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8-Day Essentials of Slovenia & Croatia

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Trip Overview

Explore the very best parts of Slovenia and Croatia in an eight-day tour of the neighbouring countries.

You'll get a feel of the Alps with the picturesque Bled and Julian Alps, and taste the Mediterranean with the Adriatic pearls that are Hvar and Dubrovnik. The tour will take you to charming Ljubljana, the amazing Plitvice lakes and the very scenic coastal town of Split, dowsed in history, with one of the largest, best-preserved Roman palaces outside of Italy.

From mountain landscapes to coastal beaches and islands, this 8-day Slovenia and Croatia itinerary showcases the diversity of the Balkan region.
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Outdoors & Nature
Adventure
Culture & Arts

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Itinerary

Day 1

Bled Arrival

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Bled Arrival

Upon arrival at Ljubljana airport, you'll be transferred by your private guide to the hotel at Lake Bled and check-in. Then, you'll have a sightseeing tour of the picturesque town of Bled, with its castle and a small island. You'll be free to explore by yourself in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rikli Balance4 star

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    Activities

    Bled

    Pletna Boat to Bled Island

    Bled Castle

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport to Rikli Balance Hotel

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    Destinations

    Bled

Day 2

Skocjan Caves & Lipica Stud Farm

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Skocjan Caves & Lipica Stud Farm

You'll start the day by walking through the most spectacular caves in Slovenia, Skocjan.A unique natural phenomenon, the Skocjan Caves are the creation of the Reka River. Springs from below the Snežnik Plateau allow the river to flow some fifty-five kilometres below the surface. Next, you'll head to the Lipica stud farm, the home of the endemic Lipizzaner horses, the stable dates back to 1580. In the evening, you'll return to Bled where you will spend the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rikli Balance4 star

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    Activities

    Skocjan Caves

    Lipica Stud Farm

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bled to Skocjan Caves

    Private Driver from Lipica to Bled

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bled

    Cerknica

    Lipica

Day 3

Soca Valley & Goriska Brda

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Soca Valley & Goriska Brda

From Bled, you'll drive over the mountain pass, Vršič, towards the emerald river, Soča. You'll stop en route to see the remains of World War One and drive to the famous wine-producing region of Goriška Brda to taste some world-famous wine. Goriska Brda is a tiny area that is bursting with life and natural wonder with the stunning blue waters of the Soca River running through it. You'll spend the night in a local farmhouse.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Gredic4 star

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    Activities

    Soca Valley

    Vrsic Pass

    Soca River Rafting or KayakingOptional Activity

    Goriska Brda

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bled to Soča

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bled

    Trenta

    Bovec

    Ceglo

    Dobrovo

Day 4

Ljubljana & Plitvice Lakes

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Ljubljana & Plitvice Lakes

Halfway through your Slovenia and Croatia itinerary, you'll drive towards Ljubljana for a walk through the old town through the vibrant streets and along the river to enjoy the picturesque Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture. Then, you'll continue towards Plitvice lakes with some stops along the way. On arrival, you'll check-in and have time to relax.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Degenija4 star

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    Activities

    Ljubljana

    Ljubljana CastleOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Brda to Ljubljana

    Private Driver from Ljubljana to Plitvice Lakes National Park

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ceglo

    Ljubljana

    Selište Drežničko

Day 5

Plitvice Lakes & Onwards to Split

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Plitvice Lakes & Onwards to Split

You'll start the day with a walk through the Plitvice National Park admiring the lakes, waterfalls and spectacular scenery. Then, we journey from Plitvice towards Dalmatia and its biggest town, Split. Upon arrival, walk through the old town with the 1700-year-old Diocletian's Palace and absorb the atmosphere of the vibrant street life. Split is the cultural and art centre of Croatia which has preserved the country's heritage for centuries.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Luxe Split4 star

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    Activities

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Split

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Split

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Selište Drežničko

    Plitvički Ljeskovac

    Split

Day 6

Hvar Island

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Hvar Island

In the morning, you'll continue to one of the most beautiful islands along the Adriatic coast, Hvar and an interesting town with the same name. The ancient town has a rich history and could be almost likened to a fairytale with all with beautiful architecture, traffic-free stone streets, mild climate and wonderful wildlife. You'll take a leisurely walk through the old town, with the added possibility of a tour of the Devils islands that are near the town.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Adriana4 star

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    Activities

    Hvar Town

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Split to Hvar

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

    Hvar

Day 7

Explore Hvar & Dubrovnik

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Explore Hvar & Dubrovnik

After breakfast you'll head on, driving across to Hvar island towards Dubrovnik. Upon arrival, you'll take a guided tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide where you will visit the old pharmacy and a Franciscan monastery. In the evening, you'll walk along the spectacular city walls to admire the wonderful view.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Neptun4 star

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    Activities

    Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik City Walls

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Hvar to Dubrovnik

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hvar

    Dubrovnik

Day 8

Departure from Dubrovnik

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Departure from Dubrovnik

After breakfast, you'll have some free time. Later on, you'll transfer to Dubrovnik airport to mark the end of your Slovenia and Croatia itinerary.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Neptun to Dubrovnik Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Dubrovnik

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What’s included?

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 12 activities
  • 7 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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