Itinerary
- Day 1
Venice
You'll arrive in Venice and connect with your group for an Italian welcome dinner. The meal features pizza, pasta, risotto, gnocchi, and bruschetta to kick things off. After dinner, you can either head back to your accommodation to rest and shake off jet lag, or wander around the city hunting for gelato if you're feeling energized.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner featuring pizza, pasta, risotto, gnocchi, and bruschetta)
Optional Activities
- Explore Venice after dinner
- Visit gelato shop
Landmarks Venice 
- Day 2
Venice to Ljubljana
Your journey continues to Lake Bled in Slovenia where you'll find tranquil waters surrounded by lush green forests. You'll have time to swim or just relax by the water. Then you'll arrive in Ljubljana for the evening. The capital is yours to explore at your own pace, so you could see the dragons at Zmajski most, wander through Tivoli Park, or hike up to Ljubljana Castle to catch the sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Lake Bled
Optional Activities
- Swim at Lake Bled
- Visit Zmajski most (Dragon Bridge)
- Explore Tivoli Park
- Visit Ljubljana Castle
Landmarks Lake Bled Zmajski most (Dragon Bridge) Tivoli Park Ljubljana Castle 
- Day 3
Ljubljana
This day is free for you to explore Ljubljana however you'd like. You can walk the old town's winding streets, try local treats like potica walnut-filled cakes, and check out the Metelkova district for vibrant street art. Grab lunch at a riverside cafe and spend the afternoon relaxing with artisan cheese and charcuterie boards.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore old town streets
- Taste local treats like potica
- Visit Metelkova district for street art
- Lunch at riverside cafe
Landmarks Metelkova - Day 4
Ljubljana to Zadar
You'll travel through Croatia with a stop at Plitvice Lakes National Park where you'll hike around jewel-toned waters and tumbling cascades for an hour or two. By evening you'll arrive in Zadar. You can either relax at the hostel or visit The Sea Organ, an experimental sound installation powered by waves.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Entry to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Optional Activities
- Hike around Plitvice Lakes
- Visit The Sea Organ in Zadar
Landmarks Plitvice Lakes National Park The Sea Organ 
- Day 5
Zadar to Dubrovnik
You'll head to Dubrovnik and walk through this medieval city with a local guide. During the tour you'll see Sponza Palace, Rector Palace, Dubrovnik Cathedral, and the UNESCO-listed old town. As the sun sets over the Adriatic, you'll gather for an included dinner with Mediterranean cuisine like black risotto.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Sunset dinner at a local restaurant featuring Mediterranean cuisine like black risotto made from squid ink)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Dubrovnik with local guide
Landmarks Sponza Palace Rector Palace Dubrovnik Cathedral Dubrovnik Old Town 
- Day 6
Dubrovnik
You have a free day in Dubrovnik to do as you please. You could walk the two-kilometre-long defensive walls for views of crystal-clear ocean and terracotta rooftops, take a kayak trip to Lokrum island, or find hidden swim spots below the city walls for a relaxing day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Walk the old town defensive walls
- Kayak trip to Lokrum
- Swim at hidden beach spots
Landmarks Dubrovnik City Walls Lokrum - Day 7
Dubrovnik to Sarajevo
You'll travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina starting with a walking tour of Mostar with your Trip Leader, including a crossing over the iconic Stari Most bridge. From there you'll continue to Sarajevo for an afternoon at your own pace. Later you'll gather for an included dinner featuring cevapi, burek, and jabukovača.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Included dinner featuring cevapi (barbecued mincemeat morsels), burek (stuffed filo pastry pie), and jabukovača (Bosnian apple baklava))
Included Activities
- Welcome walk of Mostar with Trip Leader
Optional Activities
- Explore Sarajevo at own pace
Landmarks Stari Most - Day 8
Sarajevo
You'll spend the day exploring Sarajevo's streets at your own pace. An optional deep-dive tour into the siege of Sarajevo is available if you're interested, led by a local guide covering key historical sites and the fall of Yugoslavia. Grab dinner and get an early night since tomorrow brings a big drive into Montenegro.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Fall of Yugoslavia and Sarajevo Siege Tour (from €30)
- Day 9
Sarajevo to Kotor
You'll cross into Montenegro and discover the Bay of Kotor with its dramatic mountains, bright blue waters, and tiny coastal towns. After settling in at your central hotel, you can either relax for the evening or walk through Kotor's Old Town to find fresh seafood like octopus salad.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Kotor Old Town
- Dine on seafood
Landmarks Bay of Kotor Kotor Old Town 
- Day 10
Kotor
You'll explore Kotor at your own pace, wandering narrow streets and hiking up to Kotor Fortress for panoramic views. You'll likely encounter the resident cats, local legends say they saved the town. If you're interested, an optional speedboat tour of the Bay of Kotor is available with views and multiple swim stops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Kotor's narrow streets
- Hike to Kotor Fortress
- Private speedboat tour of the Bay of Kotor (from €85)
Landmarks Kotor Fortress - Day 11
Kotor to Tirana
You'll head to Albania and walk through Tirana with a local guide on a tour covering industrial vibes, lush gardens, art galleries, and churches. In the evening you'll gather for an included group dinner featuring Mediterranean cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Included group dinner featuring Mediterranean cuisine)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Tirana with local guide
Landmarks Tirana - Day 12
Tirana
You'll explore Tirana's highlights at your own pace. You could visit Skanderbeg Square to see vibrantly painted national buildings, climb the Clock Tower for city views, or pick up a byrek and relax by the lake in Grand Park.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Skanderbeg Square
- Climb the Clock Tower
- Relax in Grand Park
Landmarks Skanderbeg Square Clock Tower Grand Park - Day 13
Tirana to Albanian Riviera
You'll travel from Tirana to the coast. After the coach ride, you'll have a chance to stretch your legs with a refreshing dip in the brilliantly blue ocean. Then you'll change out of your swimmers and regroup for an included dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Included dinner at a local restaurant)
Optional Activities
- Swim in the ocean
Landmarks Albanian Riviera - Day 14
Albanian Riviera
You have a full day at the beach. Relax on the sand with activities of your choice like afternoon naps, sea dives, or stand-up paddleboarding. An optional SUP adventure is available to paddle around the idyllic Ksamil Islands with multiple swim stops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation
- Stand-up paddleboarding tour in the Albanian Riviera (from €42)
Landmarks Kristal Beach Ksamil Islands - Day 15
Albanian Riviera to Meteora
You'll travel to Greece and head to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Meteora. You'll feel like an ancient god surveying their kingdom from this lofty location while exploring the scattering of Byzantine monasteries perched on Meteora's rocky summit.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the Meteora Monasteries
Landmarks Meteora - Day 16
Meteora to Athens
You'll head to Athens for the final day. You'll spend a few hours exploring ancient history, climbing the mighty Acropolis, wandering through the colourful streets of Plaka, or hunting for souvenirs in the city's markets. As the sun sets over Athens' legendary skyline, you'll gather for one last group dinner featuring Greek cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Final group dinner featuring Greek cuisine)
Optional Activities
- Climb the Acropolis
- Explore Plaka district
- Browse city markets for souvenirs
Landmarks Acropolis Plaka - Day 17
Athens
You'll have one last breakfast before saying goodbye to your group. After breakfast, the adventure ends and your journey continues on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
