Skopje, North Macedonia

Skopje - Welcome to the Balkans! The meeting point is Skopje Airport. Guests will be picked up from Skopje International Airport and transferred to their hotel.

Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Skopje. The city is full of charm, with Ottoman and Byzantine era attractions centered around the enchanting Old Town, bordered by the 15th-century Stone Bridge and Fortress Kale, which has been guarding Skopje since the 6th century.

Overnight stay in Skopje.

Canyon Matka, Macedonia

Matka Canyon - After breakfast, transfer to Canyon Matka. Begin at the 14th-century Monastery of Matka, dedicated to the Holy Mother of God. Stroll along the banks of the River Treska, renowned for its kayaking competitions, following the path past the Dam and Lake Matka. Visit the Monastery St. Andrew.

Next, board a small boat for a cruise along the canyon, enjoying the scenery and floral fragrances. Conclude with a visit to the “Vrelo” Cave, one of Europe’s deepest caves. Overnight stay in Skopje.

Pristina, Kosovo

Pristina - After breakfast, travel to Pristina for a city sightseeing tour.

Pristina, located 90 km from Skopje, is the cultural, economic, and administrative hub of Kosovo with a rich history. On a full-day tour of Pristina, explore archaeological sites, UNESCO-protected monuments, ancient Ottoman locations, narrow stone streets, and impressive tall buildings. The “New Born” monument is becoming a symbol of this new nation. Overnight stay in Pristina.

Budva, Montenegro

Budva - After breakfast, travel to Budva and Kotor for city sightseeing.

Budva is a town in Montenegro on the Adriatic Sea, part of the Budva Riviera, known for its sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife. The narrow streets of the medieval old town are surrounded by stone walls built by the Venetians. This historic area features a seaside citadel and religious sites like the Church of Santa Maria in Punta, established in the 9th century.

Kotor - The medieval old town of Kotor boasts several Romanesque churches, including Kotor Cathedral. It also houses the Maritime Museum, which delves into local seafaring history. Overnight stay in Budva.

Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik - After breakfast, travel to Dubrovnik. Enjoy a short stop and sightseeing in the city known for “Game of Thrones.” Historically known as Ragusa, Dubrovnik is a city in southern Dalmatia, Croatia, by the Adriatic Sea. It is a leading tourist destination in the Balkans, famous for its distinctive Old Town, encircled by massive stone walls completed in the 16th century.

Split - Travel to Split for a city sightseeing tour. As Croatia’s second-largest city, Split offers numerous attractions, especially the historic sites within the Palace of Diocletian, a World Heritage Site. Overnight stay in Split.

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Plitvice Lakes National Park - After breakfast, travel to Plitvice for sightseeing and exploring the stunning natural beauty. Plitvice Lakes is the oldest and largest national park in Croatia. Its exceptional natural beauty has always drawn nature enthusiasts, leading to its designation as Croatia’s first national park on April 8, 1949.

Zagreb - Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Zagreb. As Croatia’s northwestern capital, Zagreb is noted for its 18th- and 19th-century Austro-Hungarian architecture. In the center, Upper Town features the Gothic, twin-spired Zagreb Cathedral and the 13th-century St. Mark’s Church, with its colorful tiled roof. Nearby, pedestrian-friendly Tkalčićeva Street is lined with outdoor cafes. Lower Town includes the main square, Ban Jelačić, along with shops, museums, and parks. Overnight stay in Zagreb.

Ljubljana, Slovenia

Ljubljana - After breakfast, travel to Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Ljubljana. As the green capital of a green country, the area on either side of the river, with its picturesque bridges and central market, owes its unique appearance to the renowned architect Jože Plečnik. The city, known for its numerous events, is surrounded by parks and protected natural areas.

Overnight stay in Ljubljana.

Ljubljana Airport

Business Lounge Ljubljana Airport - After breakfast, transfer to Ljubljana Airport for departure. End of service.

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Situated in Skopje, Macedonia, Balkan Explore is a tourism agency that specialises in orchestrating tours around the Balkans. Always keen to develop our extensive array of services, we persistently introduce new and thrilling tours. The seeds of Balkan Explore were planted in 2009 by two seasoned Macedonian tourism experts and it has bloomed into a valued guide, assisting scores of individuals in making the most of their journeys. We commit to endorsing the Balkans and Macedonia as appealing travel hotspots and strive to provide every traveler an unsurpassable experience. Unlike other agencies where you’d have to interact with different individuals during the booking procedure, Balkan Explore assigns one travel specialist throughout your journey, from your initial contact until your safe return home. We put great emphasis on swift and friendly client service, along with ensuring the finest hotels, visitor interests, and entertainment.

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