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Grand Balkan Exploration: 17-Day Cultural Expedition

17 days
From Bucharest to Zagreb
4.6
7 traveler reviews
Grand Balkan Exploration: 17-Day Cultural Expedition - Balkland
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Age range:
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Operated in:
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Tour id:
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Highlights

  • Explore Bucharest's historic and modern blend
  • Tour Peleș Castle's stunning German Renaissance
  • Stroll through Plovdiv's ancient and vibrant streets
  • Discover Sofia's rich history and cultural sites
  • Cruise on Lake Ohrid and visit St. Naum Monastery

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Bucharest: The Start of Your Balkan Adventure
  2. Day 2 A Cultural Journey Through Bucharest’s Iconic Landmarks
  3. Day 3 Exploring Romania’s Iconic Landmarks: From Peleș Castle to Brașov
  4. Day 4 Exploring Bulgaria’s Historic Towns
  5. Day 5 Discovering Sofia’s Historic and Cultural Sites
  6. Day 6 Journey to Skopje and Discovering North Macedonia’s Charm
  7. Day 7 Discovering the Beauty of Ohrid
  8. Day 8 Exploring the Heart of Tirana
  9. Day 9 Immersing in Albanian Culture and Nature
  10. Day 10 From Podgorica to the Coastal Gems of Montenegro and Dubrovnik
  11. Day 11 Discovering Dubrovnik and the Wonders of Bosnia and Herzegovina
  12. Day 12 From Mostar to Sarajevo, Unveiling Bosnia’s Rich History
  13. Day 13 From Sarajevo to the Cultural Heart of Serbia
  14. Day 14 Journey to Ljubljana and Exploring Slovenia’s Charming Capital
  15. Day 15 A Scenic Journey from Lake Bled to Zagreb
  16. Day 16 Exploring Zagreb and the Natural Wonders of Plitvice Lakes
  17. Day 17 Departure from Zagreb
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Operated by

Balkland

4.6
(7 reviews)

Number of tours

3

Age Range

5 to 90 years old

Response time

less than 1 hour

Response rate

67%

Balkland is a travel agency specializing in tours of the Balkan peninsula. Our mission is to share our love of the region with the world and provide exceptional service while promoting ecologically responsible travel. We offer a wide variety of tours for all types of travelers, customized to each...

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Customer Reviews

  • Michaela
    · April 29th, 2024
    Excellent tour. I was made to feel special right from the go, as I received a very warm welcome. I learnt so much...
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  • Patrick
    · November 2nd, 2023
    Best Tour Ever!!! That is saying something since we travel by tour annually. We're already planning our next tour...
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17 days
Grand Balkan Exploration: 17-Day Cultural Expedition
From Bucharest to Zagreb

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Good to Know

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    Lek
    Albania
    KM
    Convertible Mark
    Bosnia
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    Bulgarian Lev
    Bulgaria
    kn
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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia, Romania and Montenegro
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    Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia, Romania and Montenegro
    Type F
    Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia, Romania and Montenegro
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia, Romania and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia, Romania 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, Croatia and Slovenia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bosnia, Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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