Itinerary
Discovery of Croatia tour starts in Dubrovnik on select Sundays.-
DAY 1, SUN
DUBROVNIK
Upon arrival in Dubrovnik you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Evening welcome reception.Welcome Reception -
DAY 2, MON
DUBROVNIK
Today you will enjoy a walking tour of Old Dubrovnik. See the Rector's Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. We also visit a local artisan to learn about the traditional craftsmanship. (Optional: Home-Hosted Dinner)Breakfast Included -
DAY 3, TUE
DUBROVNIK / SPLIT
Today you travel to Split along the spectacular Adriatic coast and passing old fishing villages. The city sightseeing includes the historic inner city, built around the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissanceand Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple the Peristyle and the Cathedral of St. Duje. Rest of the day at leisure.Breakfast Included -
DAY 4, WED
SPLIT / HVAR
This morning you sail by ferry to the island of Hvar. A walking tour will reveal Hvar's cultural and historical heritage including views of the 17th century theater, th central town square with the Cathedral and more. You visit the Franciscan Monastery with the famous collection of old art masters including Ingoli's Last Supper. After wine tasting at Stari Grand return to Split for overnight.Breakfast Included -
DAY 5, THU
SPLIT / ZADAR / PLITVICE LAKES
Today you travel to Zadar. Walking tour to Zadar's historical center with the defensive walls built in the 16th century, the ancient Port Gate, the Square of the Five Wells, the church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum (1st century BC) and the largest cathedral in Dalmatia, st. Anastasia. After tasting of Maraschino liquor you travel inland to the spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. Dinner and overnight.Breakfast and Dinner Included -
DAY 6, FRI
PLITVICE LAKES / ZAGREB
Enjoy the lower Plitvice Lakes, the breathraking scenery of this natural wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by dense forests, mountains and lush vegetation. Later depart for Zagreb, Croatia's capital.Breakfast Included -
DAY 7, SAT
ZAGREB
Your morning sightseeing of Zagreb includes views of the historic Upper Town, St. Mark's Church, St. Catherine's Church the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Govenment Palace. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. In the evening enjoy a farewell dinner. (Optional: Gastronomy Tour)Breakfast and Dinner Included -
DAY 8, SUN
ZAGREB
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport.Breakfast Included