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Central Balkans Explorer

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Duration19 days

Take in the central belt of countries in the Balkan region, journeying from Belgrade in Serbia to Dubrovnik in Croatia. Uncover the highlights of Bulgaria and Romania including Bucharest, Sofia, Plovdiv and Dracula's Castle. In Bosnia, take in the highlights of Sarajevo and see the famous bridge of Mostar, and uncover the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro. In Croatia, discover the highlights of Dubrovnik and end your trip with an evening sail aboard a majestic galleon.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration19 days
StartsBelgrade
EndsDubrovnik
RangeHandpicked
Tour GuideEscorted by a tour leader
Group SizeMin 1 / Max 16
Minimum ageNo minimum age
DepartsMarch - October
Hotel Rating4-star hotels (upgrade available)
CountriesMontenegro, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Romania
Arrival TransferYes
Departure TransferNo
Meals includedBreakfast: 18, Dinner: 1
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Children (0 - 17)
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Tour Highlights

Belgrade - Tour the highlights of the Serbian capital, sip coffee at the famous ? Tavern and enjoy a sundown cruise on the Sava & Danube rivers
Transylvania - Discover the iconic Bran Castle, which inspired "Dracula" and visit Peles Castle in the Carpathians
Sinaia - Taste regional wine at an included tasting in the Dealu Mare wine region
Bucharest - Spend two nights in Romania's captivating capital and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour
Sofia - Tour the Bulgarian capital, home to onion-domed churches and important landmarks like the Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Zlatibor - Ride the "Sargan Eight" heritage train, offering incredible mountain views and passing through tunnels
Sarajevo - See the sights of the Bosnian capital on a guided tour and taste mouthwatering baklava
Mostar - See the iconic UNESCO-listed Old Bridge and join a hands-on copper workshop
Kotor - Pop into Montenegro to explore this historic walled city and take a boat trip to the island of Our Lady on the Rocks
Dubrovnik - Uncover the historic City Walls, Stradun main street and other highlights of this iconic Croatian city

Included

18 breakfasts & 1 dinner
18 nights 4 star hotels (upgrade available)
Escorted by a local tour leader with local guides for some sightseeing
Airport arrival transfer on day 1
Transportation in a mini-bus with air-conditioning & Wi-Fi
1 bottle of water (0.5l) daily for each passenger, accommodation taxes and city taxes
Guided sightseeing in Belgrade, Novi Sad, Timisoara, Sibiu, Sinaia, Bucharest, Plovdiv, Sofia, Nis, Zlatibor, Sarajevo, Mostar, Blagaj, Trebinje, Kotor & Dubrovnik
Entrance to Temple of Saint Sava, Krusedol Monastery, "Astra" National Museum Complex, Bran Castle, Peles Castle, Damascena Complex with rose water and rakija tasting, Oplenac Royal Complex, Wooden-Town, Blagaj Tekke, Kotor Old Town
Coffee & rakija in a Belgrade tavern
Sava and Danube Rivers cruise
Wine tasting in a local winery in Northern Serbia
Cable car ride in the Carpathian Mountains in Romania
Wine tasting in a local winery in the Dealu Mare region of Romania
Visit to the ethno village in Bulgaria
Natural and handmade herbal cosmetics making experience at Ethar ethnographic museum
Wine tasting in a local winery in Central Serbia
Train ride tickets on the Sargan Eight heritage railway
Traditional Bosnian street food tasting
Copper modelling workshop in Mostar
Visit to the local market in Trebinje
Boat ride to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks and entry ticket to the church
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Not Included

International flights & visas
Departure transfers
Meals not specified in itinerary
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!
Entry fees unless specified & optional activities