TRIP SNAPSHOT

16 days

7 countries

Visiting 7 countries: Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, Greece

19 meals

Twin-share / double / single room

-15 nights in hotel-style accommodation (twin or double)

Play & Pause

Play & Pause = the perfect mix of group activities and all-important YOU time.

28 travellers (max)

Trip Leader

Driver

Coach

TRIP VIBE = the perfect mix of group activities and all-important YOU time.

This 16-day adventure across Southeastern Europe will take you to places you’ve had on your bucket-list since you first dreamed of travel. AND, it’s full of surprises that’ll Blow. Your. Mind. Hit historic cities like Dubrovnik, Saravejo and Athens. Chill on beaches along the Albanian Riviera. Swap your brunches for late lunches. And have time to do you. With a small bunch of travel besties to share these life-changing moments with, you’ll make mems that’ll stand the test of time.

Map & itinerary

Day 1 - Venice

Ciao amici, you’re in Venice! You probs already know it for romantic gondola rides, beaut canals and that viral TikTok of *ahem* floods. But it’s so. Much. MORE. We rec you get here a few nights before to truly experience the real Venice. Its vibrant art scene, majestic museum culture and iconic buildings are no joke. Back to the first day of the rest of your life... Meet the people you’re gonna call fam by the end of the trip at our welcome dinner. Tasty food, sparkling juices and the beginning of a new adventure? What’s not to love.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Delfino Venezia Mestre or similar

Meals
  • Dinner

Day 2 - Venice – Lake Bled - Ljubljana

Rise n shine, it’s the first full day! Slovenia’s on the cards and we’re hitting it strong. With a stop at Lake Bled. Fairytale vibes and then some. Tranquil waters. Lush green forests. And a magical island Rapunzel could call home. Snap your pics. Bask in the serene ambience. Take a dip. Then: Ljubljana calls. The capital is brimming with cool af things to do. With your awesome trip mates or solo. This is your trip, your way. See the dragons along Zmajski most (Dragon Bridge). Relax and swap stories with your new fam in Tivoli Park. Or stroll to Ljubljana Castle for beaut views. That feeling in your chest? Pure happiness.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park or similar

Activities
  • Visit Lake Bled
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 3 - Ljubljana

Your first taste of a Topdeck free day. Let’s get it. Wander through the winding streets of the city’s old town. The colourful buildings and delish aromas are enough to make your eyes pop and your mouth drool. Wanna see more colour? Saunter through the artsy Metelkova district to take in graffiti like you’ve never seen. Then: grab a late lunch along the river. Our rec? Cheese and charcuterie boards. After, treat your mates back home cos they’re missing out on an awesome trip. Ljubljana’s dragon souvenirs do not disappoint. Later: gather the gang and sip a chilled glass of wine under the night sky.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 4 - Ljubljana – Plitvice Lakes National Park - Zadar

Scoff your brekky, we’ve got another country to get to. This time: Croatia. We’ll begin this part of the journey with a trip to Plitvice Lakes National Park. This is your time to explore. Get lost. Discover something new. Find yourself along the way. Then: tumble back onto the coach cos Zadar is calling. Hit the old town with your trip mates. Full of Roman ruins, quirky cafes and medieval churches, there’s so much to see. Later: the only place to be is the spot where sea meets land. The main characters? The Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun. As the sun sets, listen to the experimental instrument powered by the rolling of waves and stick around for the I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E light show when the sky turns dark.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Porto or similar

Activities
  • Entry to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 5 - Zadar – Dubrovnik

Hop back on the coach, we’re hitting Dubrovnik with all we’ve got. And what better way to get acquainted with this stunning city than on a walking tour with an expert local guide. Feast your eyes on views of Sponza Palace, Rector Palace, Dubrovnik Cathedral and the old town: one of the most perfectly preserved medieval cities in the entire world. Facts. Once your daily step count hits 10k, see how this city lights up at night. Stroll along the boardwalk solo to see pretty reflections in the water. Grab some of your trip mates and relax in the Cave Bar with a cocktail in hand. Or feel the evening breeze with your travel bestie as you watch the sun set at Copacabana Beach.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Vis or similar

Activities
  • Walking tour of Dubrovnik with local guide
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 6 - Dubrovnik

You’re taking charge today – it’s giving throne vibes. GOT fans are gonna love Lovrijenac Fort (The Red Keep), Dubrovnik West Pier (Blackwater Bay), St Dominic Street (THAT walk of shame moment) and heaps of other locations you’ve deffo seen on screen. Fancy taking to the water instead? There’s a lit optional activity that’s gonna have you kayaking your way around the ancient city walls. Why see ’em from land when you can see ’em from the sun-drenched Adriatic Sea, right? These kayaks fit two travel buds, so if you need a lil chill moment along the way, your mate can flex those muscles real good. And vice-versa. Obvs. Later, grab dinner in the old town and say Živjeli! to another incred city ticked off the travel bucket-list.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Vis or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast

Your Options

  • Sea kayaking around the ancient city walls of Dubrovnik: from €40

Day 7 - Dubrovnik – Mostar - Sarajevo

Say see ya to Croatia. Bosnia Herzegovina are up next. First location: Mostar. This place is pure paradise. River water that gleams. Architecture that plunges you to another world. And that world-famous Stari Most bridge. Our Trip Leader’s gonna share the deets during an orientation walk before we head to Bosnia’s capital: Sarajevo. The city is yours to play in for a few hours. Catch views from Latin Bridge. Have a cheeky bev in one of old town’s easy-going bars. Or get a dose of history at a musuem: the tiny, hidden Saravejo Musuem is a treasure trove of history dating wayyy back to the Ottoman period. Even some of the locals don’t know where this is. Later, we’re all getting our feast on together at an included dinner.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Art or similar

Activities
  • Orientation walk of Mostar with Trip Leader
Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 8 - Saravejo

Saravejo is your playground today, so get up, get out and stash some mems into your brain. Hop between the mosques and synagogues dotted around the city. Drink from the Sebilj Fountain for a guaranteed return to this part of the world. Sample some baklava – it's a MUST. Or take this day as an opportunity to learn about the fall of Yugoslavia and the longest siege to occur in modern warfare. Your guide will share insider knowledge, take you to important sites and teach you about the city’s tragic past. Tonight, dinner’s on you. Grab something authentic and turn in early to reflect on the day’s antics.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Art or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast

Your Options

  • Fall of Yugoslavia and Sarajevo Siege Tour: from €30

Day 9 - Sarajevo – Bay of Kotor

Onwards to Montenegro! Ngl, it’s a bit of a drive today and we’ll get to Bay of Kotor this arvo. The hotel we’re staying at is a bit of a walk from Kotor Old Town, so you’ve got the option to have a chill beside the pool. Catch up on some reading. Snooze the afternoon away. Top up your tan. Or float in the water. If you don’t fancy an afternoon in your swimmers, take a leisurely stroll up to the old town to get your bearings before heading back for a quiet dinner with the fam at a local restaurant. A little Ramp;R day hits different in this part of the world. Pinky swear.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Splendido or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 10 - Bay of Kotor

Another day of freedom to do YOU. Thank us later. Spend the day getting to know each other beside the pool. The stories that could come out = real af. Gaze at the STUN-NING mountain views allll day long. Wander around the old town of Kotor. Stumble across narrow streets. Hike up to Kotor Fortress for awesome panoramic views. Step inside the beaut cathedral. Stroke some cats (Kotor’s saviours according to legend). Or step aboard an optional boat tour and head out to Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks. Natural wonders. Refreshing swims. Beaut islands. And quaint churches. This is REAL travel.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Splendido or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast

Your Options

  • Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks speedboat tour: from €85

Day 11 - Bay of Kotor – Tirana

It’s another morning of coach time. Fill your bellies with brekkie. Pair up with your trip bestie. And get the travel games out. Our next stop is Albania. Specifically: Tirana. Our Trip Leader’s gonna give us the lowdown during an orientation walk. Prepare for industrial vibes, lush gardens, art galleries and churches galore. Once the daily steps have been counted, the rest of the day is yours. Head back to Skanderbeg Square to absorb the national buildings for longer than a few mins. Climb the Clock Tower for incred views of the entire city. Sprawl beside the lake in Grand Park. Or hit one of the museums to fill your brain with even more facts. After: lick your lips over an included dinner and then hit a jazz bar. Vibes = lit.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Metro Hotel Tirana or similar

Activities
  • Orientation walk of Tirana with Trip Leader
Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 12 - Tirana – Albanian Riviera

Truthbomb: it’s a long drive day. If you’re head’s feelin’ a lil fuzzy from last night, take this opportunity to get into the fetal position and catch some zeds. Pure relaxation is the vibe for today anyway cos the Albanian Riviera is next on the agenda. It’s giving dreamy, turquoise, never-getting-over-these-views kinda feels. Sunbathing = mandatory. Tonight, dinner’s on you. Swap your swimmers for something stretchy cos eyes will be bigger than bellies when you see the delish level of local eats – it's Off. The. Scale.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

CLASS Hotel or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 13 - Albanian Riviera

Who’s up for another day of blissful paradise? You got it. Gather the gang (or go solo if you need some me-time!), grab your kindle, find a shop that sells floatable donuts, and hit the golden sands for a full day of chill vibes. Do whatever feels good: afternoon naps, sea dives, secret swaps. Later, head to a local restaurant to get your fill of food that slaps. Then, take your pick of colourful cocktails at an awesome beach club. Tonight’s ambience = unmatched.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

CLASS Hotel or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 14 - Albanian Riviera – Meteora

Ah, Greece. The place of mythology, famous sunsets and democracy’s birthplace. First up is Meteora. A rock formation that could have only been created by the ancient gods themselves. No cap. If that wasn’t awesome enough, there are heaps of Byzantine monasteries on top. We’ve got plenty of time at this otherwordly UNESCO World Heritage Site, so get ready to have your mind BLOWN. Enter the holy sites for a fee. Snap a pic – no filter needed, duh. Breathe in the fresh air. Take in allll the views. This is your life. On a scale of 1 – 11, how stoked are you?

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Hotel Famissi or similar

Activities
  • Visit the cliffside monasteries of Meteora (entry not included)
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 15 - Meteora – Athens

Try not to cry, today’s the last full day. Let’s end it with a bang in Greece’s capital: ATHENS. This city is next level, no cap. The mighty Acropolis stands on top of the world. Its museum will take you back in time. The colourful streets of Plaka scream explore-with-all-you-got! Make the most of this arvo. Grab a souvlaki. Head to a rooftop bar to toast your adventure together. Wander the market streets for some last min souvenirs. Tonight: we’re gathering for dinner one last time. Let’s make it one to remember.

Your Inclusions

Accommodation

Candia Hotel or similar

Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 16 - Athens

Not ready for the fun to end? Call us your travel fairy godmother, we’ve made your dreams come true. Our Delve Deep and Sail & Swim Greek Islands trips start tonight. Practice your best ABBA tune cos the Mamma Mia vibes are Next. Level. And you get a lil more time in Athens too. Sweet!

Your Inclusions

Meals
  • Breakfast

Read the reviews

Verified customer feedback powered byFeefo

5

Anonymous October 2024

I absolutely loved this tour so much it was the perfect mix of history and culture while still being fun and exciting. The itinerary was awesome and September was an awesome time of year for it as it was still sunny and gorgeous without the peak summer crowds. All of the included extras were so worth it and there was a great balance of free time too. It was so great being driven around and taken...

5

Grace Mi September 2024

4

Alexander Da August 2024

This trip was a good mix of active cities and smaller beach towns. Our tour guide, Chloe, was a great resource that you could rely on. You’ll definitely want to book all the optional activities so there is always something to do. Also, plan to bring more than one bathing suit. Transportation from city to city could have been improved (lunch and bathroom stops should be pre-determined times and...

5

Anonymous August 2024

The trip was absolutely amazing, the perfect mix of fun days out but also chill time to do your own things. All the places were amazing and well worth the while.

5

Anonymous May 2024

This trip itinerary was the best! So many hidden gems and very well paced. I wish we had more time in Lake Bled and Zadar, but overall everything was amazing. Jude was a passionate and knowledgeable tour guide, Malek was a great driver and got us through the borders quickly with no fuss.

5

Anonymous May 2024

The Balkans are so beautiful and I loved exploring with Topdeck. I wish we had two nights in every stop!

5

Emily Kn May 2024

Absolutely amazing trip seeing places I would never travel Toby myself. Our tour guide was amazing, and it really was the perfect balance of fun activities, learning about the history of each place, and free time to explore.

5

Tim Do May 2024

I was very lucky to be on the first edition of this tour in May 2024! It was great introduction to all the countries along the coast between Italy and Greece.

Itinerary was the perfect mix of capital cities and seaside towns, with plenty of options for swimming, city walks, and visiting historic sites.

Our guide Jude was passionate and knowledgeable about all the countries we visited, and about...

£60 deposit
Book now with a low deposit of just £60.
Pay in instalments

Pay in instalments that suit YOU up to 60 days before departure.

Unlimited no fee changes

Make changes to your trip up to 60 days before departure, with ZERO amendment fees.

GET INSPIRED

All your trip details in one handy place.

Your trip details

Code: TSEVA5