Best of Balkans Tour – Eastern Europe
Places Covered : Ljubljana (2n) – Zagreb (1n) – Sarajevo (2n) – Mostar (1n) – Kotor (2n) – Dubrovnik (2n)Itinerary
DAY 1 – LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIAN ARRIVAL
Arrival to Ljubljana airport. Pvt. transfer to the centrally located hotel and check-in. Continue for Orientation walk. Proceed to the departure point to enjoy a guided walking tour of Ljubljana with Funicular ride. Ljubljana is a very nice small green metropolis. Its historical city centre, the river Ljubljanica, the castle above the city, the open market etc. are few of the major attractions to explore. The walking tour starts from the square in front of the Town Hall. On this tour walk through all major attraction of the city and its historical centre.
Later take the funicular to reach the Ljubljana castle and enjoy magnificent views of the city. (Castle entrance is not included).
Welcome dinner in a traditional Slovenian restaurant.
Night stay in Ljubljana
DAY 2 – LJUBLJANA: FULL DAY BEST OF SLOVENIA TOUR - LAKE BLED, POSTOJNA CAVE AND PREDJAMA CASTLE
Today after breakfast at the hotel, enjoy full day best of Slovenia tour - Lake Bled, Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle.
Discover three of Slovenia’s top attractions in one day on this scenic small-group day trip from Ljubljana. Marvel at beautiful Lake Bled and ride a traditional ‘pletna’ boat to Bled Island to explore and perhaps try scrumptious ‘potica’ nut cake. Then, explore Bled Castle perched above the lake before free time for lunch. Finally, visit cliffside Predjama Castle and ride a mini-train into Postojna Cave, the famous cave network of stalactites, stalagmites and eerie halls.
Night stay in Ljubljana
DAY 3 – LJUBLJANA TO ZAGREB TRANSFER: ZAGREB CITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Today after breakfast, you will be transferred from Ljubljana to Zagreb. Check-in to your hotel and continue for Zagreb city sightseeing tour.
Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, is known for its historical museums and cultural events. It has many fine sights, plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars and lots of entertainment.
Feel the pulse of the city and embrace all the charm Zagreb has to offer. Get acquainted with the past and the present that will show you the hidden gems of the Croatian capital. Discover Lower and Upper Town and experience the true stories that shaped Zagreb into the city it is today.
Night stay in Zagreb
DAY 4 – ZAGREB – SARAJEVO, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA TRANSFER
After breakfast at your hotel, free time to explore Zagreb. After lunch, transfer to Sarajevo (5 Hrs drive), Capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina and check-in to your hotel. Sarajevo, capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a compact city on the Miljacka River, surrounded by the Dinaric Alps.
Dinner at local restaurant in Sarajevo.
Night stay in Sarajevo
DAY 5 – SARAJEVO: FULL DAY SARAJEVO CITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Today after breakfast at your hotel, continue for full day tour of Sarajevo city.
Explore the most important sights of Bosnia’s capital, from monuments attesting to wartime conflict to buildings constructed in a curious medley of architectural styles. Visit the Latin Bridge, the Tunnel of Hope, the iconic Sebilj fountain, the Vije?nica, City Hall and even fascinating landmarks like the Neo-Gothic Sacred Heart Cathedral, the Kazandžiluk coppersmiths' street or the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque. Evening enjoy your dinner in a traditional Bosnian restaurant.
Night stay in Sarajevo
DAY 6 – SARAJEVO – KONJIC – MOSTAR TRANSFERS
After breakfast at your hotel, continue towards Konjic (1 Hr drive). Visit of the famous Tito’s bunker, one of the largest and best-kept secrets of the former Yugoslavia. Lunch in Jablanica (30 min from Konjic). Continue your journey and drive thought the picturesque Neretva canyon to Mostar (1 Hr drive). Sightseeing of Mostar upon arrival. Mostar is a city in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, straddling the Neretva River. It’s known for the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge), a reconstructed medieval arched bridge. The nearby alleys are full of shops and market stalls, and the Old Bridge Museum explores the bridge’s long history. A narrow staircase leads up to the Koski Mehmed-Pasha Mosque’s minaret for panoramic city views.
Night stay in Mostar
DAY 7 – MOSTAR – KOTOR TRANSFERS
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Blagaj (30 Min) followed with a visit to the Buna river spring and Blagaj tekke. Continue by drive towards Trebinje (2 Hrs). Enjoy your Lunch and wine-tasting in an Orthodox Monastery in Trebinje. After that drive to Kotor (1:45 Hrs) and explore orientation tour of Kotor. Located on a beautiful bay on the coast of Montenegro.
Night stay in Kotor
DAY 8 – KOTOR: FULL DAY KOTOR CITY SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast explore full day Kotor city sightseeing tour. Kotor is a city steeped in tradition and history, with remarkable scenic views. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the old city was built between the 12th and 14th centuries and is filled with medieval architecture and historic monuments. Breakfast at the hotel. Visit of Kotor. Sightseeing (St Tryphon Cathedral, old streets of Kotor, Palaces, Maritime museum). Free time for lunch.
Boat ride in the Boka bay with the visit to the Lady of the rocks Isle. Rest of the afternoon is free for leisure.
Dinner in a traditional restaurant in Kotor.
Night stay in Kotor
DAY 9 – KOTOR – DUBROVNIK TRANSFERS
Today after breakfast at your hotel Drive towards Dubrovnik (2 Hrs – 3 Hrs approx., depending on the border crossing). Sightseeing of Dubrovnik upon arrival (the Pile gate, Stradun street, Town hall, Dubrovnik Cathedral and Treasury, The Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries, The Rector's Palace, Old port)- Optional Dubrovnik walls.
Free time for lunch during the sightseeing.
Night stay in Dubrovnik
DAY 10 – DUBROVNIK
Breakfast at the hotel. Day reserved for free activities and leisure. Farewell dinner in a traditional restaurant in Dubrovnik.
Night stay in Dubrovnik
DAY 11 – DUBROVNIK HOTEL TO DUBROVNIK AIRPORT TRANSFER
Today after breakfast at your hotel in Dubrovnik, you will be transferred to Airport by Pvt. Car for your flight back home.
TOUR ENDS!!
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Tour Price Includes
- All transportation in a larger car or minivan on Pvt. Basis
- 2 Nights hotel stay in Ljubljana (1BB & 1HB)
- 1 Night hotel stay in Zagreb (1BB)
- 2 Nights hotel stay in Sarajevo 1HB & 1BB
- 1 Night hotel stay in Mostar 1 HB
- 2 Nights hotel stay in Kotor 2 BB
- 2 Nights hotel stay in Dubrovnik 1 HB & 1 BB
- Dinners at restaurant, on Days: 1, 5, 8, 10
- Dinners at hotel of stays, on Days: 2, 4, 6, 9
- Lunches at restaurant, on Days: 3, 6, 7
- Winetasting in Trebinje on Day 7
- Entrance fees:
Ljubljana (Funicular ride) Slovenia - Lake Bled, Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle Zagreb, Sarajevo (Ghazi Husrev-bey mosque, Synagogue, Old orthodox church) Konjic (Tito’s bunker) Mostar (Blagaj tekke) Kotor (city tax, St. Tryphon cathedral) Dubrovnik (Dubrovnik walls optional 20 EUR pp) - Local guides in: Ljubljana, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Mostar, Kotor, Dubrovnik
- Driver/Guide: 24 hours Local support, Logistics and professional guidance
- All hotel/airport and Intercity transfers on Pvt. Basis are Included
Tour Price Excludes
- Meals other than those indicated above, drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls & expenses of personal nature.
- Local City tax or Resort fee are to be paid directly at hotel/resort if applicable.