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Balkans Motorcycle Tour - April 2026

Tour Overview

The Balkans are Europe's most compelling secret — a mosaic of ancient civilisations, turquoise coastlines, and mountain landscapes that few riders have yet discovered. This 10-day journey threads through four extraordinary countries, from the Dalmatian Coast's shimmering Adriatic waters to the raw, primeval canyons of Montenegro's interior.

Ride into Mostar across its famous Ottoman bridge, wind through Sarajevo's layers of history, and drop down to the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor before finishing in the walled splendour of Dubrovnik. Spring riding conditions, boutique accommodation, and a carefully curated cultural itinerary make this one of MotoRover's most beloved tours.

Route Map

Balkan tour route map
Overview of the tour route (tap to open full size).

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day Date Route Activity Meals Distance
Day 1 Apr 20 Split, Croatia Arrival at Split airport. Bike handover, city exploration of Diocletian's Palace, welcome dinner by the harbour. Meals included — Dinner — km
Day 2 Apr 21 Split → Šibenik Coastal ride to Krka National Park — swim beneath the waterfalls. Continue to Šibenik, a city of fortresses and baroque streets. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 120 km
Day 3 Apr 22 Šibenik → Makarska Riviera Through UNESCO Trogir, optional ferry to Hvar island, then south along the Makarska Riviera — dramatic cliffs over a turquoise sea. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 180 km
Day 4 Apr 23 Makarska → Mostar Cross into Bosnia-Herzegovina. Arrive Mostar, walk the Stari Most, explore the Ottoman bazaar of Kujundžiluk. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 130 km
Day 5 Apr 24 Mostar → Sarajevo Mountain roads through Bosnia's hinterland. Sarajevo — war memorial, Latin Bridge, the extraordinary Baščaršija bazaar. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 130 km
Day 6 Apr 25 Sarajevo → Montenegro Cross into Montenegro via Sutjeska National Park — Europe's last primeval forest, dramatic Tara river canyon. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 200 km
Day 7 Apr 26 Montenegro → Kotor Bay Descend from the mountains to the Adriatic. Enter the UNESCO Bay of Kotor — the serpentine coastal road is unforgettable. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 180 km
Day 8 Apr 27 Kotor Bay → Sveti Stefan Explore Kotor's medieval old town. Afternoon ride south along the Montenegrin Riviera to the iconic island-hotel of Sveti Stefan. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 120 km
Day 9 Apr 28 Montenegro → Dubrovnik Border crossing into Croatia. Ride along the coast to Dubrovnik — the Pearl of the Adriatic. Walk the Old City walls at sunset. Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 150 km
Day 10 Apr 29 Dubrovnik Farewell breakfast. Bike return, departure transfers. Tour concludes at Dubrovnik airport. Meals included — Breakfast — 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 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

  • Motorcycle rental (BMW R1250 GS / F900 GS / Suzuki V-Strom 650 / Honda Africa Twin) with insurance & fuel
  • 9 nights boutique twin-share hotels
  • Daily breakfast + welcome & farewell dinners
  • MotoRover tour manager + local guide
  • Support vehicle + dedicated mechanic
  • GPS units & detailed route maps
  • Airport transfer (Split arrival)
  • Ferry tickets (Hvar crossing)
  • Border crossing assistance
  • Tour merchandise
  • GST & TCS included

Optional Services

  • Single Room Supplement €480
  • Extra Night in Split (Twin) €200
  • Extra Night in Split (Single) €170
  • Extra Night in Dubrovnik (Twin) €230
  • Extra Night in Dubrovnik (Single) €190

Tour Exclusions

  • International flights (typically INR 50,000–65,000 return from India)
  • Most lunches & dinners (est. €20–25/day)
  • Riding gear & helmet
  • Personal travel insurance (from India, budget roughly INR 3,000–4,000)
  • Schengen / local visa fees (if applicable)
  • Personal expenses
  • Single room supplement (optional) — from €540 when available; confirm at booking

Tour Details

Food and Water

Breakfasts and Dinners as per the Itinerary

Accommodation

3/4* Hotels & Boutique stays

Total Travel Distance

1580kms

Riding / Driving 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

Air Fair – INR 85000 Onwards
Visa Expense - INR 13000
Personal Travel Insurance – INR 2000 to 3000

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