This unique itinerary combines majestic landscapes with historic cities. Starting in Venice we travel to Croatia and visit historic Pula, home to magnificent Roman ruins. Next is Slovenia, a country almost without peer in Europe for natural beauty. Its classy capital, Ljubljana, is dominated by a medieval castle that overlooks the town centre and the Kamnik Alps for a picturesque backdrop. Scenic delights abound nearby with the beautiful Lake Bohinj and the sublime surrounds of Lake Bled. Croatia's Plitvice National Park is best explored using a network of wooden pathways, whilst wandering around the quaint winding streets of medieval Zadar is an amazing experience. From Split our trip takes on a slightly more adventurous flavour, combining scenic boat trips with walking and a day of cycling to explore the pristine islands of the Dalmatian Coast. A one-time maritime powerhouse, the delightful walled city of Dubrovnik has overcome siege and turmoil to remain one of the most majestic sights on the Adriatic Coast.
Highlights
- Rovinj
- Pula
- Plitvice National Park
- Zadar
- Sibenik
- Split
- Brac & Hvar Islands
- Mljet National Park
- Dubrovnik
Itinerary:
1 (Sun) Arrive in Venice.2 Drive to Rovinj, then continue to Pula.3 Explore Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana. Sightseeing tour of the old city centre.4 Drive to Lake Bohinj. Cable car up Mount Vogel. Traditional 'pletna' boat ride to Bled Island.5 Visit Croatia's Plitvice National Park.6 Travel to walled city of Zadar. Afternoon sightseeing including Roman Forum and St Donatus Church.7 Free day at leisure in Zadar.8 Travel to Split via Sibenik and the Roman city of Salona.9 Ferry to Brac. Drive to Vidova Gova and walk to summit. Visit Bol and Zlatni Rat Beach.10 Ferry to Hvar Island. Walking tour of Jelsa village. Walk to Vroska via vineyards.11 Visit to Trogir and guided tour of Split including Diocletian's Palace and St Domnius Cathedral. Ferry to Mljet Island.12 Explore Mljet - walking, cycling and canoeing. Visit the monastery on St Mary's Island.13 Ferry to Dubrovnik. Sightseeing tour including Franciscan Monastery, Rector's Palace and city walls.14 Short boat ride to Lokrum. Visit Napoleon's fortress and botanical gardens. Return to Dubrovnik.15 Trip ends after breakfast in Dubrovnik (Sun).
Included: Peregrine tour leader, transport and sightseeing.
Not Included: International flights, arrival and departure transfers, departure taxes, visas, insurance, other meals, drinks, optional additional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Notes: You will meet your tour leader and fellow group members on the morning of DAY 2 in Venice. Your first day and evening in Venice is unescorted.Please note, your trip may have new group members joining in Split to do the last 8 days of the trip which is the "Dalmatian Coastal Explorer" trip. A welcome dinner will be held on the first night in Split for you to meet your new fellow travelling companions. This will not be the case on all departures.Pre-departure document PDIPlease carefully read these trip notes in conjunction with the pre-departure document (PDI) which you will recieve upon confirmation of your holiday. This important document contains further information about your European trip that you will need to know before you travel.
Meals: 14 breakfasts,4 lunches,6 dinners
Starts/Ends: Venice/Dubrovnik
Trip Reference: PEJA
