Europe Explorer Grand Tour “Dacia Route”

The Europe Explorer Grand Tour Dacia Route offers travelers a unique and enriching experience of the Central and Eastern Balkans, blending culture, nature, history, and traditions. This specially designed program provides an immersive journey through the diverse landscapes and rich heritage of Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, and Kosovo. It is an expertly curated route that aims to highlight the region's most iconic must see destinations, showcasing the area’s fascinating multi-ethnic and multi-religious character. As a crossroads of East West Europe and Mediterranean civilizations, the Balkans offer an extraordinary opportunity to explore a rich cultural mosaic that spans centuries.

The tour will take you through a variety of remarkable locations, each with its own historical significance and charm. Starting in Albania, you’ll visit vibrant cities like Tirana and Elbasan, then continue to Ohrid in North Macedonia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its beautiful lake and ancient monasteries. In Serbia, the dynamic cities of Skopje and Belgrade offer insights into the region’s Ottoman and Slavic past, while Bulgaria’s Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo, and Arbanassi showcase the country’s rich medieval history. The tour also visits Romania, with its stunning landscapes and cultural landmarks, including Bucharest, Brașov, Prejmer, and the famous Bran Castle, often linked to the Dracula legend.

Along the way, you’ll explore historic sites like Shumen and Varna on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, and Constanța, Romania’s major port city, full of ancient history. In Kosovo, the cities of Pristina and Prizren highlight the region's complex history, while Kukës and Rubik provide an authentic glimpse into rural Balkan life. The Europe Explorer Grand Tour “Dacia Route” is more than just a travel experience it is a deep dive into the heart of the Balkans, offering a rare opportunity to witness firsthand the cultures, landscapes, and histories that have shaped this vibrant part of Europe.