See spectacular Croatia on this 2-Week guided tour including a week-long luxury cruise. Enjoy a mix of medieval and modern sightseeing with a Local Expert in Zagreb. See hundreds of waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park, then journey to the Opatija Riviera for striking views of the Adriatic Sea. Hunt for truffles with a local farmer and his hound dogs in Istria. Explore the Museum of Apoxyomenos, allowing you unparalleled access to its 2,000-year-old Greek bronze statue. Savor oysters straight from the sea in the picturesque fishing village of Mali Ston, then tour the marble streets of Old Town Dubrovnik with a Local Expert. Later, choose to walk the city’s expansive walls or visit its world-class museums.
Locations Visited
Zagreb, Opatija, Pula, Istria, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Trogir, Ston, Dubrovnik, Krka National Park, Skradin, Šibenik, Kornati National Park, Telašćica, Sali, Mali Losinj, Zadar, Primošten
Countries Visited
Croatia
Travel Style
Luxury Gold
Accommodations
13
nights included
Age Requirements
Minimum age 5
Itinerary
COLLAPSE ALLEXPAND ALL
Day 1
Welcome to Zagreb
Your tour begins with a private chauffeur to your luxurious hotel. Tonight, dine on a selection of traditional Croatian dishes.
Accommodation
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
Meals
Dinner
Highlights
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
With a long history of excellent service, dating back to the mid 1920s, the Esplanade Zagreb Hotel harmoniously blends its art nouveau and art deco heritage with contemporary finishes. The hotel's central location makes it a convenient base for your two-night stay as you explore the city and its surrounds. Guest rooms reflect Hollywood glamour, decorated with classic and elegant style, ensuring you will be most comfortable throughout your stay.
Zagreb Dinner
Meet your Travel Concierge and fellow travelers for dinner at Boban, a famous Zagreb restaurant.
Day 2
Zagreb Sightseeing
Encounter Zagreb’s Ban Josip Jelačić Square. Ascend the Upper Town via funicular for panoramic views before continuing to the Opatija Riviera, once a favorite seaside retreat of the elite.
Accommodation
Hotel Ambassador Opatija
Meals
Breakfast
Highlights
Zagreb City Tour
Join your Local Expert on an orientation city tour showcasing the charming atmosphere of the lower town then travel to the medieval upper town by funicular to see the colorful Church of St. Mark and Lotrščak Tower.
Truly magnificent, the colossal Pula Arena was built in the 1st century AD during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, around the same time as the Colosseum of Rome. As you stroll its vast interior, picture the fierce gladiator battles that once took place here in front of 20,000 spectators.
Istria Truffle Hunting
Learn about the aromatic 'black diamonds' and join a local farmer and his well-trained hounds to hunt for truffle, and sample a selection of salamis, spreads and cheeses prepared with this gourmet delicacy.
Day 4
Plitvice Lakes National Park
At the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes, be mesmerized by the waterfalls and turquoise waters as you snake your way around the boardwalks on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Continue to the charming seaport city of Split.
Accommodation
Hotel Park, Split
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Highlights
Lunch by the Plitvice Lakes National Park
Taste local dishes before your visit to Plitvice Lakes
Learn about Conservation Work at Plitvice National Park
Find yourself in paradise on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in the breath-taking Plitvice Lakes National Park. On your unforgettable exploration, team up with a Local Expert to learn about the Park’s invaluable research and conservation of its native species.
Day 5
Board your Adriatic Cruise
Soak up Split’s Old Town including the remains of Diocletian’s Palace and enjoy lunch before boarding your cruise ship for your week sailing the Adriatic. Relax in the lounge chairs or hot tub with a cocktail in hand. Voyage to Trogir, savoring a delicious dinner on board.
Accommodation
Markan, Katarina Line
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Highlights
Visit Diocletian's Palace, Split
Explore above and below the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace. A Local Expert guides you through labyrinthine streets to see the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, the Temple of Jupiter, the Golden Gate and the Cellars.
Dine onboard your ship
Dine onboard your ship, the MV Markan.
Day 6
Krka National Park Waterfalls
At the acclaimed Bibich Winery indulge in Croatian wines and a light tapas lunch. See the cascading waterfalls of Krka National Park’s and Sibenik’s 15th-century cathedral.
Accommodation
Markan, Katarina Line
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Highlights
Bibich Winery Tasting and Tapas Lunch
Specialists in boutique wine production, the Bibich vineyards are over 500 years old. With a deep devotion to the native grape and a strong respect for the land, the vintners of Bibich represent generations of family vintners. Taste some of the finest Croatian wines, paired expertly with tapas, for a true flavor of the region.
Krka National Park Visit
Admire the beauty and power of nature as you stroll shaded paths with cascades all around you. The spectacular waterfalls of Krka National Park are formed from the Krka and Čikola Rivers. Formed like a series of terraces, they spill over 17 travertine steps in a series of cascades, creating the mighty Skradinski Buk waterfall, which towers 45 meters high. Despite the power of the rushing waters, the pool below remains so tranquil it is possible to swim right up to the base of the falls.
Šibenik Walking Tour
With an Local Expert, explore this charming city of sun, sea and stone. Built on rocks and constructed with rocks,Šibenik is filled with incredible historical sites, beautiful seaside hangouts, and quaint alleys and squares. Meander through the maze of streets and admire 15thcentury architecture, including City Hall and the Cathedral of St. James.
Day 7
The Islands of Kornati National Park and Telašćica Bay
Sail through Kornati National Park’s maze of jewel-like islands past ruins and Roman villas. Swim in crystal clear waters before arriving in Telašćica Bay. Stroll to the Salt Lake and stand in awe at the famous White Cliffs, rising 162 meters above the blue waters. After your visit, continue to Sali.
Accommodation
Markan, Katarina Line
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Highlights
Sail through the Kornati National Park
Sail through the maze of the 89 rocky islands in the Kornati National Park and take time to relax and recharge as you cruise past ruins of the ancient Illyrian fortress, Roman villas, and medieval settlements.
Visit the Salt Lakes & White Cliffs of Telašćica Nature Park
Discover the natural wonders of Telašćica Bay, one of the most beautiful locations on the Adriatic. Learn about the formation of the Salt Lake following the last Ice Age. Located inland in a karst depression, the intriguing lake is filled through underground cracks and limestone channels fed by the sea, from which it is separated by only a narrow strip of rock. And admire the iconic white cliffs. Towering 162 meters tall and gleaming out over the deep blue ocean, these are some of the steepest cliffs to rise out over the Adriatic.
Day 8
Mali Lošinj
Cruise to the island of Lošinj touring Mali Lošinj town’s harbor and historic quarter. Enjoy a private tour of the Museum of Apoxyomenos, home of the preserved 2000-year-old bronze statue.
Accommodation
Markan, Katarina Line
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Highlights
VIP Visit to the Museum of Apoxymenos in Mali Lošinj
Embark on an exclusive and immersive exploration of the Museum of Apoxymenos. Get to know the story of the 2000-year-old Greek bronze statue, perfectly preserved in the nearby seabed, and housed in the thoughtfully designed museum.
Day 9
Explore Zadar
Admire the Roman Forum, the city's meeting place for over 2000 years, sip coffee in one of the cafes by St Anastasia's Cathedral or view St. Donatus Basilica and the Venetian city walls. Experience a symphony of sound from the Sea Organ.
Accommodation
Markan, Katarina Line
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Highlights
Zadar City Tour
Join your Local Expert to see the remains of the 1st century Roman Forum, admire the 9th century St Donatus Basilica, and walk through the 16th century Venetian city walls.
See Zadar's Sea Organ
Visit the modern Sea Organ and take a moment to enjoy the symphony of sounds generated by the waves.
Day 10
Admire Vodice and Primošten
Delight in the picturesque coastline, and after a brief stop at Vodice, continue to charming Primošten. Admire one of the most beautiful towns of the Dalmatian coast famous for its medieval aspect. Let this peninsula that was once an island astound you with its beauty. Enjoy time to swim and then have a relaxing lunch onboard. Tonight let us wine and dine you with a Captain’s Dinner.
Accommodation
Markan, Katarina Line
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Highlights
Enjoy a Relaxing Swim Stop
Take a break from sightseeing with a stop to swim in the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Take a Kayak Ride Along the Coast
Explore the beautiful, rugged coastline from your ship's kayaks.
Captain's Dinner
Enjoy a Captain's Dinner tonight with live entertainment aboard the MV Markan.
Day 11
Split
Enjoy a beautiful swim stop this morning before a relaxing lunch. Admire the views from the deck as you cruise on to Split. Upon arrival join your Local Expert for a guided tour or take some time to explore the cobblestone streets lined with shops and historical buildings. Enjoy the cafes and restaurants of the seaside promenade.
Accommodation
Markan, Katarina Line
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Highlights
Split Walking Tour
Join a Local Expert for a guided tour of Split, a dynamic port city with a medieval Old Town. Grown around the 1.700-year-old Diocletian's Palace, Split bustles with modern life amid its ancient Roman setting. Cafés, restaurants, and galleries cram the cobblestone alleyways, the waterfront and the Marjan peninsula, making Croatia's second-largest city one of the Mediterranean's most compelling.
Day 12
Oyster Tasting and Dubrovnik
Savor fresh oysters in the fishing village of Mali Ston. Arrive at your historic hotel just outside Dubrovnik's city walls and view the Rector’s Palace, St. Blaise’s Cathedral and the Dominican Monastery with a Local Expert.
Accommodation
Hilton Dubrovnik
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Highlights
Ston Oyster Tasting
The quiet town of Mali Ston, set beneath a hilltop fortress has become famous for the mussels and oysters that thrive in its salt-rich channel. Stroll out to the floating oyster beds and, with a cooling ocean breeze in the air, savor fresh, briny oysters straight from the sea. Enjoy more of the region’s tempting cuisine over lunch prepared with seasonal ingredients.
Dubrovnik Evening City Tour
Once the sun has lowered and the crowds have disappeared join your Local Expert for a memorable evening sightseeing walk through the marble streets of Dubrovnik’s Old Town and see the Rector’s Palace, St. Blaise’s Cathedral and the Dominican Monastery.
Day 13
Dubrovnik Your Way
Discover the best of Dubrovnik today with your Dubrovnik Museum Passes and personalized recommendations from your Travel Concierge. Choose to stroll along the impressive city walls, taking in the mesmerizing myriad of red roofs tucked within the city juxtaposed against the dazzling blue of the Adriatic just beyond the wall. Or, history lovers will want to visit one of the city’s many captivating museums including the Franciscan Monastery Museum set inside a 14th-century cloister exhibiting rare books and a medieval pharmacy that's been in use since 1317, the Maritime Museum, or War Photo Limited. After a relaxing afternoon soaking up the sun on your hotel’s private beach, tonight raise a glass to your amazing travels at your Celebration Dinner.
Accommodation
Hilton Dubrovnik
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
Visit Dubrovnik's Old Town Museums
Archaeology, art, natural history, traditional culture, maritime history. Choose from the many museums in this fascinating city with your Dubrovnik Pass.
Visit the Dubrovnik City Walls
With your included Dubrovnik Pass hike around the impressive City Walls and take in the mesmerizing views of the myriad of red roofs and the dazzling Adriatic.
Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik
The historic Hilton Imperial, Dubrovnik blends the charm of the late 1800s with modern styling on the edge of Dubrovnik’s Old Town. The Hilton Imperial is perfectly situated to take in views of the Adriatic Sea as well as exploration of Pile Gate, the Lovrijenac Fort and Šulić beach.
Dubrovnik Celebration Dinner
At your Celebration Dinner, raise a glass and savor local dishes toasting to new places and memories.
Day 14
Farewell Dubrovnik
Conclude your Zagreb to Dubrovnik tour with a private transfer to Dubrovnik Airport.
Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securingexclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes andpreferences.
In select destinations, our network of LocalExpert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulgein breakfast in bed.
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Included at all hotels.
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Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, areincluded.
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Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout yourjourney, infused with discovery and adventure.
Wifi
Enjoy complimentary hotelWi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboardWi-Fi may also be available.
Transport
Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additionalaccommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
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