Balkans Escape
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
BBBDMA20-238
Start City:
Budapest
End City:
Dubrovnik
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
Budget
Tour Length:
8 days
Age Requirement:
18 - 35
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Saturday, May 17, 2025 | Saturday, May 24, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, May 31, 2025 | Saturday, Jun 07, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
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From Budapest to Dubrovnik, there's so much to explore with this 8-day adventure around the Balkans. With some of the hottest 'it' destinations on the clock, these drool worthy spots might have names that are hard to pronounce, but we promise, they'll be hard to forget too! Eat, sleep, explore, repeat is the name of the game on this incredible snippet of these Balkan faves.
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Day 1
BudapestGood evening, 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!). To celebrate, we’ll feast on a delicious welcome dinner and watch the sun set over this historical city.Accommodation: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Dinner -
Day 2
Budapest > LjubljanaThis morning we'll set out along the cobbled streets of Budapest for a guided walking tour to explore what this city has on offer. You'll see St Stephen's Basilica, as well as the famed chain bridge & the stunning parliament building. And then we’ll hop onto the coach to our next stop. After a morning full of awesome ancient architecture, we'll be ready to arrive in Ljubljana. Tonight, you can choose to join a traditional Slovenian evening. We're talking: a traditional dancing show paired with a spread of authentic dishes. A feast for your mind and tastebuds alike!Accommodation: Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 3
Ljubljana > Lake Bled > Radovljica > LjubljanaLjubljana, thank you for the perfect dose of Balkan tradition. But we’ll be back in a while. Because today, something even more exciting is on the agenda. You've probably seen pictures of Lake Bled, but nothing will prepare you for the real thing. With its fairytale medieval castle reaching out of an islet, surrounded by the towering peaks of the Julian Alps and the turquoise waters of the lake itself, it really is like something out of a Disney movie. Satisfied your soul soaking in all that natural beauty? Now satisfy your hungry tummies with some lunch at this quaint Medieval town. It’s been a long but pleasing day. Tonight, we’ll stroll around town and grab some dinner on the way. And with a satisfied smile on our faces, the day has come to an end.Accommodation: Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 4
Ljubljana > Plitvice National ParkNext up is something altogether drop dead gorgeous....A strong introduction to Croatia is on the cards today with cascading teal forest pools at Plitvice Lakes. Why this place is not famous world over as one of the prettiest places in Europe, we have no idea.Accommodation: Hotel Big House Plitvika Jezera (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 5
Plitvice National Park > SplitMorning, explorers! Fill up on your included breakfast. It’s time to hit the road again…Welcome to the sea-side heaven of Split. With the oh-so-inviting aquamarine waters on our side, we’ll check into our stay. You’ve got some time to explore this beautiful city. And then, you can choose to join us for some dinner at a traditional Dalmatian tavern.Accommodation: Hotel Split Inn (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 6
Split > DubrovnikSplit it's been fantastic, but we have to leave for other Croatian gems further down the coast. The drive along the Dalmatian coastline to Dubrovnik is a sightseeing must do all on its own. On arrival in the city you'll be greeted by limestone walls; an Old Town filled with quintessentially Croatian cafes and plenty of clubs; and a mountain meets sea situation will see you falling in love within seconds. Tonight over dinner with the crew, spirits will no doubt be high and the show's not over yet!Accommodation: Hotel Petka Dubrovnik (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 7
DubrovnikThe city of Dubrovnik is so much more than just a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Game of Thrones location - not that either of those claims to fame are even mildly mediocre. After you've been guided around the city with intricate detail with our local guide you'll be armed with the knowledge to pick out a waterside rock bar where you can swim and indulge 'til your heart's content.Accommodation: Hotel Petka Dubrovnik (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 8
DubrovnikThat'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?
Meals: Breakfast
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Dining Summary
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Budapest: An expert walking tour that’ll take you past the Royal Palace, Chain Bridge and Fisherman’s Bastion.
- Lake Bled: Take it easy with your new besties as you walk around the scenic lake, framed by the Julian Alps.
- Plitvice Lakes National Park: Turquoise lakes. Sparkling waterfalls. Lush green forests. You’ll never want to leave this little slice of heaven.
- Dubrovnik: Stroll through the UNESCO-listed old town with a local guide. And play a game of ‘spot the Game of Thrones film set’ as you go.
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We were lucky that the group of people with were good, but it was a large group tour and did have some of the downfalls of a trip of that nature, like frequent breaks for the bathroom, difficulty when eating out together, and getting things on and off the coach. The trip was still great and a good value for the money.
It was a good value and the experiences included were worth it. The only part that wasn't the best were the accommodations as it was hit and miss. Half of the hotels on the trip were okay, and the other half were really nice.
I had an amazing trip!
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