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Balkans Coast Explorer
Discover the treasures of the Balkan Riviera on this unforgettable journey through Albania, Montenegro and Croatia. From Tirana to Dubrovnik, explore ancient towns, dramatic coastlines and cultural...
Discover the treasures of the Balkan Riviera on this unforgettable journey through Albania, Montenegro and Croatia. From Tirana to Dubrovnik, explore ancient towns, dramatic coastlines and cultural gems. Wander through Ottoman-era fortresses, cruise the Bay of Kotor and see the historic walls of Dubrovnik, soaking in the region’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes.
(from USD 2,250)
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Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Tirana, Albanian Riviera, Kotor and Dubrovnik
- Visit the Bunk'Art 2 Museum in Tirana, Porto Palermo Castle and Our Lady of the Rocks in Perast
- View Skanderbeg Square in Tirana, Budva's old town, the Rector's Palace and city walls in Dubrovnik
How You'll Travel
- Deluxe coach travel
- Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
- 4-star stays
Iconic Experience
- Tirana: Meet a local resident who will show you Skanderbeg Square and walk you through their home city as they share insights into life in the Albanian capital.
- Tirana: Head underground at Bunk’Art, a former communist bunker turned museum.
- Porto Palermo Bay: Albanian Riviera, views of Southern Adriatic & Ionian Seas, visit to Porto Palermo & Himare.
- Porto Palermo Bay: Porto Palermo and step inside the 19th-century castle, built by an Ottoman Albanian ruler as a symbol of love for his wife, whilst taking in amazing views of the Ionian Sea.
- Fishtë: Enjoy a traditional lunch at Mrizi i Zanave, a family-run farm and restaurant in the village of Fishtë. Dishes are made using organic vegetables, house-made cheese and free-range meat, with wine and raki produced on site. Everything not grown on the farm is sourced from nearby families, supporting the wider community and celebrating Albania’s slow food traditions.
- Perast: Take a boat ride across the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks, where you'll step inside its legendary church with your Local Specialist.
- Kotor: Take in the stunning surroundings of the Bay of Kotor.
- Dubrovnik: Explore the Pearl of the Adriatic with your Local Specialist during a sightseeing walk. Walk the stone-paved streets of the Old Town to see Onofrio's Fountain, Rector's Palace and the medieval city walls.
Be My Guest
- Vlorë: Join the family at Ferma Dukat, a working farm in the hills of Vlorë. Share a traditional Albanian meal made with homegrown ingredients, from fresh cheese and byrek to olives and local wine. Hear how three generations have shaped this agritourism estate, rooted in seasonal farming and warm hospitality.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Berat: Meet Gladiola in her 250-year-old Ottoman-era home in UNESCO-listed Berat. As you sample rose juice, rakija and Turkish Delight, hear how she’s part of a growing movement of women in heritage tourism. By sourcing from local female producers, Gladiola helps create economic opportunities for women in rural Albania and preserves traditional skills through community support and storytelling. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.
- Tour
- Albania
- Montenegro
- Croatia
- Trafalgar
- Regional Explorer
Details
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar
- Start City
- Tirana
- End City
- Dubrovnik
- Duration (Days)
- 9
- Activity Level
- Regional Explorer
Highlights
- Regional Explorer
- Regional Explorer
Pricing & departures
| Option | From | Departs | Returns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin | USD 2,250 | April 2, 2027 | April 10, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,250 | April 2, 2027 | April 10, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,270 | April 2, 2027 | April 10, 2027 |
| Single | USD 2,750 | April 2, 2027 | April 10, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,250 | April 16, 2027 | April 24, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,250 | April 16, 2027 | April 24, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,270 | April 16, 2027 | April 24, 2027 |
| Single | USD 2,836 | April 16, 2027 | April 24, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,295 | May 14, 2027 | May 22, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,295 | May 14, 2027 | May 22, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,315 | May 14, 2027 | May 22, 2027 |
| Single | USD 2,991 | May 14, 2027 | May 22, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,295 | May 28, 2027 | June 5, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,295 | May 28, 2027 | June 5, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,315 | May 28, 2027 | June 5, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,023 | May 28, 2027 | June 5, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,250 | June 11, 2027 | June 19, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,250 | June 11, 2027 | June 19, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,270 | June 11, 2027 | June 19, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,007 | June 11, 2027 | June 19, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,250 | June 25, 2027 | July 3, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,250 | June 25, 2027 | July 3, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,270 | June 25, 2027 | July 3, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,050 | June 25, 2027 | July 3, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,750 | July 9, 2027 | July 17, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,750 | July 9, 2027 | July 17, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,770 | July 9, 2027 | July 17, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,702 | July 9, 2027 | July 17, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,795 | July 23, 2027 | July 31, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,795 | July 23, 2027 | July 31, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,815 | July 23, 2027 | July 31, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,772 | July 23, 2027 | July 31, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,825 | August 6, 2027 | August 14, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,825 | August 6, 2027 | August 14, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,845 | August 6, 2027 | August 14, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,825 | August 6, 2027 | August 14, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,750 | August 20, 2027 | August 28, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,750 | August 20, 2027 | August 28, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,770 | August 20, 2027 | August 28, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,702 | August 20, 2027 | August 28, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,295 | September 3, 2027 | September 11, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,295 | September 3, 2027 | September 11, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,315 | September 3, 2027 | September 11, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,108 | September 3, 2027 | September 11, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,295 | September 17, 2027 | September 25, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,295 | September 17, 2027 | September 25, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,315 | September 17, 2027 | September 25, 2027 |
| Single | USD 3,076 | September 17, 2027 | September 25, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,295 | October 1, 2027 | October 9, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,295 | October 1, 2027 | October 9, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,315 | October 1, 2027 | October 9, 2027 |
| Single | USD 2,959 | October 1, 2027 | October 9, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 2,250 | October 15, 2027 | October 23, 2027 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,250 | October 15, 2027 | October 23, 2027 |
| Triple | USD 2,270 | October 15, 2027 | October 23, 2027 |
| Single | USD 2,836 | October 15, 2027 | October 23, 2027 |
Day by day
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Day 1
Welcome to Tirana
A city of contrasts, Tirana welcomes you with bold colors, Ottoman relics and creative spirit. Get your bearings uncovering its hidden corners before meeting your fellow travelers and Travel Director for dinner in Albania’s lively capital. Locations: Tirana
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Day 2
Sights of Tirana
Tirana’s layered history comes to life as you explore with your Local Specialist. See Skanderbeg Square, where Albania’s national hero takes center stage, along with the Et’hem Bey Mosque and Clock Tower. Then, head underground at Bunk’Art 2, a former communist bunker turned museum. This afternoon, explore at your own pace or join an Optional Experience to Kruja, the historic hometown of Skanderbeg, who led Albania’s resistance against the Ottoman Empire. This evening, you may choose an Optional Experience with a traditional Albanian dinner and show featuring music, dance and a symbolic Tirana wedding. Locations: Tirana
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Day 3
To Ottoman Berat and on to Vlorë
Travel through the hills of central Albania, passing vineyards and farmland on the way to Berat. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this town is known for its Ottoman-era houses stacked into the hillside, earning it the name ‘City of a Thousand Windows’. Visit the hilltop citadel before meeting Gladiola Çipi, where you’ll sample rose juice, rakija and Turkish Delight as she shares the customs and stories that have shaped her family’s life for generations. Continue to the coastal town of Vlorë, where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea. This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at Kantina & Ferma Dukat, a family-run farm where you’ll share a home-cooked Albanian meal made with ingredients from the land, including olives, cheese, byrek and wine from their own vineyard. Locations: Tirana, Berat, Vlorë
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Day 4
Explore the Albanian Riviera
Set out from Vlorë for a day exploring the Albanian Riviera with your Local Specialist. Soak up the charm of Himarë and maybe take a dip at Spile Beach, shop for souvenirs or enjoy fresh local seafood. Then visit Porto Palermo and step inside the 19th-century castle, built by an Ottoman Albanian ruler as a symbol of love for his wife, whilst taking in amazing views of the Ionian Sea. After a day by the coast, it’s back to Vlorë for the evening. Locations: Vlorë, Himarë, Porto Palermo Bay, Vlorë
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Day 5
North to Montenegro
Travel north from the Albanian Riviera into Montenegro, where rugged mountains frame the coast. Stop en route for a traditional lunch at Mrizi i Zanave, a family-run farm in Fishtë where organic produce, homemade cheese and wine from the vineyard come together to celebrate Albania’s slow food traditions. Continue to Budva, a coastal town known for its fortified Old Town and history as one of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic. After checking in, there’s time to explore the surrounding area at your own pace — visit the Old Town, walk along the seafront or take in the local atmosphere. Locations: Vlorë, Budva
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Day 6
Discover Our Lady of the Rocks and Kotor
Start your morning with a scenic boat ride across the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. Join your Local Specialist to step inside its famed church and hear the legend behind this unique pilgrimage site. Explore the medieval town of Kotor, winding through its cobbled streets and ancient city walls. Back in Budva, the afternoon is yours. You could stroll through the old town, unwind on the beach or join an Optional Experience to ride the Kotor Cable Car for views over the bay, mountains and coastline before exploring Budva’s Old Town with a Local Specialist. This evening, perhaps join an Optional Experience at Hotel Adrović, dining on its panoramic terrace with views over Sveti Stefan resort and the Adriatic coast. Locations: Budva, Perast, Kotor, Budva
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Day 7
Cross the Border to Croatia
This morning travel through coastal landscapes as you cross the border into Croatia and continue into the Dalmatian region. Join a guided walking tour of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik with a Local Specialist. Explore its centuries-old streets, admire views of the city walls and hear stories of the republic that once ruled these shores. You’ll have time to walk the ramparts or find some familiar scenes from Game of Thrones. This evening, you may choose to join an Optional Experience sunset cruise along the Dalmatian coastline, complete with dinner on board and views of the coast bathed in golden light. Locations: Budva, Dubrovnik
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Day 8
Dubrovnik Your Way
Enjoy Dubrovnik your way. Head to the beach, hit the shops, or you may wish to join an Optional Experience to historic Ston, where a Local Specialist reveals the story of its ancient salt pans, mighty walls and maritime past. Tonight, come together with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner to celebrate the highlights and memories of your trip. Locations: Dubrovnik
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Day 9
Farewell Dubrovnik
With unforgettable memories of the Balkan Riviera, it’s time to say goodbye to Dubrovnik as you depart for your journey home. Locations: Dubrovnik