Tour Overview
The Balkans have the best of everything: a moderate Mediterranean climate, a long coastline and mountain ranges, postcard cities with medieval charm, beaches with turquoise water, natural wonders and thrilling roads in the mountains and along the Dalmatian Coast. This nine-day road trip covers three countries that were once part of Yugoslavia: Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Montenegro.
You drive a BMW X1, BMW X3 or Renault Captur from Zagreb to Dubrovnik via Plitvice Lakes, Split, Mostar, Žabljak and Kotor, about 1200 km over six driving days with a rest day in Split. Driving distances are relaxed so there is ample time to explore: a boat tour to Hvar and the Blue Cave, the Biokovo Skywalk, Durmitor National Park, guided walking tours and a sunset cruise in Dubrovnik. All meals, 4 star hotels, a MotoRover tour manager, a local guide and a lead car are included. All you have to do is arrive and drive.
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Day | Date | Route | Activity | Meals | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Apr 10 | Arrival in Zagreb | Arrive in Zagreb before 13:00 for the airport pickup, car handover and tour briefing. Old town tour of Zagreb, followed by a welcome dinner. | Meals included — Dinner | 0 km |
| Day 2 | Apr 11 | Zagreb → Plitvice Lakes NP | The first driving day, with a stop at the Željava underground airbase. Walking tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 135 km |
| Day 3 | Apr 12 | Plitvice Lakes NP → Split | A drive through the Velebit mountains on one of the top 10 roads in Europe, with a visit to the Tesla Museum on the way to Split. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 320 km |
| Day 4 | Apr 13 | Rest day in Split | No driving. Boat tour to Hvar island and the Blue Cave, and an old town tour of Split. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 0 km |
| Day 5 | Apr 14 | Split → Mostar | Drive along the Makarska Riviera to the Biokovo Skywalk, then cross into Bosnia & Herzegovina. Old town tour of Mostar and its Crooked Bridge. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 160 km |
| Day 6 | Apr 15 | Mostar → Žabljak | Cross into Montenegro and drive through Durmitor National Park to Žabljak. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 260 km |
| Day 7 | Apr 16 | Žabljak → Kotor | Drive to Kotor for a guided old town tour, followed by a free evening. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 165 km |
| Day 8 | Apr 17 | Kotor → Dubrovnik | Cross back into Croatia and end the drive in Dubrovnik, where the cars are returned. City tour of Dubrovnik and a sunset boat cruise. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 90 km |
| Day 9 | Apr 18 | Departure from Dubrovnik | Individual airport drops as per flight schedules. The hotel stay can be extended on request. | Meals included — Breakfast | 0 km |
Vehicle Options
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BMW X3 or Similar -
Renault Captur or Similar -
BMW X1 or Similar
Tour Inclusions
- Rental BMW and Renault SUVs or similar
- Car insurance with zero liability for damage, third party or theft, and cross-border fees
- Fuel for the car for the entire road trip
- Overnight parking for cars at hotels
- 8 nights in beautiful properties (twin-sharing rooms by default, single room upgrade available)
- All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as per the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water on drive days
- MotoRover tour manager
- English-speaking local guide
- Lead car for navigation and support
- Walkie talkies in all cars for communication during the drive
- Airport pickup in Zagreb and drop in Dubrovnik
- Hvar Island and Blue Cave boat excursion (weather-sensitive activity)
- Entrance charges to Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Tickets to the Biokovo Skywalk
- Ferry ride with the car in Kotor
- Sunset boat cruise in Dubrovnik
- City walking tours in Zagreb, Split, Mostar, Kotor and Dubrovnik
- Breakdown and medical assistance
- Visa support
- Tour merchandise
- Tour information booklet
Optional Services
- Single Room Supplement €625
- Extra Night in Zagreb / Dubrovnik (Double/Twin Room) €245
- Extra Night in Zagreb / Dubrovnik (Single Room) €210
Tour Exclusions
- Air tickets
- Visa costs
- Traffic violation fines (fine amount + €35)
- Car rental deposit of €1,850 per car (only a hold on your credit card, charged only in case of wrong fuel or drunk driving)
- Road tolls
- GST 5%
- TCS 5% or 20% (fully refundable in your next IT return)
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Medical expenses
- Expenses for unpredictable events
- Anything not mentioned under the inclusions
Tour Details
Food and Water
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as per the itinerary. Bottled drinking water on drive days
Accommodation
4 star hotels or similar boutique properties
Total Travel Distance
1200 km
Driving Time
4 to 5 hours on driving days with multiple breaks
Terrain
100% paved roads. Mix of scenic coastal roads, mountain twisties, cobbled urban streets, highway sections
Air Connectivity
Zagreb and Dubrovnik are both well connected to India via European hubs like Paris, Frankfurt, Munich and Zurich and even Gulf countries
Weather Forecast
Average temperature in April is 20 to 25 degree celsius in the day and 10 to 15 degree Celsius at night
Additional Costs
Airfare: INR 85,000 Onwards
Schengen Visa: INR 13,000
Personal Travel Insurance: INR 2,000 to 3,000
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