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The Croatian

Apr 18 - 28, 2027

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Patricia Smith-Nelson

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Overview


11-day guided journey through Croatia, Slovenia, and Bosnia & Herzegovina, featuring Zagreb, Ljubljana, Postojna, Opatija, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar, Trogir, Split, and Dubrovnik, with included sightseeing, scenic drives, and select meals.

Day 1 · Sun, Apr 18 · Zagreb, Croatia


Arrival in Zagreb and welcome dinner

1:00AM

Arrive in Zagreb, Croatia. Welcome dinner at the hotel Meals: Dinner

Arrival in Zagreb and welcome dinner

Arrive in Zagreb, Croatia. Welcome to Zagreb! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Meals: Dinner

Day 2 · Mon, Apr 19 · Ljubljana, Slovenia


Guided sightseeing in Zagreb

2:00AM

Guided sightseeing in Zagreb, including: Parliament Stone Gate Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Zagreb to Ljubljana scenic drive

10:00AM

Scenic drive from Zagreb to Ljubljana. Distance: 106 mi / 170 km

Zagreb city sightseeing

This morning, get acquainted with Croatia’s capital city when you join your Local Guide for a sightseeing tour that includes sights of the Parliament, Stone Gate, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the Cathedral. Enjoy some free time to explore more and...

Scenic drive from Zagreb to Ljubljana

A scenic drive takes you across the border into Slovenia to reach the charming, green capital city Ljubljana.

Day 3 · Tue, Apr 20 · Ljubljana, Slovenia


Ljubljana guided sightseeing and free time

Ljubljana. Guided sightseeing: Town Hall, St. Nicholas Cathedral Free time in afternoon and evening Meals: Breakfast

Ljubljana sightseeing walking tour

Follow your Local Guide for a sightseeing tour of Ljubljana’s main landmarks and hear about the influence of the Hapsburg Dynasty. See the medieval castle, the City Hall, St. Nicholas’ Cathedral, and visit the Town Hall’s inner court. The rest of ...

Day 4 · Wed, Apr 21 · Opatija, Croatia


Ljubljana to Postojna to Opatija

Travel from Ljubljana to Postojna and onward to Opatija. Guided cave tour in Postojna (81 mi / 130 km) Continue to Opatija

Postojna cave tour and arrival in Opatija

Apr 22

Day 4 – Ljubljana → Postojna → Opatija, Croatia Guided cave tour in Postojna Continue to Opatija Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Drive from Ljubljana via Postojna to Opatija

Drive from Ljubljana to Postojna, then later reach the seaside resort of Opatija on the Adriatic coast.

Postojna Cave visit

Travel to Postojna for a definite highlight: a visit to the world-famous Postojna Caves. Your experience comprises an underground train ride and walking tour. Pass through amazing corridors and see impressive limestone formations. Enter the surrea...

Day 5 · Thu, Apr 22 · Opatija, Croatia


Free day in Opatija

2:00AM

Opatija. Free time to explore seaside promenade and Maiden with the Seagull statue Meals: Breakfast

Free day in Opatija

Explore More Take your time and soak in the relaxed atmosphere and natural beauty of Opatija as you wander through its streets and along its scenic coastline. Admire the famous Maiden with the Seagull statue, which has become a symbol of the town....

Day 6 · Fri, Apr 23 · Zadar, Croatia


Opatija to Plitvice to Zadar

Depart

2:00PM

5hr

Arrive

7:00PM

Travel from Opatija to Plitvice and onward to Zadar. Scenic coastal drive to Zadar (199 mi / 320 km)

Plitvice Lakes tour and arrival in Zadar

2:00AM

Day 6 – Opatija → Plitvice → Zadar Guided walking tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park Scenic coastal drive to Zadar (199 mi / 320 km) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Plitvice Lakes National Park visit

Reach the verdant landscape of the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Follow your Local Guide on trails and over bridges while you admire the natural wonders and learn about the flora and fauna. Natural Wonders Croatia’s first national park, Plitvice L...

Scenic drive from Opatija to Zadar via Plitvice

After your visit in Plitvice Lakes National Park, take a scenic drive along the Adriatic coastline to Zadar.

Day 7 · Sat, Apr 24 · Split, Croatia


Zadar to Trogir to Split

Depart

2:00PM

3hr

Arrive

5:00PM

Travel from Zadar to Trogir and onward to Split. Distance: 99 mi / 160 km

Zadar Old Town, Trogir visit, and arrival in Split

2:00AM

Day 7 – Zadar → Trogir → Split Guided walking tour of Zadar Old Town Visit historic Trogir Dinner in Split (99 mi / 160 km) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Zadar Old Town walking tour

Start the day with a guided walking tour through the Old Town of Zadar. See the main square, the unique Sea Organ, and the Greeting to the Sun monument. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Trogir orientation walk and free time

Continue to Trogir, dating back to 400 B.C., for an orientation walk and free time to see the cathedral and the Renaissance Čipiko Palace.

Drive from Zadar via Trogir to Split

After exploring Zadar and Trogir, continue along the coast and arrive in the stunning city of Split.

Dinner at a local restaurant in Split

Tastes & Traditions After exploring the historic squares of Zadar and Trogir, settle in for a sumptuous dinner at a local restaurant in the Croatian town of Split—the perfect place to spice things up with authentic Croatian cuisine. Meals: Breakfa...

Day 8 · Sun, Apr 25 · Split, Croatia


Split walking tour and free time

11:00AM

Split. Walking tour with Local Guide: Diocletian’s Palace Free time in afternoon and evening Meals: Breakfast

Split walking tour of Diocletian’s Palace and Old Town

A Legend Slept Here Discover one of the world’s best-preserved monuments to Roman architecture with a walking tour in Split. You’ll see the spectacular Diocletian’s Palace that was built for the Roman emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th cent...

Day 9 · Mon, Apr 26 · Dubrovnik, Croatia


Split to Bosnia & Herzegovina to Dubrovnik

Depart

12:00PM

3hr

Arrive

3:00PM

Travel from Split through Bosnia & Herzegovina to Dubrovnik (162 mi / 260 km).

Dubrovnik walking tour and free time

2:00AM

Day 9 – Split → Bosnia & Herzegovina → Dubrovnik, Croatia Walking tour in Dubrovnik: Rector’s Palace (162 mi / 260 km) Free time in afternoon and evening Meals: Breakfast

Drive from Split to Dubrovnik via Bosnia and Herzegovina

Travel from Split through Bosnia and Herzegovina to Dubrovnik, Croatia, following the beautiful Adriatic coastline en route.

Dubrovnik walking tour and Globus Choice excursions

Arrive in Dubrovnik and follow your Local Guide for a walking tour of the historic center. Explore more of Dubrovnik with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions so you can plan your day your way. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evenin...

Day 10 · Tue, Apr 27 · Dubrovnik, Croatia


Free day in Dubrovnik and farewell dinner

2:00AM

Dubrovnik. Free day to explore Farewell dinner at hotel Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Free day in Dubrovnik and farewell dinner

Explore More With lots of ways to spend your day, stroll along the streets of the old town, browse the shops, and try out some more local specialties. Tonight, raise a glass with your travel companions and toast an unforgettable vacation. Meals: B...

Day 11 · Wed, Apr 28 · Dubrovnik, Croatia


Departure from Dubrovnik

2:00AM

Dubrovnik. Departure day Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast in Dubrovnik and departure

Meals: Breakfast Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Safe travels until we meet again!