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Balkan Adventure
15 Days | Travel across scenic Eastern Europe from historic Hungary to crescent-shaped Croatia
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Start
Budapest, Hungary
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Finish
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Trip Code
WMSK
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
14 breakfasts
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Transport
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Taxi, Tram
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Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Hostel (1 night), Pension (3 nights)
From £2,508(15 days)
Trip Informations
Welcome to the Balkans, where the East meets the West and the new merges seamlessly with the old. Over the centuries, people have travelled to Eastern Europe for its fertile soil, natural resources and healing waters. This enchanting land, which has remained virtually untouched by tourism, boasts rich tradition, vibrant culture and mouth-watering cuisine. With historical attractions in Budapest, nightlife in Belgrade, Sarajevo's beautiful Old Town, Montenegro's Durmitor National Park and medieval Dubrovnik, this trip is delightfully different. Hike through stunning natural gems, drive through ever-changing scenery, hit up the nightlife after feasting on local favourites and even discover a family-run vineyard in Ilok from the 15th century.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Cross the Chain Bridge in Budapest – known as the Pearl of the Danube – and take the funicular up to Buda Castle for beautiful views over Pest.
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After exploring the 15th-century family-run vineyard, sip the famous Croatian Traminac Premium wine at an included wine tasting in quaint Ilok – this wine was served at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II!
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Wander through Belgrade’s Bohemian quarter and grand 19th-century boulevards before launching into its animated nightlife. Then, take a day trip to the artists’ haven of Zemun.
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Witness Mostar's famous bridge divers hurl themselves from the stones of a bridge that has spanned the river for centuries and visit Tito's bunker – one of the best-kept secrets in former Yugoslavia.
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See the sights on a guided walking tour of scenic Sarajevo and learn about its recent history as a city under siege. Then, take a long drive to the stunning Durmitor National Park.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Humana Zagreb. Donations help provide job opportunities and education programs in sustainable fashion and textiles for people with disabilities.
Is this trip right for you?
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Don’t let the heat put you off travelling in summer! It can get hot (over 40°C), so it’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Please note that only some of the hotels and none of the public trains and buses in this region have air-conditioning.
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Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds and rooms can be small by American or Australian standards. Some of the accommodation used on this trip have shared bathrooms.
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If you have more time to explore the region, you may want to check out our trip 'Vienna to Dubrovnik' (trip code AMSNC). Most departure dates are designed to create these perfect combos.
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There are some long walks and short hikes on this trip, so a reasonable level of fitness is recommended. Please read the day-to-day itinerary carefully to find out more details on each day's activities. Activities can be opted out of if you want to refrain from participating.
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One of the pleasures of travelling in Europe is the ease at which cities can be explored on foot. Your leader will take you on frequent orientation walks, and you’ll be able to explore further in your own time. We recommend you pack comfortable walking shoes for this trip.
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On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight between 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps to accommodate the cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs and steps you are likely to encounter while carrying your luggage. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Budapest
- DAY 2Budapest
- DAY 3Osijek
- DAY 4Osijek
- DAY 5Novi Sad
- DAY 6Belgrade
- DAY 7Belgrade
- DAY 8Sarajevo
- DAY 9Sarajevo to Mostar
- DAY 10Sarajevo
- DAY 11Durmitor National Park
- DAY 12Kotor
- DAY 13Kotor
- DAY 14Dubrovnik
- DAY 15Dubrovnik
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
14 breakfasts
airport_shuttle Transport
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Taxi, Tram
bed Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Hostel (1 night), Pension (3 nights)
festival Activities
circleVukovar - Orientation Walk & Guided Hospital Visit
circleIlok - Winery Visit & Wine Tasting
circleBelgrade - City Tour with Local Guide
circleSarajevo - City Tour with Local Guide
circleMostar - Day Trip
circleKonjic - Armijska Ratna Komanda ARK D-0 (Tito’s Bunker) tour
circleDurmitor National Park Hike
circleDubrovnik - Dubrovnik Card (1 day local transport & entry to sites)
museum Add on activities
circleBudapest - Bike Ride - HUF6000
circleBudapest - Great Synagogue - HUF9000
circleBudapest - House of Terror - HUF4000
circleBudapest - Hungarian National Museum - HUF2900
circleBudapest - Hungarian State Opera House Tour - HUF7000
circleBudapest - Parliament Tour - HUF10000
circleBudapest - Pub Crawl (starting from) - HUF9000
circleBudapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from) - HUF9400
circleBudapest - Transport and Entry to Statue Park - HUF5000
circleBudapest - Danube Boat Trip - EUR15
circleOsijek - Day Trip to Kopački Rit Nature Park, Belje Winery and Etno-Village Karanac (including lunch) - EUR100
circleOsijek - Museum of Slavonia - EUR3
circleOsijek - Archaeological Museum - EUR2
circleOsijek - Bike Hire - EUR10
circleNovi Sad - Petrovaradin Fortress - Free
circleNovi Sad - Museum of Vojvodina - RSD200
circleNovi Sad - City Museum - RSD500
circleNovi Sad - Synagogue - Free
circleBelgrade - Military Museum - RSD350
circleBelgrade - Ethnographic Museum - RSD300
circleBelgrade - Sveti Sava Church - Free
circleBelgrade - St. Mark's Church - Free
circleBelgrade - Museum of Contemporary Art - Free
circleBelgrade - Nikola Tesla Museum - RSD800
circleBelgrade - Museum of Yugoslav History - RSD400
circleBelgrade - House of Flowers - RSD400
circleMostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret - BAM15
circleMostar - War Photo Exhibition - BAM6
circleMostar - Old Bridge Museum - EUR5
circleSarajevo - Svrzo's House - BAM3
circleSarajevo - National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - BAM8
circleSarajevo - Gallery 11/07/95 - Free
circleSarajevo - City Hall & Old National Library - BAM10
circleSarajevo - Jewish Museum - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Ilidza Park and Springs - BAM15
circleSarajevo - Despica House - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Brusa Bezistan - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Sarajevo Museum - BAM10
circleSarajevo - War Tunnel - BAM10
circleKotor - Cruise on Kotor Fjord - EUR40
circleKotor - Maritime Museum - EUR5
circleKotor - St. Tryphon’s Cathedral - EUR4
circleKotor - Fortress - EUR3
circleDubrovnik - Hike up Mt Srd - Free
circleDubrovnik - Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence - EUR4
circleDubrovnik - Rector's Palace - EUR13
circleDubrovnik - War Photography Museum - EUR10
circleDubrovnik - Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure - EUR69
circleDubrovnik - Mt Srd Cable Car - EUR27
circleDubrovnik - Lokrum Island Boat Trip - EUR27
circleDubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery - EUR4
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Saturday May 31, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
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Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
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Saturday Aug 30, 2025
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Important notes
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1. A Single Supplement is bookable on this trip, excluding day 12&13. Availability is limited due to small properties that we use. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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