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Tour Length: 10 Days
Countries Visited: Croatia
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Tour Operator: Collette Tours
Tour Code: 3471
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Includes: Zagreb, Bled, Pletna Boat Ride, Opatija, Postojna Caves, Lipica Stud Farm, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Diocletian Palace, Dubrovnik, Korcula Island, Wine Tasting 4924Includes: Zagreb, Bled, Pletna Boat Ride, Opatija, Postojna Caves, Lipica Stud Farm, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Diocletian Palace, Dubrovnik, Korcula Island, Wine Tasting

 
br />Medieval architecture, tranquil lakes and Croatian charm will delight you on this tour featuring the Dalmatian Coast and Slovenia. Explore Zagreb’s Old City and Plitvice National Park, where 16 lakes are connected by cascades and waterfalls. Step inside Diocletian’s Palace, a late-Roman ruin in Split. Relax for two nights seaside in Opatija, Croatia’s “Riviera.” Traveling down the Dalmatian Coast en route to Dubrovnik, walk in the footsteps of Marco Polo on the island of Korcula. Your visit to two of the area’s most beautiful countries concludes with a memorable, home-hosted farewell dinner in the Konvale region.
 

Day 1: Overnight Flight
Join Collette Vacations and explore Croatia and Slovenia, a “must see” destination filled with medieval architecture, tranquil lakes and rolling hills.

Day 2: Arrive Zagreb, Croatia - Tour Begins
Your tour begins in Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner.

Day 3: Zagreb - Bled, Slovenia
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager helps you discover the origin and history of Croatian. Learn key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. This morning join a local guide for a city tour featuring Zagreb’s Old City and experience such sights as the majestic cathedral, St. Mark’s Church and the Opera House. Meet the locals as you explore the colorful Dolac Market and perhaps even purchase some native figs or olives during your visit. This afternoon, depart for beautiful Bled, your home for the next two evenings.

Day 4: Bled
Today explore Bled from the water. Enjoy the old-world charm of taking a “pletna” boat to the island on the lake to visit the 17th century cathedral, St. Mary’s Church, and the “wishing bell”. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and explore charming Bled on your own.

Day 5: Bled - Lipica - Opatija, Croatia
Today you travel to two of the region's most fascinating destinations. Your first stop is the Lipica Stud Farm, home of the world-famous Lipizzaner horses. The farm was founded in 1580 by Charles, the Archduke of Vienna, and has remained one of Slovenia’s treasures. Learn more about the famous horses as you tour the farm and enjoy an actual training session* of these magnificent animals with their skilled trainers. Your next stop is one of the finest wine producing areas in the region where you have the opportunity to sample some locally produced varieties. Then it is on to the seaside city of Opatija. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief orientation tour of the town center.

Day 6: Opatija
Today is at leisure to enjoy Croatia's “Riviera.” Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer suggestions on how to spend your day.

Day 7: Opatija - Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, travel to Croatia’s most beautiful national park, Plitvice Lakes, an integral part of UNESCO World Heritage. Enjoy awe-inspiring scenery as you travel through this natural phenomenon of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by forests and thick vegetation. Each lake is connected by a series of waterfalls and free flowing cascades. A cruise on the lake takes you into the heart of this natural wonder.

Day 8: Plitvice Lakes - Split
Begin your day by traveling to the ancient city of Split. Experience Split’s impressive Roman Palace of Diocletian, one of the most significant late-Roman historical monuments and a UNESCO World Heritage site. In addition, you will see the palace and the Temple of Jupiter. The remainder of your day is free for you to explore the winding streets of the old city.

Day 9: Split - Korcula - Dubrovnik
This morning, travel down the Dalmatian Coast towards the medieval city of Dubrovnik, enjoying some breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea. Your first destination today is the birthplace of Marco Polo, the island of Korcula. Upon arrival in the city of Orebic, take a short cruise to the city of Korcula where history lives. Walk in the footsteps of Marco Polo as you explore the streets that lead to the Venetian-influenced Cathedral Square.

Day 10: Dubrovnik
Join an expert local guide on a tour of “Old Dubrovnik”, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Franciscan Monastery, where Europe’s oldest pharmacy lies; Rector’s Palace; the City Walls; and many more historical sites. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this fascinating city. This evening, travel to the culturally-rich Konavle region and join your fellow travelers for a home-hosted farewell dinner. While visiting with your host family, you will learn about life in the Croatian countryside and enjoy a discussion on the unique traditional clothing worn in the region. Costumed staff will serve you a culinary feast prepared in the customary way of their ancestors.

Day 11: Dubrovnik - Tour Ends

 

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  • Zagreb, Bled, Pletna Boat Ride, Lipica Stud Farm, Wine Tasting, Opatija, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Diocletian Palace, Korcula Island, Dubrovni
  • Visit two of the area's most beautiful countries: Croatia and Slovenia.
  • Relax for two nights by the seaside in Opatija, Croatia’s “Riviera.”
  • Discover the magnificence of the ancient Roman Palace of Diocletian.
  • Walk in the footsteps of Marco Polo as you explore the medieval city of Korcula.
  • Experience the wonder of 16 cascading lakes at Croatia’s Plitvice National Park.
  • Spend two nights in Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic.”
 

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