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7 Days Balkan tour to historic Croatia and Bosnia Herzegovina
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Overview
Embark in ancient Budapest and join the historic Balkan tour. Starting with a wonderful drive to the Croatian capital Zagreb, visit the city's highlights.Then you will dive into the nature and visit the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Lakes joined by waterfalls, walkways, hiking trails and rich water in a special silver color, the view is just stunning. Next day you will continue the tour to Zadar, Split and Neum. Narrow streets and buildings from the middle age and admire the modern Sea Organ and Sun Salutation. After leaving Neum you will head to the most famous “Kings Landing” from Game of Thrones, Dubrovnik. Leaving Croatia behind, you will visit Bosnia and Herzegovina with its beautiful city Počitelj,,ancient Mostar and Sarajevo. This 7 day Balkan tour will leave you a rich and brief history of the Balkans. Not to be missed if you are a Game of Thrones fan!
Description
Day 1: Budapest → Zagreb (350 km)
Stop At: Cathedral of Zagreb, Kaptol 31, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
In the morning, you will have a wonderful drive to the Croatian capital Zagreb. This is a city which went through wars, but the buildings are still well preserved. The ancient city is full of beautiful Gothic architecture, decorations are exquisitely crafted. Together with Mediterranean cuisine and locally produced wines, as well as the friendly Croatian hospitality, Zagreb is sure to be a wonderful experience. You will visit the city's highlights such as the Zagreb Cathedral, the Ban Jelačić Square and the Church of St. Mark.
Overnight stay in Zagreb or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ban Josip Jelacic Square, Zagreb Croatia
In the morning, you will have a wonderful drive to the Croatian capital Zagreb. This is a city which went through wars, but the buildings are still well preserved. The ancient city is full of beautiful Gothic architecture, decorations are exquisitely crafted. Together with Mediterranean cuisine and locally produced wines, as well as the friendly Croatian hospitality, Zagreb is sure to be a wonderful experience. You will visit the city's highlights such as the Zagreb Cathedral, the Ban Jelačić Square and the Church of St. Mark.
Overnight stay in Zagreb or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: St. Mark's Church, Trg sv. Marka 5, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
In the morning, you will have a wonderful drive to the Croatian capital Zagreb. This is a city which went through wars, but the buildings are still well preserved. The ancient city is full of beautiful Gothic architecture, decorations are exquisitely crafted. Together with Mediterranean cuisine and locally produced wines, as well as the friendly Croatian hospitality, Zagreb is sure to be a wonderful experience. You will visit the city's highlights such as the Zagreb Cathedral, the Ban Jelačić Square and the Church of St. Mark.
Overnight stay in Zagreb or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Accommodation included:
Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities in Zagreb or nearby city.
Day 2: Zagreb → Plitvice Lakes National Park → Zadar (275 km)
Stop At: Plitvice Lakes National Park Croatia
Today you will enjoy a guided tour into the Plitvice Lakes National Park, known as the Jiuzhaigou of Europe. It consists of 16 lakes joined by waterfalls, walkways and hiking trails. In the dense mountains, layers of travertine barriers make a natural dam, forming fairy tale lakes. The calcium carbonate rich water has a special silver colour, mirroring the trees on its surface and forming tiny crystals, the view is stunning. Surrounded by trees, the lakes have the perfect tranquil atmosphere. Overnight stay in Zadar or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast: Continental breakfast is included at the hotel.
Accommodation included:
Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities in Zadar or nearby city.
Day 3: Zadar→ Split → Dubrovnik (360 km)
Stop At: Zadar, Zadar Croatia
After breakfast you enter the ancient city of Zadar. The city has a strong religious atmosphere, still retaining the narrow streets and buildings of the middle ages. It’s like going back in time. Close to the waterfront, you can admire the modern Sea Organ and Sun Salutation, an amazing solar light display. Then you will head to Split, the second largest city in Croatia. The city has many ancient Roman style buildings, which date back to over 1,700 years. The most famous are the ruins of Diocletian's Palace, which was built in the fourth century AD. Overnight stay in Neum or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sea Organ (Morske Orgulje), Promenade, Istarska Obala - Obale kralja Petra Krešimira IV, Zadar 23000 Croatia
After breakfast you enter the ancient city of Zadar. The city has a strong religious atmosphere, still retaining the narrow streets and buildings of the middle ages. It’s like going back in time. Close to the waterfront, you can admire the modern Sea Organ and Sun Salutation, an amazing solar light display. Then you will head to Split, the second largest city in Croatia. The city has many ancient Roman style buildings, which date back to over 1,700 years. The most famous are the ruins of Diocletian's Palace, which was built in the fourth century AD. Overnight stay in Neum or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace, Dioklecijanova Ulica, Split 21000 Croatia
After breakfast you enter the ancient city of Zadar. The city has a strong religious atmosphere, still retaining the narrow streets and buildings of the middle ages. It’s like going back in time. Close to the waterfront, you can admire the modern Sea Organ and Sun Salutation, an amazing solar light display. Then you will head to Split, the second largest city in Croatia. The city has many ancient Roman style buildings, which date back to over 1,700 years. The most famous are the ruins of Diocletian's Palace, which was built in the fourth century AD.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
Breakfast: Continental breakfast is included at the hotel.
Accommodation included:
Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities in Dubrovnik or nearby city.
Day 4: Dubrovnik
Stop At: Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik Croatia
The Nobel Prize winning writer Bernard Shaw once said: "If you want to see heaven on earth, come to Dubrovnik". He wasn’t exaggerating. Dubrovnik is a place where people can fall in love at first sight. You must not miss exploring this seaside city that inspired Miyazaki’s masterpiece 'The Witch's Delivery Service', and is 'King’s Landing' in Game of Thrones! You see the famous places: the old town, the city walls, the defensive tower, the Rector’s Palace, and the Franciscan Monastery. You can take a cable car to go up in the mountain and admire the beauty of the city.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Old Town, Dubrovnik Croatia
The Nobel Prize winning writer Bernard Shaw once said: "If you want to see heaven on earth, come to Dubrovnik". He wasn’t exaggerating. Dubrovnik is a place where people can fall in love at first sight. You must not miss exploring this seaside city that inspired Miyazaki’s masterpiece 'The Witch's Delivery Service', and is 'King’s Landing' in Game of Thrones! You see the famous places: the old town, the city walls, the defensive tower, the Rector’s Palace, and the Franciscan Monastery. You can take a cable car to go up in the mountain and admire the beauty of the city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Rector's Palace, Pred Dvorom 1, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia
The Nobel Prize winning writer Bernard Shaw once said: "If you want to see heaven on earth, come to Dubrovnik". He wasn’t exaggerating. Dubrovnik is a place where people can fall in love at first sight. You must not miss exploring this seaside city that inspired Miyazaki’s masterpiece 'The Witch's Delivery Service', and is 'King’s Landing' in Game of Thrones! You see the famous places: the old town, the city walls, the defensive tower, the Rector’s Palace, and the Franciscan Monastery. You can take a cable car to go up in the mountain and admire the beauty of the city
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Franciscan Church and Monastery, 4 Poljana Paska Milicevica, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia
The Nobel Prize winning writer Bernard Shaw once said: "If you want to see heaven on earth, come to Dubrovnik". He wasn’t exaggerating. Dubrovnik is a place where people can fall in love at first sight. You must not miss exploring this seaside city that inspired Miyazaki’s masterpiece 'The Witch's Delivery Service', and is 'King’s Landing' in Game of Thrones! You see the famous places: the old town, the city walls, the defensive tower, the Rector’s Palace, and the Franciscan Monastery. You can take a cable car to go up in the mountain and admire the beauty of the city.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
Breakfast: Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities in Dubrovnik or nearby city.
Accommodation included:
Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities in Neum or nearby city.
Day 5: Neum → Počitelj → Blagaj → Mostar → Sarajevo (186 km)
Stop At: Pocitelj, Pocitelj Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the focus of today’s itinerary and was originally one of the six socialist republics of the former Yugoslavia. First stop today is Počitelj, the stepped medieval fortress village, which has now been included in the World Cultural Heritage List. You also see stunning Blagaj with its Dervish Monastery nestled into a 200 meter high cliff and surrounded by crystal clear streams. Then you head on to the ancient city of Mostar, to cross the magnificent ancient arch bridge and capture the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river. After visiting this ancient city of poetry and paintings, you drive to the hotel and stay in Sarajevo or city nearby. Overnight stay in Sarajevo or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Blagaj, Blagaj Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the focus of today’s itinerary and was originally one of the six socialist republics of the former Yugoslavia. First stop today is Počitelj, the stepped medieval fortress village, which has now been included in the World Cultural Heritage List. You also see stunning Blagaj with its Dervish Monastery nestled into a 200 meter high cliff and surrounded by crystal clear streams. Then you head on to the ancient city of Mostar, to cross the magnificent ancient arch bridge and capture the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river. After visiting this ancient city of poetry and paintings, you drive to the hotel and stay in Sarajevo or city nearby. Overnight stay in Sarajevo or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mostar, Mostar Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the focus of today’s itinerary and was originally one of the six socialist republics of the former Yugoslavia. First stop today is Počitelj, the stepped medieval fortress village, which has now been included in the World Cultural Heritage List. You also see stunning Blagaj with its Dervish Monastery nestled into a 200 meter high cliff and surrounded by crystal clear streams. Then you head on to the ancient city of Mostar, to cross the magnificent ancient arch bridge and capture the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river. After visiting this ancient city of poetry and paintings, you drive to the hotel and stay in Sarajevo or city nearby. Overnight stay in Sarajevo or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Old Bridge Area of the Old City of Mostar, Stari Most, Mostar Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the focus of today’s itinerary and was originally one of the six socialist republics of the former Yugoslavia. First stop today is Počitelj, the stepped medieval fortress village, which has now been included in the World Cultural Heritage List. You also see stunning Blagaj with its Dervish Monastery nestled into a 200 meter high cliff and surrounded by crystal clear streams. Then you head on to the ancient city of Mostar, to cross the magnificent ancient arch bridge and capture the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river. After visiting this ancient city of poetry and paintings, you drive to the hotel and stay in Sarajevo or city nearby. Overnight stay in Sarajevo or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
Breakfast: Continental breakfast is included at the hotel.
Accommodation included:
Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities in Sarajevo or nearby city.
Day 6: Sarajevo → Vinkovci (220 km)
Stop At: Sarajevo, Sarajevo Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo was once an important gateway to the East. This city, which combines different religions and cultures, has a very different European style. As if reborn after a fire, it was recently selected by Lonely Planet as one of the top ten travel destinations in the world. Its profound historical imprint, which includes the assassination at the Latin Bridge that caused the First World War, and the "Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures Line" on the ground, can still be found in the Old Town. The rebirth and transformation of Sarajevo is reflected in the modern architecture of the new city. After the visit, you cross the border into Croatia. Overnight stay in Vinkovci or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Latin Bridge, Obala Kulina Bana, Sarajevo 71000 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo was once an important gateway to the East. This city, which combines different religions and cultures, has a very different European style. As if reborn after a fire, it was recently selected by Lonely Planet as one of the top ten travel destinations in the world. Its profound historical imprint, which includes the assassination at the Latin Bridge that caused the First World War, and the "Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures Line" on the ground, can still be found in the Old Town. The rebirth and transformation of Sarajevo is reflected in the modern architecture of the new city. After the visit, you cross the border into Croatia. Overnight stay in Vinkovci or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
Breakfast: Continental breakfast is included at the hotel.
Accommodation included:
Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities in Vinkovci or nearby city.
Day 7: Vinkovci → Pecs → Budapest (367 km)
Stop At: Pecs, Pecs Hungary
Departing in the morning and returning to Hungary – you visit Pecs. Located between the Danube and the Drava, it is one of the most attractive cities in Hungary, with a pleasant climate and long history. Pecs also features a magnificent museum and the best Turkish ruins in the country. Pecs is known for music, opera and ballet. Highlight is the Pécs Cathedral towering over central Szent István Square. You drive back to Budapest in the afternoon. Optional: if post-hotel is chosen, overnight stay in Budapest or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pecs Cathedral, Szent Istvan ter 23., Pecs 7624 Hungary
Departing in the morning and returning to Hungary – you visit Pecs. Located between the Danube and the Drava, it is one of the most attractive cities in Hungary, with a pleasant climate and long history. Pecs also features a magnificent museum and the best Turkish ruins in the country. Pecs is known for music, opera and ballet. Highlight is the Pécs Cathedral towering over central Szent István Square. You drive back to Budapest in the afternoon. Optional: if post-hotel is chosen, overnight stay in Budapest or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Szent Istvan Square, Szent Istvan ter, Hodmezovasarhely 6800 Hungary
Departing in the morning and returning to Hungary – you visit Pecs. Located between the Danube and the Drava, it is one of the most attractive cities in Hungary, with a pleasant climate and long history. Pecs also features a magnificent museum and the best Turkish ruins in the country. Pecs is known for music, opera and ballet. Highlight is the Pécs Cathedral towering over central Szent István Square. You drive back to Budapest in the afternoon. Optional: if post-hotel is chosen, overnight stay in Budapest or city nearby (minimum 3* hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
Breakfast: Continental breakfast is included at the hotel.
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 7 days (Approx.)
- Return Details: Returns to original departure point
What's Included
- The services of an experienced tour manager
- Accommodation in a comfortable 3-star (minimum) hotel, twin room with private facilities.
- Daily transportation on modern air-conditioned coaches
- Experienced and professional coach driver
- Gratuities
- Accommodation before and on the last day of the tour
- All optional activities and tickets for attractions not included in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (laundry, internet, phone calls etc.)
- Dubrovnik city tax €10 per person, per day
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operated by goEUgo International Limited
Cancellation Policy
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Non-refundable
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.