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Western Balkans Uncovered

12 days
From Skopje to Dubrovnik
4.1
12 traveler reviews
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
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Highlights

  • Explore Skopje's Ottoman past and vibrant statues
  • Boat through the scenic Matka Canyon
  • Tour Prizren's cobbled streets and Ottoman charm
  • Discover historic sites around Lake Ohrid
  • Walk Dubrovnik's famous city walls

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Skopje
  2. Day 2 Skopje / Matka Canyon
  3. Day 3 Skopje / Prizren
  4. Day 4 Lake Ohrid
  5. Day 5 Lake Ohrid
  6. Day 6 Berat
  7. Day 7 Tirana
  8. Day 8 Tirana / Kruja
  9. Day 9 Kotor
  10. Day 10 Kotor
  11. Day 11 Dubrovnik
  12. Day 12 Dubrovnik
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  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    good scenery, food good, tour guide is excellent
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    I really liked the style of the trip, with a small group and many events together so that we got to know one another. I appreciated having almost all of the travel included rather than a list of optional activities. Bashkim was an outstanding toor guide and his knowledge was incredibly useful and informative.
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    Bashkim the tour leader has shown his professionalism during the whole trip. the daily schedule provided by the leader has clear instructions, so that I can well prepared myself for coming up activities,I appreciated the arrangement for individual accommodation as the last member of the tour.I am more than satisfied for the overall trip.:-)
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    Too few inclusions for a ""comfort"" trip.
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    I was very dissatisfied with many aspects of this trip, including the 'bait and switch' of lowering the price and then not offering me a refund on that price difference.For a comfort trip, this felt no different than a Basix.
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    Amazing countries, great (local) tour guides, great overall experience
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    Trip date: April 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    The trip was absolutely amazing, our tour leader Flutra was brilliant as was the accommodation
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    Trip date: April 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    Our guide was wonderful. Her insight and information given as we traveled from place to place allowed us to have a great feel of the places we visited. The accommodations were as varied as the places we visited. Her choices of dining establishments were spot on for each different location.
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    Trip date: April 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    The trip was interesting and well organized. However there are a couple of suggestions that would make the trip better in my opinion. Some companies have a policy of insisting people move seats daily. I found it annoying that the same two women grabbed the front seat every day. I would have sounded very petty if I had asked them to move. I also like commentary on the daily lives of people not just the political background.
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    Trip date: April 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    We had a really overall great time. There were a few cities I would have liked an extra day in and a few that we maybe didn’t need to spend so long or could have maybe skipped to have a little more time in others.
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    Trip date: April 2019

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    Catherine

    Asked on May 31st, 2025

    Is a visit to Vrelo Cave included during the Matka Canyon visit?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2025

      A visit to Vrelo Cave is not included during the Matka Canyon visit.

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      Catherine

      TravelerWritten May 2025

      Is the trip definitely happening for the June 21st departure?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2025

      There are 4 confirmed passengers for the June 21, 2025 departure. However, it is currently on a request-only basis and will need confirmation after payment.

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    Kristen

    Asked on March 3rd, 2025

    Why are there no reviews after 2019?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      When the trip is complete all traveler receive a link to leave a review, these reviews are then posted to our direct website rather than TourRadar's. Unless a traveler directly logs into their TourRadar booking after the trip to leave their review it doesn't get posted on their website.

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    Carlos

    Asked on July 28th, 2023

    Can I come late and join somewhere on the 6th day or night perhaps? And can you tell me, how many people are booked on this tour so far, what are the ages, and mix? I'm also interested in private rooms.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten July 2023

      You're welcome to join us on the second day of the trip. The group be heading to Matka Canyon and returning to Skopje in the afternoon. Just a heads up, the trip cost won't be reduced for any unused days. As of now, we have 10 confirmed travellers for this departure. The group consists of 2 passengers in their 20s-30s, 4 in their 40s, and 4 in their 50s. If you prefer not to share a room during the trip, a single supplement is available. It applies to all nights of the trip and is subject to availability.

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    Nicole

    Asked on May 14th, 2023

    What is price supplement for single accommodation please.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2023

      A single supplement is available at an additional cost of €640, if you prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability.

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      Nicole

      TravelerWritten May 2023

      What trips have you in August, same as this one and what is supplement for single room accommodation. Thank you.

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2023

      Available departures for August are: Sat 5 Aug 2023 Wed 16 Aug 2023 Available €2,430, Sat 12 Aug 2023 Wed 23 Aug 2023 Available €2,430, Sat 26 Aug 2023 Wed 6 Sep 20233 Available €2,430. Single supplement for an extra €640.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania, Macedonia and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania, Croatia, Macedonia and Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania and Croatia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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