Adriatic Pearls 2025

Welcome to the ‘Queen of the Adriatic’, the mesmerising Venice! Arrival to airport, then transfer to the hotel. Meet with your tour director to get all the information about the tour.

After breakfast you will take a guided tour of the enchanted city. Cruise with the taxi boat will offer the first view of the ‘City of Canals’. Your tour will take you to St Mark’s Square with the beautiful Basilica of St Mark; the always interesting astrological clock and bell tower Campanile; Bridge of Sighs; and the most important bridge, Rialto. Free afternoon to enjoy the city on your own. Later in the evening transfer to hotel and overnight. (B)

Optional: Gondola ride through Venice canals

Continue your journey to Slovenia. You will visit Piran, a lovely Slovenian old town on the seaside. The colourful city centre with an interesting history, Piran is the pearl of Slovenian coast; and reminds you a lot of Venice, since it belonged to the Venetian Republic for many years. You tour will include sightseeing of the most important attractions including Square Tartini, St George Church, and the glorious city wall. Continue to Koper, the capital of the Slovenian seaside that once used to be an island. After a guided walk through the town, you will have lunch and some free time. In the late afternoon, arrival to Opatija, a small metropolitan resort on the Croatian coast where you will enjoy the evening in the coastal atmosphere. (B, L)

Istria is the largest peninsula in the Adriatic. The peninsula is located at the head of the Adriatic between the Gulf of Trieste and Kvarner Bay, and it is shared by three countries: Croatia, Slovenia and Italy. Rovinj is one of the most popular and most developed tourist resorts in Croatia. The old town is built on the island, and it is one of the most picturesque and romantic towns in the Mediterranean. To feel the true Istrian spirit, visit one of Istrian agrotourism farms for a local tasting. Continue to Poreč, one of most popular holiday destinations in Istria. A stroll through town and its narrow streets will mesmerise you. In the afternoon, return to the hotel in Opatija and enjoy free time by the sea. (B, T)

Say goodbye to the seaside for a little while and head on to discover the hinterland of Croatia. You will visit one of the most beautiful sites of nature in all of Europe. Plitvice Lakes National Park comprises of 16 terrace lakes, all interconnected by waterfalls and kilometres of wooden bridges and forest paths. This amazing part of Croatia is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In the afternoon, free time to enjoy the pristine nature. Overnight in Plitvice area (Korenica or Slunj), dinner at the hotel. (B, D)

Travel to Zadar this morning and start with a short city tour among ancient and early Christian monuments. Zadar was once an important city of the first Croatian Kingdom and today is the administrative and cultural capital of Northern Dalmatia. The antique Forum, the old Church of St Donatus, the Cathedral of St Anastasia and many others will leave an impression on you. You will also visit one of the most important attractions from yourbucket list - the Sea Organ, an experimental instrument that plays music by the way of sea waves. In the afternoon drive to Split, with a stop in Trogir, an antique town full of magical palaces. Free time and overnight in Split. (B, L)

Split is the capital city of Dalmatia and both the administrative and cultural capital. The old town centre with its Roman Diocletian Palace is part of UNESCO World Heritage and is the most compelling ancient Roman monument in Croatia. Start your day with exploring the city centre with a city tour that will take you to Diocletian Palace, St Domnius Cathedral, The Golden Gate and to the famous seaside promenade, Split Riva. Afternoon is free, overnight in Split. (B)

Travel to Dubrovnik, a unique jewel of the Adriatic Coast and one of the most iconic cities in the world. The city-state of Dubrovnik (Dubrovnik Republic) was one of the most important merchant towns in the entire Adriatic region. Walk along the medieval walls that surround the old town centre and discover its ancient secrets. Passing ‘Pile Gate’, Franciscan Monastery, visiting Rector’s Palace, and discovering the magnificent city walls will amaze you. The afternoon is free for exploring the city on your own or join an optional tour to the Island of Lokrum, famous for its Fort Royale, Botanical Garden and monastery. (B)

Free time to enjoy Dubrovnik on your own. Take a boat trip to Elaphiti Islands or just wander the medieval streets and travel back in time. In the evening join your group for a Farewell Dinner where you will talk about most memorable moments of the tour and plan for new ones. (B, D)

Breakfast at the hotel and free time until your departure transfer to Dubrovnik Airport. (B)