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Vacations to The Balkans

The countries known as the Balkans are those located along the peninsula which takes its name from the Balkan mountains. These countries include: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia, Greece, Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Kosovo and Istanbul. The term is often extended to cover other countries such as Hungary, Romania, Moldova and Ukraine as although geographically they are not located in the Balkan peninsula their history and culture is closely related to these countries. Travel to the Balkans and discover the history of these countries many of which still bear the scars of the two wars that they have lived through. Nowadays, the region is pulsing with culture due to its varied architecture and lifestyles.

Map of Albania’s best: Nature and Culture
Albania’s best: Nature and Culture
55% off

From £1,559

£699

Per night: £100

Albania’s best: Nature and Culture

Albania in 8 days +

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    Berat
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    Blue Eye National Park
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    Butrint
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    Durres
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    Gjirokastër
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    Kruja
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    Shkodra
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    Tirana
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    Vlora
Irene, Travel Expert

Irene
Travel crafter

Travel back in time to discover the best of Albania. Legendary castles, stone-built cities, Roman ruins, and turquoise beaches are all waiting to tell you their stories.

Map of Dreamy road trip through the Balkans
Dreamy road trip through the Balkans
40% off

From £1,669

£999

Per night: £111

Dreamy road trip through the Balkans

Albania, Montenegro, Croatia & Bosnia in 10 days +

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    Lezhe
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    Shkodra
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    Tirana
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    Mostar
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    Sarajevo
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    Budva
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    Kotor
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    Podgorica
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    Ulcinj
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    Dubrovnik
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Irene, Travel Expert

Irene
Travel crafter

Discover the fascinating history and incredible unchartered nature of the Balkans on this tour across Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

40% off

From £2,169

£1,299

Per night: £186

Medieval Cities & Magical Lakes

Croatia in 8 days +

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    Dubrovnik
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    Opatija
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    Plitvice Lakes
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    Zagreb
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Emma, Travel Expert

Emma
Travel crafter

The perfect introduction to Croatia, this guided tour includes stays in the coastal cities of Dubrovnik, Split and Opatija as well as a visit to the magical Plitvice Lakes National Park and time in the capital of Zagreb.

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Discovering Ancient Greece’s legacy
55% off

From £2,559

£1,149

Per night: £192

Discovering Ancient Greece’s legacy

Greece in 7 days +

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    Athens
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    Delphi
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    Epidaurus
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    Meteora
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    Mycenae
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    Olympia
Sophia , Travel Expert

Sophia
Travel crafter

Discover the best of classical Greek culture thanks to the heritage of Athens, Mycenae and Olympia, then immerse yourself in Delphi and visit the monasteries of Meteora.

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Ancient Ruins, Mykonos, Paros & Santorini
35% off

From £2,849

£1,849

Per night: £168

Ancient Ruins, Mykonos, Paros & Santorini

Greece in 12 days +

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    Acropolis of Athens
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    Delphi
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    Meteora
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    Mykonos
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    Paros
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    Santorini
Sophia , Travel Expert

Sophia
Travel crafter

Our classic tour of Greece, including the main historical sights, combined with a Greek island-hopping adventure to discover the natural beauty of Mykonos, Paros and Santorini!

35% off

From £1,619

£1,049

Per night: £210

Athens & Santorini: History meets paradise

Greece in 6 days +

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    Acropolis of Athens
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    Athens
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    Delphi
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    Santorini
Sophia , Travel Expert

Sophia
Travel crafter

Embark on a short escape to explore Athens’ iconic Acropolis, the ancient wonders of Delphi, and Santorini’s breathtaking sunsets and shores—travel in high or off-season without crowds.

Map of Ancient Ruins, Mykonos & Santorini
Ancient Ruins, Mykonos & Santorini
35% off

From £2,469

£1,599

Per night: £178

Ancient Ruins, Mykonos & Santorini

Greece in 10 days +

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    Acropolis of Athens
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    Meteora
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    Mykonos
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    Santorini
Sophia , Travel Expert

Sophia
Travel crafter

The perfect trip for those looking to encounter both the legendary history of ancient Greece and the sublime beaches of the Greek Islands with stays in Athens, Mykonos and Santorini.

Map of Venice, Croatia’s Cities & Plitvice Lakes
Venice, Croatia’s Cities & Plitvice Lakes
35% off

From £3,309

£2,149

Per night: £239

Venice, Croatia’s Cities & Plitvice Lakes

Italy & Croatia in 10 days

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    Dubrovnik
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    Opatija
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    Plitvice Lakes
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    Split
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    Zagreb
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    Venice
Valentine, Travel Expert

Valentine
Travel crafter

The essental guided tour of Croatia’s key sites, with the added bonus of beginning your journey in the magical city of Venice!

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Escape to Athens, Delphi & Meteora
35% off

From £1,239

£799

Per night: £200

Escape to Athens, Delphi & Meteora

Greece in 5 days +

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    Acropolis of Athens
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    Athens
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    Delphi
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    Meteora
Sophia , Travel Expert

Sophia
Travel crafter

A journey through mainland Greece to soak up the history and discover the archaeological and architectural treasures of Athens, Delphi, Kalambaka and Meteora.

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