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Balkan Highlights Train Tour

14 days / 13 nights

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Uncover the Balkans on a train adventure crowned by the Montenegro Express, where stunning views and historic cities create an unforgettable holiday.

Starting point

Zagreb

Finish point

Belgrade

Season

From June to September

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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

What’s included in the price?

Self-guided

13 nights in 3* accommodation with breakfast
Digital guidebook with itinerary, recommendations and practical information
Transfers and train tickets as per itinerary
Tour design and organization
Service and support during your trip
Walking tour of Zagreb
Walking tour of Split
Walking tour of Sarajevo
Walking tour of Belgrade

NOT INCLUDED

Optional day trips
Tourist tax

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

On our tours, we want to adjust to your needs as much as possible. That’s why we use a few different accommodations with the same quality. The place of your stay depends on your preferences, budget and availability, especially if we travel during peak season. But don’t worry, we will inform you in advance of all the details!

Your accommodations mostly include breakfast. For other meals, we are aware that everyone has different preferences, which is why we have decided to give you a free hand in choosing restaurants so everyone can eat what they want. We can recommend some places to you, and if you would like to eat at a particular restaurant or try local delicacies, we can make a reservation for you – just let us know. One thing is for sure – you will not go hungry!

Our train tours include local, regional, long-distance and sleeper trains, depending on the tour. We firmly stand behind environmentally friendly travel and authentic experiences, and train travel on established routes is the perfect combination of both. Some of our tours might include special experiences, such as riding aboard a steam train where that is possible.

All of our tours are self-guided so you can explore your favourite places at your own pace! We believe every traveller has a unique experience and perception on travel, which is why we have decided to cater to your preferences and not restrict you with mandatory guided tours. This way, you are entirely free to explore as much as you want.

A self-guided tour is your chance to spend as much time exploring each location as you wish. No tour guide rushing you to move on to the next location, no checking your watch to meet the group for a mandatory check-in. A self-guided tour allows you the flexibility to explore your interests in depth and skip those that might not interest you. We will provide you with a detailed itinerary, complete with a list of incredible sights and its descriptions and the rest is up to you!

We strongly encourage you to arrive at the train stations at least 15-30 minutes before your departure time to avoid any potential mishaps. Some of the train tickets may be flexible, meaning the departure time is not tied to the ticket and you can hop on another train, however, that is not always possible. 

Most European train stations are equipped with digital displays showcasing departure times, locations and platforms. Make sure you arrive at the train station early enough to find the right platform. And don’t worry – if you’re ever confused, you can always ask the people at the information desk and they will immediately tell you exactly which platform your train will leave from!

This price is for two travelers sharing one room, throughout the trip, during the low season, and includes basic accommodation.

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