Itinerary
- Day 1
Belgrade
You'll arrive at Nikola Tesla Airport and get transferred by coach to your hotel. During the drive, you'll see New Belgrade's Socialist architecture, including the Usce Tower, Western Gate, Belgrade Arena, and Palace of Serbia. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to settle in and get ready for what's ahead.
Landmarks/POIs Nikola Tesla Airport Usce Tower Western Gate of Belgrade Belgrade Arena Palace of Serbia 
- Day 2
Belgrade
Start on Knez Mihailova Street with traditional Serbian coffee and rakija at Belgrade's oldest tavern. Head to Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park for views over the Sava and Danube rivers. Cross Branko's Bridge to explore New Belgrade's Brutalist architecture and the Belgrade Waterfront. You'll also see the Ada Bridge, the Dedinje district, and the Museum of Yugoslavia. Visit the Temple of Saint Sava with its intricate mosaics, then finish at Republic Square. By evening, take a scenic river cruise along both rivers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Coffee and rakija tasting at Belgrade's oldest tavern
- Walking and driving tour of Belgrade including Knez Mihailova Street, Belgrade Fortress, and Kalemegdan Park
- Visit Temple of Saint Sava
- Sava and Danube rivers cruise at sunset
Optional Activities
- Museum of Yugoslavia visit
Landmarks/POIs Knez Mihailova Street Belgrade Fortress Kalemegdan Park Branko's Bridge Ada Bridge Museum of Yugoslavia Temple of Saint Sava Republic Square - Day 3
Belgrade to Zlatibor
After checking out, head south into Oplenac to see the royal mausoleum and explore a century-old winery in the Sumadija region. You'll do a wine tasting with three different wines and learn about the Royal Karadjordjevic dynasty. Continue to Zlatibor Mountain and check in to your hotel. Stroll through the town center, then have dinner with traditional Serbian food at a local kafana, trying ajvar, kajmak, cured meats, pies, and fresh veal or fish.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional Serbian cuisine including ajvar, kajmak, artisan-cured meats, traditional pies, veal or fresh fish at a Zlatibor kafana)
Included Activities
- Visit to Oplenac royal mausoleum and winery
- Wine tasting at premier century-old winery in Sumadija region
- Traditional Serbian dinner at a Zlatibor kafana
Landmarks/POIs Oplenac Sumadija Region Zlatibor Mountain 
- Day 4
Zlatibor to Sarajevo via Drvengrad, Visegrad
After checking out, go to Drvengrad, a unique wooden village created by filmmaker Emir Kusturica with galleries, shops, cinema, and a church. Next, board the Nostalgia heritage train on the Sargan Eight Railway, a narrow-gauge route with a figure-eight layout and mountain views. Cross into Bosnia and Herzegovina to reach Visegrad and see Andricgrad on the Drina River banks. After lunch, continue to Sarajevo and check into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Drvengrad (Wooden Town)
- Train ride on the historic Sargan Eight Railway (Nostalgia train)
- Visit to Andricgrad (Stone Town) in Visegrad
Landmarks/POIs Drvengrad Sargan Eight Railway Visegrad Andricgrad Drina River 
- Day 5
Sarajevo
Start at Vjecna Vatra, a WWII memorial. Have a savory burek pastry, then walk through the Ferhadija pedestrian zone to see the Sacred Heart Cathedral and a 16th-century Orthodox Church. Move into Bascarsija, the old town, to try cevapi and experience a traditional coffee ritual. You'll see City Hall, Latin Bridge, Bezistan market, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, and Sahat Tower, finishing with baklava. The afternoon is free to explore Sarajevo at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Vjecna Vatra (Eternal Flame) WWII memorial
- Traditional Bosnian street food tasting including burek, cevapi, traditional coffee, and baklava
- Walking tour of Bascarsija old town
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Sarajevo
Landmarks/POIs Vjecna Vatra Ferhadija pedestrian zone Sacred Heart Cathedral Orthodox Church Bascarsija City Hall Latin Bridge Bezistan market Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque Sahat Tower 
- Day 6
Sarajevo to Mostar to Trebinje
You'll head out from Sarajevo toward Mostar, spending time walking across the UNESCO-listed Old Bridge and checking out the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque along with other historic spots around the old town. There's a copper workshop where you can learn about the 500-year coppersmithing tradition that's been part of Mostar's identity, and you'll have the chance to make your own piece. After lunch by the Neretva River (free time to grab something on your own), the journey continues to Trebinje. Once there, you'll visit the Hercegovacka Gracanica Serbian Orthodox temple to see its frescoes and take in the views from above, then walk through the Arslanagica Bridge area and Poet's Square before settling in at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of UNESCO-listed Old Bridge
- Visit to Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
- Viewing of the Crooked Bridge
- Visit to Tabhana
- Copper modelling workshop in Mostar with opportunity to craft your own piece
- Visit to Hercegovačka Gračanica Serbian Orthodox temple
- Viewing of Arslanagica Bridge
- Visit to Poet's Square
- Visit to the local market in Trebinje
Landmarks/POIs Stari Most (Old Bridge) Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque Crooked Bridge Tabhana Hercegovačka Gračanica Arslanagica Bridge Poet's Square 
- Day 7
Trebinje to Budva via Dubrovnik
After breakfast and check-out, start at Trebinje's local market sampling fresh cheese, dried meats, and local fruits. Head to Dubrovnik to visit Stradun, Placa Square, Pile Gate, the Rector's Palace, City Walls, and the port, including Game of Thrones filming sites. Learn about the Republic of Ragusa and the city's heritage. Later, continue to Budva to walk through the medieval Old Town, relax on the beach, and check into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Trebinje's local market
- Guided tour of Dubrovnik including Stradun, Placa Square, Pile Gate, Rector's Palace, and City Walls
Optional Activities
- Beach time and seafood dining in Budva
- Local wine tasting in Budva
Landmarks/POIs Dubrovnik Old Town Stradun Placa Square Pile Gate Rector's Palace Dubrovnik City Walls Budva Old Town 
- Day 8
Budva to Kotor and back
Explore the Bay of Kotor, starting in Perast, a small baroque town. Take a boat ride to Our Lady of the Rock island to see the church with valuable paintings, silver votive tablets, and a famous votive tapestry. Head to Kotor for a guided walking tour of UNESCO sites including the churches of Saint Nicholas and Saint Luke, and the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon. You'll have free time to explore the old town or eat at a restaurant before returning to Budva for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat ride to Our Lady of the Rock island
- Entry to Our Lady of the Rock church
- Guided walking tour of Kotor including churches of Saint Nicholas and Saint Luke, Cathedral of Saint Tryphon
Optional Activities
- Dining in restaurants on Kotor squares
Landmarks/POIs Bay of Kotor Perast Our Lady of the Rock Kotor Old Town Church of Saint Nicholas Church of Saint Luke Cathedral of Saint Tryphon 
- Day 9
Budva to Tirana
After checking out from Budva, you'll drive along the Adriatic coast to Old Bar, where stone walls and cobbled streets sit beneath Mount Rumija and you can walk through centuries-old remains. From there you'll cross into Albania for a farm-to-table lunch with local organic products and traditional dishes. Then it's on to Tirana, where you'll see Skanderbeg Square, Mussolini-era buildings, the Et'hem Bey Mosque, National Museum of History, the Clock Tower, and the Presidential Palace. The city's colorful murals are scattered throughout, so you'll come across them as you make your way around before heading to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch featuring organic products and traditional Albanian dishes), Dinner
Included Activities
- Stroll through Old Bar with historic landmarks and panoramic views
- Farm-to-table lunch featuring organic products and traditional Albanian dishes
Optional Activities
- Coffee or traditional dessert at a local café in Old Bar
Landmarks/POIs Old Bar Mount Rumija Skanderbeg Square Statue of Skanderbeg Et'hem Bey Mosque National Museum of History Clock Tower Presidential Palace 
- Day 10
Berat - Durres - Tirana
Begin your day in Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the arched Gorica Bridge, Byzantine Church of Saint Michael, and Red Mosque. Try traditional dishes at authentic local restaurants. Head to Durres, a coastal city, and walk through the bustling port to experience its ancient roots and modern feel. Return to Tirana and spend your evening exploring the Blloku area, known for eclectic restaurants, stylish bars, and local shops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Berat including Gorica Bridge, Byzantine Church of Saint Michael, and Red Mosque
- Visit to Durres
Optional Activities
- Traditional meals at Berat restaurants
- Evening exploration of Blloku area in Tirana
Landmarks/POIs Berat Gorica Bridge Byzantine Church of Saint Michael Red Mosque Durres Blloku - Day 11
Tirana to Skopje via Ohrid
Check out and head toward North Macedonia. First stop is Ohrid, known as the cradle of Slavic literacy and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city has over 300 Orthodox churches and monasteries, plus clear lake waters and mountainous surroundings. Continue to Skopje and check into your hotel. You have the evening free to explore the vibrant capital, enjoy a drink along the Vardar River, and try traditional Macedonian cuisine like tavce gravce and mastika at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Ohrid
Optional Activities
- Evening exploration of Skopje
- Traditional Macedonian dining along Vardar River
Landmarks/POIs Ohrid Ohrid Lake Vardar River 
- Day 12
Skopje
Begin your sightseeing tour in Skopje's Old Bazaar, the largest preserved bazaar in the Balkans, with the 1500-year-old Kale Fortress above. Hear stories about the Sultan Murad Mosque and Daut Pasha Hamam. Cross the Stone Bridge to reach Macedonia Square with its impressive Warrior on a Horse fountain. In the modern part, see Porta Macedonia, the Memorial House of Mother Teresa, the Art Bridge, and various statues. Visit Matka Canyon for a boat ride on turquoise waters surrounded by cliffs and forests. Experience a wine tasting of Vardar River Valley wines. Return to Skopje with the evening free to relax or explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Skopje's Old Bazaar, Kale Fortress, Sultan Murad Mosque, and Daut Pasha Hamam
- Visit to Archaeological Museum of North Macedonia area
- Boat ride on Matka Canyon lake
- Wine tasting featuring Vardar River Valley wines
Optional Activities
- Evening exploration of Skopje
Landmarks/POIs Skopje Old Bazaar Kale Fortress Sultan Murad Mosque Daut Pasha Hamam Stone Bridge Archaeological Museum of North Macedonia Macedonia Square Warrior on a Horse fountain Porta Macedonia Memorial House of Mother Teresa Art Bridge Matka Canyon 
- Day 13
Skopje to Thessaloniki
Cross into Greece and journey to Thessaloniki. Begin at Aristotelous Square with grand mansions and views of the Thermaic Gulf and Mount Olympus. Stroll down Nikis Avenue, a lively promenade filled with the aroma of coffee and local buzz. Visit the White Tower (the city's symbol), the Arch of Galerius where Roman triumph lingers, the Rotunda (evolved from mausoleum to church), and the Church of Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a free evening to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Thessaloniki including Aristotelous Square, White Tower, Arch of Galerius, Rotunda, and Church of Hagia Sophia
Optional Activities
- Evening exploration of Thessaloniki
Landmarks/POIs Aristotelous Square Thermaic Gulf Mount Olympus Nikis Avenue White Tower Arch of Galerius Rotunda Church of Hagia Sophia - Day 14
Thessaloniki to Athens via Meteora
Continue your journey to Athens with a visit to the Meteora along the way. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its unique monasteries perched atop colossal rock spires offering incredible views of the surrounding areas. You'll see picturesque scenery of southern Greece before arriving in Athens for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Meteora monasteries
Landmarks/POIs Meteora - Day 15
Athens
Explore the ancient Greek capital starting with the Acropolis, home to the Parthenon symbolizing Ancient Greece and democracy, plus the Erechtheion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Stroll through Syntagma Square where the Old Royal Palace stands, and visit Omonoia Square with stunning neoclassical buildings. Your tour ends at the Panathenaic Stadium, site of the first modern Olympic Games. Wander through Monastiraki neighborhood to discover the ancient Church of Panagia Kapnikarea. In Plaka, walk charming alleys with 19th-century facades and shops selling handmade treasures and local delicacies.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Athens Acropolis including Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Guided tour of Athens including Syntagma Square, Omonoia Square, and Panathenaic Stadium
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Monastiraki neighbourhood
- Discovery of Plaka district
Landmarks/POIs Acropolis Parthenon Erechtheion Temple of Olympian Zeus Odeon of Herodes Atticus Syntagma Square Old Royal Palace Omonoia Square Panathenaic Stadium Monastiraki Church of Panagia Kapnikarea Plaka - Day 16
Departure
Your tour ends today. After breakfast and checking out, you'll depart for home with wonderful memories of the Balkans and Greece.
- Meals
- Breakfast
