A Winter's Tale Extended (Ljubljana - Zagreb)

DAY 1 Ljubljana
Welcome to Ljubljana, the bustling capital city of Slovenia. On arrival at Ljubljana airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to spend at your own leisure. This evening, meet
your guide and join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.

Stay at: uHotel Ljubljana (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Dinner

DAY 2 Ljubljana - Bled - Ljubljana
This morning, explore the medieval city of Ljubljana on a walking tour. Stroll through the open-air riverside Central Market before crossing the old 19th century Three Bridges that extends over the Ljubljanica river. Afterwards, stop by the Baroque Town Hall and see the Robba's Fountain. Next, travel to Bled where you will explore the charming town and witness the stunning Lake Bled. Visits the imposing Bled Castle which is perched on a cliff high above the lake. The remainder of the day is free to spend at your own leisure before returning to Ljubljana for the night.

Stay at: uHotel Ljubljana (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3 Ljubljana - Postojna - Rijeka
After breakfast and some free time in Ljubljana, the journey continues deep into the Karst region to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Venture through this cavernous subterranean world by miniature electric train and on foot. Afterwards, continue along the Adriatic coast to Rijeka, a northern port city in Croatia, and take part in a small orientation tour. Walk along the Korzo, the main street of the city, and witness many of the city’s highlights including the yellow City Tower, the Rijeka Resolution Square, the Kobler Square, the Roman Old Gateway, and the gothic St. Vitus’ Cathedral.

Stay at: Hotel Bonavia (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 4 Rijeka - Zadar - Sibenik
Depart in the morning and travel to Zadar. Begin exploring Zadar’s historical centre and admire the old Venetian walls and Port Gate built in the 16th century. See the public Square of the Five Wells, the Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest Cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. If there is a breeze, enjoy the sounds that are being produced by the Sea Organ. This architectural art installation creates music by catching the sounds of waves entering and escaping the hollow organ pipes. Later, continue to Sibenik, a city of rich cultural heritage known as a gateway to the Kornati Islands.

Stay at: Bellevue Hotel (4 star) or Panorama Hotel (3 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 5 Sibenik - Dubrovnik
Embark on a walking tour of Sibenik and visit one of the most beautiful and most important Renaissance Cathedrals of the Adriatic, The Cathedral of St James. This cathedral served as a backdrop in a scene of the popular series Game of Thrones. This afternoon, continue towards Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. Dubrovnik also served as the main filming location for King’s Landing, a fictional city in Game of Thrones.

Stay at: City Hotel Dubrovnik (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 6 Dubrovnik
After breakfast, walk through the old town of Dubrovnik and start by visiting the Rector's Palace, a gothic building that is now used a museum to provide insight into the history of the city. Along the way, see the Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery, and the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest pharmacies in the world founded in 1317. The rest of the day is free to enjoy at your own leisure.

Stay at: City Hotel Dubrovnik (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 7 Dubrovnik - Mostar - Split
Today, cross the border of Bosnia and Herzegovina and travel to Mostar, the city where east and west meet. Visit the beautiful “Old Bridge" (Stari Most), a UNESCO World Heritage Site built alongside the Neretva River that serves as the heart and symbol of the city. Enter a 16th century old Turkish house and witness the iconic mosque. This afternoon, depart Mostar and drive to Split to stay for the night.

Stay at: Hotel Corner (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 8 Split
This morning, enter the ancient Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site that forms approximately half of the old town of Split. See the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The rest of the day is free to spend at your own leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split.

Stay at: Hotel Corner (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner

DAY 9 Split - Plitvice Lakes - Zagreb
After breakfast, take a short detour to Plitvice Lakes National Park*. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by thick wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Afterwards, continue to Zagreb and stay for the night.

Stay at: The Westin (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 10 Zagreb
Begin the day with a city tour of Croatia's capital featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Croatian Parliament Palace, and the Presidential Palace. The rest of the day is free to enjoy at your own leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town.

Stay at: The Westin (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 11 Zagreb
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Zagreb airport for your departure flight.

Meals included: Breakfast