of a good standard, the itinerary was described as full on and it certainly was. Our Explore Leader Filip was excellent,...

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Debra

May 2024

Balkans Rail Adventure

Great adventure to get an insight to the 7 counties and not for the faint hearted as a lot of travelling, about 3000km plus walking we were told, but you get to see ...

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Trusted Customer

May 2024

Balkans Rail Adventure

This should be called, The Rail and Coach adventure as it was more coach than rail. A very good insight to the Balkans covering just under 3000kms of amazing scener...

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