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Best of Balkans (Start Dubrovnik)

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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 38
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Dubrovnik - Budva - Tirana

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (VH Eurostar Tirana Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Included dinner in Tirana

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at sea-view restaurant in Budva
    • Beach time in Budva
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  2. Day 2

    Tirana

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (VH Eurostar Tirana Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Tirana with local guide
    • Orientation around the rainbow-coloured Albanian capital with Contiki gang
    • Visit to Bunk'Art - underground bunker turned museum showcasing Albania's communist era with art, history, and Cold War artifacts

    Optional Activities

    • Visit museums in Tirana
    Landmarks
    Bunk'Art
  3. Day 3

    Tirana - Mostar

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    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Mostar (or similar)), Hotel (HA Hotel Mostar (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Authentic dinner in Mostar
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  4. Day 4

    Mostar - Sarajevo

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    Hotel (Hotel Grand Sarajevo (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Mostar Bridge - Ottoman architecture destroyed in 1993 and rebuilt

    Optional Activities

    • Taste home-made Bosnian cuisine and support local families
    Landmarks
    Mostar Bridge
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  5. Day 5

    Sarajevo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Grand Sarajevo (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Sarajevo with local guide covering 500 years of history from Ottomans to present day
    • Dinner at a local tavern

    Optional Activities

    • Sarajevo War Tunnels tour - Adults €19.00
  6. Day 6

    Sarajevo - Belgrade

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    Breakfast
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    Hotel (Hotel Sumadija (or similar)), Hotel (Moxy Belgrade Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Ramble around the Serbian capital Belgrade to soak up its culture and history

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Hill of Contemplation
    • Stroll along the Sava River
    • Visit Beogradska Tvrdava fortress
    • Experience Belgrade's nightlife
    Landmarks
    Beogradska Tvrdava
  7. Day 7

    Belgrade - Budapest

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Danube river cruise in the evening
    • Visit to Budapest's famous ruins bars
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  8. Day 8

    Budapest

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Expert walking tour past Royal Palace, Chain Bridge, Fisherman's Bastion, and Parliament Building
    • Dinner at a local Hungarian restaurant
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace
    Chain Bridge
    Fisherman's Bastion
    Parliament Building
  9. Day 9

    Budapest - Ljubljana

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided coach tour of Budapest covering Heroes Square, Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge, and Parliament Building
    Landmarks
    Heroes Square
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  10. Day 10

    Ljubljana - Lake Bled - Ljubljana

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walk around Lake Bled scenic area framed by the Julian Alps

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Slovenian Evening MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Adults €46.00
    Landmarks
    Lake Bled
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  11. Day 11

    Ljubljana - Plitvice National Park

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    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Big House Plitvika Jezera (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park - turquoise lakes with sparkling waterfalls and lush green forests
    Landmarks
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
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  12. Day 12

    Plitvice National Park - Zadar - Split

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Split Inn (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast included before departure

    Optional Activities

    • Explore ancient Roman ruins in Zadar
    • Visit Sea Organ in Zadar
    • Dine at local cafes in Zadar
    • Dinner at traditional Dalmatian tavern in Split
    Landmarks
    Sea Organ
  13. Day 13

    Split - Ston - Dubrovnik

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Akademis Akademia (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore medieval walls in Ston
    • Visit ancient salt pans in Ston
    • Sample fresh seafood in Ston
    Landmarks
    Ston Medieval Walls
  14. Day 14

    Dubrovnik

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    Breakfast
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    Hotel (Akademis Akademia (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik Old Town with local guide
    • Spot Game of Thrones film sets during the guided tour

    Optional Activities

    • Swim and relax at a waterside rock bar
    • Optional dinner with the crew
    Landmarks
    Dubrovnik Old Town
  15. Day 15

    Dubrovnik

    Meals
    Breakfast
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    I had the best time in the Balkans with contiki. We got to see and experience a lot in a short amount of time we had...
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    we are in our seventes, is this tour suitable for us?

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      Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate. As you are outside this age range, you would not be eligible to join the trip. However, we have several sister brands that offer fantastic travel experiences starting from age 5, with no upper age restrictions, which may be a perfect fit for you: Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Luxury Gold. These brands provide a wide range of tours and travel styles that cater to different interests and preferences, ensuring a memorable and comfortable journey for all ages.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania.Bosnia.Hungary.Serbia.Slovenia.Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania.Bosnia.Croatia.Hungary.Serbia.Slovenia.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.
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