Monterrasol Travel: year-round multi-day private car tours

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What do you do?

Private tours for mature adults: solo travelers, couples, or small groups.

Why a private tour?

This is how you get personal approach, customized itinerary, freedom with itinerary on the way, your pick-up and drop-off locations, no other people, spend time as you need.

Why travel exactly with us?

We're friendly, adequate people with deep knowledge of the region and visited sites, open to talk and answer questions.

Where can I travel with you?

Central and Southern Europe, mainly across Croatia, Greece, Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania, and Serbia. Read in detail where you can travel with us.

How much does it cost?

It depends the most on duration, season, and visited countries. Countries like Greece and Croatia are expensive, while Albania and Bosnia are more affordable. The price is also depend on the number of travelers. Unlike some companies, each our tour have clearly visible price (subject of season and group size).

Can I trust you?

Check it yourself! Just read some reviews from just one site where our tours are provided.

How can I get a tour?

Browse our tours catalog, play with duration, starting and ending location, and select one with the area you like to visit. You can see the list of tours by description or switch to the map view. Click the "Request this tour" button and fill out your details. We will answer in 24 hours. Or, ask us for a custom tour.

Why do it now, not later?

When you come later, the desired starting date may be unavailable. People book our tours 6-12 months in advance. Book your tour now, secure the starting date (we require a 20% deposit, not the full price), and avoid higher prices later due to inflation.

What you can do with us

Our company is operating without limitations. You can visit with us all the Balkan countries where we operate regularly: Bosnia-Herzegovina, Albania, Greece, Serbia, Croatia, Montenegro, and North Macedonia. You can travel with us year-round on our multi-day multi-country tours across these countries. Explore pre-disigned tours in our catalog or ask us for a custom tour. Custom tours can be provided in other Balkan countries as well as across Central and South Europe. We specialize in flexible travel, and senior and mature travellers are the best candidates for our tours.

Think of the Western Balkans region as a great example of off-the-beaten path travel. With our tours, we come to places that are undiscovered by mass tourism and explore "hidden gems". Enjoy travel as you wish, in the comfort of your own privacy.

With us, you will be not just a tourist but a traveller, avoiding overcrowded activities and seeking the road less travelled, but appreciate the real culture of each destination.

Follow the ideas of Slow Tourism philosophy, we consider the Bosnia-Herzegovina as especially interesting as year-round destination for Solo travellers and Senior travellers.

Let's define a few things!

Currently there is no widely accepted definition of the term tourist destination. From the traveler perspective, a tourist destination is a city, town, or other area that is dependent to a significant extent on the revenues accruing from tourism, or "a country, state, region, city, or town which is marketed or markets itself as a place for tourists to visit". Tourist destination may contain one or more tourist attractions.

Cultural tourism is the subset of tourism concerned with a country or region's culture, specifically the lifestyle of the people in those geographical areas, the history of those people, their art, architecture, religion, and other elements that helped shape their way of life.

A tour operator typically combines tour and travel components to create a travel package. An independent tour operator is an individual or company that works by themselves as tour operators. They are not owned by another company like a franchise or chain. An independent tour operator develops, organizes and promotes its own tours directly.

An escorted tour is a form of tourism in which travelers are taken in a group to various destinations, versus a self-guided tour where the tourist is on its own. Escorted tours are normally conducted by a tour leader who takes care of all services from beginning to end of your tour. The tour leader takes care of the logistics; this includes accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, transfers to and from the airport/hotel and most meals.

Escorted tour, whether just a couple travelling with a guide in a private car or a small group led by a tour leader, becoming an increasingly popular way to discover destinations of all kinds. Travelling with like-minded people, you have more time to enjoy the destinations you have come to visit, and often you get insight and access to places and experiences which independent tourists cannot reach.

The private small group car tour allows you to travel more like with family or friends instead having the trip with multiple strangers on a crowded bus. We, at Monterrasol Travel, use passenger minivans such as Renault Trafic, Opel Vivaro or Fiat Scudo, that carry up to 8 people, including driver and tour leader. Minivans are our car of choice by default. In some cases, depending on the circumstances, we can use a classic passenger car, not a minivan. One clear advantage of a private tour is that we are not obliged to follow a strict timetable like a big tourist bus. So, we can be much more relaxed and flexible in our schedule.

Under term custom tour we at Monterrasol Travel understand an independent travel plan designed and arranged just for you. Custom tours from us are always include private airport and hotel transfers; hotels; transfers during the tour by car, trains, cruises; events and activities; and visits any place and in any style that you want to travel.

Monterrasol Travel private tours are fully escorted tour packages, which means in each tour you will have your own tour leader and your own driver that use a private, only for you or your party, a car, as a rule a passenger minivan. Both, tour leader and driver, are at your service during time of the trip. The meaning of private tour also mean, you will not be mixed with any other travellers in car.

Off the beaten path travel

This is how you'll be out of the overcrowded touristy areas and travel in a safe and responsible way. You know, the safest trips are ones where you avoid other people as much as possible. For all people that would like to travel and can arrive to the region, we can provide tours all year long.

Statement about the coronavirus situation

Slow Tourism philosophy

Follow the ideas of Slow Tourism philosophy, we consider the Bosnia-Herzegovina especially interesting destiantion in the light of current situation for Solo travellers and Senior travellers. All advantages of non-touristy places available here.

Slow Tourism philosophy

Promo: Year-round Bosnia discovery tour

All seasons 11 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy tour from Sarajevo. Off the beaten path travel to Medieval land of Bosnia.

Off the beaten path travel to Medieval land of Bosnia.

The latest added tours and places

April 14, 2025 We have added a new destination: Llogara pass, Albania. The Llogara pass is a high mountain road within the Ceraunian Mountains along the Albanian Riviera. The road itself is a steep zigzagging road on the southern end of the mountains and is 1027 meters above sea level. The pass is the highest point on the main coastal road between Vlore and Sarande and is 31.5 km long.

April 5, 2025 We discovered a new destination: Amphipolis, Greece. Amphipolis is an ancient Greek archaeological site located in northern Greece, near the Strymon River and Mount Pangaion. Founded in 437/436 BC by the Athenian general Hagnon, it was an Athenian colony of strategic importance, situated to control the rich Strymon hinterland and the Pangaion gold mines.

March 30, 2025 We added one more destination: Andromonastero, Greece. Nestled amid the olive-clad slopes of the Peloponnese, just a short distance from the majestic ruins of Ancient Messene, the Monastery of Andromonastero offers a serene escape into Greece's lesser-known historical and spiritual landscapes. Often overshadowed by the region's famed archaeological sites, this tranquil Byzantine-era monastery invites travelers to step away from the crowds and immerse themselves in quiet reflection, scenic beauty, and a tangible connection to the past.

March 22, 2025 We created a new tour, a private tour: Balkans tour 14 days across Slovenia Croatia Bosnia Montenegro Monterrasol Travel tour with private minivan. Visit UNESCO sites and main attraction in 4 Balkans countries. We welcome you to explore 4 Balkans countries, all are parts of former Yugoslavia: Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Montenegro. With our 14-day Balkans tour across Slovenia Croatia Bosnia Montenegro you will able to visit in each country the most important UNESCO sites and main attractions. We will passing by beautiful coastal line, drive scenic roads, see castles and fortresses, lakes and caves, admire Venetian and medieval towns, visit monasteries and cathedrals. We waiting you on this Balkans road trip!

March 14, 2025 We have created an interesting tour, a private tour: Discover Slovenia Croatia Bosnia with 14 days tour. Monterrasol Travel private tour with minivan. Visit main UNESCO sites and attraction in 3 Balkans countries. We welcome you to explore 3 beautiful Balkans countries: Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Our 14-day Balkans tour across Slovenia Croatia Bosnia will open for your the feel and sense of each country through visit the most important UNESCO sites and main attractions. We will see beautiful castles and fortresses, admire coastal line and mountains, drive scenic roads, see lakes and caves, admire Venetian and medieval towns, come to monasteries and cathedrals. We waiting you on this Balkans road trip!

March 5, 2025 New place added to our catalog: Bassae, Greece. Bassae is an archaeological site in Oichalia, a municipality in the northeastern part of Messenia, Greece, remotely located at an elevation of 1,131 meters above sea level on the slopes of Kotylion Mountain. The site is famous for the well-preserved 5th century BC Temple of Apollo Epicurius, the very first Greek site to be inscribed in 1986 on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

February 24, 2025 We have added a new destination: Monodendri, Greece. Monodendri is a picturesque village located in the heart of the Zagori region in Epirus, Greece. Situated at an altitude of 1060 meters, it is part of the Central Zagori area within the prefecture of Ioannina. The village is nestled near the edge of the breathtaking Vikos Gorge, the world's deepest canyon, and the Voidomatis River, a tributary of the Aoos River.

February 18, 2025 New destination added to our catalog: Bač (Bac), Serbia. Bač is a true treasure trove of authentic tourist attractions due to its turbulent centuries-old past with preserved cultural and historical heritage. The town's history is reflected in its well-preserved medieval fort, historic walled towns, and cultural monuments. The Bođani monastery and remains of the Turkish bath offer a glimpse into the town's rich cultural past.

February 9, 2025 We discovered a new route, a private tour: Bosnia year-round discovery 7 days tour from Sarajevo. Private tour from Monterrasol Travel in minivan. Travel medieval Bosnia off the beaten path. We welcome you to travel with us across Bosnia-Herzegovina with our year-round discovery 7 days tour from Sarajevo. Let's travel medieval Bosnia-Herzegovina off the beaten path. With this tour we going to visit medieval fortresses Travnik, Doboj, Maglaj and Jajce, see beautiful Jajce waterfall, walk historical center of town Mostar (UNESCO World Heritage site) and walk over famous Mostar bridge, explore historical center of Sarajevo, Banja Luka, Jajce, get to know why Radimlja is UNESCO World Heritage site, meet silent Zavala monastery and try amazing wine in old cellars of Tvrdos monastery, visit thin peninsula at the middle of lake with Franciscan monastery and explore its ethnographic museum, wonder on beauty of Vjetrenica cave, passing the beautiful landscapes every day.

February 1, 2025 We recently added a new place: Bogovina, Serbia. Bogovina Cave is one of the longest caves in Serbia. The cave's channels have been examined and mapped, showcasing its extensive network. Bogovina Cave is a must-visit attraction for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

The latest updates on our site

April 15, 2025 We have updated details for a private tour: Year-round Bosnia discovery 5 days tour from Sarajevo. Private tour from Monterrasol Travel in minivan. Sarajevo, Mostar, Medjugorje, Kravica, Tvrdos, Trebinje. We invite you to discover Bosnia-Herzegovina with a small year-round 5 days tour from Sarajevo. It will begin with a walking tour of Sarajevo's historical center, with next day visit to the Tunnel of Hope museum, which depicts how hard the Sarajevo people fought during the siege. We will pass the small town Konjic and see its Ottoman bridge, then come to the famous Mostar, to walk the narrow cobbled streets of the historical center and see the Mostar Bridge. Next, we will come to Medjugorje pilgrimage center, to understand why this place has become so important for Catholics and visit the beautiful Kravica waterfalls nearby. After Mostar, we will see town Blagaj, known for the dervish monastery (tekka) and the source of the Buna River. The same day, we will arrive in Trebinje. The next day, before we take the road back to Sarajevo, we will see the Orthodox monastery Tvrdos, which has the ability to taste white, rose and red wines. At the end of this day, we will take the road back to Sarajevo, passing by the beautiful Sutejska National Park.

March 30, 2025 We have enhanced the description for a private tour: Off-season 26 days tour Greece UNESCO sites from Igoumenitsa. Ancient towns, monasteries, castles. Private tour from Monterrasol Travel in minivan. Explore main UNESCO sites of Greece mainland and Peloponnese. We welcome you to explore non-touristic sites of Greece with our extended off-season discovery 26-day tour from Igoumenitsa. We will explore several famous mainland regions of Greece: Central Greece, Peloponnese, Epirus, and even Zagori, recently nominated as UNESCO World Heritage site for cultural landscape. Few of visited sites are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites, and few are UNESCO Tentative List sites. We will visit castles and fortresses, coastal and mountain towns, ancient monasteries and cathedrals, archaeological sites and ancient bridges, off the beaten track attractions and beautiful taverns. We will start the tour with visiting town Parga famous fort castle and beaches. Next attraction where we will walk is ancient city Nicopolis (UNESCO Tentative List site), and come to explore and sleep in coastal town Preveza. Through the only under sea tunnel in Greece we will come to coastal town Nafpaktos, and on the way will visit archaeological site Oeniadae (UNESCO Tentative List site) with shipyard and small ancient theater. In Nafpaktos we need to see a fortress; in historical center we need to say Hello to Miguel de Cervantes which statue is located in old port. Next day, after exploring two fortresses, Antirrio and Rio, take images of beautiful bridge from ferry, we will come to Patras, to see famous castle, cathedral, and few attractions from Roman time. Starting from Patras, we are already in the Peloponnese region, where located the most attractions of this our tour. We will come to famous Olympia, explore archaeological site and 3 museums. Next our locations are fortresses Pylos and Methoni, and we will stay in lively town Kalamata with long beautiful coastal line and beach. From here we also will visit archaeological site Messene (UNESCO Tentative List site). From Kalamata, with short walk in medieval part of town Kardamyli, we will come to explore Mani peninsula famous for specific tower houses and people who claim be descent from the ancient Spartans. We will see the heart of Mani, the historical capital of the Mani Peninsula town Areopoli, its historical center, charming stone tower houses and cobblestone alleyway. After Mani, we will pass coastal town Gytheio and will come to see amazing medieval fortified town Monemvasia, and will explore both lower and upper towns there. Next important places we will explore are famous town Sparta and archaeological site Mystras (UNESCO World Heritage site) with still active monastery. From Sparta, passing by mountain road cute mountain town Kosmas and cliff monastery Elonas, we will come to Nafplio, where around are located several important attractions like Argos, Tiryns (UNESCO World Heritage site), Midea, Asini, Tolo. On the way to Ancient Corinth we will walk over stones of ancient civilization in Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage site). Around Corinth we will wonder on Corinth canal and explore ancient fortress Acrocorinth. Next important attraction to visit is Hosios Loukas monastery (UNESCO World Heritage site). We will have overnight in mountain town Arachova, and from there will come to see famous complex of monasteries in Meteora (UNESCO World Heritage site). From Kalampaka, the town of Meteora monasteries, we will come to Ioannina to see its castle and nice Silversmith museum. The rest of tour we will spend in Zagori (the whole region is UNESCO World Heritage site), learn the stories of this not usual region, see several ancient bridges and mountain towns.

February 23, 2025 We have reviewed the information of place Oiniadai (Oeniadae), Greece. The archaeological site of Oeniadae is a treasure trove for tourists interested in ancient history and architecture. The site's well-preserved ruins, including the theater, shipyard, and fortifications, provide a unique glimpse into ancient Greek urban planning and engineering. The strategic location and historical significance of the city make it a fascinating destination for those interested in exploring the remnants of ancient civilizations.

February 18, 2025 We have polished the description for a private tour: All seasons best of Bosnia 3 days discovery tour from Korcula. Monterrasol Travel tour with private minivan. Mostar, Pocitelj, Stolac, Tvrdos, Trebinje, Kravice waterfalls. All seasons 3 days Bosnia-Herzegovina discovery tour from Korcula (pick up and drop off in Orebic). Visit old towns, fortress, monasteries, natural cave. We will visit Vjetrenica cave, see famous Tvrdos Orthodox monastery and taste real Herzegovina white, rose and red wines from its own wine cellar, admire panoramic view of Trebinje from hilly church, and enjoy small walking tour in Trebinje. On the next day, on the road to Mostar, we well see hilly fortress Stolac with great panoramic view, archaeological site Radimlja with carved gravestones (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and rest of the day walk over old town Mostar (historical center with Mostar bridge is a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Next day will bring us to Blagaj dervish monastery, after that we will climb by narrow streets of medieval fortified town Pocitelj, and after that we will see wonderful Kravica natural park with waterfalls. After that we will take road through the beautiful hilly landscape to return back.

February 18, 2025 We added more details in description for a private tour: Cultural + wine tasting 2 days all seasons Bosnia tour from Korcula. Monterrasol Travel tour in private minivan. Visit Trebinje, Tvrdos, Blagaj, Medjugorje, Kravica. Discover Bosnia-Herzegovina and taste wonderful Herzegovina wines with all seasons 2 days Bosnia tour from Korcula (pick up and drop off in Orebic). During the first day we will visit Vjetrenica cave, Orthodox cave monastery Zavala, famous Tvrdos Orthodox monastery and taste real Herzegovina white, rose and red wines from its own wine cellar, admire panoramic view of Trebinje from hilly church, and enjoy small walking tour in Trebinje. On the next day we will take a road to see archaeological site Radimlja with carved gravestones (UNESCO World Heritage Site), admire dervish monastery in Blagaj, visit Medjugorje pilgrimage center, and see famous Kravica waterfalls. After we will enjoy local food with local wine and return back.

February 18, 2025 We have reviewed the details for a private tour: Cultural + wine tasting 2 days all seasons Bosnia tour from Korcula. Monterrasol Travel tour in private minivan. Visit Mostar, Medjugorje, Blagaj, Pocitelj, Kravica. Discover Bosnia-Herzegovina and taste wonderful Herzegovina wines with all seasons 2 days Bosnia tour from Korcula (pick up and drop off in Orebic). We will visit archaeological site Radimlja with carved gravestones of forgotten religion (UNESCO World Heritage Site), admire dervish monastery in Blagaj, and spend rest of the day walking historical center of Mostar and Mostar Old Bridge (UNESCO World Heritage Site). On the next day we will take a road to see Medjugorje pilgrimage center, walk in natural park with famous Kravica waterfalls, and visit medieval town Pocitelj to walk small streets and enjoy panoramic view from the Ottoman fort. After we will enjoy local food with local wine and return back.

January 22, 2025 We make better the description of the place Fetislam, Serbia. Fetislam, a small town in Serbia, has a rich history dating back to the 15th century. The town was founded by the Ottoman Empire. One of the town's main attractions is the Fetislam Fortress, a 15th-century Ottoman stronghold that offers stunning views.

January 13, 2025 We have improved the description of place Dion, Greece. The Archaeological Park of Dion, the most important archaeological site at Mount Olympus in Greece, features several notable sanctuaries, including those dedicated to Zeus, Demeter, Artemis, Asklepios, and Isis. The Sanctuary of Demeter is the oldest, dating back to the Archaic period, while the Sanctuary of Zeus was built during the Hellenistic period. The site also includes a theater, which, although rebuilt in wood, was once a venue for concerts and shows.

January 7, 2025 We have updated details of the place Alcala de Henares, Spain. Alcala de Henares is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, culture, and education. The city's historic precinct is a treasure trove of architectural styles, from Roman ruins to Baroque archways, and its grid-like urban layout is a testament to its status as the first planned University City in history.

December 30, 2024 We recently updated information of the place Dimitsana, Greece. Dimitsana is a mountain village located in the Arcadia region of the Peloponnese, southern Greece. It is situated on the west slopes of Mount Mainalon, at an altitude of approximately 1,000 meters, offering a stunning view of the Megalopolis plain and the Taygetus mountains. Dimitsana is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, Open air water power museum, and the Philosophou Monastery, which was a key center of resistance and education during the Greek Revolution.

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