Day 1, Saturday

Croatia, Zagreb - Arrival Day

On arrival at ZAG airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is free. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at Welcome reception at your hotel.

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Day 2, Sunday

Zagreb

This morning you will enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to see the countryside. (B)

 

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Day 3, Monday

Slovenia: Ljubljana - Bled

Today we head to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. You will see the most significant sights of the old city center on a walking tour. Highlights include the picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba's Fountain. We continue to Bled. (B, D)

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Day 4, Tuesday

Bled

An Alpine Lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travelers in the middle of the 19^th century. Since then, a small town of hotels, villas, and restaurants has developed around the lake, turning Bled into a lively, all-seasons resort. A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the lakeshore, and views of the imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion visiting the small island in the middle of the lake, browse through the shops and boutiques, or simply relax and enjoy the enchanting scenery. (B)

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Day 5, Wednesday

Postojna - return to Croatia: Opatija - Plitvice

Our journey continues to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward we continue to the coast and stop in Opatija. Enjoy the walking tour of this fashionable resort in the 19th century, dotted with Habsburg era villas. After some free time, continue towards Plitvice Lakes. (B, D)

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Day 6, Thursday

Plitvice Lakes - Split

After breakfast have your camera ready as you will take a walking tour around the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. After the tour, head to Split. Overnight in Split. (B, D)

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Day 7, Friday

Split

In the morning, you will enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then you will 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 at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split or enjoy the beach. (B)

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Day 8, Saturday

Split - Dubrovnik

After breakfast, our journey takes us to Dubrovnik. Take the rest of the afternoon at leisure. (B, D)

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Day 9, Sunday

Dubrovnik

After breakfast, you will have walking tour of Old Dubrovnik visit the Rector's Palace, and see the Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery, and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is free or join us for an Optional dinner excursion. (B)

 

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Day 10, Monday

Montenegro: Tivat

After breakfast we leave Dubrovnik and head towards Montenegro, viewing Kotor Bay, the only South European fiord and tour of old town Kotor, a UNESCO Heritage Site. Continue to Tivat for an overnight. (B, D)

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Day 11, Tuesday

Montenegro

Our exploration of Montenegro continues by a scenic drive along along the Lovcen serpentines, to the heart of Montenegro, with the panoramic view of Boka Kotorska bay, from the height of over 3,000 ft. above the sea level. We continue to the old royal capital, Cetinje. There is a visit to the home/museum of the king Nikola, Cetinje monastery with two precious relic “hand of St. John Baptist” and “fragment of the holy cross”. Leaving Cetinje, on the way back to the hotel, you will again enjoy a colorful sea-side scenery of the Montenegro coast. Overnight. (B)

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Day 12, Wednesday

Albania: Shkodra - Tirana

After breakfast we leave Tivat and drive via Budva and Bar towards town of Shkodra, nowadays a major Albanian cultural center. Shkodra was the center of the Illyrian tribe Labeat and was taken by the Romans in the year 168 B.C. We will see the Rozafa Castle, magnificently situated on a rocky outcrop of limestone high above the city. Continue drive to Tirana. (B, D)

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Day 13, Thursday

Tirana

On a Morning sightseeing tour, see Sheshi Skenderbej (Skanderbeg Square) the Mosque of Ethem Bey, the Clock Tower, and the statue of G.K.  Skanderbeg, Albania’s national hero; the Palace of Culture, built with Soviet assistance, and the National History Museum with a mosaic on its façade portraying Albanian history.  Your afternoon is free to continue exploring on your own, shop, or simply just relax. (B)

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Day 14, Friday

Depart Tirana

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Tirana airport. (B)

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Services Included:

• Arrival transfer Zagreb airport to the hotel on day 1
• Departure transfer hotel to Tirana airport on day 14
• 13 nights accommodation in First class hotels
• Meals: Daily Breakfast, 6 dinners included
• Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Professional Tour Director throughout
• Licensed local guides
• Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
• Whisper technology enhanced touring
• Service charges and hotel taxes
• Admissions indicated in BOLD letters

 

Services Not Included:

• Airfare & Departure taxes
• Tips to guide/driver & hotel staff
• Travel Insurance
• Personal extras and meals not mentioned above

 

NOTE: Because of the narrow and cobbled streets, walking is the primary way of getting around. Please make sure you pack comfortable walking shoes.