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Ljubljana - Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes NP - Opatija - Rovinj - Poreč - Opatija - Predjama - Postojna Cave - Bohinj - Bled - Bohinj - Ljubljana

Enjoy some of the best of Slovenia and Croatia. Visit the magical underworld in Postojna, admire emerald Lake Bled and Plitvice Lakes National Park, and taste the local flavours of Istria.

Code: P3

Day by day Itinerary

Day 1
Ljubljana

Welcome to Slovenia and its beloved capital! Transfer from Ljubljana Airport to your tour hotel. Meet with your Tour Director and get to know the details of your tour. Free time and overnight in Ljubljana.

Day 2
Ljubljana

Start your day with a visit of colourful capital, Ljubljana. Your guide will take you around and show you the most important attractions, such as Prešeren Square, Triple Bridge, Fish Market, Town Hall and many others. To wrap up the whole Ljubljana story, you will also take funicular up to the castle hill, to learn more about Ljubljana and Slovenian history and of course to admire the amazing views from the top. Afternoon will be free at leisure to enjoy the city on your own. (B)

Optional: Slovenian folklore dinner

Day 3
Ljubljana - Zagreb

Say goodbye to stunning Slovenia and drive to Croatia. Walking tour of its historical capital of Zagreb composed of ‘Gornji Grad’ and ‘Kaptol’, will show medieval urban complex of churches, palaces, museums, galleries and government buildings, popular sightseeing spots of the city. Free afternoon to enjoy and further discover the city on your own. (B)

Day 4
Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes - Opatija

One of the most photogenic national parks is waiting for you! Plitvice Lakes National Park will absolutely take your breath away. With its exceptional natural beauty, this area has always attracted nature lovers, and on 08 April 1949, it was proclaimed Croatia’s first national park. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is considered one of the most spectacular natural phenomena with 16 emerald-turquoise lakes that are connected to each other by a fabulous system of waterfalls. After lunch, the scenic road will take you to the blue Adriatic coastline. You will overnight in Opatija, the “dame” of coastal Croatia. It emerged as a holiday resort for the elite in the 19th century hosting eminent guests such as Emperor Franc Josef I, Empress Maria Anna and many others. (B, L)

Day 5
Opatija - Rovinj - Poreč - Opatija

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 agritourism farms for 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)

Day 6
Opatija - Predjama - Postojna - Bohinj/Bled

Saying goodbye to seaside, your adventure will continue to the underworld, more exactly Karst underworld. Your first stop is Predjama, an amazing Renaissance fortress, built within a cave, not the kind of castle you are familiar with. The Guinness book of records listed it as the biggest castle ever built inside a rock. It will definitely leave you speechless. Enter the queen of caves, Postojna, the only cave in the world with a train in it. The cave offers a unique experience of the underworld. Lunch and in the afternoon continue to the Julian Alps region and enjoy your free time in the pristine nature of Bohinj or Bled. (B, L)

Day 7
Bohinj/Bled - Bled - Bohinj - Bohinj/Bled

Time for an Alpine fairy tale! With immense natural beauty, Bled, together with its surroundings and its magnificent lake with an island, ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts of the world. The amazing castle on the cliff offers stunning views of the region, while an island in the middle of the lake can be visited with a traditional boat called ‘Pletna’. After lunch, continue to the largest alpine lake in Slovenia, Lake Bohinj. You will take a funicular to Mt Vogel top where your breath will be taken away by unforgettable views of Triglav National Park. Some free time to admire its natural beauty and relax on the lake shore. In the evening join the group for a Farewell Dinner where you will talk about most memorable moments of the tour and plan for new ones. Overnight in Bohinj or Bled. (B, L, D)

Day 8
Bohinj/Bled - Ljubljana

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

Inclusions

  • Airport transfers Day 1 & 8
  • 7 Nights in 4* hotels
  • 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches (B, L)
  • 1 Farewell Dinner (D)
  • Tasting of local products in Istria (T)
  • Tour Director
  • A/C vehicle
  • Hotel taxes

Sightseeing

  • Ljubljana
  • Zagreb
  • Plitvice Lakes
  • Rovinj
  • Bled
  • Bohinj

Entrance

  • Ljubljana - Funicular, Castle
  • Plitvice Lakes - National Park
  • Predjama - Castle
  • Postojna - Cave
  • Bled - Castle
  • Bohinj - Cable Car

Exclusions

Optional Supplement

  • Hotel Dinners $535 per person

Pricing and Accommodation

Start DateEnd Date
TwinSingle
Thu 08 May 25Thu 15 May 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 22 May 25Thu 29 May 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 12 Jun 25Thu 19 Jun 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 26 Jun 25Thu 03 Jul 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 10 Jul 25Thu 17 Jul 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 24 Jul 25Thu 31 Jul 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 14 Aug 25Thu 21 Aug 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 28 Aug 25Thu 04 Sep 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 11 Sep 25Thu 18 Sep 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 25 Sep 25Thu 02 Oct 25
$3,922$5,005
Thu 16 Oct 25Thu 23 Oct 25
$3,700$4,783
Thu 13 Nov 25Thu 20 Nov 25
$3,348$4,431
Thu 11 Dec 25Thu 18 Dec 25
$3,700$4,783
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