Zagreb, Opatija, Pula, Rovinj, Plitvice, Zadar, Split, Trogir, Ston, Dubrovnik
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Uncover the unique Istrian Coast in the north, through the dazzling Adriatic Coast in the south on this small group tour
DAY 1: ZAGREB
Upon arrival into Zagreb airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Zagreb. (D)
DAY 2: ZAGREB – OPATIJA After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of Zagreb with an English-speaking guide. In the fortified, medieval Upper Town, you will see its most prominent sights such as St. Mark’s church with its multicolour tiled roof, Parliament, the government palace, and many fine old buildings. After the sightseeing we proceed to the picturesque Kvarner Bay, more precisely to Opatija, the cradle of Croatian tourism and the city which used to be the favourite spa resort of the Habsburgs and the European aristocracy including famous personalities such as Mahler, Chekhov and Isadora Duncan. Dinner and overnight in Opatija. (B, D)
DAY 3: OPATIJA – PULA – ROVINJ – OPATIJA Today it is time to get to know the Istrian peninsula and visit the 2000-year-old roman Colosseum located in Pula. Afterwards, take some time to relax in Rovinj, perhaps the most beautiful city in Istria and the inspiration of many artists. Time at leisure in Rovinj and departure towards Motovun for a sample of one the Istrian tastiest treasures, the truffle. Overnight in Opatija. (B)
DAY 4: OPATIJA – PLITVICE – ZADAR This early morning departure and comfortable walking shoes will ensure you reveal the magnificent world of Croatia’s most beautiful and the oldest national park under UNESCO protection consisting of 16 lakes connected by magnificent waterfalls. The park is located in the mountainous region of Lika and is visited mostly on foot – however, the entrance includes a boat ride across the Emerald Green Lake “Kozjak”. The visit to the park grounds takes approximately 3 hours and reveals a special turquoise magic. After the visit, we will continue to Zadar for dinner at the hotel restaurant and overnight. (B, D)
DAY 5: ZADAR – SPLIT After breakfast at the hotel and check out, it is time to explore Zadar. The historic town of Zadar is rich in cultural and historical monuments like the Roman forum dated to the 1st century AD, and the church of St. Donatus dated to the 9th century AD. Of special interest are the famous Zadar Sea Organs, one of a kind in the world. From the Old Town of Zadar, we continue to a local winery in the Dalmatian hinterland. Tasting of the authentic Dalmatian wines and international Cuvees will be accompanied by delicious Croatian-style Tapas. Departure towards Split for overnight. (B)
DAY 6: SPLIT – TROGIR – SPLIT Today’s Split is the handiwork of seventeen centuries of men and women building and remodelling, adding, tearing down and touching up, so that 18th century houses intersect with ancient Roman walls and fourth century chambers now house the twentieth century apartments. At the core of this sprawling cityscape is the palace the emperor Diocletian built for his golden years at the turn of the fourth century. Today’s lunch will be the traditional Dalmatian dish prepared for us at the Tragos restaurant in Trogir. The town of Trogir, a UNESCO site, has a fascinating 2300 years of continuous urban tradition. Its rich culture was created under the influence of old Greeks, Romans, and Venetians. With the high concentration of palaces, churches, and towers, as well as a fortresses on a small island, Trogir is sometimes referred to as the floating museum town. Overnight Split. (B, L)
DAY 7: SPLIT – STON – DUBROVNIK On our way to Dubrovnik, we will stop near the town of Ston to visit a local winery and taste the famous “Plavac Mali” wine, a very close relative to the Zinfandel. In this winery the traditional wine making business has been passed on for generations, offering a unique story everyone wants to hear. The wine tasting includes a wine presentation on all the specifics of the wine-making process, wine tasting and a snack. Arrival to Dubrovnik, dinner and overnight. (B, D)
DAY 8: DUBROVNIK Completed in the thirteenth century; the old city Dubrovnik has remained basically unchanged since. Its medieval ramparts encircle the Old Town which can be entered through one of the two gates. Once you cross a stone bridge under the watchful gaze of the city’s patron Saint Blaise (Vlaho), you will find yourself joining the walk down the broad, stone paved promenade known as Stradun. After the sightseeing, you have free time to explore the city on your own. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B)
DAY 9: DUBROVNIK After breakfast, transfer to Dubrovnik airport. End of our services. (B)
2025 ACCOMMODATION (OR SIMILAR): ZAGREB: HOTEL DUBROVNIK OPATIJA: HOTEL ADMIRAL, HOTEL IMPERIAL ZADAR: HOTEL KOLOVARE SPLIT: HOTEL ART DUBROVNIK: HOTEL LERO
2026 ACCOMMODATION (OR SIMILAR): ZAGREB: HOTEL DUBROVNIK OPATIJA: HOTEL ADMIRAL, HOTEL IMPERIAL ZADAR: HOTEL KOLOVARE SPLIT: HOTEL ART DUBROVNIK: HOTEL IVKA
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