Croatia Tours & Trips 2020

• Admire the World Heritage-listed architecture of Dubrovnik and Montenegro’s Kotor, climbing along their ancient city walls.
• Loose yourself in Tirana, Albania's colourful capital, and partake in the local's favourite pastime: drinking coffee and people-watching.
• Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid – one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction; nobody would want to let it go!
• Explore the endemic flora and fauna on an easy hike of Pelister: North Macedonia’s oldest national park.
• Hike the slopes of Mt Olympus, the ancient seat of the 12 Greek gods. According to mythology Zeus unleashed his thunderbolts from one of Olympus' peaks.

• Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction – nobody would want to let it go.
• Admire the World Heritage-listed architecture of Dubrovnik and Montenegro’s Kotor as you walk along their ancient city walls.
• Enjoy a traditional Balkan dinner, featuring dishes like stuffed peppers, cheese and spinach pies, hearty meat dishes, plenty of grilled and fresh veggies, and perhaps a glass or two of raki.
• Lose yourself in Tirana, Albania's colourful capital, and explore the wonders of Berat on walking tours with expert local guides.
• Venture out to Matka Canyon, a deep ravine cut into the Suva mountains by the Treska River, and explore this beautiful natural area on foot or by boat.

• Welcome to Bucharest
• Visit Peles Castle
• Guided tour of Brasov; guided visit of Dracula's Bran Castle
• Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; transfer to ship; onboard welcome reception
• Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in Constanta; wine tasting
• Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or walk in the park with your Adventure Host
• Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress, see the rock formations in Belogradchik or bike with your Adventure Host
• Scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or bike with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubač fortress
• Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
• Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of honey and wine tasting or hike to the Petrovaradin Fortress
• Ilok guided tour with wine tasting; Vukovar guided tour
• Guided tour and organ concert in Pécs
• Sail from the Danube Delta of the Black Sea to Hungary’s capital of Budapest to experience river views like no other
• Begin your Danube River vacation your way before your cruise with an overnight stay and sightseeing in Bucharest

• CRUISING
  Seven-night cruise to Korčula
• Budva
• Paxos
• Corfu
• Sara
• Kotor
  
  Cruise Details:
  
  • Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.
  • Cabin categories: Outside cabin (category B)
  • Outside cabin (category A)
  • All cabins with two lower beds or one double bed private shower toilet.
  • Full entertainment program on board.
  • Globus Host service in Dubrovnik.
  • Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise yacht details. At time of printing
  • the yacht scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Panorama
  • operated by Variety Cruises.

• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 10 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
• 1 Dinner (D)
• 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
• Bled: On their fifth-generation-owned family farm in Bled, you'll enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest dinner and guided walk around the farm with Monika, Gregor, their children and the resident farm animals.
• Split: See the ancient fortress built in Split as a retirement residence for Roman Emperor Diocletian in the 4th century.
• Zagreb: Spend the day discovering the diverse cultures and traditions of Zagreb.
• Zagreb: Take in the scenic landscapes of Zagreb.
• Ljubljana: Explore this elegant capital with your Local Specialist. See the castle City Hall, Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Triple Bridge.
• Pula: Spend the day basking in the rich history of the Pula Arena.
• Rovinj: Discover the Old Town of Rovinj.
• Trogir: Enjoy the Renaissance art and the Romanesque architecture on the island of Trogir.
• Dubrovnik: Explore the Pearl of the Adriatic with your Local Specialist during a sightseeing walk in a small group. Walk the stone-paved streets of the Old Town to see Onofrio's Fountain, Rector's Palace and the medieval city walls.
• Plitvice Lakes National Park: Admire the irresistible beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO-listed protected area and home to bears, wolves and many rare bird species.
• : Explore Zagreb, Pula, Rovinj, Plitvice National Park, Trogir, Split and Dubrovnik with a Local Specialist
• : Discover Ljubljana, Bled, Opatija and Ston
• : Visit the arena in Pula, Diocletian's Palace in Split and the salt pans in Ston
• : View the Park of Sv. Jakov in Opatija
• : See The Triple Bridge and Castle of Ljubljana and the Old City of Dubrovnik
• : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• : Optional Experiences and free time

• Take a cruise on stunning Lake Ohrid – which straddles the mountainous border between Macedonia and Albania – and watch shorefront villages stream by.
• Albania's pastel-coloured capital Tirana is on the verge of becoming Europe’s next big thing, so pay it a visit before the rest of the world does.
• Head to a remote village outside Syros for a sunset feast of local specialties, all served up in a small taverna that overlooks the Aegean Sea.
• Spend a half-day exploring the ruins that decorate the island of Delos, a living museum of crumbling palaces, columns and statues.
• Take a hike around the rim of the caldera Santorini is built on, walking through little villages, passing steep cliff faces and taking in breathtaking views.

• Welcome to Prague
• Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds
• Travel by motorcoach to Regensburg, guided sightseeing; transfer to Deggendorf; onboard welcome reception
• Choice of guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host; Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising
• Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column
• Choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or guided tour in Ybbs with Artstetten Castle visit; cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein
• Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host
• Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
• Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host
• Free time
• Choice of guided tour in Pécs, visit the underground tombs, or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill or bike with your Adventure Host
• Ilok guided tour; choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host
• Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
• Visit to Golubač fortress; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or bike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge
• Choice of guided tour in Vidin, excursion to Belogradchik, see the rock formations or hike with your Adventure Host
• Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet's Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or a guided sightseeing in Rousse, or a walk in the park with your Adventure Host
• Transfer to Bucharest, guided sightseeing
• Brasov guided tour; visit Bran Castle
• Visit Peles Castle
• Embark on a 20-day journey from Czech Republic to Romania, beginning with two nights in dazzling Prague
• Explore the “Golden City” of Prague before your cruise

• Zagreb: Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the cathedral
• Ljubljana: Guided sightseeing, visit the Town Hall’s inner court
• Postojna: Visit the caves
• Pula: Guided visit including the Amphitheater and Temple of Augustus
• Plitvice: Guided walking tour in the national park
• Zadar: Guided walking tour through the Old Town to the main square
• Trogir: Visit the historic city
• Split: Dinner at a local restaurant; guided walking tour, visit Diocletian’s Palace
• Dubrovnik: Guided walking tour; visit Rector’s Palace; farewell dinner
• Spectacular scenery, historical sights, and special experiences await you on this fantastic tour concentrating on Croatia
• Along the way, overnight in Zagreb, Opatija, Zadar, Split, and Dubrovnik in Croatia, and in Slovenia’s capital Ljubljana

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• INCLUDED 2-DAY/1-NIGHT EXTENSION:
  • Lake Balaton and Varazdin
  • Visit to the Tihany Peninsula
  • One night's accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Balatonfüred
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Kopacki Rit Nature Park and Osijek
  • The medieval city of Ilok
  • The contrasting capitals of Belgrade and Zagreb

Day 1 - Wed - DUBROVNIK
• Arrive in Dubrovnik - transfer to hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 2 - Thu - DUBROVNIK - MONTENEGRO (B)
• After early breakfast join a bus excursion

• What better way to see the historic towns, protected forests and stunning islands of Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast than aboard a private yacht? All aboard for a week in paradise
• Explore beautiful Split, where tradition, modernity and a variety of European influences come together. A visit to the Diocletian’s Palace reveals some of the Adriatic Coast’s most important surviving Roman buildings
• Bliss out on Brac’s world famous Zlatni Rat beach, a spit of white sand jutting out into turquoise waters
• Opened to the public only in 1989, the island of Vis boasts coastal scenery and a military history just waiting to be discovered. Also, the local vugava wine is rather nice
• Stari Grad, Hvar’s Old Town, is quite literally one of the oldest towns in Europe, and a charming one at that. It provides a great base from which to explore the island

• Experience an authentic taste of the Balkans and a look at local life when you dine in family homes in Ljuta, Ohrid, Lake Prespa and Dihovo.
• Get hands on with local village women in Janche for a cooking class focused on making local flaky pastries, and enjoy a cooking demonstration in Dolno Dupeni.
• See behind the scenes of local produce when you visit a centuries-old smokehouse, an olive mill, an apple farm, and meet a local beekeeper for a honey tasting.
• Throughout your culinary escapade, explore the stunning landscapes of the region, discovering the Painted Mosque, Matka Canyon, Mavrovo National Park and Lake Prespa.
• Try the most iconic foods of Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro, Kosovo, including smoked and barbecued meats, cheese, gjomleze and locally produced wine.

• Learn about the Danube Delta at an onboard lecture

• 9 night’s hotel accommodation
• Private transfers between cities
• Comprehensive sightseeing with English speaking guide
• Discover the vibrant and green capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana
• Visit magnificent Bled Castle
• Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park
• Tour the hilltop village of Motovun
• Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the blue Adriatic Sea
• Soak in the unspoiled coastlines of Dubrovnik

• What better way to see the historic towns, protected forests and stunning islands of Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast than aboard a private yacht? All aboard for a week in paradise
• Set sail out of beautiful Dubrovnik. The World Heritage-listed walled city plays host to film crews every year
• Wander the length of car-free Lopud in the idyllic Elafiti Islands
• Discover the lush forests of Mljet, which are yet to be spoilt by mainstream tourism.
• Visit Odysseus Cave where, according to legend, the king of Ithaca once found refuge after surviving a shipwreck
• Once ruled by the Roman, Ventian and Austro-Hungarian empires, Korcula is a quiet escape full of vineyards, olive groves and tranquil coves
• Cross the water from the island of Vis to Cave Bisevo’s blue grotto in a rowing boat