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Hello. I'm Ivona, your local expert for Croatia

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4Years in tourism

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Hello. I'm Ivona, your local expert for Croatia

Active online: 13h ago

I was born in Western Serbia, a region that never fails to enchant visitors with its delightful mix of history, natural beauty, and mouthwatering cuisine. My love for exploration extends beyond my homeland to the neighboring Balkan nations, where I uncover hidden gems and share them with fellow travelers.

At our tour operator, we're passionate about revealing the treasures of the Balkans. With offices in Boka Bay, Montenegro, and Belgrade, Serbia, we offer personalized itineraries that immerse you in the region's rich culture and history. The Balkans, often overlooked by many, are a true gem waiting to be discovered, and we're thrilled to make this enchanting area accessible to travelers.

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4Years in tourism

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Ivona’s favourite trips

10 days / 2736 USD

Balkan & Adriatic

The most relaxing Balkan & Adriatic tour! This trip is for travellers who are interested in visiting different locations in the Balkans but prefer a comfortable way of travelling. Get to know parts of Serbia, Montenegro and the beautiful towns of Croatia, all while travelling at a slow pace.

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10 days

Balkan & Adriatic

8 days

Croatia Game of Thrones and Highlights

12 days

Balkan Essentials - 12 Days

10 days

Explore the Balkans

11 days

Balkan Extended – Belgrade to Split

13 days

Balkan Extended – Belgrade to Dubrovnik

11 days

Balkan Extended – Ljubljana to Dubrovnik

9 days

Balkan Extended – Ljubljana to Split

9 days

Balkan Essentials - 9 Days

13 days

Balkan Extended – Budapest to Split

15 days

Balkan Extended – Budapest to Dubrovnik

19 days

Balkan Grand Circle, 19 Days

14 days

Hidden Balkan with Greece

13 days

Balkan Extended – Venice to Dubrovnik

22 days

Balkan Grand Circle, 22 Days

11 days

Balkan Extended – Venice to Split

14 days

Hidden Balkan, 7 Countries

Why travellers love Ivona

Carmen, US

21/09/2023

It has been a week since we returned from our trip to Montenegro and Croatia. I have been slow in writing to you as I am still trying to recover and process all that we did. In a word, it was FABULOUS. Thank you, Zorica and the Rough Guides team for helping us plan our itinerary. Montenegro is indeed a beautiful and diverse country and I can see why it is now appearing on so many travelers' radar. Our group of four had never used an agency in any of our previous trips and were uncertain what to expect. We knew we needed and wanted a car and driver but didn't realize how much more we were getting. The more, of course, turned out to be MARKO!!!! We all absolutely loved him. He made the trip and enriched it so much. It would not have been the same without him. He was professional, knowledgeable about all things Montenegrin, attentive to details, perceptive of our needs and wants, patient with and understanding of our desire to make our own decisions and direct the itinerary. "You are the boss," was one of his oft used quotes. However, he freely and humbly gave his input from experience and we grew to appreciate and respect his advice. We were blown away, not only by his knowledge and recall of Montenegrin history, but also his command of the English language. He didn't miss an innuendo and conversed with us as if it was his native tongue. He had a wonderful sense of humor and such an easy way about him that endeared him to all of us. He was always punctual and kept the van clean and comfortable. He was an excellent driver and we felt safe as he navigated the many high and curvy roads we traversed. He made the trip carefree for us so we could concentrate on enjoying the scenery and activities. I could go on and on. I have no negative comments nor suggestions for improvement. As I said, we have never used an agency like this before. We might try it again but Marko set the bar so high, I am not sure anyone else could meet our expectations. We are lucky and grateful that he was assigned to our trip.

Erik Gustafsson

15/07/2023

Had a lovely trip in Balkan. Traveled with two kids and our trusted driver Ogi, who was an excellent driver and guide. The drive from Mostar to Sarajevo was a highlight, all the guided city tours, and the beaches and waterfalls. Highly recommended.

Johnson

22/03/2019

It was a very good trip! Sofija organised it well, right from the airport pickup to the hotel, food, etc. The guide was a wonderful person with good English and a lot of knowledge about the country's history.

Guna

14/02/2019

We had a fantabulous tour of Serbia! Our tour guide was very well experienced and was always with us for every need. I will definitely contact you for any future trips! A big thanks to Sofija for arranging a wonderful trip for us!

Harry and Michelle

01/10/2018

We are having a wonderful time in beautiful Croatia and our guide, Marin, is fantastic! He makes our trip unforgettable and magical!

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