Balkan Tour 10 Days
A Best Balkan Tour Itinerary will take you through some of the most beautiful and historically rich destinations across the Balkans, a region known for its diverse cultures, ancient ruins, scenic landscapes, and vibrant cities. The Balkans include countries like Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Serbia, Kosovo, and Bulgaria.
Tips
The best months for this tour are from April to June and September to October, as the weather is mild, and the tourist crowds are fewer.
The most convenient way to travel between these cities is by private car or coach, especially for longer distances. Buses and trains are available but may not be as comfortable or frequent for tourists
The most convenient way to travel between these cities is by private car or coach, especially for longer distances. Buses and trains are available but may not be as comfortable or frequent for tourists
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Dubrovnik, Croatia
Morning:
- Arrive in Dubrovnik – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Croatia’s most famous cities.
- Walking tour of the Old Town – Visit landmarks like Pile Gate, Stradun Street, and Sponza Palace.
- Stroll along the City Walls – Enjoy stunning views of the Adriatic Sea.
Afternoon:
- Visit Fort Lovrijenac – A historic fortress offering incredible views of Dubrovnik’s harbor.
- Lunch at a local seafood restaurant.
Evening:
- Dinner in the Old Town – Enjoy a relaxing evening watching the sunset over the sea.
Morning:
- Arrive in Dubrovnik – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Croatia’s most famous cities.
- Walking tour of the Old Town – Visit landmarks like Pile Gate, Stradun Street, and Sponza Palace.
- Stroll along the City Walls – Enjoy stunning views of the Adriatic Sea.
Afternoon:
- Visit Fort Lovrijenac – A historic fortress offering incredible views of Dubrovnik’s harbor.
- Lunch at a local seafood restaurant.
Evening:
- Dinner in the Old Town – Enjoy a relaxing evening watching the sunset over the sea.
Day 2: Dubrovnik to Kotor, Montenegro
Morning:
- Drive to Kotor, Montenegro – About 2 hours from Dubrovnik.
- Explore Kotor Old Town – A UNESCO site with winding streets and St. Tryphon Cathedral.
Afternoon:
- Climb to Kotor Fortress – For panoramic views of the Bay of Kotor.
- Visit Perast – A charming town nearby, take a boat to Our Lady of the Rocks, an artificial island with a beautiful church.
Evening:
- Dinner by the Bay – Enjoy fresh seafood.
- Overnight in Kotor.
Morning:
- Drive to Kotor, Montenegro – About 2 hours from Dubrovnik.
- Explore Kotor Old Town – A UNESCO site with winding streets and St. Tryphon Cathedral.
Afternoon:
- Climb to Kotor Fortress – For panoramic views of the Bay of Kotor.
- Visit Perast – A charming town nearby, take a boat to Our Lady of the Rocks, an artificial island with a beautiful church.
Evening:
- Dinner by the Bay – Enjoy fresh seafood.
- Overnight in Kotor.
ADVENTURE TOUR FOR 7 DAYS
Day 3: Kotor to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Morning:
- Drive to Mostar – About 3.5 hours.
- Visit Stari Most (Old Bridge) – A 16th-century Ottoman bridge, an iconic landmark of the city.
Afternoon:
- Explore the Old Bazaar – Wander through narrow streets, visit mosques, and local shops.
- Visit Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque – Climb the minaret for panoramic views of Mostar.
Evening:
- Dinner along the Neretva River – Traditional Bosnian cuisine.
- Overnight in Mostar.
Morning:
- Drive to Mostar – About 3.5 hours.
- Visit Stari Most (Old Bridge) – A 16th-century Ottoman bridge, an iconic landmark of the city.
Afternoon:
- Explore the Old Bazaar – Wander through narrow streets, visit mosques, and local shops.
- Visit Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque – Climb the minaret for panoramic views of Mostar.
Evening:
- Dinner along the Neretva River – Traditional Bosnian cuisine.
- Overnight in Mostar.
ADVENTURE TOUR FOR 7 DAYS
Day 4: Mostar to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Morning:
- Drive to Sarajevo – About 2 hours. Sarajevo is known for its Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian architecture.
Afternoon:
- Explore Baščaršija – Sarajevo’s old bazaar.
- Visit Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and Sebilj Fountain.
- Walk along Latin Bridge – The site of Archduke Franz Ferdinand's assassination in 1914, which sparked World War I.
Evening:
- Dinner in Sarajevo – Try ćevapi, burek, and baklava.
- Overnight in Sarajevo.
Morning:
- Drive to Sarajevo – About 2 hours. Sarajevo is known for its Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian architecture.
Afternoon:
- Explore Baščaršija – Sarajevo’s old bazaar.
- Visit Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and Sebilj Fountain.
- Walk along Latin Bridge – The site of Archduke Franz Ferdinand's assassination in 1914, which sparked World War I.
Evening:
- Dinner in Sarajevo – Try ćevapi, burek, and baklava.
- Overnight in Sarajevo.
Day 5: Sarajevo to Belgrade, Serbia
Morning:
- Drive to Belgrade, Serbia – About 4 hours.
- Visit Kalemegdan Fortress – Located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava Rivers.
Afternoon:
- Explore Knez Mihailova Street – A pedestrian street lined with shops and cafes.
- Visit St. Sava Temple – One of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
Evening:
- Dinner along the river – Enjoy the atmosphere at one of Belgrade’s floating restaurants (splavs).
- Overnight in Belgrade.
Morning:
- Drive to Belgrade, Serbia – About 4 hours.
- Visit Kalemegdan Fortress – Located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava Rivers.
Afternoon:
- Explore Knez Mihailova Street – A pedestrian street lined with shops and cafes.
- Visit St. Sava Temple – One of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
Evening:
- Dinner along the river – Enjoy the atmosphere at one of Belgrade’s floating restaurants (splavs).
- Overnight in Belgrade.
ADVENTURE TOUR FOR 7 DAYS
Day 6: Belgrade to Skopje, North Macedonia
Morning:
- Drive to Skopje, North Macedonia – About 4.5 hours.
- Explore Macedonia Square – See the Warrior on a Horse Statue, symbolizing Alexander the Great.
Afternoon:
- Visit Stone Bridge – Connects the Ottoman Old Town with newer parts of the city.
- Explore the Old Bazaar – Enjoy the Ottoman architecture and stop at a café.
Evening:
- Dinner in Skopje – Try tavče gravče (beans) or burek.
- Overnight in Skopje.
Morning:
- Drive to Skopje, North Macedonia – About 4.5 hours.
- Explore Macedonia Square – See the Warrior on a Horse Statue, symbolizing Alexander the Great.
Afternoon:
- Visit Stone Bridge – Connects the Ottoman Old Town with newer parts of the city.
- Explore the Old Bazaar – Enjoy the Ottoman architecture and stop at a café.
Evening:
- Dinner in Skopje – Try tavče gravče (beans) or burek.
- Overnight in Skopje.
Day 7: Skopje to Ohrid, North Macedonia
Morning:
- Drive to Ohrid – About 2.5 hours. Ohrid is known for its beautiful lake and churches.
- Visit Ohrid Fortress – Enjoy amazing views of Lake Ohrid.
Afternoon:
- Explore Church of St. John at Kaneo – Located on a cliff above the lake.
- Stroll through the Old Bazaar and visit the Antique Theatre.
Evening:
- Dinner by the lake – Try local fish and Ohrid specialties.
- Overnight in Ohrid.
Morning:
- Drive to Ohrid – About 2.5 hours. Ohrid is known for its beautiful lake and churches.
- Visit Ohrid Fortress – Enjoy amazing views of Lake Ohrid.
Afternoon:
- Explore Church of St. John at Kaneo – Located on a cliff above the lake.
- Stroll through the Old Bazaar and visit the Antique Theatre.
Evening:
- Dinner by the lake – Try local fish and Ohrid specialties.
- Overnight in Ohrid.
Day 8: Ohrid to Tirana, Albania
Morning:
- Drive to Tirana, Albania – About 3 hours.
- Visit Skanderbeg Square – The heart of Tirana, and explore the National History Museum.
Afternoon:
- Take the Dajti Ekspres Cable Car – For panoramic views of Tirana and the surrounding mountains.
- Visit the Bunk'Art Museum – A Cold War-era bunker turned into a fascinating museum.
Evening:
- Dinner in Blloku – A vibrant neighborhood with cafes and restaurants.
- Overnight in Tirana.
Morning:
- Drive to Tirana, Albania – About 3 hours.
- Visit Skanderbeg Square – The heart of Tirana, and explore the National History Museum.
Afternoon:
- Take the Dajti Ekspres Cable Car – For panoramic views of Tirana and the surrounding mountains.
- Visit the Bunk'Art Museum – A Cold War-era bunker turned into a fascinating museum.
Evening:
- Dinner in Blloku – A vibrant neighborhood with cafes and restaurants.
- Overnight in Tirana.
Day 9: Tirana to Durrës and Shkodra, Albania
Morning:
- Day trip to Durrës – About 40 minutes from Tirana.
- Visit Durrës Amphitheater – One of the largest in the Balkans, and the Roman Forum.
Afternoon:
- Drive to Shkodra – About 2 hours.
- Visit Rozafa Castle – Overlooking Lake Shkodra.
- Marubi National Museum of Photography – Learn about Albania’s photographic history.
Evening:
- Dinner in Shkodra – Traditional Albanian dishes.
- Return to Tirana for an overnight stay.
Morning:
- Day trip to Durrës – About 40 minutes from Tirana.
- Visit Durrës Amphitheater – One of the largest in the Balkans, and the Roman Forum.
Afternoon:
- Drive to Shkodra – About 2 hours.
- Visit Rozafa Castle – Overlooking Lake Shkodra.
- Marubi National Museum of Photography – Learn about Albania’s photographic history.
Evening:
- Dinner in Shkodra – Traditional Albanian dishes.
- Return to Tirana for an overnight stay.
Day 10: Departure from Tirana
Morning:
- Free time – Shop or visit any remaining sites in Tirana.
- Optional visit to the National Art Gallery or a final stroll through the city.
Afternoon:
- Transfer to Tirana International Airport for your flight back home.
Morning:
- Free time – Shop or visit any remaining sites in Tirana.
- Optional visit to the National Art Gallery or a final stroll through the city.
Afternoon:
- Transfer to Tirana International Airport for your flight back home.