Day 1:  Welcome to Zagreb   

Upon arrival, welcomed at the airport and transferred to the city center, the vibrant capital of Croatia, which abounds with chic cafés and metropolitan restaurants, high-end boutiques, and fascinating museums and galleries. Thanks to the compact size of the Old Town, the majority of cultural jewels can be reached on foot. So put on your walking shoes and explore the astonishing buildings and parks that reflect the city's importance in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Lunch in a local restaurant. Overnight and dinner at the hotel in  Zagreb.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2:  Zagreb – Ljubljana – Bled    

After breakfast and check out, we are starting our journey to Slovenia. Our first stop is in Ljubljana, the pocket-sized capital of Slovenia, which boasts a dazzling hilltop castle and the green Ljubljanica River. Lunch in a local restaurant in Ljubljana. After lunch, we continue our road to Bled.  In the foothills of the Julian Alps lies Bled, a fairy-tale place with a cobalt-blue lake boasting an enchanting island and Bled Castle dominating the north shore from the top of a sheer cliff face. This magical mountain setting has access to a range of outdoor activities, which give it all the appeal of a short break in Switzerland. Discover this beautiful alpine resort and take a stroll beside grand villas which dot the rest of the shoreline.  We will also visit the Bled castle. Overnight and dinner at the hotel in Bled.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 3:  Bled– Postojna – Plitvice   

After breakfast, we are heading to Postojna caves. A short drive from Ljubljana, the mysterious Postojna Cave with over 20 km of underground tunnels and chambers awaits you. An underground train will take you on a journey past breathtaking cave formations, unlike anything you have ever seen. The Cave is also home to the endangered Proteus anguinus, a blind salamander known as 'the human fish'. Nearby, lies the majestic medieval fortress of Predjama Castle, which has stood on this site since the early 13th century. Carved into a high cliff, it boasts a number of medieval castles. After lunch, we are heading to Plitvice and check-in at our hotel.  Dinner and overnight in Plitvice.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 4  Plitvice – Split

After breakfast, we are heading to Plitvice lakes, spectacular foaming waterfalls, and 16 turquoise lakes make Plitvice Lakes National Park the most popular national park in Croatia. The UNESCO world heritage site comprises a verdant leafy green maze of paths, woods, and meadows which are home to a number of wildlife species, Lunch at a local restaurant in Plitvice. After lunch, we are heading to the city of Split.  Bustling Split is one of the Mediterranean’s most fascinating cities and the largest ferry port in Dalmatia. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Split.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 5  Split - Dubrovnik

After breakfast, we are heading to Dubrovnik. We'll take a guided tour of the city with a local expert in the morning. Dubrovnik is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The perfectly preserved historic center of this walled city on the Adriatic coastline is the jewel in the crown of Europe's architectural heritage. Our tour includes the Franciscan Monastery that houses Europe's oldest pharmacy; Dubrovnik Cathedral; and Sponza Palace. We also include a cable car trip to a wonderful vista of the city and neighboring islands. The rest of the afternoon is yours to discover the many wonders of Dubrovnik.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 6  Mostar    

After breakfast, we continue our trip to Mostar and enter Bosnia and Herzegovina. Perhaps the most popular image from Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of the famous Mostar Bridge (Stari Most), which was originally built in the 1500s, but is now restored after it was bombed during the Yugoslavian War. After lunch, we will visit the Blagaj spring, The small town called Blagaj. This is the largest karst spring in Europe and it gives rise to the Buna River. Today it is a pilgrimage site as it holds a maqam (a shrine) sacred to the Sufis order around the world. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Mostar.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 7  Mostar – Sarajevo    

After breakfast, heading to the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sarajevo finds itself at the very top of the most affordable European capitals, offering superb quality services for less money. Lunch at a local restaurant.  Traditional restaurants offer excellent Bosnian meals including sarma (cabbage wrapped meat), begova čorba (chicken stew), veal dishes, filled peppers, čevapčiči (minced meat) to name but a few. We will visit Baščaršija, the Tunnel Museum, the National Museum, and the Latin Bridge. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Sarajevo.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 8  Sarajevo – Tunnel of Hope – Zagreb     

After breakfast, head out from Sarajevo we will visit the tunnel of hope. The tour begins with a short ride to the War Tunnel where during the car ride you will be introduced to the origins of the Balkans conflict, for gaining a better understanding of the Aggression of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Sarajevo Siege. At the end, you will have the opportunity to see the Museum part of the Tunnel with interesting exhibits, materials, and photos. Lunch at a local restaurant in Sarajevo.  Overnight and dinner at the hotel in Zagreb.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 9  ZAGREB   After having our breakfast, transfer to the airport for your outbound flight.

Meals: Breakfast 

 

INCLUSIONS

Hotel Accommodation based on 4 *

Fullboard Meals as per itinerary

Professional English Speaking Guide

Entrance Fees of the sites and Museums

Transportations by New Model  Vehicles

Local guides English speaking

All Taxes and Vats

 

EXCLUSIONS

Personel Expenses

Tipping for guide & driver

Drinks at the meals/Minibars of the hotels