Itinerary
- Day 1
Belgrade
You'll arrive in Belgrade and start exploring the city's key spots. The Belgrade Fortress gives you a good sense of the city's layout and history, and then you'll head to the Nikola Tesla Museum to learn about Serbia's most famous inventor and the country's scientific heritage.
- 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 check out the National Museum of Serbia, walk through the historical center to get a feel for the city, and then visit the Saint Sava Church, which is really quite impressive in person.
- 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're heading out of Belgrade toward the Pozarevac region to explore some serious history. Smederevo Fortress sits right on the Danube and gives you a sense of medieval Serbia, then you'll explore Viminacium, an archaeological park that shows what Roman life looked like in this area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Smederevo Fortress
- Explore Viminacium archaeological park
Landmarks Smederevo Fortress Viminacium - Day 4
Pozarevac
The Danube region has medieval fortresses scattered along the river, and you'll see two of them today. Ram Fortress and Golubac Fortress both offer great views of the water, and then you'll stop at the peaceful Tumane Monastery to get a sense of Serbia's spiritual side.
- 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're traveling to Nis and will spend time exploring monasteries and natural sites. Manasija Monastery is known for its frescoes, then you'll go underground into Resavska Cave for something completely different, and finish with a visit to Ravanica Monastery.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Manasija Monastery
- Explore Resavska Cave
- Visit Ravanica Monastery
Landmarks Manasija Monastery Resavska Cave Ravanica Monastery - Day 6
Nis
Nis has layers of history, and today you're exploring the Roman and medieval periods. The Mediana site shows you what a Roman palace looked like here, and the Skull Tower Museum covers some intense local history that's important to understanding the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Mediana archaeological site
- Visit Nis Skull Tower Museum
Landmarks Mediana Skull Tower - Day 7
Nis
You'll walk through Nis Fortress, which gives you views over the city and the Nisava River. After that, you can take your time strolling along the Nis Promenade, where locals hang out and there are cafes and shops to check out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Nis Fortress
- Walk along Nis Promenade
Landmarks Nis Fortress - Day 8
Nis to Kraljevo
Heading to Kraljevo means seeing something pretty unique. Davolja Varos Park has these distinctive clay pillars that look almost otherworldly, and it's a nice break from churches and fortresses to just walk around and take in the landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Davolja Varos Park
Landmarks Davolja Varos - Day 9
Kraljevo to Novi Pazar
Novi Pazar is your base for exploring some important medieval sites. You'll visit Zica Monastery, check out Maglic Castle, and spend time at Studenica Monastery, which is on the UNESCO list and worth the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Zica Monastery
- Visit Maglic Castle
- Visit Studenica Monastery
Landmarks Zica Monastery Maglic Castle Studenica Monastery - Day 10
Novi Pazar
The Ras region has several UNESCO sites packed into a smaller area, so you'll see a lot in one day. Durdevi Stupovi Monastery, Sopocani Monastery, Stari Ras Fortress, and St. Peter and Paul Church all tell different parts of Serbia's medieval story.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Durdevi Stupovi Monastery
- Visit Sopocani Monastery
- Visit Stari Ras Fortress
- Visit St. Peter and Paul Church
Landmarks Durdevi Stupovi Monastery Sopocani Monastery Stari Ras Fortress St. Peter and Paul Church - Day 11
Novi Pazar to Zlatibor
You're heading to the Zlatibor region, which offers a mix of nature and spirituality. The Uvac Molitva viewpoint gives you panoramic views across the landscape, and Mileseva Monastery provides a quiet spiritual space with interesting frescoes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Uvac Molitva Viewpoint
- Visit Mileseva Monastery
Landmarks Uvac Molitva Mileseva Monastery - Day 12
Zlatibor
Spending the day in Zlatibor means you'll see natural caves, cultural villages, and water features all in one go. You'll walk through Stopica Cave, check out the traditional Sirogojno Ethno Village to see how people lived, spot the Gostilje Waterfall, and if you're up for it, try the ZipLine Ljubis adventure activity.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Stopica Cave
- Explore Sirogojno Ethno Village
- Visit Gostilje Waterfall
- Try ZipLine Ljubis
Landmarks Stopica Cave Sirogojno Ethno Village Gostilje Waterfall - Day 13
Zlatibor to Sarajevo
Today you're traveling toward Sarajevo with several stops along the way. The Mokra Gora Sargan Eight Railroad is a scenic narrow-gauge train that's unique, then you'll see the Visegrad Bridge, which is UNESCO-listed, and explore the Visegrad Kamengrad site.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Experience Mokra Gora Sargan Eight Railroad
- Visit Visegrad Bridge
- Explore Visegrad Kamengrad
Landmarks Sargan Eight Railroad Visegrad Bridge Visegrad Kamengrad - Day 14
Sarajevo
You'll spend this day exploring Sarajevo's cultural core. The historical center has Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian influence all around you, and the Sarajevo Cathedral is an important religious site worth visiting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Sarajevo Historical Center
- Visit Sarajevo Cathedral
Landmarks Sarajevo Cathedral - Day 15
Sarajevo to Travnik
From Sarajevo you're heading to Travnik area and checking out some unusual spots. You'll ride the Sarajevo Funicular for city views, visit the Tunnel of Hope Museum which covers a specific moment in history, and explore the Bosnian Pyramids, which are archaeologically mysterious.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Experience Sarajevo Funicular
- Visit Sarajevo Tunnel of Hope Museum
- Explore Bosnian Pyramids
Landmarks Bosnian Pyramids - Day 16
Travnik to Jajce
This route takes you through Travnik to reach Jajce. You'll start at Travnik Fortress, then travel on to Jajce where you can see its waterfalls and the scenic park surrounding the town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Travnik Fortress
- Visit Jajce Waterfall
- Explore Jajce Park
Landmarks Travnik Fortress Jajce Waterfall - Day 17
Jajce
You're exploring Jajce's medieval character throughout the day. Jajce Fortress sits above the town and gives you views, then you'll walk through the historical center with its narrow streets and old architecture, and visit Jajce Monastery.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Jajce Fortress
- Explore Jajce Historical Center
- Visit Jajce Monastery
Landmarks Jajce Fortress Jajce Monastery - Day 18
Jajce to Mostar
Heading to Mostar means visiting some significant UNESCO heritage. You'll stop at Scit Monastery and its museum first, then make your way into Mostar's historic center to see the iconic bridge and explore the old town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Scit Monastery
- Visit Scit Museum
- Explore Mostar Historical Center
- Visit Mostar Bridge
Landmarks Scit Monastery Mostar Bridge - Day 19
Mostar
This day combines spiritual sites, medieval culture, and local wine. You'll visit Blagaj Monastery set by a river, walk through the Pocitelj medieval old town with its stone buildings, and tour a local winery to taste what this region produces.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Blagaj Monastery
- Explore Pocitelj Medieval Old Town
- Tour Andrija Winery
Landmarks Blagaj Monastery Pocitelj - Day 20
Mostar
Around Mostar you'll see pilgrimage sites and natural attractions. Medjugorje is a pilgrimage center with religious significance, Kravica Waterfall is beautiful and good for photos, and the Mogorjelo settlement shows ancient ruins from earlier periods.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Medjugorje Pilgrimage Center
- Visit Kravica Waterfall
- Explore Mogorjelo Ancient Settlement
Landmarks Kravica Waterfall - Day 21
Mostar to Trebinje
Traveling to Trebinje means exploring archaeological and natural sites in the region. You'll see the Radimlja archaeological site with its old tombstones, check out Stolac Fortress, and explore Vjetrenica Cave, which is one of the region's geological features.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Radimlja Archaeological Site
- Explore Stolac Fortress
- Discover Vjetrenica Cave
Landmarks Radimlja Stolac Fortress Vjetrenica Cave - Day 22
Trebinje
You'll spend time in Trebinje itself exploring its spiritual and historical character. Tvrdos Monastery is a significant site, the historical center has atmosphere worth soaking in, there's a historic bridge to see, and Trebinje Church is another religious landmark.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Tvrdos Monastery
- Explore Trebinje Historical Center
- Visit Trebinje Bridge
- Visit Trebinje Church
Landmarks Tvrdos Monastery - Day 23
Trebinje to Budva
You're moving toward the Montenegrin coast and exploring charming seaside areas. Perast is a small coastal town with character, you'll see Perast Islet Church on the water, and the Risan Mosaic Museum shows Roman artifacts from the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Perast Coastal Town
- Explore Perast Islet Church
- Visit Risan Mosaic Museum
Landmarks Perast - Day 24
Budva
The Adriatic coast has medieval towns worth your time. Kotor's historical center is packed with narrow streets and old architecture, and Kotor Fortress sits above town with great views. Both are UNESCO World Heritage listed, then you'll head back toward Budva.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Kotor Historical Center
- Visit Kotor Fortress
- Explore Budva Historical Center
Landmarks Kotor Kotor Fortress - Day 25
Budva to Ulcinj
You're traveling south along the coast toward Ulcinj. Stari Bar is an ancient settlement with ruins you can walk through, and Ulcinj's historical center shows the town's diverse past with Ottoman and other cultural influences.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Stari Bar Ancient Settlement
- Explore Ulcinj Historical Center
Landmarks Stari Bar - Day 26
Ulcinj to Kruje
Crossing into Albania opens up new territory to explore. You'll visit Shkoder in the north, seeing its fortress and cathedral, then travel to Kruje to visit Lezhe Fortress, which sits in a strategic location with views of the surrounding area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Shkoder Fortress
- Visit Shkoder Cathedral
- Visit Lezhe Fortress
Landmarks Shkoder Fortress Shkoder Cathedral Lezhe Fortress - Day 27
Kruje to Durres
Kruje's cultural heritage has Ottoman influence you can see throughout the town. You'll explore the Kruje Historical Center, then head to Durres where you can walk through the Ancient Theater and check out the archaeological park with Roman ruins.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Kruje Historical Center
- Visit Durres Ancient Theater
- Explore Durres Archaeological Park
Landmarks Durres Ancient Theater - Day 28
Durres to Gjirokaster
Traveling inland to Gjirokaster, you're entering a UNESCO World Heritage town built on a hillside. The Gjirokaster Fortress overlooks everything, and the historic stone-built city center is worth wandering through slowly to take in the architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Gjirokaster Fortress
- Explore Gjirokaster Historical Center
Landmarks Gjirokaster Fortress - Day 29
Gjirokaster to Berat
You're traveling to Berat to see another UNESCO-listed town. The fortress sits high above the town, and the historic center is built into the hillside with traditional architecture that feels like stepping back in time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Berat Fortress
- Explore Berat Historical Center
Landmarks Berat Fortress - Day 30
Berat to Tirana
Tirana is Albania's capital and feels different from the smaller towns you've been visiting. You'll explore the historical center with its mix of communist-era and modern buildings, visit a Cold War bunker museum to understand that period, and ride the funicular for views across the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Tirana Historical Center
- Visit Tirana Cold War Bunker
- Ride Tirana Funicular
- Day 31
Tirana
You have free time in Tirana to explore on your own or just relax before heading to the airport. Some people like to revisit a favorite cafe or shop, while others use the time to rest up before traveling home or to your next destination.
- End point
- Tirana, Albania (Drop off is possible at any hotel or place, in or around Tirana.)
- Meals
- Breakfast
