Summary
Discover a world of beauty, history, and rich tradition on your escorted tour of Croatia, Montenegro and Albania without the higher prices and crowded sites of the busy travel season. Escape for nine days in the affordable and less-crowded off season to explore these countries rich in proud tradition.
Begin your vacation in Croatia to explore the sights of capital Zagreb — a guided tour of this extraordinary city. Take a scenic drive along the stunning coast to Zadar, where you’ll enjoy the magical sounds and lights of the Sea Organ and the Greeting to the Sun installations. Take breathtaking views of the lake and waterfalls in Krka National Park. Another highlight is a special lunch at a local restaurant. You’ll travel through the ruggedly beautiful countryside on your way to Split, Croatia —ancient Spalato—to tour the Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, and see the Mausoleum, the Cathedral of St. Domnius, and the incredible Temple of Jupiter. You’ll visit the dramatic setting of Dubrovnik, an ancient maritime republic poised above the Adriatic Sea. Explore the impressive ramparts of the walled city, see its Franciscan and Dominican monasteries.
Travel to Montenegro and explore Kotor, the “Jewel of the Mediterranean” before continuing on to Albania. Explore Albania’s capital city - Tirana and visit the Bunk’Art and enjoy a farewell dinner to celebrate your Balkans Escape.
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Arrive In Zagreb, Croatia
- Day 2
- Zagreb
- Day 3
- Zagreb–Zadar
- Day 4
- Zadar–Krka–Split
- Day 5
- Split–Dubrovnik
- Day 6
- Dubrovnik
- Day 7
- Dubrovnik–Kotor, Montenegro–Tirana, Albania
- Day 8
- Tirana
- Day 9
- Tirana
Countries (2): Albania, Croatia
Travel Cities (5): Dubrovnik, Split, Tirana, Zadar, Zagreb