Best of the Balkans: From Medieval Fortresses to the Majestic Adriatic Sea

17 days
Save this trip to your favorites or other list
Map not provided by operator
Additional images not provided by operator
Video not provided by operator
4.3/5 Great
100+ reviews  
81%
Save this trip to your favorites or other list
Small Group Tour
Discover the rich cultural and social history of the Balkans, a place of ancient trade routes, architecture, breath-taking scenery and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
From$3,499
See departure dates

Member Savings

Save up to $700!

Sign in to see which companies give additional
savings to Travelstride Members (it’s free)

Unlock Savings

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Discover the rich cultural and social history of the Balkans, a place of ancient trade routes, architecture, breath-taking scenery and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Compare to similar trips

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityHerceg Novi
End CityLjubljana

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

View Similar Trips

Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Herceg Novi

Check-in available from 2:00 PM.

At leisure.

In the hotel dining room, enjoy a Welcome Dinner. Unless otherwise noted, dinners on this program are typically a three-course set menu. Please note that water is included in the program cost at all meals.

Day 3 Herceg Novi Bay, Herceg Novi Herceg Novi

The boat ride along the Adriatic will be 3 hours long with one stop to get out in the afternoon. Today’s activities will include up to 2 hours of walking throughout the day along city streets. Please note that Herceg Novi is known as the “city of stairs”, so there wil...

Day 4 Kotor and Kotor Bay Herceg Novi

Today’s activities include up to 3 hours of walking during the day.

Begin the morning with a panoramic drive through Herceg Novi, where we will see some of the small coastal towns and islands off the Bay of Kotor. These sites are internationally recognized as so...

Day 5 Dubrovnik, Free Time Neum

Coach ride from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik is approximately 2 hours. It is then another 2 hours to Neum. Today’s activities will include up to 3 hours of walking during the day.

After breakfast, we will board a motorcoach and journey towards Dubrovnik. Enjoy a lec...

Day 6 Cetina Valley, Mestrovic Gallery Split

Coach ride from Neum to Omis is 2 hours, it is then another 1 hour to Split. Today’s activities will include up to 3 hours of walking and standing for long periods of time. There are over 60 stairs leading to the main house of the Mestrovic Gallery, as well as additio...

Day 7 Split, Free Time Split

Today’s activities will include up to 3 hours of walking during the day.

We will head out on an expert-led walking tour of the city of Split. We will begin at Diocletian’s Palace, a palace and fortress built by Roman Emperor Diocletian shortly after abdicating h...

Day 8 Mostar, Free Time Sarajevo

Coach ride from Split to Mostar is approximately 3 hours, it is then another 2 more hours to Sarajevo. Today’s activities include up to 3 hours of walking during the day. Please be careful when crossing the Old Bridge at Mostar, as the stone work makes it very smooth ...

Day 9 Sarajevo, Free Time Sarajevo

Today’s activities will include up to 3 hours of walking during the day.

We will take an expert-led excursion in Sarajevo by bus and on foot. We will see such sights as the former Austro-Hungarian area, the Bascarsija Bazaar and the former Jewish quarter of the ...

Day 10 Visegrad, Andricgrad & Drvengrad Zlatibor

Coach ride from Sarajevo to Visergrad is 2 hours. It is then another 1.5 hours to Zlatibor. Today’s activities will include up to 3 hours of walking during the day.

Today we will depart by motorcoach and head towards Visegrad. Explore the historic Ottoman bridge...

Day 11 Belgrade Belgrade

Coach ride from Zlatibor to Belgarde is approximately 3 hours. Today’s activities will include up to 2 hours of walking during the day.

After breakfast, we will board a motorcoach and begin our journey to Belgrade, Serbia.

Take an exciting bus and walking ...

Day 12 Novi Sad, Srijemski Karlovci Belgrade

Coach ride from Belgrade to Novi Sad is approximately 1.5 hours each way. Today’s activities will include up to 4 hours of walking during the day.

Today we will take a full-day excursion through northern Serbia, beginning with a walking exploration of the city o...

Day 13 Free Time, Transfer to Zagreb Zagreb

Coach ride from Belgrade to Zagreb is approximately 5 hours.

Today we will have a late morning departure. Enjoy some time to sleep in or to explore Belgrade on your own. Right before noon we will all board a coach and begin our journey towards Zagreb, the capita...

Day 14 Zagreb, Free Time Zagreb

Today’s activities will include up to 2 hours of walking during the day.

This morning we will explore the historic city of Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. Enjoy a walking excursion from the Upper Town to the lively main square of the city, Ban Jelacic Square. Th...

Day 15 Lake Bled Ljubljana

Coach ride from Zagreb to Bled is approximately 3 hours. It is then another hour to Ljubljana. Today’s activities will include up to 2 hours of walking during the day.

We will check-out of our hotel and begin our journey towards Ljubljana, Slovenia. On our way, ...

Day 16 Ljubljana, Free Time Ljubljana

Today’s activities will include up to 2 hours of walking during the day.

We will begin our morning with an expert-led excursion through Ljubljana on foot. Walking through the charming downtown, appreciate the unique character of the area designed by famous archi...

Day 17 Program Concludes In Flight

Check-out by 11:00 AM.

In the hotel dining room.

Want a tailor-made trip instead?

Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:

  • You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
  • Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
Design custom trip

Dates & Availability

Price From $3,499
Price per day$206
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Road Scholar.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

Travelstride Gift Card
One card, thousands of extraordinary trips
Gifts Card

Road Scholar Reviews & Ratings

4.3/5  Great
Excellent
236
Great
9
Average
2
Disappointing
9
Terrible
46
Write a Review

Other Road Scholar Reviews

M

Michal McGinnis

Feb 2025

Written on

Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace

When I signed up for the Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace. The hotel listed in the itinerary for day 8&9 was a 4 star hotel on the beach called the Punta L...

F

Floralin

Jan 2025

Written on

Same complaint as everyone else

Same complaint as everyone else. While I can see why the Cancel for Any Reason clause may be necessary for the business model, the problem is that THIS IS NOT EXPLA...

L

Lolly Kauss

Dec 2024

Written on

Road Scholar SCAMS older adults

If you want a real review and not their good reviews on their website, read this. Their customer service is horrible and they try to get as much money as possible by...

Write a Review

Travelers also viewed

Tour Operator

About Travelstride

Find your perfect trip

An epic selection of pre-planned trips on every continent, for every style. Thousands of itineraries from over 1,000 trusted travel companies.

Save time

Use simple search and comparison tools to easily find the best trip. Don't sweat the logistics — travel providers plan for you.

Save money

Book directly with the operator. See inclusive packages for the best values, and get access to amazing deals.

Travel confidently

Read unbiased user reviews, pick the operator that suits your needs, and connect with them directly.

Logistics

Accommodation

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 15
  • Number of Lunch: 6
  • Number of Dinner: 12
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
[object Object]
Trip ID
roadscholar-18463

Become a member

(it's free)
  • Save up to $700 per person
  • Access members-only specials
  • Personalize trip recommendations
Sign up and save

Compare to Similar Trips

Top Tour Companies on Travelstride:
All 1,600+ companies >
Sign in to reveal savings up to $700 per person!