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Classic Balkans: Croatia to Albania (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

From Croatia's postcard-perfect ports to Albania's vibrant Soviet-era cities, this 28-day Balkan adventure delivers the very best of the region. Get ready for a whirlwind of urban excitement, charming village life, and outdoor thrills. Wander through the ...

Duration
28 Days
Countries
4
Next Departure
26-Jul-2025
Starting at
USD 6,449.00
Price per day
USD 230.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
G Adventures
Tour
Classic Balkans: Croatia to Albania
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 12
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Kayaktour category: Bicyclingtour category: Walking

Summary

From Croatia's postcard-perfect ports to Albania's vibrant Soviet-era cities, this 28-day Balkan adventure delivers the very best of the region. Get ready for a whirlwind of urban excitement, charming village life, and outdoor thrills. Wander through the jaw-dropping beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, dive into centuries of history from the ancient Necropolis tombstones of Stećak to the legendary Castle of Ali Pasha (yep, the one from The Count of Monte Cristo). This trip is packed with unforgettable moments, and trust us — you'll be talking about it for years to come.

Map: Classic Balkans:  Croatia to Albania (G Adventures)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Zagreb
Day 2
Zagreb/Plitvička Jezera
Day 3
Plitvička Jezera/Šibenik
Day 4
Šibenik
Day 5
Šibenik/Makarska
Day 6
Makarska
Day 7
Makarska/Dubrovnik
Day 8
Dubrovnik
Day 9
Dubrovnik/Trebinje
Day 10
Trebinje
Day 11
Trebinje/Čitluk
Day 12
Čitluk/Mostar
Day 13
Mostar/Sarajevo
Day 14
Sarajevo
Day 15
Sarajevo/Kotor
Day 16
Kotor
Day 17
Kotor/Žabljak
Day 18
Žabljak/Kolašin
Day 19
Kolašin/Podgorica
Day 20
Podgorica/Shkodër
Day 21
Shkodër
Day 22
Shkodër/Tirana
Day 23
Tirana/Vlorë
Day 24
Vlorë
Day 25
Vlorë/Gjirokastër
Day 26
Gjirokastër
Day 27
Gjirokastër/Berat
Day 28
Berat/Tirana

Countries (4): Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro

Travel Cities (14): Budva, Dubrovnik, Durrës, Kotor, Mostar, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Podgorica, Sarajevo, Shkodër, Sibenik, Split, Tirana, Zadar, Zagreb

Highlights

  • Enjoy the stunning lakes and waterfalls at Plitvice and Krka National Parks, Wander past historic churches and monuments in Split and Dubrovnik, Delve into Bosnia and Herzegovina's history in Mostar and Sarajevo, Be immersed in Albanian culture on a hike to a shepherd outpost, Drive along the spectacular Albanian Riviera and visit the Ali Pasha Castle
  • From Croatia's postcard-perfect ports to Albania's vibrant Soviet-era cities, this 28-day Balkan adventure delivers the very best of the region. Get ready for a whirlwind of urban excitement, charming village life, and outdoor thrills. Wander through the jaw-dropping beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, dive into centuries of history from the ancient Necropolis tombstones of Stećak to the legendary Castle of Ali Pasha (yep, the one from The Count of Monte Cristo). This trip is packed with unforgettable moments, and trust us — you'll be talking about it for years to come.

Included in Price

  • 27 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
  • Your G for Good Moment: DEŠA Women's Centre Visit, Dubrovnik
    Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    Your Foodie Moment: Zadar Walking Food Tour, Zadar
    Your Foodie Moment: Oyster Farm Food and Wine Experience with Lunch, Uvala Bistrina
    Your Foodie Moment: Trebinje Market Tour, Trebinje
    Your Local Living Moment: Apiary Visit, Trebinje
    Your Local Living Moment: Cheese Making Farm Visit, Trebinje
    Your Foodie Moment: Sarajevo Food Tour, Sarajevo
    Your Local Living Moment: Hike to a Shepherd Outpost with Lunch, Tragjas
    Your Foodie Moment: Gjirokastër Winery Visit and Light Dinner, Gjirokastër. Orientation walks in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park. Hike in Krka Lakes National Park. Full-day excursion to the islands of Prvic and Zlarin from Šibenik. Walk along the old city wall of Ston. Tvrdoš Monastery Visit and Wine Tasting. Orientation walk in Trebinje. Visit the town of Stolac and the necropolis tombstones. See Kravica and Koćuša Waterfalls. Dinner and wine pairing at a winery in Čitluk. Visit the Pocitelj Ottoman stone town. Hike to the Blagaj Fortress. Visit the Dervish Monastery. Guided walking tour of Mostar. Turkish House coffee experience in Mostar. Guided tour of Tito's Bunker. Kotor orientation walk. Boat tour from Kotor to Perast. Budva Old Town walk. Visit Ostrog Monastery. Full-day excursion to Biogradska Gora National Park. Kolašin 4x4 Off-Road Excursion. Orientaion walk of Podgorica. Theth National Park visit. Walking tour of Shkoder. Walking tour of Kruje. Evening orientaion walk of Tirana. Tour of the Durrës archaeological site. Orientation walk of Vlorë. Visit Himare. Entrance to the Ali Pasha Castle. Visit Butrint National Archaeological Park. Walking tour of Gjirokastër. Walking tour of Berat. Farewell Dinner. Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations.

Travel Package

 

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Going to

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Zagreb

Arrow Going To

Tirana

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