Capital & Lakes

Zagreb sunrise view over the towers

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Beginning in Zagreb, this excellent pre cruise land package that lets you experience Croatia’s capital city and cultural heart before taking you towards the coastline. Stop by the UNESCO listed Plitvice Lakes National Park, the oldest and largest national park in the country, and marvel at the exceptional beauty of the turquoise lakes and impressive cascading waterfalls that run through the park. Continue to Split where a guided tour will introduce you to this historic city where your tour will end in time for you to board your cruise.

4 days - from $1,450

The perfect pre-cruise tour from Zagreb to Split!
Visit UNESCO listed Plitvice Lakes National Park
Uncover the heritage of Split at the Diocletian's Palace
Guided tours of Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes & Split

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Day 1 Zagreb
Welcome to Croatia! Your cruise-tour commences with an arrival transfer to Hotel Dubrovnik (4 star) or similar. The remainder of your day is at leisure.

Day 2 Zagreb
On your guided walking tour of Zagreb, discover the historic Upper Town and visit St. Mark's Church, the Cathedral, the Government Palace and Lotršcak Tower.

Day 3 Zagreb - Plitvice - Split
Morning departure towards Croatia’s oldest and most beautiful National Park, Plitvice Lakes, consisting of 16 lakes, connected by a series of waterfalls. Wander through the park and enjoy a boat ride on the emerald green Kozjak Lake. Your tour continues to Split to check in to Hotel President (4 star) or similar.

Day 4 Split
After breakfast and hotel check-out you will discover embark on a morning walking tour to explore the city that has evolved from the ruins of the remarkable Diocletian’s Palace, the retirement home of Dalmatian born Emperor Diocletian. Construction of the palace took place in 295 AD and today it forms much of Split’s Old Town, with many cafes, retailers and residences taking advantage of this sought-after location. Discover the many Romanesque and Gothic structures that lie within the palace walls, including the Peristyle, Temple of Jupiter (now used as a baptistery), and the cathedral - originally the mausoleum of Diocletian. Your package concludes after at the close of your sightseeing tour.