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8-Day the Balkans Countries Croatia, Bosnia, and Zadar, and more, Flexible Europe Tour from Split, Croatia Tour Code: 443-19330

Overview
Visit the Balkans Countries Croatia, Bosnia, Herzegovina covering cities Blagaj, Dubrovnik, Lake Balaton, Pecs, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Pocitelj, Sarajevo, Split, Zagreb, Mostar, Zadar.
  • Guaranteed Two Nights Four Star Hotel
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Schengen multiple-entry visa During Summer Time (March-September) requires holding a Schengen multiple-entry visa.
Price In USD (Price per person based on double occupancy)
Price (/Person)
    Single $1297
    Share Room $865
    Double $865
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 2-11)
    $784
    Infant
    (Age Under 2yrs)
    Free
Price (/Person)
    Single $1336
    Share Room $892
    Double $892
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 2-11)
    $807
    Infant
    (Age Under 2yrs)
    Free
Price (/Person)
    Single $1317
    Share Room $886
    Double $886
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 2-11)
    $804
    Infant
    (Age Under 2yrs)
    Free
Price (/Person)
    Single $1357
    Share Room $913
    Double $913
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 2-11)
    $828
    Infant
    (Age Under 2yrs)
    Free
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Pricing Policy

  • Child fare: 2 - 11 years old share a room with two adults (no bed). No charge for infants under 2 years old.
  • Share Room We will not charge client any single supplement if they are willing to share the room with other tour members. But No complaints or amendments could be made based on this issue. This preference must indicated at time of booking, and with a minimum of 7 days prior to joining the tour. Once the booking is confirmed, it will not be possible to amend the room choice while on tour.
  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8
Day 1 Split-Dubrovnik (151 km)
Day 2 Dubrovnik
Day 3 Dubrovnik-Pocitelj-Blagaj-Mostar-Sarajevo (165 km)
Day 4 Sarajevo-Vinkovci (162 km)
Day 5 Vinkovci-Pecs-Budapest (262 km)
Day 6 Budapest-Lake Balaton-Zagreb (311 km)
Day 7 Zagreb-Plitvice Lakes National Park-Zadar (303 km)
Day 8 Zadar-Split (201 km)

Day 1: Split-Dubrovnik (151 km)

Standard Hotel: Dubrovnik or city nearby
Meal: Excluded
After meet at Split, we'll drive to o Neum.

Day 2: Dubrovnik

Standard Hotel: Dubrovnik or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today we'll touring Dubrovnik. You will see the famous places: the Old Town, the city walls, the defensive tower, the Recto's palace, and the Franciscan Monastery. You can take a cable car to go up in the mountain and admire the beauty of the city. Your day of heaven on earth will ends with an overnight stay in Dubrovnik or city nearby.
  • Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Dubrovnik is a Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea. It is one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the Mediterranean Sea, a seaport and the centre of Dubrovnik-Neretva County. In 1979, the city of Dubrovnik joined the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites.

    Dubrovnik City Walls

    The monumental walls that encircle Dubrovnik, punctuated by towers and overlooking the sea, are undoubtedly the city's most famous feature.

    Admission (Optional): Adult €34; Child €34

    Rector's Palace

    The Rector's Palace is a palace in the city of Dubrovnik that used to serve as the seat of the Rector of the Republic of Ragusa between the 14th century and 1808. It was also the seat of the Minor Council and the state administration. Furthermore, it housed an armoury, the powder magazine, the watch house and a prison.

    Franciscan Monastery

    The Franciscan Monks moved to Dubrovnik in the 13th century and quickly set up a monastery. However, when threatened by war, they demolished that one and built a better protected one next to the Pile Gate and St. Saviours Church. Within this monastery's solid stone walls are a gorgeous mid-14th-century cloister, a historic pharmacy and a small museum with a collection of relics and liturgical objects, including chalices, paintings and gold jewellery, and pharmacy items such as laboratory gear and medical books.

Day 3: Dubrovnik-Pocitelj-Blagaj-Mostar-Sarajevo (165 km)

Standard Hotel: Sarajevo or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
First stop today is Pocitelj. You also see stunning Blagaj with its Dervish Monastery nestled into a 200 meter high cliff and surrounded by crystal clear streams. Then you head on to the ancient city of Mostar, to cross the magnificent ancient arch bridge and capture the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river. After visiting this ancient city of poetry and paintings, you drive to the hotel and stay in Sarajevo or city nearby.
  • Pocitelj, Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Pocitelj is a stepped medieval fortress village, which has now been included in the World Cultural Heritage List.
  • Blagaj, Bosnia and Herzegovina

    A village-town in the south-eastern region of the Mostar basin, in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Blagaj is situated at the spring of the Buna river and a historical tekke. It has the Blagaj Tekija monument.
  • Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Mostar it is the most important city in the Herzegovina region, serving as its cultural and economic capital. Mostar is situated on the Neretva River and is the fifth-largest city in the country.

Day 4: Sarajevo-Vinkovci (162 km)

Standard Hotel: Vinkovci or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Sarajevo was once an important gateway to the East. Its profound historical imprint, which includes the assassination at the Latin Bridge that caused the First World War, and the "Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures Line" on the ground, can still be found in the Old Town. After the visit of Sarajevo, you will cross the border into Croatia.
  • Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Sarajevo is the capital and largest city of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Due to its long and rich history of religious and cultural diversity, Sarajevo is sometimes called the "Jerusalem of Europe".

Day 5: Vinkovci-Pecs-Budapest (262 km)

Standard Hotel: Budapest or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Departing in the morning and returning to Hungary – you visit Pecs. Located between the Danube and the Drava, it is one of the most attractive cities in Hungary, with a pleasant climate and long history. Highlight is the Pécs Cathedral towering over central Szent István Square. You drive back to Budapest in the afternoon.
  • Pecs, HUNGARY

    Pécs is the fifth largest city of Hungary, located on the slopes of the Mecsek mountains in the south-west of the country, close to its border with Croatia. It is the administrative and economic centre of Baranya County. Pécs is also the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Pécs.

Day 6: Budapest-Lake Balaton-Zagreb (311 km)

Standard Hotel: Zagreb or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
In the morning, you will have a wonderful drive to Lake Balaton, it’s one of the best Resort in Hungary. Then you will have a wonderful drive to the Croatian capital Zagreb. The ancient city is full of beautiful Gothic architecture, decorations are exquisitely crafted. Together with Mediterranean cuisine and locally produced wines, as well as the friendly Croatian hospitality, Zagreb is sure to be a wonderful experience. You will visit the city's highlights such as the Zagreb Cathedral, the Ban Jelacic Square and the Church of St. Mark.
  • Lake Balaton, HUNGARY

    This lake in Hungary is Central Europe's largest freshwater lake and one of the region's most popular tourist attractions. Popular activities in the area include swimming and fishing.
  • Zagreb, Croatia

    Zagreb, the capital and largest city in Croatia, is located in the northwest part of the country along the Sava River. Zagreb has a vibrant cultural community comprised of many museums, art galleries, as well as performance arts and music events.

    Zagreb Cathedral

    This Roman Catholic cathedral in Zagreb is the largest sacred sacral Gothic monument in Europe southeast of the Alps. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary as well as two local kings of old.

Day 7: Zagreb-Plitvice Lakes National Park-Zadar (303 km)

Standard Hotel: Zadar or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today you will enjoy a guided tour into the Plitvice Lakes National Park.
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

    Plitvice Lakes National Park is an UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest national park in Croatia. Known for 16 terraced lakes, joined by waterfalls, that extend into a limestone canyon, Plitvice has many walkways and hiking trails for visitors to explore.

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Founded in 1949, this beautiful Croatian park, near the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina, is one of Southeast Europe's oldest national parks. It is full of breathtaking landscapes and stunning geological formations.

    Admission (Optional): Adult €40; Child (0-7 yrs) Free; Junior (7-18 yrs) €17.50; Adult price 11-40(Low and High season) http://visit.sagradafamilia.cat/

Day 8: Zadar-Split (201 km)

Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast you will enter the ancient city of Zadar. The city has a strong religious atmosphere, still retaining the narrow streets and buildings of the middle ages. It's like going back in time. Close to the waterfront, you can admire the modern Sea Organ and Sun Salutation, an amazing solar light display. Then you will head to Split. The most famous are the ruins of Diocletian's Palace, which was built in the fourth century AD.
  • Zadar, Croatia

    Located along the Adriatic Sea coast, Zadar is the fifth largest city in Croatia . With a rich history dating back to prehistoric times, visitors can experience Roman inspired architectural buildings like the Roman Forum, cathedrals, libraries, and more.

    Sun Salutation

    This 22m-wide circle set into the pavement is filled with 300 multilayered glass plates that collect the sun’s energy during the day. Together with the wave energy that makes the Sea Organ’s sound, it produces a trippy light show from sunset to sunrise that’s meant to simulate the solar system. It also collects enough energy to power the entire harbour-front lighting system.

    Sea Organ

    The Sea Organ stretches out over about seventy metres of the Zadar waterfront, below which, at the level of the lowest low tide, 35 pipes of various lengths, diameters and slopes have been installed. When the most beautiful sunset illuminates the waterfront, the game of lights by the Greeting to the Sun accompanies the rhythm of the waves and the sounds of the Sea Organ.
  • Split, Croatia

    Split is the second-largest city of Croatia and lies along the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea. The historic center-an UNESCO world heritage site-offers visitors breathtaking harbor views as well as attractions like the Gallery of Fine Arts, Croatian National Theatre, sporting and music events, and more.

    Palace of Diocletian

    Diocletian's Palace is an ancient palace built by the Roman Emperor Diocletian at the turn of the fourth century AD, that today forms about half the old town and city center of Split, in Croatia. After the Romans abandoned the site, the Palace remained empty for several centuries.
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Location Address Departure
Split, Croatia Obala kneza Domagoja 10, Split, 21000 (main entrance) 4:00pm
  • The above departure information is tentative and it will be confirmed at the time of reservation.
  • Return: The tour will end between 6:30pm - 7:00pm on the last day.

Price Includes

  • Hotel: Twin share basis. For child aged 2 - 11 years old will be sharing a room with 2 adults.
    (Hotel information will be confirmed 24 hours prior departure.)
  • Transportation: Air Conditioned luxury coach and other transportation listed in itinerary.
  • Breakfast: Daily Continental breakfast including coffee or tea, juice, bread, jam. All others meals not listed are at your expense.
  • Guide: Professional English speaking tour guide Level 2: semi-guided tour

Price Excludes

Destination Adult Child Junior
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik City Walls (Optional) €34 €34 /
Dubrovnik cruise + 1 drink (beer/coke) (Optional) €20 €20 /
Excursion to Dubrovnik moutain (Optional) €30 €30 /
Pecs
Pecs Cathedral (Optional) €6 €6 /
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park (Optional)
Adult price 11-40(Low and High season) http://visit.sagradafamilia.cat/
€40 Free (0-7 yrs) €17.50 (7-18 yrs)
Sarajevo
Tunnel of Hope guided tour (Optional) €25 €25 /
Zadar
Zadar sunset with transfer (only in July and Aug) (Optional) €10 €10 /
Zagreb
Museum of Broken Relationships (Optional) €7 €7 /
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • Mandatory fee: Dubrovnik city tax: EUR 10/per person, Split city entrance tax: EUR 5/per person; So EUR5 - EUR15 according to your trip duration (Tours departure from April 1st, 2025, this fee will be collected in advance when placing an order)
  • Bosnia local lunch incl. 1 drink: EUR 25/per person
  • Travel insurance, visa fees
  • Any charges for additional itinerary are not listed in itinerary
  • A mandatory service fees for tour guide/bus driver (min. € 10 /day per person).
  • Excess baggage charges from Airlines
  • Personal expensessuch as room service, telephone, laundry service charges
  • Losses or additional expenses: The Company will accept no responsibilities for losses or additional expense due to accident.

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