Itinerary
- Day 1
Belgrade
You'll arrive in Belgrade and head straight into exploring the city's main attractions. Start with Belgrade Fortress, which sits high above the Danube and Sava rivers, then make your way to the Nikola Tesla Museum to learn about the inventor's life and work. Plan to spend the night in Belgrade, giving you time to settle in and grab dinner somewhere in the center.
- Start point
- Belgrade, Serbia (We will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Belgrade.)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Belgrade Fortress
- Visit Nikola Tesla Museum
Landmarks Belgrade Fortress Nikola Tesla Museum - Day 2
Belgrade
This day focuses on Belgrade's cultural side. You'll visit the National Museum of Serbia to see everything from ancient artifacts to modern art, then walk through the historic center and see Saint Sava Church, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world. It's a full day of culture, so pace yourself and stay another night in Belgrade.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit National Museum of Serbia
- Explore Belgrade historical center
- Visit Saint Sava Church
Landmarks National Museum of Serbia Saint Sava Church - Day 3
Belgrade to Pozarevac
You'll travel from Belgrade to Pozarevac, about an hour east. Once there, check out Smederevo Fortress, a 15th-century stronghold overlooking the Danube, and then visit Viminacium Archaeological Park to see what remains of an ancient Roman city. After exploring both sites, you'll head back to Pozarevac for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Smederevo Fortress
- Visit Viminacium Archaeological Park
Landmarks Smederevo Fortress Viminacium Archaeological Park - Day 4
Pozarevac
This day takes you along the Danube to see three remarkable sites. You'll start with Ram Fortress, a medieval stronghold built into the riverbank, then move to Golubac Fortress with its distinctive towers. After that, visit Tumane Monastery tucked into the landscape nearby. By evening you'll return to your accommodation in Pozarevac.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Ram Fortress
- Visit Golubac Fortress
- Visit Tumane Monastery
Landmarks Ram Fortress Golubac Fortress Tumane Monastery - Day 5
Pozarevac to Nis
You'll head south to Nis, stopping first at Manasija Monastery with its defensive walls and intricate frescoes. Later, explore Resavska Cave, a stalactite and stalagmite formation that's quite unusual. Before reaching Nis, you'll visit Ravanica Monastery, then settle in for the night in Nis.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Manasija Monastery
- Visit Resavska Cave
- Visit Ravanica Monastery
Landmarks Manasija Monastery Resavska Cave Ravanica Monastery - Day 6
Nis
In Nis, you'll see the Mediana Archaeological Site where a Roman villa from the 4th century still stands. Then visit the Skull Tower museum, which preserves a dark piece of local history. Finish with Nis Fortress, a Ottoman-era structure that dominates the city center. You'll stay another night in Nis.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Mediana Archaeological Site
- Visit Nis Skull Tower Museum
- Visit Nis Fortress
Landmarks Mediana Archaeological Site Nis Skull Tower Nis Fortress - Day 7
Nis to Kraljevo
You'll travel west to Kraljevo and spend the day at Davolja Varos, a natural park famous for its tall stone pillars and unusual rock formations. The landscape is really different from what you've seen so far on this trip. Stay overnight in Kraljevo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Davolja Varos Park
Landmarks Davolja Varos Park - Day 8
Kraljevo to Novi Pazar
Next, you'll head to Novi Pazar and visit three important sites. Start with Zica Monastery, an early medieval church with beautiful frescoes, then check out Maglic Castle ruins. Later, you'll see Studenica Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site that's considered one of Serbia's most significant medieval monuments. Spend the night in Novi Pazar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Zica Monastery
- Visit Maglic Castle
- Visit Studenica Monastery
Landmarks Zica Monastery Maglic Castle Studenica Monastery - Day 9
Novi Pazar
You'll explore the Stari Ras region, another UNESCO-listed area with deep historical roots. Visit Durdevi Stupovi Monastery and Sopocani Monastery, both with important medieval art. Then see Stari Ras Fortress and St. Peter and Paul Church to round out the day. After everything, you'll return to Novi Pazar for another night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Durdevi Stupovi Monastery
- Visit Sopocani Monastery
- Visit Stari Ras Fortress
- Visit St. Peter and Paul Church in Ras
Landmarks Durdevi Stupovi Monastery Sopocani Monastery Stari Ras Fortress St. Peter and Paul Church in Ras - Day 10
Novi Pazar to Zlatibor
You'll travel to the Zlatibor region, heading into mountain territory. Stop at the Uvac Molitva viewpoint, a dramatic spot overlooking a horseshoe bend in the river, then visit Mileseva Monastery, known for its white monastery and religious importance. The mountain setting is quite different from the river valleys you've been exploring. Stay overnight in Zlatibor.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Uvac Molitva Viewpoint
- Visit Mileseva Monastery
Landmarks Uvac Molitva Viewpoint Mileseva Monastery - Day 11
Zlatibor
Your second day in Zlatibor includes Stopica Cave, which you can walk through to see stalactites and underground streams. After that, head to Sirogojno Ethno Village to experience traditional Serbian life and crafts. Before evening, visit Gostilje Waterfall for some natural scenery. You'll stay another night in the Zlatibor area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Stopica Cave
- Visit Sirogojno Ethno Village
- Visit Gostilje Waterfall
Landmarks Stopica Cave Sirogojno Ethno Village Gostilje Waterfall - Day 12
Zlatibor to Sarajevo
You'll start moving toward Bosnia and Herzegovina. First stop is Mokra Gora to ride the Sargan Eight railroad, a scenic narrow-gauge line through mountain territory. From there, continue to Visegrad to cross the UNESCO-listed Mehmed Pasa Sokolovic Bridge and check out Kamengrad, a stone castle complex. By evening you'll arrive in Sarajevo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Ride Mokra Gora Sargan Eight Railroad
- Visit Visegrad Bridge
- Visit Visegrad Kamengrad Tourist Attraction
Landmarks Sargan Eight Railroad Visegrad Bridge Visegrad Kamengrad - Day 13
Sarajevo
In Sarajevo, you'll walk through the historic center with its Ottoman-era buildings and narrow streets. Visit the Sarajevo Cathedral, an impressive Gothic structure that contrasts with the surrounding architecture. There's a lot of history here, so take time to absorb it. You'll stay overnight in Sarajevo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Sarajevo Historical Center
- Visit Sarajevo Cathedral
Landmarks Sarajevo Cathedral - Day 14
Sarajevo to Mostar
Today you'll travel from Sarajevo to Mostar with several stops along the way. Ride the Sarajevo Funicular for views of the city, then visit the Tunnel of Hope museum, which tells the story of the siege. You'll cross the Konjic Bridge and eventually reach Mostar to see its famous UNESCO-listed old bridge and historic center. Stay in Mostar for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Ride Sarajevo Funicular
- Visit Sarajevo Tunnel of Hope Museum
- Visit Konjic Bridge
- Explore Mostar Historical Center
Landmarks Sarajevo Funicular Tunnel of Hope Konjic Bridge Mostar Historical Center - Day 15
Mostar
South of Mostar, you'll visit Blagaj Monastery, a peaceful spot built into a cliff beside a spring-fed river. Then go to Pocitelj, a medieval hilltop town with cobblestone streets and old fortifications. After that, stop at Andrija Winery to taste local wines. Return to Mostar by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Blagaj Monastery
- Visit Pocitelj Medieval Old Town
- Visit Andrija Winery
Landmarks Blagaj Monastery Pocitelj Andrija Winery - Day 16
Mostar
You'll visit Medjugorje, a pilgrimage center high in the hills, then head to Kravica Waterfall, a horseshoe-shaped cascade where you can swim if weather permits. On the way back, check out Mogorjelo, archaeological ruins from a Roman settlement. By evening you'll be back in Mostar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Medjugorje Pilgrimage Center
- Visit Kravica Waterfall
- Visit Mogorjelo Ancient Settlement
Landmarks Medjugorje Kravica Waterfall Mogorjelo - Day 17
Mostar to Trebinje
You'll travel to Trebinje, a town in southern Bosnia. Along the way or once there, visit the Radimlja Archaeological Site with its medieval tombstones, explore Stolac Fortress, and descend into Vjetrenica Cave, one of the deepest cave systems in the region. Spend the night in Trebinje.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Radimlja Archaeological Site
- Visit Stolac Fortress
- Visit Vjetrenica Cave
Landmarks Radimlja Stolac Fortress Vjetrenica Cave - Day 18
Trebinje
In Trebinje, you'll see Tvrdos Monastery, a religious site with beautiful grounds and gardens. Walk through the historic center with its Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian architecture, cross the iconic Trebinje Bridge, and visit Trebinje Church. Stay another night in Trebinje.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Tvrdos Monastery
- Explore Trebinje Historical Center
- Visit Trebinje Bridge
- Visit Trebinje Church
Landmarks Tvrdos Monastery Trebinje Bridge - Day 19
Trebinje to Dubrovnik
On your final day, you'll make the transfer from Trebinje to Dubrovnik, arriving at the end point of your 19-day journey through the Balkans. The drive takes you along coastal roads toward the Adriatic, marking the completion of your tour.
- End point
- Dubrovnik, Croatia (Drop off is possible at any hotel or place, in or around Dubrovnik.)
- Meals
- Breakfast
