With this 12-day escorted package, you can visit all of Bosnia, Croatia and Slovenia, its capital cities and numerous stops in between. Begin in Sarajova, the capital of Bosnia and center of cultural activity, to experience the hustle and bustle of this timeless city. Next, you will visit some of the oldest historical sites in Old Dubrovnik and Split, including the Pharmacy of Franciscan Monastery, the Roman Emperor Dicletian's Palace and Jupiter's Temple. Bosnia has many cultural and historical remnants, but is also blessed with such natural wonders like the Plitvice Lakes National Park, beautiful bay of Kvarner, large caves, Julian Alps and cliff-perched towns for your viewing pleasure. You will then visit the capitals of Slovenia and Croatia, Ljubljana and Zagreb to admire Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture in our city tours. At Zagreb, you will also have the option to take a countryside excursion. This vacation will offer you countless new experiences and cultures in the space of eleven nights.
Package Includes
Airport to hotel transfer in SarajevoTouring by modern air-conditioned motor coachProfessional tour director throughout10-night accommodations at standard class hotelsSeventeen meals as noted in itinerary (B-breakfast) or (D-dinner)Luggage handling in hotels (1 piece per person)Hotel to airport transfer in ZagrebHotel taxes and service chargesVacation Package Itinerary
Day 1 (Thursday) Arrival Sarajevo
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The day is at leisure until a welcome dinner.Two night stay in Sarajevo(D)Day 2 (Friday): Sarajevo
Sarajevo, capital of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has been influenced by a number of cultures and civilizations. On your city tour, visit the picturesque Turkish bazaar "Bas Carsija", the Husref Bay's Mosque, Olympic Stadium and Sarajevo War Tunnel Museum. Afternoon is free.(B)Day 3 (Saturday): Sarajevo to Dubrovnik
A drive through the marvelous gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar. Here, see the remains of the Turkish quarter and the reconstruction efforts on the 16th century stone bridge. Dinner and overnight in Dubrovnik.Two night stay in Dubrovnik(B,D)Day 4 (Sunday): Dubrovnik
There is a walking tour of "Old Dubrovnik" this morning; the Rector's Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column and the Sponza Palace. You will also see the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure.(B)Day 5 (Monday):Dubrovnik to Split
Depart Dubrovnik and travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral.One night stay in Split(B,D)Day 6 (Tuesday): Trogir and Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather to study and paint here. Then, turn inland and travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Upon arrival, have your camera ready and take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation.One night stay in Plitvice(B,D)Day 7 (Wednesday): Opatija, Postojna and Bled
Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. After some free time, journey north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterwards, continue to Bled, beautifully set amidst the Julian Alps.Two nights stay in Bled(B,D)Day 8 (Thursday): Bled
A sightseeing tour of Bled features the charming town with the lakeshore, and imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure for optional activities, such as visiting the small island in the middle of the lake.(B)Day 9 (Friday): Bled to Ljubljana and Zagreb
Start your day with a walking tour of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Visit the most significant sights of the old city centre: the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both designed by famous architect Joze Plecnik, Baroque Town Hall and Robba's Fountain. Then, continue to Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia.Two night stay in Zagreb(B,D)Day 10 (Saturday): Zagreb
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark's Church, St. Catherine's Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the 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 the countryside.(B)Day 11 (Sunday): Zagreb
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.(B)