Amazing adventures in Europe’s wildest corner
We’re the UK’s go-to activity holiday specialists in the Balkans. Our range of small group adventures will take you well and truly off the beaten path to some of Europe’s most beautiful and lesser known places.
Each trip has been handcrafted with our extensive local knowledge and thoroughly tested for awesomeness. Whether you’re into hiking, kayaking, yoga or swimming, we guarantee an unforgettable escape that will leave you wanting more.
From family-friendly active holidays to cross-border kayaking expeditions, and hiking holidays to foodie tours, we’ve got something for every type of traveller.
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7 Day Mountain Walking Holiday in Montenegro
A jaw-dropping tour of Montenegro's highest peaks for experienced hikers!
7 Day Activity Holiday in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Adventure awaits in the Balkans' most multi-cultural and exciting country!
7 Day Family Adventure Holiday in Montenegro
A multi-activity adventure for families with super-active younger children!
7 Day Multi-Activity Holiday in Albania
Discover Albania's lakes, mountains & sea on this multi-active adventure!
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We sat down with Ana this week, tour leader for our Montenegro Family Adventure. Ana has a long history of culture tour guiding so we're lucky to have her for our adventures, where she combines her outdoorsy side with great storytelling. She takes us on Via Ferrata in the Durmitor mountains, rafting on the Tara river, Pelican watching on Lake Skadar and wild swimming. Plus, she gives us her top Montenegro tips on fitness, food & more.![]()
Get to know Ana in the link 👉https://undiscoveredbalkans.com/montenegro-meet-the-team-ana/![]()
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We’re a bit late to the 2016 vs 2026 trend, but can't let it pass without sharing these pics from our first proper research trip to Albania. It was a cold January this time 10 years ago when we took our three kids, all age five and under, on a road trip where their winter coats ended up caked in dried hot chocolate. ![]()
Crazy? Very possibly. But we fell deeply for this then little explored country and its people, undeterred by toddler tantrums, multiple cafe stops and not being able to use the stroller on Tirana’s potholed pavements or Berat’s cobbled paths.![]()
Little could we imagine that a decade on we’d have several original adventures running in Albania that guests have genuinely raved about (sensibly, all for age 7+). Or that we’d get to work with so many inspiring Albanians, from guides like Aurora and Alfi to the hosts who welcome our guests so warmly. ![]()
Some of those trips have even made it into big travel media, including The Sunday Times.![]()
If you haven’t yet visited Albania, we’d urge you to do so and make it this year. We’ve popped a link to all our adventure trips there in the comments.![]()
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Ever stood inside a Cold War bunker in Europe? 🏢 ![]()
Across the Balkans, communist bunkers still hide beneath mountains, beaches and cities. From Albania’s bunkers to Tito’s nuclear shelter in Bosnia, these are some of the coolest Cold War relics you can visit in Europe. We explore the most scenic bunker sites on our adventure holidays—along with hiking, great food and warm Balkan hospitality. 🏕️![]()
Curious to find the best Cold War sites in the Balkans? 👉 Read our new blog here
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Our new newsletter has dropped, with plenty of inspiration for an early Spring 2026 escape. Where will you be: on a yoga or art retreat in Montenegro? hiking in Serbia? wild swimming in Albania? wine tasting in Croatia? April to May is one of the best times to visit the Balkans, so if you're dreaming about getting away, check out our adventure travel early spring offers. ⛰️![]()
Read it here 👉 mailchi.mp/undiscoveredbalkans/january-newsletter-2#undiscoveredbalkansl#SpringTravelravel
Looking for somewhere new to hike in Europe? 🇲🇪
Montenegro’s mountains are packed with big views, quiet trails, and unforgettable scenery.![]()
Our guided hiking holidays take in the very best of this small, mountainous country — and they’re currently 10% off with our January offer. ![]()
Climb dramatic peaks on our Mountain Hiking Week, or trek from Montenegro to Albania along iconic routes like the Via Dinarica and Peaks of the Balkans.![]()
Travel slow, in a small group, and enjoy insights only a local knows, led by experienced mountain guides from the region.
👉 Trips run June to October![]()
Use code HEALTHY10 when booking via the link in the comments.
⏰ Offer ends 31 January 2026. T&Cs apply.![]()
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