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Venice to Tirana; Semi-Private Tour of Central Europe & the Balkans

21 days
From Venice to Tirana
5.0
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Venice to Tirana; Semi-Private Tour of Central Europe & the Balkans - Choose Balkans
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
Age range 2 to 90
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Highlights

  • Discover the coastal charm of Trieste, where Italian and Central European cultures blend
  • beautifully
  • Savor the delightful flavors of Viennese cuisine exploring the famous coffee houses and culinary
  • specialties.
  • Experience the mesmerizing beauty of Budapest, the Queen of the Danube.
  • Discover Novi Sad, known for its lively cultural scene and the impressive Petrovaradin Fortress
  • Explore Sarajevo’s rich cultural with its blend of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav
  • influences

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Venice – Tireste – Ljubljana (Slovenia)
  2. Day 2 Ljubljana – Lake Bled – Villach (Austria) – Graz
  3. Day 3 Graz – Vienna
  4. Day 4 Vienna's Sweet and Savory Food Scene– Vienna
  5. Day 5 Vienna (Austria) – Rust – Bratislava (Slovakia)
  6. Day 6 Day tour of Bratislava
  7. Day 7 Bratislava – Győr (Hungary) – Budapest
  8. Day 8 Day tour of Budapest
  9. Day 9 Budapest – Subotica (Serbia)
  10. Day 10 Subotica – Novi Sad
  11. Day 11 Novi Sad – Sremski Karlovci – Belgrade
  12. Day 12 Belgarde (Serbia) – Zvornik (Bosnia and Herzegovina) – Sarajevo
  13. Day 13 Sarajevo – Mostar
  14. Day 14 Mostar – Kotor (Montenegro) – Montenegrin Riviera
  15. Day 15 Montenegrin Riviera – Budva – Sveti Stefan – Shkoder (Albania)
  16. Day 16 Shkoder – Mrizi i Zanave Agro tourism – Prizren (Kosovo)
  17. Day 17 Prizren – Gjakove - Decan – Vineyards near Rahovec – Prizren
  18. Day 18 Prizren – Kruje (Albania) – Tirana
  19. Day 19 Local food and day tour of Tirana
  20. Day 20 Tirana – Struga (N. Macedonia) – Ohrid
  21. Day 21 Ohrid – St.Naum – Tushemisht (Albania) – Drilon – Tirana
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Additional Services

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Operated by

Choose Balkans

Number of tours

90

Age Range

2 to 90 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

100%

Choose Balkans is a leading Incoming Tour Operator offering tourism services in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro and N. Macedonia. Since 2009 we have been delivering high standard services for our Global partners and end customers coming from every corner of the...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.8
  • 4.9
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  • CC
    · May 12th, 2024
    We had a fabulous time, the whole trip was great. We were well looked after by our guide. The accommodation was excellent. It was a wonderful experience.
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Caroline, we really enjoyed having you on tour and showing you the wonders of Northern Albania!
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • SC
    · August 1st, 2023
    Thank you for organizing tour with choose Balkans. Amazing itinierary, services, well organized. Tour Guide Mr. Renato from Choose Balkans was great person, very knowledgeable and kind and supportive. I had amazing time in Albania. Hoping to visit again and cover South Albania.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Shivani, Thank you for your positive feedback and kind words. We are so glad that you enjoyed the experience with us. You are always welcome to explore more. Warm Regards. Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: July 2023
  • Venice to Tirana; Semi-Private Tour of Central Europe & the Balkans reviewer 3
    · June 30th, 2019
    Fantastic Tour. The guide was knowledgeable. Friendly staff. Tour was very well organized. Definitely come back again. Highly recommend
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Jozefina, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure to organise this tour for you. We hope to see you back again in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: May 2019
  • Venice to Tirana; Semi-Private Tour of Central Europe & the Balkans reviewer 4
    · June 30th, 2019
    Amazing experience. Me and my friend were very surprised by the organization of the Tour from Choose Balkans. Staff was very friendly and polite. Highly reccomend.
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Ridi, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure to organise this tour for you. :) Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: May 2019
  • Venice to Tirana; Semi-Private Tour of Central Europe & the Balkans reviewer 5
    · June 22nd, 2019
    It was fantastic !!! Will come back next yeat for sure!!
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Diana, thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to organise this tour for you and we hope to see you back again in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: April 2019
  • B
    · January 27th, 2019
    Thank you Choose Bakans for making our journey to North Albania an amazing experience. We visit Theth, hiked to blue eye and Theth waterfall. Strongly recommend.
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Blerta, thank you for your kind review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in North Albania. It was a pleasure organising this tour for you. Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: July 2018

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Are meals included in the tour?

      Breakfast is included for all overnight stays during the tour.

    • Is there a recommended hotel for first-night accommodation?

      We can recommend various options for accommodations in Tirana based on your arrival.

    • What is the weather like during the trek?

      Weather can vary; it's best to prepare for light rain and cool temperatures.

    • What is included in the tour price?

      The price includes accommodation, meals, and guided tours.

    • When do I need to complete the payment?

      Payment details will be shared prior to the tour.

    • Will there be a guide during the hike?

      A professional tour leader will accompany you throughout the tour.

    • Do you offer transportation from the airport?

      Yes, we provide transportation services from the airport to the tour starting point.

    • What is the cost of the airport shuttle?

      The airport transfer to the hotel costs 20 euros for one way.

    • How can I check my booking status?

      You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for booking inquiries.

    • Can I split the payment between travelers?

      Yes, payment can be split between two people.

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    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 130051

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      Lek
      Albania
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      Austria, Italy and Kosovo
      KM
      Convertible Mark
      Bosnia
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      Forint
      Hungary
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      Macedonia
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      Italy
    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Hungary, Macedonia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Hungary, Macedonia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bosnia. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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      • For any tour departing before February 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Choose Balkans. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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