12 Day Serbia, Croatia & Slovenia

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2 Belgrade, 2 Zagreb, 2 Bled, 1 Plitvice Lakes, 1 Split, 2 Dubrovnik
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Tour Kalemegdan Fortress, the crown and heart of Belgrade Taste delicious local wines in Kutjevo, the wine capital of Croatia Visit the Cathedral of Zagreb, with its soaring twin spires Explore Ljubljana, with its vast open-air market, Baroque Venetian inspired City Hall and Robba Fountain Visit Bled Castle, a beautiful medieval fortress, perched atop a steep cliff above the lake Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, a wonderland of 16 interconnecting lakes, flanked by waterfalls Marvel at the impressive Diocletian's Palace, a precious example of Roman architecture in Split Visit Rector's Palace, an outstanding blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture in Dubrovnik Tour the Franciscan Monastery, with its 14th century pharmacy, one of the oldest still-functioning pharmacies in Europe †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    2 Belgrade, 2 Zagreb, 2 Bled, 1 Plitvice Lakes, 1 Split, 2 Dubrovnik

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Belgrade
  • Croatia
  • Dubrovnik
  • Lake Bled
  • Montenegro
  • Split
  • Zagreb

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Belgrade, Dubrovnik-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 10 nights First class accommodations
    • 2 nights Belgrade 2 nights Zagreb 2 nights Bled 1 night Plitvice Lakes 1 night Split 2 nights Dubrovnik Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 16 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of local guides in all major cities Entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Wednesday - Depart for Serbia
Depart for Serbia

DAY 2, Thursday - Arrive in Belgrade
Welcome to Belgrade. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM Overnight: Belgrade Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Friday - Belgrade City Tour
Today's sightseeing of historic Belgrade begins at the Kalemegdan Fortress, dramatically perched above the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Built in stages between the 1st and 18th centuries, this fortress witnessed major defensive battles. View the colorful sur...
DAY 4, Saturday - Sremska Mitrovica, Wine Tasting, Arrive in Zagreb
Depart Belgrade this morning and travel towards Zagreb. Along the way, stop at Sremska Mitrovica, a city steeped in history, known as Sirmium since the 1st century BC. Take an orientation walk of the city located on the bank of the Sava River. Afterward, continue your dr...
DAY 5, Sunday - Zagreb City Tour
Begin the day in busy Capitol Square in Upper Town, and visit the monumental Zagreb Cathedral, with its soaring twin spires. Walk along Kravi Most, to St. Mark's Church with its brightly colored roof and the 17th century Jesuit Church of St. Catherine. After a stop at th...
DAY 6, Monday - Walking Tour of Ljubljana
Cross into Slovenia this morning and travel to its capital city of Ljubljana. On arrival, 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 ol...
DAY 7, Tuesday - Visit Bled Castle
Begin the day with a visit to the imposing 11th century Bled Castle, perched on a steep cliff high above the lake, creating a dramatic backdrop to the city. Stroll through the castle grounds and visit the museum to get an insight into the history of the castle and the su...
DAY 8, Wednesday - Scenic Drive to Plitvice Lakes
Begin the day with a scenic drive towards Plitvice Lakes National Park, a wonderland of 16 interconnecting lakes, flanked by thundering waterfalls and a huge primeval forest. This area, considered a geological and hydrological phenomenon, is inscribed on the UNESCO World...
DAY 9, Thursday - Split City Tour
Depart Plitvice Lakes and drive south to the UNESCO protected seaside town of Split. Upon arrival, a walking tour along the cobbled streets of the Old Town features the historic inner city with its dominating Roman influence, built around the 4th century Palace of Diocle...
DAY 10, Friday - Dubrovnik City Tour
Depart Split and travel south along the Dalmatian coast to the walled city of Dubrovnik. Cross the Pelješac Bridge connecting the region of Southern Dalmatia with the rest of the country's mainland and drive along the Pelješac Peninsula. Stop at the fishing town of Ston ...
DAY 11, Saturday - Full Day in Dubrovnik
A full day at leisure to explore Dubrovnik independently. Perhaps visit the Maritime Museum in St. John's Castle, linger in the historic Old City, or, people-watch at a charming cafe. Alternatively, join the optional full day tour to Montenegro, the "Jewel of the Mediter...
DAY 12, Sunday - Depart Croatia
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Optional Activities
Croatian Countryside with dinner Start your tour in the early afternoon with a scenic drive to Kumrovec, situated on the bank of the river Sutla, along the Croatian-Slovenian border. Kumrovec's fame is that it was the birthplace of the late marshal Tito, the president of former Yugoslavia, whose house has since been turned into a museum. Today, the major attraction of Kumrovec is the Ethnological Museum Staro Selo (Old Village) with very well preserved village houses from the turn of the 19th and the 20th centuries. Up to forty houses and other farmstead facilities have been restored, which makes Staro Selo the most attractive place of this kind in Croatia. Later, follow a winding road through the Zagorje hills. An early dinner of genuine local specialties and wine is served at a charming farm restaurant with magnificent views of the 15th century castle Veliki Tabor. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $67 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 you to the 15th century "Our Lady of the Rocks" Church perched on an islet in the bay. Once there, visit the Roman Catholic Church whose interior is decorated with 68 paintings by Tripo Kokolja, a famous 17th century painter from Perast. Proceed to the charming city of Kotor for a guided walking tour. View the Cathedral of St. Tryphon, Maritime Museum, numerous Palaces and Old Square and get to feel the atmosphere of this unique medieval town. Leisure time to walk the winding cobblestone lanes of the Old City before returning along the Dalmatian Coast to Dubrovnik Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 10 hours. OnDay : 11 Price : $65 Oplenac Complex with Wine Tasting Begin with a drive to the town of Topola, former military base of Karadjordje. Here, visit Oplenac complex to learn about the royal dynasty of Karadjordjevic and the establishment of modern state of Serbia. View the Church of St. George with the royal family mausoleum. Marvel at the church’s splendid interior, covered with 40 million pieces of mosaics and featuring columns made of marble from Carrara in Italy. Conclude the tour at King’s Winery and taste wines from the royal vineyards. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 3 Price : $60 Tour of Radovljica & Gingerbread Museum with dinner This evening visit the medieval town of Radovljica, and take a short walk through its old section. Later, visit the Lect Museum (Gingerbread Museum) and learn about the Slovenian craft of Lectarstvo, the making of "Lect" from gingerbread. Afterward, enjoy a traditional Slovenian dinner with live entertainment. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $75 Lake Bled & Lake Bohinj Bled with its surroundings of natural beauty, is a jewel among the Alpine resorts. Enjoy a scenic ride on a unique small rowing boat called a "Pletna," to the island in the middle of the lake. After disembarking the boat, visit the island's old church housing an impressive art collection. You'll have some free time to enjoy the magnificent views from the island. Later, the boat will bring you back ashore and you will continue by motor coach to another Alpine lake resort – Bohinj, beautifully incorporated amidst the dense woods and spectacular mountains. The journey will take you through some very old typical Slovenian villages with gorgeous landscape. Your excursion will end later in the afternoon. *During winter months operation of this tour is subject to change due to weather conditions. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $54
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