| Trip Itinerary |
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| Day 1 USA - Ljubljana: |
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Overnight flight to
Ljubljana.
In-Flight Meal Included |
| Day 2 Arrive Ljubljana - Lake Bled: |
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Arrive in Ljubljana and transfer to our hotel in Lake Bled for a relaxing 2-night stay. This evening enjoy a Welcome Reception with your Tour Director.
In-Flight Meal Included |
| Day 3 Lake Bled (Ljubljana Included): |
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Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour of the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana. See the city’s medieval castle, the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, City Hall and the Triple Bridge. The afternoon is at leisure.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| Day 4 Lake Bled – Postojna Caves – |
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After a leisurely breakfast enjoy a highlight
visit to the seemingly impenetrable Predjama Castle, “Secret of Slovenia,” hanging dramatically on the cliff face. This is a perfect example of a medieval fortification. We then continue to Postojna, the largest caves in Europe. Your guided tour of this underground labyrinth, first by train and then on foot, shows the highlights of this incredible complex. Later, through the Carst region, we journey to the resort town of
Opatija, overlooking the Gulf of Kvarner for dinner and an overnight stay.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| Day 5 Opatija (Istrian Peninsula Included): |
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Today, see Pula, with its perfectly preserved Roman Amphitheater before continuing to the beautiful resort of Rovinj. Time free to explore the old town and its narrow lanes before returning to Opatija. This evening, an optional traditional dinner will be hard to resist.
Buffet Breakfast Included |
| Day 6 Opatija - Zadar: |
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Depart Opatija this morning as we head for the Illyrian port of Zadar where sightseeing explores its Roman and Venetian heritage. Time to explore the Forum or enjoy an ice cream in a sidewalk cafe.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| Day 7 Zadar - Trogir - Split: |
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After a stop in the 4,000-year-old UNESCO town of Trogir, we continue to Split. Sightseeing with our local guide begins at the Roman remains of Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO Heritage Site and center of daily Split life. The Golden
Gate, the remarkable Peristyle and the Cathedral of St. Domnius are all included on our stroll through the Old Town. A highlight of our guided tour is a visit to the palace cellars, Europe’s largest Roman underground structure.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| Day 8 Split: |
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A full day at leisure to explore on
your own, or take an optional trip to the romantic
island of Brac, one of the most beautiful of the
Croatian islands.
Buffet Breakfast Included |
| Day 9 Split - Dalmatian Coast - Dubrovnik: |
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Morning departure
for the resort of Dubrovnik. Be sure to have your cameras ready
as the famous Dalmatian coast comes into view. This afternoon
enjoy a fascinating insight into Croatian society. Learn about
its economy since the collapse of Yugoslavia from our local
resident expert as part of our Explore & Discover™ series.
Buffet Breakfast Included |
| Day 10 Dubrovnik (Included Dubrovnik Sightseeing): |
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Today
enjoy one of Europe’s most breathtaking locations. The UNESCO World
Heritage Site of Dubrovnik is a jewel of the Croatian coastline. The afternoon
is free to explore the quaint back streets decorated with flower
boxes. This evening, enjoy an Explore & Discover™
event as we meet the locals in a typical Dubrovnik household
in a small village nearby. Taste the local cuisine and learn
the art of the Lindo folk dance.
Buffet Breakfast and Highlight Dinner Included |
| Days 11-12 Dubrovnik: |
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Two full days to relax and enjoy this incredible medieval fortified town or perhaps take an optional excursion to Montenegro. A highlight is a stop on the Montenegrin coast at Kotor, a World Heritage sight located on the Kotor Fjord. On day 12 an optional excursion takes us to the town of Mostar. Perhaps try some Turkish coffee and pastries, see its minarets and temples. Shop in the market bazaars and of course visit the famous bridge.
Buffet Breakfast and 1 Dinner Included |
| Day 13 Dubrovnik - Plitvice: |
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Depart Dubrovnik and journey to Plitvice National Park. Consisting of 16 lakes connected by waterfalls and cascades, this is a natural highlight of Croatia and is a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| Day 14 Plitvice - Zagreb: |
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Our stroll through the park takes us by the lakes and under the waterfalls revealing the famous green waters with their emerald and turquoise colors. Mid morning we depart for a short drive to the Croatian capital of Zagreb. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Buffet Breakfast Included |
| Day 15 Zagreb: |
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Our tour this morning includes views of Roosevelt
Square and beautiful facades of Ban Josip Jelacic Square. After a visit to the medieval Old Town, which includes the Pope’s Tower, Presidential Palace and Stone Gate, we continue to the serene
and beautiful park cemetery of Mirogoj. The afternoon is free to explore on your own or perhaps venture into the rolling hills of Zagorje. This optional excursion visits the quaint village of Kumrovec, now a “living museum” and birthplace of Tito, the late Yugoslav President. This evening, reminisce with your new friends about
your favorite moments of this Croatian and Slovenian adventure at a Highlight Farewell Dinner.
Buffet Breakfast and Highlight Dinner Included |
| Day 16 Zagreb - USA: |
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Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA.
Buffet Breakfast and In-Flight Meal Included |
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