Amazing Balkans & Central Europe (4 Star Hotels)
Amazing Balkans & Central Europe (4 Star Hotels)
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Balkans and Central Europe with the "Amazing Balkans & Central Europe" tour, staying in luxurious 4-star hotels. Begin your adventure in Sofia, exploring vibrant cities like Belgrade, Sarajevo, and Dubrovnik, each offering unique cultural experiences and breathtaking landscapes. Discover the medieval charm of Kotor, the historical richness of Tirana, and the serene beauty of Ohrid. Fly to Berlin to experience its dynamic blend of history and modernity, then continue to the artistic wonders of Dresden and the medieval allure of Prague. Conclude your journey in the picturesque cities of Munich, Salzburg, and Vienna, where you'll marvel at architectural masterpieces and immerse yourself in rich cultural heritage. With guided city tours, comfortable accommodations, and the option for exciting activities, this tour promises an enriching and memorable exploration of this captivating region. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Sofia
Location: Sofia
Accommodation Name: Novotel Sofia - 4 Star
Welcome to Sofia! At the airport, keep an eye out for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel.
At the hotel around 7pm, have an informal welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
After you get all the critical information about the tour and have dinner at one of the many restaurants around the hotel, head out for our optional panoramic city tour around 9 pm.
Accommodation
Novotel Sofia - 4 Star
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
Panoramic City Tour
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Day 2: Sofia, Belgrade
Location: Belgrade
Accommodation Name: Abba Hotel or Similar - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a substantial breakfast, hop on the bus and make your way to the Serbian capital, Belgrade.
With stunning views over the Danube and Sava rivers by the mighty medieval Belgrade Fortress, head to the heart of the capitol.
Starting off at the vibrant pretty shopping street, Knez Mihailova, filled with cafes, shops and charming sites, kick off the walking tour to discover the incredible landmarks Belgrade has in store and their marvellous histories.
Accommodation
Abba Hotel or Similar - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Belgrade City Tour
Day 3: Belgrade, Sarajevo
Location: Sarajevo
Accommodation Name: Hotel Ibis Styles – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Next stop Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina's capital, the city that has been through it all! It is where the Western and Eastern Roman Empire split and where people of many nations and religions met, lived and warred.
You can still see many reminders of the Yugoslav War in bullet holes and cannon marks all around town.
Though, still an oriental beauty with a unique twist, and a delight to discover on your walking tour in the old town.
The city offers endless delicacies to taste, but the specialty is lamb.
Accommodation
Hotel Ibis Styles – 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Sarajevo City Tour
Day 4: Sarajevo, Mostar,Trebinje
Location: Mostar
Accommodation Name: SL Panorama Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we drive for the amazing Adriatic shore, but first a stop at Mostar! As you arrive in this dreamland, walk through the Old Town of this Herzegovina pearl, see the iconic highlights Old Bridge – Stari Most, and the old čaršija (market).
Enjoy your lunch with an amazing view at one of the local venues, discover the old town and make sure to try the delicious Turkish coffee.
In the afternoon, we ride to Trebinje for our overnight stay.
Accommodation
SL Panorama Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Mostar City Tour
Optional Activities
Kravice Waterfalls - EUR 30
Day 5: Trebinje, Dubrovnik, Trebinje
Location: Dubrovnik
Accommodation Name: SL Panorama Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Get ready for a long day at Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic"! With its well-preserved majestic walls encircling the whole town and its sea of terra-cotta roof tiles, giving life to the "King's Landing", the whole town is an amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Even the drive down to town from the mountain-side is a breakth-taking highlight in itself! We start off with a guided walking tour of the Old Town and marvel at the millennial history of this fairy-like town.
Walk atop the mighty walls, discover cute narrow streets, taste delicious seafood or jump off into the crystal-blue waters.
In the evening, we return to Trebinje for a good night's rest.
Accommodation
SL Panorama Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Dubrovnik City Tour
Optional Activities
Dubrovnik Boat Trip - EUR 40
Day 6: Trebinje, Kotor, Shkoder
Location: Kotor
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Europa – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Next stop Montenegro! Arrive in Kotor after a scenic drive an meet its calming natural beauty and characteristic architecture, a less-crowded version of Dubrovnik with its impressive medieval citadel.
Following a walking tour of the old town with your expert local guide and some free time.
Departure to Albania, which is our final destination for the day.
Shkoder is one of the most authentic cities in Albania.
Walking tour through the centre.
Overnight in Shkoder.
Accommodation
Grand Hotel Europa – 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Kotor City Tour
Shkoder Orientation Walking Tour
Day 7: Shkoder, Tirana, Ohrid
Location: Tirana
Accommodation Name: Hotel Aqualina or Similar – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hit the road after breakfast! A panoramic city tour of Tirana will introduce the best preserved and most beautiful samples of Albanian architecture, and drop us off at the town centre for some free time to discover the bustling Skenderbeg square.
In the afternoon, continue towards Ohrid, Macedonia and check-in to your comfy hotel.
You can rest up after a long day, or join the optional Balkan night with dinner.
Accommodation
Hotel Aqualina or Similar – 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Tirana City Tour
Optional Activities
Balkan Night with Dinner - EUR 35
Day 8: Ohrid, Skopje
Location: Ohrid
Accommodation Name: Hotel Panoramika Design or Hotel Next Door – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start off the day with a guided city tour of Old Ohrid hosting hundreds of chapels and churches scattered all around.
In the afternoon travel to Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, for the night.
Accommodation
Hotel Panoramika Design or Hotel Next Door – 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Ohrid City Tour
Optional Activities
St.
Naum Tour - EUR 25
Day 9: Skopje, Berlin (By Flight)
Location: Berlin
Accommodation Name: Hotel Park Inn or Holiday Inn City West or Hotel Mercure - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Are you ready to say goodbye to the Balkans and fly to Berlin, A city pulsating with a dynamic blend of history, culture, and contemporary vibrancy.
Later on, you can embrace the spirited energy of the city at your own pace.
Accommodation
Hotel Park Inn or Holiday Inn City West or Hotel Mercure - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Optional Activities
Group Dinner
Day 10: Berlin
Location: Berlin
Accommodation Name: Hotel Park Inn or Holiday Inn City West or Hotel Mercure - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a captivating morning exploration with a guided tour of Berlin, starting with a visit to the historic Reichstag building, which has housed the German Parliament since its construction in 1894.
Proceed to the iconic Brandenburg Gate, a symbol once emblematic of the city's division during the Cold War era.
Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, the gate has transformed into a powerful symbol of German unity, alongside the controversial Checkpoint Charlie.
As you traverse the city, cruise along the elegant Unter den Linden Boulevard and Kurfurstendamm, a renowned avenue that has long been one of Berlin's most iconic thoroughfares.
Pass by notable landmarks such as the German State Opera House and the Baroque Deutscher Dom (German Cathedral), a magnificent structure dating back to the 1700s.
Accommodation
Hotel Park Inn or Holiday Inn City West or Hotel Mercure - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Berlin City Tour
Optional Activities (2025)
Postdam City Tour with Sanssouci Palace (2025 departures only)
Day 11: Berlin-Dresden-Prague
Location: Dresden
Accommodation Name: Hotel Duo or Hotel Kinsky Fountain - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a hearty breakfast, travel from Berlin to Dresden, renowned for its impressive artistic masterpieces and Baroque architectural wonders.
Although significant portions of this city fell victim to wartime destruction, meticulous restoration efforts have restored its former splendor, notably showcased in landmarks such as the Royal Palace and its museum housing treasures dating back to the 1720s.
Your guided walking tour will lead you to iconic sites such as the Zwinger Palace, the Semper Opera, and the unmistakable Dresden Frauenkirche, the Church of Our Lady, meticulously reconstructed from rubble.
As the day comes to a close, travel on to the diverse Prague and check in to your hotel.
Accommodation
Hotel Duo or Hotel Kinsky Fountain - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Dresden City Tour
Day 12: Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation Name: Hotel Duo or Hotel Kinsky Fountain - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Delve into the medieval charm of Old Town as you explore its cobbled streets and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Old Town Square.
Embark on a guided tour to the hilltop Prague Castle complex, the former regal residence of Bohemian kings.
Discover the magnificence of St.
Vitus Cathedral from outside, the hallowed space where kings were crowned, and be treated to spectacular vistas offering panoramic views of the entire city below.
This comprehensive exploration promises to unveil the rich tapestry of Prague's history, architecture, and cultural heritage.
Later on you will traverse the iconic Charles Bridge, Europe's venerable stone bridge, marvel at the breathtaking views that unfold before you, leading you to the heart of Prague's medieval center, the Old Town.
In the evening, you can join the optional Medieval Dinner Show in cave for a unique experience.
Accommodation
Hotel Duo or Hotel Kinsky Fountain - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Prague City Tour
Optional Activities
Medieval Dinner Show in Cave - €55
Day 13: Prague-Regensburg-Munich
Location: Regensburg
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Paladium Munich or Wyndham Garden Munich Messe or Hotel Am Moosfeld - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a picturesque morning journey from Prague to the charming city of Regensburg in Germany.
Take your time to leisurely explore the enchanting delights of Regensburg, situated along the scenic Danube River.
Renowned as one of Germany's largest and impeccably preserved medieval cities, Regensburg holds the prestigious designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Allow yourself to be captivated by the architectural marvels, including stunning churches and the one-of-a-kind medieval stone bridge that gracefully spans the majestic River Danube.
Later on, we proceed towards the capital of Bavaria, Munich, and take a moment's rest to fuel up for a full day in Munich packed with popular sights.
Accommodation
Grand Hotel Paladium Munich or Wyndham Garden Munich Messe or Hotel Am Moosfeld - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Regensburg City Tour
Day 14: Munich
Location: Munich
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Paladium Munich or Wyndham Garden Munich Messe or Hotel Am Moosfeld - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
We begin the day with an introductory stroll led by your group leader to discover key attractions like Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, and Viktualienmarkt.
Marvel at the iconic Marienplatz, the city's vibrant central square, adorned with historical landmarks and surrounded by picturesque architecture.
Explore the awe-inspiring Frauenkirche, a symbol of Munich's rich history and a testament to its resilience.
For the rest of the day, enjoy free time at your own pace, or choose to engage in the optional excursion to the enchanting Nymphenburg Palace.
In the evening, don't miss the opportunity to savor traditional Bavarian food with the optional Hofbrauhaus - Bavarian Night Dinner.
Accommodation
Grand Hotel Paladium Munich or Wyndham Garden Munich Messe or Hotel Am Moosfeld - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Munich City Tour
Optional Activities
Nymphenburg Palace - €20
Hofbrauhaus - Bavarian Nigth Dinner - €45 (Advance group reservation fee included)
Day 15: Munich-Salzburg-Vienna
Location: Salzburg, Vienna
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus or Arcotel Donauzentrum or Arte Hotel or Arion Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a scenic journey from Munich to Salzburg, a captivating city cradled amidst the breathtaking Austrian Alps.
Take a guided tour through the highlights of Salzburg and acquaint yourself with the city's myriad attractions.
Visit Mirabell Palace and Gardens, where classical beauty converges with manicured landscapes.
Venture to the iconic Hohensalzburg Fortress, a medieval stronghold perched majestically on a hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding Alpine panorama.
Visit the awe-inspiring Salzburg Cathedral, a masterpiece of baroque architecture.
Delve into the Mozart Residence, the former home of the renowned composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, to gain insight into his life and musical genius.
Later, we proceed towards the capital of Austria, Vienna.
Accommodation
Best Western Plus or Arcotel Donauzentrum or Arte Hotel or Arion Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Salzburg City Tour
Day 16: Vienna
Location: Vienna, Ringstrasse, Hofburg, State Opera House, Castle of Belvedere, Schonbrunn Palace
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus or Arcotel Donauzentrum or Arte Hotel or Arion Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a captivating sightseeing odyssey today, beginning with a scenic drive along the renowned Ringstrasse, where landmarks such as the Empress Maria Theresia Monument, Votive Church, City Hall, and Parliament grace your path.
Stroll through the Hofburg courtyards, tracing the footsteps of history, until you reach the State Opera House.
Marvel at the architectural magnificence that punctuates this iconic cityscape before we make it to the Castle of Belvedere's garden where we will have some free time.
Later on, you can take an optional tour that unveils the grandeur of Schonbrunn Palace, once the opulent summer abode of the Habsburg emperors.
Immerse yourself in the rich historical tapestry as you traverse through the ornate halls and lush gardens of this imperial residence.
Accommodation
Best Western Plus or Arcotel Donauzentrum or Arte Hotel or Arion Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Entrance Fees
Schonbrunn Palace - €50
Optional Activities
Danube Tower - €30
Day 17: Vienna
Location: Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, after a delicious breakfast at the hotel, your unforgettable Central Europe tour comes to an end.
Bid farewell to your fellow travelers and the magnificent Europe until next time!
Meals Included
Breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in 4 Star Hotels throughout the tour.
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Meals
Enjoy 16 breakfasts during the tour.
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Transportation
Travel in an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as the Panoramic City Tour, Kravice Waterfalls, Dubrovnik Boat Trip, Balkan Night with Dinner, St. Naum Tour, Medieval Dinner Show in Cave, Nymphenburg Palace, Hofbrauhaus - Bavarian Night Dinner, and Danube Tower are not included and require additional payment.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to attractions such as Schonbrunn Palace are not included.
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with air-conditioned coaches or mini-buses, ensuring a comfortable journey between destinations. Arrival airport transfer from Sofia Airport to the hotel is included, and a flight from Skopje to Berlin is part of the itinerary.Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays in 4-star hotels throughout your journey, including Novotel Sofia, Abba Hotel, Hotel Ibis Styles, SL Panorama Hotel, Grand Hotel Europa, Hotel Aqualina, Hotel Panoramika Design, Hotel Park Inn, Hotel Duo, and Grand Hotel Paladium Munich.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in 4-star hotels throughout the journey.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, an arrival airport transfer from Sofia Airport to the hotel is included on day 1.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus for transportation.
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Is there a flight included in the tour itinerary?
Yes, there is a flight from Skopje to Berlin included in the tour.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes 16 breakfasts as part of the package.
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Will there be a tour guide during the trip?
Yes, the services of experienced Travel Talk local guides licensed by the Ministry of Tourism are included.
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Is Wi-Fi available during the tour?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available during the flight from Skopje to Berlin.
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What activities are included in the tour of Dubrovnik?
The tour includes a guided walking tour of the Old Town in Dubrovnik.
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What can I expect during the visit to Prague?
In Prague, you will explore the medieval charm of Old Town, visit the Prague Castle complex, and traverse the iconic Charles Bridge.
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What is the final destination of the tour?
The tour ends in Vienna, where you will have a sightseeing tour and free time to explore.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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Travel Talk Tours requires a minimum deposit of 150 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel talk tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 85% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Amazing Balkans & Central Europe (4 Star Hotels)
17 Days Starting in Sofia, Bulgaria and ending in Vienna, Austria
Visiting: Sofia, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Mostar, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Tirana, Ohrid, Berlin, Dresden, Prague, Regensburg, Munich, Salzburg, Vienna, Ringstrasse, Hofburg, State Opera House, Castle of Belvedere, Schonbrunn Palace ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CEUB2
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians