Explore Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast

Tue, Sep 18, 2018

Today we meet our fellow travellers at the airport to board the departure flight, ready to begin a journey filled with new and exciting experiences.

Wed, Sep 19, 2018

Upon arrival in Zagreb, we are transferred to our hotel where we enjoy a welcome drink. Then we can take a short stroll around the hotel area where there is lots to see and do, before enjoying dinner at the hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

After breakfast this morning we enjoy a walking tour of the old city. A short distance from the hotel is the funicular which will take us up to the old part of the city. We learn about the history and architecture of Zagreb, while we enjoy the view from the location of the fortified walls. After wandering through the old city, we end up in the market, just across from our hotel. We have some time to explore on our own this afternoon. Tonight we are treated to dinner at a famous local restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Fri, Sep 21, 2018

After breakfast today, we depart Zagreb for Ljubljana in Slovenia. Along the way we stop on the Zagorje hillside to tour Trakoscan Castle - one of Croatia's most beautiful castles! After a break for lunch, we continue into Slovenia and our final destination, Ljubljana. This afternoon we have some free time to wander on our own before dinner at our hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Sat, Sep 22, 2018

This morning we enjoy a local tour of Ljubljana, including a ride on a funicular to visit the castle and view the famous Triple Bridge. After lunch we depart for Bled, and enjoy the scenery as we travel west. Upon arrival we take a boat ride to the island in the middle of Lake Bled and visit the Church of the Assumption. After we check into our hotel, take some free time to explore this lovely little town.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Sun, Sep 23, 2018

This morning we visit the Vintgar Gorge, one of the most popular natural features in Slovenia. Along the narrow passage, where the Radovna River thrashes loudly against its rocky confines, there are paths, galleries and bridges constructed in the rock. We then take a private tour of Bled Castle, one of the most visited tourist attractions in Slovenia, built on top of a 130 meter cliff overlooking the lake. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore, shop or enjoy the facilities at the hotel. Tonight we enjoy a dinner and folklore entertainment at a local restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Mon, Sep 24, 2018

Today we depart for Postojna where we will tour the famous Postojna Cave. We begin our visit aboard the cave train and the lighting allows us to admire the size and splendour of the underground world. Next we visit the Lipica Stud Farm, the cradle of all Lipizzaner horses in the world. Nowadays, it is one of the most beautiful cultural and historical monuments of the Republic of Slovenia, dating back to the year 1580. After a break for lunch we continue along the Istrian Penninsula to Rovinj and our lovely hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Tue, Sep 25, 2018

Today we tour the city of Pula, where the town centre is dotted with Roman ruins, the most impressive of which are the spectacular Roman amphitheatre and the first century Triumphal Arch of Sergius. Next we board a small cruise boat for a panoramic sail around the Brijuni Islands National Park and a light lunch served aboard. Until a few years ago, the islands were closed to the general public as they were the summer residence of President Tito. After our cruise we return to our hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wed, Sep 26, 2018

This morning we travel to the beautiful Plitvice National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (WHS). Along the way we make a short stop at the war museum in Karlovac, and a stop for a photo opportunity at the eco-village of Rastoke. Upon arrival we take a walking tour of the lakes, including an electric train ride and a short boat trip. After our boat ride we will have a lunch break at the dock before finishing our walk. Dinner tonight will be at our hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Thu, Sep 27, 2018

Our travels today take us back down to the Dalmatian coast as we journey to Split. We make a stop in Zadar for a walking tour of this ancient city, and then enjoy the sounds of the Sea Organ. Designed by architect Nikola Basic and opened in April 2005, the Sea Organ captures the movement of the waves and transforms it into music - or something like it. Next we travel to Skradin and after lunch on our own, take a boat ride to visit the Krka Falls National Park. We then enjoy a wine tasting at Bibich Wine Cellar, before travelling to our hotel in Split.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Fri, Sep 28, 2018

Today we enjoy a walking tour of the walled city centre of Split; these walls are part of the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace (WHS), of which construction was started in AD 298. Split is the second largest city in Croatia, but most of the historical buildings and monuments lie within these walls. The afternoon is free to relax on the beach or wander to our hearts content. The markets are close at hand.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Sat, Sep 29, 2018

After breakfast this morning we depart Split by ferry for the beautiful Island of Hvar. Here we enjoy a tour of the village of Hvar, and then a scenic ride across the island, where we see the UNESCO protected lavender fields of Stari Grad. We will sample some of the wines of Hvar while enjoying lunch in a local restaurant, and still have some free time to wander Stari Grad before catching the ferry back to Split.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sun, Sep 30, 2018

Today we depart Split for Dubrovnik (WHS). Along the way we make a short stop at Mali Ston to see the great scenery, old stone houses and the longest fortification walls in Europe. Then a short ride to the town of Dubrovnik, where we will take the tram up the mountain for an exceptional view over the old walled city. Afterwards we check into our hotel for the next two nights.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Mon, Oct 01, 2018

This morning we enjoy a walking tour of the fortified Old Town of Dubrovnik, known as the Pearl of the Adriatic. Here the medieval stone walls and fortresses are the best preserved in the whole region. The remainder of the afternoon is free to do some last minute shopping or take a walk along the top of the city walls, before going out for our farewell dinner this evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Tue, Oct 02, 2018

This morning we are taken to the airport for our flight home, where family and friends are waiting to hear about our exciting adventure.

Meals: Breakfast