13-Day Balkan Experience (Reverse Tour) – From Slovenia to Serbia

After breakfast, depart for Lake Bled — Slovenia’s fairytale jewel. Visit the iconic Bled Castle and enjoy a Pletna boat ride to the island, where you can ring the wishing bell inside St. Mary’s Church.
Return to Ljubljana for a walking tour of the Old Town. Stroll through Prešeren Square, cross the Triple Bridge, and admire Dragon Bridge and Ljubljana Cathedral. The city’s Baroque elegance and café culture create a perfect European atmosphere.

After breakfast, check out and head toward Croatia. En route, stop at Postojna Cave for a guided underground adventure through vast chambers and fascinating formations. Just nearby, visit the cliffside Predjama Castle — one of Europe’s most dramatic medieval fortresses.
Continue to Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, for a city tour including Ban Jelačić Square, Zagreb Cathedral, and the Upper Town. Check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

After breakfast, travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia’s most spectacular natural wonder. Enjoy a 4-hour guided tour through this UNESCO-listed wonder, where turquoise lakes, wooden boardwalks, and cascading waterfalls create one of Europe’s most enchanting landscapes.
Later, continue to Zadar, where you’ll enjoy a short city walk featuring the Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun — two of Croatia’s most unique coastal attractions.

After breakfast, drive along the Adriatic coast to Split. Explore Diocletian’s Palace, a living Roman monument full of ancient history and vibrant life. Continue to Šibenik to visit the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of St. James.
In the afternoon, travel along the Makarska Riviera to Dubrovnik. Check into your hotel and enjoy an evening stroll through the Old Town.

Begin your day with a guided tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, walking along Stradun and admiring landmarks such as Rector’s Palace and the City Walls. Later, depart for Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, with a scenic stop at Perast for a boat trip to Our Lady of the Rocks.
Arrive in Kotor for an evening at leisure surrounded by the stunning Adriatic landscape.

After breakfast and check-out, cross into Bosnia. Visit Trebinje and its historic Arslanagića Bridge before heading to Počitelj — a preserved Ottoman fortress town. Continue to Mostar to see the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge) and explore the charming bazaar.
End the day in Konjic, famous for its scenic Old Bridge spanning the Neretva River. Overnight stay nearby.

Travel to Sarajevo and explore its Old Town — Baščaršija, Latin Bridge, and the Gazi Husrev-bey Mosque. Later, venture into the mountains to visit Lukomir, Bosnia’s highest traditional village, where you’ll experience authentic rural life.

After breakfast, visit the Tunnel of Hope, a moving memorial from the Siege of Sarajevo. Continue to Mount Igman and Bjelašnica — both known for their Olympic heritage and panoramic mountain views.

Depart Sarajevo for Višegrad, visiting the iconic bridge over the Drina River and Andrićgrad, inspired by Nobel laureate Ivo Andrić. Continue to the mountain town of Zlatibor, Serbia, for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, explore Drvengrad (Küstendorf), the charming wooden village created by Emir Kusturica. Then, enjoy a scenic ride on the historic Šargan Eight Railway through lush mountains and tunnels. Visit Tara National Park before heading toward Belgrade.

After breakfast, begin your full-day exploration of Belgrade, a city where ancient heritage and modern life intertwine beautifully.
Start in the charming riverside district of Zemun, known for its cobblestone streets, elegant Austro-Hungarian architecture, and warm café culture. Continue to Kalemegdan Park and the historic Belgrade Fortress, offering sweeping views over the confluence of the Sava and Danube Rivers — a site that has witnessed centuries of Balkan history.
Next, visit the majestic Saint Sava Temple, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world, admired for its grand design and spiritual significance.
In the afternoon, drive to Avala Mountain to ascend the Avala Tower, where panoramic views of Belgrade and the surrounding landscapes create a memorable perspective of Serbia’s capital.
Conclude your day with a panoramic city tour, passing key landmarks such as Republic Square, the National Assembly, and New Belgrade’s modern architecture, showcasing the dynamic spirit and evolution of this remarkable city.

Enjoy your final breakfast in Belgrade as you reflect on the unforgettable moments, cultural encounters, and breathtaking landscapes that shaped your Balkan journey. After check-out, a private transfer will take you to the airport or your next destination.
As you bid farewell to the Balkans, carry with you the warmth of its people, the flavours of its cuisine, and the stories etched into every city, lake, and mountain you explored. Until we meet again — safe travels, and may the spirit of the Balkans stay with you wherever you go.