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Dubrovnik to Athens

Trip Type: Explorer

15 Days
| 1 - 12 People

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NZD $6,255.00 /Person
Join a 15-day adventure that combines the highlights of the Balkans and the less-travelled destinations of North Macedonia and Albania, creating the perfect balance …
Dubrovnik to Athens

Join a 15-day adventure that combines the highlights of the Balkans and the less-travelled destinations of North Macedonia and Albania, creating the perfect balance between must-see spots and off-the-beaten-track experiences. Hang out in Dubrovnik's Old Town, cruise around Lake Ohrid, go on hikes in Pelister National Park and the foothills of Mt Olympus and sample regional delicacies in Athens. With a curated selection of inclusions, plenty of free time to tailor your adventure and an expert local leader to give you all the best recommendations, this slice of Europe is all yours to explore.

Itinerary

Day 1: Dubrovnik

Day 2: Kotor

Day 3: Tirana

Day 4: Kruja / Tirana

Day 5: Berat

Day 6: Lake Ohrid

Day 7: Lake Ohrid

Day 8: Skopje

Day 9: Matka Canyon / Skopje

Day 10: Bitola

Day 11: Kastoria

Day 12: Litochoro

Day 13: Mt Olympus National Park / Litochoro

Day 14: Athens

Day 15: Athens

Trip Inclusions

Meals

14 breakfasts and 0 dinners are included

Transport

Public bus, Private vehicle, Taxi, Boat, Train

Accomodation

Hotel (10 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights), Hostel with ensuite facilities (1 night)

Included Activities

  • Shkoder - Rozafa Castle
  • Kruja - Day Trip
  • Kruja - Skanderbeg Museum
  • Kruja - Fortress Visit
  • Berat - Walking tour with a local guide
  • Berat - Castle Visit
  • Ohrid - Lake Ohrid Boat Cruise
  • Skopje - Matka Canyon visit and Boat Ride
  • Dihovo - Beekeeper farm visit and lunch
  • Heraclea Lynestis Archeological Site visit
  • Mt Olympus National Park - Orlias Waterfall Hike
Trip Highlights
  • Admire the UNESCO World Heritage-listed architecture of Dubrovnik and Montenegro’s Kotor, then opt to take a cruise on the Kotor Fjord – the longest fjord south of Scandinavia!
  • Lose yourself in Tirana, Albania's colourful capital, and partake in the locals' favourite pastime – drinking coffee and people-watching.
  • Sail across Lake Ohrid – one of Europe's oldest lakes. Plus, go on a guided walking tour of Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site dotted with prehistoric dwellings and the ruins of an early Christian church.
  • Hike the slopes of Mt Olympus, the mythological home of the Olympians (the 12 main Greek gods), maybe going for a dip in a waterfall and visiting the St Dionysios Monastery along the way.
  • Taste authentic regional dishes, including a lunch with a local family in the city of Bitola in North Macedonia. Your local leader will be ready with recommendations for the best restaurants to try at each location.
Dates & Availability

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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: ZMSM
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Dubrovnik, Croatia
Trip Ends: Athens, Greece
Countries Visited: Albania

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Destination Details

Albania
| 15 Days
| 1 - 12 People