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DAY 1: ZAGREB

Arrival and transfer to hotel. In the morning, enjoy a tour of Zagreb with local guide, including the fortified medieval Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral of St. Stephan, the Lotrščak Tower, the Stone Gate, the University and the Croatian National Theatre. After the tour some free time exploring the city on your own. Overnight in Zagreb.

DAY 2: ZAGREB – LJUBLJANA – POSTOJNA – ZAGREB

After breakfast drive to Ljubljana, sightseeing with local guide. Walking through the city centre, the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik, Baroque Town Hall and Dragon Bridge, visit of Cathedral San Nicholas. In the afternoon, the visit of Postojna cave, the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia and one of the world’s largest karst monuments. A fantastic web of tunnels, passages, galleries and halls, the astonishing diversity of Karst features as well as easy access are certainly the main reasons for such popularity of the cave. After the visit, return to Zagreb for overnight.

DAY 3: ZAGREB – PLITVICE – ZADAR

Breakfast. Departure for Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia. The area of Plitvice Lakes was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. It is breathtakingly beautiful with its 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and surrounded by dense forests. It will take almost 4 hours to explore the area by electric boat and minibus and you will need a great deal of film to record a fraction of the beauty around you. In the afternoon continuation to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 4: ZADAR – ŠIBENIK – SPLIT

Breakfast. Morning visit of the old town with its pre-Romanesque church that dates from around the 9th century which is a symbol of Zadar. Right in front of the Church of St. Donat are the remains of the Roman forum dating from in the 1st century BC. At the end of the Western Quay is Zadar’s newest feature, the Sea Organ. This unusual organ is powered by the wind and the sea. When the sea pushes air through the whistles, a series of melancholy chords are played. With the sound emerging through the perforated stone stairs. Departure to Šibenik. Visit of St. Jakov Cathedral the symbol of the town, a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, was being built for more than a hundred years and is a true evidence of the talent of its architectures, Juraj Dalmatinac and Nikola Firentinac. The whole cathedral was made of stone, without the use of other materials and it contains of more than 70 portraits on its apses. Drive to Split for overnight.

DAY 5: SPLIT – TROGIR – SPLIT

Breakfast. Morning city tour of the Diocletian’s Palace (3rd century) includes the Peristyle, the Cathedral of St. Domnius and the Jupiter’s Temple. In the afternoon, departure to Trogir, a picturesque Medieval town, which is also included in the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage. Visit to St. Lawrence Cathedral with its magnificent Romanesque portal dating from the 13th century. Return to Split for overnight.

DAY 6: SPLIT – SARAJEVO

Drive to Sarajevo; upon arrival panoramic sightseeing with local guide of this strong Turkish influenced place, old mosques, medresad (schools) and bazaars (markets). We shall see„War tunnel – tunnel of salvation“, symbol of courage and survival of people of Sarajevo during the war under Serbian siege. After the visit, free time to walk around and do some shopping. Overnight in Sarajevo.

DAY 7: SARAJEVO – MOSTAR – DUBROVNIK

Breakfast. Morning drive towards Mostar, city of contrasts and culture, nested in the deep valley of the river Neretva. The town developed in the 15th century as an Ottoman trading and frontier town and continued its growth in the Austro-Hungarian period. The ancient Turkish houses and the spectacular Old Bridge give Mostar an oriental flavor... The Old Bridge area, with its Eastern Ottoman, Mediterranean and Western European architectural features is an outstanding example of a multicultural urban settlement. After the visit we continue to Dubrovnik. Overnight in Dubrovnik

DAY 8: DUBROVNIK

Breakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column and Bell Tower Clock. In the afternoon, free time for optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers, or boat trip to the island of Lokrum. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 9: DUBROVNIK – KOTOR – CETINJE – BUDVA

Breakfast. Departure towards Kotor, a scenic drive towards the city in a secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor and surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period. Visit of UNESCO protected site surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period and the cathedral of St. Triphon. In the afternoon continuation to Cetinje to visit the spiritual and political seat of the Montenegrin people, a treasure of cultural and historical heritage. Two of the most representative buildings are the Monasteries of Cetinje and Biljarda. Cetinje Monastery was built in 1701 and even though the Turks destroyed it several times, the people built it up again. After the visit, drive to Budva. Overnight in Budva.

DAY 10: BUDVA – SKADAR – TIRANA

Breakfast. Departure from Montengro in the morning towards Albania. On the way to Tirana, stop in Skadar, one of Albania‘s oldest cities. Drive to National Park Skadar Lake. Boat ride around the lake from Rijeka Crnojevića to Virpazar. Continuation to Tirana for overnight.

DAY 11: TIRANA – OHRID

Breakfast. City sightseeing tour of Tirana: the Sahat Kulla (Clock Tower), visit of the Ethem Bey’s Mosque and the monument of Skenderbeg, Albania‘s national hero. The Sheshi Skënderbej city’s plaza has popular clock tower and it is surrounded by famous landmarks of Tirana, such as the National History Museum and mosque of Ethem Bey and a lot of buildings with designs of Turkish architecture due to the fact that Tirana was ruled by the Ottomans in the early 1800s. Continuation towards Macedonia, Ohrid – a city on the Eastern shore of Lake Ohrid. Ohrid is notable for having once had 365 churches, one for each day of the year, and is referred to as the Macedonian Jerusalem. The city is rich in picturesque houses and monuments, and tourism is predominant. A town of vast history and heritage, it was made a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1980. Overnight in Ohrid.

DAY 12: OHRID

Breakfast. All day on the shores of Lake Ohrid. This outstanding natural beauty is also UNESCO world cultural heritage and the place where Saint Climent and Saint Naum founded the first Slavic University and famous literal school of Ohrid. Morning tour includes the Old Town, the church of St. Sofia (11th century), the most eminent Medieval monument in Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine frescoes and St. Clement Church. Afternoon visit to monastery St. Naum, built on the shores of Lake Ohrid, in the year 900 AD and dedicated to the Slavic missionary and educator St. Naum of Ohrid. Return to Ohrid for overnight.

DAY 13: OHRID – SKOPJE

Breakfast. Departure towards Skopje, the capital of Macedonia. Visit to the old Train station – the first train station on the Balkan, and in that time was the most beautiful object on the Balkan, The monument of Mother Teresa, The house of Mother Teresa; The Stone Bridge – monumental building in the centre of the city, and the most imposing monument in our country and on the Balkan built in the beginning of the VI century, Daut Pašin Imam – monument of the Islam architecture from the XV century, The church St. Spas, built at the end of the XVII century, where are placed the relics of the great Macedonian Revolutionary Goce Delčev (1872-1903); The Fortress Kale – the most outstanding tourist attraction of Skopje. After the tour walk through the old city and market place. Overnight in Skopje.

DAY 14: SKOPJE – PRIŠTINA – NIŠ

Breakfast. Departure to Priština, the capital and largest city of Kosovo. Like most Balkan cities, Priština suffered bombing in the Second World War and also during the Kosovo crisis in 1999; however most damage to cultural monuments was caused by socialst planning and modern neglect. The city tour includes Faith Mosque, nearby Clock Tower (Sahat Kulla), Mother Theresa Cathedral and the Statue of Mother Theresa. After the visit, there will be free time for a pleasant stroll around the former bazaar area. In the afternoon, continuation to Niš along the road and passing through a river gorge. The visit starts with the famous Ćele Kula (Skull Tower), where you will learn about the atrocities committed by the Turks and see the unique monument to the sacrifice of Serbian revolutionaries. The next important site is in suburban Medijana, where you’ll explore an archeological site of a Roman estate. The visit of remains of an ancient villa, a granary, villas, and baths. The museum houses sculptures and portraits of Roman gods and goddesses, utensils for daily use, and other objects unearthed at the site. After the visit, free time to walk around the central square and try some famous Serbian grill specialties. Overnight in Niš.

DAY 15: NIŠ – BELGRADE

Breakfast. Departure to Belgrade, the capital and the largest city of Serbia. The city tour will start from the lively Republic Square, with a close inspection of its architectonic monuments such as the National Theatre and the National Museum. We continue along Kneza Mihaila Street in order to see a few masterpieces of Belgrade’s architecture: the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts, the Serbian Crown Palace etc. In the inner core of the Old Town you will see the National Bank Palace and the ‘Question mark sign’ Inn, visit Princess Ljubica’s Residence (currently housing a permanent exhibition of original furniture made in different styles) and the Orthodox Cathedral. In a small 19th century quarter with its narrow, cobblestone streets we will see the archaeological remains of the former National Library, destroyed in the WWII. Along the route you will hear a lot about the history and some interesting stories about the people and events. After the visit, free afternoon for a walk and shopping. Overnight in Belgrade.

DAY 16: BELGRADE – VOJVODINA – BELGRADE

Breakfast. Departure for a full-day sightseeing tour of the Vojvodina province. During the day, you will enjoy the peaceful ambience of Orthodox monasteries and tranquil Baroque villages. Visit of the enchanting 16th-century Monastery of Krušedol on Fruška Gora Mountain, a legacy of the last Serbian despot family of Srem Branković. Then we will continue to the small town of Sremski Karlovci, famous for its numerous wine cellars. A stop for wine tasting in a family run cellar, where the tradition of wine-making stretches back through generations. The next sight is Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, located on the banks of the Danube River. Its Clock Tower is one of the city’s most famous sights, sometimes is also referred to as the “Drunk Clock.” Free time to walk around Novi Sad, an important trading centre in the 18th and 19th centuries, as well as the heart of Serbian culture, earning the nickname of the “Athens of Serbia.” Return to Belgrade for overnight.

DAY 17: BELGRADE – OSIJEK – ZAGREB

Breakfast. Depart from Belgrade towards Osijek. The city tour starts with the old Baroque citadel – Tvrđa. Local guide will revive the vivid history of this area through visit to the monumental buildings of the citadel, stories about battles, fairs, unfortunate romances... We continue to the city centre by walking through European Avenue – one of the most beautiful art noveau streets in this part of Europe. The central square will reveal the modern Osijek and its curiosities; afterwards we continue to the Promenade – a long pedestrian zone by the Drava River. Free time in this ideal location for a coffee break or a cold drink on one of the numerous terraces. Return to Zagreb for overnight.

DAY 18: ZAGREB

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport of Zagreb.

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