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Essential Southern Balkans

9 days
From Dubrovnik to Saranda
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Essential Southern Balkans - Intrepid Travel
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
Age range 18 to 35
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Highlights

  • Walk Dubrovnik's ancient walls and city
  • Explore medieval Kotor and Stari Bar
  • Discover Tirana's art at Bunk'Art museum
  • Relax on the golden sands of Dhermi Beach
  • Visit Gjirokaster's Ottoman-era tower houses

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Dubrovnik
  2. Day 2 Dubrovnik / Kotor / Ulcinj
  3. Day 3 Tirana
  4. Day 4 Tirana
  5. Day 5 Himare
  6. Day 6 Himare
  7. Day 7 Gjirokaster
  8. Day 8 Corfu
  9. Day 9 Corfu
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What's Not Included

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  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Number of tours

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Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

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  • Angela
    · July 13th, 2023
    I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the wonderful experience I had during my recent tour with your company. Our exceptional tour leader Ivana Vidovic created personal connections with each of us. She took the time to understand our interests and made sure everyone felt included. She was extremely professional, passionate & knowledgeable of all countries & cities visited. I wholeheartedly recommend Ivana Vidovic and Intrepid travel to anyone seeking an incredible travel experience. Angela Miethke
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  • Elizabeth
    · September 27th, 2022
    Amazing!!! Best thing I’ve ever done
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  • Linda
    · June 22nd, 2022
    Tour leader Dora was awesome. Very adaptable. Provided options on transport to save time & inconvenience. Gave us information on each place visited but didn't overload us like school children. Provided suggestions on places to visit, restaurants, etc during free time. Hotels & guest houses all very good. Would have liked to stay 2 nights in Berat instead of 1. That is our 2nd Intrepid tour, will definitely keep recommending to friends. Linda Arlaud & Rodney Barnes
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9 days
Essential Southern Balkans
From Dubrovnik to Saranda

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What our customers ask about this tour

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  • M

    Marlene

    Asked on April 8th, 2025

    Would you be kind enough to tell me if I should take the Essential Southern Balkan tour: 1.) Can I stay over a few days in Corfu at the end of the tour and return to Tirana? If possible, how can I return to Tirana from the hydrofoil port in Albania/what is the distance? 2.) In what location does the tour meet in Dubrovnik?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2025

      You can stay a few extra days in Corfu after the trip ends. The tour begins in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and our joining point is Akademis Academia, Ulica Marka Marojice 2b, Dubrovnik, CROATIA. The trip kicks off with a Welcome Meeting at 6:00 PM on Day 1.

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      Marlene

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      I would love to take this tour, but I am 83 years old. Can you supply me with an alternate tour of the same countries: Albania and Montenegro - one that straddles the coastline?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2025

      We do have a small group Montenegro Sailing trip; its 8 days and the maximum group size onboard our sailboat is 8 people. It is a great itinerary if you are looking to explore the coast but since we use a small sailboat there are no single supplements. We also have a Western Balkans Tour. It is a 12 day trip and we start in Skopje in North Macedonia and end in Dubrovnik. The maximum group size is 12 people. A single supplement is available if you preferred not to share a room on this, it is subject to availability, and applies to all nights.

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    Taylor

    Asked on March 25th, 2025

    Are the accommodations for this tour in hotels or hostels?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      The accommodations for this trip will be a mix of Hotels (4 nights), Guesthouses (3 nights), and Hostel (1 night).

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      Taylor

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Are the accommodations for this tour in hotels or hostels?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      Accommodation on this trip will be in Hotels (4 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Hostel (1 night)

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    Lahcen

    Asked on February 15th, 2025

    What documents do I need for the tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten February 2025

      You’ll need to save a copy of your booking confirmation notification to present on Day 1.

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    Kim

    Asked on January 7th, 2025

    How do I confirm my booking details for the tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      You can confirm your details by filling out the passenger information section on the booking confirmation page.

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    Carolyn

    Asked on January 5th, 2025

    Is it possible to join this tour if I am 37 years old, even though the tour is indicated for 18-35 age group?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      We can accept travelers who are 37 or younger at the start of the trip. We need to confirm with our team if you can join this specific departure. We can also recommend alternative tours with no age restrictions that offer similar exciting and adventurous experiences.

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    Ilian

    Asked on November 13th, 2024

    What is the minimum age for joining this tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      This tour has a minimum age requirement of 18 and a maximum of 35 years.

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    Alejandra

    Asked on November 12th, 2024

    Can I travel alone and share a room on the tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, solo travelers can share rooms with others of similar gender if arrangements allow.

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    Marcelo Oscar

    Asked on November 2nd, 2024

    How do I know if my payment was successfully processed?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      You will receive a confirmation notification once your payment is processed successfully.

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    Roberto

    Asked on October 23rd, 2024

    Is there pre-accommodation available before the tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      Pre-accommodation can be arranged, and rates depend on the hotel availability.

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    Jana

    Asked on March 15th, 2024

    How can I inquire about additional services like airport transfers?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      To inquire about extra services, please specify your preferred dates, and we can assist you with arrangements.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 168030

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    Albania
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    Croatia
    Euro
    Greece
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Albania and Montenegro
    Type E
    Albania and Montenegro
    Type F
    Albania and Montenegro
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania, Greece and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania, Croatia, Greece and Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania and Croatia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 5th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 5th, 2025, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Intrepid Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Intrepid Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.