Day
1 Vancouver to Zagreb
Day 2 Arrive Zagreb
Embark on an off-the-beaten track discovery of Croatia.
The capital city of Zagreb is your springboard to an enchanting
journey, a land of diverse cultures and traditions. Evening
Welcome Reception and evening orientation drive. hotel
Westin Welcome reception
Day 3 Zagreb Sightseeing – Bled (2 Nights)
Spend the morning exploring Zagreb with a Local Specialist
before travelling through romantic landscapes to the lakeside
resort town of Bled, where we'll stay the next two nights.
Meal(s)Buffet Breakfast Hotel Park
Day 4 Bled Sightseeing
Sail on Lake Bled's crystal-clear waters to Bled Island
to view its Church of the Assumption. Rest of the day
explore on your terms, or join an Optional Experience
to Slovenia's largest glacier lake, ascending Mt. Vogel
by cable car for inspiring views. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast
Day 5 Bled – Ljubljana – Opatija (2 Nights)
We leave the beauty of Bled behind for one of Europe's
smallest capitals. Embark on an orientation tour of Ljubljana
this morning, admiring its Old Town, bridges and Castle.
We continue to the seaside resort of Opatija. Meal(s)
BB
Day 6 Rovinj Excursion and Opatija Free Time
Croatian fishing port of Rovinj is our destination this
morning. 'Dive Into Culture' as we stop to taste the world-famous
and delicious Istrian white truffles. We'll join a Local
Specialist to wander through the old town. We return to
Opatija for free time. See the statuesque nymph and admire
the belle-époque architecture. Savour seaside setting
Mediterranean flavours as you 'Connect With Locals', traditional
Be My Guest dinner with a local family in Opatija. Meal(s)
BB, D
Day 7 Opatija – Plitvice
The extraordinary natural beauty of Plitvice takes centre
stage today as we embark on a guided walking tour. Admire
the cascade of spectacular waterfalls and crystal-clear
waters reflecting green, grey and blue against the lush
landscapes. Enjoy dinner at your hotel against this picture-perfect
backdrop. Meal(s) BB, Dinner
Day 8 Plitvice – Trogir – Split (2 Nights)
Visit the walled island of Trogir. The stone town is connected
to the mainland and the island of Ciovo by bridges. Leave
the coast & journey to Split to join a Local Specialist
for a sightseeing tour, including Diocletian's Palace,
built for the emperor's retirement. Meal(s) BB
Day 9 Split Free Day or Optional Excursion to a Dalmatian
Island
Delve into centuries of heritage on this free day in Split.
Try a full-day Optional Experience to one of the Dalmatian
Islands. Ascend the bell tower for views of terracotta
roofs & white marble façades. Or savour the
city's delicious cafés. Meals BB
Day 10 Split – Ston – Dubrovnik (2 Nights)
Admire the walled city of Ston, with dramatic views &fishing
village atmosphere. Visit Europe's oldest salt pans. We
continue to Dubrovnik, wander through the colourful lanes
or maybe climb the medieval city walls. Meal BB
Day 11 Dubrovnik Sightseeing
Tread in the footsteps of Lord Byron and George Bernard
Shaw. Join Local Specialist, & tour past the Rector's
Palace, Onofrio's Fountain & Franciscan/Dominican
monasteries, before free time. As our journey comes to
an end, join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner.
Meal(s) BB, Farewell Dinner
Day
12 DUBROVNIK - EXCURSION TO MONTENEGRO
Dazzling natural surrounds are ours to enjoy today as
we travel to the Republic of Montenegro, where we will
meet a Local Specialist and head towards the mouth of
the Bay of Kotor. Celebrate centuries of history in the
charming town of Kotor, with its Venetian palaces and
medieval churches. We return to Dubrovnik this evening
and dine tonight at our hotel
Day
13 Depart Dubrovnik
We journey to into Bosnia-Herzegovina and stop at the
magnificent Mostar Bridge. Hear the tales of this impressive
bridge over the Neretva River and the bridge keepers who
watched over it in Medieval times - giving Mostar its
name. The 16th-century bridge, built by Sinan the great
Ottoman architect, was destroyed during the war and has
been rebuilt using age-old traditions. Later, We arrive
in Sarajevo, whose rich religious and multicultural heritage
has earned it the nickname, the Jerusalem of Europe. Its
centuries-old religious history is reflected in its beautiful
synagogues, mosques, and Orthodox and Catholic churches.
Delving
into the depths below Sarajevo, we join a Local Specialist
for an insider tour of the Bosnian war tunnel which allowed
food, war supplies and humanitarian aid to come into the
city, and people to get out. Hear war-time tales of bravery
and tragedy. This evening, join your travel companions
for dinner at your hotel. Meal(s) BB, D
DAY
14 SARAJEVO SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Join a Local Specialist for a guided walking tour of the
city’s old town, past the largest mosque in the
Balkans, the Eternal Flame
and the Sarajevo Roses that are dotted across the city
as a stark reminder of the turmoil Sarajevo endured decades
ago. During your
free time this afternoon perhaps ramble along Copper Street
seeking treasures, or drink from the fountain of Sebilj
to secure your return to Sarajevo. Meal(s): BB
DAY
15 DEPART SARAJEVO
Our time together comes to an end this morning after breakfast.
Transfer to Sarajevo Airport Meal(s): BB
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