Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting the enchanting 2500-year-old ruins of Butrint to swimming in the emerald waters of Bosnia & Hercegovina's Kravica Waterfall, and discovering amazing wine and olive oil on the Dalmatian coast.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Western Balkans travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Western Balkans and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and explore one of the world's biggest Roman edifices: Diocletian's Palace, or meander around North macedonia's churches
• Special features on the best national parks, Dubrovnik walking tour, outdoor activity guide
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Balkan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
• Covers Albania, Bosnia & Hercegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Western Balkans.