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Tales of the Balkan Peninsula
19 Days Starting in Northern France and ending in Belgium
Visiting: France, Italy, Split, Mostar, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Budva, Lake Skadar, Skopje, Belgrade, Zagreb, Ljubljana, Bled, Salzburg, Belgium
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Tour code:
rbp
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 19-day journey through the Balkan Peninsula, exploring the rich history and stunning landscapes of Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Slovenia. This fully guided coach tour offers a seamless travel experience from the UK, with comfortable accommodations in 3-star hotels and an overnight ferry crossing. Discover the Roman grandeur of Diocletian’s Palace in Split, the symbolic Stari Most bridge in Mostar, and the medieval charm of Dubrovnik. Wander the narrow streets of Kotor, experience Sarajevo's vibrant culture, and explore Ljubljana's baroque architecture. With guided tours and entrance fees included, immerse yourself in the diverse cultural tapestry of the Balkans, all while enjoying the convenience of air-conditioned motorcoach travel.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: France
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 2
Location: Italy
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel in northern Italy
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue south through France and Italy to our hotel in northern Italy.
Day 3
Location: Split
Accommodation Name: 2-berth cabins
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We travel across Italy to the port of Ancona, where we board the overnight ferry for the crossing to Split in Croatia. Accommodation is in 2-berth cabins.
Day 4 : Split & Mostar
Location: Split, Mostar, Sarajevo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We arrive in Split this morning and disembark the ferry. We include a guided tour of the city, which lays claim to being one of the Roman Empire’s finest buildings.We later commence our journey crossing the border into Bosnia and Herzegovina to later reach Mostar, situated on the Neretva River. During Turkish occupation a bridge (Stari Most) was built across the river, which became a symbol of the city. However, the bridge was totally destroyed during the Croatia-Bosnia conflict in the early 1990s.Since then, there has been a painstaking rebuilding of the bridge, which now represents a symbol of unity.We include entrance to the Muslim Mosque and the 350-year-old Turkish House. We later head to Sarajevo, where we stay overnight.
Day 5 : Sarajevo
Location: Sarajevo, Dubrovnik
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend the morning in Sarajevo, one of the most historically interesting and varied cities in Europe. It has been both an example of historical turbulence and the clash of civilizations, as well as a beacon of hope for peace and tolerance through multi-cultural integration. Today the city has physically recovered from the war damage caused by Yugoslav Wars of 1992-1995 and is now a cosmopolitan European capital with a unique Eastern twist. Sarajevo became the only city outside of the European Union to be nominated for the European Capital of culture in 2014. We include a guided city tour. We continue into Croatia, to reach Dubrovnik for two nights.
Day 6 : Dubrovnik
Location: Dubrovnik
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a day at leisure in our resort, described as ‘Paradise on Earth’, and a ‘Jewel in the Crown of the Adriatic’. Dubrovnik has been called the most perfectly preserved medieval town in the world and is a city, which for centuries rivalled Venice as a major sea trading port. It has now been fully restored to its former glory with the huge walls, built between the 11th and 17th centuries still intact. Dubrovnik has been declared a UNESCO world heritage site and the beautiful old town is a joy to explore. Take a walk along the stone ramparts of the city for the best views, before venturing inside to experience the many treasures. Our included guided city tour will show the main highlights including entrance to the Cathedral and Franciscan Monastery.
Day 7 : Montenegro
Location: Kotor, Budva
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We leave Dubrovnik and cross the border into neighbouring Montenegro, reaching the well-preserved city of Kotor. Medieval architecture and numerous monuments of cultural heritage have made Kotor a UNESCO listed World Natural and Historical Heritage Site, and you can enjoy the sights on our included guided sightseeing tour. The entire city is criss-crossed with narrow streets and squares. Byron judged this part of the coast as 'the most beautiful encounter between land and sea'. We continue to Budva, where we stay overnight.
Day 8 Krujë
Location: Lake Skadar, Skopje
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We cross the border into Albania and travel to Krujë where we enjoy a visit to the Rozafa Castle (also known as Shkodër Castle), as well as a city tour which includes entrance to the Skanderbeg Museum. We then continue to Durres where we stay for three nights.
Day 9 : Skopje
Location: Skopje
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend some time this morning exploring the colourful capital of Albania, Tirana, with our local guide
Day 10 Berat
Location: Belgrade
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Head north into Serbia and to the capital, Belgrade for two nights.
Day 11 : Belgrade
Location: Belgrade
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a visit to Elbasan, boasting a rich diversity of historical sites and cultural monuments, and Lake Ohrid, which isstraddled between the mountainous border of North Macedonia and eastern Albania. Here we enjoy a stop in the town of Struga. We continue to our hotel in Skopje for a two night stay.
Day 12 : Zagreb
Location: Zagreb, Ljubljana
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue our journey north and into Croatia. We make a short stop in the capital, Zagreb, a charming medieval city. See the majestic cathedral, St. Marks Church and the Opera House. We continue into Slovenia to reach Ljubljana for two nights.
Day 13 : Ljubljana
Location: Ljubljana, Bled
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend the morning in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Enjoy our included city tour taking in the sights of the city. This cosmopolitan city boasts a rich history and is situated along the River Ljubljanica, which is characterised by its architecture from the baroque period. Why not sip a coffee by the riverbank, where your views will encompass the old city centre overlooked by the mighty castle. This afternoon, we offer an optional excursion into the Slovenian Alps, to the picture-postcard resort of Bled on the bank of this glistening blue lake.
Day 14 Belgrade
Location: Belgrade
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We head into Austria to our overnight hotel in the Salzburg area.
Day 15 Zagreb
Location: Zagreb
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head north through Germany and into Belgium to reach our overnight hotel.
Day 16 Ljubljana
Location: Ljubljana
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend the day in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia.Enjoy our included tour taking in the sights of this cosmopolitan city. Situated along the River Ljubljanica, Ljubljana is characterised by its architecture from the Baroque period.Take the chance to sip a coffee by the riverbank, where your views will encompass the old city centre overlooked by the mighty castle.
Day 17
Location: Ljubljana
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, we leave our hotel after breakfast and travel to Munich and our overnight hotel. En route we call at the picture-postcard resort of Bled, situated on the banks of Lake Bled. Join our optional boat cruise to take in the glistening blue waters.
Day 18
Location: Salzburg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head north through Germany and into Belgium to reach our overnight hotel.
Day 19
Location: Belgium
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Meals
15 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 13 dinners -
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided as detailed in the itinerary.
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point.
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Fully Guided
The tour is fully guided.
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International Travel
International travel is included.
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Transport
Transport is provided by a comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach.
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Guided Tours
Guided tours are included in various cities such as Split, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Krujë, Berat, Skopje, Belgrade, Zagreb, and Ljubljana.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to attractions such as Diocletian’s Palace, Muslim Mosque, Turkish House, Cathedral and Franciscan Monastery, Skanderbeg Museum, Berat Castle, Ethnographic Museum, and Kale Fortress are included.
What's Not Included
Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
Accommodation
On the 19-day itinerary, you will stay in minimum 3-star hotels with a restaurant and bar, including city-style hotels in Belgium and northern France. Overnight ferry accommodation is in an en-suite cabin.Mode of Transport
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point. Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Throughout the tour, you will stay in minimum 3-star hotels. All hotels will have a restaurant and bar. Overnight stays in Belgium and northern France will be in city-style hotels. On your overnight ferry sailing, accommodation will be in an en-suite cabin.
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Are guided tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, guided tours are included in various cities such as Split, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Krujë, Berat, Skopje, Belgrade, Zagreb, and Ljubljana.
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What are some of the entrance fees included in the tour?
Entrance fees to attractions such as Diocletian’s Palace, Muslim Mosque, Turkish House, Cathedral and Franciscan Monastery, Skanderbeg Museum, Berat Castle, Ethnographic Museum, and Kale Fortress are included.
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Is international travel included in the tour package?
Yes, international travel is included in the tour package.
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What kind of transport is used during the tour?
Transport is provided by a comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach. Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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