Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia & Bulgaria
21 Wonderful Days: Mon 21 September – Sun 11 October, 2026
Escorted from New Zealand by Helen Tait
Five Balkan countries in three weeks
Beauty, History & Culture
This is our 8th escorted tour to the Balkans.
Embark on a captivating journey through the Balkans, a region steeped in history, rich in cultural diversity, and blessed with awe-inspiring landscapes.
The Balkan Peninsula is a mix of ancient and modern history, alongside places of natural beauty and interest.
Your Tour Leader:
“I am so excited to be part of Tours Direct’s Escorted Tours – with their unique opportunities for travellers to enjoy the world’s most interesting and exotic locations in comfort.
It’s a privilege (and great fun!) for me to use my knowledge and experience to help people to get the most out of these wonderful tours.”
What People Say About Helen
Josh Z.
" Helen kept us updated through WhatsApp on what was happening day to day. She met our expectations.
Kris L.
" Helen was very efficient and always “ahead of the game” with updates and forecasts for the day. She worked particularly well with the local guides as members of separate teams in different countries. Helen also was very helpful with advice on currency and shopping issues
Rob C.
"Perfect and ideal personality.
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