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From Istanbul to Zagreb
Experience one of the most comprehensive and inspiring journeys through Southeastern Europe and the Balkans. This 24-day Grand Balkans & Adriatic Tour connects 9 countries, dozens of UNESCO-listed sites, legendary battlefields, ancient civilizations, vibrant capitals, and breathtaking coastal scenery.
From the imperial wonders of Istanbul, the ancient cities of Ephesus and Troy, and the sacred monasteries of Meteora, to the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Coast, medieval towns like Dubrovnik and Mostar, and the green heart of Slovenia and Croatia, this tour is designed for travelers who want to see it all—comfortably, safely, and in depth.
Perfect for cultural explorers, history lovers, and long-haul travelers, this itinerary offers an exceptional balance of guided sightseeing, scenic drives, and free time.
Istanbul – Bursa – Kuşadası – Ephesus – Pergamon – Troy – Çanakkale – Gallipoli – Edirne – Plovdiv – Sofia – Rila – Sandanski – Melnik – Thessaloniki – Vergina – Thermopylae – Athens – Kalambaka – Ohrid – Tirana – Budva – Dubrovnik – Mostar – Sarajevo – Travnik – Bihać – Plitvice Lakes – Ljubljana – Zagreb
Welcome to Turkey! Meet your local representative at Istanbul Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Free time to relax or explore nearby streets.
Overnight in Istanbul
Discover the heart of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires:
Hagia Sophia
Blue Mosque
Topkapi Palace
Hippodrome
Grand Bazaar
A full immersion into one of the world’s greatest cities.
Overnight in Istanbul
Drive to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire.
Visit:
Green Mosque & Green Tomb
Historical Silk Market
Optional cable car ride to Uludağ Mountain for panoramic views.
Overnight in Bursa
Journey to the Aegean coast. Visit Şirince Village, famous for its stone houses, local wines, and traditional charm.
Overnight in Kuşadası
Explore one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world:
Library of Celsus
Great Theatre
Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders)
Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site.
Overnight in Kuşadası
Visit ancient Pergamon, then continue to legendary Troy, home of the Trojan Horse and Homer’s epic Iliad.
Overnight in Kuşadası
Tour the Gallipoli Peninsula, including:
ANZAC Cove
Lone Pine Memorial
Chunuk Bair
Continue to Edirne, former Ottoman capital.
Overnight in Edirne
Cross into Bulgaria and explore Plovdiv, one of Europe’s oldest cities:
Roman Amphitheatre
Old Town
Colorful Revival-era houses
Overnight in Plovdiv
Travel to Bulgaria’s capital, Sofia.
Visit:
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
St. Sofia Church
National Palace of Culture
Overnight in Sofia
Visit the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, Bulgaria’s spiritual heart.
Continue to the spa town of Sandanski.
Overnight in Sandanski
Explore Melnik, famous for wine and sandstone pyramids.
Cross into Greece and arrive in Thessaloniki.
Overnight in Thessaloniki
Visit:
Royal Tombs of Vergina (UNESCO)
Thermopylae, site of the legendary Spartan battle
Continue to Athens.
Overnight in Athens
Explore classical Athens:
Acropolis & Parthenon
Ancient Agora
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Syntagma Square
Overnight in Athens
Scenic drive to Kalambaka, gateway to Meteora.
Overnight in Kalambaka
Visit the awe-inspiring Meteora Monasteries, perched atop dramatic rock formations.
Continue to Ohrid, a UNESCO-listed lakeside town.
Overnight in Ohrid
Explore Ohrid’s old town, then travel to Tirana, Albania’s lively capital.
Continue to the Montenegrin coast and arrive in Budva.
Overnight in Budva
Explore Budva’s medieval old town, then travel to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic.”
Overnight in Dubrovnik
Walk the famous city walls and explore:
Old Town
Rector’s Palace
Stradun Street
Free afternoon at leisure.
Overnight in Dubrovnik
Visit Mostar and its iconic Stari Most Bridge.
Continue to Sarajevo, a city where East meets West.
Overnight in Sarajevo
Discover:
Baščaršija Bazaar
Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque
Latin Bridge
Sarajevo Tunnel Museum
Overnight in Sarajevo
Visit historic Travnik, then continue to Bihać, near the Una River.
Overnight in Bihać
Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park (UNESCO), famous for its waterfalls and turquoise lakes.
Continue to Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Overnight in Ljubljana
Discover Ljubljana’s highlights, then travel to Zagreb.
Enjoy a guided city tour:
Upper Town
St. Mark’s Church
Tkalčićeva Street
Overnight in Zagreb
After breakfast, transfer to the airport.
End of an extraordinary multi-country adventure.
✔ Carefully selected accommodations
✔ Professional English-speaking guides
✔ Daily breakfasts & selected meals
✔ All transportation & border crossings
✔ Entrance fees as per itinerary
✖ International & domestic flights
✖ Travel insurance
✖ Personal expenses & optional activities
✔ 9 countries in one seamless itinerary
✔ UNESCO World Heritage Sites & iconic landmarks
✔ Adriatic coast, Balkans & Aegean region combined
✔ Exceptional value for long-haul travelers
✔ Ideal for cultural explorers & history lovers
This is one of the most complete Balkans & Adriatic tours on the market.
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