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The Balkans Culture Trips & Packages Tours & Trips

111 The Balkans Culture Trips & Packages trips. Tours from 45 tour companies. 464 reviews.

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Simply Split
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Simply Split

By Exeter International
preferred
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Enjoy a walking tour of the historic district of Split
  • Explore historic Diocletian Palace
  • Visit the Ivan Mestrovic Art Gallery
  • Experience short drive from Split to Trogir – one of the most romantic places in Croatia

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Our trip was seamless in every sense of the word. Thanks for listening and understanding how we like to travel. It was perfect! Hotel recommendations were wonderful and ideally located; our guides were knowledgeable and fun to spend time with; and suggestions for restaurants, concerts and other activities were spot on! Importantly, not only did we enjoy but we are now curious to spend more time in this part of Europe."

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4 days From$950
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Hungary and the Slovenian Alps
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Hungary and the Slovenian Alps

By National Geographic Expeditions
preferred
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Stroll vineyard-striped hillsides and taste wines from Hungary’s Lake Balaton to Goriška Brda in Slovenia.
  • Hike Slovenia’s stunning Alpine scenery: from snow-covered peaks and glacially carved valleys to pristine Lake Bohinj.
  • Discover medieval history at a floating grain mill and herders’ cone-roofed huts.
  • Delve into the otherworldly limestone cathedrals of Škocjan Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Hiking & Walking, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."

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10 days From$5,595
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Small Group Croatia Land & Cruise
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Small Group Croatia Land & Cruise

By Mongol Global
none
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore beautiful city Zagreb
  • Discover Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of the oldest national parks in Southeast Europe
  • Enjoy the guided tour of Split
  • Visit Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo
  • Discover the historically rich and architecturally beautiful city Zadar
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"I’ve gone on a few trips by MGTC and all of them have been fantastic. They know where you wanna go, who you want to take you or be your guide, if anything goes awry you call them and they fix it. They make your days away wonderful, and stress free and planning your dream trip is easy! Russ and Suzie have planned all my trips. I can’t tell you how many times I thought I stepped foot into a calendar or computer wall paper! It’s the best value per dollar you can get for travel!"

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14 days From$4,230
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  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
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Eastern European Land & Cruise Tour
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Eastern European Land & Cruise Tour

By Mongol Global
none
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit Farm house in Fruska Gora village. Welcome by host dressed in costume serving homemade peach brandy or juice, salt and bread. Traditional organic lunch, folklore performance.
  • Explore Veliko Tarnovo. Panoramic sightseeing tour of the city.
  • Visit Old town and the Fortress Tsarevets – The ruins are of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom
  • Discover Sremski Karlovci; the cultural, educational and spiritual center. We will visit the Patriarchal Residence, Saint Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral, Four Lions Fountain, and Gymnasium.
  • Visit fisher’s hut, where you will have the opportunity to learn things about the Delta fishermen’s life and habits

Themes

Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I’ve gone on a few trips by MGTC and all of them have been fantastic. They know where you wanna go, who you want to take you or be your guide, if anything goes awry you call them and they fix it. They make your days away wonderful, and stress free and planning your dream trip is easy! Russ and Suzie have planned all my trips. I can’t tell you how many times I thought I stepped foot into a calendar or computer wall paper! It’s the best value per dollar you can get for travel!"

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16 days From$4,485
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Venice to Athens (Piraeus)
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Venice to Athens (Piraeus)

By Regent Seven Seas Cruises
none
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Discover Italy
  • Explore Pearl of the Adriatic,” Dubrovnik
  • Discover ancient Durres with its modern new resort coastline
  • Visit the great Minoan ruins of the Palace of Knossos
  • Discover Greece
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Themes

Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

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11 days From$2,899
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The Danube from Romania to Budapest
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The Danube from Romania to Budapest

By Avalon Waterways
none
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Belgrade, Belogradchik, Bucharest, Budapest, Croatia, Romania

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet's Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Guided sightseeing to Baba Vida fortress, see the rock formations in Belogradchik or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubač fortress
  • Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
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Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."

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Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania
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Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania

By Avalon Waterways
none
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Belgrade, Belogradchik, Brasov, Bucharest, Budapest, Croatia, Romania, Transylvania

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of beer experience or guided tour in Vukovar; choice of guided tour with wine tasting or guided bike tour in Ilok
  • Highlights of Novi Sad guided tour;choice of hike to Petrovaradin Fortress or honey and wine tasting; walk in Novi Sad with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; on board lecture
  • Visit to Golubač fortress and Lepenski Vir archaeological site; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge
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Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."

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11 days From$4,948
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The Danube from Germany to Romania
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The Danube from Germany to Romania

By Avalon Waterways
none
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Belgrade, Belogradchik, Bratislava, Bucharest, Budapest, Croatia, Linz, Passau, Prague, Romania, Vienna

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host; Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising
  • Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column
  • Cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein OR guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk
  • Choice of guided sightseeingor bike with your Adventure Host
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Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."

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15 days From$8,498
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Great cultural experience.

Fantastic trip through a little known region. Safe, incredibl...

Tour:  Western Balkans Uncovered

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Alison

Oct 2019

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If ever gets taught in history classes in the US

The Western Balkans uncovered trip was amazing. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and helped me gain a deeper understanding of the history, culture, and people ...

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Western Balkans gave me a wonderful insight

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Jasmina

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Immersive and unforgettable experience

For those who want to explore the lesser known parts of Europe, this tour is going to be for you. My tour guide, Saimir was a wealth of information. He made it an im...

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unforgettable experience

For those who want to explore the lesser known parts of Europe, this tour is going to be for you. My tour guide, Saimir was a wealth of information. He made it an im...

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