Jewels of Dalmatia

Sightseeing

Witness age-old culture and stunning landscapes in Bosnia-Herzegovina

• Visit the Tunnel of Hope
• Tour the capital of Sarajevo
• Discover the culinary delights of Sarajevo on a walking tour
• Be enchanted by the town of Mostar

Beauty, culture and ancient architecture awaits you in Croatia

• Get acquainted with the city of Zagreb
• Enjoy views of the Adriatic Sea
• Stroll along the medieval city walls in Dubrovnik
• Visit Rector’s Palace and Franciscan Monastery
• Enjoy a sunset cruise in Dubrovnik
• Delight in a full day at leisure in Dubrovnik
• Stop for a photo opportunity at Baćinska Jezera
• See the sights of Hvar, including Hvar Fortress
• Experience a special home-hosted lunch with a local family
• Visit the city of Split and Diocletian’s Palace
• Visit the town of Trogir
• Discover Plitvice Lakes National Park
• Visit the watermill village of Rastoke
• Spend two nights in Opatija
• Explore the Istrian Peninsula
• Enjoy a tour and tastings at a local winery

Slovenia, the land of pristine landscapes and friendly faces

• Explore the Postojna Caves
• See the impressive Predjama Castle
• Enjoy tastings at a local Slovenian chocolate shop
• Explore the mountain resort of Bled, including Bled Castle
• Visit the Alpine Dairy Farming Museum
• Admire views over Lake Bohinj by cable car
• Enjoy free time in Bled
• Take a walk through Vintgar Gorge
• Tour the well-preserved city of Ljubljana
• Full day at leisure to explore the capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana
• Cruise aboard Rudolf’s Raft down the Krka River

Travel

• Return economy-class flights from Australia to Croatia. Taxes included
• Airport transfers on the first and last day of tour
• All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
• Ferry from Drvenik to Hvar
• Ferry from Hvar to Split

Accommodation

• 19 nights in 4-star hotels

Properties include:

• Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria, Zagreb
• Residence Inn Sarajevo, Sarajevo
• Grand Hotel Park, Dubrovnik
• Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort, Hvar
• Dioklecijan Hotel & Residence, Split
• Hotel Lyra, Ličko Petrovo Selo
• Paris Hotel, Opatija
• Hotel Park, Bled
• Hotel Occidental, Ljubljana

Hotels listed are an indication and are subject to change without notice.

Double for Single Use: Please note the single supplement you pay on our tours entitles you to sole use of a room.  A double for single use room is larger than a traditional single room offered in Europe. Often these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.

Meals

• 19 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners
• Meal highlights:
  • Hvar, enjoy the hospitality of the locals at a home-hosted lunch
  • Bled, indulge in a 3 course meal of traditional Slovenian fare

Tour Guides

• English-speaking locally based tour director
• English-speaking locally based guides

Porterage

• Porterage included where available

Some things to note

• Rudolf’s Raft cruise on day 20 is subject to weather conditions. In the event of bad weather or high-water levels, an alternative indoor venue will be provided.