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A 10-day Balkans small-group tour from India — Belgrade to Skopje through Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro and North Macedonia, with old towns, the Bay of Kotor and Lake Ohrid.
Ten days overland from Belgrade to Skopje. Begin in Serbia's capital with Kalemegdan Fortress above the meeting of the Danube and Sava, the Church of St. Sava and the bohemian lanes of Skadarlija. Cross into Bosnia & Herzegovina for Sarajevo's Baščaršija Old Bazaar, Tito's Bunker at Konjic and Mostar's iconic Stari Most, ending the day with a rakija and wine tasting.
Continue past riverside Blagaj and charming Trebinje to Budva on Montenegro's Adriatic coast, with a full day on the Bay of Kotor — a cable-car ride and a guided walk through Kotor's UNESCO-listed Old Town. Then head into North Macedonia for a boat ride on Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest lakes, and finish in Skopje with its Old Bazaar, Stone Bridge and a boat ride in Matka Canyon. A small group of 10–16 travellers, with no strenuous walking.
Arrive in Belgrade and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure to explore the neighbourhood at your own pace.
Overnight in Belgrade.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Belgrade. Visit the historic Kalemegdan Fortress, with panoramic views over the meeting of the Danube and Sava rivers, and the magnificent Church of St. Sava. The afternoon is free to explore at your own pace or stroll through Skadarlija, the city's charming bohemian quarter.
Overnight in Belgrade.
After breakfast, depart for Sarajevo, crossing from Serbia into Bosnia and Herzegovina. On arrival, check in and, time permitting, enjoy a short guided orientation of the historic centre and the Baščaršija Old Bazaar, known for its traditional shops, cafés and Ottoman-era character.
Overnight in Sarajevo.
After breakfast, depart for Mostar via Konjic, where you visit Tito's Bunker on a guided tour. Continue to Mostar and explore its historic Old Town, including the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge). End the day with a rakija and wine tasting.
Overnight in Mostar.
After breakfast, depart for Montenegro. En route, stop at picturesque Blagaj in its riverside setting, then the charming town of Trebinje. Cross the border into Montenegro and arrive in Budva on the Adriatic coast. Depending on arrival time, enjoy an evening stroll through its walled Old Town.
Overnight in Budva.
A day devoted to the spectacular Bay of Kotor, where mountains plunge into sapphire water. In the morning, ride the Kotor cable car for sweeping views over the bay. In the afternoon, a guided walking orientation of Kotor's UNESCO-listed Old Town takes in the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, the Maritime Museum, the Shame Wall, Orthodox Square and Weapon Square.
Overnight in Budva.
Depart early for Ohrid, crossing into North Macedonia. A short stop near Shkodër for Rozefa Castle and the Mesi Bridge is included only if traffic, border formalities and the day's schedule allow; otherwise we continue directly to Ohrid. On arrival, check in, relax and enjoy the evening by the lake.
Overnight in Ohrid.
After breakfast, enjoy a morning boat ride on Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest lakes, followed by a short guided walk through Ohrid's Old Town. Then drive to Skopje, check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Skopje.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Skopje – Macedonia Square, the Stone Bridge and the Old Bazaar. Continue to Matka Canyon, a dramatic gorge of sheer cliffs, for a boat ride towards Vrelo Cave (subject to operating conditions). Return to Skopje for a free evening.
Overnight in Skopje.
After breakfast, transfer to Skopje Airport for your flight home, bringing the Balkan journey to an end.
Easy to moderate. Walking is mostly during guided city and old-town tours, at a relaxed pace with time to rest. Expect cobblestone streets and some steps in the old towns of Kotor, Mostar and Ohrid. All travel between towns is by coach, and there are no hikes.
May: around 20–28°C by day, with cooler mornings in the mountains, low rainfall and long, light evenings.
Travel insurance is mandatory for this trip. We can help you find the right plan.
Payment and cancellation terms are shared with your quote, before you book.
Ask us to confirm the payment schedule for your departure before making a payment.
May brings warm, settled weather: around 20–28°C by day, cooler mornings in the mountains, low rainfall and long, light evenings. Pack layers for the mountain drives.
None of the countries on this route are in the Schengen Area. With a valid multiple-entry Schengen, US or UK visa, Indian passport holders can generally enter Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro and North Macedonia without separate visas. We confirm each country's current rules after booking, and visa fees are included.
International airfare is not included. The whole route is overland, so there are no internal flights. The price includes: hotels with daily breakfast; breakfast and dinner throughout; visa fees, entrance fees and activities; travel insurance up to age 69. GST (5%) and TCS are extra.
Easy to moderate. Walking is mostly during the guided city and old-town tours, at a relaxed pace with regular breaks, and you travel between places by coach. The old towns of Kotor, Mostar and Ohrid are cobbled with some steps. There are no hikes.
Between 10 and 16 travellers.
Absolutely. We can try to match you with a same-gender room-share. If you'd prefer a room to yourself, the single supplement is EUR 700.
Yes. Travel insurance is mandatory on this trip and is included for travellers up to age 69. If you are 70 or older, we help you arrange separate cover.
Yes. Tell us your needs when you book and we brief our hotels and restaurants in advance.
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Excellent Tour under the leadership of Asha. Hopefully Asha will keep on improving in future journey based on her experiences. All The Best Asha For Your Bright Future. Our Blessings Will Be Always With You. God Bless You. Suhas & Bharati Pathak.
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I had an awesome experience in Balkans from start to finish, everything was well-organized, professional, and stress-free. The Balkan Tours was exceptional! Our buddy Asha was incredibly helpful, ensuring every detail of our trip went through without a hitch. The tour was comprehensive well-paced,…
I had an awesome experience in Balkans from start to finish, everything was well-organized, professional, and stress-free. The Balkan Tours was exceptional! Our buddy Asha was incredibly helpful, ensuring every detail of our trip went through without a hitch. The tour was comprehensive well-paced, 16-day itinerary. The selection of hotels were perfect, and the guides who accompanied us added greatly to my knowledge and experience. I could not be more happy and satisfied with the service and support I received. I heartily and unqualifiedly recommend this trip with Boardingpass!
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Balkan Countries Tour was really awesome and enjoyed it. All Countries are small but different kinds of natural beauties, culture, foods, people etc.
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Had a very nice and enjoyable trip with Boarding Pass and Asha, in Balkans recently She took lot of pains to c to everyone’s comfort. The itinerary was a nice mix of history, culture and nature . Looking forward to joining her for another amazing trip soon
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