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What it’s like to sail Croatia with Travel Talk Tours

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Updated May 2024.

Are you thinking about booking a sail Croatia with Travel Talk Tours?

When I boarded the MS Ribic to sail Croatia with Travel Talk Tours some years ago – it was the very first group tour I’ve ever been on (which also made me a bit nervous as a shy solo traveller )! But knowing I’d be sailing from Dubrovnik through the Dalmatian Islands for a week, my expectations were simple: soaking up the sun, exploring beautiful islands, swimming in the most stunning turquoise water, hopefully make new friends , and, what a lot of twenty-somethings go on this trip for, experience Croatia’s infamous nightlife. It pretty much ticked all of those boxes, with a few extra surprises a long the way!

So if you were thinking about jumping aboard to sail Croatia with Travel Talk Tours, here’s a review of my experience and recommendations:

The tour details

Tour Name: Dubrovnik to Split (2017) Tour company: Travel Talk Tours Start & finish destination/s: Dubrovnik to Split Places visited: Dubrovnik, Omis, Korcula, Hvar, Markarska, Split and  Mljet (new tour looks like its included Brac instead of Omis). Duration of tour:  8 Days Group size: We had a group of 18 people on our tour (max group size for this tour on the new boats is 35). Age restrictions:  18+ ( our group members ranged from 19 to 38 years old)

• Living on a boat for a week: Waking up to a new place each morning and not having to move my luggage was a treat
• Waking up with a morning swim: Jumping off the boat in the morning into the most vibrant turquoise waters
• Diverse group of new friends: Our tour had a diverse mix of people, which worked out really well. The ages of our group members ranged from 19- to 38-years-old, with members coming from as close as England to as far as India and Australia. In the end, we became a little family!
• Something for *almost* every interest: Offers a perfect mix of culture, history, relaxing and nightlife. You can opt to participate in as much or as little as you’d like!
• You’ll have a decent amount of free time: You can opt to explore on your own or with new friends or you can take part in the optional activities, such as walking the City Walls in Dubrovnik and ziplining in Omis. 
• Pirate party: I think most sail Croatia tours do a theme night – we dressed up as pirates and then later in the night headed out to the bars.

Lowlights & Laughs

Please note that the boats have been significantly upgraded since my tour, with much-improved bathrooms, which you can view on their website.

• The showers: When I arrived I couldn’t find the shower (silly me) The shower essentially consists of a hose extending from the hand basin. If you’ve stayed on a boat before, this won’t come as a surprise. It’s likely you won’t have a decent shower all week, but fortunately, you’ll be surrounded by the ocean.
• The toilets: From the day we boarded, we faced persistent issues with blocked toilets in the lower deck cabins. Unfortunately, we also encountered some rough weather, exacerbating the problem and causing our blocked toilets to overflow. As gross as it may have been, our group remained remarkably easygoing and laughed it off. We decided to close the lower deck cabin bathrooms and utilised those on the upper deck for the remainder of the week.
• Storms: My tour was toward the end of the season (September), and we encountered some rough weather along the way. One night, there was a storm, and the rain flooded some of the downstairs cabins, including mine. At the start of our tour, we had to stay in Dubrovnik for an extra night due to severe weather conditions that posed safety concerns. Consequently, we missed out on visiting Mjiet. Changes to destinations can and will be made to prioritise everyone’s safety.

Tour leader

We accompanied by a tour leader for the week. Jojo was our leader, who was originally from New Zealand, but working with travel talk during the sail season. She was both fun and organised, ensuring our trip ran smoothly.

The tour price included a daily breakfast spread and three-course lunches, all prepared by the boat’s kitchen staff. However, dinners were not included in the price.

Accommodation

The accommodation on the MS Ribic (one of Travel Talk’s two Croatian sailboats) consisted of twin-share cabins, each equipped with a bunk-bed setup. Additionally, every cabin had its own small ensuite.

Please note that the boats look as though they’ve been upgrade significantly since my tour, which you can view on their website .

Overall experience of sail Croatia with Travel Talk Tours

Sail Croatia with Travel Talk tours was one the most memorable weeks of my travels so far – and this was back in 2017. I really enjoyed the balance of sightseeing, relaxing and partying on this tour – although, I think that this definitely depends on the group you have!

Before and after your sail Croatia with Travel Talk Tours (Dubrovnik to Split option)

Most of the things that I wanted to find out about my trip to Croatia had to do with the logistics of transport, so this will hopefully cover some of the questions you might have too.

Getting to Dubrovnik from Dubrovnik Airport

From Dubrovnik Airport, you can easily hire a taxi or you can jump on the shuttle bus that will take you to the main bus terminal near Old Town. I took the shuttle and it was a much more affordable option.

Getting to the tour meeting point in Dubrovnik

If you’re staying in Old Town, there are three options to get to Gruz Port, including taxi, bus or walking approximately 30 minutes. Personally, I caught a taxi as I didn’t want to drag my case and I was nervous about getting lost.

Pre-tour accommodation and activity recommendations in Dubrovnik

For my pre-tour accommodation, I stayed at King’s Landing Hostel in Old Town, Dubrovnik. For basic, clean rooms located in the heart of Old Town.

You will only have a short amount of time in Dubrovnik before your sailboat departs so I would highly recommend arriving in Dubrovnik a day or two early to fit in any activities you don’t want to miss. Some of the popular activities include the City Walls walk, Lokrum Island and the cable car up to Srd Hill.

Post-tour activity recommendations from Split

When I booked sail Croatia with Travel Talk Tours, the only other place I really wanted to visit that wasn’t on the itinerary was Plitvice Lakes. When we arrived in Split on the last day there was a bunch of us that organised rental cars and took a day trip to the Lakes.

I’m not sharing my accommodation for Split as a group of us stayed in an Airbnb for the night and I would not stay there again. However, there are plenty of other options on booking.com .

Tips and notes for shy solo travellers

• While we had 18 people on our tour, there may be up to 35 people on the newer boats. If that might seem like an overwhelming number of people and you’re feeling a bit nervous about making friends , check out this guide tailored to making friends on group tours.
• If you’re struggling to find an ice breaker, try one of these questions to start a conversation .
• Keep an eye out for sales : Travel Talk Tours have some pretty generous sales on their tours, which is always good to keep an eye out for if you want to go on this sailing trip. You can look at their site here .
• Extra fees: When I travelled with Travel Talk Tours they required a “local payment” for this tour, which means you pay a certain amount upfront or before you go and pay another amount (generally in GBP) to the tour leader when you arrive on the first day of your tour. I don’t believe this happens now, however, there may be some local port fees. Check if these are included in the price upon booking.
• Currency: The local currency is KUNA, but most places will accept EURO.
• ATM accessibility: There are ATM in most cities and towns, and your tour leader will be able to direct you to one.
• Can be a pricy: Croatia, particularly Dubrovnik, is not at cheap as you might expect it to be.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: does travel talk tours charge a solo traveller supplement fee.

A: As of May 2024, the spots on this boat are charged per person. There are no additional fees for solo travellers. However, you will be roomed with a fellow solo traveller.

Q: What type of luggage should I bring?

A: Once you’re on the boat, your luggage isn’t so much of an issue because you won’t have to worry about carrying it around. I took a medium-sized suitcase but plenty of others took backpacks. Nevertheless, I’d recommend something easy to move around and not too large.

Still have some unanswered questions?

Please leave any questions about sail Coatia or travelling with Travel Talk Tours (I’ve been on three tours with them) in the comments below and I will do my best to answer your queries. Or send me a message via my contact page .

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I’m Haylee, a shy solo female traveller hoping to see as much of the world as I can - and hoping to inspire you to do the same.

I’m all about bucket list destinations, as well as uncovering lesser-known places. When I'm not travelling, you'll find me adventuring here at home in Western Australia.

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Travel Talk Turkey June 2024

Great group and tour guide (Mustafa is a legend!) We covered a lot of ground and saw some of the most amazing sights. Mus is also a very informative and organised guide, educating the group about Turkey and keeping the tour running smoothly. My only major feedback is that it would be great if Travel Talk could explicitly point out extra costs in terms of upgrades and sightseeing/activities during the booking stage so that guests can budget properly and be more prepared with necessary cash out, etc. Also, some hotels are isolated so it made it difficult to get into town for amenities during free time. Other than that, trip of a lifetime - I have loved every minute!

Date of experience : June 22, 2024

Exceeded Expectations

My partner and I did the 12 day Turkey by land tour and it was incredible! It exceeded our expectations. Our guide Mustafa was amazing, he has so much knowledge and took us to sites at the best times to avoid the crowds where possible. He made sure we were well looked after and gave us all the information we needed each day. Most of the hotels were brand new and all of them had swimming pools which was great after a hot day exploring. The tour was awesome, we went to so many different places, ancient ruins, beaches and so many activities to choose from too. We did a lot of travelling by bus but it was nice to see so much of the countryside. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone. It was a great experience exploring Turkey 😊

12 day-on land Turkey tour

I did a 12 day-on land Turkey tour! Overall, it's a great experience, knowledgeable guide Mustafa, good hotels and the food was great in some hotels! I was expecting a bus full of 20-40 aged people but there were mostly 40+ to 75 year olds and couples. So it was a bit disappointing in that aspect and I understand that it can change for other dates! Will definitely recommend this trip :) Best regards, Ash

Date of experience : June 21, 2024

travel talk, 12 days turkey by gulet

I completed the 12 day TurkishTour by Gulet with Travel Talk. The tour overall was a fantastic experience. The tour guide Mustafa was very informative, entertaining and considerate guide. The hotels during the stay were clean and comfortable. The optional activities were great experiences. The food sometimes got repetitive at the hotels as they were all buffet. It would have been nice to go into town some nights as a group and eat at a local restaurant. The gulet experience was amazing. The crew on board went above and beyond in their service. Would recommend to anyone wanting to experience the Turkey culture.

Date of experience : June 30, 2024

Travel Talk Turkey Tour

Travel Turkey with its natural wonders, awe-inspiring buildings and ancient beauty, combined with unique experiences amongst warm and welcoming people! Then add a perfect host in Mustafa and you can’t go wrong!

Turkey by Land 12 Day Tour

AMAZING !! Unforgettable, every day exceeded the previous one - which I did not think was possible! We truly did experience the BEST of Turkey. Hats off to our wonderful guide, Mustafa, for getting us to everywhere at the best possible time (ie Pamukale first thing in the morning when it was cool and no crowds !) and looking after us all to enable us to have the best time possible. Our group has been full of beautiful souls I have been blessed to cross paths with - lots of new friends. Thank you 🙏 everyone at Traveltalk, Mustafa and our wonderful drivers. I have loved every minute!!! Grateful from the bottom of my heart 🙏❤️

Best of Turkey by land! Unforgettable Experience

Wow, what an amazing 12-day adventure through Türkiye! The journey started in Istanbul, where I got to explore iconic landmarks like the Haga Sophia and the blue mosque. Tip: Don't miss the chance to visit the Cistern Basilica for some amazing photo opportunities. The hotel's location near the spice market and grand bazaar made it easy to explore these and many other iconic landmarks on my own. I enjoyed sampling delicious local flavors at the market and taking the occasional free baklava sample from local vendors there! But the excitement didn't stop there! The rest of the tour took me on a road trip into Western Turkiye for heart-pounding activities like paragliding in Fethiye and water tubing in the gorge. Finally, our trip concluded with breathtaking views of the white travertine terraces at Pamukkale and the grand finale—a captivating balloon ride in Cappadocia. Türkiye filled my vacation with thrilling adventures and unforgettable memories!

Stunning Türkiye

All the stops were truely amazing and so beautiful. I could not fault the itinerary. Accomodation was always great. Not often we got to use the pools as we arrived after they closed or they were undergoing maintenance. My favourite part of the trip was the 3 days of sailing. The final night of the sail we docked in the marina, but I wish we had spent one more night out in a nearby bay as we did the other two nights. Mustafa (tour guide) was very knowledgeable and well experienced. Our sail crew were also great and had one good English speaking crew member who was a very good translator! The Hot Air Balloon experience is a must-do in Cappadocia - one of the highlights for sure!

Date of experience : May 25, 2024

Beware - unreasonable booking conditions - Do not book with this company! They cancelled our booking for no reason after confirming it and didn’t even offer a refund (just transfer to another tour) until I complained. Finally got refund 1.5 weeks later after some chasing. Their booking conditions do not comply with ABTA code of conduct and guidance as they can cancel for any reason even after full balance is due. This is also in direct contradiction to their website which says departures are guaranteed. Company has still not responded to my complaint almost 3 weeks ago.

Date of experience : May 10, 2024

Reply from Travel Talk Tours

Dear Lyndsay, thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are sorry to hear that you haven’t been happy with how the process has been handled. We have further investigated your points in detail with our team to avoid any such issues in the future. Your tour has been cancelled due to guest group cancellations on your departure and our team has recommended an alternative suitable date for you. We have received your complaint on Saturday and responded within 48 hours, on Monday. The next day, you have requested a refund for your deposit, which has been immediately actioned as well. Our records indicate that your refund has been completed within 6 days of your original complaint. Please kindly note that refunds via credit card may take a few days to show in your account. Finally, the tour has been cancelled prior to any full balance payments. Please keep in mind that we always recommend our guests to make their travel arrangements once the full payment is completed and their tour voucher has been delivered. Please rest assured that our terms are aligned with UK regulations as well as ABTA’s code of conduct. Once again, we are sorry for your disappointment and would love to see you on one of our adventures to amend it with an unforgettable tour experience.

Amazing Turkey!

I just got home from what has been the trip of a lifetime! Turkey is a beautiful country, and I am so grateful for Mustafa and Travel Talk for putting together this amazing tour. I definitely could not have seen all of the places I have been to these past 12 days on my own! I really enjoyed learning the history of all the places we went. Ephesus was a favorite of mine, along with Cappadocia. And the Turkish Bath experience is not to be missed. Thank you Travel Talk!

Amazing Turkey Tour

I have just finished the 10 day Amazing Turkey by Land tour. Wow, what an experience. The guide Mustafa was amazing. His knowledge and obvious pride and love of his country makes the experience top notch. He effectively introduced us to the diverse landscape, history, natural beauty and culture of this country. It was so much fun and we had an amazing group of people of varying ages on the tour as well. We packed so much into such a short time. I would highly recommend this tour. If you are thinking of booking, do it!! You will love it. Sensational

12 days Turkish by land tour!!!

I’m on the 12 days Turkish by land tour and it has been a marvelous experience! The places, food, and all of the optional tours I did where wonderful, but what makes it more special was our tour guide Mustafa. He is always taking good care of us, even the info given is great, he goes above and beyond to make the trip even better. I highly recommended. This is my second experience with travel talk tours and it is the perfect balance between seeing all of the main sites and having free time on your own.

Travel Turkey By Land 12 Day tour

Travel Turkey By Land 12 Day tour, Amazing tour, sights and activities so well organised by the wonderful tour leader Mustafa. He is the best tour guide l have had. Everything was well organised, hotels great and the information provided was the perfect amount.

Date of experience : June 04, 2024

We just visited Turkey and it waa amazing

We just visited Turkey and it was amazing. Very professionally managed and everything run smoothly. Our guide Mustafa was above exceptional: arranging things for us and making changes where necessary and needed. I would definitely recommend Travel Talk Tours

Date of experience : June 03, 2024

Travel talk Egypt and Türkiye

My partner and I completed two travel talk tours back to back: Egypt and Türkiye. Both tours were meticulously planned, giving us such a comprehensive and comfortable tour around the countries. Our tour guides were the stand out, Mohammad in Egypt and Mustafa in Türkiye - both passionate and well educated in their fields. They were both great people and went above and beyond for us, which was the highlight of the trip. The hotels and boats were beautiful and very luxurious. Can’t recommend travel talk enough

Date of experience : May 24, 2024

Great 12 day Türkiye Tour

Food, accomodation, bus, boats, site tours, entertainments and information delivered were all top rate. Mustafa delivered a memorable tour for us. The best guided tour we have been on and would book with TravelTalk again.

10 day turkey land tour

It was obvious Mustafa our tour guide was very experienced and we were in for a great tour. He weaved his magic with his humour, knowledge and being flexible so we would miss the crowds. We covered a lot of ground in a short time to see some amazing turkey. It was really a pleasure to travel with travel talk and all the accommodation was really noice.!

Travel Talk tour of Turkey - first part

Travel Talk tours are an excellent tour company to use for your travels in Turkey. The participants are a mix of couples and singles of all ages. This makes it a lot of fun. Very safe for single travellers. You are sure to make some friends. Their guide, Mustafa , was exceptional on our tour, All about Turkey. His deep knowledge and passion for Turkey's history and culture brought each destination to life. Friendly and organized, he ensured a seamless and memorable experience for everyone. Mustafa's recommendations and stories made the trip unforgettable. Highly recommend him for anyone visiting Turkey! For the New Zealanders and Australians the visit to ANZAC cove was very emotional and special. The visit to Troy and Ephesus was exceptional. Mustafa made history come alive. Another favourite was the visit to Saklikent gorge. I highly recommend Travel Talk tours for your adventures.

Splendours Balkans & Transylvania 17 days

Simon tour guide and good coach drivers made the tour, local guides gave good talks, history & culture were fascinating, hotel star ratings weren't accurate some of the hotels used let the tour down a bit, lots to see and do in a complex area of Eastern Europe, a good taster for a longer trip another time maybe

Date of experience : April 19, 2024

Great Experience through Türkiye

We’ve just completed a Travel Talk 12 day tour through Türkiye. It ticked the boxes that we wished to see but what made the tour great was our guide Mustafa and the way he brought the group together and controlled the tour, making slight variations due to conditions … it was such a great event. We will look to get on another Travel Talk tour. We had a really really noice toime. :)

7 Reasons Why You Should Pick a Travel Talk Tour

Last Updated on October 27, 2022

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Travel Talk Tours is a leading tour company based in the UK.

With their wealth of experience, they’re adept at arranging once-in-a-lifetime experiences for all kinds of travellers, explorers and globetrotters.

I have been lucky enough to experience two of their Travel Talk Tours this year, one to Egypt and one to Turkey. Both incredible experiences and memories were made that will never be forgotten!

In this post, I will go through the reasons why taking a Travel Talk Tour is a great option for any type of traveller.

While there are already plenty of glowing Travel Talk Tour reviews, I decided to throw in my two cents based on the Travel Talk holidays I’ve been lucky enough to experience.

So this is the only Travel Talk Tours review you need to read!

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7 Reasons why you should Consider a Travel Talk Tour for your Next Holiday

1. affordability.

One of the key things I love about Travel Talk is the affordability of their tours. If you compare one of their tours to that of their competitors you will notice a huge difference in price.

They always come out on top when it comes to price, which is so important for travellers these days. You really do get the most for your money.

Why is Travel Talk so cheap? Who owns Travel Talk and why are they so generous? Is Travel Talk Tours legit, considering the low cost?

I can tell you that it certainly is legitimate … and I’m not about to complain about the price!

2. There’s No Age Limit

There’s something brilliant about the Travel Talk Tours age range – there isn’t one.

Other tour companies such as Contiki are organised for a specific (younger) demographic. But Travel Talk Tours has no such restriction.

Although I’m young myself, I find other tours discouraging when they have an age limit attached. Fortunately, there’s no Contiki age limit stopping anyone from taking a Travel Talk Tour!

I just think to myself when I’m older and looking for tours that it must be discouraging when tours say you’re too old to join in.

But as I said, there’s not age limitation here, and the number of happy Travel Talk reviews from older holidaymakers is proof that you’re only as old as you feel!

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3. Knowledgeable Guide

On both tours that I have been on, the guides were incredibly knowledgeable and this is the most important part of any tour!

In my opinion, travelling is all about learning so the number one thing you should look for in a tour is how much you will learn and experience.

Having a fantastic guide who knows nearly everything about the country really does make a huge difference on how your tour goes.

The quality of the guides is something that is talked about frequently in the Travel Talk Tours reviews!

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4. Fun Experiences

I promise you will have the most fun experiences on these tours. The guides always have tricks up their sleeves. Plus, being on a bus with a group of people is bound to end up fun anyhow.

You are bound to make some lifelong memories while on your tours with Travel Talk.

5. The Optional Activities

On every tour, there are optional activities but I noticed that on each Travel Talk tour they are not to be missed, especially in comparison to that of others!

They offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences such as ballooning over Cappadocia to cruising down the Nile on a felucca.

There are lots of activities that they offer as an extra but to be honest, you won’t want to miss any of them!

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6. They Go to Some Great Locations

Travel Talk has tours all over the world from Europe, the Middle East and South-East Asia.

They don’t only cover countries but some fantastic events such as Anzac Day (not to be missed for Kiwis and Aussies!), Oktoberfest and La Tomatina.

They also have sail tours such as the Travel Talk Sail Croatia and Sail Greece options.

I can highly recommend the Middle-East tours. The Travel Talk Egypt reviews were so good that I did the Travel Talk Egypt tour, and I also took the 10-day Turkey Travel Talk Anzac tour.

It’s a great way to see countries you may be too nervous to travel to on your own.

Here are some other highlights of the Travel Talk Tours destinations:

• Travel Talk Morocco – Camel trekking in the Sahara or windsurfing in Essaouira.
• Travel Talk Croatia – Sailing in the sunset and wine-tasting in walled cities.
• Travel Talk Iceland – Stargazing at the Northern Lights and floating in geothermal baths.
• Travel Talk Greece – The blue domes of Santorini or some island-hopping from beach to beach.
• Travel Talk Jordan – A jeep safari through Wadi Rum Desert and the stone walls of ancient Petra.

With all these amazing locations, my one complaint as a Kiwi is that they don’t [yet] have any Travel Talk NZ tours available!

Although I am a huge advocate for travelling solo, I also really liked the safety net that was provided by doing tours through this country. Which brings me on to my next point.

7. It’s Easy

Taking a tour is the easiest kind of travelling you can do.

The guides organise everything, you feel safe and you literally don’t have to lift a finger which is a main attraction for people to take tours in the first place.

Especially to countries you may not feel comfortable with organising travels on your own or travelling solo.

If you are looking for a reputable tour company to spend your next holiday with I can highly recommend Travel Talk.

My two tours with Travel Talk were sponsored – however that doesn’t affect my opinion on the tour and I can say from the bottom of my heart I would take another tour with them in a heartbeat!

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Frequently Asked Questions

There are no age restrictions when booking a Travel Talk Tour! If you’re travelling with group members on either end of the age spectrum, check the terms and conditions for details about how best to accommodate them.

Yes you can. If you want a private room to yourself there is an additional single supplement payment, but if you don’t mind sharing a room there’s no extra cost for solo travel.

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Perfect reasons that make a Tour group the best. I often do self guided walking tours not knowing which is the best. These kind of pointers help.

Anna @ shenANNAgans

Cool post Anita, I’m all for taking tours, however have sometimes found them limiting, especially if you come across something you want to spend more time at, on or in. But…. if you get an awesome guide, you often find yourself in places only the locals know. Your photos are incredible by the way.

RaW | Ramble and Wander

I normally travel solo or with just a friend and have been to both Egypt & Turkey without using any agency or group tour. From time to time however I do travel with a group and total strangers to some places so I can understand and do agree that these kind of trips can be fun too! To me though, the deal breaker is having knowledgeable guides travelling with you – definitely one of the biggest advantages of travelling with a tour company as the cost of having guides when you travel on your own can be rather expensive.

Juliette | Snorkels to Snow

Always good to hear about great travel tour companies like these guys. I haven’t actually ever done any group tours, I’ve only ever done self-guided so would love to join one. Having fun experiences is super important! How did you find the group sizes?

fittwotravel

Its nice to know they have affordable tours with optional activities. Ill have to check them out the next time were in the area!

Excellent criteria for selecting the best tour group! Age is important to me too because I often have my children with me. Thanks for sharing the information on Travel Talk Tours – it sounds like a wonderful experience.

Carmen Edelson

As I’ve gotten older, I really do love organized tours! I love how there’s no age limit for this one. Thanks for sharing, this is the first time I’ve heard of Travel Talk!

Genie Patra

My favorite point is that there is no age limit! That’s so awesome. I feel like a lot of tour companies nowadays only cater to young travelers like 17-30. But travel is for everyone and should not be limited!

Arnav Mathur

Am definitely going to be checking out Travel Talk tours, now that am heading out to UK for my post grad. The reason for opting a tour, is the guide, and travel talks seem to deliver on that bang on.

I love your comment on age. I started to backpack at 42 and felt welcome. I always thought , what would these young backpackers do 30 years from now? I guess everyone will age. Its refreshing to see perspective like yours.

Im interested in a tour of Turkey. I want to take my grandson who will be 17 years old

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• Experience the resilience of cosmopolitan Sarajevo
• Get up close and personal with many walking tours
• Explore the magnificent capitals of the Balkans
• Discover remnants of Roman and Ottoman times
• Introduction
• Day 1 Sofia
• Day 2 Sofia, Belgrade
• Day 3 Belgrade, Sarajevo
• Day 4 Sarajevo, Mostar,Trebinje
• Day 5 Trebinje, Dubrovnik, Trebinje
• Day 6 Trebinje, Kotor, Shkoder
• Day 7 Shkoder, Tirana, Ohrid
• Day 8 Ohrid, Skopje
• Day 9 Skopje, Sofia
• Day 10 Sofia

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What's Included

• Accommodation
• Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Novotel Sofia

Hotel Ibis Styles

Hotel Central Park

Grand Hotel Europa

Hotel Nova Riviera or Hotel Aqualina

Hotel Panoramika

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Customer Reviews

• Overall Rating Excellent 4.8
• Itinerary Excellent 4.7
• Guide Excellent 4.9
• Transport Excellent 4.8
• Accommodation Excellent 4.4
• Food Excellent 4.5
• Tour Operator Travel Talk 4.7
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• CS Catherine · 25th May 2024 An AMAZING trip around some of the world’s beautiful countries. Both Tour Guide and Driver were accommodating and welcoming. Thank you for this. The only detail I’d ask, would be to ensure that everyone receives an introduction to the tour and to have... Show more Trip date: May 2024 Review collected by Travel Talk

• MF Mark · 9th May 2024 great guide and driver and many interesting things to see. The schedule was tight and tiring but worth it. Trip date: March 2024 Review collected by Travel Talk
• AR Anna · 6th May 2024 Really enjoyed it. Great tour guide, excellent driver. Comfortable clean bus. Places visited were amazing, I’d enjoy few more extra days in some of them, the tour felt rushed. Hotels were ok, but for the price it was fine. Trip date: April 2024 Review collected by Travel Talk

Dates & Availability

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• Upcoming departures
• August 2024
• September 2024
• October 2024
• November 2024
• December 2024
• August 2025
• September 2025
• October 2025
• November 2025
• December 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

While our age range is typically 18 to 50, we are flexible depending on the demography of the departure.

Accommodations are generally 4-star hotels, ensuring a comfortable experience throughout the tour.

We attempt to accommodate all interested travellers, but older passengers might need to book a private room.

The Balkan Discovery tour offers expansive cultural exposure, including walking tours and visits to several significant locales across multiple countries.

The tour will conclude around 1 pm after the Sofia City tour ends on the last day.

Currently, we have 27 reservations for the 11th of May departure.

You can still book the tour with your own private room by paying for a single supplement.

The cost of a single supplement on the 23rd of September departure is an additional 700 USD on top of the tour price.

Each country visited will have its local currency, though Euros are widely accepted and accessible for most payments.

Unfortunately, all our tours are operated only in English.

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