Would you be kind enough to tell me if I should take the Essential Southern Balkan tour: 1.) Can I stay over a few days in Corfu at the end of the tour and return to Tirana? If possible, how can I return to Tirana from the hydrofoil port in Albania/what is the distance? 2.) In what location does the tour meet in Dubrovnik?

You can stay a few extra days in Corfu after the trip ends. The tour begins in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and our joining point is Akademis Academia, Ulica Marka Marojice 2b, Dubrovnik, CROATIA. The trip kicks off with a Welcome Meeting at 6:00 PM on Day 1.

Are the accommodations for this tour in hotels or hostels?

The accommodations for this trip will be a mix of Hotels (4 nights), Guesthouses (3 nights), and Hostel (1 night).

What documents do I need for the tour?

You’ll need to save a copy of your booking confirmation notification to present on Day 1.

How do I confirm my booking details for the tour?

You can confirm your details by filling out the passenger information section on the booking confirmation page.

Is it possible to join this tour if I am 37 years old, even though the tour is indicated for 18-35 age group?

We can accept travelers who are 37 or younger at the start of the trip. We need to confirm with our team if you can join this specific departure. We can also recommend alternative tours with no age restrictions that offer similar exciting and adventurous experiences.

What is the minimum age for joining this tour?

This tour has a minimum age requirement of 18 and a maximum of 35 years.

Can I travel alone and share a room on the tour?

Yes, solo travelers can share rooms with others of similar gender if arrangements allow.

How do I know if my payment was successfully processed?

You will receive a confirmation notification once your payment is processed successfully.

Is there pre-accommodation available before the tour?

Pre-accommodation can be arranged, and rates depend on the hotel availability.

How can I inquire about additional services like airport transfers?

To inquire about extra services, please specify your preferred dates, and we can assist you with arrangements.

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Itinerary

Day 1
Dubrovnik
Optional Activities
- Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure
- Mt Srd Cable Car
- War Photography Museum
- Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence
- Sunset Sailing Trip
- Lokrum Island Boat Trip
Landmarks
Pile Gate
Dubrovnik Old City Walls
Banje Beach
Day 2
Dubrovnik - Kotor - Ulcinj
Optional Activities
- St Tryphon's Cathedral
- Kotor Fortress
- Kotor Maritime Museum
Landmarks
Kotor
Kampana Tower
Ulcinj Castle
Day 3
Ulcinj - Tirana
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Leader-led orientation walk around Tirana
- Bunk'Art 2 Bunker Exhibition Visit
Optional Activities
- National Art Gallery
- National History Museum
- Sky Tower
Landmarks
Bunk'Art 2
The Block (Blloku)
Day 4
Tirana
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore local street markets
- Day trip to Kruja (32 km from Tirana)
Landmarks
Kruja
Tirana Castle
Day 5
Tirana - Himare
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Old Town and Himare Castle ruins
- Swim at secluded beach coves
Landmarks
Himare Castle
Himare Old Town
Day 6
Himare
Meals
Breakfast
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- Local Boat Tour with visits to Pigeon's Cave, Crystal Bay, Gjipe Beach, and Pirate's Cave
- Swimming stops in caves and near Gjipe Canyon
Landmarks
Pigeon's Cave
Crystal Bay
Gjipe Beach
Pirate's Cave
Gjipe Canyon
Day 7
Himare - Gjirokaster
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Zekate Tower House with local guide
- Turkish Coffee 'on the Stone' tasting
- Gjirokaster Fortress visit
- Local guide service
Optional Activities
- Ismail Kadare's House
- Ethnographic Museum
Landmarks
Zekate Tower House
Gjirokaster Fortress
Gjirokaster Old Town
Day 8
Gjirokaster - Saranda - Corfu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Leader-led orientation walk near accommodation
Optional Activities
- Palaiopoli Archaeological Site
- Mon Repos Summer Palace
- Archaeological Museum
- Corfu Fortifications
Landmarks
Corfu
Day 9
Corfu
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Pile Gate
Dubrovnik Old City Walls
Banje Beach

Landmarks
Kotor
Kampana Tower
Ulcinj Castle

Landmarks
Bunk'Art 2
The Block (Blloku)

Landmarks
Kruja
Tirana Castle

Landmarks
Himare Castle
Himare Old Town

Landmarks
Pigeon's Cave
Crystal Bay
Gjipe Beach
Pirate's Cave
Gjipe Canyon

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Zekate Tower House
Gjirokaster Fortress
Gjirokaster Old Town

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Corfu

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Marlene
Asked on April 8th, 2025
Would you be kind enough to tell me if I should take the Essential Southern Balkan tour: 1.) Can I stay over a few days in Corfu at the end of the tour and return to Tirana? If possible, how can I return to Tirana from the hydrofoil port in Albania/what is the distance? 2.) In what location does the tour meet in Dubrovnik?
Tour Details
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  You can stay a few extra days in Corfu after the trip ends. The tour begins in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and our joining point is Akademis Academia, Ulica Marka Marojice 2b, Dubrovnik, CROATIA. The trip kicks off with a Welcome Meeting at 6:00 PM on Day 1.
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  Marlene
  Traveler•Written April 2025
  I would love to take this tour, but I am 83 years old. Can you supply me with an alternate tour of the same countries: Albania and Montenegro - one that straddles the coastline?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  We do have a small group Montenegro Sailing trip; its 8 days and the maximum group size onboard our sailboat is 8 people. It is a great itinerary if you are looking to explore the coast but since we use a small sailboat there are no single supplements. We also have a Western Balkans Tour. It is a 12 day trip and we start in Skopje in North Macedonia and end in Dubrovnik. The maximum group size is 12 people. A single supplement is available if you preferred not to share a room on this, it is subject to availability, and applies to all nights.
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Taylor
Asked on March 25th, 2025
Are the accommodations for this tour in hotels or hostels?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  The accommodations for this trip will be a mix of Hotels (4 nights), Guesthouses (3 nights), and Hostel (1 night).
- T
  Taylor
  Traveler•Written March 2025
  Are the accommodations for this tour in hotels or hostels?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Accommodation on this trip will be in Hotels (4 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Hostel (1 night)
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Lahcen
Asked on February 15th, 2025
What documents do I need for the tour?
Visa
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  You’ll need to save a copy of your booking confirmation notification to present on Day 1.
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Kim
Asked on January 7th, 2025
How do I confirm my booking details for the tour?
Payments
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  You can confirm your details by filling out the passenger information section on the booking confirmation page.
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Carolyn
Asked on January 5th, 2025
Is it possible to join this tour if I am 37 years old, even though the tour is indicated for 18-35 age group?
Age Range
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  We can accept travelers who are 37 or younger at the start of the trip. We need to confirm with our team if you can join this specific departure. We can also recommend alternative tours with no age restrictions that offer similar exciting and adventurous experiences.
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Ilian
Asked on November 13th, 2024
What is the minimum age for joining this tour?
Age Range
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  This tour has a minimum age requirement of 18 and a maximum of 35 years.
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Alejandra
Asked on November 12th, 2024
Can I travel alone and share a room on the tour?
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Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, solo travelers can share rooms with others of similar gender if arrangements allow.
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Marcelo Oscar
Asked on November 2nd, 2024
How do I know if my payment was successfully processed?
Payments
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  You will receive a confirmation notification once your payment is processed successfully.
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Roberto
Asked on October 23rd, 2024
Is there pre-accommodation available before the tour?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  Pre-accommodation can be arranged, and rates depend on the hotel availability.
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Jana
Asked on March 15th, 2024
How can I inquire about additional services like airport transfers?
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  To inquire about extra services, please specify your preferred dates, and we can assist you with arrangements.

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania.Greece.Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania.Croatia.Greece.Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania.Croatia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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Essential Southern Balkans

Itinerary

Dubrovnik

Optional Activities

Dubrovnik - Kotor - Ulcinj

Optional Activities

Ulcinj - Tirana

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Tirana

Optional Activities

Tirana - Himare

Optional Activities

Himare

Included Activities

Himare - Gjirokaster

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Gjirokaster - Saranda - Corfu

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Corfu

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