Best of Croatia and Slovenia
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Experience Overview
The turquoise Adriatic and the remnants of Venetian riches dot this epic Croatia and Slovenia tour from Zagreb to Slovenia’s ‘green’ capital, all the way along Croatia’s sparkling Adriatic coastline with a stop in Bled you’ll be talking about years to come as you meet your warm hosts Monika and Gregor on their organic farm.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 10 Breakfast (B)
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Zagreb, Pula, Rovinj, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Trogir, Split and Dubrovnik
- Discover Bled, Ljubljana, and Opatija
- Visit the Postojna caves, the arena in Pula, and Diocletian's Palace in Split
- View the Park of Sv. Jakov in Opatija, and the Rector’s Palace and city walls in Dubrovnik
- See The Triple Bridge and Castle of Ljubljana and the Old City of Dubrovnik
How You'll Travel
- Deluxe coach travel
- Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
- 4-star stays
Iconic Experience
- Zagreb: Take in the scenic landscapes of Zagreb.
- Lake Bled: Take the day to enjoy the forests and mountains of Lake Bled.
- Ljubljana: Join your Travel Director for an orientation of the city. See City Hall, Prešeren Square, the pink facade of the Franciscan Church of the Annunciation and the iconic Triple Bridge. You'll also catch a view of Ljubljana Castle watching over the city from its hilltop perch.
- Postojna Cave: Take a mini-train ride through the vast tunnels of Postojna Cave, one of Europe’s most impressive underground systems. Explore its towering rock formations, shaped over millions of years, and learn about its unique ecosystem, including the rare olm, often called the "baby dragon”.
- Pula: Spend the day basking in the rich history of the Pula Arena.
- Rovinj: Discover Pula and the Old Town of Rovinj on a guided tour.
- Split: See the ancient fortress built in Split as a retirement residence for Roman Emperor Diocletian in the 4th century.
- Trogir: Enjoy the Renaissance art and the Romanesque architecture on the island of Trogir.
- Dubrovnik: Explore the Pearl of the Adriatic with your Local Specialist during a sightseeing walk. Walk the stone-paved streets of the Old Town to see Onofrio's Fountain, Rector's Palace and the medieval city walls.
Be My Guest
- Bled: Visit Slibar Farm, discovering how it has been in the family for six generations. You'll enjoy dinner and a guided walk around the farm with Monika, Gregor, their children and the resident farm animals, learning how the focus has been to live off the farm and forest sustainably and how the family has recently ventured into producing organic beer, bread and pasta.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Plitvice Lakes National Park: Admire the irresistible beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO-listed protected area and home to bears, wolves and many rare bird species. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 14 & 15: Life Below Water & Life on your Land.
Trip Details
Product Code: 19163
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer, Budget
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 633.1722A
Starts: Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
Finishes: Dubrovnik, Croatia (Hrvatska)
Duration: 11 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $4747 ($432 /day)
Itinerary
Discover the rich heritage of Croatia and Slovenia, shaped by Greeks, Romans and Venetians. Begin your journey in Zagreb, the country’s political and cultural capital. You’ll have time to get a feel for its squares, markets and cobbled alleys before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for dinner.
Accommodation: The Westin
Meals: Dinner
Explore Zagreb’s medieval Upper Town with a Local Specialist, following cobblestone streets to St. Mark’s Square and St. Mark’s Church, known for its colorful tiled roof and ornate frescoes. You’ll see Romanesque buildings and historic landmarks before crossing into Slovenia and continuing through green countryside to Bled, set below the Julian Alps. Hear the legend of the fairies who danced by moonlight where Bled Island now sits and learn how Bled’s medieval story reaches back to Henry II. While in Bled, perhaps join an Optional Experience to Radovljica, dining at a traditional Slovenian inn with local musicians and visiting the living gingerbread museum.
Accommodation: Park
Meals: Breakfast
The warm, clear turquoise water of Lake Bled is the backdrop for today’s sightseeing and you’ll have a full day to explore its enchanting landscape. There's plenty of time to explore the Lake Bled's picturesque surroundings as you stroll along its tranquil shores. The crystal-clear waters reflect the stunning Bled Castle perched atop a rocky cliff, while the traditional pletna boats glide gracefully towards the enchanting Bled Island. Lush greenery, quaint lakeside cafes, and the distant Julian Alps complete the idyllic scene, inviting you to savor every moment of this Slovenian paradise.This evening's exclusive Be My Guest experience is one you’ll be talking about for years to come: you’ll visit the Slibar farm, discovering how it has been run by the family for six generations. Enjoy homegrown Slovenian hospitality and all the local favorites served on sharing plates, including seasonal vegetables.
Accommodation: Park
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Leaving Bled behind, you’ll travel to one of Europe’s smallest capitals – the ‘Hero City’, Ljubljana. Discover its mythical dragon heritage as you explore the highlights on foot, enjoying the charm of this car-free university town. Walk through the Old Town with its two medieval squares, connected by narrow lanes, and stand in Prešeren Square, named after Slovenia’s greatest poet. From below, you’ll spot Ljubljana Castle keeping watch over the city, just as it has for more than nine centuries. The extraordinary Triple Bridge links the medieval heart of the city with its modern side. Later, stop in Postojna to visit the caves before crossing into Croatia’s riviera, where you’ll slow down and settle into the coastal town of Opatija.
Accommodation: Astoria Design Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Start in Pula, where a Local Specialist reveals the city’s strategic role through a visit to the 1st-century Pula Arena. Built at the same time as the Colosseum, this Roman amphitheater remains one of the best-preserved of its kind in the world. Continue to Rovinj, where time in the Old Town gives you the chance to explore its narrow streets, fishing-port setting and Mediterranean character. Back in Opatija, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy, perhaps with a walk along the Lungomare. Or choose an Optional Experience to Rijeka, exploring its historic port, the Korzo and Trsat Castle with a Local Specialist.
Accommodation: Astoria Design Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Few experiences can match today’s guided visit to UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of Croatia’s oldest and largest national parks. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, we’ve selected the park’s most scenic walking route, showcasing its spectacular network of cascading lakes, waterfalls and forest trails. Watch as the crystal-clear waters shift from azure to emerald and deep blue, depending on the light and time of day. Accompanied by your Local Specialist, enjoy breathtaking views of the lower canyon and discover the natural beauty of Kozjek Lake. Along the way, learn how these remarkable lakes, caves and waterfalls have been shaped over thousands of years and carefully preserved for future generations.
Accommodation: Palcich
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Join your Local Specialist and go beyond the fortress walls of Trogir to explore its charming medieval heart connected to the mainland and island of Čiovo by bridges. Learn about its rich history which spans the Hellenistic period to a time when Venice was the ruler of the Adriatic as you admire the island’s ornate Renaissance and Baroque buildings. You’ll visit Diocletian’s Palace around which the city of Split was built and Dive Into Culture hearing about the legacy of the Roman Empire and how Emperor Diocletian settled on this stunning landscape for his retirement, building a palace fit for an emperor. Your Local Specialist will share the remnants of luxurious squares and temples that still stand many centuries later. There’s no visiting Split without enjoying a seafood dinner and you’ll have plenty of time over the next two days to discover the city by night along with its Dalmatian flavors.
Accommodation: Atrium
Meals: Breakfast
Discover why Split has justifiably earned its nickname “the most beautiful city in the world” with a full day to explore its heart and beyond. People-watch in Pjaca Square where citizens of Split have met for centuries, then ascend the bell tower for magnificent views of the sprawling terracotta roofs and white marble façades that seem to tumble into the Adriatic. Having worked up an appetite, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the many cafes tucked away in hidden lanes – find one to enjoy a leisurely local lunch surrounded by Split’s rich history. You could choose instead a full-day Optional Experience to one of the Dalmatian Islands which will leave you with a deep appreciation for what it’s like to live in an area that is as beautiful as its history was tumultuous.
Accommodation: Atrium
Meals: Breakfast
The impressive walls of Dubrovnik beckon. It’s easy to see why poets, painters and playwrights were drawn to this walled city. Explore its cobbled staircases and backstreets, and uncover the layers of its past. Once a powerful city-state that rivalled Venice, Dubrovnik stood strong behind its fortified walls, resisting even the Ottomans. This morning, join your Local Specialist to see the Rector’s Palace, Onofrio’s Fountain and the city’s monastic landmarks. In the afternoon, you may choose an Optional Experience to a nearby village to see how olive oil is pressed the traditional way, followed by a home-cooked lunch. Another Optional Experience invites you on a sunset cruise along the Adriatic, with dinner served on board.
Accommodation: Lero
Meals: Breakfast
Today is yours to enjoy more of Dubrovnik before your tour comes to an end. You could join an Optional Experience to Cavtat, strolling the old town with your Local Specialist, before you visit a winery in the Konavle Valley for wine with pršut and cheese. This evening, gather for dinner, toasting to the Adriatic and the memories you’ve made.
Accommodation: Lero
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Our time together comes to an end this morning after breakfast.
Meals: Breakfast
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Reviews
Murray M. - Traveled, April 2025
Excellent way to see two lesser known countries. We’ve never had a poor travel director but we have to say our director on this trip, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was one of the best. Organization, local knowledge and personal attention despite having 48 people to deal with were all top quality. Our driver was of the usual high standard - tight corners, avoiding drunk drivers no problem. Does what it says- gives you the best of Slovenia and Croatia. Beautiful Lake Bled, the magnificent caves of Postojna, attractive Plitvice and ending in one of the world’s must-see cities - Dubrovnik. Plus the capitals Zagreb and a quick look at the charming Ljubljana. Of the optional excursions Lake Bled island and castle, and Hvar island are essential though almost all of them are worthwhile.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/01/2025
Peta Cartmill - Traveled, April 2025
Fabulous trip to Croatia and Slovenia. Very happy with every detail from the tour director to every email. After deciding to book a trip to work in with travel arrangements we had already made, we were pleased to book a definite departure date trip to Croatia and Slovenia. Wow, what a beautiful trip. We did all the optional extras which enhanced the trip although made it more expensive. Our tour director *personal information removed by Feefo* was excellent with every detail to the highest standard making for a very smooth trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/12/2025
Lynn Jones - Traveled, April 2025
Really good itinerary. Good pace tour, great hotels and *personal information removed by Feefo* was a great tour leader.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/07/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Book it now you won’t be disappointed. Very easy to book. Amazing tour guide and bus driver. I really loved the tour. Both countries are beautiful and our accommodations were great and comfortable with a few exceptions. The hotel at Lake Bled said it wasn’t hot enough to have their ac on and it really was so that was frustrating. I highly recommend the optional excursions. I cant imagine the trip without those actually. We did all but 3. I’d love to see you add back the optional Montenegro trip. Was disappointed when that was removed. It would be great to stay in Rovinj and Ljubljana. They were wonderful cities!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/17/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Excellent hotels located in prime areas at each destination. Breakfasts provided were multiple choices of items. Great service. Local guides all did a super job at each location. Incredible scenery. Really good pace of seeing both countries and including them together. The tour director did an excellent job and the bus driver was so good on the small roads.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/15/2025
Susan Dudding - Traveled, April 2025
This was a great trip! We saw so much of these countries! Very beautiful! The trip was very organized and went well!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/14/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Great holiday destination, well - coordinated, efficient travel director, effective communication and good planning. Well planned tour. enough time to rest and sightseeing and explore places. Excellent Travel Director. Ontime, efficient and great communicator.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/08/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Safe and relaxing trip and excellent Tour Director!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/10/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Great value. Nice balance of sightseeing and private time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/06/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Great trip. Good service. Beautiful countries. We were well- taken care of.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/30/2025
