September 24–October 5, 2026
12 days | 4 countries
Discover the culture, history, cuisine, and luxury hospitality of Istanbul and the Balkans on this immersive journey through Turkey, Serbia, Montenegro, and Albania.
9:15 p.m. — Depart Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
2:05 p.m. — Arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST)
Overnight: Rixos Tersane Istanbul
Suggested experiences include:
Overnight: Rixos Tersane Istanbul
2:00 p.m. — Transfer to Istanbul Airport
6:55 p.m. — Depart Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1083
7:35 p.m. — Arrive at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Overnight: The Bristol Belgrade
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. — Private Belgrade City Tour
Explore the historic centre of Belgrade, beginning along elegant Knez Mihailova Street. Continue to Kalemegdan Fortress and Park, situated at the dramatic confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers.
Highlights include:
Lunch: Bela Reka Restaurant
3:00 p.m. — Visit the Temple of Saint Sava
Visit one of Europe’s largest Orthodox churches, renowned for its monumental white-marble exterior and spectacular golden mosaics.
Overnight: The Bristol Belgrade
1:35 p.m. — Depart Belgrade on Air Serbia flight JU 682
2:35 p.m. — Arrive at Tivat Airport
6:30 p.m. — Welcome Dinner at Vila Geba
Enjoy an exceptional culinary experience at one of the region’s most exclusive properties, with breathtaking views over Sveti Stefan.
Overnight: The Chedi Luštica Bay
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — Luštica Bay, Perast and Kotor Excursion
Meet your local guide and travel through the spectacular Bay of Kotor.
The experience includes:
Lunch: Ćatovića Mlini Restaurant near Kotor
Explore Kotor’s beautifully preserved medieval centre, including:
Return to Luštica Bay.
Overnight: The Chedi Luštica Bay
Discover Montenegro’s historic royal capital, known for its former embassies, museums, elegant mansions, and 19th-century architecture.
Visit King Nikola’s Museum, located in the former residence of Montenegro’s last ruler, Nikola I Petrović Njegoš.
Continue to the mountain village of Njeguši, birthplace of Montenegro’s royal dynasty and famous for its traditional smoked ham and cheese.
12:00 p.m. — Ham and Cheese Tasting with Lunch
1:30 p.m. — Transfer to Budva
2:30 p.m. — Budva Old Town Tour
Explore Budva’s atmospheric fortified centre, featuring:
4:00 p.m. — Transfer to Mamula Island and hotel check-in
6:30 p.m. — Dinner at Mamula Island
Mamula Island combines a dramatic historic setting with sophisticated contemporary design, understated luxury, and an exclusive sense of escape.
Overnight: Mamula Island by Banyan Tree
8:00 a.m. — Depart for Albania
Travel through Montenegro’s scenic countryside toward Virpazar.
Enjoy a relaxing boat experience on Lake Skadar, surrounded by:
Continue to the Albania–Montenegro border through the Hani i Hotit crossing.
Visit a local agritourism property, meet regional artisans, and experience traditional rural hospitality and cuisine.
3:30 p.m. — Lunch at Mrizi i Zanave
4:30 p.m. — Drive to Durrës
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Durrës
9:00 a.m. — Transfer to Berat
11:30 a.m. — Berat City Tour
Explore the UNESCO-listed “City of a Thousand Windows,” celebrated for its distinctive Ottoman-era architecture.
The tour includes:
Walking note: The uphill walk to the castle takes approximately 15–20 minutes over cobbled streets. The total walking distance is approximately 1.8 kilometres. Taxis may be arranged locally for guests who prefer not to walk uphill.
1:30 p.m. — Wine Tasting and Lunch at Alpeta Agritourism
Enjoy an informal, family-style Albanian wine experience focused on warm hospitality, local traditions, regional food, and a relaxed social atmosphere.
4:00 p.m. — Return to Durrës
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Durrës
In the afternoon, depart for Tirana, Albania’s vibrant capital and an important destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and events.
3:00 p.m. — Tirana City Tour
Explore the city’s evolution from a small 17th-century trading centre into Albania’s modern cultural and political capital.
Highlights include:
Explore a former underground bunker that documents Albania’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, the communist period, and the activities of the Sigurimi secret police.
6:00 p.m. — Farewell Dinner and Albanian Night
Celebrate the conclusion of the journey with:
9:00 p.m. — Optional Tirana Nightlife
Experience Tirana after dark with a visit to:
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Durrës
9:35 a.m. — Depart Tirana on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1074
12:15 p.m. — Arrive at Istanbul Airport
4:40 p.m. — Depart Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK 17
8:15 p.m. — Arrive at Toronto Pearson International Airport, Terminal 1