14 days tour

Gems Of The Balkans With Coastal Cruise

$ 5,268 .00 USD

Total price per person

Reserve with $5,268.00

Gems Of The Balkans With Coastal Cruise

This tour includes:

Accommodation

6 nights hotel stay 7 nights onboard

Meals

Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners

Others

All sightseeing and activities stated as included.

Guide

With GLOBUS, thereโ€™s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. Weโ€™d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

Transport

Cruise ship, Coach

Hygieneprotocol

The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators โ€“ like airlines โ€“ have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy โ€“ requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 โ€“ remains in effect until 1 March, 2023 . Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technologyโ€”including our Go Beyond Devices in Europeโ€”enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the โ€œtouch pointsโ€ of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operationโ€”from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Gems Of The Balkans With Coastal Cruise

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Tirana, Albania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Tirana, Albania

      Welcome to Tirana! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

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  • Day 2 Day 2: Tirana
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Tirana

      Art Covers Rock TIRANA Guided walking tour of the city features a visit to the Bunkโ€™Art (B)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      ART & 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 Bunkโ€™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.


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  • Day 3 Day 3: Tiranaโ€“Virpazar, Montenegroโ€“Budva
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Tiranaโ€“Virpazar, Montenegroโ€“Budva

      A Shore Thing VIRPAZAR Guided boat trip on Skadar Lake. (B)
      137 mi / 220 km

      TOUR 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.


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  • Day 4 Day 4: Budva Excursion To Cetinje And Kotor
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Budva Excursion To Cetinje And Kotor

      Former Capitals & Coastal Towns CETINJE Guided tour of the town includes visit to King Nicolaโ€™s Museum. Free time for lunch.
      KOTOR Guided visit of the old town.
      BUDVA Dinner at local restaurant (B,D)
      106mi / 170 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOT Kotor is a beautiful, walled medieval city of twisting, pink-paved streets, markets, and architecture reflecting Byzantine to Venetian influences. One of the squares contains the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, a monument of Roman culture and one of the most recognizable symbols of the city.


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  • Day 5 Day 5: Budvaโ€“Perastโ€“Dubrovnik, Croatia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Budvaโ€“Perastโ€“Dubrovnik, Croatia

      Jewel of the Mediterranean PERAST Visit "Our Lady of the Rocks" Church perched on an man-made tiny Island on the way to Kotor city for a guided walking tour that includes all the famous sights of this little town. Free time for lunch. (B)
      71 mi / 115km

      TOUR 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 Virginโ€™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.


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  • Day 6 Day 6: Dubrovnikโ€“Konavleโ€“Dubrovnik
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Dubrovnikโ€“Konavleโ€“Dubrovnik

      A Kingโ€™s Landing DUBROVNIK Walking tour with a Local Guide.
      KONAVLE Walking tour and farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
      37 mi / 60 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      ART & ARCHITECTURE It isnโ€™t hard to see why the city of Dubrovnik is known as the โ€œPearl of the Adriatic.โ€ The old town surrounded by its remarkable city walls is protected by UNESCO. Over the centuries this breathtaking city has been an inspiration to many artists. Game of Thrones fans may recognize this formidable setting and the Rectorโ€™s Palace as a film location for the epic TV series.


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  • Day 7 Day 7: Dubrovnik (Embarkation)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Dubrovnik (Embarkation)

      Above the Gates DUBROVNIK Embark on your coastal cruise. Transfer to the city gate and take the cable car from the Old Town to the Srd mountain to enjoy scenic views of the Elaphiti Islands. return transfer to the vessel to meet the crew and enjoy cocktails and dinner onboard (B,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      PICTURE PERFECT Built back in 1969 the Dubrovnik Cable Car is still enthusiastically used by millions of visitors who wants to enjoy the most beautiful panoramic views from the Srd mountain. On a clear day, you can see up to 60 km (37 miles). From the top, the Old Town looks postcard-perfect โ€” its iconic red roofs illuminated by the sun, while the Adriatic Sea glitters into the horizon.


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  • Day 8 Day 8: Cruising: Dubrovnikโ€“Slano
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Cruising: Dubrovnikโ€“Slano

      Safe Harbor Cruise around Dubrovnik city walls, then continue to one of the Elaphiti islands for a swimming stop.
      SLANO Explore the townโ€™s long medieval ramparts, then learn more about oysters which made this village famous for and taste this delicacy. Free time before returning to the vessel. (B,L,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURE & GEMS Slano is one of the most picturesque places of the Dubrovnik Riviera, situated in a gentle bay 2 km long, a fine beach,with thick pine and olive groves, a long cultural tradition, and numerous historic monuments. This safe harbor has been providing a reliable protection against the elements for many centuries.


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  • Day 9 Day 9: Cruising: Slanoโ€“Mijet
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Cruising: Slanoโ€“Mijet

      Myths & Marvels MIJET Stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and enjoy the boat ride to St Mary Isle to visit an ancient Benedictine monastery. (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOTS The legend has it that the Greek hero Odysseus spent 7 years on the island of Mijet when the nymph Calypso charmed him which led to a shipwreck and him having to seek shelter in the cave for seven years before the Gods released him


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  • Day 10 Day 10: Cruising: Mijetโ€“Korcula
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Cruising: Mijetโ€“Korcula

      Marco Polo Found KORCULA Guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls. (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORY & LEGENDS Rumor has it that the island of Korcula is the birthplace of Marco Polo, and one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Fishbone street pattern was used in the design of Korcula Old Town for a natural cooling effect that provides shelter in the long, hot summery days.


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  • Day 11 Day 11: Cruising: Korculaโ€“Vis
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Cruising: Korculaโ€“Vis

      On the Waterfront VIS: Free time to explore the island. (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      FREE TIME TIP In the 4th-century B.C., The island of Vis was one of the main Greek coloniesand ultimately used as a Yugoslavian army baseโ€“until 1991. As a result, the culture and architecture are extremely well preserved. Rosemary, capers, and sage grow wild around the island. Spend some time tasting some exquisite local wines or visiting the remains of the Roman thermal baths, City Museum, or by simply take a walk enjoying the views of the beautiful Villae Rusticae along the waterfront


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  • Day 12 Day 12: Cruising: Visโ€“Bisevoโ€“Hvar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Cruising: Visโ€“Bisevoโ€“Hvar

      Island Beauties BISEV Visit the Blue Cave (weather permitting)
      HVAR Guided tour of the island includes visit of the Renaissance Cathedral and the oldest community theater in Europe (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      SPECTACULAR SIGHTS Hvar is the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic and is known for glorious lavender fields and breath-taking beauty. Climb to the town fort overlooking the harbor for lovely scenic views of the vessel and the Paklinski Islands.


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  • Day 13 Day 13: Cruising: Hvarโ€“Bolโ€“Split
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Cruising: Hvarโ€“Bolโ€“Split

      Blue Heaven BOL Stop for a swim in one of the most famous beaches in Dalmatia- Zlatni Rat
      SPLIT Guided tour of the city (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      NATURAL WONDERS Zlatni rat beach in Croatia is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean, and thanks to its unique shape, it is also one of the most exceptional beaches in the world. It is surrounded by the crystal-clear sea that goes from turquoise blue to dark blue in just 10 to 20 meters, and it is bordered by decades-old pine trees planted by the locals to create some natural shade. The beach changes its shape and position depending on the wind, tide, and the current, and sometimes, the tip of the beach rotates so significantly that it forms a small pool.


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  • Day 14 Day 14: Split (Disembarkation)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Split (Disembarkation)

      Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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