Itinerary
- Day 1
Berlin
You'll arrive in Berlin and head to your hotel to settle in. At 6pm there's a welcome meeting in the lobby where you'll meet the rest of the group. After that, the evening's open for you to explore Berlin's nightlife on your own, or there's an optional group dinner if you'd rather stick with the other travelers.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Park Inn or Holiday Inn City West or Hotel Mercure), Hotel (Hotel Park Inn or Quentin XL Postdamer or Hotel Moa Mercure or NH Alexanderplatz)
Included Activities
- Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
- Day 2
Berlin
This morning starts with a guided city tour covering Berlin's major historic sites. You'll see the Reichstag building and Brandenburg Gate, then walk through the elegant Unter den Linden Boulevard and check out Kurfurstendamm. Along the way you'll pass the German State Opera House and the baroque Deutscher Dom. If you prefer, there's an optional tour to Potsdam to see Sanssouci Palace instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Park Inn or Holiday Inn City West or Hotel Mercure), Hotel (Hotel Park Inn or Quentin XL Postdamer or Hotel Moa Mercure or NH Alexanderplatz)
Included Activities
- Berlin City Tour
Optional Activities
- Potsdam City Tour with Sanssouci Palace (2025 departures only)
Landmarks Reichstag Brandenburg Gate Checkpoint Charlie Unter den Linden Boulevard Kurfurstendamm German State Opera House Deutscher Dom - Day 3
Berlin to Dresden to Prague
After breakfast, you'll travel to Dresden to explore the city's restored Baroque architecture. A guided walk takes you through Zwinger Palace, Semper Opera, and the meticulously reconstructed Frauenkirche. Later in the day you'll head to Prague and check into your hotel there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Duo or Hotel Kinsky Fountain), Hotel (</strongHotel Holiday Inn or Hotel Belvedere or Clarion Congress or NH Collection or Orea Pyramida or Hotel Panorama)
Included Activities
- Dresden City Tour
Landmarks Zwinger Palace Semper Opera Dresden Frauenkirche Royal Palace 
- Day 4
Prague
You'll start in Old Town Square wandering the cobbled streets and taking in the atmosphere. Then a guided tour heads up to Prague Castle complex, the former royal residence where Bohemian kings were crowned. You'll see St. Vitus Cathedral from outside, walk across the famous Charles Bridge, and catch panoramic views of the city. There's an optional Medieval Dinner Show in a cave if you want to continue the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Duo or Hotel Kinsky Fountain), Hotel (Hotel Holiday Inn or Hotel Belvedere or Clarion Congress or NH Collection or Orea Pyramida or Hotel Panorama)
Included Activities
- Prague City Tour
Optional Activities
- Medieval Dinner Show in Cave - €55
Landmarks Old Town Square Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral Charles Bridge - Day 5
Prague to Regensburg to Munich
This morning you'll travel from Prague to Regensburg, a medieval city along the scenic Danube River that's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll explore the churches there and see the unique medieval stone bridge that spans the Danube. Later you'll head to Munich and check in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Hotel Paladium Munich or Wyndham Garden Munich Messe or Hotel Am Moosfeld), Hotel (Holiday Inn Westpark or Holiday Inn Unterhaching or Hotel Plaza Premium)
Included Activities
- Regensburg City Tour
Landmarks Regensburg Medieval Stone Bridge 
- Day 6
Munich
A guided walk shows you Munich's main attractions starting with Marienplatz, the iconic Frauenkirche church, and Viktualienmarkt. After that, you'll have free time to explore at your own pace. There's an optional visit to Nymphenburg Palace (€30) if that interests you, and in the evening you can try traditional Bavarian food at the optional Hofbrauhaus (€45).
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Hotel Paladium Munich or Wyndham Garden Munich Messe or Hotel Am Moosfeld), Hotel (Holiday Inn Westpark or Holiday Inn Unterhaching or Hotel Plaza Premium)
Included Activities
- Munich City Tour
Optional Activities
- Nymphenburg Palace - €30
- Hofbrauhaus - Bavarian Night Dinner - €45 (Advance group reservation fee included)
Landmarks Marienplatz Frauenkirche Viktualienmarkt Nymphenburg Palace - Day 7
Munich to Sofia
You'll fly from Munich to Sofia, Bulgaria's capital, this morning. Once you arrive, you'll have free time to explore the city's landmarks on your own schedule.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Sofia)
- Day 8
Sofia to Belgrade
Today involves a bus trip to Belgrade, Serbia's capital, which sits majestically where the Danube and Sava rivers meet near the medieval Belgrade Fortress. A walking tour starts on Knez Mihailova, the vibrant shopping street filled with cafes and shops. From there you'll discover Belgrade's landmarks and learn about the city's history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Abba Hotel or Similar)
Included Activities
- Belgrade City Tour
Landmarks Belgrade Fortress Knez Mihailova 
- Day 9
Belgrade to Sarajevo
You'll head to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina's capital, a historic city where Eastern and Western cultures have intersected over different eras. You'll notice reminders of the Yugoslav War in bullet holes and cannon marks throughout the town. A walking tour takes you through the old town where you'll sample local delicacies and see this unique city's character.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ibis Styles)
Included Activities
- Sarajevo City Tour
- Day 10
Sarajevo to Mostar to Trebinje
The drive toward the Adriatic coast includes a stop in Mostar. You'll walk through the old town to see the iconic Stari Most and the charming market. There's time for lunch at a local spot with nice views, and you can try traditional Turkish coffee while exploring. In the afternoon you'll continue to Trebinje for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Local venue in Mostar)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (SL Panorama Hotel)
Included Activities
- Mostar City Tour
Optional Activities
- Kravice Waterfalls - EUR 30
Landmarks Stari Most Mostar čaršija 
- Day 11
Dubrovnik
The drive down to Dubrovnik offers great views as you descend from the mountains. You'll start with a guided walk through the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, explore the well-preserved walls encircling the town, and wander the narrow medieval streets. You can check out charming spots, try seafood, or swim in the water. You'll return to Trebinje in the evening, though there's an optional boat trip available (€40).
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (SL Panorama Hotel)
Included Activities
- Dubrovnik City Tour
Optional Activities
- Dubrovnik Boat Trip - EUR 40
Landmarks Dubrovnik Old Town Dubrovnik City Walls 
- Day 12
Trebinje to Kotor to Shkoder
You'll drive through scenic Montenegro to reach Kotor, a medieval town with nice architecture that's less crowded than Dubrovnik. A local guide takes you through the old town and you'll have some free time to explore on your own. Later you'll continue to Shkoder, Albania, one of the country's most authentic cities, for an orientation walk and your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Hotel Europa)
Included Activities
- Kotor City Tour
- Shkoder Orientation Walking Tour
Landmarks Kotor Old Town Kotor Medieval Citadel 
- Day 13
Shkoder to Tirana to Ohrid
This morning you'll travel to Tirana, Albania's capital, for a panoramic city tour showing off the best preserved examples of Albanian architecture. You'll have free time to explore Skenderbeg Square and the town center. In the afternoon you'll head to Ohrid, Macedonia and check into your hotel. You can relax after the long day or join an optional Balkan Night dinner (€35).
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Aqualina)
Included Activities
- Tirana City Tour
Optional Activities
- Balkan Night With Dinner - EUR 35
Landmarks Skenderbeg Square 
- Day 14
Ohrid to Skopje
A guided city tour of Old Ohrid takes you through the hundreds of chapels and churches scattered throughout this historic town. In the afternoon, you'll travel to Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Panoramika Design or Hotel Next Door)
Included Activities
- Ohrid City Tour
Optional Activities
- St. Naum Tour - EUR 25
Landmarks Old Ohrid 
- Day 15
Skopje to Sofia
You'll see Skopje on a guided sightseeing tour that covers stunning architecture, grand monuments, and unique history. The tour includes the famous statue of Alexander the Great, a walk through the Macedonian Arc de Triumph, and time to explore landmarks and vibrant street life with cafes and bars. In the afternoon you'll depart for Sofia where you can explore shopping streets and nightlife on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Sofia)
Included Activities
- Skopje City Tour
Landmarks Statue of Alexander the Great Macedonian Arc de Triumph - Day 16
Sofia
Starting early, you'll walk through Sofia's town center with a guide visiting the National Library, Sofia University, The Parliament, St. Alexander Nevsky Patriarchal Cathedral, the National Theatre, and St. Sofia Church. Your guide will share insights about Bulgaria's diverse history and the communist era as you pass the houses of the Council of Ministers, presidency, and former communist party headquarters. You'll stroll toward vibrant shopping streets to explore shops and cafes, then say goodbye to your travel group as the tour finishes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sofia City Tour
Landmarks National Library of Bulgaria Sofia University Bulgarian Parliament St. Alexander Nevsky Patriarchal Cathedral National Theatre St. Sofia Church
