On arrival at Zagreb Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, is known for its historical museums and cultural events. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the city on your own and taking in the atmosphere of the many restaurants, cafes, and bars. Overnight stay in ZAGREB.
This morning, travel to Split, en route visiting the magnificent Plitvice National Park. Plitvice is renowned for its dramatic waterfalls, glittering lakes, and lush forested cliffs; it is Croatia’s best-known national park and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your ticket offers full access to the park’s hiking trails and boardwalks, a ride on the park’s panoramic train, shuttle buses, and an electric boat cruise around Kozjak Lake. Later, continue your journey to Split, a city known for its vibrant culture and history. Overnight stay in SPLIT.
Today, set off on a relaxing and refreshing excursion to the Blue Lagoon – 3 Island Tour. Enjoy panoramic views as you travel by boat to the beautiful UNESCO-protected world heritage town of Trogir. Next, visit the Blue Lagoon by speedboat for swimming or snorkeling. The last stop is the picture-perfect small island Šolta, where you visit the fishing village of Stomorska. In the evening, enjoy a guided walking tour of Split. Discover the 1700-year-old Diocletian Palace, admiring famous landmarks such as the Catholic Cathedral of Saint Domnius, the Peristil, and the Riva promenade. (An upgrade is available to the full-day Blue Cave – 5 Island tour.) Overnight stay in SPLIT.
Check out and travel to Dubrovnik, rightly nicknamed the ‘The Pearl of the Adriatic’ for its immaculate medieval architecture. Later this evening, explore Dubrovnik on a guided walking tour with a cable car ride. Explore around the Old Town, discovering its architectural treasures and cultural opulence. Take the Dubrovnik Cable Car and enjoy breathtaking views of the Old City and the Adriatic Sea from the top of Srd Hill. Overnight stay in DUBROVNIK.
Spend the day on a chosen excursion. You can spend a day exploring Bosnia and Herzegovina, visiting the UNESCO-listed city of Mostar to see the spectacular Mostar Bridge and Ottoman-era structures. OR Discover the beauty of Montenegro, exploring the coastal towns of Kotor and Budva. OR Set out to explore the sunny Elaphiti Islands, seeing the three most beautiful islands – Kolocep, Lopud, and Sipan – and enjoying a day swimming in the crystal clear sea. Overnight stay in DUBROVNIK.
Today, continue your journey north back up the coast to Zadar, a city of exceptional history and rich
cultural heritage. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. (We recommend you take an optional Romantic Sunset Cruise in the evening.) Overnight stay in ZADAR.
This morning, enjoy a guided walking tour of Zadar. During the walk, you will see the Old City, stop by the Church of St. Donat (lying on the ancient Roman forum), the Sea Gate, Land Gate, and the Square of Five Wells. The tour includes a free tasting of Maraschino liqueur and Pag cheese. At the end of the tour, you can take your time listening to the unique sound of the Sea Organ. (An upgrade is available to the Kornati Islands Tour.) Overnight stay in ZADAR.
Today return to Zagreb. Explore the main spots on your guided walking tour of Zagreb with a scenic funicular ride. Feel the pulse of the city and embrace all the charm Zagreb has to offer. Discover the Lower and Upper Town, and experience the true stories that shaped Zagreb into the city it is today. Overnight stay in ZAGREB.
Your trip concludes today with a departure transfer from your hotel to Zagreb Airport. We hope you have enjoyed your vacation and wish you a safe journey back home.
