Balkans Discovery Trip

with Kach Umandap

Balkans Discovery Trip by FilipinoPassport.com

Do you have limited vacation time but want to see and experience the Balkans? If you’re collecting passport stamps then Eastern Europe is the best since you’ll get an Entry and Exit stamp for each country, so join my group tours in 2025!

There can be more challenges in traveling around the Balkans compared to the rest of Europe. There are fewer public transport options in the Balkans, unlike the well-connected trains of countries like France, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands. The best way is by private car, but of course this becomes much more expensive, and you must drive on unfamiliar and often mountainous roads.

Confirmed Tour Dates:

September 21 to October 5, 2025
October 11 to October 25, 2025

Itinerary:

Click here for the detailed itinerary:

Tour Prices:

2025 Balkans Tour: €2,200 – Last chance at this price!

2025 Balkans Tour (€2,200)

15 days

in a private van and driver

6 Countries

in a private van and driver

€2,200

The price includes transfers, accommodation, entrance fees, and food (selected days)

Who is this tour for?

  • Any nationality as long as you can get a tourist visa (in advance) or can enter visa free to these 6 countries (having a valid USA or Schengen visa would give you visa-free access to all the Balkans). We can also support you with the visa application.

  • Solo, Couple or Family Travelers who are 18 years old and above (no children, sorry)

  • Friends traveling together

Tour Details

Shared or Single Rooms

The hotels we stay in are 3 or 4 stars. Breakfast is included in most hotels.

Age groups: 18+

There will be parties and wine tours, so tour will not fit children.

Installments Available

Reserve your slot for only €300 now and pay the rest in installments.

  • We’ll have our own private van and driver who will handle everything for us, including the immigration border crossings, unlike other tours where you’d be using public transportation.

  • We’ll have a minimum of 14 and a maximum of 18 people in each group.

  • There will be parties and wine tours, but if you don’t drink, then don’t worry. I’ll make sure you’ll have your water & juice (and no pressure to drink!).

  • The itinerary is subject to change based on the weather, but the dates are confirmed. You’ll all get your final tour kit with a complete itinerary, hotel reservations, what to pack, and everything that you may need. You’ll receive this via email three weeks before the trip departure.

2025 Balkans Tour (€2,200)

This would end up costing you 150 euro per day, including accommodation, entrance fees, tour guide, private transportation, and meals (on selected days).

  • Best Things About The Tour

    • Budva Old town – a unique architectural, urban entity more than two thousand years old. The architecture is highly influenced by the Venetian middle age style;

    • Kotor Bay – Europe’s most southern fiord. A magnificent masterpiece of nature;

    • Kotor Old Town – Beautiful UNESCO-protected old town in Kotor Bay;

    • Skadar Lake – the largest lake in southern Europe. National Park in Montenegro and protected natural reserve in Albania;

    • Ohrid Lake – one of Europe’s deepest and oldest lakes, with a unique ecosystem of worldwide importance & UNESCO-protected;

    • Ohrid Old Town – a UNESCO-protected cultural world heritage lying on Ohrid lake shores. The town once had 365 churches, one for each day, and is also known as the “Jerusalem of the Balkans” and “The pearl of the Balkans”.

    • St. Naum Monastery – magnificent monastery on the shore of Ohrid Lake and also a place where the Drim River springs are located;

    • Painted Mosque in Tetovo – a masterpiece of Ottoman art;

    • Matka Canyon – a protected natural region near Skopje, home of thousands of butterflies;

    • Skopje Old Bazaar – second largest open-air bazaar in the world;

    • Prizren old town – a beautiful ottoman architecture town;

    • Belgrade – a vibrant metropolis full of history, bohemian life, and monumental structures;

    • Kustendorf (Mecavnik) – a traditional village erected by the film director Emir Kusturica located in Mokra Gora National Park;

    • Mostar – a picturesque ottoman architecture town lying on Neretva River, famous for the UNESCO-protected old bridge from the middle ages;

    • Herceg Novi Old Town – a 600 years old town that represents a great fusion of history, culture, tradition, and spirituality.

  • What's Included in the Tour

    • Tour Leader: Kach Umandap

    • English Speaking Local Guide

    • Accommodation: Twin-sharing - 14 nights hotels

    • Transportation: Mercedes Sprinter/ Tourist Bus Coach with Driver (not using public transportation!)

    • Meals

    1. Hotel Breakfast for 14 days

    2. 3 – Course Welcome Dinner In a Local Restaurant In Budva On Day 01 (One Drink Included)

    3. 3 – Course Menu Dinner In a Local Restaurant In Tirana On Day 05 (No Drinks Included)

    4. 3 – Course Menu Dinner In a Local Restaurant In Skopje On Day 08 (No Drinks Included)

    5. 3 – Course Menu Dinner In a Local Restaurant In Belgrade Skadarlija Bohemian District On Day 10 (No Drinks Included)

    6. 3 – Course Menu Dinner In a Local Restaurant In Sarajevo On Day 12 (No Drinks Included)

    7. 3 – Course Farewell Dinner In a Local Restaurant In Budva On Day 14 (No Drinks Included)

    • Photos of your trip

    • Welcome Goodie bag!

    • Entrance Fees to:

    Kotor Old Town
    Lady Of The Rock Island Boat Rid
    Skadar Lake National Park Boat Cruise + Coffee
    “House Of Leaves” Museum, Tirana
    Bunk’art 2 Museum, Tirana
    St. Sofia Cathedra
    lPlaosnik Archeological Complex
    Ohrid Lake Boat Ride
    St. Naum Monastery
    St. Jovan Bigorski Monastery, Mavrovo National Park
    Vrelo Cave Boat Ride, Matka Canyon
    Nikola Tesla Museum, Belgrade
    Mecavnik Village

  • What's Not Included in the Tour

    • International Airfare (Roundtrip Flight Ticket)

    • Airport pick-ups can be arranged from €80 per car (1 - 3 pax) from Tivat and Croatia, while it is €150 from Podgorica.

    • Travel Insurance (required!)

    • Lunch, Dinner (not mentioned)

    • Alcohol Beverage

    • Gratuity / Tips

  • Click here for Tour Terms and Conditions

    • To reserve your seat, you need to pay a non-refundable deposit fee of 300 EURO

    • We accept up to 200 EURO per month in installment. Full payment must be made 60 days before the tour. Please pay the deposit fee beforehand.

    • You can pay directly on our website with Paypal, VISA, Mastercard or AMEX.

    • I can also accept BPI or BDO Bank Transfer in the Philippines or WISE but should be paid in Euro so email me to arrange this payment method, tours@filipinopassport.com

      Pay Directly Below (Click Add to Card)

      OPTION 1: Pay via Paypal, Credit or Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX)

      OPTION 2: Bank Transfer or Wise
      For details, email us at tours@filipinopassport.com.

2025 Balkans Tour (€2,200)