Journeys: Discover The Balkans

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Pricing Type: Double Occupancy

Pricing is per person, based on two people per reservation

Start Date	End Date	Bonus Offers	From Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price available on this tour date. Price is for the tour only, unless noted otherwise. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare, travel insurance, and more, are additional.	Guaranteed? Yes means that that the vendor guarantees that tour date will occur. No means that the vendor does not guarantee the tour will occur on that date, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on that date in order to confirm it. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).
Sunday Sep 27, 2026	Thursday Oct 8, 2026		Not Available	Yes (Departure #GPEECWNG260927-O1)

Tour Itinerary

G Adventures Tour Code ECWNG-8557

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G Adventures Tour Code ECWNG-8557

Day
1
Zagreb

Arrive at any time.

Please make your own way to the joining hotel.Zagreb is the capital of Croatia and has a very charming old city, complete with cobblestone streets and medieval buildings. Be sure to sample some of the delicious local food and drink. There are also a number of museums to explore focusing on art, history, and archaeology.After the meeting, opt to head out for a meal in a local restaurant to get to know your Expedition Leader and travelling companions.

Hotel check-in time is approximately 3:00pm. If you'd like to explore this city, consider booking a night or two of accommodations before the tour begins.
Day
2
Zagreb/Plitvice Lakes National Park

Enjoy an excursion to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Take in the splendor of its karst formations, gem-like pools, and cascading waterfalls on a guided walk along boardwalks, and learn about the diverse wildlife and unique bird population of this World Heritage site. For dinner this evening, savor a traditional peka, a Dalmatian dish of vegetables, herbs, and meat baked over hot coals.

Entrance to the park is included and there are many opportunities for walking and relaxing in one of Croatia's most famed wonders.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day
3
Plitvice Lakes National Park/Split

Begin our exploration of the sparkling Adriatic coast in Split. In the early evening, take a guided walk around the dazzling Roman ruins of Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built of luminous white stone imported from the nearby island of Brac, this imposing palace dates to the third century A.D.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day
4
Split

Spend a day at your leisure to explore the lively seaside town of Split, which was once a major Byzantine city. Step through the Golden Gate and into the historic old town, situated within the old palace walls. Sample Croatian delicacies at the local market, opt to ascend to Marjan's peak for breathtaking views of the city, or consider joining an optional tour of one of the world's oldest cathedrals, a colonnaded octagon built in the early fourth century.

Opt to visit the local market and gobble up some Croatian delicacies. For a little more activity, visit Marjan's peak, with gorgeous views over the city, or hit up some of the hiking and biking trails in the area.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day
5
Split/Sarajevo

Enjoy a scenic drive across the border to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Stroll around the ancient town and pay a visit to the famed Stari Most (Old Bridge), considered a symbol of the city's resilience. This reconstructed Ottoman-style bridge was first built in the 17th century-and then meticulously rebuilt after its destruction during the Bosnian War. Later, continue to Sarajevo for the evening.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day
6
Sarajevo

Learn about the four-year-long Siege of Sarajevo from a local expert who lived through this devastating period. Gain more insights at the Tunnel of Hope and War Tunnel Museum, and view bunkers, minefields, and trenches at Trebevic Mountain, the site of several battles. After, experience the city's resurgence at a market and during lunch at a local spot.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day
7
Sarajevo

Enjoy a free day to explore the capital at your leisure. Discover the cobblestone streets of its alluring Old Town, noting the architecture of its diverse places of worship, and ponder history at the arched Latin Bridge, the famed site of Archduke Franz Ferdinand's assassination-the fateful event that triggered World War I.

Walk around the cobblestone streets of the Old Town (Stari Grad) while taking in the architecture of diverse places of worship. This is also a great place to shop and visit markets. The Latin Bridge is worth a visit as it played an important role in the history of this area. This is the site where the Archduke of the Austro Hungarian Empire, Franz Ferdinand, was assassinated, leading to the beginning of World War I.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day
8
Sarajevo/Kotor

Cross over the border to Montenegro and soak up two days on the sparkling Bay of Kotor, designated a World Heritage site for its terraced waterfront landscape and medieval architecture. Opt to visit the one time capital of Risan, home to well-preserved Roman mosaics, take a leisurely stroll in the quaint seaside town of Perast and the islands, or set out by sea kayak to explore the spectacular bay.

Continue to Montenegro and travel to the Bay of Kotor, a region that is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day
9
Kotor

Enjoy a free day to explore. Discover the Mediterranean spirit of Kotor, surrounded by fortifications built by the Republic of Venice. Consider hiking up the medieval steps of the fortress for panoramic views of the city and harbour. Or opt to experience mud therapy at a local spa to test the natural healing properties of the area's sand.

Opt take a leisurely stroll in Perast and the islands, or go sea kayaking. If relaxing is more your style, the beaches of Herceg Novi offer a great escape. There are also local mud therapy spas nearby to test the natural healing properties of the area's sand.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day
10
Kotor/Dubrovnik

Visit a family-run agrotourism villa surrounded by Mediterranean gardens and sweeping views of the Adriatic. Join our local host on a spirited walk around the picturesque grounds, pick fresh fruits and vegetables in the gardens, and watch a baking demonstration. Then sit down together to share a traditional lunch of local ham, cheeses, and wine. Continue to Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic," and walk the medieval city walls.

Cross into Croatia and travel to Dubrovnik, known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic." Set on the Dalmatian coast, Dubrovnik has been an important maritime town in the region for centuries. Surrounded by medieval walls, it is rich in history and is a beautiful city to explore, filled with stunning architecture, museums, and fountains.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day
11
Dubrovnik

After breakfast, head to the World Heritage-designated Old City and meet locals preserving traditional foods and handicrafts through the women-run nonprofit, DESA, founded in the early 1990s during the Croatian War of Independence. Then, enjoy a free afternoon in Dubrovnik, which once rivaled Venice as a maritime power. Continue exploring the Old City, where distinctive red roofs make for spectacular photos. Order the catch of the day at a seaside cafe, or consider setting out on a boat trip to one of the nearby islands.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day
12
Dubrovnik

Depart at any time.

We recommend staying an extra day or two to fully experience all this lively city has to offer.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Accommodations

Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Journeys: Discover The Balkans tour:

Dubrovnik

Hotel Adria Dubrovnik

Location

Radnička ul. 46
Dubrovnik, Croatia-20000

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Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)

Kotor

Hotel Porto In

Location

Njegoševa
Kotor, Montenegro-85330

Other Details

Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)

Licko Petrovo Selo

Hotel Lyra

Location

Ličko Petrovo Selo 52
Licko Petrovo Selo, Croatia-53233

Other Details

Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)

Sarajevo

Hotel Sahat

Location

Kundurdžiluk 2
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina-71000

Other Details

Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)

Split

Hotel Corner

Location

Mažuranićevo šetalište 1
Split, Croatia-21000

Other Details

Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)

Zagreb

Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria

Location

Petrinjska 71
Zagreb, Croatia-10 000

Other Details

Wifi
Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)

More Details

G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Journeys: Discover The Balkans tour:

Group Size

Max 16, Avg 10.

What's Included

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Siege of Sarajevo Tour, SarajevoYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Konavle Valley Agorturizam Walk and Lunch, DubrovnikYour G for Good Moment: DESA Women's Centre Visit, DubrovnikYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and GroupLocal Life: Traditional Peka Dinner, Zagreb. Plitvice Lakes National Park walk. Traditional peka dinner. Split orientation walk around Diocletian's Palace. Excursion to Mostar visiting the Stari Most (Old Bridge). Kotor orientation walk. Dubrovnik city wall walk. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Highlights

Visit the stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park, Explore the ancient town of Mostar and the Stari Most (Old Bridge), Take a tour of the "Tunnel of Hope" in Sarajevo, Spend a couple days on the Bay of Kotor.

Optional Activities

G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:

Trogir- Trogir Excursion (50EUR per person)Split- St Duje Cathedral Visit (15-40HRK per person)- Archaeology Museum (Free)Sarajevo- Latin Bridge Visit (Free)Kotor- Kotor Maritime Museum (5EUR per person)- Sveti Ivan Fortress Hike- Sea Kayaking (20EUR per person)- Kotor City Exploration (Free)- Donji Stoliv Hike- The Ladder of Kotor Hike- Lake Skadar National ParkPerast- Perast VisitHerceg-Novi- Herceg Novi Beach VisitLopud- Lopud Island VisitDubrovnik- Sea Kayaking (36EUR per person)

What are the mandatory travel insurance requirements for this trip?

Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your Expedition Leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.

Accommodation Summary

Hotels - 11 nts.

Meals Included

11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

What are the meals like on this trip?

Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your Expedition Leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. For Independent trips please check the itinerary for details of meals included. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.

Group Leader

National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout, local guides.

What is the role of the group leader during this trip?

All National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures group trips are accompanied by a National Geographic Expedition Leader. The aim of the Expedition Leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.

International Flights

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour. However, on some tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details. In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.

Transportation

Private minivan, walking, bus, boat.

Minimum Age

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Checklist

Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Footwear (required) (Closed toe suggested)o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Smart Dress:o Smart outfit (For evenings out)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear

What are the packing guidelines and luggage restrictions?

We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.)

Service Level

Upgraded: Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

What are the tipping guidelines for this trip?

While conventions can vary from country to country, tipping is customary in Europe. A general rule is 10% of the bill for wait staff, and a smaller amount (€1 or €2) for other service providers.Tipping is an expected - though not compulsory - component of your tour program, and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides. You may do this individually, or your Expedition Leader will offer to collect the money and tip as a group. Recommendations for tipping local guides would range from €3-5 per day, depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your Expedition Leader for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture.At the end of each trip, if you felt your Expedition Leader did an outstanding job, tipping is expected and appreciated. The precise amount is a personal preference, however €8-10 per person, per day can be used as a guideline.

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