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 Lake Bled with the Church of the Assumption of Mary in the background.
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Balkans tours

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Delve into Southeastern Europe with Topdeck

Wanna do Europe a little bit differently? We got you. Our trips to the Balkans (that’s Southeastern Europe to you and me) tick off heaps of lesser-explored destinations, making them perfect for those looking to go beyond the typical tourist trail.

From Bosnia and Herzegovina to Romania, Montenegro, Croatia and Slovenia, you’ll see epic sights like the quirky Rila Monastery, magical Lake Bled and stunning Plitviče National Park – with a group of like-minded travel mates at your side. Add to that a tantalising menu of awesome optional extras (think: sea kayaking in Dubrovnik) and you’ve got yourself a pretty unforgettable holiday. What could be better?

Featured Balkans tours

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South Balkans: Bays & Bazaars

14 days
18 guests (max)
4 countries

From $2,599

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Greece & Turkey: Temples & Tides

19 days
18 guests (max)
3 countries

From $5,339

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Venice to Athens: Culture & Coastline

17 days
18 guests (max)
7 countries

From $3,799

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Central & Southeastern Europe: A Cultural Circuit

33 days
18 guests (max)
11 countries

From $6,999

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Balkans tours: things to do  

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Soak up the natural beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park 

A magical world of terraced lakes and shimmering waterfalls, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park sits right at the top of many explorers' bucket lists for very good reason. And did we mention that this place looks picture-perfect all year round? Expect a lush green paradise (and lots of butterflies) in summer, and a twinkling, frozen-over wonderland in winter. One word: epic.

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Explore the depths of the jaw-dropping Postojna Cave

Underground mountains and rivers. Massive subterranean halls. Stalagmites, stalactites and more. Hold up - is that a train? You better believe it! The captivating Postojna Cave is a 100% bucket list-worthy series of caverns and passages that was formed an incredible TWO MILLION years ago by the Pivka River. Embrace the creepiness and get involved. Just don't forget to bring a jacket!

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Fall in love with enchanting Lake Bled

You've seen the social media posts. You've seen the documentaries. Now it's time to come face to face with the famous Lake Bled for real! And guess what? It's just as picture-perfect in real life as it is in the photographs. Think: aquamarine waters, a quaint little island church, an impressive mountain backdrop... heck, it's even got a cliff-side castle to write home about. New profile pic, anyone? 

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Top 6 Reasons to Book your Southeastern Europe trip with Topdeck

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Unique experiences

From visits to Plitviče Lakes National Park to Game of Thrones tours in Dubrovnik, our included and optional activities will give your trip to the Balkans allllll of the once-in-a-lifetime feels.

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Passion & expertise 

With over 50 years in the travel industry, a team of passionate Crew and a collection of award-winning trips under our belt, you can be sure we know Southeastern Europe inside out.

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Freedom to explore 

No one wants to feel like a sheep. That’s why our trips through the Balkans offer loads of free time to uncover hidden gems, channel your inner explorer and create your own travel story.

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Lasting friendships 

Memories fade, but friends are forever. On our trips, you’ll hang out with amazing people from all around the world. Ready to make friendships that last a lifetime?

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Delicious food 

Nobody does yummy food quite like the Balkans. From fresh seafood to ćevapi, this region packs tasty treats for days. Rest assured we’ll ensure your tummy is just as full as your passport.

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Value for money 

With no hidden costs, free Wi-Fi on our coaches and our No Tipping policy, we’ve got all the important stuff covered – meaning you score a great value Balkans trip, completely hassle free.

Explore the Balkans by trending destination

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Croatia

There's the ancient city walls of Dubrovnik's Old Town and the beautiful Plitvice Lakes National Park to explore as well as paradise islands like Pag, Hvar and Mljet. Did we mention that sailing Croatia is one of the best ways to see this awesome country? Ahoy there!

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Slovenia

Your fairy tales come to life in Slovenia. Castles and a magical riverfront are guaranteed to give you sweet dreams of your Topdeck trip.

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Montenegro

Hit up Montenegro for yummy seafood, beach cocktails and a Romanesque town just waiting to be explored. Grab your sunscreen and get aboard this Topdeck trip.

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Bosnia

Bosnia and Herzegovina has a hundred stories to tell and spectacular sights to boot. Come and experience the resilient spirit of this country on a Topdeck trip.

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Albania

Explore colourful Tirana, Albania's capital, on a Topdeck trip. Transformed into a pastel-coloured city, look out for bright apartments and historical sites. Cameras at the ready!

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Serbia

When in Belgrade, relax in the bohemian cafés of Skadarlija or feel the pull of the Nikola Tesla Museum. A Topdeck trip to Serbia is an electric experience.