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Sydney, Australia
Departure city. Fly Sydney → Bali on 15th September. Ensure passport, travel insurance and Croatian/Bosnian currency (EUR/BAM) are organised before departure. Sydney International Airport is at Mascot — allow 3 hours before your international flight.
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Bali, Indonesia
One-night stopover in Bali (Denpasar). Use the evening to explore Seminyak or Kuta beachfront, or relax at your airport-hotel. Try a traditional Nasi Goreng or fresh seafood dinner. Ngurah Rai International Airport is well connected for your onward flight to Doha.
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Doha, Qatar
One-night stopover in Doha flying via Qatar Airways. Visit the stunning Souq Waqif for spices, handicrafts and local cuisine, or admire the futuristic skyline from the Corniche waterfront promenade. The Museum of Islamic Art is a world-class highlight just minutes from the city centre.
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Athens, Greece
Fly Doha → Athens and spend 4 nights exploring this ancient capital. Must-sees include the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Ancient Agora, Plaka neighbourhood, and the National Archaeological Museum. Eat souvlaki and fresh mezze in the vibrant Monastiraki Square area and catch the sunset from Lycabettus Hill.
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Zagreb, Croatia
Fly Athens → Zagreb and spend 3 days in Croatia's charming capital. Stroll the Upper Town (Gornji Grad), visit St. Mark's Church with its iconic tiled roof, and explore the colourful Dolac open-air market. The quirky Museum of Broken Relationships is a world-famous highlight unique to Zagreb.
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Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
A spectacular day trip or overnight stop between Zagreb and Šibenik. Plitvice Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring 16 terraced turquoise lakes connected by stunning waterfalls and forest walkways. Book entry tickets online in advance as it is extremely popular in September.
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Sibenik, Croatia
One of Dalmatia's most authentic and less touristy coastal towns. The UNESCO-listed Cathedral of St. James is a Renaissance masterpiece built entirely from stone without mortar. Explore the medieval Old Town, visit St. Michael's Fortress for panoramic sea views, and use it as a base for Krka National Park's waterfalls.
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Split, Croatia
Croatia's second largest city built within and around the 4th-century Diocletian's Palace — a living UNESCO World Heritage site where people still reside. Wander the marble-paved Riva promenade, climb the Cathedral of Saint Domnius bell tower for harbour views, and enjoy fresh seafood at the lively fish market (Ribarnica).
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Medugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina
A deeply significant Catholic pilgrimage town in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where apparitions of the Virgin Mary were reported in 1981. Climb Apparition Hill or Cross Mountain for spiritual reflection and panoramic Herzegovinian landscapes. The town is peaceful, walkable and surrounded by vineyards — local Herzegovinian wine is excellent.
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Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Home to the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge), a UNESCO World Heritage site rebuilt after the 1993 war and a powerful symbol of reconciliation. Explore the cobblestoned Ottoman bazaar of Kujundžiluk, watch brave local divers leap from the bridge into the Neretva River, and try Bosnian ćevapi with fresh somun bread.
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Dubrovnik, Croatia
The 'Pearl of the Adriatic' and one of Europe's most beautiful walled cities. Walk the full 2km circuit of the medieval City Walls for breathtaking Adriatic views, take the cable car to Mount Srđ at sunset, and visit Fort Lovrijenac. Known as a Game of Thrones filming location — Lokrum Island is a lovely half-day ferry excursion.
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Athens, Greece
Return stopover in Athens flying from Dubrovnik. Use the evening to revisit a favourite taverna in Psiri or Thissio neighbourhood, or pick up last-minute Greek olive oil, honey and ceramics as souvenirs. Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) has excellent facilities for your early onward flight.
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Overnight stopover on the return leg via Etihad Airways hub. Visit the breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque — one of the world's largest and most beautiful mosques, open to respectful visitors. The Corniche waterfront and vibrant Yas Island (Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World) are easily accessible if time permits.
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Final overnight stopover before returning to Sydney. Admire the iconic Petronas Twin Towers — visit the sky bridge and observation deck for spectacular city views. Explore the vibrant street food scene in Jalan Alor night market, or browse the upscale Pavilion KL shopping mall in the Bukit Bintang district.
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Sydney, Australia
Return to Sydney around 17th October. Fly Kuala Lumpur → Sydney with Malaysia Airlines or similar carrier into Sydney International Airport. Welcome home — total trip approximately 32 nights covering 2 countries with stopovers, 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the stunning Dalmatian Coast.