Western Balkan Explorer Tour “Blue Route”
Overview
Mention the Balkans to anyone and it can conjure up a plethora of images -flashpoint of the First World War, the atrocities of the recent civil war, Tito’s and Hoxha’s Communist dictatorships. Look beyond these clichéd stereotypes on our one week trip through three Western Balkan countries - Albania, Montenegro, Croatia Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kosovo. Explore the crossroads of Europe’s East and West mosaic to cultures inherited in millenniums starting from Illyrians (Albanians), Romans, Byzantines, Slavic, and Ottoman inheritance, in fascinating historical cities, as well as some of the best landscapes in Europe. Western Balkan Explorer trip is a unique experience for those people who want to discover, enjoy and learn better those small different countries in language, religion and history, but very similar in habits, traditions, and hospitality.
Important Places to visit: Tirana, Kruje, Lezhe, Ulcinj, Budva, Kotor, Dubrovnik Mostar, Sarajevo, Zabljak, Merane, Gjakove, Kukes and Rubik.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Transportation with modern AC car/minibus/bus, etc., during all tour itinerary.
- Airport private transfers and all other transfers as per itinerary.
- Entry Fees
- Accommodation on standard double occupancy rooms in 3*/4* hotels (as indicated, or similar).
- Local representative at the airport.
- Local guide in Budva, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Mostar, Sarajevo, Podgorica
- English speaking guide during all tour itinerary.
- International airfare and airport taxes.
- Local city/tourist tax.
- Gratuities and individual daily expenses and porterage.
- Everything not mentioned in “Inclusions”.
- Travel insurance.
- Driver/guides tips.
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
Arrival - Tirane.
1 Stop
Lezha – Ulcinj - Bar
2 Stops
Budva (UNESCO) - Kotor (UNESCO).
2 Stops
Dubrovnik (UNESCO) - Medjugorje.
2 Stops
Blagaj - Mostar (UNESCO).
1 Stop
Mostar (UNESCO) - Sarajevo - Mostar.
2 Stops
Foca - Zabljak National Park.
2 Stops
Kolasin National Park - Podgorica.
2 Stops
Shkoder Lake - Tirane.
1 Stop
Departure
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Western Balkan Explorer Tour “Blue Route”?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-34296P21
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Breakfast.
- Transportation with modern AC car/minibus/bus, etc., during all tour itinerary.
- Airport private transfers and all other transfers as per itinerary.
- Entry Fees.
- Accommodation on standard double occupancy rooms in 3*/4* hotels (as indicated, or similar).
- Local representative at the airport.
- Local guide in Budva, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Mostar, Sarajevo, Podgorica.
- English speaking guide during all tour itinerary.
- International airfare and airport taxes.
- Local city/tourist tax.
- Gratuities and individual daily expenses and porterage.
- Everything not mentioned in “Inclusions”.
- Travel insurance.
- Driver/guides tips.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Western Balkan Explorer Tour “Blue Route” is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Western Balkan Explorer Tour “Blue Route” will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Breakfast
- Transportation with modern AC car/minibus/bus, etc., during all tour itinerary.
- Airport private transfers and all other transfers as per itinerary.
- Entry Fees
- Accommodation on standard double occupancy rooms in 3*/4* hotels (as indicated, or similar).
- Local representative at the airport.
- Local guide in Budva, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Mostar, Sarajevo, Podgorica
- English speaking guide during all tour itinerary.
- International airfare and airport taxes.
- Local city/tourist tax.
- Gratuities and individual daily expenses and porterage.
- Everything not mentioned in “Inclusions”.
- Travel insurance.
- Driver/guides tips.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
