Croatia & Slovenia Uncovered 2027 (Zagreb - Trogir (Split Airport))

DAY 1 Zagreb
Welcome to Zagreb! Your tour commences with a shared arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel. After settling in, you will have free time to start exploring the city before gathering this evening with your fellow travellers and Tour Manager for a welcome meeting and a welcome drink.

Stay at: Westin Zagreb (5 star), Sheraton Zagreb Hotel (5 star) or similar

DAY 2 Zagreb
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament, and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town.

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

DAY 3 Zagreb – Ljubljana – Bled
After breakfast head across the border towards Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. See the most significant sights of the old city centre on a short orientation walk. See the vibrant open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba's Fountain. Then, continue to the picturesque town of Bled, located in the foothills of the Julian Alps.

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

DAY 4 Bled
Nestled behind an alpine lake and surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travellers in the middle of the 19th century. Since then, a small town filled with hotels, villas, and restaurants has developed around the lake, turning Bled into a vibrant, all-season resort town. A sightseeing tour will take you around this charming town and the lakeshore, as well as to the imposing Bled Castle perched on a cliff high above the lake. The remainder of the day is free to spend at leisure.

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

DAY 5 Bled – Postojna – Opatija – Plitvice Lakes National Park
Your journey continues southwest to Postojna, home to one of the largest cave systems in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train before heading to the coast for a stop in Opatija. Enjoy a short orientation walk in this resort town dotted with Habsburg era villas. Afterwards, continue towards Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979.

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

DAY 6 Plitvice Lakes National Park – Split
Have your camera ready as you begin your day with a guided walking tour around the lower lakes in Plitvice Lakes National Park! Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. After the tour, continue to Split, the largest city on the Dalmatian coast.

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

DAY 7 Split
This morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Split's historic inner city which has been built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, now a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The rest of the day is at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split and its waterfront promenade, or to relax at the beach.

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

DAY 8 Split - Dubrovnik
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Dubrovnik port for embarkation aboard your vessel at 14:00hrs. Once settled in your cabin, embark on a guided tour at 17.00hrs of the historical centre of Dubrovnik. Walk down the Stradun, a UNESCO World Heritage area located inside the town walls. Both a street and a square, it is surrounded by beautiful architectural buildings which combine the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque style in unique harmony. After returning to the ship, enjoy a Welcome Reception where you can get acquainted with your Cruise Manager, crew and fellow travellers, followed by dinner to begin your adventure.

Meals included: Dinner

DAY 9 CRUISE: Dubrovnik - Slano
Start your day enjoying the beautiful scenery as you cruise along the incredible city walls before continuing to one of the Elaphiti Islands for a swim stop. In the afternoon, arrive in Slano, a small peaceful fisherman's village on the mainland. From here, embark on your excursion to Ston and visit an oyster farm where you will learn more about oysters and enjoy a tasting of this delicious treat. Return to Slano, where tonight you will enjoy a Captain's Dinner on board.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 10 CRUISE: Slano - Mljet - Korcula
This morning, head north as you cruise towards Mljet, where you can visit the National Park and discover its famous turquoise salt lakes. Next, make your way to the island of Korcula, known as the supposed birthplace of Marco Polo. On arrival, through the narrow fishbone streets of this enchanting town and uncover Korcula’s medieval history. The evening is free at leisure to further explore Korcula's winding streets and its numerous restaurants and bars.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 11 CRUISE: Korcula - Hvar
Cruise towards the island of Hvar, the longest island on the Adriatic. Enjoy lunch onboard and cool off with a short swim stop along the way. Disembark this afternoon in Hvar and join a guided tour of its vibrant seaside town. See the renaissance cathedral and the Arsenal which houses one of the oldest community theatres in Europe. Your evening is then free to discover this cosmopolitan port town offering trendy bars, mixed Venetian architecture and plenty of restaurants.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 12 CRUISE: Hvar - Bisevo - Vis
Early this morning, cruise to Bisevo where you can visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. Depart for Vis, an ex-naval strategic base that was closed to the public for many years. The isolation helped to preserve the beauty of the island. Explore the history of Vis by military Land Rover Defenders.

Please note: Visit to the Blue Cave is dependent on weather conditions as sometimes high tide can prevent entry. Your captain will advise conditions and accessibility in the morning of the scheduled visit.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 13 CRUISE: Vis - Brac
Start early this morning heading towards Milna on the island of Brac, with a swim stop in one of its pristine bays. After lunch onboard, arrive at Milna in the afternoon, a Dalmatian town on Brac Island known for its 1783 Baroque church situated beside the water. The interior of the church is rich in valuable Venetian paintings.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 14 CRUISE: Brac - Split - Trogir
Continue to Trogir, with lunch onboard and a swim stop along the way. After docking, join a short orientation tour through Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage listed city that is often referred to as a "mini-Dubrovnik" due to its ancient walls. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to Split, a unique modern city that has evolved from the ruins of the remarkable Diocletian’s Palace. Construction of the Palace took place in 295 AD and today it forms much of the city’s Old Town. Embark on a guided walking tour of the historic inner city where you can witness the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, it's Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and many other fascinating, unique sites. Your evening is free to explore the city's famous waterfront and dine at one of the many local restaurants. After an exciting evening in Split, you will be transferred back to Trogir.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 15 CRUISE: Trogir - Split Airport
Say goodbye to your crew and new friends as you disembark after breakfast. Your adventure concludes with a shared departure transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast