Croatia and the Balkans

From$2199USD
15 days,Budapest to Split
Trip Code: EJBT

Picnicking at the source of the River Bosna, Watching locals dive gracefully from the Novy Most bridge, Kayaking to tiny islands in the crystal waters of the Bay of Kotor, Wandering the medieval streets of old Dubrovnik, Hiking to an undersea winery on the Dalmatian island of Hvar, Exploring the ancient Roman palace of Diocletian on a guided tour.

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The Balkans rarely come up in conversations about great European travel destinations. We can’t imagine why. Situated on the balmy shores of the Adriatic and home to some of the most wondrous landscapes, monuments and villages you’ll ever see, this part of the world still feels like a well-kept secret. This adventure, geared towards visitors eager to add a little exercise to their travels, showcases the region’s compelling history and scenery by way of outdoor pursuits like kayaking and hiking. You may not know much about Croatia and the Balkans now, but once you’ve been, you’ll be hard pressed to stop talking about them.

What's Included

  • Visit the Kalemegdan Fortress, Trip to Mostar, Guided tour of Diocletian's Palace, Guided visit to the War Tunnel Museum, Sea Kayaking trip in the Bay of Kotor, Included visit to an undersea wine cellar and boat trip.
  • 2 Breakfasts (Allow EUR335-440 for meals not included)
  • Hotels/pensions (14 nts)
  • Train, public bus, ferry, taxi, tram, walking
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
  • Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10
Map of the route for Croatia and the Balkans
Places Visited
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Croatia
  • Hungary
  • Montenegro
  • Serbia
Day 1 Budapest

Arrive at any time.

Day 2-3 Belgrade

Explore the ancient capital of Serbia and visit the 1500 year-old Kalemegdan fortress. Choose to spend the afternoon floating down the Danube or shopping in one of the many bustling markets.

Day 4-6 Sarajevo

The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is historically famous for its cultural and religious diversity where you can see a mosque, cathedral, Orthodox church and synagogue all in the same neighborhood. Stroll the cobbled streets and learn the sad and inspiring history on our included day trip to the magnificent town of Mostar.

Day 7-9 Herceg Novi (Bay of Kotor) (2B)

Wander the streets of the walled city of Kotor and float through the lush landscape by sea kayak to enjoy unique views of the bay.

Day 10-11 Dubrovnik

Travel to Croatia and experience the Pearl of the Adriatic. Sea walls surround marble streets, ornate architecture and hundreds of years of history. Choose to relax in one of the many cafés, explore the old town fortifications or take a boat trip to one of the nearby islands.

Day 12-13 Hvar

Enjoy amazing beaches, nightlife and water sports on this beautiful island. We take a short hike along a southern coastal path to visit an undersea wine cellar before returning to the town by boat.

Day 14 Split

Guided tour of Diocletian's Palace. Enjoy free time to explore this charming seaside UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 15 Split

Depart at any time.

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