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5-Day Private Balkan Essentials

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Trip Overview

Abundant beauty, culture and history awaits you on this five-day Balkans tour!

Travelling from the capital of Serbia, Belgrade, through the beautiful cities and historical heritage of Bosnia and Herzegovina, you'll make your way to Montenegro. Here, you'll spend a day soaking up the stunning scenery and old towns in the Bay of Kotor before you make your final journey to Dubrovnik in Croatia.

Accompanied by a private car and local guide for the duration, this tour opens your eyes to the sublimeness of this region and allows you to see it through a locals eyes.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Belgrade!

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Upon arrival in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, you will be welcomed by your guide and start the city sightseeing. Belgrade, a capital city is well known for its various architectural styles, dynamic history and fantastic views of one of the biggest river confluences in the whole of Europe. When you finish the tour you'll head to your hotel and have a trip briefing with your guide. You'll then have the evening free to head out and sample the Serbian cuisine.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Royal Inn

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    Activity: Belgrade Sightseeing Tour, Museum of Yugoslavia
    Transportation: Private Driver from Airport City Belgrade to Belgrade
    Destination: Belgrade

Day 2

Journey to Sarajevo, the Bosnian Capital

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After breakfast, you'll check out and begin the five-hour journey to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. After a short rest, you'll head out on a guided Sarajevo sightseeing covering all the main sights including Sarajevo City Hall, the old downtown of the city called Baščaršija; the historical and cultural centre of Sarajevo and so much more. You'll also visit many iconic historical sites as well as some interesting markets.

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    Hotel Holiday

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    Activity: Sarajevo Sightseeing Tour
    Transportation: Private Driver from Belgrade to Sarajevo
    Destination: Sarajevo

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    Meals

    Breakfast

Day 3

Travel from Sarajevo to Mostar, Blagaj & Trebinje

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This morning, you'll drive to one of the most beautiful cities of the Balkan Peninsula, Mostar. During the walking tour, you will visit the symbol of the city, the Balkan TOP 10 and the most photographed sight in the country – the Old Bridge (a UNESCO protected landmark) as well as the Crooked Bridge and Tabhana. After a short visit to Blagaj, the final destination of the day will be Trebinje, a picturesque town with a wonderful mix of sights originating from a mix of different cultures.

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    Hotel Platani

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    Activity: Mostar Walking Tour, Blagaj, Trebinje Walking Tour
    Transportation: Private Driver from Sarajevo to Mostar, Private Driver from Mostar to Blagaj, Private Driver from Blagaj to Trebinje
    Destination: Mostar, Trebinje, Blagaj

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    Meals

    Breakfast

Day 4

A Day in Montenegro on the Way to Dubrovnik, Croatia

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Today is devoted to the Republic of Montenegro, a country that boasts of rich heritage and immense natural beauty. On the way to the marvellous Kotor, you will make a stop at the town of Perast, a little settlement baroque in style. From Perast, you’ll take a relaxing boat ride along the Bay of Kotor to the picturesque island of Our Lady of the Rocks. After a walking tour in Kotor, you'll continue the journey to Dubrovnik where you'll have another walking tour and settle into your hotel.

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    Grand Hotel Park

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    Activity: Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks, Kotor
    Transportation: Private Driver from Trebinje to Perast, Boat from Perast to Kotor, Private Driver from Kotor to Dubrovnik
    Destination: Perast, Montenegro, Kotor, Dubrovnik

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    Meals

    Breakfast

Day 5

Departure Day

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Today is the final day of your wonderful Balkans tour! You'll have the morning at leisure before you check out of your hotel. It is then up to you if you're like to arrange a transfer to the airport or extend your trip and see more of the Balkans!

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    Transportation: Private Driver from Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik Airport
    Destination: Dubrovnik

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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What’s included?

  • 4 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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