11 Days Grand Balkan Tour Starting from Bulgaria

Enjoy a tour of Belgrade’s most important historical sights and attractions, covering both the city center and areas beyond, including Dedinje and Topčider.
This tour offers a strong first impression of the city, its culture, and Serbian lifestyle.
Highlights include the Old Town, the pedestrian Knez Mihailova Street, Belgrade Fortress, and Kalemegdan Park, with an optional visit to the Temple of Saint Sava.

Overnight in Belgrade.

After breakfast, depart from Belgrade toward Sarajevo, enjoying the changing landscapes along the way.
 A short stop is planned during the drive, followed by one main stop for lunch.
 Arrival in Sarajevo is expected around 16:30 or earlier, depending on traffic.
Upon arrival, enjoy a walking city tour of up to 2 hours, after which you will check in to your hotel and have free time to continue the evening at your own pace.

Depart Trebinje and travel to Dubrovnik, an energetic city that captivates visitors with its history and coastal beauty.
Upon arrival, enjoy a guided 2-hour city tour, exploring the Old Town and its main landmarks.
After the tour, you’ll have free time to relax and enjoy lunch at your own pace. In the evening, return to the hotel for rest.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.

After breakfast, depart from Dubrovnik and travel to Kotor. Upon arrival, enjoy a 1-hour guided tour of Kotor Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, surrounded by medieval walls and set at the foot of dramatic mountains.
During the walk, explore narrow stone streets, lively squares, St. Tryphon Cathedral, ancient palaces, and hidden courtyards that reflect centuries of Venetian influence.
 After the tour, enjoy free time for lunch and personal exploration. In the afternoon, continue the journey toward Shkoder, arriving later in the day for hotel check-in.
Overnight in Kotor.

After breakfast, enjoy a short visit of Shkodër, exploring its main sights and city atmosphere.
 Continue to Tirana, where you will stop for lunch and a brief city tour highlighting the capital’s key landmarks.
 In the afternoon, depart Tirana and travel toward Ohrid, crossing into North Macedonia.
Arrival in Ohrid in the evening, followed by hotel check-in and overnight stay.

We’ll visit the Old Town, the vibrant bazaar, and the lake promenade,St. Sophia Church and other landmarks, with some free time for lunch at a local restaurant.

After Ohrid, we continue to the Bay of Bones , a unique archaeological site, followed by a visit to the Monastery of St. Naum and its surrounding natural park. 

We visit town of Struga, where you’ll stroll along the lakefront and the Black Drin River, from the river’s mouth up to the town’s lively bazaar. You’ll have some free time to explore at your own pace to lunch.

Than we continue to Skopje and overnight there.

The day begins with a morning city tour of Skopje, starting in the historic Old Bazaar, one of the largest in the Balkans, where Ottoman-era streets, mosques, and traditional shops reflect the city’s past.
Continue across the Stone Bridge into the modern city center, passing Macedonia Square, the Mother Teresa Memorial House, and the riverside monuments along the Vardar River.
The tour also includes views of the Kale Fortress, offering insight into Skopje’s layered history and culture.

After the morning sightseeing, transfer to one of Skopje’s main shopping malls—such as Skopje City Mall or East Gate Mall—where you will have free time for shopping, lunch, and relaxation before returning to the hotel or continuing with your program.

After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, transfer to Skopje Airport for your onward flight. Depending on your flight schedule, 3hrs prior will be the transfer.