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Essential Southern Balkans

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From Dubrovnik to Saranda
4.5
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  • Scenic view overlooking the walls of Dubrovnik and the Adriatic Sea.
  • Group of friends enjoying drinks on a beach.
  • Two people standing on a beach overlooking a bay with mountains in the background.
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  • Rocky shoreline with blue waters.
  • Hillside town with stone houses surrounded by lush greenery.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Dubrovnik

    Optional Activities

    • Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure (EUR69)
    • Mt Srd Cable Car (EUR27)
    • War Photography Museum (EUR10)
    • Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence (EUR4)
    • Sunset Sailing Trip (EUR64)
    • Lokrum Island Boat Trip (EUR30)
    Landmarks
    Pile Gate
    Dubrovnik Old City
    Suluci Beach
    Banje Beach
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  2. Day 2

    Dubrovnik - Kotor - Ulcinj

    Optional Activities

    • St Tryphon's Cathedral (Free)
    • Kotor Fortress (EUR3)
    • Kotor Maritime Museum (EUR5)
    Landmarks
    Kotor
    Kampana Tower
    Ulcinj
    Ulcinj Castle
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  3. 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 (ALL200)
    • National History Museum (ALL700)
    • Sky Tower (ALL400)
    Landmarks
    Bunk'Art 2
    The Block (Blloku)
  4. Day 4

    Tirana

    Landmarks
    Kruja
    Tirana Castle
    Blloku Neighbourhood
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  5. Day 5

    Tirana - Himare

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Himare Old Town
    Himare Castle
    Ionian Sea
    Ceraunian Mountains
  6. Day 6

    Himare

    Included Activities

    • Local Boat Tour
    Landmarks
    Pigeon's Cave
    Crystal Bay
    Gjipe Beach
    Pirate's Cave
    Gjipe Canyon
  7. Day 7

    Himare - Gjirokaster

    Included Activities

    • Zekate Tower House Visit
    • Local Guide at Traditional Tower House
    • Turkish Coffee 'on the Stone'
    • Gjirokaster Fortress

    Optional Activities

    • Ismail Kadare's House (ALL200)
    • Ethnographic Museum (ALL200)
    Landmarks
    Gjirokaster
    Zekate Tower House
    Gjirokaster Fortress
  8. Day 8

    Gjirokaster - Saranda - Corfu

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led orientation walk near accommodation in Corfu

    Optional Activities

    • Palaiopoli Archaeological Site (EUR4)
    • Mon Repos Summer Palace (EUR4)
    • Archaeological Museum (EUR6)
    • Corfu Fortifications (EUR5)
    Landmarks
    Saranda
    Corfu
    Ionian Sea
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  9. Day 9

    Corfu

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    Connie

    Asked on April 23rd, 2026

    Your tour Dubrovnik to Corfu fits my desired itinerary perfectly (Slovenia, Croatia, Albania, Corfu), however I do not fit into your age category. I need to finish my tour in Corfu. Do you have any suggestions?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2026

      We do have a lot of great Balkan tour options that are open age, as the 18-35s category only makes up a small number of our tours. However, for this specific itinerary I'm afraid we don't have a direct open age alternative if you require your tour ends in 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?

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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?

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    • 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).

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      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?

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    • 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?

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    • 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?

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    • 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?

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    • 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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    • 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?

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    • 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?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024

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

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • 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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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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