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City tour in: BUCHAREST, BELGRADE, Sarajevo, DUBROVNIK, Tirana, ATHENS Experiences: Monastery at Meteoras Ticket admission: Bran Fortress, Church of Biertan , Castle of Hunedoara , Museum of Yugoslavia in Belgrade , Sirmium Imperial Palace in Stremska Mitrovica , Franciscan Monastery and Cathedral in Dubrovnik , Archaeological Ensemble of Delphi; Monastery of Osios Loukas

Meals

Meals as stated 8 dinner included in: BUCHAREST, SIGHISOARA, Sarajevo, DUBROVNIK, DUBROVNIK, Tirana, Ohrid, Kalabaka

Accommodation

BUCAREST : MERCURE BUCAREST CITY CENTER or MERCURE BINDERBUBI SIGHISOARA or TIMISOARA BELGRADO : NOBEL PALACE or IBIS STYLES SARAJEVO or NOVOTEL SARAJEVO BRISTOL DUBROVNIK : LERO or ROYAL NEPTUN or DUBROVNIK PALACE Tirana : HILTON GARDEN INN TIRANA or METROPOL LAKE RESORT or AMALIA KALAMBACA KALAMBACA : KOSTA FAMISSI or PRESIDENT or NOVOTEL ATHENES ATENAS : SKYLARK We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.

Transport

Includes arrival transfer Evening transfer: Plaka neighborhood in Athens

Guide

English speaking tour in: BUCHAREST, BELGRADE, Sarajevo, DUBROVNIK, Tirana, ATHENS Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.

Insurance

Basic travel insurance

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DINNER AND FOLK SHOW IN ATHENS (2 HRS)(60 EUR) We will depart on the bus with our guide to the lively Plaka district at the foot of the Acropolis. We will have a taste of the typical local cuisine in one of its famous taverns and watch a dance performance from different regions of this country. -Bus tour with our guide. -Dinner-tasting with performance.. 15 number of people required.

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Day 1 Day 1: Bucharest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Bucharest

Welcome to Bucharest! Upon arrival, you´ll be transferred to your hotel, where you´ll have some free time. Information about the start of your tour will be provided. After lunch (included), you’ll enjoy a city tour of Bucharest, including the historic quarter and the impressive Palace of the Parliament. After the tour, you´ll have some free time to explore the city at your leisure.
Day 2 Day 2: Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, Sighisoara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, Sighisoara

Today’s journey offers stunning scenery as we travel to Transylvania, crossing the Carpathian Mountains and lush forests. In Sinaia, we’ll take a leisurely stroll through the gardens of the Peles and Pelisor Castles. Our next stop will be the 14th-century Bran Fortress, commonly known as Dracula’s Castle (tickets included). After some time for lunch, we’ll continue to Sighisoara, a picturesque walled medieval city and UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a special dinner at Count Dracula’s restaurant, located in the house where Vlad the Impaler was born.
Day 3 Day 3: Sighisoara, Biertan, Sibiu, Hunedoara, Timisoara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Sighisoara, Biertan, Sibiu, Hunedoara, Timisoara

In Transylvania, there are many fortified churches in areas that were historically inhabited by people of German origin. Some of these churches are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and we’ll visit one in Biertan (tickets included). Afterward, we’ll head to Sibiu, an important economic and cultural center that once served as the capital of Transylvania. Here, we’ll have time to stroll through the lively narrow streets and squares and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the impressive Hunedoara Castle (tickets included), considered the most beautiful castle in Romania. We’ll then continue to Timisoara, where you’ll have time to explore the city´s elegant central squares.
Day 4 Day 4: Timisoara, Belgrade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Timisoara, Belgrade

We’ll depart for Serbia, crossing the border and traveling for about 3 hours before reaching Belgrade. In this lively capital, situated at the confluence of the Danube and the Sava, we’ll enjoy a panoramic city tour and explore the bustling city center, see the parliament, and stroll through Kalemegdan Fortress. The tour also includes a visit to the Museum of Yugoslavia, where Tito´s Mausoleum is located. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the city at your leisure.
Day 5 Day 5: Belgrade, Sremska Mitrovica, Zvornik, Sarajevo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Belgrade, Sremska Mitrovica, Zvornik, Sarajevo

We’ll begin our journey through the scenic Vojvodina region, with our first stop in Sremska Mitrovica, a city with a delightful historic center on the shores of the Sava River. This city was once a key location in the Roman Empire and served as the capital of the province of Pannonia. Admission is included to the grounds of the Imperial Palace of Sirmium, where we’ll learn about the city’s rich history. We’ll then head towards Bosnia, stopping in Zvornik, one of the oldest cities in Bosnia, located on a river that forms the border with Serbia. This area evokes memories of the Bosnian war, during which the predominantly Muslim population was displaced, and Serbian refugees settled here. Its location is near the village of Srebrenica, known for the tragic massacre. There will be time for lunch and a walk. We’ll continue our route through beautiful landscapes to Sarajevo, arriving in the evening. In the historic center, you’ll have the chance to explore the charming bazaar, an old Ottoman market renowned for its architecture, oriental ambiance, and traditional shops. Dinner will be included.
Day 6 Day 6: Sarajevo, Mostar, Kravica, Dubrovnik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Sarajevo, Mostar, Kravica, Dubrovnik

In the morning, we’ll enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in Sarajevo, a captivating city known as the "Jerusalem of Europe" due to its coexistence of several religions. Mosques, churches, and synagogues showcase its rich religious diversity. We’ll explore the old town´s strong Ottoman influence, highlighted by a magnificent mosque over 500 years old and a beautiful fountain. After our visit, we’ll continue through an area of stunning beauty to Mostar, with its enchanting historic center and iconic stone bridge that separates the Orthodox, Muslim, and Catholic communities. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll through the city. We’ll then proceed to Croatia, where border procedures may take a while. We’ll arrive in Dubrovnik at the end of the day. Dinner will be included.
Day 7 Day 7: Dubrovnik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Dubrovnik

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 will be 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.
Day 8 Day 8: Dubrovnik, Kotor, Budva, Tirana
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Dubrovnik, Kotor, Budva, Tirana

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, where you’ll have some free time to explore. Dinner will be included.
Day 9 Day 9: Tirana, Struga, Ohrid
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Tirana, Struga, Ohrid

Today, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of Tirana, the capital of Albania, visiting its mosques, the Clock Tower, and the ministries. Around midday, we’ll head inland, passing through Albania’s tall mountain scenery and little villages. Enjoy the beautiful countryside around Lake Ohrid, which forms the border with Macedonia. We’ll continue to the Republic of Macedonia (border procedures) and stop for lunch in Struga, a picturesque town on the lake´s shores. We’ll then proceed to Ohrid, a city rich in Ottoman influence and a designated World Heritage Site. You’ll have time to explore the Plaosnik Monastery, or the ancient university founded in the ninth century. Dinner will be included.
Day 10 Day 10: Ohrid, Kastoria, Kalabaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Ohrid, Kastoria, Kalabaka

Today, we’ll travel through Macedonia to Greece, passing through Bitola, a historic city known as the “City of Consuls”. We’ll undergo border procedures when entering Greece, whose northern region boasts strong Slavic and Ottoman influences and rugged terrain. Our journey will continue to Kastoria, the city of the 100 churches, renowned for its medieval streets and delightful lakeside restaurants. In the afternoon, we’ll head to Kalabaka. Here, we’ll visit the Meteora, an awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll have the chance to visit one of its most famous monasteries (admission included). Dinner will be included.
Day 11 Day 11: Kalabaka, Delphi, Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Kalabaka, Delphi, Athens

We’ll journey south through the Thessaly region, where you’ll experience stunning landscapes, before reaching Delphi. Here, we´ll explore the exquisite archaeological site overlooking the Gulf of Corinth, with breathtaking views. There will be time for lunch. Following that, we´ll head to the Hosios Loukas Monastery, renowned as one of the most beautiful Byzantine monasteries in Greece and a World Heritage Site. Its magnificent 11th-century mosaics are truly remarkable. We´ll then continue our journey towards Athens, arriving in the evening.
Day 12 Day 12: Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Athens

We´ll embark on a city tour of Athens with a local guide, visiting landmarks such as the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the National Library, and the bustling squares of the city center. We´ll also explore the newer neighborhoods that developed after the 2004 Olympic Games. The tour will conclude at the Acropolis (admission not included). In the evening, we´ll provide a transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, renowned for its charming Greek tavernas and opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich folklore of this country.
Day 13 Day 13: Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Athens

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

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Itinerary of your trip Balkan Capitals

Day 1: Bucharest

Day 2: Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, Sighisoara

Day 3: Sighisoara, Biertan, Sibiu, Hunedoara, Timisoara

Day 4: Timisoara, Belgrade

Day 5: Belgrade, Sremska Mitrovica, Zvornik, Sarajevo

Day 6: Sarajevo, Mostar, Kravica, Dubrovnik

Day 7: Dubrovnik

Day 8: Dubrovnik, Kotor, Budva, Tirana

Day 9: Tirana, Struga, Ohrid

Day 10: Ohrid, Kastoria, Kalabaka

Day 11: Kalabaka, Delphi, Athens

Day 12: Athens

Day 13: Athens

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