Adriatic & Balkans Explorer
Europe · 8N/9D · leisure
From ₹66,999 per person
Embark on a scenic journey across the Adriatic and Balkan region, covering Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Albania. This immersive itinerary blends coastal island charm, historic old towns, UNESCO heritage sites, and breathtaking natural landscapes.
Highlights
- Scenic journey across Adriatic
- Island beauty of Hvar
- Historic old towns of Dubrovnik
- Coastal elegance of Budva
- Cultural richness of Tirana
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Split | Welcome to Croatia
Location: Split
Arrive in Split and proceed with a self-transfer to your hotel for check-in. Spend the day at leisure exploring Diocletian’s Palace and Split’s charming old town. Overnight stay in Split.
Stay: La Porta Luxury Rooms or similar
Day 2: Split to Hvar | Pakleni Islands Boat Tour
Location: Hvar
After breakfast, board the ferry from Split to Hvar. Relax before heading out for the Pakleni Islands boat tour. Explore secluded beaches and spend the evening in Hvar Harbour. Overnight stay in Hvar.
Stay: Pharos Hvar Bayhill Hotel or similar
Day 3: Hvar to Dubrovnik | Adriatic Ferry Journey
Location: Dubrovnik
Enjoy free time in Hvar, then board the ferry to Dubrovnik. Check in to your hotel and stroll through Dubrovnik’s historic old town. Overnight stay in Dubrovnik.
Stay: Berkeley Hotel or similar
Day 4: Bosnia & Herzegovina Day Trip
Location: Mostar, Dubrovnik
Embark on a guided excursion to Bosnia & Herzegovina. Visit Mostar’s Old Bridge and admire the natural beauty of Kravica Waterfalls. Return to Dubrovnik in the evening. Overnight stay in Dubrovnik.
Stay: Berkeley Hotel or similar
Day 5: Dubrovnik to Budva | Coastal Balkan Journey
Location: Budva
Travel by bus from Dubrovnik to Budva, crossing into Montenegro. Check in to your hotel and spend the evening exploring Budva’s Old Town. Overnight stay in Budva.
Stay: Hotel Aruba or similar
Day 6: Montenegro Highlights Tour
Location: Kotor, Budva
Enjoy a full-day Montenegro Highlights Tour covering Kotor Old Town and scenic viewpoints. Experience Montenegro’s coastal landscapes. Overnight stay in Budva.
Stay: Hotel Aruba or similar
Day 7: Budva to Tirana | Into Albania
Location: Tirana
Depart by bus to Tirana. Check in to your hotel and enjoy leisure time for a city walk. Overnight stay in Tirana.
Stay: Hotel Kruja or similar
Day 8: Berat UNESCO Heritage Tour
Location: Berat, Tirana
Embark on a full-day tour to Berat, exploring its historic architecture and neighborhoods. Return to Tirana in the evening. Overnight stay in Tirana.
Stay: Hotel Kruja or similar
Day 9: Departure from Tirana | Return Journey
Location: Tirana
Check out from the hotel and proceed with a self-transfer to Tirana Airport for your onward journey.
What's included
- Accommodation for 8 nights
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
- Ferry transfer from Split to Hvar
- Ferry transfer from Hvar to Dubrovnik
- Bus transfer from Dubrovnik to Budva
- Bus transfer from Budva to Tirana
- Pakleni Islands boat tour from Hvar
- Bosnia & Herzegovina day trip
- Montenegro Highlights Tour
- Berat UNESCO Heritage Tour
- All sightseeing and tours on shared basis
- All applicable hotel and local tourism taxes
What's not included
- International airfare
- Airport, port, and hotel transfers
- Schengen and Balkan visa charges
- Travel insurance
- Meals other than breakfast
- Personal expenses
- Optional tours and activities
- Early check-in and late check-out charges
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions