Classic Balkans: Zagreb to Sarajevo
- Trip code: 4L3X018
- Dauer: 15
- Stil: Classic
Get ready for a 15-day adventure packed with the best of Croatia and Bosnia. Kick things off in Croatia’s vibrant capital, then head south through lively cities, breathtaking natural beauty, and historic monuments that’ll make your jaw drop. End your journey in Sarajevo, a charming city nestled in the Dinaric Alps, brimming with culture and history. From capital to capital and all the incredible stops in between, this trip has everything you need for an epic adventure — no fluff, just pure wonder.
Übersicht
Checklist
Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Meals Included
13 Frühstück, 3 Mittagessen, 3 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD375-490 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Split
- Besichtigung der Kathedrale des Hl. Domnius (15-40HRK pro Person)
- Mestrovic-Galerie (30HRK pro Person)
- Besuch am Strand Bacvice (Gratis)
- Diocletian's Palace
Otok Brač
- Ausflug zur Insel Brač
Makarska
- Tuk Tuk Tour to Skywalk (60-70 pro Person)
Sarajevo
- Nationalmuseum von Bosnien und Herzegowina (10-30BAM pro Person)
- "Zeiten des Unglücks" Tour & Tunnel-Museum (54BAM pro Person)
- Gallery 11/07/95 (12-15BAM pro Person)
- Sarajevo Graffiti Art Tour
Start / Finish
Zagreb nach Sarajevo
What's Included
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Maritimo Recycling, Dubrovnik
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Foodie-Moment: Zadar Walking Food Tour, Zadar
Dein Foodie-Moment: Oyster Farm Food and Wine Experience with Lunch, Uvala Bistrina
Dein Foodie-Moment: Trebinje Market Tour, Trebinje
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Apiary Visit, Trebinje
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Cheese Making Farm Visit, Trebinje
Dein Foodie-Moment: Sarajevo Food Tour, Sarajevo. Orientation walks in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park. Hike in Krka Lakes National Park. Full-day excursion to the islands of Prvic and Zlarin from Šibenik. Walk along the old city wall of Ston. Tvrdoš Monastery Visit and Wine Tasting. Orientation walk in Trebinje. Visit the town of Stolac and the necropolis tombstones. See Kravica and Koćuša Waterfalls. Dinner and wine pairing at a winery in Čitluk. Visit the Pocitelj Ottoman stone town. Hike to the Blagaj Fortress. Visit the Dervish Monastery. Guided walking tour of Mostar. Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations
Accommodation
Hotels (14 nts)
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Highlights
Enjoy the stunning lakes and waterfalls at Plitvice and Krka National Parks, Wander past historic churches and monuments in Split and Dubrovnik, Visit a 5th generation women run apiary and local farm for farm-to-table dining experience, See the spectacular Kravica and Koćuša Waterfalls, Be immersed in Bosnia and Herzegovina's history in Mostar and Sarajevo
Transport
Private vehicle, ferry, walking
Introduction
Get ready for a 15-day adventure packed with the best of Croatia and Bosnia. Kick things off in Croatia’s vibrant capital, then head south through lively cities, breathtaking natural beauty, and historic monuments that’ll make your jaw drop. End your journey in Sarajevo, a charming city nestled in the Dinaric Alps, brimming with culture and history. From capital to capital and all the incredible stops in between, this trip has everything you need for an epic adventure — no fluff, just pure wonder
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Zagreb
Arrive at any time. After a welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on a orientation walk to get your bearings of the area and to see some of the street graffiti art on the way to an optional group dinner
Day 2 Zagreb/Plitvička Jezera
Travel south from Zagreb to the stunning and iconic Plitvice Lakes National Park. Explore the park’s forests, crystal waters, and cascading falls with our CEO for incredible scenery, natural beauty and photo opportunities. Continue to the hotel in the evening, check in and relax before a delicious dinner
Day 3 Plitvička Jezera/Šibenik
Depart the hotel after breakfast and drive to the coastal city of Zadar. Discover the city on a walking food tour with a local guide, exploring the historic city centre and important landmarks and culminating in a secluded garden for lunch and wine tasting. Continue to Krka National Park for a hike through the lush forest along the river to a series of spectacular waterfalls. Finish the day in the nearby city of Šibenik and enjoy a free evening
Day 4 Šibenik
Set off on a full-day excursion to explore the nearby islands of Prvic and Zlarin. Take the ferry first to Prvic and explore the old town and other parts of this small island with your CEO then hop on the next ferry to the nearby island of Zlarin. Populated since ancient times, Zlarin has many historical monuments worth exploring and and offers incredible views over the islands natural vistas towards the Adriatic Sea. Return to Šibenik in the afternoon and take a stroll through the old town with your CEO before enjoying the rest of the day and evening at leisure
Day 5 Šibenik/Makarska
Travel south along the coast today to the port city of Split. Explore the city with your CEO on an orientation walk to see some of the main sights and landmarks then enjoy free time for lunch and to continue exploring on your own with the chance to visit the Diocletian's Palace and the Riva promenade. In the late afternoon continue by bus to the city of Makarska to check into the hotel and enjoy a free evening
Day 6 Makarska
Enjoy a full free day to take advantage of the many optional activities available in and around Makarska. Perhaps take a ferry to the island of Brač to explore on your own, take a tuk tuk tour, go zip-lining in the nearby town of Tucepi or just relax on the local beach
Day 7 Makarska/Dubrovnik
Set off from Makarska along the coast and make a stop at a small bay called Uvala Bistrina to learn all about the local oyster farming and to sample some fresh ones and with wine and lunch from local ingredients. Take some free time to wander the town of Ston and to walk along the massive and historic Ston City wall which rewards those who climb it incredible views of the town and the surrounding mountains. Continue driving in the afternoon to Croatia's capital city, Dubrovnik and spend the rest of the evening at leisure
Day 8 Dubrovnik
Discover Dubrovnik today on an orientation walk with your CEO through the old part of the city and seeing some of the city's most iconic buildings and landmarks. Make a stop at the G Adventures-supported Maritimo Recycling, where artists are creatively working to clean up the Adriatic Sea. Then, take the rest of the day to continue exploring on your own, take an optional kayak excursion or relax in one of the many cafés and watch the world go by. Regroup in the evening for an optional final dinner out on the town
Day 9 Trebinje
Arrive at any time. After a welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on an evening orientation walk along the river and into the old town. Get your bearings of the area on the way to an optional group dinner
Day 10 Trebinje
Today is all about local flavours, culture and long-standing traditions.. Explore the organic market to sample some options and learn of the local specialties before transferring to a women run apiary and see how they manage the hives. Continue to a farm that has specialized in cheese making for more than 5 generations. Visit the farm and share a delicious farm-to-table lunch with the family. Understanding the local culture is made easier by immersing yourself in the cuisine, and there is no better way than this. The rest of the day is free after returning to Trebinje in the aftenroon
Day 11 Trebinje/Čitluk
Head out of Trebinje in the morning by bus for a day of highlights. First, stop in Stolac to see the town centre then visit a UNESCO-listed site with ornamented necropolis tombstones to get a glimpse into how people lived in the Middle Ages. Continue to the spectacular Kravica waterfall and carry on to the lesser-visited Koćuša Waterfall to enjoy the scenery and have time for lunch. Later, travel to the town of Čitluk for the night and cap off the day with dinner at a winery, paired with their locally produced wines
Day 12 Čitluk/Mostar
Immerse yourself in history today by visiting the Pocitelj Ottoman stone town and art colony, taking a short hike to the Blagaj Fortress, and soaking in the natural beauty of the Dervish Monastery, built on cliffs by the water at the mouth of the Buna River. Later, continue to the city of Mostar and set off on a guided walking tour before spending the rest of the evening at leisure
Day 13 Mostar/Sarajevo
Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo today, stopping at Tito's Bunker along the way. Explore the underground complex and learn of the Cold War-era history that made it come to be in the former communist Yugoslavia. Continue to the vibrant city of Sarajevo and be immersed in the local culinary scene on a history and food tour that will serve as a delicious dinner this evening and a great introduction to the city
Day 14 Sarajevo
Take advantage of a free day to get the most out of the beautiful city of Sarajevo. Dive into the history and tragic past with countless museums and culturally significant monuments, take a graffiti art tour or just relax and sample local flavours at one of the many cafes
Day 15 Sarajevo
Depart at any time
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Zagreb
Day 2 Zagreb/Plitvička Jezera
Day 3 Plitvička Jezera/Šibenik
Day 4 Šibenik
Day 5 Šibenik/Makarska
Day 6 Makarska
Day 7 Makarska/Dubrovnik
Day 8 Dubrovnik
Day 9 Trebinje
Trebinje boasts beautiful views of the river and the walled city, and offers various squares, mosques, and intricate archways.
Day 10 Trebinje
Day 11 Trebinje/Čitluk
Day 12 Čitluk/Mostar
Day 13 Mostar/Sarajevo
Day 14 Sarajevo
Day 15 Sarajevo
