Trafalgar : Best of Croatia and Slovenia - Tour from Zagreb to Dubrovnik

Best of Croatia and Slovenia

11 Day Croatia and Slovenia Tour from Zagreb to Dubrovnik

Don’t miss a thing on this epic Croatia and Slovenia trip where the travel highlight is a heart-warming visit with Monika and Gregor on their ecological farm near Lake Bled. Along with all the main sights, you’ll soak up the sun-kissed village atmosphere on the sparkling Adriatic.

Travel highlights :

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Optional Experiences and free time

Book with Confidence

• FREE 3 day booking hold
• FREE cancellation within 30 days*
• FREE booking changes*
• From £100 risk-free deposit*

About this trip : 

• 10 Nights Accommodation
• 14 Meals : 1 Be My Guest, 1 Dinner, 1 Farewell Dinner, 1 Welcome Reception, 10 Breakfasts
• Transport : All transport shown. VIP private door-to-door UK airport transfers included. *This service is excluded from UK-based trips.

The Trafalgar difference : 

CONNECT WITH LOCALS

• On their fifth-generation-owned family farm in Bled, you'll enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest dinner and guided walk around the farm with Monika, Gregor, their children and the resident farm animals.

DIVE INTO CULTURE

• In Ston, visit the salt pans that back to the 2nd century BC and are surrounded by expansive fortifications still intact to this day.
• See the ancient fortress built in Split as a retirement residence for Roman Emperor Diocletian in the 4th century.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER

• Admire the irresistible beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO-listed protected area and home to bears, wolves and many rare bird species.

Sightseeing : 

• Explore Zagreb, Pula, Rovinj, Plitvice National Park, Trogir, Split and Dubrovnik with a Local Specialist
• Discover Ljubljana, Bled, Opatija and Ston
• Visit the Church of Assumption on Bled Island, the arena in Pula, Diocletian's Palace in Split and the salt pans in Ston
• View the Park of Sv. Jakov in Opatija
• See Zagreb's Ban Jelačić Square, the Triple Bridge and Castle of Ljubljana and the Old City of Dubrovnik
• Scenic Cruise to Bled Island

Day 1 / Arrive Zagreb

Embark on an off-the-beaten track discovery of Croatia. The capital city of Zagreb is your springboard to an enchanting journey through what was once a troubled region and is today a land of diverse cultures and traditions. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a Welcome Reception and evening orientation drive.

Day 2 / 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 for the next two nights.

Day 3 / Bled Orientation and Free Time

Enjoy an orientation tour this morning to connect with this enchanting setting. Spend the rest of the day exploring on your terms, or consider joining an Optional Experience to discover more of Slovenia's majestic scenery. This evening, savour local Slovenian flavours as you 'Connect With Locals' at a traditional 'Be My Guest' dinner with a local family.

Day 4 / 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 historic coastal town of Opatija.

Day 5 / Pula and Rovinj Excursion and Opatija Free Time

Start your day in the coastal city of Pula on Croatia's Istrian Peninsula. Visit Pula's 1st-century arena with your 'Local Specialist', and learn about the city's role throughout history as a strategic location, from the Romans, Ostrogoths and Venetians, to the Allied Forces in World War II, before heading to the fishing port of Rovinj. Wander through the Old Town and witness its Mediterranean influences. Return to Opatija for some free time. See the statuesque nymph, her hand outstretched to cradle a seagull as a symbol of this region, and admire the belle-époque architecture.

Day 6 / Opatija – Plitvice

The extraordinary natural beauty of Plitvice takes centre stage today as we embark on a guided walking tour of the National Park. Admire the vista of spectacular waterfalls set in a magical landscape as you explore the park's natural surrounds. The breathtaking scenery will be sure to remain with you long after you leave. Tonight, enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Day 7 / Plitvice – Trogir – Split (2 Nights)

Today, we visit the walled island of Trogir with a 'Local Specialist'. The stone town is connected to the mainland and the island of ÄŒiovo by bridges and will delight lovers of art, and Renaissance, Baroque and Romanesque architecture. We continue our journey to Split, where we'll join a 'Local Specialist' for a sightseeing tour, which includes entry into Diocletian's Palace, built for the emperor's retirement. Spend the evening on your own, or join an Optional Experience to enjoy traditional Dalmatian flavours.

Day 8 / Split Free Day or Optional Excursion to a Dalmatian Island

Delve into centuries of heritage on this free day in Split. Ascend the bell tower for magnificent views of the sprawling terracotta roofs and white marble façades that edge onto the Adriatic. Perhaps savour the city's delicious gastronomy at cafés tucked away in hidden lanes. Alternatively, consider a full-day Optional Experience to one of the Dalmatian islands.

Day 9 / Split – Ston – Dubrovnik (2 Nights)

The terracotta rooftops of Dubrovnik beckon, but not before we stop to admire the extraordinary walled city of Ston, with its dramatic views and laid-back fishing village atmosphere. 'Dive Into Culture' and visit Europe's oldest salt pans where you'll hear how salt has been harvested here since ancient times. We continue to Dubrovnik this evening.

Day 10 / Dubrovnik Sightseeing

Tread in the footsteps of Lord Byron and George Bernard Shaw, who were intoxicated by the allure of Dubrovnik. With your 'Local Specialist', you'll embark on a sightseeing tour past the Rector's Palace, Onofrio's Fountain and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries, before spending time on your own. This evening, join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner and reminisce over an unforgettable journey.

Day 11 / Depart Dubrovnik

Our time together comes to an end this morning after breakfast. Transfers are available to Dubrovnik Airport.

Prices listed are per person in Great British Pound, based on twin occupancy, rates for single occupancy may differ, Rates offered are including all discounts unless otherwise stated. All bookings are subject to availability. Other travel periods may be available. Some block out dates may apply. Rates may alter depending upon the dates requested and surcharges if applicable. Final booking confirmation only provided once payment has been processed. Contact our travel team for more details. Our Holiday Centre reserves the right to withdraw this promotion without notice at any time. Flights are not included. Pricing correct as at 4th Jan 2022