Zagreb, Ljubljana, Bled, Postojna, Opatija, Plitvice, Split, Trogir, Brac, Hvar, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Korcula
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DAY 1: ZAGREB
After arrival, you will be transferred from Zagreb airport to your tour hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Meet your fellow travellers tonight at a welcome reception. Overnight Zagreb. (WR)
DAY 2: ZAGREB
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to see the countryside. (B)
DAY 3: ZAGREB – LJUBLJANA – BLED
After breakfast head towards Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. See the most significant sights of the old city centre on a walking tour. Highlights include the picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba’s Fountain. Then, continue to Bled. (B, D)
DAY 4: BLED
An Alpine Lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travellers in the middle of the 19th century. Since then, a small town of hotels, villas, and restaurants has developed around the lake, turning Bled into a lively, all-seasons resort. A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the lakeshore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion visiting the small island in the middle of the lake, browse through the shops and boutiques, or simply relax and enjoy the enchanting scenery. (B)
DAY 5: BLED – POSTOJNA – OPATIJA – PLITVICE
Journey continues to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to the coast with a stop in Opatija. Enjoy a walking tour of this fashionable resort of the 19th century, dotted with Habsburg era villas. After some free time, continue towards Plitvice. (B, D)
DAY 6: PLITVICE – SPLIT
After breakfast, have your camera ready as you take a walking tour around the lower lakes. Enjoy the breath-taking scenery of this natural wonder of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. After the tour, head to Split. Overnight in Split. (B, D)
DAY 7: SPLIT
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The rest of the day at leisure, to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split, or enjoy at the beach. (B)
DAY 8: SPLIT – TROGIR
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Trogir port. Embarkation starts at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome Reception followed by dinner. (B, D)
DAY 9: TROGIR – BRAC – HVAR
Morning sail towards Bol on Brač Island, where you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Mediterranean – “Zlatni Rat” (the Golden Horn), which is constantly changing its shape due to the ocean currents. Swim stop if weather permits. Return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Hvar on the island of Hvar a charming seaside town with 8 centuries of architecture, and a favourite holiday destination for international celebrities. During a walking tour, visit the many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with the theatre built on its first floor, the first municipal theatre in Europe. Above the town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Your evening is free in Hvar. You can explore more and dine on your own in one of the many restaurants in town. (B, L)
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Hvar harbour (during peak season) port of call can be substituted for Stari Grad. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Hvar.
DAY 10: HVAR – MLJET NATIONAL PARK
In the morning head further south to the Island of Mljet. Mljet National Park encompasses five types of forest, many species of birds and two deep lakes, Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake) and join the boat ride to St. Mary Island. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Spend the night in Mljet. (B, L)
DAY 11: MLJET NATIONAL PARK – DUBROVNIK
In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a famous UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical centre of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour, you will be on your own to explore the city, visit City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s second fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Your evening is free in Hvar. You can explore more and dine on your own in one of the many restaurants in town. (B, L)
DAY 12: DUBROVNIK – KORCULA
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with swim stop, weather permitting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, and birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. Evening is free to explore the town on your own. (B, L)
DAY 13: KORCULA – BRAC
Our journey continues towards Pučišća. Lunch on board and enjoy a swim in one of Brač’s many lovely coves and bays, if weather permits. Town Pučišća is situated on the island of Brač, village of the stone sculpture, where you can visit amazing stonemason school (optional). Enjoy Captain’s dinner on board and overnight in Pučišća. (B, L, D)
DAY 14: BRAC – SPLIT – TROGIR
In the morning, we set sail to Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, and lunch on board. Upon arrival in Split, you will enjoy a walking tour of the historic inner city that takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. After visiting Split set sail to the UNESCO-listed city of Trogir sometimes referred to as “miniature Venice” or a “mini-Dubrovnik” because of its ancient walls, or a floating museum town – as it has a masterful architecture including some stunning Venetian palaces Your time here is free to explore on your own. Overnight in Trogir. (B, L)
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Split harbour (due to reconstruction) we will sail directly to the port of Trogir. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Split town.
DAY 15: TROGIR – SPLIT
After breakfast, it’s time to disembark your vessel. Transfer to Split airport. End of our services. (B)
Accommodation (or similar):
ZAGREB: Westin Hotel
BLED: Kompas Hotel, or Bled Rose
PLITVICE: Jezero Hotel
SPLIT: Hotel Corner
INCLUSIONS:
Exclusions
Optional supplements
Things to Note:
– Accommodation and cruise vessel is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel/cruise changes, but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
– Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m. Tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
– Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
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