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Hidden Gems of the Balkans in 12 Days; Semi - Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car

12 days
From Tirana to Sofia
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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 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Tirana

    Tirana
    Start point
    Bulevardi Dëshmorët E Kombit 4, 1000 Tiranë, Albania ( Meet with your local , 08:00 - 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Local Food and Walking Tour of Tirana with local companion
    • Try Byrek at local restaurant
    • Explore Çam bazaar
    • Visit street markets and sample fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables
    • Explore second-hand goods market
    • Traditional Albanian meal at New Bazaar
    • Taste Albanian Grape Raki
  3. Day 2

    Tirana - Kruja - Prizren

    Tirana - Kruja - Prizren
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kruja, historical city from XV century
    • Explore Medieval Old Bazaar of Kruja
    • Visit Kruja Castle
    • Visit Prizren
    • Visit Sinan Pasha Mosque
    • View from Prizren fortress
    • Explore filigree shops in Prizren

    Optional Activities

    • Shop for souvenirs in Kruja bazaar (carpets, jewelry, handmade items)
    Landmarks
    Kruja Castle
    Medieval Old Bazaar of Kruja
    Sinan Pasha Mosque
    Prizren Fortress
  4. Day 3

    Prizren - Gjakove - Decan - Rahovec Vineyards - Prizren

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gjakova bazaar
    • Explore artisan workshops in Gjakova
    • Visit Decan Monastery
    • Drive through Rahovec Valley vineyards

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting in Rahovec Valley
    Landmarks
    Gjakova Bazaar
    Decan Monastery
    Rahovec Valley
  5. Day 4

    Prizren - Mrizi i Zanave - Shkoder

    Prizren - Mrizi i Zanave - Shkoder
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Mrizi i Zanave Agro Tourism Farm
    • Visit Rozafa Castle
    • Visit Venetian Mask Factory in Shkoder

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional lunch at Mrizi i Zanave farm
    • Purchase fresh produce products from Mrizi i Zanave farm
    Landmarks
    Rozafa Castle
    Venetian Mask Factory
  6. Day 5

    Shkoder - Sveti Stefan - Budva

    Shkoder - Sveti Stefan - Budva
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Viewpoint stop at Sveti Stefan
    • Visit Budva
    • Explore Old Budva historical centre
    • Visit St. Ivan Church
    • Visit St. Mary Church
    Landmarks
    Sveti Stefan
    St. Ivan Church
    St. Mary Church
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  7. Day 6

    Montenegrin Riviera - Kotor - Blagaj - Mostar

    Montenegrin Riviera - Kotor - Blagaj - Mostar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kotor
    • Visit Saint Luke's Church in Kotor
    • Visit Blagaj
    • Visit Mostar
    • Visit Stari Most (Old Bridge)
    • Explore Old Bazaar in Mostar
    • Visit Biščevića Kuća
    Landmarks
    Kotor Old Town
    Saint Luke's Church
    Blagaj
    Stari Most
    Mostar Old Bazaar
    Biščevića Kuća
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 7

    Mostar - Sarajevo

    Mostar - Sarajevo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sarajevo walking tour
    • Visit Ottoman and Austria-Hungarian parts of Sarajevo
    • Visit Latin Bridge
    • Complimentary Turkish coffee or tea at Caffe Divan

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at local restaurants offering local dishes
    Landmarks
    Latin Bridge
    Sarajevo Old Town
  9. Day 8

    Sarajevo - Zvornik - Belgrade

    Sarajevo - Zvornik - Belgrade
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic cruise along Sava and Danube Rivers
    Landmarks
    Sava River
    Danube River
  10. Day 9

    Belgrade - Nis

    Belgrade - Nis
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Niš Fortress
    • Visit Bubanj Memorial Park
    Landmarks
    Niš Fortress
    Bubanj Memorial Park
  11. Day 10

    Nis - Rila Monastery - Sofia

    Nis - Rila Monastery - Sofia
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Rila Monastery
    • Explore Rila Monastery complex including main church and museum
    Landmarks
    Rila Monastery
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  12. Day 11

    Sofia

    Sofia
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
    • Visit St. Sophia Church
    • Visit Royal Palace (National Art Gallery)
    • View National Theatre Ivan Vazov
    • Visit Triangle of Tolerance

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Bulgarian cuisine at nearby restaurant
    • Explore Sofia's vibrant nightlife with bars and clubs
    Landmarks
    Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
    St. Sophia Church
    Royal Palace
    National Theatre Ivan Vazov
    Triangle of Tolerance
  13. Day 12

    Sofia - Airport Drop-off

    Sofia - Airport Drop-off
    End point
    Sofia, Bulgaria ( This remarks the end of this 12 days tour through Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia and Bulgaria. We, 10:00 - 12:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Last-minute sightseeing in Sofia
    • Shopping in Sofia
    • Relaxing in Sofia

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    Kosovo
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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    Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Serbia, Montenegro and Kosovo
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    Albania, Bosnia, Serbia, Montenegro and Kosovo
    Type F
    Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Serbia, Montenegro and Kosovo
  • Vaccines
    • 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.Bosnia.Bulgaria.Serbia.Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania.Bosnia.Bulgaria.Serbia.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. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bosnia.Bulgaria. Ideally 3 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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    • For any tour departing before November 18th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 18th, 2026, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Choose Balkans. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 67 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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