The Balkan Tour – Croatia, Albania & Macedonia

ITINERARY

• DAY 1

  Welcome to Dubrovnik, Croatia!

  Welcome to Croatia! Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, private transfer to your hotel. The adventure begins!!!
  
  Dubrovnik is a well-known town in Dalmatia, located almost at the very end of Croatian territories. The old town is the area of the town that is located within its medieval walls. Most of the town’s main attractions and historic buildings as well as cafes, restaurants, and art galleries are situated there.

  What's included?

  • Accommodation
  • Transfer
• DAY 2

  Dubrovnik - Sightseeing in Old Town, Dubrovnik

  After breakfast, get to know the historic Dubrovnik on a guided tour of the Old Town, a UNESCO site, before venturing out to explore the regional highlights; Konavle region where travelers will learn about traditional yarn production and Mali Ston bay with its delicious shellfish and oysters. The first full day on the journey will end the day with a dinner on a local farm in Konavle.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
• DAY 3

  Tirana - Admire magnificent Kotor Bay and a boat ride to the islet Our Lady of The Rocks

  The journey continues south to Montenegro with visits to the coastal towns of Kotor and Peras and a boat ride to the islet Our Lady of the Rocks in the breathtaking Kotor Bay. The only man-made island on the Adriatic, Lady of the Rocks is one of two small islets positioned in front of the town Perast in Montenegro's magnificent Kotor Bay.
  
  A drive through beautiful landscapes to end the day with arrival to Tirana, the heart and capital of Albania like all other European metropolises has never-ending movement and energy. With its clubs, bars, cafes, and taverns, Tirana is worth discovering by both day and night. The hospitality shown towards tourists is something that will mark your journey not only in Tirana but also all over the country.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
  • Cruise/Boat
• DAY 4

  Tirana - Explore beautiful Tirana and excursion to Kruja

  This day is dedicated to exploring beautiful Tirana, the heart of Albanian culture and traditions.
  
  Our recommended activity today is the excursion to the town of Kruja:
  Visit the medieval capital of Skanberg, Kruja, is closely related to the 25 years of activity of our national hero, Skanderbeg, who in the fifteenth century made Kruja a bastion of uncompromising resistance against the Ottoman. The Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Museum is situated inside the castle walls, which date back to the fifth and sixth centuries A.D.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 5

  Tirana - Discover The Oldest Lake in Europe

  Today we arrive in Macedonia. Ohrid Lake hides mysterious old monasteries, which we will explore as well as the town of Ohrid with all of its architectural treasures.
  
  Lake Ohrid is the oldest and deepest lake in Europe and one of the oldest settlements in Europe is among the rare UNESCO World Heritage sites inscribed on both Nature and Culture lists. An international science team has now revealed that the lake was first established 1.36 million years ago and has existed continuously since then.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
• DAY 6

  Skadar - Explore Skadar, Rozafa Castle

  We return to Albania to explore Skadar, a town that stands to show ancient days of the region, along with the imposing Rozaf castle, rising above two rivers on a steep hill.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
• DAY 7

  Dubrovnik - Breathtaking scenery and landscapes, Cavtat

  Drive back to Cavtat in Croatia will feature breathtaking scenery and landscapes. Cavtat is the most southerly Croatian resort of all, located around 12.5 miles (20 km) south of Dubrovnik and only 13.7 miles (22 km) from the border with Montenegro. Cavtat is an exceedingly pretty town and is a great place to base yourself if you're after all the sights and culture of Dubrovnik.
  
  Optional excursions to Dubrovnik and Konavle. Travelers will recount journey memories and say our goodbyes during a dinner hosted in one of the local villages.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 8

  Goodbye to Balkans!

  On the final day, there is no planned activity. After breakfast, pick up from the hotel at the appropriate time with a private vehicle and transfer to the Dubrovnik International Airport.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Transfer