Italy and Balkan

10 days / 9 nights

Trip description

Discover the best of Italy and the Balkans on this 10-day journey. Begin in Milan with its iconic Duomo and La Scala Opera before heading to Venice’s canals and landmarks. Explore Slovenia’s Bled Lake and Ljubljana, then continue to Zagreb and the natural beauty of Plitvice Lakes and Una National Park. Visit the historic towns of Jajce and Mostar, marvel at Dubrovnik’s medieval walls, and experience Kotor’s coastal charm. Enjoy Sarajevo’s rich history and vibrant bazaars, with a final day for shopping and relaxation before departure.

Highlights

  • Duomo Square, Milan
  • St. Mark’s Square & Canals (Optional Gondola Ride), Venice
  • Venice Old Town & Lagoon
  • Lake Bled & Pletna Boat Ride (optional), Bled
  • Ljubljana Old Town, Preseren Square, Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge & Marketplace, Ljubljana
  • Zagreb Old Town, Ban Jelačić Square & St. Mark’s Church, Zagreb
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park (UNESCO Site, optional)
  • Una National Park & Una River, Bihać
  • Pliva Lakes & Wooden Watermills, Jajce
  • Pliva Waterfall, Jajce
  • Mostar Old Town & Old Bridge (UNESCO Site), Mostar
  • Blagaj Dervish House & Buna River Spring
  • Počitelj Medieval Stone Town
  • Kravica Waterfalls
  • Dubrovnik Old Town, Stradun & City Walls (UNESCO Site)
  • Kotor Old Town (UNESCO Site)
  • Budva Old Town
  • Neretva River Canyon & Jablanica Lake
  • Sarajevo Old Bazaar (Baščaršija)
  • Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque & Latin Bridge, Sarajevo
  • Sarajevo City Hall (Vijećnica)
  • Trebević Mountain
  • Tunnel of Hope Museum
  • Spring of River Bosnia (Vrelo Bosne) & Horse Carriage Ride

Itinerary

Day 1: Milano Arrival & Venice

Arrive at Milano Airport where you are met by our tour director. Proceed to Milano city center and visit Duomo Square. Enjoy free time for walking and shopping. Later, have lunch at a local restaurant. Continue journey towards Venice. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Venice.

Day 2: Venice

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Venice city center. Start a guided walking tour including St. Mark’s Square and main highlights of the city, with an optional gondola ride. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, followed by free time to explore the city on your own. Return to hotel. Dinner and overnight in Venice.

Day 3: Venice – Bled – Ljubljana – Zagreb

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Slovenia. Visit Lake Bled and enjoy the beautiful surroundings, with an optional Pletna boat ride. Continue to Ljubljana for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, enjoy a walking tour of Ljubljana Old Town including Preseren Square, Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge, and the local marketplace. Later, proceed to Zagreb. Check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Zagreb.

Day 4: Zagreb – Bihać

After breakfast, start a guided city tour of Zagreb including the Cathedral, Dolac Marketplace, Bloody Bridge, Stone Gates, St. Mark’s Church, and Ban Jelačić Square. After lunch at a local restaurant, proceed towards Bihać in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Optional visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park or Una National Park. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Bihać.

Day 5: Bihać – Jajce – Mostar / Neum

After breakfast, proceed to Jajce, the former royal town of the Bosnian Kingdom. Visit Pliva Lakes and the traditional wooden watermills, followed by a visit to the impressive Pliva Waterfall. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue towards Neum. Check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.

Day 6: Mostar – Herzegovina Tour – Neum

After breakfast, proceed to Mostar for a walking tour of the Old Town including the famous Old Bridge. Continue to Blagaj to visit the Buna River spring and Dervish House. After lunch, visit the medieval stone town of Počitelj, followed by a visit to the beautiful Kravica Waterfalls. Return to Neum. Dinner and overnight.

Day 7: Neum – Dubrovnik – Kotor – Budva

After breakfast, proceed to Dubrovnik. Start a guided walking tour of the Old Town including Stradun, Rector’s Palace, Sponza Palace, city walls, waterfront, and famous Game of Thrones filming locations. Enjoy free time and lunch at a local restaurant. Continue towards Montenegro. Visit Kotor Old Town on a walking tour. Proceed to Budva, check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.

Day 8: Budva – Jablanica – Sarajevo

After breakfast, proceed towards Jablanica. Visit Bingo City Center and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Experience a relaxing boat ride on Jablanica Lake. Continue towards Sarajevo. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Sarajevo.

Day 9: Sarajevo

After breakfast, proceed to Trebević Mountain for panoramic views of the city. Continue with a guided city tour including City Hall (Vijećnica), Baščaršija Old Bazaar, Coppersmith Street, Latin Bridge, Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque, and the Cathedral. Lunch at a local restaurant, followed by free time. Return to hotel. Dinner and overnight in Sarajevo.

Day 10: Sarajevo – Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Visit the War Tunnel Museum, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to the Spring of River Bosnia (Vrelo Bosne) and enjoy a traditional horse carriage ride. Later, transfer to Sarajevo Airport for departure.

Tour costs

2500 € per person

What’s Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation in 4* Hotel Bed and Breakfast
  • Entrance fees according to itinerary
  • Knowledgeable and licensed Tour Guide
  • Small group tour
  • Shared tour (unless otherwise specified)
  • Standard tours are in English (unless specified)
  • Bottled water (0.5l)

Not Included

  • Flight ticket
  • Lunch/Dinner
  • Private expenses
  • Optional Tips: Always Appreciated

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Ready to experience the Balkans’ most iconic cities, coastal gems, and natural wonders in one seamless journey?

Fill out the form – our travel experts will confirm availability and help you personalize your trip within 24 hours.

Reach us on WhatsApp or Viber at +387 62 411 140.

You can also send us an email at reservations@eht.ba


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