Balkans Discovery

Good morning, travellers! Hope you're ready for an exciting ride across the beautiful Balkans. Today, you'll exchange hellos with your Trip Manager (and your new crew too!). With no time to waste, we'll head straight to our first stop.

We'll stop by Montenegro's seaside beauty of Budva. You have the option to grab some lunch at a sea-view restaurant, or spend some time on the beach, before we head to our next stop.

Welcome to the capital city of Albania. This hidden gem has a lot to offer, and we've got the entirety of tomorrow to see it all. Join us for an included dinner tonight before heading back to our hotel to get some sleep as our adventure begins... (D)Stay: VH Premier AS Tirana Hotel (or similar)

Time to wake up! Show-stopping views (and a hearty breakfast) await us. We'll begin the day with a walking tour, guided by your Trip Manager. And then, for scenic birds-eye views of the lush green landscape of Albania, we'll hop onto a cable car! Afterwards, you can chill with your crew in the city, and grab some dinner too. (B)

Tirana, you've been great. But we've got another awe-inspiring destination waiting for us. Hello Mostar! We're officially in Bosnia & Herzegovina, ready to bask in all of its historical glory. Beautiful rivers, iconic bridges, brick-red roofs - it's gonna be a treat.

Tonight, we'll stroll around the picturesque streets to grab some authentic dinner. Spend the night chilling with your crew and getting some well-deserved rest. (B) Stay: A conveniently located Hotel

Ready? This morning, we're visiting the legendary Mostar Bridge that arches right over the silent blue river. (And it makes for a perfect backdrop for your Insta photo dump!) The historical streets of Sarajevo have a story or two to tell. And we'll be listening to them all tomorrow.

Tonight, you have the option to taste home-made Bosnian cuisine, learn what living like a local is like (plus support their families in turn). A truly wholesome experience! (B)Stay: Hotel Hollywood Sarajevo (or similar)

The only way to uncover the town of Sarajevo is with the wisdom shared on a guided walking tour. We'll help you tap into history & understand the magnitude of our destination. And then to lighten the mood, we'll head to a local tavern for a delicious dinner and gags with friends. (B/D)

Rise up, roamers! We're departing for the town of Belgrade to continue our epic frolic through the Balkans. Another border crossing is on the agenda as we wave our way into Serbia en route to Belgrade. Medieval meets modern in this bustling, pure white city. Zen folk can go sit on the Hill of Contemplation or stroll along the Sava river, others can see the fortress of Beogradska Tvrđava & enjoy the lively mood of Belgrade by night. (B) Stay: Kopernikus Hotel Prag Belgrade (or similar)

Leaving Belgrade behind, today we're onto beautiful Budapest. Fast becoming one of the hottest destinations in Europe, Budapest is on our beeline. You'll have the option to take a cruise and make the most of your evening.

Later, you'll no doubt want to keep things moving at one of the city's famous ruins bars, that need to be seen to be believed! (B) Stay: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)

That's a wrap! Our love affair with the Balkans has sadly come to an end! But perhaps we can get the squad back together for a reunion trip? (B)