Budget Tours & Trips to Balkans
Discover a varied offer of Balkans budget adventures that will take you through some of the most renowned destinations such as Athens and Santorini. Each affordable tour will provide you with great experiences for some of the lowest prices on the market.
10 best cheap Balkans tour packages
Compiled by
NadineBalkans travel expert at TourRadar
- Ancient Macedonia
- Southern Europe: Montenegro, Corfu & Medieval Fortresses
- Belgrade to Tirana; Semi – Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car
- Small Group Intensive Tour of Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo & N. Macedonia
- 8 Days Ionian Islands, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Bari and more from Athens
- Balkan Express - Northbound. Bulgaria, Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia
- 9 Days Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Split, Opatija and Ljubljana
- 8 Days Split, Dubrovnik, Tivat and Tirana
- Best Experience of Greece - 10 Days
- Semi-Private Tour; Serbia, Bulgaria & Romania from / to Belgrade
Ancient Macedonia
40 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Enjoyed the guided archaelogical tour of Philippi, and the musuem at Vergina, Greece.”
Wei, traveled in July
Three Balkan countries unfold at approx. $200 per day, including 13 hotel nights and 1 monastery stay. UNESCO sites like Ohrid and Rila Monastery included, plus complimentary airport transfers and local transportation across Bulgaria, North Macedonia, and Greece.
Duration 15 days Destinations Bulgaria, Macedonia, Greece Age Range Ages 16+ Price Per Day $389 Operator Explore! From
- NZ$5,840
Southern Europe: Montenegro, Corfu & Medieval Fortresses
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had some difficulties but our positive, fun experiences far outweighed anything else.”
Chloe, traveled in August
The Balkan journey costs approx. $160 per day with breakfast and accommodation. Mixed hostel and hotel stays, featuring free Lekuresi Castle visits and Donji Stoliv hikes. Optional extras include €20 Kotor Bay kayaking.
Duration 8 days Destinations Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Greece Age Range Ages 18-35 Price Per Day $240 Operator G Adventures From
- NZ$1,919
Belgrade to Tirana; Semi – Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This small group tour was the perfect way to explore the Balkans! From the lively streets of Tirana to the beautiful cities of Sarajevo and Belgrade, we got to experience so much in just a few days.”
Toni, traveled in April
A Balkan tour at approx. $200 daily includes 3-star accommodations with breakfast. Entry fees covered for Belgrade Fortress and BUNKART museum. Private transport and guided tours of UNESCO sites like Stari Most and Kotor's Old Town included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $443 Operator Choose Balkans From $4,165
15% Off- NZ$3,540You save $625
Small Group Intensive Tour of Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo & N. Macedonia
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“An amazing tour highly recommended for adventurers. Beautiful way to learn and enjoy balkan countries culture and history.”
YOLANDA, traveled in November
This Balkan trip runs approx. $200 daily with 3-star accommodations, breakfast, and transport. UNESCO treasures like Kotor's Old Town and Berat's castle city await. Entry fees and professional guiding included, meals average $50/day extra.
Duration 5 days Destinations Albania, Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $709 Operator Choose Balkans From
15% Off- NZ$3,548
Duration 8 days Destinations Croatia, Montenegro, Italy, Greece Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $352 Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,126
10% Off- NZ$2,813You save $313
Duration 7 days Destinations Bulgaria, Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $139 Operator Penguin Travel From
10% Off- NZ$973+$608 local payments
Complete Balkan immersion at around $2,600 total. Features 3-star hotels, daily breakfast, 7 dinners, and entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes and Diocletian's Palace. Guided tours and comfortable transfers included.
Duration 9 days Destinations Croatia, Bosnia, Slovenia Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $658 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
10% Off- NZ$5,920
Luxuriate at approx. $300 per day in 4-star hotels across Split, Dubrovnik, Tivat, and Tirana. Package includes daily breakfast, 4 dinners, and guided tours of Diocletian's Palace, Dubrovnik's Old Town, and Kotor Bay.
Duration 8 days Destinations Croatia, Montenegro, Albania Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $527 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
10% Off- NZ$4,217
Best Experience of Greece - 10 Days
45 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The people in taking care of our trip are professional, nice and efficient. Highly recommended.”
Sau, traveled in October
The Balkans unfold with 9 nights at selected 3-4* hotels for approx. $320/day. Daily breakfast, UNESCO site guides, and Santorini ferry tickets included. Hotel upgrades available.
Duration 10 days Destinations Athens, Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Kalabaka, Metéora, Santorini Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $358 Operator Click Tours From $5,598
36% Off- NZ$3,583You save $2,015
Remarkable Balkan sites at approx. $200 per day, with 3-star hotels, breakfast, and professional guides. All entrance fees to UNESCO sites like Rila Monastery and medieval fortresses included, plus private transport across Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania.
Duration 14 days Destinations Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $596 Operator Choose Balkans From
36% Off- NZ$8,338
Budget Tours & Trips to Balkans Reviews
We just finished this 8-day tour from Belgrade to Tirana. It exceeded our expectations, and confirmed these parts of the Balkans are safe and friendly to tourists. We were treated to breath-taking scenery, hospitable hosts and accommodations, and some of the most friendly cultures we’ve experienced around the world. Ana was our tour guide. She was kind, respectful and considerate in every regard. Feel free to ask for her. If interested, ask her about the Albanian way of life in the countryside and the city. Ask her about perspectives from her generation, and her parents’ and grandparents’ generations. She will tell you as much as you’re interested to know. Contact Sirma at Choose Balkans and inquire on private guided tour, it may surprise you how little premium it costs compared to groups, especially off the peak season. She will also answer any questions you have about this or others tours before confirming booking. She personalized arrangements when we encountered Lufthansa airlines strike which delayed our arrival. The company is environmentally conscious and reduces carbon footprint whenever possible.
Belgrade to Tirana; Semi – Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car
- Small Group Intensive Tour of Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo & N. Macedonia
Best experience ever! We were really glad that we chose Choose Balkans for this trip. Everything was amazing. We had a great time!
- Ancient Macedonia
Hope more people take this trip. Macedonia needs us.
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Balkans
Which destinations offer the best value for money on Balkans budget tours?
Albania Bosnia & Herzegovina and Serbia stand out as the most economical choices in the Balkans. In these countries travelers find reasonably priced meals transportation and places to stay. A visit to Tirana's Skanderbeg Square and National Museum costs just a few euros while cities like Belgrade and Sarajevo provide similar value. For those willing to travel during quieter periods Montenegro's Kotor and Croatia's Split become notably more affordable.
What is the best time of year to find budget-friendly tours in the Balkans?
Travel during April-May or September-October to get the best deals. These months bring pleasant weather fewer tourists and reduced prices at popular spots like Dubrovnik's Old Town and Budapest's thermal baths. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Mid to late March or April allows you to miss the crowds of summer while still enjoying comfortable weather for exploring."
How much should I budget for optional activities not included in the tour price?
Budget around 150-200 USD for extra activities on a typical 10-day tour. Common add-ons include food tours in Athens that cost 40-60 USD sunset boat trips along the Croatian coast for 50-70 USD and walking tours through Budapest priced at 15-25 USD. As one TourRadar traveler suggests: "Don't skip the optional activities - they really add to the experience especially the local food tours."
Are entrance fees to attractions included in budget Balkan tours?
Most tours cover entry fees to main attractions. This typically includes places like Rozafa Castle in Shkoder Ohrid's St. John Church and Berat Castle with entry fees ranging from 3-5 USD. Extra activities such as cooking classes or boat excursions usually cost more. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The tour included all the main attraction entry fees which was great value. We only paid extra for optional activities we chose to do."
How much should I budget for meals not included in Balkan tours?
Set aside 25-35 USD daily for meals not in your tour package. Local eateries in Prizren and Ohrid serve full meals for 8-12 USD while street food and casual cafes cost between 3-7 USD per meal. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Food costs were very reasonable - we had amazing local meals in Kosovo and Macedonia for under 10 USD per person."
What type of accommodation can I expect on budget Balkans tours?
These tours typically combine stays at hostels and 3-star hotels. You might find yourself at Belgrade's Best Western Hotel M or Budapest's Novotel Centrum. Most rooms come with basic amenities private bathrooms and convenient locations near city centers. As one TourRadar traveler notes: "The hostels were brilliant and I haven't been nervous at all. I felt very welcomed into the group when I started my tour."