Jewels of the Adriatic

From the canals of Venice we enter Croatia and visit historic Pula. Nestled on the shores of the eastern Adriatic Pula possesses many magnificently preserved Roman ruins including an imposing 1st Century AD amphitheatre a worthy rival to Rome's Colosseum. Travelling now northeast we enter Slovenia, almost without peer in Europe for natural beauty, and base ourselves in her classy and cosmopolitan capital - Ljubljana. A day of scenic delights follows as we explore beautiful Lake Bohinj before descending upon one of Europe's most sublime locations - Lake Bled where the included traditional 'Pletna' boat ride to Bled Island is sure to be a treasured memory. The ice blue lakes and cascading waterfalls of Croatia's Plitvice National Park our our next highlight. We explore this natural phenomenon by foot on the network of wooden pathways that spread out like spiders webs across this watery wonderland. Two days in the charming medieval walled city of Zadar give us plenty of time to explore and view its famed sunset that so impressed VIP visitor Ernest Hemmingway he called it the world's finest. Continuing south to our base at Split, a coastal city that Roman Emperor Diocletian made his home in the 3rd Century AD, our trip over the next week takes on a slightly more adventurous flavour. We combine scenic boat trips with walking and cycling excursions to explore the Dalmatian Coastal islands of Brac, Hvar and Lokrum. We spend two days exploring Croatia's most beautiful island - the verdant pristine delights of Mjlet National Park by cycle, boat and canoe. Our glorious conclusion comes in the form of two nights in magical Dubrovnik.

Highlights

  • Venice
  • Rovinj
  • Pula
  • Ljubljana
  • Lake Bohinj
  • Lake Bled
  • Plitvice National Park
  • Zadar
  • Sibenik
  • Split
  • Brac & Hvar Islands
  • Mjlet National Park
  • Dubrovnik

    Itinerary:

    1 (Sun) Arrive in Venice.2 Drive to Rovinj then continue on to Pula.3 Drive to Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana. Sightseeing tour of the old city centre.4 Drive to Lake Bohinj. Cable car ride to the top of Mt Vogel. Traditional pletna boat ride to Bled Island.5 Visit Croatia's Plitvice National Park.6 Travel to the walled city of Zadar. Afternoon sightseeing including the Roman forum and St Donatus Church.7 Free day at leisure in Zadar. Optional excursion to the Kornati Islands.8 Travel to Split via Sibenik, Trogir and the Roman city of Salona.9 Ferry to the island of Brac. Cycling tour (20km)10 Ferry to Hvar. Cycling tour (20km). Afternoon visit to Hvar Town.11 Morning tour of Trogir followed by half-day guided exploration of Split including Diocletian's Palace. Transfer to Ston and by boat to Mjlet.12 Explore Mjlet island - walking, cycling and canoeing (20km). Visit the monastery on St Mary's island. 13 Morning ferry to Dubrovnik. City tour including the Franciscan monastery, Rector's Palace and city walls.14 Short boat ride to Lokrum. Visit Napoleon's fortress and botanical gardens. Return to Dubrovnik for afternoon at leisure.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 PDI Please 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

    • Details

    Tour Operator
    Adventure Center
    Offer
    Offer valid through 8/31/2008
    Duration
    15 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Dates/Pricing
    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    September 21, 2008$4,225.00* (USD) / Total Prepaid Cost in $4225Quote
    October 05, 2008$4,225.00* (USD) / Total Prepaid Cost in $4225Quote
    April 12, 2009$4,225.00* (USD) / Total Prepaid Cost in $4225Quote
    May 17, 2009$4,225.00* (USD) / Total Prepaid Cost in $4225Quote
    June 07, 2009$4,225.00* (USD) / Total Prepaid Cost in $4225Quote

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