<p>Upon your arrival at the airport you will be met by our representative and transfer to the hotel in Zagreb. In the afternoon city tour of Zagreb with a local guide where you will see the main attractions featuring the Upper Town which is cozy, intimate and distinctly medieval in ambience; Church of St. Mark with its multicolored roof, the Stone Gate, Traditional market, the Cathedral, the Croatian National Theatre and the main square. After free time, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight. </p>

<p>After breakfast, departure to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Upon arrival to this undiscovered gem of Europe, sightseeing tour with a local guide who will take us around the city center, Ljubljana Castle, show us Dragon Bridge, Kongres Square, Prešern Square, National Gallery, Parliament, Triple Bridge, Central Market, Old Town and other jewels that make Ljubljana so special. Following the visit, we will drive to Bled and take a guided tour, including pletna ride to the island, St. Mary ́s Church and Bled castle, which is standing on the cliff above the lake and offering an unforgettable view of Bled. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D).</p>

<p>After breakfast, departure to the famous Postojna Cave, which is the best-known cave in the world and also the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia and one of the world's largest karst monuments. You will enjoy a fantastic web of tunnels, passages, galleries, halls and astonishing diversity of Karst. After, free time to enjoy lunch in one of the local restaurants (own expense). Following the visit, continue our journey to Opatija, a beautiful and famous Riviera, most known as the summer and relaxing destination to European aristocrats in the last century. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B, D).</p>

<p>After breakfast, departure towards the Istrian peninsula, a place where natural beauty, cultural heritage, vineyards, and olive groves form to be a perfect and unforgettable destination. Our first stop is Pula where we will visit the Roman amphitheater “the Pula Arena” dating back to 1st century AD. After, the guide will take us to the cathedral of the Assumption, the temple of Augustus, Ancient gates among other sites. After the visit, we will continue our trip to the medieval town of Rovinj, characterized for its Baroque and Renaissance styles. We will walk through the narrow and picturesque streets of the old town over the path of polished stone steps, leading up to the church of St. Euphemia, the patron of the city. Following the visit, free time to enjoy a local lunch (own expense). Continuing our journey we will visit Porec, known for its long promenade along the beautiful coast. We will walk through the Old town passing by charming streets and buildings with a typical architecture until reaching the Euphrasius Basilica, the most notable monument of the town that dates back to 6th century AD. After free time, return to Opatija. Dinner and overnight at hotel. (B, D) </p>

<p>After breakfast, departure to Plitvice lakes National Park, listed as UNESCO World’s Heritage since 1979. This nature wonder encompasses 16 lakes which are connected throughout 92 waterfalls, surrounding by rich vegetation and large forest making it a perfect habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. After the walking tour, you will have free time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Following the visit, we will continue our journey to Sibenik, a popular coastal destination in the Adriatic. Overnight at hotel. (B) </p>

<p>After breakfast, walking tour of the old town with a local guide visiting the most notable cultural monument listed as UNESCO Word’s heritage since year 2000, the cathedral of St. James. Also we will see featuring sites as the Gothic Church of St. Frane, the former Dukes Palace (now the Museum of the City of Sibenik) and the Town Hall. After free time, we will drive to Split, the second largest city of Croatia. Our local guide will take us to visit the Diocletian palace, The Cathedral of Saint Domnius, the Peristyle and Jupiter’s temple among other interesting attractions. Later on we will continue our trip to Makarska, a popular summer destination on the Dalmatian coast. Dinner and overnight at hotel. (B, D)</p>

<p>Breakfast. Morning transfer to the harbor and board the ferry transfer to Hvar Island or spend your day at leisure to relax, walk along the famous Makarska Riviera or just sip a cocktail in front of one of the beautiful beaches. Dinner and overnight at hotel. (B, D) </p>

<p>Breakfast. Morning departure to Mostar, the cultural capital of Hercegovina. Upon arrival, walking tour of the Old town, a place influenced by the Ottoman Era. The guide will take us to the most remarkable symbol of the city, the Old Bridge over Neretva River – single arch stone bridge which is a monument under UNESCOs protection. We will also see the Cejvan Cehaj Mosque (the oldest mosque in Mostar), The Old Bazaar named Kujundziluk, among other main monuments. After, free time to enjoy the typical cuisine at a local restaurant (own expense). Continuing our journey, we will drive to Dubrovnik, most known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. Upon arrival to the Old town of Dubrovnik (listed as UNESCO World’s heritage since 1979) walking tour with a local guide where we will see the magnificent citadel surrounded by well-preserved stone walls. Crossing through the famous street called Stradun, we will see the most important attractions: Franciscan monastery, Rector’s palace, Sponza palace, the Assumption Cathedral, Onofrio’s fountains, Church of Saint Blaise among others. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B,D)</p>

<p>Breakfast. This morning we will take an excursion to Kotor and Budva, 2 of the most visited destinations in Montenegro. Driving around the Kotor bay, we will stop for a picturesque view of a small islet where the church of Our Lady of the Rocks is located. Continuing our trip we will arrive to Kotor, one of the most preserved medieval port towns, architecturally influenced by the Republic of Venice and UNESCO protected World heritage site. Visit Saint Tripun’s Cathedral, Rector’s Palace, City walls and other notable sites. Continue to Budva. Visit the ancient walls and fifteenth century seaside fortress, the landmark of the Old Town Budva. Small squares and narrow streets mark Old Town Budva where numbers of cultural events are held. This is a famous summer destination for young travelers. Return to Dubrovnik. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D).</p>

<p>Breakfast. Day at leisure or take the Optional excursion to Cavtat and Konavle valley where you will enjoy a morning visit to the town of Cavtat, the first inhabited settlement before the establishment of Dubrovnik town. Walk along its picturesque promenade with beautiful sightseeing of the crystal clear waters of the bay and the green surroundings. Following this visit, drive to Konavle valley and admire the natural and cultural beauty that possesses: charming villages, fertile and rich lands, olive groves and vineyards. Continuing our visit, we will have lunch in a traditional local restaurant where you will enjoy the typical gastronomy of the region. After lunch, return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at hotel. (B,D).</p>

<p>Breakfast. Free time until your transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)</p>