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Best of Croatia and Slovenia
11 Day Croatia and Slovenia Tour from Zagreb to Dubrovnik
Don’t miss a thing on this epic Croatia and Slovenia trip where the travel highlight is a heart-warming visit with Monika and Gregor on their ecological farm near Lake Bled. Along with all the main sights, you’ll soak up the sun-kissed village atmosphere on the sparkling Adriatic.
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Best of Croatia and Slovenia
11 Day Croatia and Slovenia Tour from Zagreb to Dubrovnik
Don’t miss a thing on this epic Croatia and Slovenia trip where the travel highlight is a heart-warming visit with Monika and Gregor on their ecological farm near Lake Bled. Along with all the main sights, you’ll soak up the sun-kissed village atmosphere on the sparkling Adriatic.
Embark on an off-the-beaten track discovery of Croatia. The capital city of Zagreb is your springboard to an enchanting journey through what was once a troubled region and is today a land of diverse cultures and traditions. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Hilton Garden Inn
Spend the morning exploring Zagreb with a Local Specialist before travelling through romantic landscapes to the lakeside resort town of Bled, where we’ll stay the next two nights.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Park
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Traditional Slovenian Village Experience
Come with us on a journey to Radovljica, a well-preserved medieval alpine village with houses dating from the 15th and 16th century. Enjoy a meal at a traditional Slovenian Inn, where you'll be entertained by local musicians and see the famous living gingerbread museum, where you can admire staff producing red traditional hearts.
Adult Price: €53.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 3
Discover Enchanting Bled
Spend today exploring this magnificent setting on your terms, but not before a scenic boat ride on Lake Bled's crystal-clear waters to Bled Island to view its Church of the Assumption. This evening, at our Be My Guest experience, savour local Slovenian flavours as you Connect With Locals at a traditional dinner with a local family.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest
Optional Experience
Alpine Jewels And Lake Bohinj
Join our Local Specialist to Slovenia's largest glacier lake. We'll see mountain villages and photo-worthy vistas along the way, before continuing along the stunning shores of Lake Bohinj. Admire the 13th-century frescoes of St John's Church and indulge in one of Slovenia's famous desserts.
Adult Price: €43.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 4
Onwards to Ljubljana and Opatija
We leave the beauty of Bled behind for one of Europe’s smallest capitals. Embark on an orientation tour of Ljubljana this morning, admiring its Old Town, bridges and castle. We continue to the seaside resort of Opatija.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Paris
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Truffle Hunt and Istrian Dinner
Take a scenic drive with our Local Specialist through Istria to the iconic Motovun region, where we'll hear about the significance and decadence of truffles and assist a local farmer on a real life truffle-hunting experience. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a light dinner of Istrian specialities, with dishes featuring truffles found during our experience.
Adult Price: €75.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 5
Enjoy a Day in Pula and Rovinj
Seaside splendour is on the agenda and you’ll start your day in the coastal city of Pula on Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula. A visit to the 1st century arena with a Local Specialist will unravel the city's historical role as a strategic location for the Romans, Ostrogoths, Venetians and Allied Forces in World War II. Later, we head to the fishing port of Rovinj, where we wander through the Old Town and witness it's Mediterranean influences. Return to Opatija for some free time. See the statuesque nymph, her hand outstretched to cradle a seagull as a symbol of this region, and admire the belle-époque architecture.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 6
Off to Stunning Plitvice
The extraordinary natural beauty of Plitvice takes centre stage today as we embark on a guided walking tour with a Local Specialist along the wooden pathways that are suspended over these mesmerising natural landscapes. You’ll enjoy an unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you admire the cascade of spectacular waterfalls and crystal-clear waters reflecting green, grey and blue against the lush landscapes. You’ll feel the special significance of this place, which is undeniably one of Croatia’s most beloved natural treasures and be grateful that through your visit you have helped to preserve it for generations to come. Thoroughly enchanted by the experience, you’ll settle in for your overnight stay at Jezero Hotel, located in the very heart of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, a short stop from Kozjak, Plitvice’s largest lake.
Today, we visit the walled island of Trogir with a Local Specialist. The stone town is connected to the mainland and the island of Čiovo by bridges and will delight lovers of art, and Renaissance, Baroque and Romanesque architecture. We continue our journey to Split, where we’ll join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour and Dive Into Culture when we visit Diocletian's Palace, built for the emperor's retirement. Spend the evening on your own, or join an Optional Experience to enjoy traditional Dalmatian flavours.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Atrium
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Traditional Konoba Dinner
If you want to truly experience Dalmatian cuisine, a dinner in a traditional stone basement 'konoba' is the best choice. You'll select from a variety of seafood or meats accompanied by Dalmatian wines and typical live music, which will add a local touch to your journey on the Croatian Adriatic coastline.
Adult Price: €55.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 8
Split Your Way
Delve into centuries of heritage on this free day in Split. Consider a full-day Optional Experience to one of the Dalmatian islands. Ascend the bell tower for magnificent views of the sprawling terracotta roofs and white marble façades that edge on to the Adriatic, or savour the city's delicious gastronomy at cafés tucked away in hidden lanes.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Jewel of the Adriatic
A memorable day trip to Hvar, one of the most beautiful islands in the Croatian archipelago. Embarking on a boat ride from Split harbour, we'll explore the historic Hvar Old Town on foot with our Local Specialist. You'll spend free time relaxing along one of the seafront restaurants or soaking up the stunning views from the Venetian hilltop fortress. We then sail back over the Adriatic on our return to Split. Please note: during May or September, Hvar may be substituted for Brac
Adult Price: €75.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 9
Continue to Dubrovnik
The impressive walls of Dubrovnik beckon, but not before we stop to admire the extraordinary walled city of Ston, with its dramatic views and laid-back fishing village atmosphere. Dive Into Culture and visit Europe's oldest salt pans where you'll hear how salt has been harvested here since ancient times. We continue to Dubrovnik this evening.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Lapad
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Sunset Cruise And Dinner
Our sunset cruise takes us along the spectacular Dalmatian coast to a secluded bay, where we'll enjoy a delicious local dinner with drinks. To complete the evening, we'll cruise alongside the old city walls and explore the beautiful illuminated city of Dubrovnik, before returning by coach to our hotel. Note: This optional is weather dependent and may not be available on all departures. On occasion, the cruise may sail in the bay only.
Adult Price: €62.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 10
Explore Iconic Dubrovnik
Tread in the footsteps of Lord Byron and George Bernard Shaw, who were intoxicated by the allure of Dubrovnik. With your Local Specialist, you’ll embark on a Small Group Sightseeing tour past the Rector's Palace, Onofrio's Fountain and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries, before spending time on your own. As our journey comes to an end, join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner.
Journey along the coast for a relaxing trip to the picturesque village of Cavtat, arriving at the harbour on our own chartered boat. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with our Local Specialist in the quaint old town and take the opportunity to admire the yachts in the marina, visit the beach or walk up to the Racic Mausoleum.
Adult Price: €35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 11
Farewell Dubrovnik
Our time together comes to an end this morning after breakfast. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
Book with your travel director when you travel
Available on day 2
Traditional Slovenian Village Experience
Come with us on a journey to Radovljica, a well-preserved medieval alpine village with houses dating from the 15th and 16th century. Enjoy a meal at a traditional Slovenian Inn, where you'll be entertained by local musicians and see the famous living gingerbread museum, where you can admire staff producing red traditional hearts.
Adult Price: €53.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 3
Alpine Jewels And Lake Bohinj
Join our Local Specialist to Slovenia's largest glacier lake. We'll see mountain villages and photo-worthy vistas along the way, before continuing along the stunning shores of Lake Bohinj. Admire the 13th-century frescoes of St John's Church and indulge in one of Slovenia's famous desserts.
Adult Price: €43.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 4
Truffle Hunt and Istrian Dinner
Take a scenic drive with our Local Specialist through Istria to the iconic Motovun region, where we'll hear about the significance and decadence of truffles and assist a local farmer on a real life truffle-hunting experience. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a light dinner of Istrian specialities, with dishes featuring truffles found during our experience.
Adult Price: €75.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 7
Traditional Konoba Dinner
If you want to truly experience Dalmatian cuisine, a dinner in a traditional stone basement 'konoba' is the best choice. You'll select from a variety of seafood or meats accompanied by Dalmatian wines and typical live music, which will add a local touch to your journey on the Croatian Adriatic coastline.
Adult Price: €55.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 8
Jewel of the Adriatic
A memorable day trip to Hvar, one of the most beautiful islands in the Croatian archipelago. Embarking on a boat ride from Split harbour, we'll explore the historic Hvar Old Town on foot with our Local Specialist. You'll spend free time relaxing along one of the seafront restaurants or soaking up the stunning views from the Venetian hilltop fortress. We then sail back over the Adriatic on our return to Split. Please note: during May or September, Hvar may be substituted for Brac
Adult Price: €75.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 9
Sunset Cruise And Dinner
Our sunset cruise takes us along the spectacular Dalmatian coast to a secluded bay, where we'll enjoy a delicious local dinner with drinks. To complete the evening, we'll cruise alongside the old city walls and explore the beautiful illuminated city of Dubrovnik, before returning by coach to our hotel. Note: This optional is weather dependent and may not be available on all departures. On occasion, the cruise may sail in the bay only.
Adult Price: €62.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 10
Panoramic Cavtat
Journey along the coast for a relaxing trip to the picturesque village of Cavtat, arriving at the harbour on our own chartered boat. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with our Local Specialist in the quaint old town and take the opportunity to admire the yachts in the marina, visit the beach or walk up to the Racic Mausoleum.
Adult Price: €35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
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About this trip
About this trip
What's included
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10 nights
Accommodation
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14 Meals
1 Be My Guest, 1 Dinner, 1 Farewell Dinner, 1 Welcome Reception, 10 Breakfasts
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The Trafalgar difference
Connect With Locals
On their fifth-generation-owned family farm in Bled, you'll enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest dinner and guided walk around the farm with Monika, Gregor, their children and the resident farm animals.
Dive into Culture
In Ston, visit the salt pans that back to the 2nd century BC and are surrounded by expansive fortifications still intact to this day.
Dive Into Culture
See the ancient fortress built in Split as a retirement residence for Roman Emperor Diocletian in the 4th century.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
Admire the irresistible beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO-listed protected area and home to bears, wolves and many rare bird species.
Sightseeing highlights
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Explore Zagreb, Pula, Rovinj, Plitvice National Park, Trogir, Split and Dubrovnik with a Local Specialist
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Discover Ljubljana, Bled, Opatija and Ston
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Visit the Church of Assumption on Bled Island, the arena in Pula, Diocletian's Palace in Split and the salt pans in Ston
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View the Park of Sv. Jakov in Opatija
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See Zagreb's Ban Jelačić Square, the Triple Bridge and Castle of Ljubljana and the Old City of Dubrovnik
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Optional Experiences and free time
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Best of Croatia and Slovenia trip reviews
Our guests are at the heart of everything we do, their feedback fuels our innovation, inspiring us to improve continuously and craft Simply The Best vacations. That's why we ask each of our guests to leave a third-party verified, independent review after every trip. As testament to our commitment we have been given the Trusted Service Award from Feefo, recognising we deliver exceptional experiences as rated by real guests.
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Well planned itinerary, took us to the most wonderful sights
The Travel director was very efficient ,explained really well and so were the local guides .Our driver Dario was also superb driving through the sometimes narrow winded streets .
Outstanding Service from Our Tour Director, Driver and Wellness Director
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We did indeed hit the highlights of Slovenia and Croatia based on my own research and advice from friends who'd previously visited these countries. The optional activities were also selected well and provided us with some experiences we may not have gotten if touring on our own. My only regret is that the trip wasn't longer!
Our guides did an excellent job of managing the trip. They were a wealth of local knowledge, helped us understand local customs, made sure our accommodations were ready for us on time and the check-in process was smooth, and did an excellent job of making the trip not only informative but fun as well. Our driver did an exceptional job of navigating some of the narrowest streets I think all of us have seen and our Wellness director did a great job keeping all of us healthy!
This is my 2nd Trafalgar Tour and the high bar is now set. This Tour was an oasis in the 18 mos of the travel desert. I wanted to go on a trip that didn't require me to think and Trafalgar met every expectation. Trafalgar packed so much and thoroughly into the Best of Croatia & Slovenia itinerary I felt I had a complete experience and left nothing to be desired. As I post photos on social media to an audience of very well traveled friends, many are amazed to how much I saw and experienced through this Tour. More importantly, traveling as a single traveler, many of my female friends are VERY interested in my experience and how safe I felt. What was even better than the thorough itinerary, Trafalgar seem to have the best Tour Teams. The dynamic trio of Goran (Tour Director), Hannah (Health Director) and Nikoli (driver) left very little to be desired. The thorough knowledge and professionalism balanced with their personal touches kept the Tour fresh and interesting.
Excellent on-road team made our travel truly memorable: Goran, our superb TD, was detail-oriented, courteous, caring, patient and clearly loved people & his job; Hannah, our WD, was diligent, watchful & cheerful, reassuring us all; Nikola's amazing driving skills and energy were appreciated at all times. The hidden gems and surprise treats picked by our TD were wonderful. The local specialists were personable & informative.
Croatia/Slovenia Tour was the best organized tour I've been on. Our guide was an encyclopedia of information about the history and controversies of the area and since he is from this place he was passionate about it's history. Goran was attentive and caring to everyone regardless of their age or ability. I felt very, very safe at all times. My questions were always answered and the organization of the tours was inpeccable. I recommend Goran 100 percent
Gratuities: You have the option to pre-pay the gratuities for your Travel Director and Driver. Please speak with your travel agent.
Festive Meals: The 18 December 2022 departure will celebrate Christmas in Split, the 26 December 2022 departure will toast New Year's Eve in Plitvice Lakes. We have arranged festive meals for these departures that may replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.
Unless otherwise stated, trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Trip prices are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All trip information is correct at time of trips going live, however are subject to change - please confirm all details at time of booking.
Twin-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, South Africa, Kenya & Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips. Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA). Does not apply to trips operated by Inspiring Journeys & our Mini-stays.
For trips that are part of our Guaranteed Room Share, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless travelling as part of a family group.
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What is an Active Trip? This is an "Active" lifestyle itinerary, with walks and hikes most days. Hikes will range from easy/moderate to strenuous. No technical climbing skills are required but a reasonable level of fitness is required to make the trip more enjoyable. Understanding that not all people want to hike at the same pace or even on the same trail we will, where possible, host map orientation and then let everyone disperse to enjoy the trails best suited to them.
What to Pack Guests should bring lightweight hiking shoes or boots, broad brimmed sun hats, sunglasses, layered clothing, reusable water bottle(s), a hiking day pack and hiking poles (optional)
Weather & Altitude While the itinerary is laid out below, we are at the mercy of the weather and so reserve the right to adjust the program as necessary. Please keep in mind that the higher elevations and possible variations in weather and temperature can increase the perceived level of difficulty of our activities. Elevation ranges up to 9,000 feet for Utah’s Mighty Five and up to 11,000 feet for California High Country Adventure.
Everyone reacts differently to altitude and so if you do have any health issues you should check with your doctor that this trip is suitable for you.
