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Balkan Motorcycle Tour - April 2026

Tour Overview

The Balkan region is a hidden treasure for travellers looking for a quintessential East European experience. A moderate Mediterranean climate, a long coastline and mountain ranges give it the best of everything: postcard cities with medieval charm, beaches with turquoise waters, natural wonders and thrilling roads in the mountains and along the Dalmatian Coast.

This 10-day round trip from Split covers three countries, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Montenegro, all once part of Yugoslavia. Ride to Plitvice Lakes and over the Velebit mountains to Zadar, take the ferry to Hvar island, follow the Makarska Riviera to Dubrovnik for a rest day, then cross into Montenegro for Kotor and Durmitor National Park before Mostar and the ride back to Split. That is 1,580 km over 7 riding days on 100% paved roads, on your choice of high-end touring motorcycles, with breakfasts and dinners included.

Route Map

Balkan tour route map
Overview of the tour route.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day Date Route Activity Meals Distance
Day 1 Apr 20 Arrival at Split, Croatia Arrive in Split before 13:00 for the airport pickup. Walking tour of Split, motorcycle handover, tour briefing and welcome dinner. Meals included — Dinner 0 km
Day 2 Apr 21 Split → Plitvice Lakes NP Ride to Plitvice Lakes National Park with a stop at the Zeljava airbase. Overnight stay in Plitvice Lakes NP. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 215 km
Day 3 Apr 22 Plitvice Lakes NP → Zadar Visit the Plitvice Lakes, then ride through the Velebit mountains on one of the top 10 riding roads in the world. In Zadar, see the Sea Organ and the Greeting the Sun art installation. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 180 km
Day 4 Apr 23 Zadar → Hvar Coastal ride to Split, then the ferry to Hvar island. Free evening in Hvar. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 220 km
Day 5 Apr 24 Hvar → Dubrovnik Ferry back to the mainland, then ride along the Makarska Riviera and over the Pelješac Bridge. Free evening in Dubrovnik with a sunset boat ride. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 215 km
Day 6 Apr 25 Rest day in Dubrovnik Walking tour of Dubrovnik in the morning, then the rest of the day at leisure. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 0 km
Day 7 Apr 26 Dubrovnik → Žabljak Cross over to Montenegro for free time in Kotor and a ride through Lovcen National Park, then on to Žabljak by way of the Tara canyon. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 290 km
Day 8 Apr 27 Žabljak → Mostar Ride through Durmitor National Park and cross over to Bosnia. In Mostar, see the Crooked Bridge and the Turkish old town. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 240 km
Day 9 Apr 28 Mostar → Split Ride the Makarska Riviera with a stop at the Biokovo viewing deck. Motorcycle return in Split and farewell dinner. Meals included — Breakfast, Dinner 220 km
Day 10 Apr 29 Departure from Split Time to say goodbye. Airport drop as per your flight schedule. Meals included — Breakfast 0 km

Motorcycle Options

  • Suzuki V-Strom 650 available on this tour
    Suzuki V-Strom 650
  • Honda Transalp 750 available on this tour
    Honda Transalp 750
  • BMW F 750 GS available on this tour
    BMW F 750 GS
  • BMW F 800 GS available on this tour
    BMW F 800 GS
  • BMW F 850 GS available on this tour
    BMW F 850 GS
  • BMW F 900 GS available on this tour
    BMW F 900 GS
  • BMW R 1250 GS available on this tour
    BMW R 1250 GS
  • BMW R 1250 RT available on this tour
    BMW R 1250 RT
  • BMW R 1300 GS available on this tour
    BMW R 1300 GS

Tour Inclusions

  • Rental motorcycle with top box
  • Comprehensive motorcycle insurance for damage and third-party liability
  • 9-night accommodation in beautiful properties (twin-sharing rooms by default, single room upgrade available)
  • Fuel for motorcycle
  • Motorcycle delivery and pick-up at the Split hotel
  • Breakfasts and dinners as per the itinerary
  • Motorcycle guide
  • Support van for luggage
  • MotoRover Indian tour manager
  • Airport pickup and drop in Split
  • Entrance charges to national parks
  • 3 ferry rides with motorcycle
  • City tours in Split and Dubrovnik
  • Visit to Biokovo Skywalk
  • Breakdown and medical assistance
  • Bottled water on riding days
  • Visa support
  • Tour merchandise
  • Tour Information Booklet (TIBO)

Optional Services

  • Blue Cave boat tour (requires arriving a day before the tour starts) €160
  • Single Room Supplement €650
  • Extra Night in Split, before or after the tour (Single) €210
  • Extra Night in Split, before or after the tour (Double/Twin) €250
  • MotoRover VIP Motorcycle Insurance, sub 1000cc bikes (rental deposit reduces to €450) €200
  • MotoRover VIP Motorcycle Insurance, over 1000cc bikes (rental deposit reduces to €750) €300

Tour Exclusions

  • Air tickets
  • Schengen visa costs
  • Lunches and beverages
  • Motorcycle riding gear
  • Motorcycle rental deposit (sub 1000cc bikes €900, over 1000cc bikes €1,500)
  • 5% or 20% TCS (fully refundable in your next IT return)
  • GST 5%
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Medical expenses
  • Expenses for unforeseen events
  • Anything not mentioned under package inclusions

Tour Details

Food and Water

Breakfasts and dinners as per the itinerary, plus bottled water on riding days

Accommodation

3/4 star hotels or similar boutique properties at amazing locations

Total Travel Distance

1580 km

Riding Time

4-5hrs every day with multiple breaks

Terrain

100% paved roads. Mix of scenic coastal roads, mountain twisties, cobbled urban streets, highway sections.

Air Connectivity

Split, Croatia has connecting flights via Munich, Frankfurt & Doha from Delhi and Bombay

Weather Forecast

The average temperature during May is around 20 degrees Celsius with an average low of 15 degrees Celsius.

Additional Costs

Airfare: INR 85,000 Onwards
Visa: INR 13,000
Personal Travel Insurance: INR 2,000 to 3,000

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