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Mediterranean Wonders & Balkan Treasures in 21 Days; Semi - Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car

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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
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 8
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Ljubljana

    Ljubljana
    Start point
    Ljubljana, Slovenia (Hotel, 10:00 - 20:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ljubljana old town
    • Admire Baroque and modern architecture
    • Visit riverside cafés
    Landmarks
    Ljubljanica River
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Ljubljana

    Ljubljana
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Ljubljana old town
    • Visit Ljubljana Castle
    • Cross Tromostovje bridges
    • Explore Joze Plecnik-designed bridges, parks, and squares
    Landmarks
    Ljubljana Castle
    Tromostovje
  4. Day 3

    Ljubljana - Lake Bled - Lake Bohinj - Ljubljana

    Ljubljana - Lake Bled - Lake Bohinj - Ljubljana
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive to Lake Bled
    • Walk along Lake Bled lakeshore
    • Visit Lake Bohinj in Triglav National Park
    Landmarks
    Lake Bled
    Lake Bohinj
    Triglav National Park
  5. Day 4

    Ljubljana - Postojna Cave - Trieste

    Ljubljana - Postojna Cave - Trieste
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Postojna Cave
    • Explore Piazza Unità d'Italia
    • Wander Trieste old town
    • Visit Cathedral of San Giusto
    • Visit Castle of San Giusto
    • Explore Piazza della Borsa
    Landmarks
    Postojna Cave
    Piazza Unità d'Italia
    Cathedral of San Giusto
    Castle of San Giusto
    Piazza della Borsa
  6. Day 5

    Trieste - Koper - Rovinj

    Trieste - Koper - Rovinj
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Koper old town
    • Visit Tito Square
    • Visit Praetorian Palace
    • Explore Koper waterfront promenade

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy coffee or gelato in local cafés
    Landmarks
    Tito Square
    Praetorian Palace
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 6

    Rovinj - Pula - Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Rovinj - Pula - Plitvice Lakes National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pula Arena
    • Explore Pula old town
    Landmarks
    Pula Arena
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
  8. Day 7

    Plitvice Lakes National Park - Split - Dalmatian Riviera

    Plitvice Lakes National Park - Split - Dalmatian Riviera
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park walking trails and scenic viewpoints
    • Visit Diocletian's Palace
    • Walk through Split old town
    • Visit Pazar Market
    Landmarks
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
    Diocletian's Palace
    Pazar Market
  9. Day 8

    Dalmatian Riviera - Mostar

    Dalmatian Riviera - Mostar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Stari Most
    • Explore Old Bazaar
    • Visit Bišćevića Kuća
    Landmarks
    Stari Most
    Old Bazaar
    Bišćevića Kuća
  10. Day 9

    Mostar - Sarajevo - Mostar

    Mostar - Sarajevo - Mostar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Snack (Ottoman Style Coffee or Tea in Sarajevo)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Sarajevo
    • Visit Ottoman quarters
    • Visit Austria-Hungarian quarters
    • Visit Latin Bridge
    • Turkish coffee or tea at Caffe Divan
    Landmarks
    Latin Bridge
  11. Day 10

    Mostar - Blagaj - Kotor - Montenegrin Riviera

    Mostar - Blagaj - Kotor - Montenegrin Riviera
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Blagaj
    • Explore Kotor old town
    • Visit Saint Luke's Church
    Landmarks
    Blagaj
    Kotor
    Saint Luke's Church
  12. Day 11

    Montenegrin Riviera - Budva - Sveti Stefan - Shkoder

    Montenegrin Riviera - Budva - Sveti Stefan - Shkoder
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Old Budva
    • Visit St. Ivan Church
    • Visit St. Mary Church
    • Visit Rozafa Castle
    • Visit Venetian Mask Factory

    Optional Activities

    • Explore New Budva
    • Photo stop at Sveti Stefan
    Landmarks
    Budva
    St. Ivan Church
    St. Mary Church
    Sveti Stefan
    Rozafa Castle
    Venetian Mask Factory
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  13. Day 12

    Shkoder - Mrizi i Zanave Agrotourism - Prizren

    Shkoder - Mrizi i Zanave Agrotourism - Prizren
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    Included Activities

    • Tour Mrizi i Zanave farm
    • Explore Prizren streets
    • Visit Sinan Pasha Mosque

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional lunch at Mrizi i Zanave farm
    • Purchase fresh local produce
    • Visit filigree shops
    • Climb to fortress for panoramic views
    Landmarks
    Mrizi i Zanave Agrotourism
    Sinan Pasha Mosque
    Prizren Fortress
  14. Day 13

    Prizren - Gjakove - Decan - Vineyards near Rahovec - Prizren

    Prizren - Gjakove - Decan - Vineyards near Rahovec - Prizren
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Gjakova bazaar
    • Visit Monastery of Decan
    • Drive through Rahovec Valley vineyards

    Optional Activities

    • Watch artisans make traditional handmade crafts
    • Purchase local products
    Landmarks
    Gjakova Bazaar
    Monastery of Decan
    Rahovec Valley
  15. Day 14

    Prizren - Kruje - Tirana

    Prizren - Kruje - Tirana
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Kruja Medieval Old Bazaar
    • Visit Kruja Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy traditional lunch
    • Shop for souvenirs including carpets and jewelry
    Landmarks
    Kruja Castle
    Kruja Medieval Old Bazaar
    Itinerary Image 1
  16. Day 15

    Tirana

    Tirana
    Meals
    Breakfast, Snack (Byrek at local establishment), Lunch (Fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables from street markets), Dinner (Traditional Albanian meal with regional specialties at New Bazaar), Snack (Albanian Grape Raki)

    Included Activities

    • Local Food Tour in Tirana
    • Taste Byrek at local establishment
    • Explore Çam bazaar
    • Traditional Albanian meal at New Bazaar
    • Taste Albanian Grape Raki

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at second-hand market
    Landmarks
    Çam Bazaar
    New Bazaar
  17. Day 16

    Tirana - Struga - Ohrid

    Tirana - Struga - Ohrid
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Church of St. John at Kaneo
    • Explore Ohrid old town
    • Visit Paper Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Stop in Struga for drink by Drini River
    • Purchase handmade paper souvenir from Paper Museum
    • Explore Ohrid's 365 Orthodox churches
    Landmarks
    Church of St. John at Kaneo
    Ohrid Lake
    Paper Museum
    Itinerary Image 1
  18. Day 17

    Ohrid - St. Naum - Tushemisht - Drilon - Berat

    Ohrid - St. Naum - Tushemisht - Drilon - Berat
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit St. Naum Monastery
    • Stop in Tushemisht
    • Visit Drilon National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Meet local street vendors and purchase local products
    Landmarks
    St. Naum Monastery
    Tushemisht
    Drilon National Park
    Itinerary Image 1
  19. Day 18

    Berat to Gjirokaster

    Berat to Gjirokaster
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Berat's medieval old town
    • Visit to Berat Castle
    • Exploration of ancient churches and mosques in Berat
    • Visit to Gorica Neighbourhood

    Optional Activities

    • Museum visits in Berat
    • Explore communist-era remains
    Landmarks
    Berat Castle
    Berat Old Town
    Gorica Neighbourhood
  20. Day 19

    Gjirokaster

    Gjirokaster
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Gjirokaster Castle
    • Walking tour of old town and medieval bazaar
    • Visit to a preserved traditional house in Gjirokaster
    • Visit to The Barrels Winery
    Landmarks
    Gjirokaster Castle
    Gjirokaster Old Town
    The Barrels Winery
  21. Day 20

    Gjirokaster to Ioannina to Meteora

    Gjirokaster to Ioannina to Meteora
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Ioannina old town
    • Visit to Ioannina Castle
    • Visit to Meteora monasteries

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Greek cuisine and local delicacies in Ioannina
    Landmarks
    Ioannina Castle
    Ioannina Old Town
    Meteora Monasteries
  22. Day 21

    Meteora to Athens or Corfu

    Meteora to Athens or Corfu
    End point
    Μαρίκας Κοτοπούλη 10, 104 32 Athina, Greece (Athens, 10:00 - 20:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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