The Balkans (Part 2)

This section includes Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia.
Cities, ferry crossings, seaside relaxation, national parks, waterfalls, and hidden gems

Balkans, Part I

Route

Covered in the first part:
Transit through Hungary – Belgrade, Serbia – Belgrade Fortress – Saint Sava Temple – Skopje, North Macedonia – Matka Canyon – Prehistoric settlement in Kistoci Bay – Ohrid, North Macedonia – Transfer to Albania – Tirana, Albania – Shkoder, Albania – Lake Koman, Albania –

In the second part:
Budva, Montenegro – Kotor, Montenegro. Ferry crossing – Dubrovnik, Croatia – Lokrum Island, Croatia – Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina – Abandoned bobsleigh track near Sarajevo – Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina – Split, Croatia – Krka, National Park with waterfalls, Croatia – Zadar, Croatia – Plitvice Lakes

Budva, Montenegro

A resort town, lively and bustling, the main resort of Montenegro. At night, you can hear discos from the promenade; during the day, the whole town is by the sea, and in the evening, life comes alive in the restaurants on the waterfront. Many yachts are moored in the port. Ukrainians are well-known in Montenegro. The local population understands the Russian language well and even speaks it; there are no problems with English either. No language barriers.

Kotor, Montenegro. Ferry Crossing

Coordinates on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/aaJY4vzZ6uGGyAzB9
Official website: http://ferry.co.me/

Kotor is a charming town in Montenegro. You can take a stroll through the town, along the promenade, climb to the fortress, which offers a beautiful view of the entire bay. From Kotor, there are excursions to the "Blue Caves," where it's very pleasant to swim in the crystal clear blue water.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

One of the most famous tourist cities in Croatia. Without knowing where the beaches are, you won't easily find them. There are beaches carved into the cliffs and very small. During the day and in the evening, numerous tourists stroll through the old town, and the fortress is located in the eastern part. The old town is truly impressive, with streets paved with stones, matching the color of the building walls. Accommodation in Dubrovnik is expensive. From Dubrovnik, you can take trips to the nearby islands.

Island Lokrum, Croatia

One of the most famous islands near Dubrovnik is Lokrum. The beaches are right in the open sea, and various birds and animals roam the island. You can easily spend a day on the island and return to the city in the evening. The island is also known for its nudist beach located on the eastern side of the island.

Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Famous worldwide city. The best time to see the bridge is around 7-8 in the morning when there are hardly any people. In the evening, young people gather under the bridge, making it a lively place. Some evenings feature DJs. During the day, the bridge is crowded with tourists. To save time, it's better to look for a hotel with its own parking. If you plan to stay overnight, spending 1.5 hours exploring the city during the day is sufficient.