Zagreb – Opatija – Pula – Rovinj-Plitvice Lakes-Sibenik-Split-Trogir-Ston-Dubrovnik

Land only: from $ 1499 USD ( $ 1849 CAD ) Per person in Dbl room land only. 
Single room from $ 1799 USD ( $ 2299 CAD )

STARTING IN ZAGREB : MAR 25, APR 15, MAY 6, 20, JUN 3, SEP 2, 9, 16, 23, SEP 30, 2017

INCLUDED SERVICES:

• Airport  transfers in Zagreb & Dubrovnik
• Transportation by motor-coach/van with A/C ( depending on group size )
• English speaking tour escort  & local guides
• Meals as per itinerary:  B = breakfast , L = lunch , D = dinner, T = tasting       
• Gastronomical experiences  in wineries and local restaurants as per itinerary (Zigante Truffels / Bibich winery /restaurant Tragos / Milos winery)
• Sightseeing & entrance fees as per itinerary
  
  

YOUR HOTELS:

• 1 night at Hotel Dubrovnik or similar in Zagreb
• 2 nights at Remisens Premium Kvarner,  or similar in Opatija
• 1 night at Hotel Degenija or similar in Plitvice region
• 2 nights at Hotel Cornarro or similar in Split
• 2 nights Hotel Valamar Lacroma or similar in Dubrovnik
  

DAY 1 ZAGREB (D)

Arrival in Zagreb and transfer to the hotel. Welcome drink at the Hotel in Zagreb and the first get together of the group. Get to know each other and your tour manager over a plate of Strukli, a local speciality of the Zagreb area.

DAY 2 ZAGREB – OPATIJA (B, D)

Morning walking tour of Zagreb. In the fortified, medieval Upper Town, you will see St. Mark’s church, Parliament, the government palace, and many fine old buildings. After the sightseeing of Zagreb we proceed to Opatija. Situated on Kvarner Bay, Opatija used to be the favorite spa resort of the Habsburgs and European aristocracy. Dinner and overnight .

DAY 3 ISTRIA EXCURSION (B, T)

Today it's time to get to know the Istrian penisula and visit the 2000 year old roman Colosseum located in Pula. Afterwards we will relax in Rovinj, perhaps the most beautiful city in Istria and the inspiration of many artists. Free time in Rovinj and departure towards Livade for a sample of one the Istrian tastiest treasures, the truffle. Ruturn to Opatija for dinner and overnight.

DAY 4 OPATIJA – PLITVICE LAKES (B, D)

The most beautiful and oldest national park in Croatia under UNESCO protection – consisted of 16 lakes connected by waterfalls. The park is located in Lika mountain region and visited mostly on foot – however the entrance includes a boat ride across the Emerald Green Lake “Kozjak” and a train ride back to the main entrance. The visit of the park grounds takes approx. 3 hours. Dinner at the hotel restaurant and overnight in Plitvice area.

DAY 5 PLITVICE LAKES – SIBENIK – SPLIT (B, T)

After breakfast we drive down from the mountain region of Lika via the coast towards the city of Sibenik. The historic town of Sibenik is rich in cultural and historical monuments. The most representative among them is the famous Cathedral of Šibenik (St. Jacobs), one of the most original architectural projects of the late Middle Ages. From Šibenik we continue to the Bibich Winery for a gourmet experience that is more than a simple wine tasting. The winery burnt to the ground during the war is now producing rewarded wines and exporting 80% of their production to USA & Scandinavia. We will taste the dalmatian Debit white wine and Cuvee of Shiraz & Merlot, accompanied with delicious Croatian style Tapas. Departure towards Split for overnight.

DAY 6 SPLIT - TROGIR - SPLIT (B, L)

Split is the handiwork of seventeen centuries of men and women building and remodeling , so that 18th century houses intersect with ancient Roman walls and fourth century chambers house twentieth century apartments. At the core of this sprawling cityscape is the palace the Emperor Diocletian built for his golden years at the turn of the fourth century. Today's lunch will be the traditional Dalmatian dish – Pašticada which we will taste at the Tragos restaurant in Trogir. The town of Trogir, a UNESCO site, has a fascinating 2300 years of continuous urban tradition & rich culture influenced by the Greeks, Romans, and Venetians. Return to Split for overnight.

DAY 7 SPLIT – STON – DUBROVNIK (B, T, D)

On our way to Dubrovnik we will stop in the town of Ston, where we visit the "MILOŠ" winery and taste the famous “Plavac Mali” wine, a very close relative to the Zinfandel. In this winery the traditional wine making business has been passed on for generations. Our visit includes a wine presentation on the wine-making process, wine tasting and a snack. Continue to Dubrovnik for dinner and overnight.

DAY 8 DUBROVNIK (B, D)

Completed in the thirteen century, the old city of Dubrovnik has remained basically unchanged . Its medieval ramparts encircle the city which pedestrians can enter through one of two gates - either way, they cross a stone bridge under the watchful gaze of the city’s patron Saint Blaise (Vlaho), to find themselves joining the promenade down the broad, stone-paved avenue known as Stradun. After the sightseeing free time to explore the city by yourself.

DAY 9 DUBROVNIK ( B )

After Breakfast transfer to the airport . End of tour.

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner