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Balkan Adventure: Belgrade, Kotor, Budva, Sarajevo

Ali Osman Aksu

Ali Osman Aksu

11 Jan 2024

Embark on an 8-day journey through the captivating cities of Belgrade, Kotor, Budva, and Sarajevo. Discover the rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cultures of the Balkans. From ancient marvels to breathtaking beaches, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure.

Trip to Belgrade

Day 1Serene Gardens, Tesla's Legacy, and Majestic Temples
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$17

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$ 1

Jevremovac Botanical Garden
Botanical park featuring an arboretum with a Japanese garden & a greenhouse for tropical plants.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$3
8 - 10 min

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Nikola Tesla Museum
Exhibits of the personal effects, instruments & drawings of electrical engineer Nikola Tesla.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$9
12 - 17 min

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The Temple of Saint Sava
20th-century church featuring imposing, Byzantine-inspired architecture & a soaring central dome.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
Day 2Parks, Art, and Illusions - A Day of Wonder
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$33

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$ 2

Topčider park
Park with 19th-century origins & a landmark plane tree, popular for picnics, hikes & carriage rides.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$3
15 - 18 min

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Museum of contemporary art
Striking, modern museum with a vast collection of contemporary paintings, sculpture & visual arts.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$11
12 - 15 min

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National Museum of Serbia
Large museum with a celebrated European art collection, ancient artifacts & historical objects.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
6 - 9 min

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Museum of Illusions
Family-oriented visitor center with games & puzzles based around optical effects & illusions.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$6
Day 3Flowers, Fortresses, and History in the Heart of Belgrade
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$19

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$ 1

House of Flowers
Landmark burial site of Josip Broz Tito, former Yugoslavian President, with a garden & terrace.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$4
17 - 21 min

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Kalemegdan
Expansive park featuring a historic fortress with a museum, a zoo, walking paths & river views.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
4 - 5 min

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Belgrade Fortress
This ancient fortress sits atop a clifflike ridge overlooking the river & offers lush park areas.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $162 In total

Activities & Food:$152
Transport:$11

Trip to Kotor

Day 1Serene Gardens, Tesla's Legacy, and Majestic Temples
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$18

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$ 2

Mausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
54 - 65 min

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St. Tryphon's Cathedral
This Romanesque Catholic church built in 1166 houses many gold & silver religious relics & frescoes.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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$4
2 - 3 min

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Maritime Museum
Long-running museum with nautical history exhibits, including model ships, paintings & furniture.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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$4
2 - 3 min

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Kotor Cats Museum
Quaint museum presenting a collection of cat-related memorabilia, ephemera & vintage artwork.
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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$3
Day 2Parks, Art, and Illusions - A Day of Wonder
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$17

Kotor Fortress
Fortress walls around the city marking a hike with sweeping views of old town & the bay.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
13 - 20 min

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Kampana Tower
Medieval-era bastion, part of the fortification of Kotor, with bay & mountain views.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6

Budget breakdown: $162 In total

Activities & Food:$152
Transport:$11

Trip to Budva

Day 1Serene Gardens, Tesla's Legacy, and Majestic Temples
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$19

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$ 3

Mogren beach
Small sandy beach sheltered by cliffs & safe for swimming with ample sunbeds & a café.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
8 - 10 min

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Jaz Beach
Sizable beach for sunbathing & camping, with nearby bars & occasional outdoor concerts.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$6
10 - 12 min

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Ploce beach
Pools set into sunbathing terraces, plus a restaurant & bars, on a pebbly beach with clear water.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$6
Day 2Parks, Art, and Illusions - A Day of Wonder
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$19

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$ 3

Museum of the City of Budva
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Becici beach
Expansive, scenic beach features clear waters, sweeping views & plenty of restaurants & bars nearby.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$6
13 - 16 min

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Sveti Stefan Beach
Stunning views at a small islet resort beach with sun loungers for rent & a 15th-century fortress.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$13

Budget breakdown: $162 In total

Activities & Food:$152
Transport:$11

Trip to Sarajevo

Day 1Serene Gardens, Tesla's Legacy, and Majestic Temples
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$13

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$ 2

Vrelo Bosne
Picturesque woodland park featuring a spring & pool, the source of the River Bosna, plus cafes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Tunnel of Hope
Small military-history museum at the site of a storied Bosnian War–era underground tunnel.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
25 - 30 min

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Baščaršija
Dating back to the 1400s, this bustling market offers dining & shopping amid cultural landmarks.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Sarajevo City Hall
Originally built in the late 1800s, this grand national monument hosts government events & concerts.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $162 In total

Activities & Food:$152
Transport:$11