Slovenia & Croatia: Lakes, Castles & Coastal Charms

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Begin your journey in Zagreb, exploring its lively markets and charming Upper Town before a welcome dinner showcasing Croatian cuisine.
Cross into Slovenia, rafting on the Krka River in Novo Mesto, then discovering Ljubljana’s old town and Lake Bled’s fairytale scenery with a castle visit and Bled cream cake tasting.
Venture underground through the Postojna Caves, sample Karst prosciutto and wine, and continue to Opatija, the elegant seaside resort.
Immerse yourself in Istria’s culinary delights — olive oil tasting in Rovinj, wine in Motovun, and truffles and brandy in Buzet.
Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO wonder of cascading turquoise waters, before heading south to Zadar and Split, discovering Roman ruins and the melodic Sea Organ.

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Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Custom Groups of 10+

Private vacations fully customized for you and your crew.

Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Custom Groups of 10+

Private vacations fully customized for you and your crew.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

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Arrive Zagreb

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Zagreb - Novo Mesto - Ljubljana

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Ljubljana and Bled

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Ljubljana - Postojna - Karst Region - Opatija

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Istria

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Opatija - Plitvice Lakes

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Plitvice Lakes - Zadar - Split

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Split - Stone - Dubrovnik

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Dubrovnik

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Depart Dubrovnik

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Arrive Zagreb

Upon arrival to Zagreb airport, we are met and transferred to our hotel. Tonight a welcome dinner in a local restaurant, which will be tasting plates of Croatian culinary tradition made with a modern twist.

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Arrive Zagreb

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Dinner

Your Accommodation

Hotel Dubrovnik

The four star Hotel Dubrovnik has been welcoming guests since 1929 and has won a number of awards for its facilities and services. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Zagreb, surrounded by all the city's top business, cultural and entertainment attractions as well as parks and colorful cafes. The Hotel Dubrovnik's façade on Ban Jelacic square is a distinctive part of the city's architectural heritage. To fulfill growing demand, the hotel added a tastefully designed modern wing in 1982 with an additional 150 rooms. Today, the Hotel Dubrovnik has 214 rooms and 8 suites and offers perfect balance of tradition, classic beauty, excellent service and modern facilities in the heart of Zagreb.

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Zagreb - Novo Mesto - Ljubljana

We start the day with a walking tour of Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia. Our tour will include, The Jelacic Square, the cathedral, the upper town, …but also look at the open-air market, where we will be able to taste some of the local products. We then depart Zagreb and cross the border in to Slovenia. Our first stop is in Novo Mesto, a city located on by the green Krka River. Here we board a wooden raft, that will take you on a relaxing ride all around the city, as you learn about the history of Novo Mesto and the area. We will also taste the local wine cvicek with traditional flat bread. After, we continue on to Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital.

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Zagreb - Novo Mesto - Ljubljana

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Best Western Premier Hotel Slon

The Best Western Premier Hotel Slon is conveniently situated in the city center of Ljubljana and offers easy access to major government, diplomatic and corporate offices. The hotel is also near the National Theatre and the impressive historical art housed in the National Gallery Museum. Hotel guests will enjoy the hotel's complimentary spa and fitness area, restaurants and pastry shop as well as the complimentary full breakfast and newspaper each morning.

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Ljubljana and Bled

This morning, we discover the old town of Ljubljana. Our tour includes the Prešern Square, the riverbanks of Ljubljanica River, the Three Bridges, the lively open-air market and of course we will take the funicular up to Ljubljana Castle to catch one of the best views of the green capital of Slovenia. Next, we travel to beautiful Lake Bled. We will visit the romantic castle, perched on the cliff above the lake and later get to taste the famous Bled cream cake! There is some leisure time in Bled, and you can just wander and explore or choose some optional activities, like the pletna boat ride to the small island in the middle of the lake (additional cost). In the early evening we departure for Radovljica, and take a short stroll around the picturesque town, if time allows we will see the gingerbread harts’ workshop or the small pottery museum. Dinner tonight is at the local restaurant, House Linhart (or similar) – home of one of the best Slovenian chefs. After dinner, we return to our hotel.

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Ljubljana and Bled

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

Best Western Premier Hotel Slon

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Ljubljana - Postojna - Karst Region - Opatija

As we depart Ljubljana, our day begins as we discover the mysterious underground world of the Postojna Caves. The caves are second longest cave system in Slovenia, and were created by the Pivka River. The tour partly by a small electric train, and some by walking. After our tour of the caves, our journey continues as we enter the Karst region, where we will taste some air-dried prosciutto accompanied by the local wine, teren. Both are characteristic products of the region, so something not to be missed! We then cross back in to Croatia, and the Kvarner Bay area, and popular resort of Opatija.

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Ljubljana - Postojna - Karst Region - Opatija

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Hotel Admiral

The 4-star Remisens Hotel Admiral is located walk from the local beach. Set in an European-style building, it overlooks the Adriatic Sea and Kvarner Bay. An unique location next to a bus stop provides an easy access to Moscenicka Draga, which is 1400 meters away. Remisens Hotel Admiral is within about 10 minutes' walk of the center of Opatija.

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Istria

Istria is the biggest Croatian peninsula and rich of history and culture, but also a paradise for foodies. We will start our tour of the peninsula with a walking tour of the picturesque town of Rovinj. This old fishing village is today a lively cultural, touristic and gastronomy centre. This is followed, by a visit to a local olive oil producer for a tasting – Istria is one of the leading regions for olive oil production. Our next stop will be a local wine producer, where we will tour the wine cellar and taste some of the local wines, like malvazia. The tour will then take us to the hilltop village of Motovun, the town of truffles. A short walk through the small town will allow us to visit some of the small shops, to taste and buy some of the truffle based products. On our way back to Opatija, there is one last on our culinary journey through Istria. This is in the small town of Buzet, where we will visit a local distillery and try their brandy and other products like jams, juices, biscuits….

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Istria

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Hotel Admiral

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Opatija - Plitvice Lakes

oday, we head south, to Zadar. Upon arrival there is a walking tour of the city, where we learn where about the largest Roman Forum on the Adriatic coast, we also will see the St.Donat church (the symbol of Zadar) and learn about the gold and silver coffin of St. Simon from 14th century, and what this means to the city, and the not to be missed Promenade, the Sea Organ. Our day continues as we travel to the small town of Plastavo, where we will visit local wine producer, and sample a selection of small bites accompanied with selected wines. Finally we continue on to Split for the night.

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Opatija - Plitvice Lakes

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Fenomen Plitvice

Like a hidden pearl in the heart of National Park Plitvice Lakes, lies a newly opened tourist resort Fenomen Plitvice with 18 accommodation units in eight houses which offer the ambiance of luxury in the heart of untouched nature. Each suite is modernly equipped to provide guests complete comfort and relaxation. Where luxury meets nature, Plitvice Fenomen resort is located within the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the first national park in the world added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979. A Phenomenon of the Nature, there are few places in this world that look and feel too unreal, too beautiful and astonishing to believe they actually exist. They can truly be called a Phenomenon of the Nature. Plitvice Lakes is among those places - with its unique natural harmony, invaluable and impressive aesthetics and enchanting environment.

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Plitvice Lakes - Zadar - Split

Today, we head south, to Zadar. Upon arrival there is a walking tour of the city, where we learn where about the largest Roman Forum on the Adriatic coast, we also will see the St.Donat church (the symbol of Zadar) and learn about the gold and silver coffin of St. Simon from 14th century, and what this means to the city, and the not to be missed Promenade, the Sea Organ. Our day continues as we travel to the small town of Plastavo, where we will visit local wine producer, and sample a selection of small bites accompanied with selected wines. Finally we continue on to Split for the night.

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Plitvice Lakes - Zadar - Split

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Atrium Hotel Split

Welcome to Atrium Hotel, the only five star hotel in Split. The building's marble and glass reflect the blue Mediterranean sky. It has grown on the foundations of ancient Split, just next to the location that the famous Roman emperor Diocletian chose as his summer house. The Aqueduct built in that era can be seen on the official exhibit site, at the underground premises of the hotel. From the hotel to the Diocletian's Palace and the vibrant and crowded waterfront is a fifteen minute walk - you will be that close to the epicentre of all the events in Split.

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Split - Stone - Dubrovnik

After breakfast, a morning city tour of Split, where we will see the beauty of the majestic Diocletian Palace before departing for Dubrovnik. We will stop at the Pelješac Peninsula, and the impressive city walls of Stone, where we get to sample an Adriatic oyster’s experience. We visit the Mali Stone Bay, and learn about shellfish farming, where the history dates back over 800 years. On a short boat trip you will enjoy a tasting of fresh oysters and mussels just taken out of the sea. Our journey ends today in the walled city of Dubrovnik and overnight.

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Split - Stone - Dubrovnik

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Hotel Lapad

Magnificent 4 star venue and prestigious vacation choice for everyone exploring beautiful city of Dubrovnik. The Hotel cherishes long term dedication in keeping the precious heritage alive and making sure unique history is implemented in every piece of our presence.

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Dubrovnik

We explore this historical wonder today, starting with a morning city tour of Dubrovnik old town. We walk along the main street Stradun, visit the Rector’s Palace, The Franciscan Monastery, including the pharmacy, Orlondo’s Column, Onofrio’s Fountain and much more… The afternoon is at leisure, to explore as you wish, we recommend visiting the Dubrovnik city walls, or you can just relax. Tonight, our farewell dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the Adriatic Sea or a traditional agritourism restaurant in the hinterlands of Dubrovnik.

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Dubrovnik

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

Hotel Lapad

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Depart Dubrovnik

After breakfast, the day is at leisure until the transfer to Dubrovnik Airport.

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Depart Dubrovnik

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What to Expect

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Ljubljana

Lake Bled

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Dubrovnik

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Andres Serrano

Destination Specialist

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One of the most memorable traditions travellers should experience in Croatia is the Sinjska Alka. Held every August in the town of Sinj, near Split, it’s a centuries-old knights’ tournament where horsemen in traditional uniforms gallop at full speed trying to spear a small iron ring (“alka”) with their lances

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Andres Serrano

Destination Specialist

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One common misconception travellers have about Croatia is that it’s only about Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian coast. Inland regions like Zagreb, Istria, and Slavonia offer wine routes, truffle hunting, castles, and cultural festivals. Nature is also often overlooked. Beyond the famous Plitvice Lakes, there are mountains for hiking, rivers for rafting, and even thermal spas.

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Ainslee Hansen

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In early fall, the sea is still warm from the summer heat, making it perfect for swimming. Fall is also grape and truffle harvest season, which is ideal for food and wine lovers.

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