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Essential Southern Balkans (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

On this nine-day journey, say hello to the Southern Balkans. Steeped in medieval history, overflowing with colourful towns and blessed with a spectacular, glistening coastline, this area of the world has so much to see and so much to do. From Dubrovnik, y...

Duration
9 Days
Countries
3
Next Departure
17-May-2025
Starting at
USD 1,445.00
USD 1,156.00
Price per day
USD 128.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Intrepid Travel
Tour
Essential Southern Balkans
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 16
Age Group
18 - 29 Years
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Walkingtour category: Nature

Summary

On this nine-day journey, say hello to the Southern Balkans. Steeped in medieval history, overflowing with colourful towns and blessed with a spectacular, glistening coastline, this area of the world has so much to see and so much to do. From Dubrovnik, you’ll head to bucket list location Corfu – a Greek island where battle zones, beaches, bunkers and bars are all rolled together. Discover Stari Bar and its epicurean delights, explore the political history of Albania’s capital Tirana, lay beachside on the Albanian Riviera and try the local coffee in Gjirokaster. Is this a whirlwind adventure or a slice of paradise?

Map: Essential Southern Balkans (Intrepid)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Dubrovnik
Day 2
Dubrovnik / Kotor / Stari Bar
Day 3
Tirana
Day 4
Tirana
Day 5
Tirana / Dhermi Beach
Day 6
Dhermi Beach
Day 7
Blue Eye Spring / Gjirokaster
Day 8
Corfu
Day 9
Corfu

Countries (3): Albania, Croatia, Greece

Travel Cities (3): Corfu, Dubrovnik, Tirana

Highlights

  • Head to seldom-visited Gjirokaster in Albania and get your caffeine fix with a taste of the local Turkish coffee made ‘on the stone’ with a local guide.
  • Walk the walls of the Old City of medieval Dubrovnik and spot the film locations that have been used in worldwide blockbusters (if you loved Game of Thrones, this place might look a little familiar).
  • Explore the Albanian Riviera, which gives any coastline a run for its money, and float in the sparkling waters of Dhermi Beach. Then, kick back in stunning Corfu – one of Greece’s famed islands. Explore the rocky landscapes, take part in some water sports or just relax on one of the island’s beaches.
  • Descend into one of the world’s most peculiar contemporary art museums in Tirana – housed in an underground bunker built for the Albanian political elite.
  • Discover the walled cities of Kotor and Stari Bar, teeming with history from a bygone era. With a local leader who knows all the hotspots and heaps of free time to explore on your own, you’re bound to find all the best bits!
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Amurtel, who provide a safe space for refugee women and children in Greece. Donations help them provide antenatal and postnatal care programs run by qualified midwives.

Travel Package

 

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Dubrovnik

Arrow Going To

Corfu

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