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Filip Kustura

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Best of Balkan Diversity Tour

from

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3,496

/ person
  • 11 Days

Best of Balkan Diversity Tour

The Balkan Peninsula is a particularly interesting area of the world, and its ethnic diversity has contributed to unique cultural development as well as times of great struggle and conflict. The Balkans, a gateway from Europe to the Near East, shaped by craggy mountains that divide cultures and nations into isolated clusters. Best of his diversity is seen in his heart, in Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Serbia.

Arrival to Zagreb

Airport transfer from airport Zagreb to the hotel in Zagreb. Overnight in Zagreb.

Zagreb - Overnight

Zagreb - Ljubljana

Breakfast at hotel’s main restaurant. After breakfast sightseeing of Zagreb. Free time for lunch. Departure to Ljubljana at the early afternoon. The tour continues into the neighboring country Slovenia, making your way to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Check in at the hotel. Free evening. Overnight in Ljubljana. Read more

Ljubljana - Overnight

Ljubljana – Bled – Postojna - Ljubljana

Breakfast at hotel’s main restaurant. After breakfast, start of a sightseeing tour of Ljubljana. Ljubljana is considered to be a yet undiscovered gem of Europe. It is often compared with Prague due to its beautiful architectural appearance. Ljubljana guide will take you on a walking sightseeing tour of the center of this charming city. After the tour you will be transferred to Bled, a breathtaking city on a beautiful lake. This small city lies hidden within the Julian Alps and is a perfect place for a relaxed day combined with the local sweet dish Cremeschnitte. Sightseeing tour of Bled includes Penta boat trip to the little island Blejski otok where you can make a wish at the church bell, as well as a visit to the Castle of Bled, with the exquisite view and the modern museum of history, old printer shop, castle wine cellar and herbal gallery. After the break, you will make a visit to the world famous POSTOJNA CAVE, impressive karst phenomenon and the habitat of the olm, rare Proteus anguinus. The tour takes approximately two hours, partly on an electric train and partly on foot. After the sightseeing, you will return to Ljubljana, for the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Ljubljana. Read more

Ljubljana - Overnight

Ljubljana – Plitvice

After breakfast and check out, the tour continues into the neighboring country Croatia, making your way to to the Plitvice National Park, oldest (since 1949) and the most beautiful national park in Croatia. Upon arrival in Plitvice, free time for lunch (to be paid on spot). After lunch, check in at hotel in Plitvice. After check in, you walk to the entrance of the Plitvice National Park that spreads across almost 200 km2 and consists of 16 lakes on the Korana river interconnected with the waterfalls. This is also a natural habitat of numerous plants and animal species. Enjoy one of the nature’s wonders of the world. You will have a wide choice of activities, such as hiking or bicycle riding (bike rental payment exclusively in cash on the spot), with the required equipment available for rent at the estate. You may also choose to simply enjoy the nature and rest. Free time for individual activities. Overnight in Plitvice. Read more

Plitvice - Overnight

Plitvice – Zadar – Trogir - Split

Breakfast at hotel. Our tour continues toward the city of Split, 1700 year old capital of Dalmatia region, in the late afternoon hours. Before Split, your next stop is Zadar. Sightseeing of Zadar, once a capital of the province of Dalmatia - today a city where modern meets ancient. You will get to explore the Roman forum, learn about St. Donatus church, stroll down the famous Kalelarga street and learn about the modern artistic installations as well as of centuries of history which made Zadar what is now. Trogir is a small island town around 30 km from Split. In the past, the town was a bitter enemy of Split, with wars being waged for the land that lies between the two famous cities. After the tour, continue to Split. Arriva in Split and check in at the hotel. Free evening at leisure. Overnight in Split. Read more

Split - Overnight

Split

Breakfast at hotel. Sightseeing tour of Split. Split is one of the living and breathing monuments both to the way people lived in the past and to different styles and influences that have been carved into its narrow streets, Roman temples and Christian churches. Outside the palace, the story of Split continues as it spreads from its center, the Palace, to beautiful vistas on the hill of Marjan, to the old town, waterfront (Riva) and its beaches. Visit Diocletian`s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built during the 4 century to observe the remnants of Split`s Roman heritage and its magnificent Renaissance and Gothic structures, the Jupiter`s Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. Free time for individual activities in Split. Overnight in Split. Read more

Split - Overnight

Split - Dubrovnik

Breakfast at hotel. After the breakfast and a check out procedure, continue toward city of Dubrovnik. Afternoon is reserved to discover Dubrovnik an ultimate tour for visitors who wish to take in all the main sights and explore the architecture and history of this famous city. Accompanied by our experienced guide, the story of Dubrovnik's golden age will unfold before your eyes. The route takes you around the Old Town via Onofrio's Fountain and up Prijeko Street to the Old Port - the key to Dubrovnik's trading and maritime success. Along the way you will pay a visit to St. Saviour's, the grandiose Franciscan and Dominican church, and see wine-producing vines believed to be more than 100 years old. Ships from Dubrovnik were renowned throughout the Mediterranean and galleons from the Republic could be found in navies across Europe and beyond. These ships were built and loaded in the legendary Arsenal, which is another stop on the tour. Once in the Old Port, your guide will relate the stories of the famous Quarantine and the nearby fortresses of St. Luke and St. John as well as legends about the Church of St Blaise, the Cathedral, the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, and Orlando's Column. The tour lasts one hour and in that time you will be entertained, informed and leave with a true understanding of the Dubrovnik's multilayered past. The rest of the day is at your leisure. We suggest having a combination of relaxing on Banje beach – half way in between your hotel and old city. Free time for individual activities. Overnight in Dubrovnik. Read more

Dubrovnik - Overnight

Dubrovnik – Kotor - Dubrovnik

Breakfast at hotel. Discover the Bay of Kotor, one of the most spectacular sceneries on the Mediterranean, surrounded by high mountains with picturesque small towns along its shores. Drive to Kotor past Risan, once the seat of the Illyrian queen Teuta and picturesque Perast. Ecplore Kotor with the Romanesque Cathedral of St Triphun encircled by walls and fortresses included on the UNESCO`s World Heritage List. Free time for individual activities in Kotor. Return to Dubrovnik. Free evening. Overnight in Dubrovnik. Read more

Dubrovnik - Overnight

Dubrovnik – Mostar – Sarajevo

Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast and check out procedure, depart to Bosnia and Herzegovina and the capital city of Sarajevo. On your way there you will make a stop in Mostar. The name Mostar comes from the Most Star – Old Bridge, the famous landmark of the old part of Mostar. The Old bridge is the masterpiece of the 16thcentury Ottoman architect Hayredin, disciple of the legendary Koça Mimar Sinan, court architect of the Emperor Suleyman the Magnificent. A tour with the local guide across the old town shall take about an hour. Every quarter of Mostar has a small but elegant mosque, and the most beautiful of them is the Karagöz Bey Çamii (KARAĐOZBEGOVA DŽAMIJA), the elaborate work of Koça Mimar Sinan from the same period as the Old Bridge. Sightseeing is followed by some time at leisure for souvenirs shopping at the traditional shops of the old bazaar or tasting some of the finest delicacies of the Ottoman cuisine that the Old town is so famous for. The journey continues along the river Neretva towards Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sarajevo has suffered terrible destruction in the last war, as well as the humanitarian disaster. Some of the consequences of this destruction are still visible when entering the city. (The people of Bosnia are grateful to the Malaysian peace keeping forces and all the help provided between 1993 and 1995 during the UN mandate). Check in at the hotel in Sarajevo. Free evening. Overnight in Sarajevo. Read more

Sarajevo - Overnight

Sarajevo - Belgrade

Breakfast at hotel. Sightseeing of Sarajevo. The tour traditionally starts at the BAŞ CARŞII (BAŠČARŠIJA) at the GAZI HUSREV BEY BEZISTAN, the 16th century textile and leather general store running the same business until the present day. Next-door to it you shall visit the most lavish and most beautiful mosque in Sarajevo, the GAZI HUSREV BEY MOSQUE with it’s beautiful courtyard adorned by a lavish fountain and a clock tower. Very close to it, there is the MORIĆA HAN, a traditional Ottoman hostel for the travelers and traders. The tour continues to the CITY HALL that was destroyed in the bombardment in the last war and was rebuilt to it’s former splendor. The route takes you across the OLD ORTHODOX CHURCH, to the CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL and the monument known as the ETERNAL FIRE. Free time in Sarajevo city center for individual activities. Transfer to Belgrade Overnight in Belgrade. Read more

Belgrade - Overnight

Sightseeing of Belgrade

Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast sightseeing of Belgrade which gives the first impression of the most important Belgrade sights. Discover Serbian capital – Belgrade; and ancient city with a charming mix of medieval and modern architecture. Stroll along its lively streets to meet Belgrade’s cultural and historical wealth; get to know its legendary reputation of fantastic host in remarkable world-class restaurants. Visit some of the best shops or simply enjoy a cup of coffee with Belgrade’s panorama. Free time for individual activities. Transfer to the airport. End of program. Read more

Belgrade - Departure

ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Zagreb
Day 2
Location Ljubljana
Day 4
Location Plitvice
Day 5
Location Split
Day 7
Location Dubrovnik
Day 9
Location Sarajevo
Day 10
Location Belgrade

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • Transfer from/to the airport
  • Private car transfer during the tour with English speaking driver-guide
  • Accommodation on BB (Bed & Breakfast) basis
  • City taxes
  • Local guides
  • Information services

Package excludes

  • Airfare
  • Personal expenses
  • Visa, consular fees or any other formalities.
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Drinks during lunches and dinner
  • Tips
  • Beverages
  • Entrance fee
  • Additional journeys and transfers

REVIEWS

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Jonathan Yuen, Singapore

I’m not an easy person to please, but you guys earned my respect. Very difficult and complex tour you organized and finished without an issue. Great job, see you again soon.

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