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Welcome to Dubrovnik – entry point to the beautiful country of Croatia. On arrival, meet your van driver or tour representative in the arrival area.
Thereafter, proceed on a city tour of Dubrovnik with a local, English speaking guide. Beautifully situated on a promontory jutting into the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik was once an independent maritime republic rivaling Venice. Enjoy a walking tour with a Local Guide to see the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries, and the impressive ramparts, erected during the Crusades to protect the town against land attacks. Also visit the 15th-century RECTOR’S PALACE, built in gothic style, with renaissance and baroque elements, harmoniously combined.
End the day with a relaxing scenic sunset cruise.
Overnight in Dubrovnik (B)
After breakfast, set out for a day trip to Montenegro. Visit off-the-beaten-path Montenegro, a diminutive southeast European country that boasts big things: the UNESCO-World Heritage-listed Bay of Kotor, the walled seaside town of Budva, and the eye-pleasing city of Kotor, situated within Europe’s southernmost fjord. Learn about Montenegro’s colourful history from a guide Swoon over the Bay of Kotor’s views, and travel through Risan.
Overnight in Dubrovnik (B)
After breakfast check out and follow the Dalmatian coast, heading north to Split, the ancient Spalato. On arrival in Split, your walking tour will take you through the labyrinth of medieval streets within the walls of Emperor DIOCLETIAN’S PALACE, a well-preserved fortress and a living part of the Old Town, with your Local Guide. Also see the Mausoleum, the Cathedral of St. Domnius, and the Temple of Jupiter with its impressive basement halls—a filming location in the Game of Thrones.
Overnight in Split (B)
After breakfast, checkout and depart for Zadar enroute visiting Trogir. Both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore picturesque Trogir founded by Greek colonist and a major port until Roman times and then continue to Zadar.
A guided walking tour to the main square gives you a good impression of this city with its turbulent history of fighting off the Venetians, crusaders and Turks over the centuries. Do not miss the unique Sea Organ and the Greeting to the Sun at Zadar’s beautiful waterfront. This is a crossroad where human skills and ideas meet the energy of the sea, waves, high and low tides, a spot for relaxing, thinking and talking along the endless concert of the mystical tones of Nature’s Orchestra. The Greeting to the Sun, right next to the Sea Organ creates a playful game of lights activated by the sunlight saluting “The most beautiful sunset in the world”.
Overnight in Zadar (B)
After breakfast, check out and head inland to peaceful Plitvice and join your local guide for a walking tour of the National Park – famous for its lakes, waterfalls and lush green forests. Later continue your journey to the Postojna Caves. Visit the cave by mini train. The cave was discovered in the 17th century, opened to the public in 1819, and is considered the most beautiful in Slovenia. Continue travelling to the beautiful capital city of Ljubljana.
Overnight at Ljubljana (B)
After a buffet breakfast, proceed on a guided city tour of this romantic city situated on the banks of the Ljubljanica River. Visit the Preseren Square and Triple Bridge, Baroque Town Hall, Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Dragon Bridge, etc. Continue sightseeing with the funicular to the medieval Ljubljana Castle. Climb the stairs to Ljubljana castle tower and enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of old part of the city.
Later drive to the alpine resort of Bled – which ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts, renowned for its mild, healing climate and thermal lake water. Embark ‘Pletna’ boat and ride to Bled Island to visit the church of St. Mary and experience the opportunity of making one’s wish come true by ringing the bell in the church.
Overnight in Bled (B)
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Zagreb. Welcome to Zagreb –
Croatian Capital City. Later, join an experienced English speaking local guide to see the sights of Zagreb. During your guided city tour visit the Trg Bana Jelačića - Zagreb’s central square, the St. Mark’s Church - which sports a multi-coloured tile roof constructed in 1880, the Hrvatski Sabor - Croatian Parliament, the Ban´s Palace - now the Presidential Palace, etc. These are just a few sights you will see on your tour of this charming and vibrant capital.
Overnight in Zagreb. (B)
After buffet/boxed breakfast in your hotel, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.