10 Days | Historical charm mixed with pulsating atmospheres. Welcome to the western Balkans.





Veer off the usual Balkan route and discover some of the region’s lesser-visited places on this historical adventure. Starting in cosmopolitan Budapest, travel to the Serbian capital of Belgrade for a taste of a European city on the up. Learn about Bosnia and Herzegovina’s war years in Sarajevo, stop by the famed Old Bridge of Mostar, discover the beachside gem of Budva and wind things up in Dubrovnik, one of Europe's hottest hangouts. Melding the past with the present, the historic with the euphoric, this trip ticks all the boxes with plenty of free time, plenty of history to learn and plenty of places to head out and party.
Trip overview

- Start
- Budapest, Hungary
- Finish
- Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Theme
- 18 to 29s
- Destinations
- Montenegro, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 18 - Max 29
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- ZMYB
Tick off all the popular spots and enjoy unique local experiences
Affordable trips with the freedom to choose how you spend your time
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- Enjoy plenty of free time with your group to discover the communist past and modern progressive vibe of Budapest: the 'Pearl of the Danube'.
- Immerse yourself in the edgy street scene of Belgrade's Bohemian Quarter, then dance the night away in one of Europe’s nightlife hotspots.
- Learn about the dark history and rebuilding of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Sarajevo, with a walk up to the White Fortress overlooking the city.
- Cover a lot of ground in Montenegro, meeting up with the Adriatic coast in beautiful Budva along sandy beaches and shimmering waters.
- Visit Mostar’s famous Old Bridge and witness a traditional bridge jumper hurl themselves into the icy waters below.
- Summer temperatures can be extreme in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season. Please note that only some of our hotels will have air-conditioning and it’s virtually non-existent on public transport.
- The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations. It’s better for the environment and you’ll get an authentic look at daily life; just be aware you may find yourself sharing a busy bus ride with local commuters.
- The cobblestone streets, narrow steps and tiny bridges of Europe are very romantic. They’re also another good reason to pack light and leave the wheeled suitcase at home.
Itinerary
Inclusions
7 breakfasts
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Metro, Taxi
Hostel (5 nights), Pension (4 nights)
- Belgrade - Rakija Tasting with Locals
- Sarajevo - Hike to Yellow Bastion & White Fortress Viewpoints
- Mostar - Stari Most
- Budapest - Parliament Tour - HUF10000
- Budapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from) - HUF9400
- Budapest - Hungarian State Opera House Tour - HUF7000
- Budapest - Transport and Entry to Statue Park - HUF5000
- Budapest - House of Terror - HUF4000
- Budapest - Hungarian National Museum - HUF2900
- Budapest - Great Synagogue - HUF9000
- Budapest - Central Market - Free
- Belgrade - Nikola Tesla Museum - RSD500
- Belgrade - Ethnographic Museum - RSD300
- Belgrade - Military Museum - RSD350
- Belgrade - Danube River Cruise - RSD500
- Belgrade - City Tour with Local Guide - EUR60
- Belgrade - Sveti Sava Church - Free
- Belgrade - Tito’s Mausoleum (House of Flowers) - RSD400
- Sarajevo - Jewish Museum - BAM3
- Sarajevo - City Tour with Local Guide - BAM90
- Sarajevo - Times of Misfortune Tour & Tunnel Museum - BAM60
- Sarajevo - Ilidza Park and Springs - BAM15
- Sarajevo - National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - BAM8
- Sarajevo - Svrzo's House - BAM3
- Sarajevo - Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque - BAM3
- Sarajevo - City Hall & Old National Library - BAM10
- Sarajevo - Sarajevo Museum - BAM10
- Sarajevo - Despica House - BAM3
- Sarajevo - Brusa Bezistan - BAM3
- Sarajevo - Cable Car - BAM20
- Mostar - War Photo Exhibition - BAM6
- Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret - BAM15
- Mostar - Old Bridge Museum - BAM10
- Kotor - Cruise on Kotor Fjord - EUR40
- Kotor - Fortress - EUR3
- Budva - Bus Ride to Kotor - EUR6
- Budva - Boat Trip to Island of St. Nicholas - EUR3
- Budva - Mogren Beach - Free
- Budva - SUP Board Rental (per hour) - EUR15
- Budva - Sea Kayak Rental (half day) - EUR20
- Budva - Snorkelling Equipment Hire - EUR10
- Dubrovnik - Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence - EUR4
- Dubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery - EUR4
- Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace - EUR13
- Dubrovnik - City Walls Walk HRK - HRK150
- Dubrovnik - Church of St. Blaise - Free
- Dubrovnik - Hike up Mt Srd - Free
- Dubrovnik - Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure - EUR69
- Dubrovnik - Mt Srd Cable Car - EUR27
- Dubrovnik - Lokrum Island Boat Trip - EUR27
- Dubrovnik - City Walls Walk - EUR35
- Dubrovnik - 3 Islands Boat Tour - EUR55
- Dubrovnik - Sunset Sailing - EUR64
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is not available on this trip.
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