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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 38
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Dubrovnik - Budva - Tirana

    Dubrovnik - Budva - Tirana
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (VH Eurostar Tirana Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Dinner at a local restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at a sea-view restaurant in Budva
    • Time on the beach in Budva
    Landmarks
    Budva
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  3. Day 2

    Tirana

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

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Tirana with local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Visit museums in Tirana
    • Explore Bunk'Art - underground bunker turned museum showcasing Albania's communist era with art, history, and Cold War stories
    Landmarks
    Bunk'Art
  4. Day 3

    Tirana - Mostar

    Tirana - Mostar
    Accommodation
    Hotel (HA Hotel Mostar (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Mostar Bridge - Ottoman architecture destroyed in 1993 and rebuilt

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at an authentic local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Mostar Bridge (Stari Most)
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 4

    Mostar - Sarajevo

    Mostar - Sarajevo
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Grand Sarajevo (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Mostar Bridge

    Optional Activities

    • Home-made Bosnian cuisine dinner with local families
    Landmarks
    Mostar Bridge (Stari Most)
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    Sarajevo

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Sarajevo covering 500 years of history from Ottoman times to present day

    Optional Activities

    • Local dinner in town
    • Sarajevo War Tunnels tour - €19.00 per adult - Visit sites associated with the Balkan conflict and tour the War Tunnels that tell the story of Sarajevo's resilience during the conflict
  7. Day 6

    Sarajevo - Belgrade

    Sarajevo - Belgrade
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Moxy Belgrade Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Belgrade - Serbian capital

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Beogradska Tvrđava fortress
    • Stroll along the Sava river
    • Relax on the Hill of Contemplation
    • Explore Belgrade's nightlife and lively evening scene
    Landmarks
    Beogradska Tvrđava (Kalemegdan Fortress)
    Sava River
    Tašmajdan (Hill of Contemplation)
  8. Day 7

    Belgrade - Budapest

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

    Optional Activities

    • Evening cruise on the Danube
    • Explore Budapest's famous ruin bars
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 8

    Budapest

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

    Included Activities

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

    Budapest - Ljubljana

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided coach tour of Budapest including Heroes Square, Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge, and Parliament Building

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ljubljana city center
    • Dinner at a local restaurant in Ljubljana
    Landmarks
    Heroes Square
    Fisherman's Bastion
    Chain Bridge
    Parliament Building
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 10

    Ljubljana - Lake Bled - Ljubljana

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

    Included Activities

    • Walk around scenic Lake Bled framed by the Julian Alps

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Slovenian Evening MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - €46.00 per adult - Traditional Slovenian hospitality with local folklore performers, dining and dancing in one of the oldest restaurants in Ljubljana old town
    Landmarks
    Lake Bled
    Bled Island Church
    Bled Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 11

    Ljubljana - Plitvice National Park

    Ljubljana - Plitvice National Park
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    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Big House Plitvika Jezera (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park with turquoise lakes, sparkling waterfalls, and lush green forests
    Landmarks
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 12

    Plitvice National Park - Zadar - Split

    Plitvice National Park - Zadar - Split
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    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Split Inn (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Zadar - ancient Roman ruins and Sea Organ

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at a traditional Dalmatian tavern in Split
    Landmarks
    Sea Organ
    Roman Forum
  14. Day 13

    Split - Ston - Dubrovnik

    Split - Ston - Dubrovnik
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Akademis Akademia (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ston's medieval walls and ancient salt pans
    • Sample fresh seafood in Ston
    Landmarks
    Ston City Walls
  15. Day 14

    Dubrovnik

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik UNESCO-listed old town with local guide, including Game of Thrones filming locations

    Optional Activities

    • Waterside rock bar swimming and dining
    • Optional dinner with the crew
    Landmarks
    Dubrovnik Old Town
  16. Day 15

    Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • mitchell4.8•September 2026
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    Tom was great. Made things light and fun. Had a few tricks that made the tour even better and is just a good guy in...
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  • Eliza5.0•July 2026
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    Tom lead our group through the second half of our Contiki (Budapest -> Dubrovnik) and he was an absolute legend....
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    Thank you for travelling with Contiki and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to read that your Trip Manager made such a positive contribution to the second half of your journey. It is encouraging to know that their enthusiasm, organisation and engaging historical commentary helped create an enjoyable experience while ensuring everything ran smoothly throughout the trip. We truly appreciate your kind comments and will ensure they are shared with the Trip Manager in recognition of their outstanding service. Thank you again for your valued feedback, and we hope to welcome you on another Contiki adventure in the future.
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  • Lianna5.0•May 2026
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    I’ve been on many contikis and this one was one of the best by far. Tom was an amazing trip manager! He made...
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    Thank you for travelling with Contiki and for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to read that this was one of your best Contiki experiences and that your Trip Manager helped make the journey so engaging and enjoyable throughout. It is great to know their energy and approach contributed to a consistently positive experience. Thank you again for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you on another Contiki adventure in the future.
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  • Scott5.0•May 2026
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    For my first Contiki Tour, and my partner’s first time properly travelling internationally, Tom was amazing. He was...
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    Thank you for travelling with Contiki and for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to read that your first Contiki experience, and your partner’s first international trip, was such a positive one. It is great to know that your Trip Manager’s knowledge, care and attentiveness helped make the journey enjoyable for everyone, and that their support added to the overall experience across multiple destinations. Thank you again for your kind comments. We hope to welcome you on another Contiki adventure in the future.
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  • caoimhe.flynn.contiki5.0•May 2026
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    Tom is an incredible trip manager! His whole vibe is so positive and uplifting. He’s like a walking encyclopaedia and...
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    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for travelling with Contiki and for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to hear that your Trip Manager brought such a positive and uplifting energy to your journey and enriched your experience with engaging stories and insights along the way. It is great to know their enthusiasm helped make the trip so enjoyable for you. Thank you again for your kind comments. We hope to welcome you on another Contiki adventure in the future.
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    Boone5.0•July 2019
    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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