Hiking the Balkans: Via Dinarica
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Tour Overview
Get your heart racing on an active trip across four countries, showcasing some of the best of the Western Balkans. Hike through the Dinaric Alps from Croatia through Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Albania. Watch the sunset on an evening hike in Blidinje Nature Park and spend a day exploring Sarajevo at your own pace. Take a scenic ferry trip to Koman, follow the Valbona-Theth trail and see glacial lakes as you wander through Durmitor National Park in Montenegro. With history, culture, nature and adventure combined, this is a journey you won’t want to miss.
Trip Code: ZMXH
Start
Split
End
Tirana
Destination
Croatia
Meals
10 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights), Guesthouse (2 night), Pension (1 night), Bungalows (2 nights), Homestay (1 night).
Days
11
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
4i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Hike one of the world’s most beautiful mountain ranges and discover the history, culture and landscapes of not one, not two, but four southern European countries – Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Albania.
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Embark on a scenic trail to the highest and most remote village in Bosnia – Lukomir. Here, you’ll meet the locals, learn about their way of life and share lunch, laughs, local cheese and, of course, Bosnian coffee.
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Stay overnight in the fairytale-like Theth – one of the wonders in the Albanian Alps, declared a Protected Historic Center by the Albanian Government. Maybe swim in the Blue Eye of Theth or Grunasi Waterfall and cool off in your scenic surrounds.
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Explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed Durmitor National Park and take in the panoramic views across glacial lakes and pine forests as you hike.
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Take a ferry across Komani Lake. Cruise across the turquoise waters, framed by towering mountains and look for wild birds like kingfishers and grey herons.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
10 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights), Guesthouse (2 night), Pension (1 night), Bungalows (2 nights), Homestay (1 night).
Included activities
- Blidinje Nature Park: Hajducka Vrata guided night hike
- Blidinje Nature Park: guided stargazing on Cvrsnica Mountain
- Bjelasnica mountains guided hike
- Lukomir village visit
- Durmitor National Park - Lake Trail guided hike
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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