Escorted Tour of Northern Croatia & Slovenia; Split to Zagreb 7nts (Mondays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open-age Escorted Coach Tour conducted in English. Double bed or twin bed rooms available. Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use.

Fabulous tour, showcasing the north of Croatia and the best of Slovenia, finishing up in Zagreb for easy onwards connections.

Combine with a Dubrovnik to Split cruise beforehand, and see the best of everything!
https://discovercroatia.com.au/cruises/one-way/?departs=Dubrovnik

Same tour, opposite direction:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/149/escorted-tour-croatia-slovenia-zagreb-split-7nts/

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Split, Trogir, Plitvice Lakes, Opatija, Postojna Cave, Lake Bled, Ljubljana and to Zagreb

INCLUDED:
• Shared Airport transfers on the first and last day of the tour
• 7 nights Accommodation in 3 and 4 star Hotels
• Air-conditioned motor-coach transport
• Experienced English-speaking Tour Leader
• Hotel taxes
• Luggage handling (1piece/pp)

Meals Included:
• 7 hotel breakfasts
• 4 hotel dinners

Sightseeing and Tours Included:
• Split
• Plitvice Lakes
• Postojna Cave
• Bled
• Ljubljana
• Zagreb
• Entrances included: Diocletian's Palace Split, Plitvice Lakes, Postojna Cave
• Whisper technology enhanced touring (headsets)

Hotel List:
• Split - Hotel Corner 4star or similar
• Plitvice - Hotel Jezero 3star or similar
• Bled - Hotel Kompas 4star or similar
• Zagreb - Hotel Westin 4star or similar

NOT INCLUDED:
• Tips/gratuities
• Meals not listed on the itinerary
• Entrances not listed
• Transfers to/from accommodation

ITINERARY:
Check-in to your room from 14.00hrs. Passengers who arrive earlier can leave their bags at Reception until their room is ready. Dinner and first overnight in hotel, so late arrivals are possible.

Day 1: SPLIT - Arrival. (D)
If you are arriving to the Airport today, we'll pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Dinner is included at your hotel this evening. Overnight in Split.
# Included: Dinner at hotel ~19.00hrs
# Included: Shared transfer from Split Airport (must be booked in advance)

Day 2: in SPLIT (B)
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then 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 at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split, or visit nearby Hvar or Brac islands. Evening at leisure to enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight in Split.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Split and entrance to Diocletian's Palace

Day 3: to Trogir, then to PLITVICE LAKES (B, D)
Departing Split this morning, we head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities in Croatia. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Then, we head inland and travel to spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. Have your camera ready as you 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. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Plitvice.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Plitvice Lakes including entrance fee

Day 4: to Opatija, Postojna and then to BLED (Slovenia) (B, D)
Heading back towards the coast, we travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. After some free time, journey continue north and into Slovenia. First up, a stop at Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Bled.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Entrance to Postojna Cave

Day 5: in BLED (B)
An Alpine Lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travelers in the middle of the 19th 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 lake shore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take a 'pletna' boat ride and visit the small island in the middle of the lake, browse through the shops and boutiques, or relax and enjoy the enchanting scenery. Evening at leisure to enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight in Bled.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Tour of Bled

Day 6: to Ljubljana, then to ZAGREB (B, D)
Leave the mountains and head to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. 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. Then, continue to Zagreb, Croatia’s capital. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Zagreb.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Ljubljana

Day 7: in ZAGREB (B)
This morning, 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 perhaps a visit to see the countryside. Evening at leisure to enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight in Zagreb.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Zagreb

Day 8: ZAGREB - Departure (B)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. (B)
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Shared transfer to Zagreb Airport (must be booked in advance)

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
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