Discovery Of 3 Adriatic Gems - Croatia, Slovenia And Italy

( 5 Star )

Visit: Zagreb - Ljubljana - Rovinj - Venice

Itinerary
Inclusion / Exclusion
Dates Pricing

Welcome to Zagreb! You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The day is at leisure until you gather with your fellow travelers and your tour director for an orientation and welcome reception this evening. (WR)

This morning we embark on a city tour in Zagreb featuring the historic Upper Town, St Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament, and the Government Palace. After our tour, we continue our journey to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. (B)

We visit the most significant sights of the old city center: the picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, the Baroque Town Hall, and the Robba's Fountain. We conclude our tour with a boat ride on the river Ljubljanica. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (B) Optional tour: Wine tasting

We journey south to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. We tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, we continue to Rovinj and enjoy some free time there. (B)

Our full day of touring takes us through Istria where we marvel at the beauty of its rolling hills, silvery olive groves and hillside vineyards. Our first stop is in the town of Groznjan, home to many artist colonies. After our visit, we taste some famous Istrian truffles. Then we continue to the picturesque town of Motovun. After Motovun, we drive to Pazin where we enjoy a traditional lunch. We return to our hotel and the evening is at leisure. (B, L)

Trieste in Italy for an orientation tour and visit of Miramare Castle and its grounds. The castle was built by the Habsburg monarchy on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea. After our visit, we continue to the romantic city of Venice. (B) Optional tour: Pub crawl “Venetian style”

We begin our exploration of Venice at St. Mark’s Square, for a walking tour which includes visits of the St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, views of the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. During our tour we stop for a tasting of Spritz, a typical venetian aperitif. The balance of the day is at leisure. In the evening, gather with your fellow travelers and your tour director for our farewell dinner. (B, D) Optional tour: Gondola serenade

One last breakfast in Italy before you are transferred to the airport in Venice (B)

Inclusion

Arrival transfer from Zagreb airport to the hotel
8 day/7-night guided tour featuring:
Centrally located first class hotels:
1 night in Zagreb
2 nights in Ljubljana
2 nights in Rovinj
2 nights in Venice
Buffet breakfast daily
A welcome reception in Zagreb (heavy hors d’oeuvres, a glass of wine, beer or soft drink)
A farewell dinner in Venice (coffee or tea included)
Hotel taxes and service charges
Touring by modern air-conditioned motor-coach
Professional English-speaking tour director
Sightseeing tours with licensed local guides
Admission included where indicated in bold letters
Luggage handling at the hotels
Whisper technology enhanced touring
Departure transfer from Venice to Venice airport

Tour spotlights:
Zagreb, Croatia’s cultural center with a rich history and 18th and 19th century Austro-Hungarian architecture
Ljubljana, one of Europe’s greenest capitals, a prehistoric history, scenic bridges and a rich arts scene
Postojna Caves, part of Slovenia’s natural wonders
Venice, a fabled city with palazzos, bridges, masks,churches, canals and gondolas

Special features:
Boat ride on the river Ljubljanica
Tasting of Istrian truffles
Traditional lunch in a Pazin taverna
Tasting of the typical venetian aperitif Spritz

Exclusion

International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Personal equipment
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included

Note

Hotels:
Zagreb: Sheraton (F) or similar
Ljubljana: Radisson Blu (F) or similar
Rovinj: Angelo d’ Oro (F) or similar
Venice: Carlton on the Grand Canal (F) or similar