14 Day Dalmatian Isles, Croatia & Slovenia 2018 Itinerary
14 days
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Small Group Tour
3 Dubrovnik, 1 Korcula Island, 2 Hvar, 1 Split, 2 Opatija, 2 Ljubljana, 1 Venice
Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals. Share a meal with a Dubrovnik family as guests in their home. Explore the magnificent Dalmatian Islands of Korcula and Hvar. Visit a family-owned tavern in Hvar and enjoy delicious local fare along with traditional music. Tour magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park, a network of 16 terraced basins. Board an authentic pletna on Lake Bled, a unique rowing boat used for generations. Stop at the Sheppard Museum in Bohinj, where farm-fresh cheeses are ripe for your tasting.
What's this trip about?
3 Dubrovnik, 1 Korcula Island, 2 Hvar, 1 Split, 2 Opatija, 2 Ljubljana, 1 Venice
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide
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Destinations
Attractions
Trip includes
- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Flights New York-Dubrovnik, Venice-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 12 nights First Class accommodations
- 3 nights Dubrovnik 1 night Korcula Island 2 nights Hvar 1 night Split 2 nights Opatija 2 nights Ljubljana 1 night Venice Italian city hotel taxes Hotel porterage All transfers and sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles 23 meals: 12 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners (including a home hosted dinner and welcome & farewell dinners) Bottled water during sightseeing excursions Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
Itinerary
DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for Croatia
Depart for Dubrovnik, Croatia
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Dubrovnik
Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, transfer to the hotel. You'll have the balance of the day at leisure, to rest or explore on your own. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner. Then perhaps you'll stroll to the charming St. Saviour Church
Overnight: Dubrovnik
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Thursday - Explore Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik stands as one of Europe's most beautifully preserved medieval cities, surrounded by ramparts, watchtowers, and the azure Adriatic Sea. Within its walls, spend the morning exploring a treasure trove of rich history, admiring the Rector's Palace and touring the F...
DAY 4, Friday - Full Day in Dubrovnik
Today is at leisure to explore Dubrovnik on your own or join the optional tour to Montenegro, the "Jewel of the Mediterranean" nestled on the gorgeous Adriatic coast. Drive towards the stunning Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in Southern Europe. On to the cha...
DAY 5, Saturday - Ferry to Korcula
After breakfast, take the ferry to the lovely Dalmatian Island of Korcula, birthplace of the legendary explorer Marco Polo. Arrive in time for lunch, then walk to its Romanesque-Gothic cathedral, with stunning Adriatic views. The rest of the day is free to discover this ...
DAY 6, Sunday - Ferry to Hvar
This morning, travel back to Korcula town and sail by ferry to the mainland. After lunch at a local restaurant in Ston, drive north along the beautiful Adriatic coast to the small town of Drvenik.Board a ferry to the island of Hvar, rated as one of the world's Top 10 isl...
DAY 7, Monday - Explore Hvar & Visit a Local Tavern
Today, discover the treasures of Hvar on your own. Perhaps you'll relax on one of the island's beautiful beaches. Board a boat to the Pakleni Islands, just off Hvar's coast, where secluded coves make for fine snorkeling and swimming. Or indulge in a spa treatment at the ...
DAY 8, Tuesday - Ferry to Split & Discover Diocletian's Palace
Today, ferry back to the mainland to explore Split, Croatia's grand 1,700-year-old city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On a walking tour, marvel at its rich culture and Renaissance and Gothic architecture. At the heart of its waterfront is Diocletian's Palace, the 3rd...
DAY 9, Wednesday - Browse Morning Market, Tour Plitvice Lakes & Transfer to Istrian Peninsula
Greet the day among Croatian vendors setting up shop at Split's lively market. Find locally grown fruits, vegetables, olive oil, and wines here, as well as clothing, bags, and trinkets. Perusing these stalls is a great way to strike up a conversation with the locals. Lat...
DAY 10, Thursday - Full Day in Opatija
Enjoy a full day at leisure in the seaside town of Opatija, with its rich history, picturesque surroundings and gorgeous beaches, once a gathering spot for the Austro-Hungarian nobility. Alternatively, join the optional tour to the Istrian Peninsula that begins in Pula, ...
DAY 11, Friday - Tour Ljubljana, Slovenia
Cross into Slovenia this morning and stop for a tour of its capital, Ljubljana. View its vast open-air market; the Baroque Venetian inspired City Hall; Robba Fountain, inspired by Bernini's Four Rivers Fountain in Rome; the Triple Bridge, which connects the old and new cities; and the Parliament. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 12, Saturday - Visit Bled Island & Countryside Drive to Bohinj
This morning, travel to Bled, situated on the pristine shores of Lake Bled in the spectacular Julian Alps. Explore Bled Castle, perched on a cliff overlooking the lake. Continue your day on Bled's spellbinding lake aboard a pletna, a traditional rowing boat. The destinat...
DAY 13, Sunday - Explore Venice
Transfer to Venice this morning, once the center of an empire that oversaw the entire Adriatic. Upon arrival, travel by boat to your hotel. After lunch on your own, enjoy a walking tour of Piazza San Marco, with time to visit the Basilica and view the Doge's Palace, Brid...
DAY 14, Monday - Depart Italy
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
*Please note: This a very active day with a walk down to the Plitvice Lakes. Walk around the lakes is moderate and good walking shoes are advisable
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Last Updated: 7/15/2018
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Optional Activities
Full Day Montenegro Drive towards the stunning Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in southern Europe. On to the charming coastal town of Perast where a short boat ride takes us to the 15th century "Our Lady of the Rocks" Church perched on an islet in the bay. Time to admire the marble alter, fine paintings, silver plaques and panoramic views before driving to Kotor surrounded by old fortress walls, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Leisure time to walk the winding cobblestone lanes of the Old City before returning along the Dalmatian Coast to Dubrovnik.
Departs at 7:30 am. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 7 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $65 Full Day Montenegro Drive towards the stunning Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in southern Europe. On to the charming coastal town of Perast where a short boat ride takes us to the 15th century "Our Lady of the Rocks" Church perched on an islet in the bay. Time to admire the marble alter, fine paintings, silver plaques and panoramic views before driving to Kotor surrounded by old fortress walls, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Leisure time to walk the winding cobblestone lanes of the Old City before returning along the Dalmatian Coast to Dubrovnik.
Departs at 7:30 am. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 7 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $65 Full Day Istrian Peninsula Begin with an orientation tour of Pula, a strategic port since the times of the ancient Romans. Visit a Roman Amphitheater, the sixth largest of its kind to be preserved in the world today. Afterward, proceed to the beautiful resort town of Rovinj where you will enjoy free time exploring the old town and its narrow lanes before returning to Opatija.
Departs at 8:00 am. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 8 hours. OnDay : 10 Price : $64 Full Day Istrian Peninsula Begin with an orientation tour of Pula, a strategic port since the times of the ancient Romans. Visit a Roman Amphitheater, the sixth largest of its kind to be preserved in the world today. Afterward, proceed to the beautiful resort town of Rovinj where you will enjoy free time exploring the old town and its narrow lanes before returning to Opatija.
Departs at 8:00 am. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 8 hours. OnDay : 10 Price : $64
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Accommodation Details: Land only prices do not include arrival/departure transfers.
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