Discover history, nature, culture & wonderful cuisine of Croatia & Slovenia. Spend 8 unforgettable days touring the highlights on land. All details of this itinerary have been carefully crafted to showcase the very best of these destinations.
Delights of Croatia & Slovenia Small Group Tour 2024
Zagreb - Ljubljana - Bled - Radovljica - Ljubljana - Postojna Cave - Predjama - Momjan - Poreč - Motovun - Rovinj - Poreč - Pula - Vodnjan - Opatija - Rastoke - Plitvice Lakes NP - Zadar - Split
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Day by day Itinerary
Day 1
Zagreb
Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Free time before a welcome dinner at one of Zagreb’s most loved restaurants. (D)
Day 2
Zagreb - Ljubljana
Zagreb is home to a mix of 18th and 19th century buildings with many charming parks, squares and city markets. Discover the city’s sights then continue to Ljubljana. The lively city features a gorgeous pedestrian only Baroque Old Town nestled at the foot of Castle Hill. Dinner at the hotel. (B, D)
Day 3
Ljubljana - Bled - Radovljica - Ljubljana
Lake Bled ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts. Enjoy a Pletna boat ride to Bled Island. Continue to the medieval castle perched high on a cliff top for a memorable lunch. Stop in Radovljica for a stroll through this magical little town. Return to Ljubljana for an evening at leisure. (B, L)
Day 4
Ljubljana - Postojna Cave - Predjama Castle - Momjan - Poreč
See the subterranean world of the Postojna Caves by train. Photo stop at Predjama Castle, followed by a wine tasting at one of Croatia’s best wineries. Arrive to Poreč, home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Euphrasius Basilica from the 6th century AD. Dinner at the hotel this evening. (B, T, D)
Day 5
Poreč - Motovun - Rovinj - Poreč
Visit the medieval hilltop town of Motovun followed by lunch where you will experience a tasting of local truffles. Proceed to the seaside town of Rovinj, one of the most romantic towns on the Mediterranean, with its cobbled streets, squares and picturesque buildings. Return to Poreč for an afternoon at leisure. (B, L/T)
Day 6
Poreč - Pula - Vodnjan - Opatija - Rastoke - Plitvice Lakes
Depart for Plitvice, enroute see Pula and its impressive Roman Amphitheatre followed by a visit to a renowned family producer of olive oil. Continue to Opatija, the old playground of the Austro-Hungarian nobility. Photo stop in Rastoke. Overnight in Plitvice Lakes and enjoy dinner at the hotel. (B, T, D)
Day 7
Plitvice Lakes - Zadar - Split
The beauty of the Plitvice Lakes lies in its 16 lakes inter-connected by a series of waterfalls. Discover the National Park and have picnic lunch before continuing to Zadar. Zadar dates back to Roman times, see its beautiful promenade Sea Organ & Greetings to the Sun. Overnight in Split this evening. Dinner is at the hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 8
Split
This morning after breakfast farewell the beautiful city of Split. For those of you returning home, or travelling onwards you will be transferred to Split Airport. We are sure you will have made many friends and have a wealth of memories to treasure and take home with you. Sretan Put. (B)
Inclusions
Tour Includes
- 7 Nights in 4-5* hotels
- All transfers as per itinerary
- 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 Dinners (B, L, D)
- Tour Director
- Modern A/C motor coach or minivan
- Service charges & hotel taxes
- Authentic Food & Wine Experiences (T)
- Headsets
- Porterage
Highlights
- Authentic dining experiences at local restaurants
- Unique stays in centrally located hotels
- Wine Tasting at an award-winning winery in Istria
- Truffle Tasting Lunch in Istria
- Olive Oil Tasting at a family owned estate in Vodnjan
Sightseeing with Local Guides
- Zagreb
- Ljubljana
- Bled
- Poreč
- Motovun
- Rovinj
- Pula
- Plitvice NP
- Zadar
Entrance Fees
- Zagreb - Funicular
- Bled - Castle, Pletna Boat, Church
- Postojna - Cave
- Poreč - Euphrasius Basilica
- Motovun - Shuttle Bus, Town Walls
- Pula - Amphitheatre Arena
- Plitvice Lakes - National Park
Pricing and Accommodation
Pricing and Accommodation information is not available.
Important Notes
Booking Terms & Conditions
Deposits: Upon confirmation a non-refundable deposit of NZ$750 per person is payable. Final Payment: Final payment is due no later than 90 days prior to departure from New Zealand. Prices: All prices are in NZ$ based on twin share per person. Airfares and any costs not stated are not included. Solo Travellers: To guarantee a private room, solo travellers must book the ‘single use’ price. Group Size: Tour up to 25 guests. Guaranteed departure based on minimum 10 guests. Additional cost will apply if group size is below minimum numbers. Tour Transport & Guide: If group size is below 7 passengers, transportation will be in a minivan & with a driver/guide. Tour Arrangements: We reserve the right to alter the routing, change accommodation and services if required. Travel Insurance: It is a requirement of this travel arrangement that all travellers must take out a fully comprehensive travel insurance for the full duration of this trip. Contact us or your Travel Agent for more information. For full booking terms & conditions click here.