September 2025
Slovenia, Croatia and Montenegro (8 nights/9 days)
- Arrival: Welcome to Slovenia! Arrive at Ljubljana Airport (LJU) in the morning or afternoon.
- Transfer: Private transfer to your hotel in Ljubljana.
- Check-in: Settle into your hotel and enjoy the comforts of your accommodation.
- Evening: Spend a relaxing evening exploring Ljubljana’s charming canals, lively atmosphere, and stunning architecture.
- Overnight: Hotel in Ljubljana.
- Morning:
- Enjoy a guided walking tour of Ljubljana’s Old Town.
- Admire the city’s Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture and stroll along the picturesque riverbanks.
- Key sights include the Triple Bridge, Central Market, Ljubljana Castle, and Tivoli Park.
- Lunch: Savor a traditional Slovenian meal at a riverside restaurant.
- Afternoon:
- Take a scenic drive to Bled (55 km, approx. 45 min).
- Visit the famous Bled Island via a traditional pletna boat (optional), and explore the Church of the Assumption.
- Enjoy panoramic views from Bled Castle, perched above the lake.
- Walk along the tranquil lake, soaking in the serene atmosphere.
- Evening: Return to Ljubljana for the night (55 km, approx. 45 min).
- Overnight: Hotel in Ljubljana.
- Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at your hotel.
- Transfer: Depart for Zagreb, Croatia (150 km, approx. 1h45min).
- Arrival: Check-in at your hotel in Zagreb.
- Afternoon Guided Tour: Discover Zagreb’s imperial architecture, often called “Little Vienna,” with visits to:
- Jelacic Square
- St. Stephen’s Cathedral
- St. Mark’s Church
- The Sabor (Croatian Parliament)
- Stone Gate
- National Theatre & Lisinski Concert Hall
- Evening: Explore Zagreb at your leisure, with a stroll along Tkalciceva Street or a café stop.
- Overnight: Hotel in Zagreb.
- Breakfast: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast.
- Free Day: Explore Zagreb at your own pace with optional activities:
- Visit Maksimir Park for a peaceful nature walk.
- Explore the Zagreb City Museum or the Museum of Broken Relationships.
- Stroll through the Upper Town for panoramic views.
- Browse the vibrant Dolac Market for local produce and souvenirs.
- Overnight: Hotel in Zagreb.
- Breakfast: Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer: Head to Plitvice Lakes National Park (150 km, approx. 2h).
- Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its crystal-clear lakes and cascading waterfalls.
- Enjoy a boat trip across Kozjak Lake.
- Lunch: Have lunch at a local restaurant near the park.
- Afternoon: Continue to Split (240 km, approx. 3h).
- Arrival: Check-in at your hotel in Split.
- Evening: Relax and explore Split’s vibrant seafront or stroll along the Riva Promenade.
- Overnight: Hotel in Split.
- Breakfast: Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning:
- Embark on a guided tour of Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Explore key sites within the palace, such as The Peristyle, Temple of Jupiter, and St. Domnius Cathedral.
- Lunch: Savor Dalmatian cuisine in Split’s historic center.
- Afternoon: Depart for Dubrovnik (approx. 230 km, 3h).
- Arrival: Check-in at your hotel in Dubrovnik.
- Overnight: Hotel in Dubrovnik.
- Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at the hotel.
- Full Day Tour: Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Dubrovnik. Key sites include:
- The iconic City Walls, offering breathtaking views.
- Rector’s Palace and Cathedral of the Assumption.
- Onofrio’s Fountain and Franciscan Monastery.
- Afternoon: Enjoy free time to relax or explore Dubrovnik further. Wander along Stradun Street or sip coffee by the Adriatic Sea.
- Overnight: Hotel in Dubrovnik.
- Breakfast: Breakfast at your hotel in Dubrovnik.
- Transfer: Journey to Budva, Montenegro (92 km, approx. 2h30min).
- Stop to admire the stunning Kotor Bay, known as the “Fjord of Southern Europe.”
- Visit Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its medieval architecture.
- Afternoon: Continue to Budva, a coastal gem known for its historic Old Town and vibrant beaches.
- Take a guided tour of Budva’s Old Town and explore its ancient walls and Venetian-style architecture.
- Overnight: Hotel in Budva.
- Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Budva.
- Morning: Relax at the beach or explore Budva’s attractions at your leisure.
- Transfer: Head to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) (72 km, approx. 2h) for your departure flight.
- Arrival Airport: Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
- Location: Ljubljana Airport is approximately 26 km southeast of Ljubljana’s city center.
- Airport Code: LJU
- Upon arrival, you will be transferred directly to your hotel in Ljubljana.
- Departure Airport: Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
- Location: Dubrovnik Airport (Cilipi Airport) is about 15 km southeast of Dubrovnik’s Old Town.
- Airport Code: DBV
- After your stay in Budva, you’ll transfer to Dubrovnik Airport for your departure flight.
- Accommodation:
- 2 nights in Ljubljana
- 2 nights in Zagreb
- 1 night in Split
- 2 nights in Dubrovnik
- 1 night in Budva
- Meals:
- 5 lunches and 5 dinners included
- Transportation:
- Comfortable bus transport throughout the tour
- Guided Tours:
- English-speaking guides in Ljubljana, Bled, Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes, Split, Dubrovnik, and Budva
- Entrance Fees:
- National Park Plitvice Lakes
- Bled Castle
- Basement of Diocletian’s Palace
- Franciscan Monastery in Dubrovnik
- Budva City Tax
- Audio Guides:
- Audio guides for the Dubrovnik tour
- Single Occupancy: $2,719 USD
- Double Occupancy: $2,310 USD
- Triple Occupancy: $2,115 USD