Balkans Discovery | 2026 - From £975

Croatia (Hrvatska) Europe
OVERVIEW
There's so much to fit in with this 8-day adventure around 6 incredible Balkan countries. Take in the Dalmatian Coastline as we head to Montenegro, visit some iconic sights in Albania, check out the place where WWI began and explore the architecture in Belgrade.
EXPERIENCES
Belgrade: Ramble around the Serbian capital. It’s brimming with culture and history for you to soak up.

Mostar: See this epic piece of Ottoman architecture, which was destroyed by war in 1993 and then rebuilt.

Sarajevo: See the sights of the Bosnian capital and get up to speed on 500 years of history, from the Ottomans to the present day.

Tirana: Take an orientation around the rainbow-coloured Albanian capital with your Contiki gang. Familiarise yourself with the landmarks and best places to grab a coffee.

Tirana: Wanna dive into Albania’s past? Then you need visit Bunk’Art – a massive underground bunker turned museum. It was once built to protect leaders from nuclear attacks. And now it tells the story of Albania’s communist era with art, history (and even a few surprises!). Explore eerie tunnels, snap some pics, and experience a slice of Cold War history you won’t find anywhere else.
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23/05/2026 30/05/2026 £1,025 Book
06/06/2026 13/06/2026 £1,150 Book
20/06/2026 27/06/2026 £1,175 Book
04/07/2026 11/07/2026 £1,225 Book
18/07/2026 25/07/2026 £1,035 Book
01/08/2026 08/08/2026 £1,050 Book
15/08/2026 22/08/2026 £1,050 Book
29/08/2026 05/09/2026 £995 Book
12/09/2026 19/09/2026 £975 Book
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ITINERARY

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...

Time to wake up! Grab your breakfast and join us for a walking tour of Tirana, guided by a local guide. And the rest of the day is all yours to spend in this beautiful city, and one of the many museums will defo pique your interest!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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?
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: VH Premier AS Tirana Hotel (or similar) - Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: VH Eurostar Tirana Hotel (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: HA Hotel Mostar (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: Hotel Hollywood Sarajevo (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: Hotel Hollywood Sarajevo (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6: Moxy Belgrade Hotel (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
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