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Discover the Balkans: A 9-Day, 6-Country Adventure (From Albania to Bulgaria)

Tirana, Kruje, Skadar Lake, Budva, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Mostar, Sarajevo, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Nis, Sofia,
Duration

10 day(s)

Tour type

Regular

Group size

21-50 people

Physical Level

moderate

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Tour Overview

This immersive 9-day Balkan journey takes you across six fascinating countries, blending rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes into one unforgettable adventure.

Begin in Albania’s vibrant capital, exploring landmarks like Skanderbeg Square and the city’s Ottoman and Communist-era heritage before discovering the historic town of Krujë and the stunning shores of Lake Skadar.

In Montenegro, enjoy the Adriatic charm of Budva and wander through the medieval streets and fortified walls of Kotor’s UNESCO-listed Old Town.

Cross into Croatia to explore the magnificent walled city of Dubrovnik, then continue to Bosnia and Herzegovina to experience the iconic bridge of Mostar and the multicultural spirit of Sarajevo.

Travel onward to Serbia, where Novi Sad and Belgrade reveal grand fortresses, lively pedestrian streets, and powerful reminders of Yugoslav history.

Discover southern Serbia in Niš, home to significant Roman and Ottoman heritage, before heading to Bulgaria’s elegant capital, Sofia.

In Sofia, admire ancient Roman ruins, Orthodox cathedrals, Ottoman mosques, and impressive 19th-century architecture all within walking distance.

With guided city tours, scenic transfers, cultural performances, and free time to explore at your own pace, this tour offers the perfect introduction to the highlights of the Balkans in just nine days.

Activities
Museum Photography Combined Country Discovery Historical In-depth Cultural

Tour Features

Duration
10 day(s)

Max Group Size
21-50 people

Tour Code
9BALK: ALB-BUL

Departure Type
request

Tour Category
Combined Country

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
18 - 50

Tirana

Pickup Time:

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Sofia

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Highlights
Explore Skanderbeg Square, Ottoman-era landmarks, and fascinating Communist history while experiencing the energy of Albania’s modern transformation.

Itinerary

Day 1

City tour of Tirana and free time.

Visit the “Skanderberg square” (The main square in Tirana) with the Skanderberg Statue; the “Ethem bey” mosque (the Only historical mosque in Tirana) the “Enver Hoxha” pyramid, the Peace bell, the Building of the historical museum of Tirana, a Preserved bunker (In one of the bunkers there is a museum about the victims of the Albanian Communist regime) Maria Theresa boulevard, the University of Tirana, the Old government square; The Clock tower (19th Century).

Free time in Tirana.

Dinner in Traditional Restaurant with Folk Show organized.

Overnight in Tirana.

Day 2

Transfer to Kruje, Albania.

Explore the Birthplace of Skanderberg.

Visit the fortress and the old part of town.

Transfer to Skadar lake (The biggest lake on Balkans).

Boat trip to explore the lake.

Transfer to Budva, Montenegro.

Overnight in Budva.

Day 3

Transfer to Kotor, Montenegro.

City tour of Kotor Old Town.

Visit the Kotor old city, Kotor harbour, city walls, St Tryphon cathedral, St Nicola church, Piaza of the arms,Church of St Luke, Gurdich gate, Clock tower, Grubonja palace, Karampana well, Drago palace, Pima palace, Beskuca’s Palace, Grgurina Palace, Bizanti Palace, Prince’s Palace, Sea gate, Old Kotor prison building. Free time.

Overnight in Kotor.

Day 4

After Breakfast transfer to Dubrovnik. Visit the Old town, the Ancient city walls, the Dubrovnik “Saint Saviour” church (16th century church with Renaissance architecture); the Dubrovnik cathedral (Early 18th-century baroque cathedral); The Onofrije’s fountain, The Franciscan Monastery (Landmark monastery built in the 1300s, noted for its cloister, library & historic pharmacy displays); the Gates of Pile; the Old port; the Clock Tower, the Sponza Palace, the Rector’s Palace; the Fort Saint John; the Stradun (The main walking street in Dubrovnik old town). Transfer to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Free time in Mostar. Overnight in Mostar.

Day 5

Transfer to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. City tour of the old town in Sarajevo

Visit the Bascarsija (The historical Turkish market); Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque (Ottoman mosque from 16th century); The Latin Bridge/ The Assassination Bridge (Ottoman-era stone bridge near the site of Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s 1914 assassination); The Sebilj Monument (Famous 18th century wooden fountain); the “Sacred Heart” Cathedral (Gothic cathedral from the 19th century); The Sarajevo city hall, The Abandoned Bobsleigh Track (Built in 1984 for the Winter Olympic games in Former Yugoslavia The country opened its doors to the international community to celebrate sport, after the breakup of Yugoslavia, during the long Sarajevo siege the bobsleigh track been used as a base for the artillery); The Tunnel of Hope (Military-history museum at the site of a storied Bosnian War–era underground tunnel);

Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Sarajevo.

Day 6

Transfer to Novi Sad, visit the Petrovadian fortress. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Novi Sad.

Day 7

Transfer to Belgrade. Visit the Belgrade fortress “Kalemegdan” (Enduring fortress built in 535 BCE) with a view to Sava and Danube rivers; The Pobednik Monument (Monument inside the Belgrade fortress); Church of the Holy Mother of God / Crkva Ruzica (Serbian Orthodox church located inside the Belgrade fortress); The “Knez Mihaylova” pedestrian street; t. Sava cathedralS (The biggest Orthodox cathedral in the Balkans ); The House of Flowers (Josip Broz Tito mausoleum); History museum of Yugoslavia; The Republic square, The National Assembly, The bombed buildings.

During your free time you can take a walk around the Belgrade waterfront or enter some of the museums in Belgrade: Nikola Tesla Museum; The History museum of Serbia; etc. Overnight in Belgrade.

Day 8

Transfer to Nis, Serbia. Visit the Red Cross concentration camp, The Nis Fortress, The Skull Tower and the Mediana – The birthplace of Consantine the Great.

Transfer to Sofia, Bulgaria in the afternoon

Overnight in Sofia, Bulgaria

Day 9

Walking tour Sofia. Visit the: St. Nedelya square; Nedelya church; St Sofia Monument; St. Petka Church; The old Serdica Ruins; The mineral springs; The council of ministers; The Rotunda “Saint George”; The Presidency; The mosque “Banya Bashi”; The National archaeology museum (not going inside); The National Bank of Bulgaria; Knyaz Alexander Battenberg Square; The King’s palace; The Russian church; St. Sofia Church; The National Theater; The Monument of the “unknown soldier”; The Alexander Nevski Memorial Church; The city garden.

Overnight in Sofia.

Day 10

After Breakfast transfer from htl to Sofia Apt

Included

Accommodation for 9 nights in good 4* hotels with Breakfasts

Professional tour leader English speaking.

All guides as for Itinerary

1 Dinner in Traditional Restaurant with Folk Show in Tirana

Transportation with modern a/c vehicles

Entrance fees as per itinerary.

Excluded

Everything not mentioned in inclusions

City tax, 1.5 EUR person per night

Personal expenses

Tips, highly suggested

VISA

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