Home

Monterrasol Travel Private tours Instagram Monterrasol Travel Private tours Twitter Monterrasol Travel Private tours Facebook Monterrasol Travel Private tours Pinterest

Flexible travel for seniors and mature travelers

Who we are

Why travel with us



Tours with discount

Check the list of our tours with existing discounts, and don't miss the chance to travel for less money!

Tours with discounts

Black Friday travel deals

 

 

 

 

Places we know

Tours we created

 

 

 

 


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

"A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step."
Lao Tzu, ancient Chinese philosopher

Welcome to the world of private car tours! We are delighted to see you here on our site! Please feel free to explore it, and we always happy to hear from you.

We invite you to your new journey!




Structured, organized, logical, clear

Our quick answers to your potential questions

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

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, although we really prefer to travel off-season. We can take you on private multi-day multi-country tour across these countries. Please explore pre-designed 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 cultural and historical travel, private way in really small group or solo, so mature travelers and seniors 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 experience more than just tourism; you will avoid crowded activities, enjoy less-traveled routes, and appreciate the authentic 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 travelers.


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.


Come with us to travel off-season

There are a few valuable advantages of traveling off-season in Europe. One is the significant cost savings. Off-season travel also means escaping the crowds. All attraction sites are far less congested, so you can avoid long lines and enjoy a more peaceful visit. Another advantage is the weather that is generally cooler and more comfortable than the hot summer months.

Advantages of traveling off-season

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

September 5, 2026 We put a new tour to our catalog, a private tour: Weeklong Serbia discovery year-round circle tour. Private tour from Monterrasol Travel by car. Roadtrip with fortresses monasteries museums by scenic roads. Day 1. We will depart from Belgrade and travel to Smederevo, where we will come to explore Smederevo Fortress, a vast medieval fortified city built in the 15th century, once the capital of the Serbian Despotate. We will then continue to see Viminacium, a significant Roman archaeological park with well-preserved remains of an ancient city and a mammoth cemetery. After that, we will come to Veliko Gradiste for accommodation. Day 2. After staying in Veliko Gradiste, we will travel to Golubac and will come to explore Golubac Fortress, a stunning medieval castle with ten towers, strategically positioned on the banks of the Danube River. We will then continue to see Tumane Monastery (Orthodox), a serene spiritual site nestled in the hills, and then to see Ram Fortress, another medieval stronghold on the Danube with a distinctive star-shaped layout. After that, we will return to Veliko Gradiste for accommodation.   ...  Day 6. After staying in Zlatibor, we will travel to explore the Stopica Cave, a fascinating karst cave with underground waterfalls and unique cave formations. We will then continue to see the Sirogojno ethno village, an open-air museum showcasing traditional Serbian rural architecture and way of life, and then to see Gostilje Waterfall, a picturesque cascade surrounded by lush greenery. After that, we will return to Zlatibor for accommodation. Day 7. After 2 nights in Zlatibor, we will travel to Trisic Winery, where we will enjoy a tasting of their excellent wines, particularly the local Serbian varietals. We will then travel to Belgrade to see the History Museum of Yugoslavia. Finally, we will return to Belgrade, where our memorable journey concludes.

August 21, 2026 We invite you to the new tour, a private tour: From Rogoznica 4 days mini tour to Zadar, Vir, Nin. Private minivan tour by Monterrasol Travel. Discover Central Dalmatia: UNESCO Sibenik and Zadar, hidden gems. Day 1. We depart from Rogoznica and travel to Sibenik, where we explore the Barone Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 17th-century defensive structure offering panoramic views of the city. We also visit the nearby St. John Fort and St. Michael Fortress (both UNESCO World Heritage Sites), then wander through Sibenik's atmospheric historical center and admire the magnificent Cathedral of St. James (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece of Gothic and Renaissance architecture built entirely of stone between the 15th and 16th centuries. We will stay overnight in Sibenik. Day 2. After staying in Sibenik, we travel to Zadar to explore its fortified old town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a city with roots stretching back to antiquity. We stroll through the Roman Forum, the largest on the eastern Adriatic coast, visit the 12th-century St. Anastasia's Cathedral, experience the enchanting Sea Organ, an architectural sound installation that creates melodies from the waves, and explore the unique Underwater Archaeology museum, showcasing finds from submerged ancient sites. We will stay in Zadar.

August 15, 2026 We have created an interesting tour, a private tour: Split to Sibenik, Trogir, and Zadar in 3 days micro tour. Monterrasol Travel private tour in minivan. Discover Central Dalmatia in Croatia. Day 1. We depart from Split and travel to Sibenik, where we explore the Barone Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 17th-century defensive structure offering panoramic views of the city. We also visit the nearby St. John Fort and St. Michael Fortress (both UNESCO World Heritage Sites), then wander through Sibenik's atmospheric historical center and admire the magnificent Cathedral of St. James (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece of Gothic and Renaissance architecture built entirely of stone between the 15th and 16th centuries. After that, we will come to Sibenik for accommodation. Day 2. After staying in Sibenik, we travel to Zadar to explore its fortified old town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a city with roots stretching back to antiquity. We stroll through the Roman Forum, the largest on the eastern Adriatic coast, visit the 12th-century St. Anastasia's Cathedral, and experience the enchanting Sea Organ, an architectural sound installation that creates melodies from the waves. We also explore the unique Underwater Archaeology museum, showcasing finds from submerged ancient sites. We will stay in Zadar.

April 28, 2026 We added one more place: Ljubačke doline (Ljubacke doline), Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ethno village Ljubacke doline is designed and set as an open-air museum with the intention of showing the life of a community that used to inhabit this area, its traditional architecture, material culture, and furniture from the late 19th century and early 20th century.

March 25, 2026 We added one more destination: Brauron, Greece. Brauron is an ancient archaeological site in eastern Attica, Greece, famous for its sanctuary dedicated to Artemis, the goddess of the hunt and nature. Brauron draws visitors with its well-preserved ruins and ties to ancient rituals. Tourists love exploring this peaceful archaeological park for a glimpse into classical Greek worship and daily life.​

January 12, 2026 We added one more place: Ávila‎ (Avila), Spain. Avila, a charming town in central Spain, is famous for its impressive medieval walls that surround the historic center. These stone fortifications are remarkably well-preserved, offering visitors a glimpse into the town's rich past and its strategic importance during the Middle Ages.

December 28, 2025 We discovered an interesting place: Baeza, Spain. Baeza, a picturesque town in Andalusia, southern Spain, is famous for its outstanding Renaissance architecture. Together with neighboring Ubeda, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003 under the name Renaissance Monumental Ensembles of Ubeda and Baeza, for its cultural significance.

December 6, 2025 We added one more destination: Veria, Greece. Veria, also spelled Veroia or Beroea, is a city in Central Macedonia, northern Greece, known for its rich history, Byzantine architecture, and proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aigai (modern Vergina). Historically an important center since antiquity and the Byzantine era, it is built on the foothills of Mt. Vermion and crossed by the River Tripotamo. The city has numerous churches, and is nicknamed "Little Jerusalem" for its many religious sites.

November 23, 2025 We have found a new place: Kardamyli, Greece. Kardamyli is a coastal gem perched on the west side of the Mani Peninsula in southern Greece, only 35 kilometers from Kalamata. Surrounded by mountains and the brilliant blue Messenian Gulf, the village is famed for its natural scenery, tranquil beaches, and timeless charm.

November 13, 2025 We discovered a new place: Ano Pedina, Greece. Ano Pedina is a small traditional village in the region of Central Zagori, first appears in historical records in the mid-14th century. Sitting on the western slopes of Mount Tymfi, it is surrounded by the unique natural beauty and rugged landscapes that characterize the broader Zagori area.


The latest updates on our site

September 12, 2026 We added few more details in description for a private tour: Serbia year-round 14 days cultural cirlce tour. Monterrasol Travel private car tour. Roadtrip across largest former Yugoslavia country. Day 1. We will depart from Belgrade and travel to Sirmium, where we will come to explore the archaeological site, once one of the four capitals of the Roman Empire, with impressive ruins of imperial palaces. We will then continue to see Frushka Gora park, a beautiful national park in the heart of the Pannonian plain, and then to see Mala Remeta Monastery (Orthodox), a peaceful spiritual site nestled in the vineyards. After that, we will come to Vrdnik for accommodation. Day 2. After staying in Vrdnik, we will explore Frushka Gora park, with its rolling hills, vineyards, and historic monasteries. We will then continue to see Novo Hopovo Monastery (Orthodox), known for its beautiful architecture and frescoes, then to see Jazak Monastery (Orthodox), a peaceful spiritual site, and finally to see Ravanica-Vrdnik Monastery (Orthodox), a historic monastery with a rich heritage. After that, we will return to Vrdnik for accommodation.   ...  Day 13. After staying in Vrnjacka Banja, we will travel to Ljubostinja and will come to explore Ljubostinja Monastery (Orthodox), a 14th-century convent with beautiful architecture and a peaceful atmosphere. We will then continue to see St. Petka Monastery (Orthodox), a serene spiritual site. After that, we will return to Vrnjacka Banja for accommodation. Day 14. After 2 nights in Vrnjacka Banja, we will travel to Topola to explore the Holy Martyr George Church (Orthodox), a 20th-century mausoleum of the Karadjordjevic dynasty, located on the hill of Oplenac. We will also visit the King's Podrum Wine & Winemaking Museum, dedicated to the royal winemaking tradition. We will then travel to Belgrade to see the Yugoslavia History Museum, which offers insight into the country's 20th-century history. Finally, we will return to Belgrade, where our memorable journey concludes.

August 30, 2026 We make better the description for a private tour: Serbia in-depth cultural 12 days year-round circle tour. Monterrasol Travel tour with private minivan. Natural wonders, Roman heritage, Medieval fortresses, Orthodox monasteries. Day 1. We will depart from Belgrade and travel to Smederevo, where we will come to explore Smederevo Fortress, a vast medieval fortified city built in the 15th century, once the capital of the Serbian Despotate. We will then continue to see Viminacium, a significant Roman archaeological park with well-preserved remains of an ancient city and a mammoth cemetery. After that, we will come to Pozarevac for accommodation. Day 2. After staying in Pozarevac, we will travel to Golubac and will come to explore Golubac Fortress, a stunning medieval castle with ten towers, strategically positioned on the banks of the Danube River. We will then continue to see Tumane Monastery (Orthodox), a serene spiritual site nestled in the hills. After that, we will come to Veliko Gradiste for accommodation.   ...  Day 11. After staying in Zlatibor, we will travel to explore the Stopica Cave, a fascinating karst cave with underground waterfalls and unique cave formations. We will then continue to see the Sirogojno ethno village, an open-air museum showcasing traditional Serbian rural architecture and way of life, and then to see Gostilje Waterfall, a picturesque cascade surrounded by lush greenery. After that, we will return to Zlatibor for accommodation. Day 12. After 2 nights in Zlatibor, we will travel to Topola to explore the Holy Martyr George Church (Orthodox), a 20th-century mausoleum of the Karadjordjevic dynasty, located on the hill of Oplenac. We will also visit the King's Podrum Wine & Winemaking Museum, dedicated to the royal winemaking tradition. Finally, we will return to Belgrade, where our memorable journey concludes.

August 30, 2026 We have improved the description for a private tour: Year-round Serbia 17 days discovery tour from Belgrade. Private tour with minivan by Monterrasol Travel. Roadtrip across largest former Yugoslavia country. We invite you to come with us to explore Serbia with our 17 days discovery tour across largest former Yugoslavia country. By this roadtrip, taking scenic roads, you will learn about the history of this great country and whole area through interesting facts and historical intersections. We will visit famous UNESCO places, Ottoman medieval fortresses, picturesque caves, old Orthodox monasteries, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and amazing viewpoints. Serbia is rich in culture, history and traditions, and you will understand why the Balkans called multicultural land. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the trip.

August 30, 2026 We have polished the description for a private tour: Year-round exploring Serbia 16 days tour from Belgrade. Monterrasol Travel private tour in minivan. Roadtrip across largest former Yugoslavia country. We welcome you to get on our 16 days exploring Serbia tour across largest former Yugoslavia country. The roadtrip will pass scenic roads and through interesting facts and historical intersections you will learn about the history of this great country and whole area. We will visit famous well deserved UNESCO places, old Orthodox monasteries, Ottoman medieval fortresses, picturesque caves, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and amazing viewpoints. Serbia is a country with rich culture, many traditions and deep history, and you will understand why the Balkans called today as multicultural land. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the whole trip.

August 30, 2026 We make better the description for a private tour: Exploring Serbia in 15 days year-round tour from Belgrade. Private car tour by Monterrasol Travel. Roadtrip across largest former Yugoslavia country. Day 1. We will begin our tour in Belgrade and explore the Belgrade Fortress, a monumental complex overlooking the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, with roots dating back to the 2nd century AD. We will also visit the National Museum of Serbia, the country's oldest and largest museum, housing an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts. We will stay overnight in Belgrade. Day 2. After staying in Belgrade, we will explore the city's historical center, with its blend of Austro-Hungarian and Balkan architecture. We will visit the monumental Saint Sava Church (Orthodox), one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world, and the Nikola Tesla Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the famous Serbian-American inventor. We will stay another night in Belgrade.   ...  Day 14. After staying in Sremska Mitrovica, we will travel to Krusedol Monastery (Orthodox), a 16th-century monastic complex with beautiful Baroque elements and a peaceful atmosphere. We will then continue to see the Petrovaradin Fortress, a massive 18th-century Habsburg fortress on the Danube, known for its iconic clock tower, and then to explore the Novi Sad historical center, with its elegant Austro-Hungarian architecture and lively squares. We will stay in Novi Sad. Day 15. After staying in Novi Sad, we will travel to Sremski Karlovci, a charming historical town on the Danube, famous for its Baroque architecture, the Karlovci Grammar School, and its rich winemaking tradition. We will explore its historical center, then return to Belgrade, where our memorable journey concludes.

July 16, 2026 We have updated details of the place Zagreb, Croatia. Zagreb, the capital and largest city of Croatia, famous for the historic Upper Town and the elegant Lower Town. The Upper Town is a time capsule of medieval Europe, perched on a hill and filled with cobblestone streets, historic landmarks, and ancient fortifications. The Lower Town presents a striking contrast to its medieval counterpart. Zagreb provide unique blend of ancient history and modern living, its incredible concentration of museums, and its reputation as a quieter, more affordable alternative to other European capitals.

July 12, 2026 We have enhanced the description of place Rovinj, Croatia. Rovinj is a stunning coastal city located on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula in Croatia. This picturesque settlement, once an island, is now a coastal gem connected to the mainland and is one of the most popular tourist resorts on the Adriatic coast, known for its scenic coastline and pristine forests.

June 5, 2026 We recently updated information of the place Pula, Croatia. Pula is a captivating coastal city situated at the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula in western Croatia, often called the "Gateway to Istria," serving as the perfect entry point to explore a region famous for its beautiful coastline, turquoise sea, and charming hinterland. Main attractions of Pula are: Pula Arena, one of the six largest and best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world; the Arch of the Sergii, a Roman monument; 17th-century Venetian fortress known as Citadel; City Walls and Roman Gates; Zerostrasse (Underground Tunnels) from the Austro-Hungarian period.

June 5, 2026 We make better the description of the place Split, Croatia. Split, the second-largest city in Croatia, located in the historical Dalmatia region, initially a Greek settlement Aspalathos, known for its historical complex with the Palace of Diocletian is a UNESCO World Heritage Site from 1979.

June 5, 2026 We have enhanced the description of place Trsteno, Croatia. Trsteno is a picturesque coastal village situated in southern Croatia, and is home for famous Arboretum, a magnificent garden with a sophisticated botanical collection featuring exotic species brought from all over the world, include the two giant Oriental Plane trees more than 500 years old, and beautiful fontain from 15th century.



About us

Places we know

Tours we created

Transfers we offer

Contact us

Our pre-designed private tours

Create your own custom tour

Order a transfer

Think on future: think on another place

Our library: materials about travel and for travellers

Slow Tourism philosophy

Tours conditions

Privacy policy

Terms and Conditions


Is our site safe to use? See it yourself:

Google's Safe Browsing site status

Sucuri Malware & Blacklist site check

SSLTrust Website Safety & Security Check

 

Follow us on: Instagram Monterrasol Travel Private tours   Twitter Monterrasol Travel Private tours   Facebook Monterrasol Travel Private tours   Pinterest Monterrasol Travel Private tours

 

Site version: 3.8 Updates from mature (06-May-2025 update) [Private tours] on

© copyright Monterrasol Travel team