TOUR DETAILS

Day 1: Arrival, Ljubljana

Our agent will welcome you at Jože Pučnik Airport Ljubljana and take you to your hotel for check-in (after 14:00). You will have time for unpacking and lunch and in the afternoon, our tour guide will take you on a panoramic sightseeing tour of Ljubljana, proclaimed by the European institutions the »European Green Capital 2016«. To feel its cosy urban vibe, we will walk through the scenic Old Town and see its main attractions, from Prešeren Square and Tromostovje (Triple Bridge) to Town Square with its baroque fountain and Town Hall. We will walk up the Ljubljana Castle Hill and admire its panoramic view of this lovely city. Overnight stay in Ljubljana.

Day 3: Plitvice Lakes

After breakfast, the road will lead us to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. This natural beauty presents sixteen lakes in beautiful blue-green pastel colours, which reflect the surrounding forests. The water in the waterfalls flows from lake to lake, creating a unique landscape. Plitvice Lakes National Park is listed as one of the natural heritage sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Overnight stay in Plitvice.

Day 4: Dubrovnik

In the morning, we will head towards the coastal town of Neum, where we will pass the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina for 5 km, and then return to Croatia. We will continue on the scenic coastal road along the Pelješac peninsula and pass through the Elaphite Islands to Dubrovnik. In the afternoon, we will explore the city, which is the pearl of southern Dalmatia, an old town listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. We will experience the charm of the remaining buildings from the time of the old Dubrovnik Republic, enjoy the view of the Renaissance architecture with some traces of Gothic, see the Franciscan monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe, the central street Stradun, the Sponza Palace and the church of St. Blasius, a majestic cathedral. Overnight stay in Dubrovnik.

*Optional: ascending to the Fort Imperial (cable car), which offers the most stunning view of Dubrovnik and its surroundings.

Day 5: Montenegro

Our journey will continue to Montenegro through Herceg-Novi, at the bay of Boka Kotorska to Lovćen National Park (Mausoleum of P. Petrović Njegoš, the founder of Montenegro country) and Cetinje (the historical capital of Montenegro). An old panoramic road offers multiple photo stops with amazing views and attractions. There are 461 steps leading to the top of the Mausoleum, which will, in turn, reward you with a striking panorama of Montenegro, stretching across about 60 % of the country’s territory. After the visit, we will continue driving along the coastline to Kotor, feasting our eyes on the marvellous landscape passing by. The Bay of Kotor is also known as “the most southern fjord in Europe”. After quite a fair share of driving planned for this day, we will check-in to our hotel and rest. Overnight stay near Kotor.

Day 6: Kotor, Mostar

In the morning, we will stroll around the medieval fortified town of Kotor and visit the old city centre. The small town boasts 18 churches, a basilica and 2 monasteries. The Venetian influence left its own distinctive mark on the architecture of the old town, which is under the protection of UNESCO. Afterwards, our journey will lead us to Bosnia and Herzegovina, through Trebinje to Mostar (a short city tour) and all the way to Sarajevo. Overnight stay in Sarajevo.

Day 7: Sarajevo

We will visit the heart of the old Sarajevo, see sites such as Baščaršija, Viječnica, the most representative building from the Austro-Hungarian era, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Old Orthodox Church and the Catholic Cathedral. We will also visit the bridge of Gavrilo Princip, where Princip assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand, which triggered the start of the World War I in 1914. In the afternoon, we will visit the underground tunnel under the airport (“tunel spasa”), which was the only way out of besieged Sarajevo during the war in 1991. We will visit the source of the Bosna River, the so-called “vrelo Bosne.” After we return to the city, we will take an elevator and ascend the tallest skyscraper in the Balkans, Avaz, which is 142 m high. Overnight stay in Sarajevo.

Day 8: Split

After breakfast, our journey will lead us to the Adriatic Sea and along its shores to Croatia’s second largest city, Split. We will arrive there in the afternoon and we can first visit the Klis Fortress, where the Game of Thrones was filmed (optional). We will then descend to the ancient amphitheatre ruins in Solin, followed by going on a sightseeing tour of Split to visit Diocletian’s Palace, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. At the beginning of the 3rd century, it was built by the Roman emperor Diocletian, born in the town of Solin near Split. A walk around the 1700-year-old palace is actually a walk through the heart of today’s Split. On the central square called the Peristil, we are actually standing on the original cobbled almost two thousand years old Roman street. We will also see the Temple of Jupiter, Cathedral of Split, St. Domnius Liberty Square or Prokurative and much more. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to explore the city by yourself. Overnight stay in Split.

Day 9: Departure

Check-out, transfer to Split Airport. (*optional)

*For private groups: We can stay one more day in Split and spend it at leisure to relax and enjoy the beauty of Croatian beaches.

PLEASE NOTE:

In the case of unexpected events (traffic conditions, weather conditions or other inconveniences that we cannot influence), we can change the order of trips and sometimes the contents to make the tour as logistically convenient as possible.

What to see in Slovenia

With its breathtaking landscapes, green forests, emerald rivers, deep blue Alpine lakes, exciting mountain tops, scenic historical towns and castles, Slovenia is like a real size postcard! It also boasts three UNESCO World Heritage sites: Škocjan Caves, Idrija and the Ljubljana Marshes, where great mysteries unravel.

What to see in/near Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is an old town listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List with remaining buildings from the time of the old Dubrovnik Republic and Renaissance architecture with traces of Gothic. A must-see are the Franciscan monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe, the central street Stradun, Sponza Palace, Church of St. Blasius, Lovrijenac Fort and the famous Walls of Dubrovnik.

What to see in Montenegro

Absolute must-see in Montenegro are Lovćen National Park with Njegoš Mausoleum, the Bay of Kotor a.k.a. “the most southern fjord in Europe” and Kotor Old City, Cetinje, the ultimate party stop Budva, Ostrog Monastery, Sveti Stefan, Skadar Lake, and most importantly: long, pristine, divine beaches!

What to see in Sarajevo

Sarajevo’s most popular sites are Baščaršija, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Old Orthodox Church and the Catholic Cathedral, Sarajevo City Hall, the bridge of Gavrilo Princip, underground tunnel “tunel spasa”, the source of the Bosna River “Vrelo Bosne and the tallest skyscraper in the Balkans, Avaz Twist Tower.

What to see in/near Split

Split’s main attractions are the famous Diocletian’s Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 and one of the best preserved monuments of the Roman building heritage in the world), Temple of Jupiter, Cathedral of Split, Klis Fortress, Galerija Meštrović, St. Domnius Liberty Square or “Prokurative”, Fruit’s Square and the central square “Peristil”.

What to do in Slovenia

Take time to enjoy a city tour of Ljubljana, discover Slovenia’s natural treasures, listen to our tour guide’s interesting stories about Slovenia’s historical and cultural heritage, taste the local cuisine and exquisite wine, relax or try some exciting activities, such as rafting, kayaking, hiking, biking and SUP-ing.

What to do in/near Dubrovnik

When in Dubrovnik, there are numerous attractions you can discover. If you are interested in historical heritage, you can visit the Museum of Croatian War of Independence or Gornji Ugao Tower. For nature lovers and leisure tourists, you can take a trip to the Island of Lokrum or Korčula Island, Mount Srd or relax on the Sveti Jakov Beach.

What to do in Montenegro

Climbing 461 steps to the top of Njegoš Mausoleum will reward you with a striking panorama stretching across about 60 % of the country’s territory. Aside from impressive natural beauty, Montenegro also offers splendid activities, such as Tara River rafting for adventurers, hiking in Durmitor National Park, skiing in ski resorts, canyoning, boat tours and more.

What to do in Sarajevo

Strolling around Old Town, you can discover cute souvenir and coppersmith’s shops (if there is one thing you can buy, let it be copper dzezva!) and get the chance to taste the national brandy “rakija” and dish “ćevapi”. For a historical reminder, visit the stone plaque marking the spot where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated in 1914, which triggered the World War I.

What to do in/near Split

Split is a 17-centuries-old Croatian town of great history and cultural heritage that you can discover on a sightseeing city tour. You can visit Trogir, a small island near Split (UNESCO World Heritage Site), nearby wineries and vineyards, forests, jogging trails, recreational terrains and beaches with extraordinarily clean sea.