10 Days | Enjoy natural wonders and culinary delights in Croatia, Slovenia and Italy
Discover the rich artistic heritage, natural attractions and acclaimed cuisines of Croatia, Slovenia and Italy on this ten-day trip from Dubrovnik to Venice. Soak up Split’s stunning ocean views, see Dubrovnik's renowned walled city and wander through the pristine natural beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park – a must-see UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get acquainted with Croatia’s capital Zagreb, explore Ljubljana’s Old Town and be romanced and entranced by Venice, where you end it all (or extend your adventures). Take in both acclaimed landmarks and lesser-known attractions with a trip that covers all the nature-loving bases in some of the Mediterranean’s hottest locations.
Trip overview
- Start
- Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Finish
- Venice, Italy
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Italy, Croatia, Slovenia
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- ZMRI
- Explore a lesser-visited part of Croatia during a day trip to the Elafiti Islands. Soak up free to explore, unwind in nature or float in the crystal clear waters.
- Stroll through Plitvice Lakes National Park – a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site – marvelling at luminous lakes and azure waterfalls that look like they’ve been sketched by an artist.
- Walk the streets, medieval buildings and restored castle of Ljubljana’s charming Old Town on foot. Your local leader will know all the hotspots, plus the best cafes for a coffee break.
- Feast on Mediterranean fresh seafood, Italian-influenced antipasti and the crunchy, doughy dessert of fritule in the culinary capital of Croatia – Zagreb. Then if you like, explore the touching Museum of Broken Relationships.
- Journey to romantic Venice – like no other city in the world. Fall in love with its labyrinth of alleyways, canals, lagoon islands, and endless historic attractions and hop on a gondola if you want to explore the city from a different perspective.
- This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time when your leader will offer suggestions. Please budget spending money for optional activities you want to partake in.
- Accommodation on this trip is basic. Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small, especially compared to American or Australian standards, and in some cases bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite. Some hotels contain stairs only, with no elevators.
- Summer temperatures can be very high in many regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s essential to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Many European hotel rooms are not equipped with air-conditioning. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability for that season.
- You'll have to carry your own luggage on this trip, including some short distances between your hotel and public transport (no longer than 30 minutes). Make sure your bag doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find details in the 'Packing' section of the Essential Trip Information.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024
Itinerary
Inclusions
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle
Hostel (4 nights), Pension (2 nights), Hotel (3 night)
- Dubrovnik – Elafiti Island Day Trip
- Plitvice Lakes - National Park Visit
- Zagreb – Dolac Market Lunch
- Zagreb - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Dubrovnik - Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence - EUR4
- Dubrovnik - Lokrum Island Boat Trip - EUR27
- Dubrovnik - War Photography Museum - EUR10
- Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace - EUR13
- Dubrovnik - Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure - EUR69
- Dubrovnik - Srd Hill Hike - Free
- Dubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery - EUR4
- Dubrovnik - City Walls Walk - EUR35
- Split - Fish Market - Free
- Split - Hiking in Mosor with traditional dinner - EUR64
- Split - Cooking Class including Lunch or Dinner - EUR80
- Split - Diocletian's Palace Cellars - EUR7
- Split - Ethnographic Museum - EUR3
- Split - City Museum - EUR4
- Split - Gallery of Fine Arts - EUR5
- Split - St Domnius Cathedral and Tower - EUR10
- Split – Highlights of Split Urban Adventure - EUR64
- Zagreb - Mirogoj Cemetery - Free
- Zagreb - Cathedral - Free
- Zagreb - Kula Lotrščak - EUR3
- Zagreb - The Croatian Museum of Naive Art - EUR5
- Ljubljana - Dragon Bridge - Free
- Ljubljana - Metelkova Neighbourhood - Free
- Ljubljana - Castle and Funicular - EUR16
- Ljubljana - Sights & Bites Urban Adventure - EUR130
- Bled - Day Trip by Public Bus - EUR15
- Bled - Castle - EUR15
- Bled - Pletna Boat Trip - EUR14
- Venice - Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs - EUR30
- Venice - Gondola Ride - EUR80
- Venice - St Mark's Basilica Treasury - EUR5
- Venice - Accademia Gallery - EUR16
- Venice - Traghetto Ride - EUR2
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection - EUR17
- Venice - Chicchetti & Wine Tour of Venice Urban Adventure - EUR99
- Venice - St Mark's Campanile - EUR12
- Ca’ D’Oro - Galería Franchetti - EUR15
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is not available on this trip.
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