Dalmatia & Slovenia Explorer 2025

DAY 1 Zagreb
Welcome to Zagreb! Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to discover Croatia’s capital city before joining your fellow travellers for a welcome meeting.

Stay at: Hotel Westin (5 star) or similar

DAY 2 Zagreb
After breakfast, join a morning sightseeing tour that will take you through the highlights of the historic Upper Town of Zagreb including St. Mark’s Church, St Catherine's Church, the Croatian Parliament, and the Government Palace. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore the Capital further or take an optional excursion to the countryside.

Stay at: Hotel Westin (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3 Zagreb - Ljubljana - Bled
Depart Zagreb and make your way to Ljubljana where you will explore Slovenia's medieval capital on a walking tour. Stroll through the open-air riverside Central Market before crossing the old 19th century Three Bridges that extends over the Ljubljanica river. Afterwards, stop by the Baroque Town Hall and see the Robba's Fountain. Continue your journey to Bled where you will spend the next 2 nights.

Stay at: Kompas Hotel (4 star), Bled Rose Hotel (4 Star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 4 Bled
Today, explore the charming town of Bled on a sightseeing tour. Witness the stunning Lake Bled and visit the imposing Bled Castle which is perched on a cliff high above the lake. The remainder of the day is free to spend at your own leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion to visit the small island in the middle of the lake by pletna boat ride or relax and browse through Bled's local shops and boutiques, taking in the enchanting scenery.

Stay at: Kompas Hotel (4 star), Bled Rose Hotel (4 Star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 5 Bled - Postojna - Opatija - Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, the journey continues deep into the Karst region to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Venture through this cavernous subterranean world by miniature electric train and on foot. Afterward, continue to the coast, for a stop in Opatija. Enjoy a short walking tour of this vintage resort town, dotted with 19th century Habsburg era villas. After some free time, continue towards Plitvice Lakes.

Stay at: Hotel Jezero (3 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 6 Plitvice Lakes - Split
Journey south for a visit to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with its 16 terraced lakes surrounded by forested mountains and lush vegetation. A walking tour takes you around several of the lower lakes. After the tour, you will be transferred to Split where you will spend the night.

Stay at: Hotel Corner (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 7 Split
In the morning, embark on a guided walking tour to discover this 1,700 year old World Heritage listed city and its famous Diocletian’s Palace. You will see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The remainder of the day is free at leisure to explore the beautiful streets of Split or walk up Marjan Hill for views over the city and harbour.

Stay at: Hotel Corner (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 8 Split - Dubrovnik
Today you will be taken to Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. When you have arrived, the remainder of the day is free to explore. Take the bus to the Old Town and perhaps walk the fortified walls or get lost in the streets within.

Stay at: City Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 9 Dubrovnik
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Dubrovnik port where embarkation begins at 14.00hrs. You will have time to further explore Dubrovnik, perhaps enjoy the local beaches of Lapad before settling into your cabin and meeting your Cruise Manager, crew and fellow travellers at a welcome reception this evening, followed by a Welcome Dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 10 CRUISE: Dubrovnik - Korcula
Depart for the island of Korcula, thought to be the birthplace of famed explorer Marco Polo. Along the way, stop at one of the many pristine bays for a refreshing swim before having lunch on board. Upon arrival in Korcula, embark on a guided walking tour through the narrow alleyways and cobble-stoned streets of this well preserved medieval town. The evening is free for you to explore on your own and to dine at one of the many sea front restaurants.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 11 CRUISE: Korcula - Brac
Continue cruising to Pucisca located on the northern coast of the island of Brac. Lunch will be served on board and there’ll also be an opportunity to swim in the Adriatic Sea. Once in Pucisca you will have free time to explore the town on your own or to join an optional tour to the Stonemasonry School. Here you can learn about the famous Brac limestone and their centuries-old tradition of stonemasonry and the unconventional tools used. The precious limestone from this region have been used to decorate the facade of the White House in Washington DC, the Budapest Parliament Building and many other landmarks all over the world. Tonight gather onboard for a Captain's dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 12 CRUISE: Brac - Split
Today, head towards Split with a relaxing swim stop and lunch en route. Arrive into Split in the late afternoon and join a guided walking tour of this historic city that was once the centre of the Roman empire. Visit the seafront promenade and magnificent Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the centre of old town. The evening will be free for you to experience the restaurants, bars, shopping and nightlife of this eclectic port city.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 13 CRUISE: Split - Hvar
This morning, carry on cruising to Stari Grad in the island of Hvar. Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe, dating back to 385BC when it was known as Faros by the Greeks. Upon arrival, you may explore this UNESCO World Heritage listed town centre at your own pace. Be back on board to head towards Hvar Town with lunch and swim stop enroute. It is said that Hvar receives around 115 days of sunshine in a year and is (not surprisingly) considered one of the most beautiful places in the world. Here, you will find the oldest public theatre in Europe, Renaissance cathedrals and many other historical sites.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 14 CRUISE: Hvar - Mljet
From Hvar Town, cruise to Mljet, known as the 'greenest island' in Croatia. You will be mesmerised by the untouched nature and cultural heritage of this island. Opt to spend the afternoon exploring Mljet National Park and its two salt water lakes, Veliko Jezero and Malo Jezero, meaning Great Lake and Little Lake. The 12th century Benedictine Monastery, situated in the island of St. Mary on Veliko Jezero, is one of the most beautiful locations in the area and the most visited spot of the National Park. Overnight in Mljet.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 15 CRUISE: Mljet - Dubrovnik
Begin your journey back towards Dubrovnik, stopping for one last opportunity to swim in one of the Adriatic’s secluded coves and bays. Lunch will be served on board. After arriving in Dubrovnik, commence your guided walking tour of the Old Town. Surrounded by impressive city walls, the Old Town is filled with beautiful architectural buildings that combine Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque style in unique harmony. Its medieval city centre and main street, the Stradun, houses numerous cafes, bars and shops to watch the world go by. The rest of the day will be free for last minute shopping or simply enjoy the ambiance!

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 16 CRUISE: Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to your crew and new friends as you disembark after breakfast.

Meals included: Breakfast