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Montenegro/Croatia/Bosnia-Herzegovina/Serbia/Slovenia

Best of the Balkans: From Medieval Fortresses to the Majestic Adriatic Sea

Program No. 15878RJ
Discover the rich cultural and social history of the Balkans, a place of ancient trade routes, architecture, breath-taking scenery and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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At a Glance

Journey through five nations of the former Yugoslavia, crossing the dramatic Dinaric Alps, discovering ancient palaces and marveling at the sun-dappled water of the Adriatic Sea. Learn about the complex ancient and recent history of these resilient countries at medieval UNESCO World Heritage Sites and in bustling capital cities. Immerse yourself in the Balkans' renowned scenic splendor, admiring the lush countryside on boat excursions and discovering picture-perfect Lake Bled, Slovenia's most photographed site.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking through city streets; cobblestones and many stairs.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Montenegro, Dubrovnik, Split, and more.
  • Enjoy a boat excursion on the captivating Adriatic Sea.
  • Discover Lake Bled, a scene right out of a storybook with a romantic hilltop castle.
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Meals
33 Meals
15 Breakfasts
8 Lunches
10 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Low Salt, Vegetarian, Low Fat, Gluten Free
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
Oct 06, 2024 - Oct 22, 2024
  • Oct 06, 2024 - Oct 22, 2024
  • Sep 15, 2024 - Oct 01, 2024 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Sep 22, 2024 - Oct 08, 2024 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Sep 29, 2024 - Oct 15, 2024 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Oct 06, 2024 - Oct 22, 2024 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Oct 13, 2024 - Oct 29, 2024 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Apr 20, 2025 - May 06, 2025 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • May 04, 2025 - May 20, 2025 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • May 11, 2025 - May 27, 2025 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Sep 14, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Sep 21, 2025 - Oct 07, 2025 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Sep 28, 2025 - Oct 14, 2025 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
  • Oct 05, 2025 - Oct 21, 2025 (Herceg Novi to Ljubljana)
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
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3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Recognized as the preferred destination for business & holiday trips in a wider Dubrovnik area, we are proud to enter in this important jubilee offering new set of services and facilities, almost as a brand new product. Originally built in 1971, this recently renovated city hotel runs all throughout the year and offers to all our guests a permanent professional and cordial service. With wide range of possibilities, from newly built superior floor and wellness center to the traditionally recognized Dalmatian cuisine in our a la carte restaurant Nava, Hotel Lero invites all to experience Dubrovnik at affordable cost. Ideally located in the center of Dubrovnik, in walking distance to the old town and with local businesses reachable within minutes, hotel is a preferred destination of all types of travellers. Whether you are coming for a holiday or a business trip, our professional and friendly staff will help and assist you during your stay.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Recognized as the preferred destination for business & holiday trips in a wider Dubrovnik area, we are proud to enter in this important jubilee offering new set of services and facilities, almost as a brand new product. Originally built in 1971, this recently renovated city hotel runs all throughout the year and offers to all our guests a permanent professional and cordial service. With wide range of possibilities, from newly built superior floor and wellness center to the traditionally recognized Dalmatian cuisine in our a la carte restaurant Nava, Hotel Lero invites all to experience Dubrovnik at affordable cost. Ideally located in the center of Dubrovnik, in walking distance to the old town and with local businesses reachable within minutes, hotel is a preferred destination of all types of travellers. Whether you are coming for a holiday or a business trip, our professional and friendly staff will help and assist you during your stay.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options
3 nights
Igalo
Situated along the shore of Boka Bay, the Palmon Bay Hotel & Spa is located in Igalo, just outside of Herceg Novi. Guests enjoy relaxing at the hotel’s private beach or enjoying a refreshing drink on top the rooftop terrace with a beautiful view of the bay.
1 night
Dubrovnik
Grand Hotel Park is located in the center of Dubrovnik, surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Guests enjoy views of the Lapad Bay in the Adriatic Sea.
2 nights
Solin
Hotel President Solin is located in the center of town Solin. Just a few minutes from ancient city of Split and the famous Diocletian’s Palace, the hotel features modern design, great comfort, and above all exceptional and attentive staff will make your stay at the Hotel President unforgettable.
2 nights
Sarajevo
Hotel President is a modern hotel located in the heart of the Old Town of Sarajevo, the historical and cultural center of the city. The hotel is surrounded by monuments, restaurants and bars, and is located a short walk from Bascarsija, Sarejevo’s largest and oldest bazaar. Public transportation, including trams and public buses, are easily accessible from the hotel.
2 nights
BELGRADE
No description
1 night
Novi Sad
No description
2 nights
Zagreb
Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb, located in the main Zagreb square, is the perfect place to relax after a long day of travel. City taxi service and city tram stops right in front of Hotel Dubrovnik which makes it convenient for guests to explore local cuisine, shops, and experience the culture of Zagreb.
2 nights
Ljubljana
Rebuilt in 2007, City Hotel offers all modern amenities with a cheerful design and staff. It is located in the center of Ljubljana.
See All Lodging Options





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