Balkan Dreams: Croatia, Bosnia, Montenegro & Albania

1. 1

   Zagreb

   WED
   Arrival in Zagreb. We’ll be ready to transfer you to your hotel. Our guide will join the group from Slovenia around lunchtime. In the afternoon, at around 04:00 p.m. (time may vary), we’ll embark on a panoramic tour with a local guide (included), giving us the opportunity to admire the city’s two hills, the upper town, and the new neighborhoods of Croatia’s capital. Dinner is included.
   dinner Overnight in Zagreb
2. 2

   Zagreb - Banja Luka - Jajce - Sarajevo

   THU
   We’ll depart early in the morning to travel to Bosnia. Border formalities may take some time. As we drive through certain areas, we’ll be reminded of the tragic war of the 1990s. Our journey will take us through the majority-Serb territory of Bosnia, with our first stop in Banja Luka. Here, you’ll have time to explore the capital of the autonomous entity of Republika Srpska, the second largest city in Bosnia after Sarajevo, known for its fortress and Orthodox cathedral. There will be time for lunch. We’ll then continue to Jajce, arguably the most beautiful town in Bosnia, celebrated for its cultural diversity, mosque, fortress, and impressive waterfall (admission included). After some time to explore, we’ll proceed to Sarajevo, arriving in the evening. You’ll have the opportunity to stroll through the historic center and visit the charming Bazaar, an old Ottoman market renowned for its architecture, oriental ambiance, and traditional shops. Dinner is included.
   lunch dinner Overnight in Sarajevo
3. 3

   Sarajevo - Mostar - Dubrovnik

   FRI
   In the morning, we include a guided tour of Sarajevo, a fascinating city known as the “Jerusalem of Europe” for its coexistence of different religions. Mosques, churches, and synagogues reflect this rich diversity. We will notice the strong Ottoman influence in its old town, with its more than 500-year-old mosque and beautiful fountain.
   After the visit, we continue our journey through an area of stunning natural beauty to Mostar, with its beautiful historic center and its iconic stone bridge that links the Orthodox, Muslim, and Catholic communities. Free time for lunch and to explore the city. We then continue on to Croatia. Border formalities (which may be lengthy). Arrival in Dubrovnik at the end of the day. Dinner included.
   lunch dinner Overnight in Dubrovnik
4. 4

   Dubrovnik

   SAT
   We’ll enjoy a panoramic tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide in the morning. We will undoubtedly be in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, perched on a cliff, surrounded by walls and kissed by the Adriatic Sea. Its intact historic center is a jewel of world architectural heritage. We’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a stunning view of the city from a scenic viewpoint along the road. The tour includes tickets to the Franciscan Monastery, home to the oldest pharmacy in Europe, and the Assumption Cathedral. We’ll also take a boat trip to Lokrum, a small island just 15 minutes away that is home to the ruins of an eleventh-century Benedictine monastery, a popular setting for the series Game of Thrones. Afterward, you’ll have free time to explore at your leisure before returning to the hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner is included.
   Note: On some occasions, accommodation may be in Cavtat, a coastal town near Dubrovnik. From November to March, there is no boat service to Lokrum, so we will not visit the island during these months.
   dinner Overnight in Dubrovnik
5. 5

   Dubrovnik - Kotor - Budva - Tirana

   SUN
   We’ll set off early for Montenegro. After completing border procedures, we’ll enjoy the stunning coastal scenery and the Bay of Kotor. We’ll take a ferry across the bay to Kotor, where you’ll have time to explore this beautiful walled town with its strong Venetian influence. Next, we’ll stop in Budva, a charming walled village surrounded by the sea, for lunch. Then we’ll travel to Albania. After customs procedures, we’ll go to the capital, Tirana. Dinner is included.
   lunch dinner Overnight in Tirana
6. 6

   Tirana

   MON
   Today, we’ll go on a city tour of Tirana, the capital of Albania. Highlights include its mosques, the Clock Tower, and the various government buildings.
   Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.
   Please check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.

Price Per Person Includes

• General Services: Travel by bus with English-speaking guide, hotel, and breakfast buffet.
• Includes arrival transfer
• City tour in: Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Tirana
• Boat: To Lokrum Island in Dubrovnik
• Ticket admission: Jajce Waterfall, Franciscan Monastery, and Cathedral in Dubrovnik
• Ferry: Kotor Bay
• 5 dinners included in: Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik, Tirana.

Price Per Person Excludes

• Flight ticket.
• Departure transfer.
• Travel insurance.
• Schengen visa (visa is required for Lebanese Passport).

• Children under 3 years of age are entitled to a discount of 80% (with a minimum of one adult per child).
• Children from 3 to 8 years of age are entitled to a discount of 40% (with a minimum of one adult per child).
• Children from 9 to 15 years of age are entitled to a 10% discount on the value of the trip.