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Essential Southern Balkans

Trip Type: 18 to 35s

9 Days
| 1 - 16 People

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NZD $2,130.00 /Person
On this nine-day journey, say hello to the Southern Balkans. Steeped in medieval history, overflowing with colourful towns and blessed with a glistening coastline, …
Essential Southern Balkans

On this nine-day journey, say hello to the Southern Balkans. Steeped in medieval history, overflowing with colourful towns and blessed with a glistening coastline, this area has so much to see and do. From Dubrovnik, you’ll head to bucket list location Corfu – a Greek island where battle zones, beaches, bunkers and bars are all rolled together. Discover Ulcinj and its medieval delights, explore the political history of Albania’s capital Tirana, lay beachside on the Albanian Riviera and try the local coffee in Gjirokaster with your new mates. Is this a whirlwind adventure or a slice of paradise?

Itinerary

Day 1: Dubrovnik

Day 2: Dubrovnik / Kotor / Ulcinj

Day 3: Tirana

Day 4: Tirana

Day 5: Himare

Day 6: Himare

Day 7: Gjirokaster

Day 8: Corfu

Day 9: Corfu

Trip Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts and 0 dinners are included

Transport

Private vehicle, Ferry, Bus

Accomodation

Hotel (4 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Hostel (1 night)

Included Activities

  • Tirana - Bunk'Art Bunker Exhibition Visit
  • Himare - Local Boat Tour
  • Gjirokaster - Zekate Tower House
  • Gjirokaster - Local Guide
  • Gjirokaster - Turkish Coffee 'on the Stone'
  • Gjirokaster - Gjirokaster Fortress
Trip Highlights
  • Visit the seldom-visited Gjirokaster in Albania and get your caffeine fix with a taste of the local Turkish coffee made ‘on the stone’ with a local guide.
  • Head to the Albanian Riviera and float in the sparkling waters of Himare’s hidden coves. Go on a speed boat tour to Pirate’s Cave and take refreshing swims in the coastal waters. Then, kick back in Corfu – one of Greece’s famed islands.
  • Discover the walled cities of Kotor and the coastal town of Ulcinj, teeming with history from a bygone era. With a local leader who knows all the hotspots and heaps of free time to wander on your own, you’re bound to find all the best bits!
  • Descend into one of the world’s most peculiar contemporary art museums in Tirana – housed in an underground bunker built for the Albanian political elite.
  • Walk the walls of the Old City of medieval Dubrovnik and spot the film locations that have been used in worldwide blockbusters (if you loved Game of Thrones, this place might look a little familiar).
Dates & Availability

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

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Destination Details

Albania
| 9 Days
| 1 - 16 People