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Explore the Balkans
10 Days | Old-world charm and enduring cultures deep in the Balkans
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Start
Budapest, Hungary
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Finish
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Trip Code
ZMRC
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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
7 breakfasts
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Transport
Public bus, Private vehicle
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Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Pension (2 nights), Hostel (1 night)
From £1,408(10 days)
Trip Informations
Veer off the beaten track and discover some of Central Europe’s up-and-coming hotspots on this ten-day adventure. Starting off in cultured and cosmopolitan Budapest, travel to the Serbian capital of Belgrade for a taste of a city on the rise. Learn about Bosnia and Herzegovina’s war years in Sarajevo, stop by the famed Old Bridge of Mostar and finish things up in medieval Dubrovnik of Game of Thrones fame. Melding the past with the present and the raw with the cultivated, this Balkans adventure gives you the power to see Central Europe your way, with a local leader on hand to steer you in the right direction.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Delve into the communist past and progressive present of the Pearl of the Danube - Budapest, a city often underrated by travellers
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Visit Novi Sad on the banks of the Danube River and maybe explore the Petrovaradin Fortress – one of the most important landmarks in the city with a great view over the river. Then, immerse yourself in the edgy street scene of Belgrade's Bohemian Quarter.
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Explore the sobering Tito’s Bunker in Mostar – an underground facility that served as Yugoslavia's ‘Atomic War Command,’ designed to house a skeleton government who would manage the country in the event of nuclear war.
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Admire the restored architecture of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kotor in Montenegro on a climb along the ancient city fortifications. Then, discover the glittering Bay of Kotor in your free time.
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Hit the historic hotspot of Dubrovnik along Croatia’s Dalmatian coastline. With medieval walls, Game of Thrones tours, hidden swimming coves and alleyway restaurants, this is the perfect spot to end your adventure.
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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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As this trip only has limited time in Budapest, we highly recommend staying a few extra days before your tour to enjoy all this amazing destination has to offer.
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This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local guide and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time when your leader will offer suggestions. Please budget spending money for optional activities you want to partake in.
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As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, single travellers will share a room with other travellers of the same gender. This trip is an excellent opportunity to get to know other like-minded people, so embrace it! European hotels often don't have double beds but two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small, especially compared to American or Australian standards, and in most cases, bathroom facilities will be shared. A single supplement is not available on this trip.
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Summer temperatures can be very high in many regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s essential to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Many European hotel rooms are not equipped with air-conditioning. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability for that season.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Budapest
- DAY 2Novi Sad to Belgrade
- DAY 3Belgrade
- DAY 4Sarajevo
- DAY 5Sarajevo
- DAY 6Mostar
- DAY 7Kotor
- DAY 8Kotor
- DAY 9Dubrovnik
- DAY 10Dubrovnik
Inclusions
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7 breakfasts
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Public bus, Private vehicle
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Hotel (6 nights), Pension (2 nights), Hostel (1 night)
festival Activities
circleNovi Sad – Orientation Walk
circleSarajevo - Burek Snack in Bascarsija
circleMostar - Stari Most
circleKonjic - Armijska Ratna Komanda ARK D-0 (Tito’s Bunker) tour
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circleBudapest - House of Terror - HUF4000
circleBudapest - Hungarian National Museum - HUF2900
circleBudapest - Transport and Entry to Statue Park - HUF5000
circleBudapest - Central Market - Free
circleBudapest - Great Synagogue - HUF9000
circleBudapest - Bike Ride - HUF6000
circleBudapest - Parliament Tour - HUF10000
circleBudapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from) - HUF9400
circleBudapest - Hungarian State Opera House Tour - HUF7000
circleBelgrade - Danube River Cruise - RSD800
circleBelgrade - Tito’s Mausoleum (House of Flowers) - RSD400
circleBelgrade - Nikola Tesla Museum - RSD800
circleBelgrade - City Tour with Local Guide - EUR60
circleBelgrade - Sveti Sava Church - Free
circleBelgrade - Ethnographic Museum - RSD300
circleBelgrade - Military Museum - RSD350
circleSarajevo - City Hall & Old National Library - BAM10
circleSarajevo - Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Svrzo's House - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Brusa Bezistan - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Despica House - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Sarajevo Museum - BAM10
circleSarajevo - City Tour with Local Guide - BAM90
circleSarajevo - Jewish Museum - BAM3
circleSarajevo - Ilidza Park and Springs - BAM15
circleSarajevo - War Tunnel - BAM10
circleSarajevo - National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - BAM8
circleMostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret - BAM15
circleMostar - Old Bridge Museum - BAM10
circleMostar - War Photo Exhibition - BAM6
circleKotor - Cruise on Kotor Fjord - EUR40
circleKotor - St. Tryphon’s Cathedral - EUR4
circleBudva - Day Trip (by public bus) - EUR6
circleKotor - Fortress - EUR3
circleKotor - Maritime Museum - EUR5
circleDubrovnik - Hike up Mt Srd - Free
circleDubrovnik - Church of St. Blaise - Free
circleDubrovnik - Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure - EUR69
circleDubrovnik - Mt Srd Cable Car - EUR27
circleDubrovnik - Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence - EUR4
circleDubrovnik - Rector's Palace - EUR13
circleDubrovnik - War Photography Museum - EUR10
circleDubrovnik - Lokrum Island Boat Trip - EUR27
circleDubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery - EUR4
circleDubrovnik - Dubrovnik Card (1 day local transport & entry to sites) - EUR35
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Saturday May 31, 2025
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is not available on this trip.
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