Arrive in Ljubljana
Settle in and explore the riverside old town.
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INTERNATIONAL ESCAPES
Balkans & Adriatic Europe: Ljubljana to Athens
An overland journey through lakes, Adriatic towns and Balkan cultural centres, ending in Athens.
AT A GLANCE
Places along the way
01Ljubljana
02Lake Bled
03Zagreb
04Plitvice
05Split
06Dubrovnik
07Kotor
08Tirana
09Ohrid
10Skopje
11Athens
THE JOURNEY
Day by day
Lake Bled outing
Visit the lake and return to Ljubljana or stay nearby.
Travel to Zagreb
Cross into Croatia on a confirmed route and walk the historic centre.
Plitvice landscape day
Use reserved park entry and walk a suitable trail in allowed areas.
Continue to Split
Travel to the coast and enjoy an evening in the old town.
Split at leisure
Explore the historic core or choose a weather-suitable island outing.
Travel to Dubrovnik
Follow the coast with breaks and settle in near the old city.
Dubrovnik heritage
Walk the old town and choose a viewpoint or short boat trip.
Cross to Montenegro
Allow time for the border and explore the Bay of Kotor.
Kotor bay day
Choose a gentle bay cruise or a local heritage walk.
Travel to Tirana
Use a booked transfer across Albania and enjoy an easy evening.
Tirana culture
Explore museums, markets and the city's central squares.
Continue to Ohrid
Cross into North Macedonia and spend time by the lake.
Ohrid lakeside
Visit selected heritage sites and keep the afternoon flexible.
Travel to Skopje
Explore the old bazaar or riverfront after arrival.
Travel to Athens
Use a confirmed flight or road connection and rest on arrival.
Depart from Athens
Choose a short heritage visit before the agreed departure.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Trip details
Proposed inclusions
- Route planning and travel coordination
- Accommodation in the category agreed before booking
- Ground transfers and guided visits listed in the final proposal
- Destination guidance for the confirmed itinerary
Usually separate
- International and domestic flights unless specifically added
- Visas, travel insurance and entry charges unless specifically added
- Meals, tickets, permits and optional activities not listed in the final proposal
- Personal spending and tips
Visa and entry rules, advisories, transport, tickets and availability must be checked for your passport and travel dates before booking. Border rules, park entry, road conditions and the Skopje–Athens connection need individual confirmation. The final route may change to preserve reasonable travel days.