Small Group Gourmet Tour; Dubrovnik to Zagreb via Plitvice and Istria 7nts (Sundays) - CANCELLED

Itinerary and Inclusions:

CANCELLED from 2024
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Embark on a remarkable journey through Croatia, where each bite tells a story of tradition, flavor, and passion. Prepare to be enchanted as we unveil the secrets of the country's rich gastronomic heritage. From the charming streets of Dubrovnik to the vibrant capital city of Zagreb, this gourmet tour will tantalize your taste buds with unforgettable tasting experiences. Join us as we delve into the world of extraordinary flavors and indulge in a gastronomic adventure fit for gourmand enthusiasts.

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Dubrovnik, Ston, Split, Petrcane, Zadar, Biograd, Plitvice Lakes, Opatija, Hum, Motovun, Rovinj, Pekici, Pula and to Zagreb

Hotel List:
Dubrovnik: Hotel Lero 4star or similar
Split: Hotel Corner 4star or similar
Biograd: Hotel Kornati or Ilirija 4star
Opatija: Hotel Bristol 4star or similar
Zagreb: Hotel Astoria 4star or similar

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights Accommodation in 4star hotels
• English-speaking Tour Manager
• Touring in an air-conditioned, modern vehicle

Meals and Food Experiences Included:
• Buffet breakfast daily
• Olive oil tasting with snack in Orašac
• Oyster tasting in Dubrovnik region
• Wine tasting and traditional Peka lunch in region of Zadar
• Maraschino liqueur tasting in Zadar
• Lunch in a traditional restaurant in Plitvice area
• Truffle tasting, oil tasting and traditional lunch in region of Istria
• Farewell dinner in a Zagreb restaurant

Sightseeing Tours Included:
• Guided Walking Tours of Dubrovnik, Split, Zadar, Rovinj, Pula, Zagreb
• Entrance fee and Guided Walking Tour of Plitvice Lakes
• Entrance fees to Franciscan Monastery, Meštrović Gallery, Aura Museum
• Professional English-speaking Local Guide for all City Tours

NOT INCLUDED:
• Optional excursions / entrances
• Meals and drinks not listed
• Tips and gratuities

# Optional Excursions:
• Entrance fee: ~ €pp

ITINERARY:
Arrival in Dubrovnik anytime and transfer to hotel. Check-in to your room from 14.00hrs. Passengers who arrive earlier can leave their bags at Reception until their room is ready. Late arrivals are possible.

DAY 1: DUBROVNIK - Arrival
Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to the tour hotel, rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 2: to Orasac, Ston, then SPLIT (B)
After breakfast in the hotel, a sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide with visit to the Franciscan monastery. Free time and departure to Orašac for the presentation of olive oil production and tasting. Drive to the Pelješac Peninsula and hop on a small motorboat to cruise around the bay of Mali Ston, oyster tasting. Free time in the town of Ston and departure to Split. Overnight in Split.

DAY 3: to Petrcane, Zadar, then BIOGRAD (B,L,D)
After breakfast in the hotel, visit of Meštrović Gallery and sightseeing of town of Split with a local guide. Free time and departure to the Royal vineyards in Petrčane where wine tasting and lunch will be served. Afternoon sightseeing of Zadar with the local guide followed by Maraschino tasting. Free time and departure to the hotel. Dinner at hotel. Overnight in Biograd or Zadar.

DAY 4: to Plitvice Lakes, then OPATIJA (B,L)
After breakfast in the hotel, drive to National Park Plitvice lakes. Visit of the park with the tour leader. Traditional lunch in the local restaurant. Drive to Opatija. Overnight in Opatija.

DAY 5: to Hum, then MOTOVUN (B)
After breakfast in the hotel, drive to Hum. Visit of Hum and Museum Aura. Drive to the surroundings of Motovun for a truffle tasting. Visit Motovun town with some free time, then on to Opatija. Overnight in Opatija.

DAY 6: Rovinj, Pekici, Pula Excursion (B,L)
After breakfast in the hotel, drive to Rovinj. Sightseeing of Rovinj and free time. Drive to a typical village household for traditional lunch. Visit to one of the renowned producers of olive oil and tasting. Afternoon sightseeing of Pula and free time, then return to Opatija. Overnight in Opatija.

DAY 7: to ZAGREB (B,D)
After breakfast in the hotel, drive to Zagreb. Sightseeing tour of Zagreb and visit to local green market. . Dinner in one of the Zagreb restaurants. Departure to the hotel. Overnight in Zagreb.

DAY 8: ZAGREB – Departure (B)
After breakfast in the hotel, transfer to the airport.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
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