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Welcome to the vibrant city of Bucharest! After settling into your hotel, you'll have some free time to relax or explore. At 3:00 PM, we'll embark on a city tour, delving into Bucharest's historic quarter and marveling at the impressive Parliament Palace. Enjoy some free time after the tour to explore at your own pace.

Today, we journey through the scenic landscapes of Transylvania, exploring the gardens of the Peles and Pelisor Castles in Sinaia, and the 14th-century Bran Castle, famously known as Dracula's Castle. We'll then visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Sighisoara, a stunning walled medieval city. In the evening, we'll enjoy a special dinner at Count Dracula's restaurant, located in the house where Vlad Tepes was born.

We begin our journey by traveling to the Voivodina region, stopping at Sremska Mitrovica, a city with a charming historic center. We then head towards Bosnia, stopping in the city of Zvornik. After lunch and a walk, we continue our journey through beautiful landscapes to Sarajevo, arriving in the evening. You'll have time to explore the historic center, including the charming bazaar, an old Ottoman market known for its architecture, oriental atmosphere, and traditional shops. Dinner is included.

In the morning, we'll have a sightseeing tour of Sarajevo with a local guide. Known as the 'Jerusalem of Europe' for its coexistence of various religions, you'll see mosques, churches, and synagogues that reflect this diversity. After the tour, we travel to Mostar, where you'll have time for lunch and to explore the historic center. We then continue to Croatia, arriving in Dubrovnik at the end of the day. Dinner is included.

In the morning, we will enjoy a guided city tour of Dubrovnik, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The tour includes admission to the Franciscan Monastery, which houses the oldest pharmacy in Europe, and the Cathedral. We will also take a boat trip to Lokrum, a small island just 15 minutes from Dubrovnik, home to the ruins of an 11th-century Benedictine monastery and a popular 'Game of Thrones' filming location. You'll have free time afterward, returning to the hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner is included.

We depart in the morning, traveling along the stunning Croatian coastline, which offers amazing views of seascapes and islands. Our first stop is Ston, a picturesque town known for having one of the longest walls in the world. We then continue to Split, where a local guide will take us on a tour, including a visit to Diocletian's Palace. We will explore this immense Roman-era palace, its labyrinth of streets, and its views over the sea. Dinner is included.

We will journey into the interior of Croatia, passing through beautiful landscapes until we reach Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, you can admire the stunning lakes and waterfalls. Take the opportunity to walk along the trails or take a boat ride through the lakes. After lunch, we'll head back to the coast, traveling north to Opatija. Once we arrive, you'll enjoy dinner (included) and have time to stroll through this charming resort town, which offers a lively nightlife.

Today, we will travel to Slovenia. Our first stop will be Postojna Cave, one of the world's largest caves, partially toured by train. After exploring the cave, we will continue to Bled, a picturesque town nestled on the shore of a beautiful lake. We'll take a boat trip across Bled Lake to visit the island and monastery. Afterward, we will proceed to Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana. Here, we'll enjoy a guided tour with a local guide and learn about this charming Central European city. Dinner is included.

In the morning, you'll have free time to explore the lovely center of Ljubljana, Slovenia's charming capital. Take the opportunity to wander around and enjoy the city's sights and atmosphere. In the afternoon, we will continue our journey towards the Adriatic Sea and cross the border into Italy. We will arrive in Venice in the evening and stay in the Mestre district.

In the morning, we will include a boat transfer to the area of St. Mark's in Venice, a city built on more than 100 islands connected by over 400 bridges. We'll have a walking tour with a local guide around this city of canals, exploring its historic and cultural landmarks. After the tour, you'll have free time to further explore Venice at your own pace. In the afternoon, you can enjoy an optional gondola ride through the canals, a quintessential experience in Venice.