Mountains & Sea · Guided Motorcycle Tour
Balkan
Explorer
Ride legendary mountain roads, dramatic canyons and the Adriatic coast across five countries—guided by the local team that knows every turn.
11 days / 10 nights8 riding daysApprox. 1,800 km100% paved
The Western Balkans, fully revealed
Five countries. One unforgettable line through the Balkans.
Balkan Explorer is a premium guided motorcycle journey through Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Albania and Croatia. The circular route begins and ends in Banja Luka, connecting the region’s best mountain roads, canyons, cultural cities and Adriatic coastline.
Ride Durmitor, Piva Canyon, Albania’s legendary SH20, Mount Lovćen and the Adriatic Coastal Road, with time for Sarajevo, Višegrad, Kotor, Dubrovnik and Mostar. A dedicated rest day in Kotor balances the most intensive riding days.
Premium accommodation, experienced English-speaking guidance, luggage transport and local support keep the focus exactly where it belongs: on the road and the experience.
Five countriesBosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Albania and Croatia.
Legendary roadsDurmitor, SH20, Lovćen and the Adriatic Coastal Road.
Balanced rhythmEight riding days with a full rest day in Kotor.
Premium supportLocal guide, luggage transport and support vehicle when applicable.
Tour snapshot
Built for riders who want the complete Balkan experience.
Start & finishBanja Luka, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Riding levelModerate
Road surface100% paved roads
Group sizeUp to 10 motorcycles
AccommodationPremium 3★–4★ hotels
MealsBreakfast & dinner, except rest-day dinner
Recommended seasonJune to September
LanguagesProfessional English-speaking guide
Banja Luka→Sarajevo→Zlatibor→Žabljak→Shkodër→Kotor→Makarska→Mostar→Banja Luka
Day by day
The Balkan Explorer itinerary.
Open each day for the route, experience and overnight details. Riding times include planned sightseeing, photo stops and breaks.
Day 01Arrival in Banja LukaWelcome day
Arrive, settle into the hotel and meet your guide and fellow riders. The evening includes a welcome dinner and official tour briefing covering the route, riding procedures and practical information for the journey ahead.
HighlightsArrival, welcome dinner and tour briefing
Stay & meals4★ hotel · Dinner
Day 02Banja Luka → Jajce → Travnik → Sarajevo200 km · 6–7 hrs
The first ride follows scenic roads through Central Bosnia to Jajce Waterfall and the Pliva Lakes. Continue through Travnik’s Ottoman old town and fortress, then follow the Lašva Valley into Sarajevo for an evening around Baščaršija.
HighlightsJajce, Pliva Lakes, Travnik and Sarajevo Old Town
Stay & mealsPremium 4★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 03Sarajevo → Rogatica → Višegrad → Zlatibor180 km · 4–5 hrs
Leave Sarajevo through eastern Bosnia’s mountain landscapes and reach the Drina River at Višegrad. See the UNESCO-listed Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge, cross into Serbia and climb into the Zlatibor mountain region.
HighlightsDrina River, Višegrad bridge and Zlatibor
Stay & mealsPremium 4★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 04Zlatibor → Uvac → Mojkovac → Žabljak260 km · 7–8 hrs
Ride southwest through Serbia to the dramatic meanders of Uvac Canyon. The route continues via Mojkovac across the Montenegrin border and climbs the scenic mountain roads to Žabljak, gateway to Durmitor National Park.
HighlightsUvac Nature Reserve, canyon views and Durmitor
Stay & mealsPremium 3★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 05Žabljak → Durmitor → Piva → SH20 → Shkodër250 km · 9–10 hrs
A signature riding day through Durmitor’s dramatic landscapes, down to Piva Canyon and Lake, then south through Nikšić and Podgorica. Finish on Albania’s legendary SH20—sweeping curves, deep valleys and unforgettable mountain views—before arriving in Shkodër.
HighlightsDurmitor, Piva Canyon, Plužine and SH20
Stay & mealsPremium 4★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 06Shkodër → Adriatic Coast → Lovćen → Kotor200 km · 8–9 hrs
Cross back into Montenegro and ride through Ulcinj, Bar, Petrovac and Budva. Turn inland at Cetinje, climb Mount Lovćen and descend on one of the region’s most spectacular roads toward the Bay of Kotor.
HighlightsUlcinj, Budva, Cetinje, Lovćen and Bay of Kotor
Stay & mealsPremium 4★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 07Rest Day — KotorRide-free day
Slow down and enjoy Kotor at your own pace. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town, relax beside the bay, take an optional boat trip or simply recharge before the journey continues along the Adriatic.
Optional experiencesOld Town, Bay of Kotor and local excursions
Stay & mealsPremium 4★ hotel · Breakfast
Day 08Kotor → Dubrovnik → Makarska240 km · 7–8 hrs
Follow the Bay of Kotor and cross into Croatia for time in Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. Continue north on the legendary Adriatic Coastal Road to the Makarska Riviera.
HighlightsDubrovnik, city walls and Adriatic coast
Stay & meals3★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 09Makarska → Kravica → Počitelj → Mostar130 km · 5–6 hrs
Leave the Riviera for Herzegovina, stopping at turquoise Kravica Waterfall, Ottoman-era Počitelj and the Buna River Spring near Blagaj. Finish in Mostar with time for the UNESCO-listed Old Bridge and atmospheric Old Town.
HighlightsKravica, Počitelj, Blagaj and Mostar
Stay & meals4★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 10Mostar → Kupres → Šipovo → Banja Luka300 km · 7–8 hrs
The final riding day climbs through the Dinaric interior to the open landscapes of the Kupres plateau, then continues through Šipovo and Manjača. Return to Banja Luka for a farewell dinner and celebration of the journey.
HighlightsKupres, Šipovo, Manjača and farewell dinner
Stay & meals4★ hotel · Breakfast & dinner
Day 11Departure from Banja LukaDeparture day
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Banja Luka Airport according to the group schedule. Transfers from Sarajevo, Tuzla, Zagreb, Belgrade and Ljubljana airports can be arranged on request, as can extra nights and additional riding.
IncludedBreakfast and scheduled Banja Luka Airport transfer
ExtensionsExtra accommodation, rental and self-guided options available
Ride with confidence
Premium motorcycles. Professional local support.
Every operational detail is handled by Brdar Moto Tours, a licensed tour operator based in Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Motorcycle options
Yamaha Tracer 7 GT and Yamaha Ténéré 700 are included. Tracer 9 GT and GT+ upgrades are available on request and subject to availability.
Guide & luggage
A professional English-speaking guide leads the route, while luggage transport keeps every riding day light and comfortable.
Support vehicle
Included for groups of four or more motorcycles, or six or more participants, adding practical support across the full route.
Clear from the start
What’s included—and what isn’t.
Included
- Scheduled airport transfers from Banja Luka Airport
- Transfers from Sarajevo, Tuzla, Zagreb, Belgrade and Ljubljana on request
- 10 nights in carefully selected premium hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Daily dinner except on the Kotor rest day
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Luggage transport throughout the tour
- Support vehicle when minimum group size is met
- Welcome briefing and farewell dinner
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Fuel
- Lunches
- Alcoholic and other beverages
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and optional activities
- Entrance fees not specifically listed as included
- Tips, gratuities and unlisted services
Self-guided includes
- Carefully planned GPS route and daily navigation pack
- Accommodation arranged for the full itinerary
- Motorcycle rental with lockable luggage
- Daily breakfast
- Arrival briefing and route orientation
- Local telephone support throughout the trip
Not included
- Tour guide and support vehicle
- Fuel, tolls and parking
- Flights and travel insurance
- Lunches, dinners and beverages unless confirmed
- Personal expenses, activities and entrance fees
- Tips, gratuities and unlisted services
Two ways to ride
Choose the experience that fits you.
The route, itinerary and signature highlights stay the same. Guidance, support and pricing adapt to the way you prefer to travel.
Guided experienceRide with a local guideFull route leadership and group support
Fully guided Balkan experience
Ride the complete route with an experienced local motorcycle guide, with the journey planned and supported from arrival to departure.
- Local guide on motorcycle
- Accommodation arranged
- Route and daily briefing
- Luggage and local support
Rider€3,600
Passenger€2,050
Self-guided experienceRide at your own paceIndependent journey with local support
Your route. Your pace.
Ride the same carefully designed route independently, with accommodation, route guidance and local support arranged for you.
- Ride independently
- Accommodation arranged
- Route and navigation pack
- Local support available
Rider€2,400
Passenger€1,550
Your Balkan road starts here
Ready to explore?
Ask the Brdar Moto Tours team about upcoming departures, motorcycle availability, airport transfers and room options.