Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia and more than a 1000 year old City, with its
historic charm. Hotel check-in. After a long trip, hotel amenities will help you relax
and rejuvenate. Dinner will be served in the hotel.
Overnight in Zagreb.
MEALS: Dinner in the hotel.
Day 2
After breakfast meeting with the local guide. Your day will start with a magnificent cup of coffee in the oldest coffee shop in Zagreb situated on the main square overlooking the statue of Ban Jelacic. Croatians are very sensitive about the coffee and coffee drinking in local coffee shops is part of the culture. After morning relaxation you will take a walk with your local guide and start exploring Zagreb. Guide will tell you all the interesting stories about the city and give you recommendations and main attractions of the city.
With an eclectic mix of the Central European and Mediterranean lifestyles, Zagreb pairs well the Austro Hungarian tradition and the warm Southern flavor. The most important cultural institutions in Zagreb and many hotels, of which a large part is within the international hotel chains, are located in the pedestrian area which is – when time permits – probably Europe’s largest outdoor café. There are also other attractions such as the picturesque open-air market – one of the last in Europe, which is absolutely first-class experience for all who are coming to Zagreb.
Free afternoon.
For a dinner we are taking you to the oldest restaurant in Zagreb. The restaurant that was catering food for many politicians, actors and other famous people who ever traveled to Zagreb. The restaurant has a menu with dishes prepared from recipes that are dating from 15th and 16th century. The owner will also hold the presentation of each dish as it will be served and paired well with best local wine.
After dinner return back to the hotel and overnight in Zagreb.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, dinner in the restaurant
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Day 3
After breakfast departure to the region Croatian Zagorje, an area of chocolate-box enchantment: miniature wooded hills are crowned with the castles they seem designed for, and streams tumble
through lush vineyards. Visit castle Trakoscan with a local guide to experience the way of life during the past medieval times in the area. Castle Trakoš?an’s cultural heritage, is protected as
a historical entity, which consists of the castle, the building next to the castle, park and forest
park with a lake. Today the castle is one of the few facilities in Croatia with preserved its own constitution, historically closely related to the architectural framework and the life of its owners. After the Trakoscan castle, continue to a local farm for a farm to the table food and a cooking class where
you will prepare local dishes in assistance with a local chef. After dinner return back to Zagreb.
Overnight in Zagreb.
***In September there is grape harvest included in the price!
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, dinner in the local farm
Day 4
After breakfast, we will continue to National Park Plitvice Lakes. The beauty of the National Park lies in its sixteen lakes, inter-connected by a series of waterfalls, and set in deep woodland populated by deer, bears, wolves, boars and rare bird species. Take a walk with a local guide through this heaven on earth. Enjoy scenery of beautiful waterfalls and untouched nature. And don’t forget to make a wish under the largest waterfall as it is supposedly making your wishes come true. Explore the park with a local guide. After the visit, we will have late lunch in local restaurant and depart further to Pore?. Hotel check-in and overnight in Porec.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, dinner in the local restaurant
Day 5
After breakfast departure to Pula. Pula is the most important and largest port in Istria, and recently a real tourist treasure. Well-protected Pula Bay is among the best natural harbors in the Adriatic. Also, surrounded by lush green countryside of southern Istria, the city possess extraordinary beauty and culture. This coastal resort town with a surprising number of historical monuments, magnificent beaches and the amazing beauty of the interior is an ideal place to relax. By far the most memorable symbol of the Roman influence in Istria is magnificent twenty centuries old city Arena, the sixth largest amphitheater in the world. Free time to explore Pula.
In the afternoon departure to Motovun, little charm city with spectacular landscape including the Motovun Forest, a prime locale for truffle-hunting. We will proceed to a local authentic restaurant for the most famous truffle specialties. Locals will pair best Istrian wine with truffles specialties for most delicious experience.
After dinner depart back to Pore? and overnight.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, dinner in the local restaurant
Day 6
After breakfast we will continue to the city of Zadar. Zadar is an ancient city, built in the center of the Croatian Adriatic, full of historical and cultural monuments. It is three thousand years old, a city of old, tumultuous and dynamic history, often destructed, looted, devastated, every time emerging from the ruins stronger, richer and more beautiful. Zadar appeared for the first time in history in the 4th century B.C. as a settlement of the Illyrian tribe of Liburnians. Hotel check.
In the afternoon departure to a local winery for wine tasting and a dinner.
Overnight in Zadar.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, dinner in the local restaurant
Day 7
After breakfast proceed to Zadar sightseeing. Visit sea organs – an experimental musical instrument made out of the stone, which plays along with sea waves. You will see The St. Donat’s Church, and small ancient streets from the Roman times. In early afternoon embark on a private boat for boat excursion to National Park Kornati. Discover the sailor’s paradise – National Park Kornati. This archipelago consists of 140 islands covering an area of 114 square miles (300 square km), with most of it declared a National Park – and with its natural beauty, numerous coves and crystal clear blue waters, it’s easy to see why. Swim in most hidden bays and the clearest water you have ever seen. We will have later lunch in one of the local restaurants on the islands. These small hidden restaurant serves only fresh farm to the table food and are fully operated by locals and accessible by boat. Upon return experience one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
Return to Zadar later in the afternoon. Overnight in Zadar.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, lunch in the restaurant
Day 8
After breakfast continue along the coast to Split, the second largest city in Croatia and the city that has all: Roman ruins and grand museums alongside fashionable cafes and trendy shops. On the way to Split stop in Ethno Land Dalmati for prosciutto and wine tasting. Presentation from locals about food and wine making process.
Continue to Trogir (UNESCO Heritage Site) for a short walk with our guide. Trogir is a remarkable example of urban continuity. The orthogonal street plan of this island settlement dates back to the Hellenistic period and it was embellished by successive rulers with many fine public and domestic buildings and fortifications. Its beautiful Romanesque churches are complemented by the outstanding Renaissance and Baroque buildings from the Venetian period.
Continue to Split for hotel check in and free evening. Overnight in Split.
MEALS: Breakfast and dinner in the hotel and lunch in a local restaurant
Day 9
Morning sightseeing of historical complex of Split along with the Palace of Diocletian, the UNESCO protected site. Afternoon embark on a boat and sail to island Hvar. The island of Hvar is the queen of the Croatian Dalmatian islands. It has been famous since the antique because of its important strategic and nautical position, the rich of the various historical periods, the culture and natural monuments and the literature. Visit Zlatan Otok, one of the most famous wineries in Croatia and wine tasting. Lunch will be served in this amazing surrounding. After lunch sail back to Split.
Overnight in Split.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, lunch in the local restaurant
Day 10
After breakfast proceed to Dubrovnik. On the way to Dubrovnik stop in Ston. The under-visited Ston and its neighbor Mali Ston on the Peljesac peninsula are a great escape from the standard southern Dalmatia tourist route. About 59km northwest of Dubrovnik, there are no big resorts or luxury hotels in Ston but there is great eating, great scenery, old stone houses and the longest fortifications in Europe. It’s not the place for a beach holiday but there’s plenty to see and the small-town atmosphere is enchanting. We will explore the area with the guide and lunch in a local restaurant with wine tasting will be served for our group. The area is famous for oysters and mussels so prepare to taste one of the best from Adriatic.
After lunch, proceed further to Dubrovnik. Hotel check in, free afternoon and overnight in Dubrovnik.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, lunch in the local restaurant
Day 11
After breakfast meeting with the local guide for Dubrovnik sightseeing. Local guide will take you to the most wonderful and hidden streets of the Dubrovnik. Explore Dubrovnik City Walls and enjoy a unique view of the Old Town (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE) of Dubrovnik including its narrow streets and small squares, shop on the Stradun street, and explore Game of Thrones locations.
In the early afternoon embark on a boat and explore Elaphiti islands. Since the ancient times, the islands were a place of comfort, vacation, and delight. All this due to well-preserved nature, clean and clear sea, sandy beaches, beautiful pine forest, olive gardens, numerous promenades and footpaths. Those are the scenes that remain forever in people’s memory and landscapes that make the people come back again. The crew will show you hidden beaches, caves and secret places that you will absolutely love.
Supper dinner for the whole group will be organized in local restaurant with live music.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel, supper dinner in the local restaurant.
Day 12
Check-out from the hotel. Fly out from Dubrovnik.