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11-Day Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina

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Overview

The best of the Balkan's diversity is seen in its heart, in the countries of Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia. This eleven-day trip will take you through vibrant cities with historical hearts, through stunning national parks, unparalleled beauty, cities full of Roman treasures and picturesque coastal towns.

Visit the Balkans to see this particularly interesting area of the world and how its ethnic diversity has contributed to its unique cultural development as well as times of great struggle and conflict. An area ranging from Slovenia to Greece, the Balkan Peninsula is a gateway from Europe to the oriental east, shaped by craggy mountains that divide cultures and nations into isolated clusters.
Sightseeing
Outdoors & Nature
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Ljubljana

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Arrive in Ljubljana

After being transferred to the city centre from Ljubljana airport, you'll enjoy a tour around the capital city visiting the famous Dragon Bridge and Ljubljana Castle among many other sites. After that, you will have some free time to explore the hidden corners of the fortified Roman old town, relax in one of the many bars and restaurants or just wander the lively banks of the Ljubljanica, the river that gave its name to the city.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Lev4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Ljubljana City Tour

    Dragon Bridge

    Ljubljana Castle

    Ljubljana Central Market

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport to Ljubljana

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ljubljana

Day 2

Explore Postjana Cave & Lake Bled

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Explore Postjana Cave & Lake Bled

Today, you'll head to Postojna and visit the Balkans' famous karst cave, one of the largest in the world and one of Slovenia’s most popular attractions. Its stalagmite and stalactite formations are stunning and unparalleled by any other cave. You'll then move on to the north of the country where you'll visit a beautiful glacial lake at the foot of the Julian Alps, known as Lake Bled. You'll explore the lake by boat and the surrounding area of the cliff-clinging castle and island church.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Lev4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Postojna Cave

    Lake Bled

    Bled Castle

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Lev to Postojna Cave

    Private Driver from Postojna Cave to Lake Bled

    Private Driver from Lake Bled to Hotel Lev

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ljubljana

    Postojna

    Bled

Day 3

Plitvice Lakes National Park to Zadar

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Plitvice Lakes National Park to Zadar

After breakfast, you'll continue your Balkan adventure to the Plitvice Lakes National Park, a wonderful nature park protected by UNESCO and one of the most famous in Croatia for its stunning azure waters and cascading falls. After Plitvice, you'll travel to your next destination, Zadar, an energetic historical town of Roman ruins, medieval churches and cosmopolitan cafes. You can explore its lively streets on foot and visit the fascinating structure of melodic Sea Organ at sunset.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Kolovare4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Sea OrganOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Lev to Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Private Driver from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Hotel Kolovare

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ljubljana

    Plitvički Ljeskovac

    Zadar

Day 4

Explore Split

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Explore Split

Today, you'll head to Split, where a local will take you through the charming Dalmatian city and its Roman treasures. You'll visit many Gothic and Roman buildings including the mighty Diocletian's Palace and Saint Domnius Cathedral. After the tour, you'll enjoy some free time for a walk through the narrow cobbled streets which add to the charm of this Mediterranean city. You may want to take this time to sample some delicious Croatian delights in the many restaurants and bars.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Luxe Split4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Split

    Diocletian's Palace

    Saint Domnius Cathedral

    Marjan Hill SplitOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Kolovare to Split

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Zadar

    Split

Day 5

Dubrovnik Sightseeing

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Dubrovnik Sightseeing

After breakfast, you'll drive to Dubrovnik where you'll be shown around this world-famous Dalmatian city, also called the Pearl of Adriatic by a knowledgeable local guide. Dubrovnik has a rich and interesting history which can be seen on every step from the fortified city walls which you can wander along to the famous Dubrovnik Cathedral. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy some free time in the lively streets of Dubrovnik's old town.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Lero3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Dubrovnik City Tour

    Dubrovnik City Walls

    Dubrovnik Cathedral

    Dubrovnik Cable CarOptional Activity

    Dubrovnik

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Luxe Split to Dubrovnik

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

    Dubrovnik

Day 6

Explore Pocitelj & Medugorje

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Explore Pocitelj & Medugorje

Today, you'll leave Dubrovnik behind and head to Mostar, stopping in Pocitelj, the stepped Ottoman-era fortress village and a picture-perfect reminder of the old 16-century Ottoman times, along the way. After Pocitelj, you'll also visit Medugorje an important Catholic pilgrimage site where visions of the Virgin Mary have been reported since the 1980s. You'll then arrive in Mostar in the later afternoon, ready to explore the following day.

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    Accommodation

    Villa Eden4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pocitelj

    Međugorje

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Хотел LЕRО to Počitelj

    Private Driver from Počitelj to Međugorje

    Private Driver from Međugorje to Villa Eden

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Dubrovnik

    Počitelj

    Međugorje

    Mostar

Day 7

Mostar to Sarajevo

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Mostar to Sarajevo

Before leaving for Sarajevo in the afternoon, you'll get to know the picturesque Mostar, which owes its name to the famous bridge over the Neretva River, Stari Most. Built in the 16th century, this bridge is a fascinating example of fine Ottoman Turkish architecture. If time, you'll also be able to visit the 'Crooked Bridge' which is believed to be the Stari Most's prototype. Leaving behind this fairytale city, you'll drive to the Bosnian capital and the charismatic city of Sarajevo.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Europe5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Mostar

    Stari Most

    Crooked BridgeOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mostar to Hotel Europe

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Mostar

    Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Sarajevo

Day 8

Explore Sarajevo

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Explore Sarajevo

In the morning, you'll continue to visit the Balkans in the city of Sarajevo visiting the wonderful Sarajevo Cathedral, the largest in the country. Later in the afternoon, you'll be able to enjoy some to explore the famous oriental old town known as ‘Baščaršija’ and visit the Baščaršija Mosque. This time is also a great opportunity to try some local food and shop for some colourful handicrafts and souvenirs.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Europe5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sarajevo

    Sarajevo Cathedral

    BascarsijaOptional Activity

    Bascarsija MosqueOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sarajevo

Day 9

From Sarajevo to Zagreb via Travnik, Jajce & Banja Luka

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From Sarajevo to Zagreb via Travnik, Jajce & Banja Luka

Today after breakfast you'll head towards Zagreb in Croatia. On the way, you'll be stopping at various points along the way including Travnik, once the capital of the Ottoman Vizier from the 1690s to the 1850s. Here, you'll have some time to quickly explore before continuing to Jajce, the birthplace of former Yugoslavia. After a short visit of Jajce, you'll continue to Banja Luka a stunning city surrounded by green hills and filled with cascading falls, before arriving in Zagreb in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Dubrovnik4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Travnik

    Jajce

    Banja Luka

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Europe to Hotel Dubrovnik

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sarajevo

    Travnik

    Jajce

    Banja Luka

    Zagreb

Day 10

Explore Zagreb

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Explore Zagreb

Today, you'll explore Croatia’s capital, revealing its most important cultural and architectural attractions such as the Zagreb Cathedral, the main Ban Jelačič Square, the open market, and the lively Tkalčič street. Being a city that dates back to the 1st century during the Roman times and was an important centre of Yugoslavia, Zagreb is therefore packed with culture and history. After the tour, you'll have some free time to further explore the city and sample some local delicacies.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Dubrovnik4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Zagreb

    Zagreb Cathedral

    Ban Jelacic Square

    Free Time in ZagrebOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Zagreb

Day 11

Goodbye Zagreb!

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Goodbye Zagreb!

After a leisurely breakfast, you'll have some free time to explore Zagreb once more and perhaps buy some last-minute souvenirs before being transferred to the airport for your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Dubrovnik to Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Zagreb

Included in Price

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 26 activities
  • 11 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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