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Discover the rich history and culture of the Balkans on an 8-day tour from Tirana. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kotor, Mostar, and Sarajevo and end in Dubrovnik or Split.

Highlights

• Discover the rich history and culture of the Balkans on an 8-day tour
• Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kotor, Mostar, and Sarajevo
• Visit the Monastery of Decan and the vineyards near Rahovec
• See the Old Bridge of Mostar and the maze of narrow streets in Kotor
• Enjoy a traditional lunch at the Mrizi i Zanave Agro Tourism farm

Description

Day 1: Tirana Discover Tirana, the capital of Albania, and enjoy a unique experience in the city while learning more about the city's culinary treasures. Have the opportunity to try Byrek, Albanian coffee, traditional lunch, and of course, Albanian Raki. Visit BUNKART, one of the most interesting museums in Tirana. Day 2: Tirane - Kruje – Prizren (Kosovo) After breakfast, drive to Kruja, situated in central Albania on a rocky mountainous terrain about 560 meters above sea level. Walk through the narrow streets and the wooden houses of Kruja’s Medieval Old Bazaar, the best place to shop for souvenirs. Cross the border towards Prizren, considered as the cultural capital of Kosovo, and enjoy a free afternoon to explore. Day 3: Prizren – Gjakove - Decan – Vineyards near Rahovec – Prizren After breakfast, continue the tour towards Gjakova then the Monastery of Decan, where Orthodox monks still inhabit the monastery. Drive towards Rahovec Valley where there is evidence grapes have been cultivated since Illyrian times, 2000 years ago. Day 4: Prizren – Mrizi i Zanave Agro Tourism (Albania) – Shkoder Visit one of the best slow food Agro-tourism in the Balkans. Take a tour around the farm and enjoy a traditional lunch or buy fresh produce products made onsite. Continue towards Shkoder, one of the oldest cities in Albania. Visit Rozafa castle offering tremendous scenery of the lake. Day 5: Shkoder – Sveti Stefan (Montenegro) – Budva – Kotor – Montenegrin Riviera Today visit Budva in Montenegro, famous for its beaches, gorgeous nature, and old characteristic buildings. On the way stop near Sveti Stefan, historically a fishing town on a small island near the coast. Continue towards Kotor and wander through the maze of narrow, cobblestone streets. Day 6: Montenegrin Riviera – Mostar (Bosnia and Herzegovina) From Montenegro, cross the border to Bosnia & Herzegovina and head towards the city of Mostar where you will visit the iconic Old Bridge, also known as Stari Most, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon have some free time to explore and wander around Mostar, this splendid UNESCO site. Day 7: Mostar – Sarajevo – Mostar After breakfast, drive from Mostar to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Today’s itinerary includes walking on uneven terrain, while visiting some of the ruins during the Sarajevo tour. You can still see many reminders of the Yugoslav War in bullet holes and cannon marks all around town. The tour will cover the stories of origins of Sarajevo and the medieval Bosnian Kingdom. Have some free time to enjoy the traditional dishes and have wander in the old town. Day 8: Mostar – Transfer Day to Dubrovnik or Split (Croatia) This is the last day of your Balkan adventure marking the end of this amazing experience through the rich history and culture of this part of the World. Your tour leader will take you to the Croatian border. A local representative (driver) will shuttle you to your hotel in Dubrovnik or Split.

Includes

BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for all overnights in 3 star hotels Private transport provided by the company Professional tour leader Hotel pick up in Tirana Hotel drop off in Dubrovnik or Split Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites Tourist taxes International car insurance Road taxes

Important Information

• Ensure to have valid travel documents for crossing international borders. Be prepared for walking tours on uneven terrain. Check weather conditions and dress appropriately. Carry local currency for personal expenses. Respect local customs and regulations at each destination.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund