Uncover the Balkans, a region rich in history and culture amid the beauty of rocky coastlines, steep landscapes, and ancient cities. Journey through Croatian cities and countryside, and take in Dubrovnik’s timeless appeal, choosing a closer look at its medieval walls or a sky-high view from a cable car. Share meals and encounter traditions among locals – in a Sarajevo home, in a rural Croatian village, and in Tirana. Embark on an adventure threading the peninsula’s wonders in Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Greece.
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15 Days
14 Nights
23 Meals
14 Breakfasts
1 Lunches
8 Dinners
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Hotel-Boutique Hotel Le Premier
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This excursion is an opportunity to explore more of the diversity and beauty of the small, stunning country of Montenegro. The day begins as you join your guide on a drive from Kotor to the cable car station. Take in breathtaking views over ancient Kotor and Boka Bay as the cable car whisks you to Lovcen Mountain (1749m) in just 11 minutes. Next, head to the mountain village of Njeguši to visit an old smokehouse, sampling the smoked ham and cheese made on site. Finally, arrive in the old royal capital of Cetinje and learn about the rich history of Montenegro on a visit to King Nikola’s Palace. After some free time in Cetinje, return to Kotor this afternoon.
Travel from Tirana to Durrës, located on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Explore this ancient city, with its 2,500 years of recorded history, on a walking tour. See the city hall, the ruins of a Byzantine forum, Byzantine walls, Roman baths, a Roman amphitheater, a Venetian tower, and an archaeological museum. There’s so much to discover in this scenic city. Afterward, travel to Abaia Winery and tour the vineyard and Communist-era bunkers, which are now used for wine production and aging. Learn about viticulture and wine production in this beautiful region of Albania, and enjoy a wine tasting paired with a lunch of traditional Albanian food.
Take a private boat to explore Our Lady of the Rocks Island and breathtaking Boka Bay.
Explore the historic and architectural evolution of Tirana.
Come to know Metéora and visit one of its Byzantine monasteries, built over 600 years ago.
IncludedImpact Moment: Uncover Sarajevo’s wartime history with a siege survivor.
Discover Gjirokastra’s Old Town, bazaar and castle.
Visit a traditional icon-painting workshop in Kalambaka.
IncludedEnjoy traditional Albanian food and folk entertainment in the capital city, Tirana.
Get to know locals and participate in preparing local specialities and bread in Karanac.
Experience Bosnian hospitality and regional dishes, joining a local family for a meal in a Sarajevo home.
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