Gems of the Balkans

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Time travel on this 7-day escorted tour of the beautiful Balkans from Tirana to Dubrovnik and discover how the past stands still and the future is in full play. From the seemingly unchanged villages and natural landscapes to the languid lakes and legendary seascapes of Albania and Croatia, you’ll find the vibrant life of artisans, ancient architecture, and fo...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

What's this trip about?

    Time travel on this 7-day escorted tour of the beautiful Balkans from Tirana to Dubrovnik and discover how the past stands still and the future is in full play. From the seemingly unchanged villages and natural landscapes to the languid lakes and legendary seascapes of Albania and Croatia, you’ll find the vibrant life of artisans, ancient architecture, and fortresses that hold the secrets of wars past, and freedom won. Capture the beauty of the Balkans on the pink-paved streets and markets mixed with the Byzantine and Venetian architecture of Kotor, Montenegro; the legends of sea stories in Perast; and the massive fortress walls of Dubrovnik. A gem of a vacation in the Balkans that’s worth its weight in gold.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start City TIRANA, ALBANIA
End CityDUBROVNIK

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Attractions

  • Budva
  • Cetinje
  • Croatia
  • Dubrovnik
  • Kotor
  • Montenegro
  • Perast
  • Tirana

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN TIRANA, ALBANIA

Welcome to Tirana! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

Day 2: TIRANA

Art Covers Rock TIRANA Guided walking tour of the city features a visit to the Bunk’Art. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE The architecture of this city has aspects of all periods of time. From the Tirana mosaic (Ancient Roman) to the Clock Tower...

Day 3: TIRANA–VIRPAZAR, MONTENEGRO–BUDVA

A Shore Thing VIRPAZAR Guided boat trip on Skadar Lake. (Breakfast) 137 mi / 220 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Skadar lake is the largest lake in the Balkans, surrounded by karst mountains and rocky shores. When it formed millions of years ago it was just ...

Day 4: BUDVA. EXCURSION TO CETINJE AND KOTOR

Former Capitals & Coastal Towns CETINJE Guided tour of the town includes a visit to King Nicola's Museum. Free time for lunch. KOTOR Guided visit of the old town. BUDVA Dinner at local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 106mi / 170 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC ...

Day 5: BUDVA–PERAST–DUBROVNIK, CROATIA

Jewel of the Mediterranean PERAST [LF] Visit "Our Lady of the Rocks" Church perched on a man-made tiny Island. (Breakfast) 71 mi / 115km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGEND & FAITH The legend has it that on a summery evening in July 1452, two fishermen discovered an ima...

Day 6: DUBROVNIK–KONAVLE–DUBROVNIK

A King’s Landing DUBROVNIK Walking tour with a Local Guide. KONAVLE Walking tour in Cavtat and farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 37 mi / 60 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE It isn’t hard to see why the city of Dubrovnik is known ...

Day 7: DUBROVNIK

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,379
Price per day$340
Last Updated: 3/11/2025
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$2,299
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$2,499
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$2,549
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$2,599
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$2,499

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Logistics

Accommodation

Hilton Garden Inn Tirana

This trendy 143-room hotel is perfectly positioned for discovering the secrets of Albania's capital city. The spacious guest rooms are equipped with amenities to maximise comfort, including air conditioning, toiletries and cable TV. Guests can enjoy a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant that serves high-quality international cuisine, There is also a fitness center and Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property.

Tirana

Albania

146 Bulevardi Gjergj Fishta

Hotel Budva

Hotel Budva is a 4-star hotel located in the center of Budva, Montenegro, right on the seaside promenade and just steps away from the sandy Slovenska Beach and Marina. It features an on-site restaurant, bar and a wellness center. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The hotel has 157 rooms, all of which are equipped with air conditioning, TV, minibar and private bathroom. The hotel restaurant offers a variety of local and international dishes, while the bar serves refreshing drinks and cocktails. There is also a wellness center with a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and massage treatments.

Budva

Montenegro

Slovenska Obala

Royal Hotel Ariston

Perched above the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik¿s Royal Hotel Ariston provides a luxurious escape. This contemporary hotel offers stylish accommodations with amenities such as air-conditioning, satellite TV, a mini-bar, and internet access. The cozy rooms are ideal for savoring a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine while taking in the fresh sea breeze. The hotel features a spa, three dining choices, waterfront pools, and a sunbathing platform, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Dubrovnik

Croatia

Kardinala Stepinca 31

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