Western Balkans Discovery - 7 days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating seven-day journey that takes you through the heart of Croatia and Slovenia. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, offering you the chance to explore the fortified Upper Town of Zagreb, the charming city of Ljubljana, the breathtaking alpine resort of Bled, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Plitvice Lakes, the historic city of Split, and the captivating city of Dubrovnik. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to taste the region's renowned red wine, explore grand palaces, and marvel at the endless glimmer of the Adriatic Sea.
Included
Breakfast daily and 6 hotel dinners
jain, vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 7
All relevant transport and transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles
Breakfast daily and 6 hotel dinners
6 nights 3 star hotels
Guided sightseeing of Zagreb, Ljubljana, Plitvice lakes, Split and Dubrovnik. Commentary will be given in English and possibly one other language for other members of your group
Escorted by an English speaking Croatian Tour Leader
Specialist local guides at some sites
Entrance fees to Plitvice lakes, Diocletian’s Palace in Split and the Cathedral in Dubrovnik
Map
Attractions
Dominikanski samostan
Bled Castle
Croatian Association of Fine Artists
St Mark's Church
Susedgrad
Šunj
Diocletian's CellarsDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Zagreb
- Zagreb - Arrival day
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Your journey begins in the beautiful city of Zagreb. After a transfer from the airport to your hotel, you have the rest of the day to explore this city that marks the crossroad between the Adriatic coast and Central Europe.
Day 2 – Day 2: Zagreb - Ljubljana
- Zagreb
- Ljubljana
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- Croatian Association of Fine Artists
- St Mark's Church
- Susedgrad
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Start your day with a sightseeing adventure in Zagreb, exploring the fortified Upper Town, the vibrant St. Mark's Church, the grand Cathedral, the Croatian National Theatre, and the University. In the afternoon, journey to Ljubljana for a guided tour of the city's old center, including the picturesque Central open-air Market, the iconic Three Bridges, the elegant Baroque Town Hall, and the enchanting Robba's Fountain. Overnight stay in Ljubljana.
Day 3 – Day 3: Ljubljana - Bled - Plitvice
- Ljubljana
- Bled
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- Bled Castle
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Today, we journey to Bled, a charming alpine resort nestled in the Julian Alps. Explore the Bled Castle, the oldest in Slovenia, and marvel at the town's natural beauty. In the afternoon, continue to the Plitvice Lakes area for an overnight stay and dinner.
Day 4 – Day 4: Plitvice - Split
- Split
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- Diocletian's Cellars
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Begin your day with a stroll around the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Plitvice Lakes, home to 16 crystal-blue lakes and 92 cascading waterfalls. In the afternoon, journey to the historic city of Split, where you'll explore the UNESCO-protected Diocletian's Palace and its intriguing cellars. Overnight in Split.
Day 5 – Day 5: Split - Pelješac - Dubrovnik
- Split
- Dubrovnik
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- Dominikanski samostan
- Šunj
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After breakfast, we head towards the captivating city of Dubrovnik. En route, stop at a wine cellar on the Pelješac peninsula to taste the region's renowned red wine, Plavac Mali. After some free time for lunch in the charming town of Ston, continue to Dubrovnik for a city tour, exploring its magnificent Cathedral and grand palaces.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Dubrovnik
- Dubrovnik
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- Dominikanski samostan
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Today is yours to spend at leisure exploring the UNESCO listed old city of Dubrovnik with its towering fortress wall and the Dubrovnik Cathedral, built in Roman Baroque architectural style. Alternatively, you can opt to join an optional excursion to the island of Korcula or Montenegro and its Bay of Kotor.
Day 7 – Day 7: Departure from Dubrovnik
- Dubrovnik - Departure day
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Your tour of Croatia comes to an end today. After breakfast and hotel check-out, a departure transfer will take you to Dubrovnik airport.
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