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Classic Balkans: Zagreb to Sarajevo

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Trip Length

15 Days

Trip Starts

Zagreb

Trip Finishes

Sarajevo

Countries Explored: Croatia, Bosnia Herzegovina

Trip Operator

G Adventures

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Trip Style

Classic

Departures

Apr 2026 to Oct 2027

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Affordable

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Leisurely

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Fully Guided

Trip Code

ECZS

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 15 Day Classic Balkans: Zagreb to Sarajevo. Get ready for a 15-day adventure packed with the best of Croatia and Bosnia. Kick things off in Croatia’s vibrant capital, then head south through lively cities, breathtaking natural beauty, and historic monuments that’ll make your jaw drop. End your journey in Sarajevo, a charming city nestled in the Dinaric Alps, brimming with culture and history. From capital to capital and all the incredible stops in between, this trip has everything you need for an epic adventure — no fluff, just pure wonder.

Itinerary

Arrive at any time. After a welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on a orientation walk to get your bearings of the area and to see some of the street graffiti art on the way to an optional group dinner. Stay: Hotel Central Zagreb

Travel south from Zagreb to the stunning and iconic Plitvice Lakes National Park. Explore the park’s forests, crystal waters, and cascading falls with our CEO for incredible scenery, natural beauty and photo opportunities. Continue to the hotel in the evening, check in and relax before a delicious dinner. Stay: Big House Hotel Plitvička Jezera (B/D)

Depart the hotel after breakfast and drive to the coastal city of Zadar. Discover the city on a walking food tour with a local guide, exploring the historic city centre and important landmarks and culminating in a secluded garden for lunch and wine tasting. Continue to Krka National Park for a hike through the lush forest along the river to a series of spectacular waterfalls. Finish the day in the nearby city of Šibenik and enjoy a free evening. Stay: Hotel Jadran Šibenik (B/L)

Set off on a full-day excursion to explore the nearby islands of Prvic and Zlarin. Take the ferry first to Prvic and explore the old town and other parts of this small island with your CEO then hop on the next ferry to the nearby island of Zlarin. Populated since ancient times, Zlarin has many historical monuments worth exploring and and offers incredible views over the islands natural vistas towards the Adriatic Sea. Return to Šibenik in the afternoon and take a stroll through the old town with your CEO before enjoying the rest of the day and evening at leisure. Stay: Hotel Jadran Šibenik (B)

Travel south along the coast today to the port city of Split. Explore the city with your CEO on an orientation walk to see some of the main sights and landmarks then enjoy free time for lunch and to continue exploring on your own with the chance to visit the Diocletian's Palace and the Riva promenade. In the late afternoon continue by bus to the city of Makarska to check into the hotel and enjoy a free evening. Stay: Hotel Biokovo Makarska (B)

Enjoy a full free day to take advantage of the many optional activities available in and around Makarska. Perhaps take a ferry to the island of Brač to explore on your own, take a tuk tuk tour, go zip-lining in the nearby town of Tucepi or just relax on the local beach. Stay: Hotel Biokovo Makarska (B)

Set off from Makarska along the coast and make a stop at a small bay called Uvala Bistrina to learn all about the local oyster farming and to sample some fresh ones and with wine and lunch from local ingredients. Take some free time to wander the town of Ston and to walk along the massive and historic Ston City wall which rewards those who climb it incredible views of the town and the surrounding mountains. Continue driving in the afternoon to Croatia's capital city, Dubrovnik and spend the rest of the evening at leisure. Stay: Akademis Hotel Dubrovnik (B/L)

Discover Dubrovnik today on an orientation walk with your CEO through the old part of the city and seeing some of the city's most iconic buildings and landmarks. Make a stop at the G Adventures-supported Maritimo Recycling, where artists are creatively working to clean up the Adriatic Sea. Then, take the rest of the day to continue exploring on your own, take an optional kayak excursion or relax in one of the many cafés and watch the world go by. Regroup in the evening for an optional final dinner out on the town. Stay: Akademis Hotel Dubrovnik (B)

Trebinje boasts beautiful views of the river and the walled city, and offers various squares, mosques, and intricate archways. Stay: Hotel Integra

Today is all about local flavours, culture and long-standing traditions.. Explore the organic market to sample some options and learn of the local specialties before transferring to a women run apiary and see how they manage the hives. Continue to a farm that has specialized in cheese making for more than 5 generations. Visit the farm and share a delicious farm-to-table lunch with the family. Understanding the local culture is made easier by immersing yourself in the cuisine, and there is no better way than this. The rest of the day is free after returning to Trebinje in the aftenroon. Stay: Hotel Integra (B/L)

Head out of Trebinje in the morning by bus for a day of highlights. First, stop in Stolac to see the town centre then visit a UNESCO-listed site with ornamented necropolis tombstones to get a glimpse into how people lived in the Middle Ages. Continue to the spectacular Kravica waterfall and carry on to the lesser-visited Koćuša Waterfall to enjoy the scenery and have time for lunch. Later, travel to the town of Čitluk for the night and cap off the day with dinner at a winery, paired with their locally produced wines. Stay: Villa and Winecellar Ostojic (B/D)

Immerse yourself in history today by visiting the Pocitelj Ottoman stone town and art colony, taking a short hike to the Blagaj Fortress, and soaking in the natural beauty of the Dervish Monastery, built on cliffs by the water at the mouth of the Buna River. Later, continue to the city of Mostar and set off on a guided walking tour before spending the rest of the evening at leisure. Stay: Hotel Almira (B)

Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo today. Ascend the Mount Trebević for the best views of the city and visit the Abandoned Bobsled track which provides a glimpse into the city’s complex history. Explore the vibrant Sarajevo and be immersed in the local culinary scene on a history and food tour that will serve as a delicious dinner this evening and a great introduction to the city. Stay: Hotel Cosmopolit (B/D)

Take advantage of a free day to get the most out of the beautiful city of Sarajevo. Dive into the history and tragic past with countless museums and culturally significant monuments, take a graffiti art tour or just relax and sample local flavours at one of the many cafes. Stay: Hotel Cosmopolit (B)

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Trip Inclusions

Enjoy the stunning lakes and waterfalls at Plitvice and Krka National Parks.
Wander past historic churches and monuments in Split and Dubrovnik.
Visit a 5th generation women run apiary and local farm for farm-to-table dining experience.
See the spectacular Kravica and Koćuša Waterfalls.
Be immersed in Bosnia and Herzegovina's history in Mostar and Sarajevo.

Your G for Good Moment: Maritimo Recycling, Dubrovnik
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Zadar Walking Food Tour, Zadar
Your Foodie Moment: Oyster Farm Food and Wine Experience with Lunch, Uvala Bistrina
Your Foodie Moment: Trebinje Market Tour, Trebinje
Your Foodie Moment: Cheese Making Farm and Lunch, Trebinje
Your Foodie Moment: Apiary Visit, Trebinje
Your Foodie Moment: Sarajevo Food Tour, Sarajevo
Orientation walks in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik
Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park
Hike in Krka Lakes National Park
Full-day excursion to the islands of Prvic and Zlarin from Šibenik
Walk along the old city wall of Ston
Tvrdoš Monastery Visit and Wine Tasting
Orientation walk in Trebinje
Visit the town of Stolac and the necropolis tombstones
See Kravica and Koćuša Waterfalls
Dinner and wine pairing at a winery in Čitluk
Visit the Pocitelj Ottoman stone town
Hike to the Blagaj Fortress
Visit the Dervish Monastery
Guided walking tour of Mostar
Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations

Hotels (14 Nights)
It is important to note that accommodation in Europe tend to be quite different to other areas of the world you may have travelled in. Buildings and rooms are generally old and may not have been renovated or maintained to the highest standard. Downtown hotels in Europe were not built to be hotels but rich owners houses, which have been changed into hotels. Therefore unusual room sizes are common as large rooms have been partitioned in the past, resulting in rather "thin" walls. Reception areas, rooms and bathrooms tend to be very small as they were often added into an existing room, and may have a hand nozzle rather than a conventional shower head.
On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.
Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception.

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide

13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

Private vehicle, ferry, walking

Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Trip Style: Classic

Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.

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