Adriatic Discovery: Northern Italy, Slovenia and Croatia
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through the heart of Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, taking you through the historic cities, charming villages, and breathtaking landscapes of these beautiful countries. From the floating city of Venice to the enchanting Lake Bled and the stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park, every day brings a new adventure. Indulge in local cuisines, explore ancient castles, and learn about the rich history and culture of each destination. With comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and a variety of attractions, this tour promises a memorable and enriching travel experience.
Included
- 9 nights in hand-picked accommodation
9 breakfasts
2 lunches
3 dinners
Experienced Tour Leader and Driver
Savour a unique wine tasting experience at the Poli Grappa Museum in Bassano del Grappa
Take in the scenery on a traditional pletna boat across Lake Bled in Slovenia
Explore the beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Destinations
Split
Bled
Postojna
Opatija
Zadar
Rovinj
Karlovac
Ljubljana
VeniceMap
Attractions
Winnetou Museum
Bled Castle
Ljubljana Castle
Church of Saint Euphemia
Tridentine Diocesan Museum
Postojna Cave
Poli Grappa Museum
Arco Castle
Ponte VecchioDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Venice
- Venice - Arrival day
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Welcome to the enchanting city of Venice. Meet your tour leader and fellow travelers at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a delightful welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight stay at Hotel Ca’ dei Conti (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Venice - Maser - Bassano del Grappa
- Venice
- Bassano del Grappa
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- Poli Grappa Museum
- Ponte Vecchio
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After breakfast, we head to Maser for a wine tasting session at the historic Villa di Maser winery. Next, we visit Bassano del Grappa, known for its 13th-century Ponte Vecchio. After a brief orientation tour, enjoy free time for lunch. Later, we visit the Poli Grappa Museum for a tasting session. The evening is free for you to explore Bassano Del Grappa. Overnight stay at Belvedere Hotel (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Bassano del Grappa - Rovereto - Bassano del Grappa
- Bassano del Grappa
- Rovereto
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- Tridentine Diocesan Museum
- Arco Castle
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Today, we explore the historic city of Rovereto on a guided walking tour. Visit the Rovereto Castle, Italian Historical War Museum, and the Bell of the Fallen. After the tour, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. The evening is free for you to explore Bassano Del Grappa. Overnight stay at Belvedere Hotel (or similar).
Day 4 – Day 4: Bassano del Grappa - Belluno - Lake Bled
- Bassano del Grappa
- Bled
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Today, we visit the picturesque town of Belluno, where we enjoy an orientation tour before lunch. We then cross the border into Slovenia and head to the enchanting Lake Bled region. The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings. Overnight stay at Bled Rose Hotel (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Lake Bled
- Bled
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- Bled Castle
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Today, we explore the mesmerizing Bled Castle on a guided tour, followed by lunch in the castle restaurant. In the afternoon, we take a boat ride to the small island in the center of Lake Bled, where we visit the Baroque Church of the Assumption. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore. Overnight stay at Bled Rose Hotel (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Lake Bled - Ljubljana - Rovinj
- Ljubljana
- Postojna
- Rovinj
- Bled
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- Ljubljana Castle
- Postojna Cave
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We leave Lake Bled and head to Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana. Here, we explore the city's major sights on a guided walking tour and visit the famous castle. Next, we visit the impressive Postojna Cave and take a train ride through the mesmerizing subterranean system. We end our day in the quaint seaside town of Rovinj. The evening is free for you to explore. Overnight stay at The Melegran (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Rovinj
- Rovinj
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- Church of Saint Euphemia
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Today, you have a full day to explore Rovinj at your own pace. We recommend visiting the Church of St Euphemia, the largest Baroque building in Istria. Enjoy wandering through the winding cobbled streets and picturesque squares of Old Town. In the evening, a unique culinary experience awaits at a local restaurant. Overnight stay at The Melegran (or similar).
Day 8 – Day 8: Rovinj - Opatija - Rastoke - Plitvice Lakes
- Rovinj
- Opatija
- Karlovac
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We start our day with a visit to the chic coastal town of Opatija. Next, we head to the charming village of Rastoke, known for its beautiful waterfalls and 18th-century mills. We then arrive at our final destination for the day, the stunning Plitvice Lakes region. The evening is free for you to relax at the hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel Fenomen (or similar).
Day 9 – Day 9: Plitvice Lakes - Smiljan - Zadar
- Smiljan
- Zadar
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- Winnetou Museum
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Today, we visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park. After exploring the park, we head north to the village of Smiljan, the birthplace of Nikola Tesla, where we visit the Tesla House Museum. We then move on to the coastal city of Zadar. In the evening, we enjoy a farewell dinner. Overnight stay at Hotel Kolovare (or similar).
Day 10 – Day 10: Zadar - Split
- Zadar
- Split - Departure day
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On the final day of our tour, we explore the ancient Roman and Venetian ruins within Zadar's Old Town, including the grand 12th-century St Anastasia’s Cathedral. We then head to our final destination, Split, where our tour concludes.
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