Itinerary
- Day 1
Belgrade
Your driver meets you at Nikola Tesla Airport and takes you to the hotel. After settling in, the rest of the day is yours to relax and adjust. By evening, head over to Skadarlija if you're up for it, the bohemian quarter where you can catch traditional music and try local food at traditional kafanas.
- Start point
- Surčin, Grad Beograd, Serbia (Belgrade Airport Nikola Tesla)
Optional Activities
- Evening stroll through Skadarlija with traditional music and local food
Landmarks Nikola Tesla Airport New Belgrade Skadarlija 
- Day 2
Belgrade
Start with a panoramic tour of Belgrade's architecture, seeing everything from Brutalism to contemporary buildings. You'll visit the Temple of Saint Sava, then walk through the pedestrian zone to reach Republic Square and Knez Mihailova Street. Try Serbian coffee and rakija at a historic tavern, then check out Belgrade Fortress for river views. The sunset river cruise is optional if you want to end the day on the water.
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Belgrade highlighting architectural diversity
- Visit to Temple of Saint Sava
- Walking tour through city centre including Republic Square and Knez Mihailova Street
- Coffee and rakija tasting at historic tavern with cultural stories
- Walking tour of Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park with river views
Optional Activities
- River cruise on Sava and Danube Rivers at sunset
Landmarks Temple of Saint Sava Branko's Bridge Palace of Serbia (SIV) Belgrade Arena Ada Bridge Dedinje district Residence of Miloš the Great Museum of Yugoslavia Monument of Stefan Nemanja Slavija Square Republic Square Knez Mihailova Street Belgrade Fortress Kalemegdan Park Sava River Danube River 
- Day 3
Belgrade to Zlatibor Mountain
After checkout, head south to Oplenac and explore the royal mausoleum and Serbia's royal heritage. There's an optional wine tasting at a century-old winery in the Šumadija region where you'll learn about the Royal Karadjordjević dynasty. From there, drive to Zlatibor Mountain and check in. Dinner features traditional Serbian food, with an optional gourmet meal at a local kafana.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Serbian food typical of the region)
Included Activities
- Visit to Oplenac royal mausoleum and winery
Optional Activities
- Royal wine tasting with three wine varieties at Šumadija winery
- Gourmet dinner at traditional Zlatibor kafana featuring Serbian cuisine
Landmarks Oplenac Šumadija region Zlatibor Mountain 
- Day 4
Zlatibor Mountain to Sarajevo
After leaving your hotel, visit Drvengrad, an ethno village built by director Emir Kusturica. If you're interested, ride the retro Nostalgia train along the Šargan Eight heritage railway for mountain scenery. Next, drive to Višegrad to see Andrifigured (Stone-Town), a cultural center near the UNESCO-protected bridge. After lunch, continue to Sarajevo and check in.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Drvengrad (Wooden-Town) ethno village
Optional Activities
- Ride on Šargan Eight heritage railway (Nostalgia train) with mountain scenery
Landmarks Drvengrad Kūstendorf Film and Music Festival Šargan Eight Railway Šargan Mountain Višegrad Andrićgrad Bridge on the Drina Drina River 
- Day 5
Sarajevo
Begin at Vječna Vatra memorial, then explore Sarajevo's cultural sites through a sensory tour including the Sacred Heart Cathedral and a 16th century Orthodox Church. There's an optional food tour starting with burek at a local bakery, then ćevapi at Baščaršija, local coffee, and baklava. Walk through Vijećnica, Latin Bridge, and the Bezistan market. The afternoon is free to explore on your own.
Included Activities
- Visit to Vječna Vatra (Eternal Flame) memorial
Optional Activities
- Culinary tour including burek, ćevapi, local coffee tradition, Baščaršija exploration, Vijećnica, Latin Bridge, Bezistan market, Gazi Husrev-beg mosque, Sahat Tower, and baklava tasting
Landmarks Vječna Vatra Sacred Heart Cathedral Orthodox Church Ferhadiya pedestrian zone Baščaršija Vijećnica Latin Bridge Bezistan market complex Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque Sahat Tower - Day 6
Sarajevo to Trebinje
Check out and drive to Mostar for a walking tour of the Old Bridge, Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Crooked Bridge, and Tabhana's old tanner quarter. You can optionally learn copper modeling from a master artisan. Lunch overlooks the bridge on the Neretva River. Later, continue to Trebinje to visit Hercegovačka Gračanica Orthodox Temple and explore the town including Arslanagić Bridge and Poet's Square before checking in.
- Meals
- Lunch (On the banks of the Neretva River with view of the Old Bridge)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Mostar including Old Bridge, Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Crooked Bridge, and Tabhana
Optional Activities
- Copper modelling workshop with master artisan creating jewellery pieces
Landmarks Old Bridge Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque Crooked Bridge Tabhana Neretva River Hercegovačka Gračanica Arslanagić Bridge Poet's Square 
- Day 7
Trebinje to Budva
After checkout, visit Trebinje's local market to see fresh produce from small producers. Then drive to Dubrovnik, exploring Stradun, Placa Square, Pile Gate, Rector's Palace, City Walls, and the port. You'll learn about Game of Thrones filming and the Republic of Ragusa. By evening, head to Budva and explore the medieval Old Town, beaches, bay views, and local seafood before checking in.
Included Activities
- Visit to Trebinje local market
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Dubrovnik including Stradun, Placa Square, Pile Gate, Rector's Palace, City Walls, and port exploration
Landmarks Trebinje local market Dubrovnik Old Town Stradun Placa Square Pile Gate Rector's Palace Dubrovnik City Walls Dubrovnik Port Budva Old Town Church of the Holy Trinity Church of Saint Ivan Church of Santa Maria in Punta Church of Saint Sava Budva Bay 
- Day 8
Budva to Kotor and back to Budva
Head to Boka Bay and stop in the baroque town of Perast. There's an optional boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks island to see the church with local paintings and sacred treasures. Continue to Kotor, a UNESCO site from the 12th-14th centuries. Walk through exploring Saint Nicholas Church, Saint Luke Church, and the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon. Enjoy lunch on a quiet square, then return to Budva for free time.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Kotor including churches of Saint Nicholas, Saint Luke, and Cathedral of Saint Tryphon
Optional Activities
- Boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks island and church entry
Landmarks Boka Bay Perast Our Lady of the Rocks Kotor Old Town Church of Saint Nicholas Church of Saint Luke Cathedral of Saint Tryphon 
- Day 9
Budva to Tirana
Check out and travel along the Adriatic coast to Old Bar, an open-air museum with historic stone walls and cobbled streets. Walk around and optionally grab coffee or dessert at local cafés. Continue into Albania for a farm-to-table agrotourism lunch with organic produce. Drive to Tirana and explore Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, National Museum, Clock Tower, Presidential Palace, and the city's colorful building murals before checking in.
Optional Activities
- Walk through Old Bar with optional coffee or traditional dessert
- Farm-to-table agrotourism lunch with organic products and traditional dishes
Landmarks Old Bar Mount Rumija Lana River Skanderbeg Square Statue of Lord Skanderbeg Et'hem Bey Mosque National Museum of History Clock Tower Presidential Palace 
- Day 10
Tirana to Berat, Durrës, and back to Tirana
Journey through Albania starting with UNESCO-protected Berat, known as the town of a thousand windows. Visit the Gorica Bridge, Byzantine Church of Saint Michael, and Ottoman landmarks including the Red Mosque. Try traditional dishes at authentic restaurants. Then drive to the coastal city of Durrës with its seaside charm and ancient roots. Return to Tirana for an evening that can include the Blloku area with restaurants, bars, and local shops if you're interested.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Berat including Gorica Bridge, Byzantine Church of Saint Michael, Red Mosque, and traditional dining
Landmarks Berat Gorica Bridge Byzantine Church of Saint Michael Red Mosque Durrës Blloku area 
- Day 11
Tirana to Skopje
Check out and travel to North Macedonia with a stop in Ohrid, the cradle of Slavic literacy and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll see one of the world's oldest lakes with clear water and mountains reflected in it. There are over 300 Orthodox churches and monasteries in the area where the first Slavic university was founded. Continue to Skopje and check in, then spend the evening exploring bars and cafés along the Vardar River.
Optional Activities
- Visit to Ohrid and exploration of 300+ Orthodox churches and monasteries
- Evening drink with views of Vardar River in Skopje
- Traditional Macedonian cuisine tasting
Landmarks Ohrid Ohrid Lake Vardar River Skopje 
- Day 12
Skopje and Matka Canyon
Walk through Skopje's Old Bazaar, the largest preserved bazaar in the Balkans, with 1500-year-old Kale Fortress above. Visit the Sultan Murad Mosque, Daut Pasha Hamam, and cross the Stone Bridge to the Archaeological Museum. See Macedonia Square with the Warrior on a Horse monument, then modern landmarks like Porta Macedonia and the Memorial House of Mother Teresa. Drive to Matka Canyon for a boat ride on turquoise water. There's optional wine tasting in Vardar Valley before returning to Skopje.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Old Bazaar, Kale Fortress, Sultan Murad Mosque, Daut Pasha Hamam, Stone Bridge, and Archaeological Museum
- Visit to Macedonia Square and modern landmarks
- Boat ride on Matka Canyon lake
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting featuring Vardar Valley North Macedonian wines
Landmarks Old Bazaar Kale Fortress Sultan Murad Mosque Daut Pasha Hamam Stone Bridge Archaeological Museum of North Macedonia Macedonia Square Warrior on a Horse monument Porta Macedonia Memorial House of Mother Teresa Art Bridge Matka Canyon Vardar River Valley 
- Day 13
Skopje to Sofia
Check out and head to Bulgaria. Visit Rila Monastery, the largest monastery in Bulgaria, set in the Rila Mountains below Musala peak. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a serene, authentic atmosphere. Then drive to Sofia and explore Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Church of Saint Nicholas the Miracle-Maker, Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Church of Saint George, Banya Bashi Mosque, Sofia Synagogue, National Palace of Culture, and Largo before checking in.
Included Activities
- Visit to Rila Monastery
Landmarks Rila Mountains Rila Monastery Musala Sofia Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Church of Saint Nicholas the Miracle-Maker Ivan Vazov National Theatre Church of Saint George Banya Bashi Mosque Sofia Synagogue National Palace of Culture Largo - Day 14
Sofia
Check out from your Sofia hotel. The Balkan tour ends today. Airport transfer is not included, so contact the tour operator if you need to arrange a departure transfer.
