Into The Balkans: Serbia, Kosovo, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Into The Balkans: Serbia, Kosovo, Bosnia & Herzegovina
14 Days Starting in Belgrade, Serbia and ending in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Visiting: Belgrade, Novi Sad, Kladovo, Niš, Pristina, Prizren, Sjenica, Mokra Gora, Sarajevo, Mostar
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BAL2
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 12
Age range:
1-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Wild Frontiers with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Rail Tours
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Balkans, exploring the rich cultural tapestry of Serbia, Kosovo, and Bosnia & Herzegovina. This immersive tour takes you through vibrant cities like Belgrade, Prizren, and Sarajevo, where history and modernity blend seamlessly. Marvel at the natural beauty of the Iron Gate Gorge and the serene landscapes of Derdap National Park. Discover the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Gracanica and Visoki Decani, and delve into the poignant history of Sarajevo's 'Tunnel of Hope'. Savor the flavors of the region with wine tastings and traditional delicacies, and enjoy the camaraderie of a small group led by expert guides. With a focus on cultural exploration and responsible travel, this tour promises a unique and enriching experience in the Balkans.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Tour Starts In Belgrade (Serbia)
Location: Belgrade
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Royal Inn Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
The tour starts in Belgrade early this evening, in time to enjoy dinner and a short walk around the Serbian capital.
Day 2: Belgrade
Location: Belgrade
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Royal Inn Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
With a full day to explore the city we’ll take the opportunity to discover some of Belgrade's most important historic sites and attractions, including the Kalmegdan Fortress, Karadjordjevic Kings Palace and the stunning setting of St. Sava's Church, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
Day 3: Belgrade - Novi Sad - Belgrade
Location: Novi Sad
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Royal Inn Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we will take a train to the nearby city of Novi Sad. We will enjoy a city tour visiting the historical and cultural sights of the Old Town. Next, we head to the Petrovaradin Fortress on the bank of the Danube River. The Fortress has played a significant role in Serbia’s history having been occupied by the Romans, Byzantines, Celts, Turks and Hungarians until the late 16th Century. In the 17th Century the Austrians built new fortifications including 16km of tunnels, new walls and water moats with movable bridges and control gates. The further construction and additions continued into the 19th and 20th centuries and the fort was used during World War I. Later in the afternoon, we return to Belgrade by train.
Day 4: Belgrade – Lepenski Vir – Kladovo
Location: Kladovo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Aquastar Danube Wellness & Spa or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, we journey deep into the rich agricultural landscapes of the Serbian heartlands. Picking up the Danube once more we'll skirt the Romanian border, we will visit the historic site of the Golubac Fortress. There is very little to see inside so we will stop to marvel at the imposing exterior. After lunch in nearby restaurant, we will visit the mesolithic site of Lepenski Vir, labelled as ‘the first city in Europe’. On our way we will take a boat round trip from Tekije where we will see Tabula Traiana and the famous Iron Gates Gorge. From here we’ll continue our transfer by bus to the town of Kladovo for the night.
*Approx 4-5hrs driving distance
Day 5: Kladovo – Derdap National Park - Nis
Location: Niš
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: New City Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our journey turns inland today, as we head through the beautiful scenery of the Derdap National Park towards the Roman ruins of Felix Romulijan. Continuing on to Nis we'll have an opportunity to explore one of the oldest cities in the Balkans as we take in the vast Ottoman fortress and the Cele Kula (Skull Tower), built as a monument to the Serbian revolutionaries of the early 19th century.
Day 6: Nis – Pristina - Gracanica (Kosovo)
Location: Pristina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Gracanica or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we continue south crossing the border into Kosovo and onto the capital Pristina. We’ll spend some time in Pristina this afternoon and find out more about the city's history. From here we’ll head to Gracanica to visit the Serbian Orthodox monastery constructed by King Stefan Milutin in the 14th century. We’ll then head to our hotel for the chance to relax for the rest of the afternoon.
Day 7: Gracanica - Prizren – Gracanica
Location: Prizren
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Gracanica or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We continue south towards the slopes of the Šar Mountains and the historic old city of Prizren, the country’s cultural capital. Nestled at the foot of the mountains, Prizren is a treasure trove of heritage, featuring well-preserved Ottoman-era architecture, cobblestone streets, and a vibrant arts scene. Here, we’ll immerse ourselves in its rich history while soaking in the unique blend of traditional and modern influences that make this city so captivating.
Day 8: Gracanica – Peja – Rozaje (Montenegro) – Sjenica (Serbia)
Location: Sjenica
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Borovi or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we’ll visit the beautiful Serbian Orthodox Monastery of Visoki Decani, another UNESCO World Heritage Site that sits at the foot of the Prokletije Mountains. Continuing on towards Sjenica for the evening.
Day 9: Sjenica - Molitva - Mecavnik
Location: Mokra Gora
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Mecavnik or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Heading towards the verdant and forested Western Serbia today we’ll pass through alpine ski resorts like Zlatibor on our way to the small town of Mokra Gora. En route we will follow a trail to the beautiful viewpoint of Molitva where we can hope to see the griffon vulture flying over the canyon! We will have lunch Molitva before heading to our characterful hotel in Mecavnik, a traditional Serbian village that was created by director Emir Kusturica for his film ‘Life is a Miracle’.
Day 10: Mecavnik - Srebrenica - Sarajevo (Bosnia & Herzegovina)
Location: Sarajevo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Hecco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we say farewell to Serbia, we’ll drive through Tara National Park following the course of the Drina river before crossing the border into Bosnia & Herzegovina. We’ll first head to Srebrenica, where we will be able to pay our respects at the memorial centre, before completing the drive on to Sarajevo, Bosnia’s lively capital.
Day 11: Sarajevo
Location: Sarajevo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Hecco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we’ll take a tour of the old town to learn a little something of the city’s rich past. We’ll then visit the remarkable Sarajevo Tunnels, constructed during the Siege of Sarajevo at the height of the Bosnian war of the 1990’s. Located under the UN held airport, these ‘Tunnel of Hope’ provided the only route in or out of the city, allowing food, supplies and humanitarian aid into the besieged city.
Day 12: Sarajevo - Mostar
Location: Mostar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Fortuna or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, for those that wish, we’ll head out on rough roads to the mountain village of Lukomir which enjoys a reputation as the most isolated settlement in Bosnia and one of the longest continually inhabited places in Europe. Alternatively, for those looking for a more relaxed morning, you can stay in Sarajevo to soak up more of the rich ambience of this captivating city. This afternoon we’ll take the train to Mostar, the cultural capital of the Herzegovina region, arriving in time for dinner and an evening stroll through the old town. A visit to Lukomir is dependent upon the weather. If it is raining or foggy on the day we will visit the excellent National Museum instead.
Day 13: In Mostar
Location: Mostar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Fortuna or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we’ll head to the ancient walled town of Pocitelj, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where we can climb to the top for stunning views of the surrounding countryside. From here we’ll continue to the beautiful Kravica Waterfalls before taking lunch at a nearby restaurant by the river Trebižat. We’ll then return to Mostar in the afternoon for a guided tour of the medieval city, affording us the opportunity to see the beautiful Stari Most (Old Bridge), built by the Ottomans in the 16th century and easily the most recognisable of the town’s landmarks. We’ll round off the day with some wine tasting and our final dinner together at a nearby vineyard.
Day 14: Tour Ends In Mostar
Location: Mostar
Meals Included: Breakfast
The tour ends this morning after breakfast, those on the suggested group flights will be transferred across the border to Dubrovnik Airport in time for the flight home.
Approx 3hrs driving distance
What's Included
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Transport
This tour includes a mixture of minibuses, 4WDs, boats, and trains for transportation.
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Group Size
The maximum group size for this tour is 12 participants.
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Carbon Contributions
Contributions to climate and community projects are included for all bookings.
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Expert Team
The tour includes the full services of a Wild Frontiers Tour Leader with local guides where appropriate.
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Entrance Fees
All entrance fees for sights mentioned in the itinerary are included.
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Fitness Rating
The tour has a low to moderate fitness rating.
What's Not Included
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Visas & Travel Insurance
Visas are nationality dependent and travel insurance is mandatory but not included.
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Tips
Tips are optional and not included, but guidance will be provided in the pre-departure information documents.
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International Flights
International flights are not included, but an obligation-free quote for flights originating in the UK can be provided.
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Airport Transfers
Complimentary transfers are included only if arriving/departing on the suggested group flights.
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Beverages & Personal Costs
Beverages and any costs of a personal nature, such as laundry and souvenirs, are not included.
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ExcludedItem
We believe in a completely transparent approach to pricing with no hidden extras.
As such, please note that the following are not included in the cost of the tour.
Visas & Travel Insurance: Visas will always be tour
ationality dependent but travel insurance is mandatory
Tips: Always optional but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information documents
International Flights: Please ask us for an obligation-free quote for flights which originate in the UK
Airport Transfers: We include complimentary transfers if arriving/departing on the suggested group flights
Beverages & any costs of a personal nature: This will include items such as laundry and souvenirs
Visas
Visas are necessary for many of the destinations we travel to and while we aim to provide you with the most up-to-date information, requirements frequently change and as such for the latest advice we advise that you check with the relevant embassies or contact our recommended visa agency, Travcour www.travcour.com
For this tour, UK passport holders currently do not require a visa for Serbia, Kosovo or Bosnia.
Non-UK passport holders or non-UK residents should contact the relevant embassies for individual requirements.
Further details will be sent out to you on booking, however ensuring that correct and valid visas are obtained remains
Key Aspects to Consider
Anyone in a reasonable state of health, with an open mind and a sense of adventure should be perfectly able to cope with this tour. It is also one of the few trips we offer where vegetarians can be easily catered for!
Please note that smoking is very prevalent in
the Balkans, and many restaurants and hotels still have smoking areas.
Responsible Travel
With local people, culture and eco-systems in mind, responsible travel and sustainable tourism are at the core of Wild Frontiers. We believe that a successful trip not only delivers a unique and unsurpassable journey for our travellers but also benefits the people and places we visit.
When designing our tours, we actively seek out experiences that have a positive impact on the communities and precious environments we visit - from supporting social enterprises; resting our heads in rural homestays; and eating at locally owned restaurants; to helping fund conservation projects that protect wildlife and their habitats.
Visit the Responsible Travel area of our website to read more, including the work of the Wild Frontiers Foundation through which we fundraise to aid community empowerment and education projects.
Travelling Solo
As a company approximately 70% of our clients are solo travellers, so it’s very unlikely you’ll be alone!
Our prices are typically based on twin-share accommodation but single supplements are not compulsory for any Wild Frontiers tour. If you prefer not to pay a single supplement we’ll pair you with someone else of the same sex for you to share with throughout the trip.
On this trip, if you do opt to pay for a single supplement then please note that it will cover you for all nights of the tour.
Please note that paying a single supplement entitles you to lone occupancy of a single room. In many cases these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.
Insurance
Insurance that provides cover for emergency repatriation in case of a medical emergency is compulsory for all tours. You should be aware that due to some of the geographical areas visited and some of the activities included on certain of our trips some standard insurance policies may not always provide adequate cover. As such we strongly recommend that you purchase a policy that adequately covers your trip. Please see the Insurance section for more details.
Mode of Transport
Travel through the Balkans using a variety of transportation modes, including minibuses, 4WDs, boats, and trains, ensuring a comfortable and scenic journey across Serbia, Kosovo, and Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Accommodation
Stay in comfortable accommodations throughout the tour, including the Royal Inn Hotel in Belgrade, Hotel Aquastar Danube Wellness & Spa in Kladovo, and Hotel Villa Fortuna in Mostar, among others. Enjoy a mix of modern amenities and traditional charm in each location.
Check out our Q&As
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What types of transportation will be used during the tour?
The tour will use a mixture of minibuses, 4WDs, boats, and trains to transport participants between locations.
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What is the maximum group size for this tour?
The maximum group size for this tour is 12 participants.
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Are there any UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes visits to the UNESCO monasteries of Gracanica and Visoki Decani.
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What kind of meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 12 dinners.
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Will there be any wine tasting opportunities during the tour?
Yes, there will be a wine tasting session at a vineyard in Bosnia.
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What is the fitness level required for this tour?
The tour has a fitness rating of low to moderate, making it suitable for most people in reasonable health.
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Is travel insurance mandatory for this tour?
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for all participants on this tour.
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What is the policy on single supplements for solo travelers?
Single supplements are not compulsory, and solo travelers can be paired with someone of the same sex to share a room. However, if a single supplement is paid, it covers all nights of the tour.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We have a complete Covid-19 hub here: https://www.wildfrontierstravel.com/en_GB/covid-hub
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Over 70% of passengers on our group tours are solo adventurers. Unlike many tour operators, we don’t believe in charging solo travellers a premium, so if you are happy to share a room with a fellow traveller of the same sex, you will pay exactly the same as a couple..Occasionally you may even end up with your own room. You can travel as a single traveller on any of our holidays, from our escorte
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2002
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Do I need to be double-vaccinated against Covid-19 to travel with you?
In most cases, yes. Not only are many destinations making double-vaccination a requirement of entry to the country and/or access to restaurants, museums etc., but additionally on all our group tours for the foreseeable future, for everyone’s peace of mind, we are asking that all clients be double vaccinated.
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