16 Days | Explore three glorious European countries from Rome to Split.
Embrace the cultural, culinary and natural delights of Italy, Slovenia and Croatia on a 16-day Premium adventure. Travel through the rustic heart of Tuscany, explore the wonders of Venice’s Piazza San Marco, Pisa’s Leaning Tower and Rome’s Colosseum with an expert local leader. Discover the beaming waters of Lake Bled and the underground world of the Postojna Caves. Ride the cable car up Mt Vogel for views over Lake Bohinj, and appreciate the caves and waterfalls abound in Plitvice Lakes National Park. Coloured by sunshine and flavoured with local wine, this pocket of Europe is a joy to explore.
Trip overview
- Start
- Rome, Italy
- Finish
- Split, Croatia
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Croatia, Italy, Slovenia
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Premium
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- ZMPUC
- Nestled in the rolling vineyards of Tuscany's Chianti region, spend two memorable nights in a converted castle hotel and dine on a multi-course gourmet meal at the onsite restaurant.
- Explore Rome’s iconic Colosseum under moonlight during an evening tour. Walk in the footsteps of gladiators without the jostling daytime crowds.
- Delight in regional specialties during a wine-tasting at a family garden vineyard in Tuscany and a truffle and Istrian wine tasting in Motovun.
- Take advantage of local knowledge when you travel with expert local leaders who will share the best of their countries, bring history to life and know all the best places to eat.
- Enjoy your own slice of paradise at your feature stay hotel. The stunning Hotel Istra sits on its own private island, with world class service, fantastic facilities and beautiful grounds to explore.
- Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
- During your trip you will visit numerous religious sites. You will need to bring clothes that cover the shoulders and knees. A light scarf is a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it’s hot. Your leader will be able to advise when such clothing is necessary.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Itinerary
Inclusions
14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners
High-speed train, Private vehicle
Comfortable Hotel (12 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
- Arrival airport transfer
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- Luggage transfer
- Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
- 24/7 on-ground support
- Rome - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Rome – Coffee Granita (Coffee semi-frozen dessert)
- Rome – Guided walking tour
- Rome – Nobleman’s home visit and lunch (Exclusive Experience)
- Siena - Orientation Walk
- Monteriggioni - Orientation Walk
- Chianti Region - Gourmet Dinner
- San Gimignano - Agriturismo Winery Tour & Tasting
- Florence - Orientation Walk
- Pisa - Pisa Visit & Orientation walk
- Lucca - City Walls & Orientation Walk
- Florence - Galleria dell ’Accademia admission
- Florence – Highlights of Florence Guided walk
- Venice - Orientation Walk including Fondaco Terrace Rooftop
- Venice -Traghetto boat ride
- Venice - Farewell Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Venice - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Postojna - Caves Visit
- Ljubljana - Walking Tour
- Ljubljana - Castle visit & funicular
- Bled - Pletna Boat Trip on Lake Bled
- Lake Bohinj - Cable Car to Mt Vogel
- Lake Bohinj - Day Trip
- Motovun - Truffle & Wine Tasting
- Rovinj - Orientation Walk
- Motovun - Town Walls Walk
- Plitvice Lakes National Park - Entrance & Hike
- Zadar - Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide
- Zadar - Sunset Drink
- Sibenik - Orientation Walk
- Sibenik - St. James Cathedral
- Vatican City - Vatican Museum - EUR25
- Vatican City - St Peter's Dome Climb & Elevator - EUR10
- Rome - Venezia Palace - EUR17
- Rome - Galleria Borghese - EUR17
- Rome - Pantheon - EUR5
- Rome - Castel Sant'Angelo - EUR19
- Rome - Christian Catacombs - EUR10
- Rome - Keats-Shelley Memorial House - EUR6
- Rome – Colosseum - EUR18
- Pisa - Leaning Tower of Pisa - EUR27
- Florence - Museo dell'Opera di S.Maria del Fiore - EUR15
- Florence - Pitti Palace (Boboli Gardens, Museo Argenti, Costume Gallery, Porcellain Museum) - EUR22
- Florence - Bargello Museum - EUR16
- Florence - Palazzo Vecchio - EUR12
- Florence - Uffizi Gallery - EUR29
- Florence - Medici Chapels - EUR17
- Florence - Baptistry - EUR10
- Florence - Duomo & Campanile - EUR15
- Florence - Accademia - EUR20
- Venice - Chicchetti & Wine Tour of Venice Urban Adventure - EUR112
- Venice - Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs - EUR30
- Venice - Gondola Ride - EUR80
- Venice - St Mark's Basilica Treasury - EUR5
- Venice - St Mark's Campanile - EUR12
- Venice - Traghetto Ride - EUR2
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection - EUR17
- Venice - Accademia Gallery - EUR16
- Bled - Castle - EUR15
- Triglav National Park - Vintgar Gorge - EUR10
- Zadar - Krka National Park Day Trip - EUR90
- Zadar - Kornati National Park Day Trip - EUR70
- Zadar – Gold and Silver of the city of Zadar Museum - EUR6
- Zadar – Museum of ancient glass - EUR6
- Zadar - Archaeological Museum - EUR5
- Split - Fish Market - Free
- Split – Highlights of Split Urban Adventure - EUR64
- Split - Marjan Hill Hike - Free
- Split - Ivan Mestrovic Gallery - EUR12
- Split - Archaeological Museum - EUR8
- Split - Diocletian's Palace Cellars - EUR7
- Split - St Domnius Cathedral and Tower - EUR10
- Split - Ethnographic Museum - EUR3
- Split - Gallery of Fine Arts - EUR5
- Split - City Museum - EUR4
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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