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- Small Group Tour: 7 Balkan Countries from Athens to Dubrovnik or Split
- Semi-Private Balkans Tour; From Athens to Sarajevo or Belgrade
- Athens to Dubrovnik Adventure 7-countries (Small Group)
- Mythic Wonders: Athens to Dubrovnik Adventure - Small Group Tour
- From Athens to Zagreb
- Ancient Greece & Western Balkans - 9 days
- Balkan Explorer – 10 countries in 17 Days
- Small Group Tour: The Balkans & Central Europe from Athens to Vienna
- Semi-Private Tour of Mediterranean Marvels from Athens to Rome
- All About Greece with 3 Balkan Capitals - Small Group Tour
Small Group Tour: 7 Balkan Countries from Athens to Dubrovnik or Split
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Extremely interesting and informative. The most famous ancient sites in Greece mixed with lots of cultural activities and a variety of geographical areas.”
Vicki, traveled in March
The 14-day Balkan adventure connects 21 cities across 7 countries, starting in Athens. Highlights include UNESCO sites like Delphi's Temple of Apollo, Meteora's monasteries, and Ohrid Lake. The 1,200km route weaves through Greece, Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia, finishing in Dubrovnik's historic center.
Duration 14 days Destinations Greece, Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia, Croatia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Choose Balkans From $6,620
15% Off- NZ$5,627You save $993
Semi-Private Balkans Tour; From Athens to Sarajevo or Belgrade
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary was well thought of, with all the highlights of each destination visited.”
Joseph, traveled in April
A remarkable 14-day route takes you through 21 cities across 7 Balkan countries. From Athens to the UNESCO-listed Delphi ruins, travelers visit Meteora's monasteries, then wind through Albania's stone cities of Gjirokaster and Berat. The path leads to North Macedonia's Lake Ohrid before concluding in either Sarajevo or Belgrade.
Duration 14 days Destinations Greece, Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Choose Balkans From $6,620
15% Off- NZ$5,627You save $993
Begin in historic Athens with visits to the Acropolis and Parthenon before journeying through 7 Balkan countries over 9 days. Travel 1,692 km through Greece, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, and Croatia, concluding in stunning Dubrovnik with its UNESCO-listed Old Town.
Duration 9 days Destinations Greece, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Eskapas From $5,309
3% Off- NZ$5,149You save $159
Mythic Wonders: Athens to Dubrovnik Adventure - Small Group Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Seamless planning, breathtaking landscapes, and a delightful small group experience. Highly recommend for an unforgettable travel adventure!”
Mike, traveled in September
A 9-day, 1,610km Balkan expedition runs from Athens International Airport with transfers to Ilissos Hotel. Notable stops include the UNESCO-listed Meteora Monasteries and Rila Monastery in Bulgaria, concluding in Dubrovnik. Routes are optimized daily, with the longest being the 433km Athens-Meteora segment.
Duration 9 days Destinations Greece, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Ajdinis From
3% Off- NZ$3,975
Duration 19 days Destinations Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Slovenia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From $6,103
15% Off- NZ$5,187You save $915
Duration 9 days Destinations Greece, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia Age Range Ages 6+ Operator On The Go Tours From $7,895
15% Off- NZ$6,711You save $1,184
A 17-day cultural immersion covers 18 cities across 10 countries, opening with a welcome dinner in Athens. The route winds through Delphi's ancient ruins, showcases Meteora's Orthodox monasteries, and returns to Athens via scenic Kamena Vourla, spanning 4,000+ kilometers of Balkan terrain.
Duration 17 days Destinations Greece, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Bosnia, Slovenia, Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
15% Off- NZ$10,426
Small Group Tour: The Balkans & Central Europe from Athens to Vienna
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Exceeded expectations. Prompt communications.”
Catherine, traveled in March
Athens to Vienna unfolds over 21 days, visiting 25 cities across 10 countries. The UNESCO site of Delphi sets the stage, followed by sunset at Meteora's monasteries before crossing through Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia, Hungary, and Slovakia. Landmarks include Lake Ohrid and Budapest's Parliament.
Duration 21 days Destinations Greece, Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Choose Balkans From $9,921
15% Off- NZ$8,433You save $1,488
Semi-Private Tour of Mediterranean Marvels from Athens to Rome
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Albania is a beautiful country, and the experience was incredibly memorable.”
Meary, traveled in August
A Mediterranean odyssey connects 17 cities across Greece, Albania, North Macedonia, and Italy, from Athens to Rome. Private vehicles and a Durres-to-Bari ferry facilitate travel. UNESCO sites like Meteora's monasteries and Alberobello's Trulli houses highlight this 1,500-kilometer journey.
Duration 14 days Destinations Greece, Albania, Macedonia, Italy Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Choose Balkans From $7,397
10% Off- NZ$6,657You save $740
The route from Athens' iconic Acropolis spans 890km across Greece, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, and Albania. Luxury bus transport connects 9 cities, including Delphi's Temple of Apollo and Meteora's cliff-top monasteries, before concluding in Tirana's vibrant streets.
Duration 8 days Destinations Greece, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Ajdinis From
10% Off- NZ$2,808
What people love about Europe Tours from Athens
- Small Group Tour: 7 Balkan Countries from Athens to Dubrovnik or Split
we had a great trip so many places we saw in only 14 days even with the covid 19
- Semi-Private Balkans Tour; From Athens to Sarajevo or Belgrade
We had a great tour of the Balkans. Our tour included Montenegro, Albania, Prizren in Kosovo and Ohrid in Macedonia. I loved Komani Lake, Prizren, Gjirokaster, Ohrid Lake and Berat tour. The company is very professional and made sure to check with us during the tour if everything was going well. We loved Tirana day tour also, a very vibrant and dynamic city. Best company for culture tours in the region
- Athens to Dubrovnik Adventure 7-countries (Small Group)
You get what you pay for in the sense it that this isn't an ultra luxury tour. No one is holding your hand but be respectful of the tour guides and transfers time and be on time. Understand that the tour operation is trying to give you a good time so they will do their best to help you. Know that tourradar is the middle man for the main tour operator and the tour guides are not part of the main tour operator. Changing anything on the tour can happen to up to a month and a half before the tour. The tickets and stuff get booked a few weeks before the tour after that nothing can really be changed. Always asked for a detailed itinerary and make sure that all everyone that is traveling is sent the same information. And that the tour operator is very clear on what time people fly in and out for the tour. This tour is pretty fast pace so there's a ton of checking the schedule constantly to be at places. Still this tour has lots of ambiguity and the tour guides are pretty easy going with the schedule you can request to go other places if you want. However, I was surprised how smoothly it went for so many places and ways of traveling. There were some slight hick ups mainly on miss communication, but nothing major. Overall my party enjoyed the trip. It's a great way to experience different ways to travel Turkey and get a taste of turkey while hitting some of the major sights. Be mindful of going in august its hot and lots of the tour is outside or with shade. September is recommended even by locals. Do the hot air balloons in Cappadocia, if it's extra. Ask if you can change the schedule to go to the underground cities in Cappadocia. Swirling darvishes in konya only dance Thursdays to Saturday. You can do paragliding and swim in cleopatrias pool in Pumakalie, but that is extra. Be ready to go to lots of weaving/tile/pottery exhibitions/shops. Luckily the guides are nice enough to understand you most likely wont buy anything and there's no pressure at the same time you can request to go somewhere, but it's better to have an idea of something else you want to see. Makes to much easier for the guide. Don't forget to tip all porters and tour guides if if they do a great job. So bring small American bills for the porters and like 20 usd or so a person for the guides if a small group. Also note that while some meals are provided any extr drinks you will need to pay for. 10% Tips for food if you have to go out to eat is standard. If your vegetarian let the tour operator know so they can tell the guides to make that adjustment. Most places serve meat. However lots of the tours meals you'll be brought to typical tour buffet places. Bule mosque is under construction (2022) and now hagi Sophia is now a mosque and the sides and upper floors no longer can be accessed. In istanbual we were booked the yagitalip hotel. 30 min walk to the old istanbual. I prefer closer to the water like the Armada when I go. If I were to do this trip over again I would ask for a list of the hotels and request ones closer to the sites. So on down time I can walk to the sites. Last thing for women. Make sure you have a head scarf and I'd recommend low profile socks for the mosques. Bring something called the wiz or something like that, to enable you to pee like a male. Flush toilets are around but be prepared for pit toilets more often than not. The train will not have flush toilets... For all, use common sense and be respectful as you are guest in someone elses country. Turkey is not a 3rd world country, but they do things a certain way and probably have history longer than your country. So be mindful of your comments and actions. The tour operator and the guides are doing what they can to give you a good experience. Have I been on better tours, certainly, but I've paid an armor a leg or it was a tour by people I know locally. Still a great tour and worth going on.
What our customers ask about Europe Tours from Athens
What is the typical duration of multi-day tours starting in Athens?
Multi-day tours from Athens run between 12 and 17 days. Leading options like Europamundo's "Ottoman Turn" operates for 15 days starting with 2-3 days in Athens to see the Acropolis and explore the Plaka district. Travelers stay in central hotels such as Novotel Athens or President Hotel. The schedules allow time to explore each location without feeling rushed. One TourRadar traveler noted "the pacing was perfect giving us enough time to really experience each destination."
What are the most visited landmarks on the first day in Athens?
The first day in Athens focuses on key historical sites. Visitors explore the Acropolis Panathenaic Stadium and Presidential Palace. Evening walking tours take guests through the neighborhoods of Anafiotika Thiseio Monastiraki and Plaka. Most tours use centrally located accommodations like Boss Boutique Hotel or Ilissos Hotel. According to a TourRadar review "starting in Athens gave us the perfect introduction to Greek history before exploring further."
What are the most common first destinations after departing Athens?
After Athens tours typically head north covering 220km to reach Delphi and Meteora. The route includes stops at the coastal town of Kamena Vourla and Thermopylae Mountain Pass. Many travelers stay at properties like the Divani Meteora Hotel in Kalabaka. One TourRadar guest noted "The transition from Athens to northern Greece was breathtaking especially seeing the monasteries of Meteora perched on massive rock formations."
What's the best time of year to start a multi-day tour from Athens?
The main tourist season runs June through September offering ideal conditions for both city visits and island excursions. April-May and September-October provide milder temperatures with smaller crowds. Popular tours like the "Athens to Dubrovnik & Split Sailing Adventure" schedule 4-5 departures monthly during July and August. Companies such as Ajdinis and Europamundo increase their tour frequency in these months with stays at well-equipped hotels like Boss Boutique Hotel Athens.
How many countries can I typically visit on a tour starting from Athens?
Athens-based tours connect travelers to 3-8 Balkan countries. The "Balkan Extravaganza" spans 8 countries over 20 days while the "Athens to Bucharest Adventure" covers 3 countries in 8 days. Accommodations include established hotels like Hotel Egnatia in Thessaloniki and Best Western Terminus in Sofia. Recent travelers report "We visited multiple countries seamlessly with excellent organization."
What dining arrangements are typically included during the Athens stay?
Hotels such as Novotel Athens or Boss Boutique Hotel provide daily breakfast while other meals remain flexible. Most tours arrange a welcome dinner in the Plaka neighborhood featuring local Greek dishes. Recent feedback highlights "The included breakfast at President Hotel was extensive and our guide provided excellent recommendations for local tavernas in Plaka for authentic Greek cuisine." Optional evening entertainment with traditional music dance and dinner costs around 60 USD.
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