16 Days | Explore the glorious Adriatic coast, from Venice to Dubrovnik
Discover a piece of paradise as you dive into the best of Slovenia and Croatia on a 16-day Premium adventure. Explore the glittering canals of Venice, the beaming waters of Lake Bled, the underground world of the Postojna Caves and the caves and waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Go beneath the surface of Split and Dubrovnik, get away from the modern world and in with the locals on the remote island of Lastovo, and soak up ancient riches on the historical island of Korcula. From sun-soaked beaches to fantastic local wine, you’re never far from a good time on the beautiful Adriatic coast.
Trip overview
- Start
- Venice, Italy
- Finish
- Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Italy, Croatia, 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
- ZMPJC
Our best 4-star accommodation and the highest level of service
All must-see locations plus authentic experiences exclusive to Premium
Trips led by our most experienced and highest-rated local leaders
- pend two nights in Santa Lucia Heritage Hotel – your Feature Stay in Split –located right in the popular Pjaca (also known as the Peoples Square). This gorgeous 1776 building was recently restored and features the la luce terrace, a secret garden and private dining options.
- Delight in a truffle tasting in Motovun during an Exclusive Experience. Truffles are combined with local speciality dishes and a sommelier will pair your tasting with suitable Istrian wines to try.
- Travel with experienced local leaders who will share local secrets, insider knowledge and historical information and follow a local guide through Diocletian's Palace in Split.
- Immerse yourself in local culture during an Exclusive Experience as you head out with a fisherman from Lastovo Island, helping to bring in the daily catch and enjoying an on-board lunch of the freshest seafood imaginable.
- Explore scenic Croatian towns with glittering harbors and ancient facades, including the resort town of Opatija and seaside Sibenik, where you'll explore the 15th century stone Cathedral of St. James, decorated with 71 sculpted faces.
- Croatia’s coast is very hilly and mountainous, which means lots of steps are an inherent feature of the landscape. You will have to be able to easily lift your luggage and carry it up and down stairs and inclines. Also, stone streets become very slippery when wet, so good walking shoes are recommended.
- 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.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Inclusions
14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
Public bus, Private vehicle, Ferry
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
- Venice - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- 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
- Split - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Split - Walking Tour with Local Guide
- Split - Diocletian's Palace Visit
- Korcula Island - Korcula Old Town Orientation Walk
- Korcula - Local Winery lunch and wine tasting
- Vela Luka - Vela Spila
- Korcula - Custom half day tour
- Korcula – Blato Ethno House Barilo
- Dubrovnik - City Walls
- Trsteno - Arboretum visit
- Trsteno - Olive Farm tasting and brunch
- Dubrovnik - Sunset Sailing
- Venice - Chicchetti & Wine Tour of Venice Urban Adventure - EUR99
- 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
- Korcula - Traditional Moreska Dance Performance - EUR18
- Korcula – Hop on hop off boat - EUR20
- Korcula – City Museum - EUR6
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.
3. As of April 2024, Venice will implement a visitor’s fee for all travellers visiting the city between 25 April and 15 July 2024. This fee is not payable by Intrepid customers, however you will need to apply for an exemption before arrival at https://cda.comune.venezia.it/en/richiestaEsenzione. For further information, please see the “Passports, visas and entry requirements,” section of your Essential Trip Information.
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