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| Duration | Destination | Departure | Catalog |
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| 14 days and 13 nights | Italy (Venice) | Croatia (Hrvatska) (Zagreb) |  |
Day 1, arrive Zagreb, Saturday
Welcome to Zagreb! You will be met at the airport and
transferred to your hotel. Then the day is at leisure to get
settled in or begin exploring. Later, gather for a Welcome
Dinner with your traveling companions. (D)
Day 2, in Zagreb, Sunday
On a morning sightseeing tour, see 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 city streets, browse through the
shops, or take an optional excursion to see the countryside. (B)
Day 3, Zagreb to Sarajevo, Monday
Journey south, out of Croatia to Sarajevo, the capital of
Bosnia and Herzegovina. After checking in at the hotel, relax
and enjoy dinner. (B, D)
Day 4, Sarajevo to Dubrovnik, Tuesday
Sarajevo has been influenced by a number of cultures and
civilizations during its long history. On your city tour visit
the Turkish bazaar “Bas Carsija,” Husref Bay’s Mosque,
the Olympic Stadium, and Gavrilo Princip Museum. Then,
continue your trip through the mountains and along the
gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar. Here, view the remains
of the Turkish quarter and the reconstruction efforts on the
16th-century stone bridge. Finally, travel to Dubrovnik, with
its picturesque setting on the stunning Adriatic coast. (B, D)
Day 5, in Dubrovnik, Wednesday
A walking tour shows you the highlights of Old Dubrovnik. See
the Rector's Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column and
Sponza Palace. Then it's on to see the Dominican Monastery
and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the
oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore
on your own, shop, stroll along the water’s edge, or simply
relax and delight in your superbly scenic surroundings. (B)
Day 6, in Dubrovnik, excursion to Montenegro, Thursday
Travel to the Republic of Montenegro. Head to the mouth of
the beautiful Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in
Southern Europe. Enjoy a boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks,
one of two islets off the coast of Perast. The Roman Catholic
Church is the largest building on the islet, with a museum
attached to it. Upon return to the coast, we will stop in Perast, an
old charming coastal town. Visit city of Kotor before returning
to Dubrovnik. Your evening is free to enjoy your way. (B)
Day 7, Dubrovnik to Split, Friday
Travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old
fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city 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. (B, D)
Day 8, Split to Trogir and Plitvice Lakes, Saturday
After breakfast, head to Trogir, a center of artistic activities in
Croatia. Scholars from around the world gather here to study
and paint. Then, turn inland and journey to Plitvice Lakes
National Park. (B, D)
Day 9, in Plitvice Lakes, Sunday
A full day to enjoy spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park,
a UNESCO World Heritage site. Have your camera ready as
you take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes.
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with
16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains
and lush vegetation. (B, D)
Day 10, Plitvice to Opatija, Postojna & Bled, Monday
Returning to the coast, stop at the beautiful bay of Kvarner and its
popular resort, Opatija. An orientation tour of Opatija will show
off the highlights of this former Imperial resort city. Afterward,
drive across the border into Slovenia and to Postojna Cave, one
of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean
world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to Bled,
beautifully set in the Julian Alps. (B, D)
Day 11, in Bled, Ljubljana Excursion, Tuesday
An Alpine lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was
“discovered” by travelers in the middle of the 19th century.
A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the
lakeshore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a
cliff high above the lake. Afternoon excursion to Ljubljana;
the city tour takes in views of the open-air Central Market,
Baroque Town Hall, Robba's Fountain, the Three Bridges, and
the Parliament. Return to Bled for an overnight. (B)
Day 12, Bled, to Trieste & Venice, Wednesday
Leaving Bled, drive south to Trieste in Italy for orientation tour
and visit to Miramare Castle and its lovely park. The castle
was built by the Habsburg monarchy on a cliff overlooking
Adriatic Sea. After your visit, continue on to the romantic city
of Venice. (B)
Day 13, in Venice, Thursday
Today begins with a walking tour of Venice, featuring the
major highlights: St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica,
the Doge's Palace, Bell Tower, and Bridge of Sighs. Visit a
glassblowing factory where you will watch a master artisan
demonstrate this traditional Venetian art. Your afternoon is
at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop or take an
optional gondola ride. Celebrate your wonderful vacation
tonight with a Farewell Dinner at a favorite restaurant. (B, D)
Day 14, depart Venice, Friday
After breakfast you will be transferred to Venice airport for
your flight home. (B)
HOTELS:
Zagreb: Westin (DLX)
Sarajevo: Europe (F) / Holiday (F)
Dubrovnik: Lapad (F) / Lacroma (F)
Split: Atrium (F)
Plitvice: Jezero (F)
Bled: Park (F) / Rikli Balance Hotel (SF)
Venice: Bauer Paladio Hotel & Spa (DLX)
First class hotels, rooms with private facilities
Breakfast daily and 8 dinners
Airport arrival and departure transfers
Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
Professional Tour Director throughout
Luggage handling
Whisper technology enhanced touring
Service charges and hotel taxes
SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED:
Zagreb � Sarajevo
Dubrovnik � Split
Plitvice Lakes � Opatija
Bled � Ljubljana
Postojna Cave � Venice
Any personal expenses, food and beverage unless included in program.
| Day | Overnight | Itinerary highlights |
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| 1 |
Zagreb, Croatia - Westin Venice, Italy |
| Place | Escorted |
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| Venice | 4 Stars |
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