Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll arrive at Athens International Airport and get a private transfer to your hotel. After checking in, spend the rest of the day walking around the city on your own, getting a feel for the local vibe and settling into your accommodations.
- Start point
- Athina, Attica, Greece (Athens)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athens One Smart Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Athens at your own pace
- Wander through the city's charming streets
- Relax and soak in the local ambiance
- Day 2
Athens
Have breakfast at the hotel, then join a half-day guided coach tour of Athens. You'll see the Greek Parliament and Panathenaic Stadium, walk through the Acropolis to check out the Parthenon, and visit the Acropolis Museum. Head back to the hotel for another night in Athens.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athens One Smart Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Half-day guided tour of Athens and Acropolis Museum
- Coach journey past Greek Parliament and Panathenaic Stadium
- Walking tour of the Acropolis
- Visit to the Parthenon
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Acropolis Museum Greek Parliament Panathenaic Stadium - Day 3
Athens - Delphi - Meteora
After breakfast, travel by bus to Delphi where you'll walk through ancient archaeological sites including the Temple of Apollo and historic ruins. Following lunch, the route continues through Central Greece to Kalabaka, where you'll stay near the dramatic rock formations of Meteora.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Orfeas Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Delphi with licensed local guide
- Visit to Temple of Apollo
- Exploration of Delphi archaeological ruins
- Scenic bus journey to Meteora
Landmarks Temple of Apollo Delphi Archaeological Site Meteora 
- Day 4
Meteora - Thessaloniki
Start with breakfast before heading to the UNESCO-listed Meteora Monasteries on the cliff tops. You'll see these Byzantine structures and get views of the surrounding landscape. Later, meet your guide in Kalabaka and travel to Thessaloniki where you'll check out the White Tower and Arch of Galerius.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Egnatia (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to UNESCO-listed Meteora Monasteries
- Exploration of Byzantine monastery architecture
- Views of cliff-top monasteries
- Discovery of White Tower in Thessaloniki
- Discovery of Arch of Galerius in Thessaloniki
Landmarks Meteora Monasteries White Tower Arch of Galerius 
- Day 5
Thessaloniki - Sofia via Rila Monastery
Have breakfast at the hotel, then head toward Sofia. You'll stop at Rila Monastery in the Rila Mountains to see the intricate frescoes and historic architecture. From there, continue on to Sofia for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Terminus Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Rila Monastery
- Exploration of monastery architecture and frescoes
- Scenic journey through Rila Mountains
Optional Activities
- Sofia city tour (scheduled for today or tomorrow morning)
Landmarks Rila Monastery - Day 6
Sofia - Veliko Tarnovo - Bucharest
After breakfast, transfer to Bucharest, Romania's capital. During lunch, you'll stop in Veliko Tarnovo, known from Bulgaria's imperial past. Once you reach Bucharest, check in and spend free time walking around the city to experience the local atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Lido by Phoenicia (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Bucharest at your own pace
- Discover the vibrant atmosphere of Bucharest
Landmarks Veliko Tarnovo - Day 7
Bucharest
Have breakfast, then join a guided tour of Bucharest's main sites including Revolution Square, the Romanian Athenaeum, and Villa Crosse Passage. You'll stroll through the historic Old Town, see Manuc's Inn and the Old Princely Court, and have free time to explore more.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Lido by Phoenicia (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Bucharest
- Visit to Revolution Square
- Visit to Romanian Athenaeum
- Visit to Villa Crosse Passage
- Walking tour of historic Old Town
- Visit to Manuc's Inn
- Visit to Old Princely Court
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Bucharest
Landmarks Revolution Square Romanian Athenaeum Old Town Bucharest Manuc's Inn Old Princely Court - Day 8
Bucharest - Peles - Bran - Sibiu
Head out early to Peles Castle in Sinaia, a 19th century royal residence. Next stop is Bran Castle, the 14th century fortress linked to Vlad Dracula's history. In the afternoon, continue on to Sibiu for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Golden Tulip (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Peles Castle
- Visit to Bran Castle
Landmarks Peles Castle Bran Castle 
- Day 9
Sibiu - Corvin Castle - Timisoara
After breakfast, take a walking tour through Sibiu's Old Town, which held the title of European Capital of Culture from East Europe. Then travel to Corvin Castle to see this Gothic-style fortress and one of Europe's largest castles. You'll have free time at the castle before heading to Timisoara.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Continental Timisoara (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Sibiu Old Town
- Visit to Corvin Castle
Optional Activities
- Free time at Corvin Castle
Landmarks Sibiu Old Town Corvin Castle - Day 10
Timisoara - Vrsac - Belgrade
After breakfast, walk through Timisoara's Old Town and see the Turkish and Austro-Hungarian architecture in this 2019 European Capital of Culture. Head to Arad for a brief walking tour, then stop in Vrsac to visit the rebuilt fortress and enjoy the views from the hills. Cross into Serbia and continue to Belgrade for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Timisoara Old Town
- Walking tour of Arad
- Visit to Vršac fortress
- Views from Vršac hills
Landmarks Timisoara Old Town Arad Old Town Vršac Fortress 
- Day 11
Belgrade - Sarajevo
Your guide picks you up after breakfast for a city tour of Belgrade. You'll see views over the Danube and Sava rivers and the medieval Belgrade Fortress. Walk down Knez Mihailova, the main shopping street with cafes and shops, then explore the city's landmarks. Have free time in the city center before traveling to Sarajevo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Hollywood Sarajevo (or similar))
Included Activities
- Belgrade city tour with guide
- Views of Belgrade Fortress
- Visit to Knez Mihailova shopping street
- Walking tour discovering Belgrade landmarks
Optional Activities
- Free time in Belgrade city centre
Landmarks Belgrade Fortress Knez Mihailova Danube River Sava River 
- Day 12
Sarajevo - Vrelo Bosna - Mostar
After breakfast, walk through Bascarsija where Eastern and Western cultures meet. Visit Vrelo Bosnia to see its natural beauty and resources. Then head to Mostar and explore the Old Town, walking across the iconic Stari Most bridge and through the old marketplace. Grab lunch at a local spot with good views and try Turkish coffee before settling in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with amazing view at a local venue)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Eden Mostar (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Bascarsija
- Visit to Vrelo Bosna
- Walking tour of Mostar Old Town
- Visit to Stari Most (Old Bridge)
Optional Activities
- Try Turkish coffee in Mostar
Landmarks Bascarsija Vrelo Bosna Stari Most Mostar Old Town 
- Day 13
Mostar - Kravica Waterfalls - Dubrovnik
After breakfast, visit Kravica Waterfall in the Hercegnovi district and spend some free time there. Then travel to Dubrovnik, the 'Pearl of the Adriatic', a UNESCO World Heritage Site with well-preserved walls and terra-cotta roofs. Walk through the Old Town, have free time to explore, then settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ivka Dubrovnik (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Kravica Waterfall
- Walking tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Optional Activities
- Free time at Kravica Waterfall
- Free time at Dubrovnik Old Town
Landmarks Kravica Waterfall Dubrovnik Old Town Dubrovnik City Walls 
- Day 14
Dubrovnik - Kotor via Perast
The standard tour ends after breakfast. If you choose the optional full-day trip, you'll pass through Zupa Dubrovacka and Konavle valleys along the Bay of Kotor. Visit the town of Perast known for its fishing heritage and optionally take a boat to the Lady of the Rocks island. Spend time exploring Kotor's walled old town and learning about its cultural history.
- End point
- Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia (Dubrovnik)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Full-day trip to Montenegro - 85 EUR per person
- Pass through Zupa Dubrovacka and Konavle valleys
- Scenic drive along Bay of Kotor
- Visit to Perast
- Optional boat trip to Lady of the Rocks island
- Visit to Kotor
- Walking tour of Kotor Old Town
- Up to 3 hours free time in Kotor Old Town
Landmarks Bay of Kotor Perast Lady of the Rocks Kotor Old Town 
