The Best of Croatia

● Breakfast at the hotel.

● Join a guided city tour of Zagreb, exploring:

○ Upper Town with St. Mark’s Church, Parliament Building, and Lotrščak Tower

○ Cathedral of the Assumption, Ban Jelačić Square, and Stone Gate

● Discover the mix of Austro-Hungarian architecture and lively urban spirit.

● In the evening, visit Samobor, a quaint nearby town famed for its preserved baroque charm and traditional pastries.

● Stroll through its picturesque streets before returning to Zagreb.

● Overnight stay in Zagreb.

● Breakfast at the hotel.

● Depart for Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s most stunning natural wonders.

● Explore the park’s 16 cascading lakes, wooden walkways, and waterfalls, and enjoy a scenic boat ride.

● Continue to the coastal city of Zadar on the Adriatic Sea.

● In the evening, explore Zadar Old Town, home to Roman ruins, seaside promenades, and the unique Sea Organ, where waves create natural melodies.

● Enjoy the famous Zadar sunset, once described by Alfred Hitchcock as “the most beautiful in the world.”

● Overnight stay in Zadar.

● Breakfast at the hotel.

● Drive south along the Dalmatian coast to Šibenik, a charming town and home to St. James’s Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

● Explore the town’s medieval lanes and coastal views.

● Optional excursion in the afternoon to Krka National Park, named after the Krka River and home to the stunning Skradinski Buk waterfalls.

● Return to your hotel in the evening.

● Overnight stay in Šibenik or Split region.

● Breakfast at the hotel.

● Explore Split, the heart of the Dalmatian coast, on a guided walking tour.

○ Visit the UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace, Peristyle Square, and St. Domnius Cathedral.

● Optional excursions available today:

○ Visit the UNESCO-protected town of Trogir, known for its medieval charm and waterfront promenade.

○ Enjoy a boat ride on the Cetina River, surrounded by stunning canyons.

○ Experience a local delicacy tasting at Stella Croatica, a traditional Dalmatian artisanal producer.

● Overnight stay in Split.

● Breakfast at the hotel.

● Drive along the spectacular Adriatic coastline toward Dubrovnik, often called the Pearl of the Adriatic.

● Check in to your hotel and begin your discovery of this UNESCO World Heritage city.

● Stroll along Dubrovnik’s Old Town, surrounded by its world-famous medieval city walls.

● Overnight stay in Dubrovnik.

● Breakfast at the hotel.

● Enjoy a day at leisure or choose from optional excursions:

○ Day Trip to Montenegro, visiting the historic towns of Kotor and Perast, both UNESCO-listed gems.

○ Day Trip to Mostar (Bosnia & Herzegovina), famous for its Old Bridge and Ottoman heritage.

● Return to Dubrovnik for a relaxing evening by the Adriatic.

● Overnight stay in Dubrovnik.

● Breakfast at the hotel.

● Depending on your flight time, enjoy free time for last-minute shopping or a seaside coffee.

● Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport for your onward journey.

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