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Grand Balkan Tour from Sofia to Zagreb

By Radfesta Travel and Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is NT$103,902 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 14d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Discover six countries in two unforgettable weeks on this Grand Balkan loop from Sofia. From UNESCO-listed Ohrid to the walled bays of Kotor, Ottoman bridges in Mostar, café culture in Sarajevo and the nightlife of Belgrade, this curated itinerary blends heritage cities, dramatic coast & mountains, and authentic food. You’ll stay in hand-picked 4* hotels, travel in a comfortable vehicle with a professional driver-guide, and enjoy a balance of guided visits and free time. One trip. Six borders. A lifetime of stories.

Activity location

  • St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    • Aleksander Nevski Square,
    • Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sofia
    • Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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Grand Balkan Tour from Sofia to Zagreb
  • Activity duration is 14 days14d
    14d
  • English
Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
NT$103,902 x 1 AdultNT$103,902
Total
Price is NT$103,902
Until Fri, Dec 5
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dinner
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch and dinners excluded

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Sofia, Bulgaria
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Not included
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
Welcome to the vibrant capital of Bulgaria. Upon arrival at Sofia Airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your centrally located 4* hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an orientation stroll past the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, National Theater, and the lively Vitosha Boulevard. Overnight in Sofia.
Day 2: Sofia → Rila Monastery → Skopje, North Macedonia
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Rila Monastery
  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast, head south to the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, set dramatically in the Rila Mountains. Admire its colorful frescoes, wooden balconies, and peaceful courtyards before crossing into North Macedonia. Arrive in Skopje for an afternoon walking tour: Stone Bridge, Old Bazaar, and the eclectic city squares. Overnight in Skopje.
Day 3: Skopje → Matka Canyon → Ohrid
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Skopje
  • 8h
Depart Skopje with a scenic detour to Matka Canyon, where emerald waters wind between steep cliffs (optional short boat ride available). Continue to Ohrid, jewel of North Macedonia. In the afternoon, stroll the lakefront, explore St. Sophia Cathedral and the cliffside Church of St. John at Kaneo with its postcard views. Overnight in Ohrid.
Day 4: Ohrid → Tirana, Albania
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Ohrid
  • 8h
Spend the morning on the shores of Lake Ohrid with time for a short boat ride or visit to St. Naum Monastery. Cross the border into Albania, arriving in Tirana. A guided tour reveals Skanderbeg Square, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the colorful Blloku district, once closed to outsiders, now buzzing with trendy cafés. Overnight in Tirana.
Day 5: Tirana → Shkodër → Bay of Kotor, Montenegro
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Shkoder
  • 8h
Head north to Shkodër, one of the oldest cities in Albania, with a stop at the Rozafa Fortress for sweeping views. Cross into Montenegro and enjoy a breathtaking drive along the fjord-like Bay of Kotor. Stop in Perast and visit the baroque islet church Our Lady of the Rocks. Overnight near Kotor.
Day 6: Exploring Kotor & Budva
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Kotor
  • 8h
A leisurely day to explore Montenegro’s highlights. Wander the cobbled lanes of Kotor Old Town, climb the fortress walls (optional, but views are spectacular), and discover the Adriatic charm of Budva, with its Venetian walls and sandy beaches. Evening free by the bay. Overnight in Kotor area.
Day 7: Kotor → Dubrovnik Region, Croatia
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Dubrovnik
  • 8h
Cross into Croatia and continue to the Dubrovnik region. Spend the afternoon exploring or relaxing: walk the UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik Old Town walls, or sip coffee at Stradun Street. Depending on traffic and timing, your guide may suggest the Old Town visit today or the following morning. Overnight in Dubrovnik area.
Day 8: Dubrovnik Region → Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Mostar
  • 8h
Depart Dubrovnik along dramatic coastal and inland roads. Arrive in Mostar, a city where East meets West. Marvel at the elegant Stari Most (Old Bridge), explore the Old Bazaar, and sample local specialties like burek or Turkish coffee. Overnight in Mostar.
Day 9: Mostar → Sarajevo
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Sarajevo
  • 8h
This morning stop at the Blagaj Tekija, a 16th-century dervish monastery at the source of the Buna River. Continue to Sarajevo, a city of mosques, churches, and synagogues. On a guided tour, see the Latin Bridge, historic Baščaršija bazaar, and the moving War Tunnel Museum. Overnight in Sarajevo.
Day 10: Sarajevo → Višegrad → Belgrade, Serbia
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Belgrade
  • 8h
Travel through the mountains along the Drina River valley. Pause in Višegrad to admire the 16th-century Ottoman Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge. Arrive in Belgrade, Serbia’s dynamic capital, for an evening visit to Kalemegdan Fortress, offering panoramic views over the Danube and Sava Rivers. Overnight in Belgrade.
Day 11: Belgrade Discovery Day
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Belgrade
  • 8h
Explore the highlights of Belgrade: Republic Square, Knez Mihailova pedestrian street, and the massive St. Sava Temple. The afternoon is free—choose a Danube boat cruise, visit the Nikola Tesla Museum, or relax in Skadarlija, Belgrade’s bohemian quarter, famous for its traditional taverns and live folk music. Overnight in Belgrade.
Day 12: Belgrade → Niš → Plovdiv, Bulgaria
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Nis
  • 8h
Depart Belgrade and stop in Niš, birthplace of Emperor Constantine the Great. Visit the eerie Skull Tower and Ottoman Niš Fortress before returning to Bulgaria. In the evening, explore Plovdiv Old Town with its cobbled streets, Roman amphitheater, and trendy Kapana district. Overnight in Plovdiv.
Day 13: Plovdiv → Veliko Tarnovo → Sofia
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Veliko Tarnovo
  • 8h
Continue to medieval Veliko Tarnovo, once the capital of the Bulgarian Empire. Explore Tsarevets Fortress and the artisans’ street of Samovodska Charshia. Return to Sofia for a farewell dinner and final overnight.
Day 14: Departure from Sofia
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Sofia
  • 1h
After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Sofia Airport. End of services.

Location

Activity location

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    St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    • Aleksander Nevski Square,
    • Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Sofia
    • Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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