Guided Tours - Adriatic Highlights

Program:

14 days/13 nights- Small Size Groups
(Minimum 4 people/maximum 15 people)

Scheduled departure dates from Dubrovnik:
May 13, 2008
Sep 30, 2008

Departure from US on Monday

Day 1: Dubrovnik

Our representative meets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day free to enjoy the city of Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic". Overnight in Dubrovnik. (D)

Day 2: Dubrovnik

In the morning you will learn more about this old city founded in the 7th century. The city tour will include the Cathedral, St. Blaise's Church, the Museum at the Rector's Palace and much more. Afternoon free. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B, D)

Day 3: Dubrovnik

Day at leisure or optional excursions. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B, D)

Day 4: Dubrovnik

Day at leisure or optional excursions. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B, D)

Day 5: Dubrovnik - Korcula

After breakfast we continue our journey to the island of Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. Upon arrival we'll explore town of Korcula with its well preserved town walls and well known legends. Overnight in Korcula. (B, D)

Day 6: Korcula-Hvar

This day we will spend viewing the spectacular landscapes of the longest and sunniest of all Adriatic islands. The rich Mediterranean vegetation and the stone houses surrounded by the cobalt sea are in perfect harmony. You will learn about many cultural traditions, well preserved buildings in the Renaissance and gothic styles, rich treasuries and many paintings by old masters. Overnight in Hvar. (B, D)

Day 7: Hvar - Split

After breakfast the ferry will take us to Split. Upon arrival we explore this imaginative town which is much more than merely a part of Roman heritage. You'll see Diocletian's Palace, the most preserved architectural creation from the turn of the third and fourth centuries. Overnight in Split. (B, D)

Day 8: Split - Opatija

In the morning we head north along the coast to Opatija. You will experience the most beautiful scenery of the picturesque coastline dotted with little villages, bays and beaches. Stops in Trogir, Sibenik and Zadar. Overnight in Opatija. (B, D)

Day 9: Opatija

Day at leisure or optional excursions.Overnight in Opatija. (B, D)

Day 10: Opatija

This day is dedicated to this fashionable summer and winter resort whose beauty has inspired many poets, writers, artists and celebrities. Overnight in Opatija. (B, D)

Day 11: Opatija - Plitvice Lakes

Early in the morning we depart for Plitvice National Park, a natural phenomenon of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Overnight in Plitvice. (B, D)

Day 12: Plitvice - Zagreb

After morning walking tour around several of lower lakes, we will leave for Zagreb, the capital of Croatia.Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Zagreb (B, D)

Day 13: Zagreb

After breakfast we will take you for the city tour featuring the Upper town and Lower town, St. Mark's Church and much more. Overnight in Zagreb. (B, D)

Day 14: Zagreb

Transfer to the airport. (B)

B=breakfast
D=dinner

Hotel list or similar:
• Dubrovnik: "Lero"
• Korcula: "Korcula"
• Hvar: "Pharia"
• Split: "Slavija"
• Opatija: "Kristal"
• Plitvice: "Plitvice" or "Bellevue"
• Zagreb: "Allegra"

** airline ticket extra at discounted rates

Please contact us at tours@traveltimeny.com for more information.