
Balkan Tour 8 countries
Balkan
Balkan Tour 8 countries A memorable trip to discover yourself a region that is full of life & positive energy with a spirit to move forward. Experience your self the pas of this country by visiting remains of ancient civilisations, renaissance period a
Included:
Not Included:
TIPS for guide, restaurant, driver
Water in restaurant is not included (some restaurants though offer tap water for free)
Please Note:
- This tour is available for 1st of April to 28th of May and 12th of September to 31st of October
- The above prices do not include high season 1st of June until 11th of September
- Prices are negotiable for November until March season, please ask for quotation if interested.
- The expenses of the Tour leader for accommodation and meals (as per the itinerary) are included on the above rates
- The expenses of English speaking throughout guide for accommodation and meals are included on the above rates
- The expenses of English understanding driver for accommodation and meals are included on the above rates
- The tour is calculated on a minimum 10 pax with a maximum of 45 pax
- The tour is calculated to use modern big touristic coach of 49+1+1 seats (please ask for price for smaller coach)
- Tips & Gratitude, drinks and any other personal expenses are not included in this offer.
- The above given rates are NET and not commissionable
- All rates are in Euro
***Please note that this is just an offer and no reservation has been made on the offered Hotels and services. Tour must be confirmed first before we check availability on the above mentioned services***
Discounts available:
- Dinner discount: - 252 euro per person
- Lunches discount: - 208 euro per person
- Entrance fee Discount: - 106 euro per person
- Wine tasting + finger food discount: - 20 euro per person
- English speaking Throughout guide and his expenses discount: - 2439 euro per group
Very Special offer:
On every 20 pax paid: 1 guest on Double room Free of Charge On every 40 pax paid: 2 guests on Double room Free of Charge Tour Leader free of charge
You are welcome!
***Please note that this is just an offer and no reservation has been made on the offered Hotels and services. Tour must be confirmed first.
***Currency: All our products and services are calculated in Euro.
*** All the bank transaction fees and commissions must be paid by the partner. Full amount of the invoice should be paid in full into our company account. The finance department has the right to recharge the missing balance again to you and again the transfer costs will be covered by the partners.
***(S) after the supplier name stands for "Sustainable certified supplier": the supplier has been awarded with an international recognized label for its commitment in environmental and social sustainability.
Day 1: (.00 KM)
Arrival in Zagreb
Arrive Zagreb, is a vibrant city of around 800,000 people. The city boasts a charming medieval “old city” with architecture and cobbled streets reminiscent of Vienna, Budapest, Prague and other Central- European capitals. In 2005, it was visited by over a million tourists. Zagreb city tour includes : Roosevelt Square and the facades of Ban Josip Jelacic Square, Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Medieval Palace, Stone Gate, St. Marks Church and the Pope’s Tower and Dolac Farmer’s Market.
Day 2: (391.69 KM)
Zagreb - Plitvice - Split
Plitvice National Park, a scenic wonderland of 16 inter connecting lakes, flanked by waterfalls and primeval forest. The Plitvice Lakes had become a major tourist attraction in the late 19th century. In 1949 the communist government of Yugoslavia nationalized the lakes and made them a national park. The park was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979 in recognition of its “outstanding natural beauty & the undisturbed production of travertine (tuff) through chemical and biological action”. Head to the second-largest city of Croatia – Split.
Day 3: (168.99 KM)
Split - Mostar
Split walking tour includes : - The Diocletian Palace : an Imperial Palace that enlisted in UNESCO’s World Heritage since it’s one of the most significant original structures of the late ancient architecture. - Outview St. Duje’s Cathedral : originally built around 305 A.D as a mausoleum of Roman Emperor Diocletian’s. The cathedral is also a very beautiful mixture of roman temple and Catholic church. - Outview Jupiter’s temple : Ancient Roman temple which became St.John’s church. - Outview The Belltower of the Cathedral is well worth climbing for gorgeous views over Split, both out to sea and inland. Move towards to Mostar, famous for its stone bridge, a Masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.
Day 4: (258.63 KM)
Mostar - Sarajevo - Mostar
Herzegovina - Sarajevo, located in the Sarajevo valley of Bosnia proper, surrounded by the Dinaric Alps and situated around the Miljacka river. The city is famous for its traditional religious diversity, with adherents of Islam, Catholicism, Orthodoxy, Judaism and other faiths peacefully coexisting there for centuries. Sarajevo city tour includes many heritage buildings dated from the period of Turkish occupation; Emperor's Mosque, Church of St. Anthony and Roman Catholic Cathedral and other. Return to Mostar.
Day 5: (145.70 KM)
Mostar - Dubrovnik
Depart to Dubrovnik “Pearl of the Adriatic” listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. A magnificent curtain of walls surrounds marble streets and baroque buildings that exude a pearly light in the Adriatic sun. Dubrovnik walking tour in the Old Town to explore the stone paved streets inside the 16th century bastions, Onofrio’s fountain, the city walls, as well as the Franciscan and outview Dominican Monasteries. Take the cable car (weather permitted) ride to the top of Srđ mountain, you will enjoy spectacular views off Old Town Dubrovnik, watch as the city’s terracotta tiled roofs and medieval walls give way to reveal the picturesque harbour and Pearl of the Adriatic coastline with it’s many islands.
Day 6: (293.17 KM)
Dubrovnik - Kotor - Tirana
Tour to Kotor (Unesco world heritage site), a coastal town in Montenegro well- known for its stunning architecture and amazing natural settings. Kotor and its surrounding area form an impressive and picturesque Mediterranean landscape. The bay of Kotor is the deepest natural fjord in the mediterranean Sea, and the scenery around it (including the steep mountains which come almost to the waterfront) is spectacular. Walk along the antique city walls of the castle and clock square, Cathedral of Saint Tryphon ( the patron saint of Kotor ), Church St Luke, Square of Arms, Maritime Museum. Travel to the capital of Albania – Tirana.
Day 7: (135.32 KM)
Tirana - Ohrid
Tirana, beautiful and charming city with a lively night life. Many historical building and strange sensation of the meeting Europe and the Orient. City highlights in Tirana includes the National History Museum, Skanderbeg Square, Clock Tower, Mosque of Et'hem Bey, Parliament, Government and Royal Palace. Onwards to Ohrid for overnight stay.
Day 8: (171.93 KM)
Ohrid - Skopje
Lake Ohrid, being the largest and most beautiful out of Macedonia’s three tectonic lakes, is about 30 km long and round 288m deep. Its astonishingly clean and clear waters, together with the serene stillness of its mountain settings have captivated visitors since prehistoric times. Take a boat ride tour of the coast of Lake Ohrid, whose blue and exceedingly transparent waters are astonishing. Ohrid : - Lower Gate, “House of Robevci” – Cathedral Church Saint Sophia, Antique Theater, Church Saint Holy Mother Perivleptos, Upper Gate, Tsar Samuel Fortress, Church Saint John Kanoe. Proceed to Skopje – an administrative division and the capital of Republic of Macedonia. Tour highlights in Skopje include - Outview Kale Fortress, which is situated at the highest point in the city of Skopje overlooking the Vardar River. - Outview Holy Salvation Church, Mustapha Pasha Mosque (built during the Ottoman Empire, is being considered as one of the most beautiful mosques in Macedonia), the largest bazaar in the Balkans outside Istanbul – the Old Bazaar and Daut Pasha’s Hammam. - The Old Stone Bridge in the city square is built under the patronage of Sultan Mehmed II – the conqueror between 1451 and 1469. Makedonija pedestrian street, Memorial House of Mother Theresa and the Old railway Station.
Day 9: (450.95 KM)
Skopje - Topola - Belgrade
Tour to the Aleksandrovic Winery in Topola, the high quality Aleksandrovic wines are the result of natural blessings like its sunny slopes, soil structure, winds and favorable climate, experience in viticulture and winemaking. You will be welcomed by the prominent manufacturers of top quality wines and enjoy wine tastings of some of the best Oplenac wines. Proceed to Belgrade – the capital of Serbia. Tour highlights in Belgrade includes:- Knez Mihailova Street – it is the main pedestrian and shopping zone landmarks of the city. Mihailo Obrenovic III, the Prince of Serbia, names the street. - Skadarlija – this part of town was built in first half of 19th Century. It is generally considered as the main Bohemian quarter of Belgrade. The Square Terazije, Slavija, Orthodox Church Saint Save Temple – the largest church in the Balkans and also one of the ten largest church buildings in the world. King Aleksandar Boulevard, one of the most important traffic route in Belgrade, Fortress Kalemegdan, Roman Draw Well, Military Museum and Monument of the Winner. Cruise on the Danube River to explore this beautiful riverside. Enjoy a 50min trip on the river and view the historic sights of Belgrade.
Day 10: (181.23 KM)
Belgrade - Novi Sad - Belgrade
Travel to Novi Sad - the second largest city in Serbia and the capital of Vojvodina province, situated on the Danube bank. Visit the Orthodox Church & the symbol of Novi Sad - Petrovaradin Fortress, second biggest fortress in Europe, is Underground Military Galleries, also temporary site of famous awarded music festival – EXIT.
Day 11: (393.63 KM)
Belgrade - Sofia
Cross the Balkan Mountains and drive over the plains to the capital of Bulgaria - Sofia, the history of Serdica-Sredets-Sofia dated back some 7000 years ago, prehistoric settlements were excavated in the centre of the present city. Tour highlights of Sofia includes - Alexander Nevski cathedral (the biggest Orthodox temple on the Balkan peninsula), the Church of "St. Sofia" and Parliament. - The Administration of the President and the National Archeological Museum, the former Royal Palace, The National Palace of Culture. - Sofia University.
Day 12: (221.69 KM)
Sofia - Veliko Tarnovo
Cross the Danube at Ruse and continue to the one-time capital of Bulgaria, Velika Tarnovo, whose houses cling to the cliffs of the river Yantra. Tsarevets Fortress, the inescapable symbol of this proud medieval town, this reconstructed fortress dominates the skyline, and is one of Bulgaria’s most beloved monuments. It features remains of more than 400 houses, 18 churches and numerous monasteries, dwellings, shops, gates and towers.
Day 13: (.00 KM)
Veliko Tarnovo - Bucharest
The capital of Romania – Bucharest, take a tour around the city which includes outside view of the Romania Athenaeum, the Opera House, the National Military Club, the Military Academy and the Triumphal Arch. Palace of Parliament – the world’s second largest building after the U.S Pentagon, it provides an interesting introduction to the dictator’s megalomaniac vision.
Day 14: (347.02 KM)
Bucharest - Bran - Sinaia - Bucharest
Bran – discover whether this popular image of Dracula’s Castle is true, or like the vampire story itself, is only a myth. Travel to Sinaia, located in a beautiful Carpathian Mountains, often referred as the Pearl of the Carpathians. Visit the Peles Castle upon arrival to Siniaia. The castle is the final resting place for several Romanian monarchs, and it is considered as one of the most beautiful castles in whole Europe.
Day 15: (18.98 KM)
Bucharest onward
Bid farewell to Bucharest as we transfer to airport for your onward flight