Southern Europe is characterized by medieval castles dotting the coastline, old villages full of cultural traditions, and the gorgeous waters of the Mediterranean Sea. On this trip, travelers can explore the Balkan coastline, from Croatia to Greece. Travelers will explore Dubrovnik’s old town, including Fort Lovrijenac, a great stone fortress carved into the rock overlooking the blue waters. Driving through the Croatian countryside, they will arrive in the Bay of Kotor, a unique mountain-wrapped fjord with an old town at its heart. Kotor is a UNESCO-protected city, with classic Venetian architecture and historic churches and monuments. Driving along the Montenegrin coastline, travelers will make pit stops at St. Stefan Island and Lake Skadar to visit monasteries, steep mountains, and lakeside villages. In Tirana, the capital of Albania, travelers will visit the city’s highlights, including museums that introduce Albanian history, national parks, and food markets. Driving past Saranda on the Albanian Riviera, travelers can hop on a ferry to Corfu, a Greek island famed for its beaches and cultural heritage. Here they can experience the best of Greek island life by relaxing at the beach, trying traditional Greek dishes, and learning more about ancient Greek history.
This is an 8- day trip and costs $1,103 This is a G Adventures Roamie trip, a hostel-based trip style geared towards 18-35 year olds looking to explore iconic destinations through an immersive, and wallet-friendly experience. G Adventures is a sustainable, small-group tour company that has been leading travelers for 35+ years. They have been pioneers in community tourism, and their trips directly benefit the local communities they visit. They have a responsible travel effort called G For Good and partner with the nonprofit Planeterra, dedicated to ensuring communities touched by tourism benefit from it. They were rated one of CATALYST PLANET’s 8 Best Sustainable Travel Companies.