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Balkans Coast Explorer

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9-Day Balkans Tour of Albania, Budva and Dubrovnik

Follow the Adriatic coastline from Tirana to Dubrovnik, where mountain peaks meet turquoise bays and ancient fortresses guard centuries of history. This 9-day adventure through Albania, Montenegro, and Croatia delivers a perfect mix of coastal charm, cultural depth, and timeless Mediterranean beauty. From the Ottoman heart of Berat to the Venetian walls of Dubrovnik — every stop is a postcard come to life

Travel & Accommodation

9 days, 3 country and 9 cities
8 accommodation

Meals

8 Breakfasts 1 Lunch 3 Dinners

Activity Level

9-Day Balkans Tour of Albania, Budva and Dubrovnik

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Day by day itinerary

Welcome to Tirana
Day 1
Welcome to Tirana
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Day 1: Welcome to Tirana

Arrive in Tirana, Albania’s colorful capital, and meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers. Enjoy an introduction to the city’s modern and historic highlights, including a stroll around Skanderbeg Square — the beating heart of Tirana.

Arrival/Meet: Airport transfers available at scheduled times.
Accommodation: Maritim Hotel Plaza Tirana
Included Meals: Dinner
Sights of Tirana
Day 2
Sights of Tirana
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Day 2: Sights of Tirana

Explore Tirana’s fascinating mix of Ottoman, Fascist, and Soviet-era architecture. Visit the striking Bunk’Art Museum, a vast Cold War bunker turned cultural space, and discover the stories behind Albania’s transformation. The afternoon is free to wander the lively cafés and street art-filled alleys.

Accommodation: Maritim Hotel Plaza Tirana
Included Meals: Breakfast
To Ottoman Berat and on to Vlorë
Day 3
To Ottoman Berat and on to Vlorë
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Day 3: To Ottoman Berat and on to Vlorë

Journey to Berat, one of Albania’s oldest and most picturesque towns, nicknamed the “City of a Thousand Windows.” Explore its ancient fortress and charming whitewashed houses before continuing to Vlorë on the Albanian Riviera, where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea.

Accommodation: Hotel Partner Vlorë
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore the Albanian Riviera
Day 4
Explore the Albanian Riviera
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Day 4: Explore the Albanian Riviera

Travel along the dramatic coastal road, stopping at Porto Palermo Castle overlooking the crystal-clear bay. Continue through charming seaside villages like Himarë, where rugged cliffs meet turquoise waters. Return to Vlorë for a relaxing evening by the coast.

Accommodation: Hotel Partner Vlorë
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
North to Montenegro
Day 5
North to Montenegro
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Day 5: North to Montenegro

Cross the border into Montenegro, taking in breathtaking coastal views along the way. Arrive in Budva, a lively resort town with a blend of medieval charm and modern energy. Enjoy an orientation walk through its old town, filled with cobblestone lanes and seaside views.

Accommodation: Avala Resort & Villas Budva
Included Meals: Breakfast
Discover Kotor and Budva
Day 6
Discover Kotor and Budva
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Day 6: Discover Kotor and Budva

Spend the day exploring Montenegro’s crown jewel — the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor. Visit the medieval town of Kotor, with its stone walls and winding streets, then cruise to the tiny island church of Our Lady of the Rocks near Perast. Return to Budva for a free evening to enjoy local seafood along the promenade.

Accommodation: Avala Resort & Villas Budva
Included Meals: Breakfast
Cross the Border to Croatia
Day 7
Cross the Border to Croatia
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Day 7: Cross the Border to Croatia

Say farewell to Montenegro and journey north into Croatia. Stop in Perast before continuing to Dubrovnik — the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” Tonight, take a leisurely walk through the Old Town and see the city walls glowing in the evening light.

Accommodation: Hotel Lapad Dubrovnik
Included Meals: Breakfast
Discover Dubrovnik
Day 8
Discover Dubrovnik
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Day 8: Discover Dubrovnik

Uncover the legendary beauty of Dubrovnik with a guided walking tour of its marble streets and fortifications. See the Rector’s Palace, Onofrio’s Fountain, and the old harbor. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure — perhaps take the cable car for panoramic views of the Adriatic.

Accommodation: Hotel Lapad Dubrovnik
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Farewell Dubrovnik
Day 9
Farewell Dubrovnik
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Day 9: Farewell Dubrovnik

Your journey through the Balkans comes to a close this morning. Bid farewell to your Travel Director and travel companions as you prepare for your onward flight or extended stay.

Departure/Meet: Airport transfers at 07:00 and 09:00.
Included Meals: Breakfast

About this trip

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Explore: Tirana, the Albanian Riviera, Kotor, and Dubrovnik
  • Visit: Bunk’Art Museum in Tirana, Porto Palermo Castle, and Our Lady of the Rocks in Perast
  • View: Skanderbeg Square in Tirana, Budva’s Old Town, Rector’s Palace and the City Walls in Dubrovnik

Travel Highlights

  • Airport transfers (see itinerary for specific details)
  • Expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked, trusted hotels
  • All porterage, hotel tips, charges, and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and selected evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing with audio headsets for flexible touring
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi (or alternative transport such as rail journeys)
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be used

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