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14 days / 13 nights
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Starting point
Zagreb
Finish point
Belgrade
Season
From June to September


Starting point
Zagreb
Finish point
Belgrade
Season
From June to September
Highlights
- Journey through captivating Balkan countries by scenic train routes
- Explore iconic cities including Zagreb, Split, Sarajevo, and Belgrade
- Discover UNESCO-listed old towns, ancient fortresses, and medieval bridges
- Travel the legendary Montenegro Express through dramatic mountain landscapes
- Enrich your adventure with day trips to Kotor, Dubrovnik and Budva
- Embrace authenticity and the art of train travel
Itinerary of the trip
What’s included in the price?
Self-guided
NOT INCLUDED
Step aboard for a one-of-a-kind journey through the Balkans!
This unique train tour takes you on a journey through one of Europe’s most complex and fascinating regions, using a patchwork of scenic rail lines, road transfers, and border crossings to weave together the best of the Balkans.
Train travel in the Balkans reflects the region’s layered history: parts of the network were built under Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, and Yugoslav rule, with grand ambitions that never quite aligned.
You’ll cross mountain ranges and river canyons, journeying by rail from the Croatian interior to the Adriatic coast, and on through Bosnia, Montenegro, and Serbia.
The trains link some of the Balkans’ most evocative cities: Zagreb, with its Austro-Hungarian elegance and café culture; Split, where Diocletian’s Palace still pulses with everyday life; Sarajevo, where mosques, synagogues, and churches stand side by side; and Belgrade, a city of defiant energy, layered history, and riverside charm.
The highlight for many is the Montenegro Express, a dramatic 12-hour train ride from the seaside town of Bar to Belgrade that crosses 254 tunnels and 435 bridges, including the legendary Mala Rijeka Viaduct, one of the highest railway bridges in the world.
Along the way, optional day trips bring added depth and flexibility. Trace the medieval walls and UNESCO-protected sights of Dubrovnik, drift along the dramatic bay of Kotor, or explore the lively streets of Budva on the Montenegrin coast.
Join us on this moving journey through the soul of the Balkans, sip rakija in a Belgrade kafana and enjoy the beautiful mountain landscapes from the comfort of a train!
Frequently Asked Questions
All available guidance options
Self-guided
For travellers that want flexibility and independence. We organize the tours of your choice, but the adventure of getting around is all yours. You will get a fly & drive itinerary handout with activities, accommodations and travelling tips with full support of our team for any emergencies or concerns. You will take yourself around, but we can arrange a car rental or even a campervan if you wish.
HASSLE-FREE
We handle itineraries, accommodations, and anything else you prefer not to deal with, so you can enjoy a carefree holiday.
UNBEATABLE SUPPORT
Our 24/7 customer support is where we show our passion, bringing you a better experience by making your well-being our number one priority.
EXCEEDING YOUR EXPECTATIONS
Our expert team, deeply familiar with Europe's unique landscapes and rich heritage, has meticulously selected only the finest tours to surpass your expectations.
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE
We are a financially protected company, fully bonded and insured, keeping your money safe and allowing you to travel with confidence.