After checking into our charming, centrally located hotel, we’ll enjoy a walking tour of historic Ljubljana, ending at a locals-favourite restaurant for our first sumptuous meal together.
Sleep: Ljubljana (1 night) / Walking: Light / Meals provided: Dinner

Day 2 – Lake Bled

The most scenic lake in Europe?  Perhaps!  With a tiny island (Slovenia’s one and only) topped by a beautiful baroque church and an imposing castle on a cliff overlooking the whole thing… it’s certainly a stunning sight.  We’ll visit both the island, by way of a classic pletna boat, and the castle today.  Later in the afternoon you might find yourself swimming the lake, visiting the hotel spa, hiking up into the hills… it’s up to you!
Sleep: Bled (2 nights) / Walking: Moderate / Bus: 1 hour / Meals provided: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 3 – The Julian Alps

After breakfast we’ll board our coach for a trip up into the Julian Alps to experience the mountain air and some Alpine delicacies and local wines as well!  After lunch we’ll head back down into Bled for more rest and relaxation or swimming and hiking or whatever you want.
Sleep: Bled / Walking: Moderate / Bus: 3 hours / Meals provided: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 4 – Deeper Underground

On our way to Croatia, we’ll make a stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Skocjan Caves.  Our guide will take us through these ancient caves on a very modern footpath – no helmets or harnesses required.  The cave system goes from large to larger to unbelievably enormous.  After we emerge from the caves we’ll be crossing the nearby Croatian border and getting an orientation to our hill-town where we’ll be sleeping the next two nights before our wine paired-dinner.
Sleep: Istrian Peninsula (2 nights) / Walking: Strenuous – some hills and stairs / Bus: 3 hours  Meals provided: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 5 – Istria’s Sparkling Jewel

After breakfast we’ll board our coach for a day in the sparkling jewel of the Adriatic Peninsula – Rovinj.  Our local guide will give us a short orientation to the white stone streets and Venetian architecture of this town, and then you’ll have plenty of free time to explore the town’s beaches and bars, shops and restaurants, as you wish!  We’ll head back to our hill town retreat in the late afternoon.
Sleep: Istrian Peninsula / Walking: Moderate – some hills / Bus: 1 hour / Meals provided: Breakfast

Day 6 – Nature’s Wonderland

Today we will discover the enchanting beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, where cascading waterfalls and vibrant turquoise lakes create a mesmerizing landscape unlike any other. You can stroll along scenic wooden pathways that wind through lush forests, and immerse yourself in the sounds of nature as you explore this UNESCO World Heritage site. Whether you’re hiking, taking a boat ride, or simply soaking in the breathtaking views, Plitvice is an unforgettable escape into a natural wonderland that will leave you in awe.  We’ll stay in or near the park and enjoy fine local cuisine after our day in the park.
Sleep: Plitvice (1 night) / Walking: Moderate to Strenuous – your choice / Bus: 3.5 hours / Meals provided: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 7 – The Dalmatian Coast

Earlybirds can enjoy one last stroll around the lakes before breakfast and our departure to the Dalmatian Coast.  After we arrive in the lively town of Split, we’ll enjoy an animated walking tour with our local guide, who will bring the unique Roman history of this seaside jewel to life.  We’ll dine together at a locals’ favourite restaurant this evening.
Sleep: Split (2 nights) / Walking: Moderate / Bus: 3 hours / Meals provided: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 8 – Mediterranean Warmth

Today you’ll have the entire day to relax on the beautiful beaches, hike up Marjan Hill for breathtaking views, wander the narrow streets filled with cafes, shops, and lively markets, take a scenic boat ride, or just sit back and soak in the warmth of the Mediterranean with a coffee or a cocktail on the seaside promenade – Split is yours to enjoy!
Sleep: Split / Walking: Up to you / Bus: None / Meals provided: Breakfast

Day 9 – Korčula

Boarding the mid-morning ferry, we’ll sail through the Adriatic down the Dalmation coast to the enchanting island paradise of Korčula.  We’ll dine together savouring local wines in a sundrenched vineyard before our local guide orients us to the medieval streets of the old town, just steps from beautiful beaches!
Sleep: Korčula (2 nights) / Walking: Up to you / Bus: 2 hours / Ferry: ½ hour / Meals provided: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 10 – Island in the Sun

Today is yours to explore Korčula and indulge in all it has to offer!  Relax at the beach, explore the boutique shops in the cobblestoned old town, take a boat cruise around the island, rent a kayak or a quad, and enjoy this island in the sun!
Sleep: Korčula / Walking: Up to you / Bus: none / Meals provided: Breakfast

Day 11 – Dalmatian Delights

Another ferry ride will have us back on the mainland and on our way down the Pelješac Peninsula where we’ll stop for a wine tasting lunch, enjoying the regional cuisine in a rural setting. Then off to our final destination – Dubrovnik!  Our local guide will orient us to this medieval fortress with a fascinating tour of the old town and the seaside promenade beside the glimmering old harbour.  This evening is yours to explore the local bars and restaurants and enjoy the sunset.
Sleep: Dubrovnik (2 nights) / Walking: Moderate / Bus: 3 hours / Ferry: ½ hour / Meals provided: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 12 – The Pearl of the Adriatic

Today the choices are many – ride the cable car high up to Mout Srd for sweeping views of the city and the surrounding islands; take a boat cruise out to the Blue Cave and Elafiti Islands, relax at one of the many beaches in Dubrovnik, walk out to Fort Lovrijenac… This evening we’ll reconvene for a feast of local delicacies at a charming restaurant where we’ll celebrate our time together on The Very Best of Slovenia and Croatia tour!
Sleep: Dubrovnik (2 nights) / Walking: Up to you / Bus: none / Meals provided: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 13 – Sretan put!

Our tour is officially over after breakfast.  Whether your are continuing on with further adventures or heading home, we wish you a good journey – Sretan put!