Discover the Adriatic: Croatia & Slovenia with Venice
The Adriatic region: Slovenia & Lake Bled to Croatia’s Split & Plitvice Lakes & more, plus the canals of Venice & Lake Wörth in the Austrian Alps
| Style | Value Vacation Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 24 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted tour involves a significant amount of walking or hiking, often on uneven and sometimes wet terrain. Plitvice Lakes National Park and Postojna Caves also include numerous stairs, requiring a higher level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the trip. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Come encounter the immense breadth of cultural and scenic experiences Europe has to offer the curious traveler on our 10 day adventure to the Adriatic. Three nights in Slovenia. Four nights in Croatia. Plus a night in Venice and a trip to Lake Wörth and Klagenfurt in Austria. You’ll discover incredibly unique cities unlike anywhere else on earth. Just wait until you wander the narrow canals and column fringed plazas of Venice or get lost atop a rocky Adriatic peninsula in Rovinj’s or Split’s Old Town. Then do as the locals do and leave the cities behind for some fresh air and scenic views in Europe’s famed countryside: explore a tiny island in the middle of Slovenia’s Lake Bled, perch on the lookout over Lake Wörth in the Austrian Alps, and hike through the turquoise terraces of Croatia’s Plitvice lakes. And of course, you’ll visit the picture-perfect places that populate the postcards of those ubiquitous souvenir stalls; like Bled Castle, the roman ruins in Croatia’s seaside towns, the extensive Postojna and fairy-tale Vrelo caves, and the churches that preside over the plazas, perch above the panoramas, and nestle down the narrow medieval alleys and speak to the architectural and cultural history of the continent.
And that’s only a handful of the itinerary features that are waiting for you. This is the romance of European travel at its best. Its cities and scenery, castles, coastline and caves, alpine lakes and medieval fortresses, art, architecture and undeniable allure. So buckle your suitcases and dust off your guidebooks. Get your cameras ready and your passports stamped, because this is going to be the trip of a lifetime.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round-trip flights from New York (JFK) or Newark (EWR) on scheduled carriers, including taxes & fees
- All ground transportation and transfers
- 8 nights accommodations in Superior hotels
- 13 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners; Plus truffle and olive oil tastings
- Comprehensive tour program including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking tour director and local guides
Why you'll love it
- Travel like a local through the canals of Venice by vaporetto and explore St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge's Palace and the Rialto Bridge.
- Ride a pletna boat on Slovenia's pristine Lake Bled.
- Visit Klagenfurt and learn how dragon lore inspired the creation of the Lindwurm Fountain.
- See the crystal clear waters of Lake Wörth, a natural wonder that spans over 20 kilometers.
- Explore the majestic Postojna Cave, an underground system of tunnels carved out by the Pivka River.
- Sample Livade's rare and exotic trufflee, an Istrian treasure that takes great skill to unearth.
- Taste olive oil from Vodnjan, considered one of the world’s best.
- Discover the 3000 year old city of Pula, home to one of the world’s largest and best preserved Roman arenas.
- Stroll along Lungomare promenade in Croatia's coastal town of Opatija, once a famous winter resort of the Austrian elite.
- Hike through Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprised of emerald green lakes, raging waterfalls and a labyrinth of evergreen trees.
- Take a walking tour of Split, the largest city on the Adriatic coast and the location of the 4th century Diocletian’s Palace.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA/Overnight Flight
- 2 Venice Mestre, Italy
- 3 Venice, Italy & Bled, Slovenia
- 4 Bled & Bohinj, Slovenia
- 5 Klagenfurt and Lake Wörth, Austria & Bled, Slovenia
- 6 Postojna & Predjama Castle, Slovenia & Rovinj, Croatia
- 7 Rovinj, Croatia
- 8 Opatija, Lake Bajer, & Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
- 9 Plitvice Lakes & Split, Croatia
- 10 Depart Split, Croatia/Arrive USA
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA/Overnight Flight
- Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Venice
Day 2 Venice Mestre, Italy
- Arrive in Venice and be transferred to your hotel in Mestre
- Balance of the day at leisure
Hotel Russott or similar
Day 3 Venice, Italy & Bled, Slovenia
- Enjoy a guided walking tour of the floating city of Venice
- Continue to Bled, Slovenia
Breakfast & dinner
Day 4 Bled & Bohinj, Slovenia
- Enjoy a relaxing boat tour of Lake Bled
- Spend time at leisure to explore the island independently, or simply take in the beautiful scenery
- Visit Bled castle to admire the historic city, lake and surrounding mountains
- Round out the day at picturesque Lake Bohinj
Breakfast
Day 5 Klagenfurt and Lake Wörth, Austria & Bled, Slovenia
- Cross the border to southern Austria
- Visit the charming university town of Klagenfurt
- Enjoy a panoramic tour of Carinthia and Lake Wörth
Breakfast & lunch
Day 6 Postojna & Predjama Castle, Slovenia & Rovinj, Croatia
- Explore the breathtaking Postojna Caves
- Visit the world renowned Predjama Castle
- Cross the border to Croatia and the charming town of Rovinj
Hotel Eden Rovinj or similarBreakfast
Day 7 Rovinj, Croatia
- Enjoy a walking tour through charming Rovinj
- Marvel at the Basilica of St. Euphemia
- Savor delicious Truffle tastings in Livade and Olive Oil tastings in Vodnjan
- Behold timeless Pula and its Roman amphitheater
Hotel Eden Rovinj or similarBreakfast
Day 8 Opatija, Lake Bajer, & Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
- Enjoy a morning at leisure in Opatija
- Explore the Vrelo Cave
Hotel Palcich or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 9 Plitvice Lakes & Split, Croatia
- Hike through Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Take a boat ride across the emerald green Kozjak Lake
- Walk through the old town of Split, and visit Diocletian’s palace
Cornaro Hotel or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 10 Depart Split, Croatia/Arrive USA
- Transfer to the airport to board your return flight to the USA.
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
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