#COUPLES-Charm and Romance in the Balkans: An Unforgettable Adventure for Couples

Arrival at Zagreb airport and transfer to the hotel in Zagreb for your first night.

Get to know the capital of Croatia during the guided tour of the historic center. The city sat above the twin cities of Gradec and Kaptol on a hill overlooking the plain of the Sava River. Gradec (or Gornji Grad, meaning “little town”), formerly a royal town, was fortified against Tatar attacks in the 13th century and some of its medieval walls and porticos still exist today. In Kaptol, an ancient religious settlement, the Episcopal Palace stands out among other things. Free afternoon to enjoy the city.

We leave Zagreb behind and head towards Novi Sad, the second largest city in Serbia. You will visit the Petrovaradinska Fortress. Guided tour through the fascinating defense system to the top of the hill, where you will be rewarded with the stunning view of the city and the Danube River. You will have free time to enjoy the city until departure to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. Accommodation at the hotel and free time in Belgrade.

Guided tour of the Serbian capital that will include the elite Dedinje neighborhood district, the famous JNA and Marakana stadium, and the unusual Tv Pink building. On the guided tour you will see the largest Orthodox Church in the Balkans, the Church of Saint Sava, the Republic Square with the Parliament, Terazije and Slavia, the main street of Belgrade, Knez Mihailova. The tour ends at the Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, where you can admire the view of the city and the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Free afternoon to enjoy the last moments in the city.

Our first stop will be Niš, considered one of the oldest cities in Europe. Niš is a university center but also one of the most important industrial centers in Serbia. Guided tour of the city and lunch. In the afternoon continue to Skopje, the capital of Macedonia. Accommodation and free time in Skopje.

We start the day with the guided tour of Skopje, passing through the old Bazaar, the Stone Bridge, and the Mother Teresa of Calcutta Memorial Center. The circuit continues towards Ohrid, the city listed in UNESCO for its natural values. Walk near the Robev Family House, St. Kliman's Cathedral, St. Sophia Church, Fortress and Palosnik Monastery with views of the city and the lake.

Breakfast and departure to Albania and its capital Tirana. Upon arrival we will take a guided tour of the city, visiting 'The Albanians' – the mosaic on the facade of the National History Museum, the Skanderbeg Statue in Skanderbeg Square, the 'Et'hem' mosque with the Clock Tower, the monument to Mother Teresa and other monuments in the city. The rest of the day at leisure, accommodation in Tirana.

We say goodbye to Albania and go to Montenegro. Stop at Lake Skhoder, cultural center and one of the oldest cities in Albania. In the afternoon arrival in Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro. During the guided tour we will visit the old Ottoman town with the mosque and the Clock Tower, monument of King Nikola, parliament of Montenegro and the millennium bridge over the Moraca River. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day to discover the Gulf of Kotor with the first stop in famous Budva, one of the oldest cities in Montenegro. Budva is located on a small peninsula and represents a treasure chest of cultural heritage. Crossing its narrow streets and squares are famous buildings such as the Sveta Trojica Church, the Churches of Sveti Ivan, and Sveta Sava. The next stop will be Kotor, one of the essential Balkan cities, protected under UNESCO heritage. In the afternoon arrival in Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic. Accommodation and free time.

Guided tour of the old town with entrance to the Rector's Palace and the famous Franciscan monastery containing one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe, Sponza Palace, Bell Clock Tower, Pile Gate and many more. Free afternoon to enjoy the city.

We enter Bosnia with the first stop in Mostar, one of the most interesting cities in Bosnia. Guided tour of the city, passing the famous “Old Bridge”, built of stone in the 16th century. After the visit, transfer to nearby Blagaj where you can see 'Tekija', a Muslim Dervish Monastery. Lunch next to the river and continuation to Sarajevo. Arrival in the afternoon, accommodation, and free time.

Time to discover the magical capital of Bosnia with a guided tour that includes Bascarsija, the Begova Mosque, the Municipal Palace, the Principles Bridge and much more. We will visit the famous Tunnel of Hope, once the most important way to leave Sarajevo. We will continue towards Ilidza. Free time to try traditional delicacies such as Bosnian meatballs, hamburgers or sweet tufahija or simply enjoy a Bosnian coffee.

Discover Split, the second largest city in Croatia. The historic center, protected as a universal heritage site by UNESCO, is known for its impressive Diocletian's Palace, which was built in the 4th century by the Roman emperor. Enjoy an unforgettable historical landscape. Accommodation in Split.

Day in nature. Visit of the wonderful park of Plitvice Lakes, where lakes, waterfalls, and springs of spectacular beauty alternate. This region was declared a National Park already in 1949 and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The park has an area of almost 30,000 hectares, 22,000 of them covered with forests, where hydrography has shaped a landscape made up of 16 lakes of different altitudes, connected by 92 waterfalls and cascades. An impressive image! In the afternoon transfer to Zagreb for accommodation. Free time for the last purchases and moments in the city.

Free time until transfer to the airport and flight home.