12D Croatia and Slovenia Discovery

HIGHLIGHTS

4 Countries

Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Montenegro

7 Cities

Zagreb, Ljubljana, Sarajevo, Mostar, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Split

Includes:

Return economy class airfare with airport taxes & fuel charges

Accommodation, meals & transfers as per the itinerary

Licensed tour guide & driver

Sightseeing & admission fees as per itinerary

Complimentary basic travel insurance plan for Singapore citizens / residents / employment pass holders

ITINERARY

DAY 1: SINGAPORE - ZAGREB

Troop down to Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia.

Note

You will assemble at the airport 1 day before. However, the flight only departs after midnight.

DAY 2: ZAGREB - LJUBLJANA - LAKE BLED

Highlights:

Church of St Nicholas, Market Colonnade, Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge, Preseren Square

Upon arrival, make your way to Ljubljana, the capital and largest city of Slovenia. Ljubljana boasts a balanced mix of old and new, with centuries-old buildings surrounding a medieval heart beating in tandem with an increasingly modern outlook and a vivacious entertainment and cultural scene. Upon arrival, get acquainted with the city’s ancient charms with a tour through the heart of its old town. You will visit baroque-style architecture of Church of St Nicholas with its impressive twin bell towers and towering dome. Next, proceed to Market Colonnade and stroll through dozens of charming little shops selling a wide variety of souvenirs and local produce such as apples and honey. The market also curves along the east bank of the river Ljubljanica, between Triple Bridge and Dragon Bridge, offering plenty of visual treats as well. Cross Triple Bridge to the city’s main meeting point, Preseren Square, named after the greatest Slovene poet, France Preseren. Then, continue on your journey to Lake Bled.

DAY 3: LAKE BLED - OPATIJA

Highlights:

Church of the Assumption

Today, tour Slovenia’s most famous lake, Lake Bled. Marvel at the stunning crystal blue-green lake, immerse in its idyllic surroundings and fresh clear air, take a moment to ponder and understand why it is described by many as a paradise on Earth. Delve deeper into the region’s beauty with a traditional pletna boat ride to Bled Island, a picturesque islet crowned by the exquisite Church of the Assumption. Visit the church, climb up the stairs to the top and to ring the church bell for your wishes to come true. Thereafter, do not miss an opportunity to join an optional tour to Postojna Cave, a natural wonder of Slovenia, at your own expense. Then, continue on your journey to Opatija for your overnight stay.

DAY 4: OPATIJA - ZADAR

This morning get ready for a truffle hunting trip. Take a walk through the nearby woods with an experienced truffle hunter and learn how to sniff out a truffle and about this intriguing vocation. Thereafter, enjoy a tasting of regional specialties including truffles, olives and honey. Tonight, enjoy a relaxing stay in the pretty coastal city of Zadar. You will enjoy a seafood dinner paired with a glass of Ozjusko Pivo beer, the oldest beer brand produced in Croatia since 1892.

DAY 5: ZADAR - SARAJEVO

Highlights:

Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Tunnel Museum

This morning, cross the border to Bosnia and Herzegovina and proceed to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a city that had risen from the ashes time and time again from its tumultuous times throughout history. Now, its rejuvenated historic centre is filled with spired minarets, bustling bazaars and a certain buzz about the town. Explore Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and stroll down the cobbled streets of Bascarsija, founded by the Ottomans in the 15th century and you may think that you have landed in Turkey! Sarajevo is also the city that hosted the 1984 Winter Olympics. Visit Tunnel Museum to experience the life of the besieged during the war. If time permits, shop for traditional and handcrafted wares and try Bosnian coffee at your own expense.

DAY 6: SARAJEVO - MOSTAR

Highlights:

Stari Most

Next, continue our journey to the ancient town of Mostar. Mostar was initially developed by the Ottoman Empire and occupied by generations of multicultural residents ever since. Packed with plenty of architectural gems from different eras, ranging from pre-Ottoman, Ottoman, Mediterranean and Western European architectural elements, the city is a feast for the eyes. Walk across the old town’s indisputable star, Stari Most, also commonly known as Old Bridge, and revel in the moment as the pale stone arch cast a sweeping reflection on the Neretva river beneath.

DAY 7: MOSTAR - KOTOR - DUBROVNIK

Highlights:

Bay of Kotor

Today, travel to Kotor, a coastal town in Montenegro. Explore the Old Town and marvel at its many UNESCO World Heritage Sites including medieval churches and fortifications. Next, get ready to be lost for words as you stand before the mountain-rimmed Bay of Kotor, the deepest natural fjord-like bay in the Mediterranean Sa. The scenery around it, including the steep mountains which come almost straight down to the water edge, is spectacular. Thereafter, travel to Dubrovnik, also known as Pearl of the Adriatic.

DAY 8: DUBROVNIK

Highlights:

Rector’s Palace, Clock Tower, St Blaise Church, Onofrio Fountain, Orlando’s Column, Sponza Palace, Franciscan Monastery, Dubrovnik City Walls

Be in awe as you set eyes on Dubrovnik with its orange-hued roofs, ancient city walls, marble streets and Baroque buildings. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city’s landmarks such as Rector’s Palace, Clock Tower, St Blaise Church, Onofrio Fountain, Orlando’s Column and Sponza Palace will not fail to impress. Next, with your city walls admission, walk around the ancient fortress dotted with bastions, towers and detached forts. After, see Franciscan Monastery up close, which also houses Europe’s 3rd-oldest pharmacy. You may wish to join an optional cruise to sail along the Adriatic Sea, or take a ride up to Mount Srdj for breathtaking views of the Old City at your own expense.

DAY 9: DUBROVNIK - SPLIT

Highlights:

Diocletian’s Palace, Temple of Jupiter, Cathedral of St Domnius

This morning, drive through the Croatian countryside to Split, the 2nd-largest city in Croatia. Soak up the exuberance of the Dalmatian city of Split as you embark on a city tour through its most important sights. Relive the days of the past as you come face-to-face with Diocletian’s Palace, Temple of Jupiter and Cathedral of St Domnius. With the dramatic coastline and turquoise waters of the Adriatic surrounding remnants of Roman, Renaissance and Gothic buildings, this charming city is a sight to behold.

DAY 10: SPLIT - KRKA NATIONAL PARK - ZAGREB

Highlights:

Krka National Park, Roosevelt Square, Ban Jelacic Square, Zagreb Cathedral, Croatian Parliament, St Mark’s Church, Kamenita Vrata, Lotrscak Tower

This morning, visit Krka National Park, the second most visited National Park in Croatia. Take in the sweeping views of the park while gawking at the 17 different waterfalls within the park grounds. Then, enjoy a scenic drive back to Zagreb. Embark on a sightseeing tour of this old Central European city, with its Baroque atmosphere in the upper town, picturesque open-air markets and great shopping. Take in sights like Roosevelt Square, Ban Jelacic Square and Zagreb Cathedral. Go back in time to the Middle Ages with a stroll through the upper town to Croatian Parliament, St Mark’s Church, Kamenita Vrata or Stone Gate, and the ancient Lotrscak Tower.

DAY 11: ZAGREB - SINGAPORE

If time permits, of course there is always last-minute shopping before bidding farewell to Zagreb as you transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 12: ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE