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Gems of the Balkans
Operated by Globus
Tripcode: RI
Overview
Destination:
Albania,
Croatia,
Duration:7 days
Type:Group tour (max 44)
Travel Period
May 2026 - September 2026
7 days from Tirana to Dubrovnik
Time travel on this 7-day escorted tour of the beautiful Balkans from Tirana to Dubrovnik and discover how the past stands still and the future is in full play. From the seemingly unchanged villages and natural landscapes to the languid lakes and legendary seascapes of Albania and Croatia, you’ll find the vibrant life of artisans, ancient architecture, and fortresses that hold the secrets of wars past, and freedom won. Capture the beauty of the Balkans on the pink-paved streets and markets mixed with the Byzantine and Venetian architecture of Kotor, Montenegro; the legends of sea stories in Perast; and the massive fortress walls of Dubrovnik. A gem of a vacation in the Balkans that’s worth its weight in gold.PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Dubrovnik so you can plan your day your way.
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour: • Guided walking tour in Tirana includes a visit to Bunk’Art• Guided boat trip on Lake Skadar• Guided sightseeing in Cetinje with visit to King Nicola’s Museum. • [LF] Boat ride to visit “Our Lady of the Rocks” Church, located on an island• Guided sightseeing in Kotor• Visit to Budva with dinner at a local restaurant• Guided walking tour in Dubrovnik• Globus Choice excursions in Dubrovnik − included in your tour with your choice of a self-guided visit on the city walls or a ride up Mount Srd on the Dubrovnik Cable car• Orientation walk in Cavtat and dinner at a local restaurant
Time travel on this 7-day escorted tour of the beautiful Balkans from Tirana to Dubrovnik and discover how the past stands still and the future is in full play. From the seemingly unchanged villages and natural landscapes to the languid lakes and legendary seascapes of Albania and Croatia, you’ll find the vibrant life of artisans, ancient architecture, and fortresses that hold the secrets of wars past, and freedom won. Capture the beauty of the Balkans on the pink-paved streets and markets mixed with the Byzantine and Venetian architecture of Kotor, Montenegro; the legends of sea stories in Perast; and the massive fortress walls of Dubrovnik. A gem of a vacation in the Balkans that’s worth its weight in gold.PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Dubrovnik so you can plan your day your way.
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour: • Guided walking tour in Tirana includes a visit to Bunk’Art• Guided boat trip on Lake Skadar• Guided sightseeing in Cetinje with visit to King Nicola’s Museum. • [LF] Boat ride to visit “Our Lady of the Rocks” Church, located on an island• Guided sightseeing in Kotor• Visit to Budva with dinner at a local restaurant• Guided walking tour in Dubrovnik• Globus Choice excursions in Dubrovnik − included in your tour with your choice of a self-guided visit on the city walls or a ride up Mount Srd on the Dubrovnik Cable car• Orientation walk in Cavtat and dinner at a local restaurant
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Itinerary
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Collapse allARRIVE IN TIRANA, ALBANIA
Welcome to Tirana!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
TIRANA
Art Covers Rock
Your adventure starts this morning in Tirana, Albania’s capital city and allegedly one of the sunniest cities in Europe! Join your Local Guide for a walking tour to discover its intriguing culture and history. See many of the main landmarks and visit the Bunk’Art Museum, once a top-secret nuclear bunker, now a historical and art center. Spend an afternoon and evening at leisure exploring more. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARCHITECTURE The architecture of this city has aspects of all periods of time. From the Tirana mosaic (Ancient Roman) to the Clock Tower (Kulla e Sahatit), a symbol of ottoman architecture, Italian buildings, and the style of construction during the dictatorship tell a vibrant story of this city. Visit the site of Bunk’Art. Once serving as the fallout shelter of communist dictator Enver Hoxha, this sprawling stone bunker is now a history museum and contemporary art gallery.
Your adventure starts this morning in Tirana, Albania’s capital city and allegedly one of the sunniest cities in Europe! Join your Local Guide for a walking tour to discover its intriguing culture and history. See many of the main landmarks and visit the Bunk’Art Museum, once a top-secret nuclear bunker, now a historical and art center. Spend an afternoon and evening at leisure exploring more. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARCHITECTURE The architecture of this city has aspects of all periods of time. From the Tirana mosaic (Ancient Roman) to the Clock Tower (Kulla e Sahatit), a symbol of ottoman architecture, Italian buildings, and the style of construction during the dictatorship tell a vibrant story of this city. Visit the site of Bunk’Art. Once serving as the fallout shelter of communist dictator Enver Hoxha, this sprawling stone bunker is now a history museum and contemporary art gallery.
TIRANA–VIRPAZAR, MONTENEGRO–BUDVA
A Shore Thing
Cross the border into Montenegro on your way to Virpazar a small town located on the banks of Lake Skadar, one of the largest bird reserves in Europe. Relax and admire the beauty of the flora and fauna of the lake during your guided boat trip. Continue to Budva a well-preserved medieval town that doubles as a stunning coastal resort town. Enjoy free time this evening to get acquainted with Budva, why not try some local specialties for dinner? (B) 137 mi / 220 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Skadar lake is the largest lake in the Balkans, surrounded by karst mountains and rocky shores. When it formed millions of years ago it was just a bay off the Adriatic. However, with erosion and changes to the landscape, the former bay transformed into a lake which offers a variety of wildlife and different habitats.
Cross the border into Montenegro on your way to Virpazar a small town located on the banks of Lake Skadar, one of the largest bird reserves in Europe. Relax and admire the beauty of the flora and fauna of the lake during your guided boat trip. Continue to Budva a well-preserved medieval town that doubles as a stunning coastal resort town. Enjoy free time this evening to get acquainted with Budva, why not try some local specialties for dinner? (B) 137 mi / 220 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Skadar lake is the largest lake in the Balkans, surrounded by karst mountains and rocky shores. When it formed millions of years ago it was just a bay off the Adriatic. However, with erosion and changes to the landscape, the former bay transformed into a lake which offers a variety of wildlife and different habitats.
BUDVA EXCURSION TO CETINJE
Former Capitals & Royal heritage
Depart for a half-day’s excursion to visit one of Montenegro’s most interesting towns, Cetinje, known as the former royal capital. Follow your Local Guide on a sightseeing tour to see the town’s main highlights with a visit to King Nicola’s Museum. Enjoy some free time for lunch before getting back to Budva for some free time in this pearl on the Adriatic Sea, and a delicious dinner in a local restaurant. (B,D) 40 mi / 65 km TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Step into Montenegro’s royal past at King Nicola’s Museum, the former palace of the country’s last monarch. Inside, you’ll discover an impressive collection of treasures—from elegant furniture and historic weapons to gifts from European courts and personal belongings of the royal family. This fascinating museum offers a unique glimpse into Montenegro’s regal heritage and its place in European history.
Depart for a half-day’s excursion to visit one of Montenegro’s most interesting towns, Cetinje, known as the former royal capital. Follow your Local Guide on a sightseeing tour to see the town’s main highlights with a visit to King Nicola’s Museum. Enjoy some free time for lunch before getting back to Budva for some free time in this pearl on the Adriatic Sea, and a delicious dinner in a local restaurant. (B,D) 40 mi / 65 km TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Step into Montenegro’s royal past at King Nicola’s Museum, the former palace of the country’s last monarch. Inside, you’ll discover an impressive collection of treasures—from elegant furniture and historic weapons to gifts from European courts and personal belongings of the royal family. This fascinating museum offers a unique glimpse into Montenegro’s regal heritage and its place in European history.
BUDVA–KOTOR–PERAST–DUBROVNIK, CROATIA
Jewels of the Mediterranean
Set off for picture-perfect Kotor, a coastal town located on Europe’s southernmost fjord. Join your Local Guide to explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its cobblestone streets and charming squares before continuing to Perast. [LF] Take a short boat ride from the picturesque town of Perast to the island “Our Lady of the Rocks.” Your Local Guide will share with you the intriguing stories of swashbuckling pirates and unrequited love that linger in its history. Continue to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” for an evening at leisure to start getting acquainted with this breathtaking city, embraced by its remarkable UNESCO-listed city walls and the font of inspiration for many artists. (B) 71 mi / 115kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGEND & FAITH The legend has it that on a summery evening in July 1452, two fishermen discovered an image of the Virgin Mary on the sea- cliff. They brought it home with them but the following morning it was gone and appeared back on the same sea- cliff. The same thing happened over and over so they understood this as a Virgin's wish to stay there forever so they build a church. A small island was then made by people from Perast who were throwing rocks and stones around the cliff.
Set off for picture-perfect Kotor, a coastal town located on Europe’s southernmost fjord. Join your Local Guide to explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its cobblestone streets and charming squares before continuing to Perast. [LF] Take a short boat ride from the picturesque town of Perast to the island “Our Lady of the Rocks.” Your Local Guide will share with you the intriguing stories of swashbuckling pirates and unrequited love that linger in its history. Continue to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” for an evening at leisure to start getting acquainted with this breathtaking city, embraced by its remarkable UNESCO-listed city walls and the font of inspiration for many artists. (B) 71 mi / 115kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGEND & FAITH The legend has it that on a summery evening in July 1452, two fishermen discovered an image of the Virgin Mary on the sea- cliff. They brought it home with them but the following morning it was gone and appeared back on the same sea- cliff. The same thing happened over and over so they understood this as a Virgin's wish to stay there forever so they build a church. A small island was then made by people from Perast who were throwing rocks and stones around the cliff.
DUBROVNIK–KONAVLE–DUBROVNIK
Spend Your Day Your Way in Dubrovnik
This morning, follow your Local Guide for a walking tour of the historic center. Explore more of Dubrovnik with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
Later, drive to Konavle for an orientation walk in Cavtat and a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) 37 mi / 60 km
This morning, follow your Local Guide for a walking tour of the historic center. Explore more of Dubrovnik with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
Walking on Walls
The city of Dubrovnik is completely embraced by its iconic city walls that have survived intact for centuries. Spend time walking along the walls at your own pace on this self-guided visit brimming with photo opportunities and stunning vistas of Dubrovnik and the Adriatic Sea.
To Summit Up
Soar up the side of Mount Srd on the Dubrovnik Cable Car for stunning views en route to the panoramic summit above. Cast your eyes on the spectacular views along the way to soak in the miles of marvelous vistas above.
DUBROVNIK
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way travel makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures you’ll want to re-live forever. Our story began more than 90 years ago, when a young Swiss Antonio Mantegazza began transporting tourists across Lake Lugano on his rowboat, sharing stories and revealing local secrets along the way. On that lake, Globus was born. Discovering a passion for tourism and a knack for business, Antonio’s services expanded beyond river transport to bus touring, from Switzerland to Europe and then, the world. After 90 years curating travel wonderment, our passion for curating the perfect trip remains. At Globus, we have the experience and local knowledge to craft immersive adventures that make you feel alive. Expect to see all the major sites, but then go deeper, to the beating heart of every new discovery. As they say, when you’re in the moment, it’s not what you know, but who you know, and you’ll quickly discover our Tour Directors know all the local secrets and insider tips. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination. It's time to tour with Globus.
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