TOUR TYPE: On-road touring · All experience levels. Mountain passes, turquoise coastlines, UNESCO lakes and endless hairpins across Croatia, Montenegro and Albania.
Coast to Crest
8 DAYS · 6 RIDING DAYS · 2100 KM · CROATIA · MONTENEGRO · ALBANIA
A journey where mountain passes meet turquoise coastlines. Over eight days, we ride through Croatia, Montenegro and Albania — crossing the wild peaks of Durmitor and the Albanian Alps, discovering the timeless beauty of Lake Ohrid, and following the Ionian coast all the way back to the Adriatic. Expect endless hairpins, breathtaking landscapes, and the kind of roads riders dream about.
Comfortable touring GS bikes, 4-star hotels, expert guiding and a support van, with the group kept small and personal. From the medieval walls of Dubrovnik to the snow-capped Gramoz Range, this is the Balkans at their most spectacular.
Where the mountains meet the sea.
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Days
8 days / 6 days riding
Mileage
Around 2100 km total — typically 250 km to 350 km a day across mountain passes and Adriatic coastline.
Tour starts and ends
Dubrovnik
Accommodation
7 nights in comfortable 4-star hotels
A Motorcycle Tour Through the Wild Balkans
Coast to Crest is an eight-day on-road motorcycle tour through three of the most spectacular countries in the Balkans — Croatia, Montenegro and Albania. Starting and finishing in Dubrovnik and covering roughly 2,100 kilometers, it links the wild peaks of Durmitor and the Albanian Alps with the turquoise waters of the Ionian and Adriatic coasts — a journey that pairs world-class riding with landscapes that few travelers ever see.
Mountain passes through Durmitor and the Albanian Alps
The heart of this tour is the mountains. From Dubrovnik we climb straight into Durmitor National Park, a UNESCO-listed wilderness of glacial lakes, deep canyons and peaks that break 2,500 meters. From there the route crosses into the Albanian Alps — raw, remote and endlessly winding — and later tackles the demanding Gramoz Range, where snow-capped summits tower above the road even in late spring. This is riding built on hairpins, switchbacks and passes, the kind of roads that make a motorcycle tour unforgettable.
Lake Ohrid, the Ionian coast and the Bay of Kotor
Between the peaks, the coast. You’ll reach Lake Ohrid — the Pearl of the Balkans, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the oldest and deepest lakes in Europe — with time to wander its churches and lakeside old town. Later the route drops onto the Ionian coast, riding with the sea on one side and the mountains on the other, past the ancient ruins of Butrint. The finale winds through Lovćen National Park and around the breathtaking Bay of Kotor, one of the most beautiful coastlines in the Mediterranean, before the return to Dubrovnik.
Three countries, one unforgettable loop
What makes Coast to Crest special is the sheer variety packed into eight days. You’ll cross three borders, ride from medieval walled cities to communist-era bunkers, from alpine snowfields to palm-lined beaches. Each day brings a completely different landscape, a different culture, a different flavour — and roads that keep delivering from the first hairpin to the last.
Comfort, culture and small groups
This is touring done right. You’ll stay in comfortable 4-star hotels, ride a GS equipped with side and top cases, and travel with an experienced guide, 24-hour technical support, and a support van for luggage and passengers. The group stays small and personal, and it’s passenger-friendly too, with a dedicated passenger price — ideal for couples who want to share the ride through the Balkans in comfort.
Tour Highlights
Lake Ohrid · Butrint Ruins · Bay of Kotor · Durmitor National Park · Lovćen National Park · Albanian Alps · Gramoz Range · Ionian Coast Road · Medieval Dubrovnik
Day by Day
Day 1 — Dubrovnik · Arrival
Welcome to Dubrovnik! We meet for a welcome briefing at the hotel, followed by a special welcome dinner organized by us, where we discuss the tour ahead. Depending on your arrival time, there may be a chance to explore the medieval old town before we gather.
Day 2 — Dubrovnik to Žabljak · 260 km
A spectacular day awaits us. We ride all day on roads full of hairpins and curves, discovering Durmitor National Park, where you’ll admire an incredible landscape of glacial lakes, deep canyons and towering peaks.
Day 3 — Žabljak to Shkodër · 275 km
We ride through the Albanian Alps, on challenging roads with beautiful scenery, perfect for pictures. The dramatic mountain terrain here is some of the most rewarding riding in the Balkans.
Day 4 — Shkodër to Ohrid · 340 km
It’s easy to see why Lake Ohrid is called the Pearl of the Balkans — a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe. Take some time to explore the old town’s churches and narrow streets, or simply unwind at a lakeside restaurant.
Day 5 — Ohrid to Sarandë · 300 km
In the morning we cross back into Albania, a wild and beautiful country. We ride the most demanding mountains of the tour yet, the Gramoz Range, with snow-capped peaks over 2,500 meters high. On our way to Sarandë, we pass several bunkers, all built during the communist era.
Day 6 — Sarandë to Shkodër · 350 km
We start the day on the Ionian Coast, then ride toward Shkodër, with the sea on our left and the mountains on our right. The sight of the mountains meeting the Ionian Sea makes this stretch unforgettable.
Day 7 — Shkodër to Lovćen to Bay of Kotor to Dubrovnik · 252 km
Today we return to Montenegro. We ride all day on roads full of hairpins and curves through Lovćen National Park and around the breathtaking Bay of Kotor, then celebrate with our farewell dinner and share the highlights of our motorcycle tour.
Day 8 — Dubrovnik · Departure
We hope you enjoyed the tour, and we wish you a safe journey home. Transfer to the airport is included — until the next adventure.
Peaks & Coast
Durmitor, the Albanian Alps and the Gramoz Range meet the turquoise Ionian and Adriatic coasts — mountain passes and sea roads in a single ride.
Comfort & Small Groups
4-star hotels, GS bikes with luggage cases, expert guide, 24h support and a van for bags and passengers. Three countries, one unforgettable loop.
Pick Your Bike, Pick Your Price
Every price includes the full package — see exactly what's covered below. Choose single or twin sharing, then your bike.
Your own bike
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
BMW F800GS
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW F800GS
BMW F900GS
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW F900GS
BMW F900GSA
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW F900GSA
BMW R1300GS
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW R1300GS
BMW R1300GSA
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW R1300GSA
Your own bike
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
BMW F800GS
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW F800GS
BMW F900GS
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW F900GS
BMW F900GSA
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW F900GSA
BMW R1300GS
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW R1300GS
BMW R1300GSA
7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast
7 dinners incl. welcome & farewell
airport transfer on arrival & departure
experienced guide on a motorcycle
detailed route sheets & maps
24h technical support
support VAN for luggage
motorcycle rental model BMW R1300GSA
Passenger price: 2710€
Passenger price: 2710€. A 30% deposit per person secures your spot, paid by bank transfer or secure payment link. Prices are per person.
What's included
7 nights in 4-star hotels, with breakfast & safe parking for the motorcycles
7 dinners, including welcome & farewell dinners in traditional local restaurants
7 complete breakfasts in the hotels
Airport transfer on arrival and departure
Experienced guide on a motorcycle
Motorcycle (fully insured — third-party liability & comprehensive), equipped with side cases and top case
24-hour technical support
Support VAN for luggage, souvenirs and 1–2 passengers
Not included
Fuel for your motorcycle
Dinner on the rest day
Entrance to museums
Entrance to National Parks
Gratuities and tips
Beverages and meals not listed above
Flights / air tickets
This is an on-road touring holiday — bring your road riding gear (helmet, jacket, gloves, boots) and light layers for warm coastal days and cooler mountain passes.
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Eight days across Croatia, Montenegro and Albania — where the mountains meet the sea. Secure your spot with a 30% deposit.
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