Croatia & Bosnia Small Group Tour Zagreb to Dubrovnik 12nts (Sunday-Friday 8May & 11Sep 2022)
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Activity Level: 1
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Comfort: 4
- Departs From: Zagreb
- Location: Zagreb, Opatija, Plitivce, Split, Mostar Dubrovnik
- Duration: 13 days
- Availability: SUNDAYS, 8May & 11Sep 2022
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Activity Level: 1
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Comfort: 4
- Departs From: Zagreb
- Location: Zagreb, Opatija, Plitivce, Split, Mostar Dubrovnik
- Duration: 13 days
- Availability: SUNDAYS, 8May & 11Sep 2022
Highlights
- Small group tour with 22 passengers maximum
- Visit UNESCO Heritage sites at Plitvice, Šibenik, Trogir, Split and Dubrovnik
- Expert guided tours throughout
- Truffle hunting demonstration in Istria
- Various regional wine tastings and authentic restaurants
- Tour of the Island of Brač
- The Ottoman city of Mostar
- Dubrovnik sunset sail and dinner
13 days from Zagreb, Opatija, Motovun, Pula, Rovinj, Plitvice Lakes, Sibenika, Krka, Split, (Brac), Mostar, Trebinje and to Dubrovnik
Comprehensive 12 nights small group escorted tour from Zagreb, through Istria to Plitvice Lakes, Krka National Park and Split. Then onto Mostar and Trebinje in Bosnia and to Dubrovnik to finish.
Maximum 22 passengers. Combine with a cruise from Dubrovnik on Saturdays
SUNDAYS, 8May & 11Sep 2022
Itinerary
13 days from Zagreb, Trakošćan, Motovun, Pula, Rovinj, Opatija, Plitvice Lakes, Šibenik, Krka National Park, Trogir, Split, island of Brač, Mostar, Trebinje, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Dubrovnik
Open age small group tour (maximum 22 passengers). Single travellers must book a solo room with a solo supplement.
SUNDAYS, 8May & 11Sep 2022
The tour commences in Zagreb, Croatia We spend 2 nights in Zagreb before exploring the many delights of the Istrian region of Croatia, staying 3 nights in the picturesque town of Opatija. From Istria, we head down the Croatian coastal mainland, staying in Šibenik for 2 nights before we arrive in the coastal City of Split, where we also spend 2 nights – an ideal base from which we explore central Dalmatia and the islands. From here we head to Southern Dalmatia and take in the enigmatic City of Mostar, staying in Čitluk for 1 night. Then we travel to Dubrovnik – the pearl of the Adriatic- enjoying the City by day and night and staying in nearby Trebinje for 2 nights before transferring you to Dubrovnik airport at the end of your tour.
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Combine with a cruise from Dubrovnik: https://discovercroatia.com.au/cruises/?departs=Dubrovnik
CROATIA FAQ: https://discovercroatia.com.au/before-you-go/
INCLUDED:
• Accommodation – 12 nights in 4 and 5 star hotels throughout
• English-speaking Tour manager
• Guided tours throughout
• Meals – all breakfasts (B), introductory drinks and snacks, 5 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D) and 3 wine tastings (WT)
• Excursions as listed – all entrance tickets. All taxes and duties.
• Porterage
• All transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi
• Arrival and departure airport transfers
HOTELS (or similar):
Zagreb - Hotel Esplanade 5star
Opatija - Hotel Paris 4star
Šibenik - Hotel Life Palace 4star
Split - Hotel Apartments Korta 4star
Čitluk - Hotel Etno Herceg 4star
Trebinje - Hotel Central Park 4star
NOT INCLUDED:
• Transfers on days other than the start and finish days
• Meals and drinks not listed in inclusions
• Items of personal nature
• Tips and gratuities
ITINERARY:
Day 1 – Zagreb
Transfer from airport. Welcome presentation, drinks and snacks.
Day 2 – Zagreb (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Zagreb city driving and walking tour in the morning. Optional visit in the afternoon to the nearby town of Samobor to enjoy the famous local delicacy “Krempita” - a delicious souffle like cream pie. Free time in Zagreb in the evening.
Day 3 – Zagreb to Opatija (B,L)
Breakfast at the hotel. The Austro-Hungarian castle of Trakošćan in the morning. Lunch at Grešna Gorica restaurant to enjoy traditional Istrian food. The ethno-village of Kumrovec (the birthplace of Field Marshall Tito) in the afternoon before heading to the hotel in Opatija, Istria.
Day 4 – Istria Excursion (Motovun, Pazin) - Opatija (B,L,WT)
Breakfast at the hotel. Head to Motovun, Istria in the morning where we join a truffle hunt demonstration for the local iconic black and white truffles before exploring the exquisite hilltop village of Motovun. Lunch and wine tasting at nearby Konoba Bani before free time in the town of Pazin in the afternoon. Return to Opatija in late pm for free time and dinner.
Day 5 – Istria Excursion (Pula, Rovinj) - Opatija (B,D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Walking tour of Pula and amphitheatre in the morning. Free time for lunch in Pula. Rovinj in the afternoon before dinner at Konoba Roč. Return to hotel in Opatija after dinner.
Day 6 – Opatija - Plitvice Lakes Excursion - Sibenik (B,D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Plitvice Lakes - approximately 4 hours. Overnight in Šibenik - dinner at Konoba Nostalgija.
Day 7 – Krka Excursion - Sibenik (B,D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Krka National Park and Waterfalls. Konoba Vinko for dinner in early evening – return to Šibenik - optional night walking tour of Šibenik or free time.
Day 8 – Sibenik - Trogir Excursion - Split (B,L,WT)
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided walking tour of Trogir. Lunch and wine tasting at the home of Zinfandel wine in Kaštela. Guided tour of Klis Fortress, the setting of many Games of Thrones scenes. Check-in hotel in Split. Free time in Split in the evening.
Day 9 – Split (B,L)
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided walking tour of Split in the morning followed by lunch at Konoba Fetivi in downtown Split – serenaded by local Klapa singers. Free time to wander Split in the afternoon and evening.
Day 10 – Split - Brac Excursion - Citluk Bosnia (B,L)
Breakfast at the hotel. Tour of the Dalmatian island of Brač - lunch at a local restaurant on the island of Brač. Overnight at an ethno-hotel in the town of Čitluk near the Bosnia & Herzegovinian City of Mostar.
Day 11 – Mostar and Pocitelj Excursion - Trebinje Bosnia (B,WT,D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided walking tour of Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina. Explore village of Počitelj, Bosnia & Herzegovina before heading to Ston, Croatia to taste local Pelješac wine and dinner at Konoba Bakus. Check into hotel in Trebinje, Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Day 12 – Dubrovnik Excursion - Trebinje (B,D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik in the morning and free time to wander Dubrovnik in the afternoon. Dubrovnik sunset sail and dinner before returning to hotel in Trebinje, Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Day 13 – Trebinje to Dubrovnik - Departure (B)
Breakfast followed by drop off at Dubrovnik airport.
TRANSPORTATION:
Private air-conditioned vans/mini-buses are used on this trip
ITINERARY DISCLAIMER:
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations.
Inclusions
- INCLUDED:
- • Accommodation – 12 nights in 4 and 5 star hotels throughout
- • English-speaking Tour manager
- • Guided tours throughout
- • Meals – all breakfasts (B), introductory drinks and snacks, 5 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D) and 3 wine tastings (WT)
- • Excursions as listed – all entrance tickets. All taxes and duties.
- • Porterage
- • All transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi
- • Arrival and departure airport transfers
Exclusions
- NOT INCLUDED:
- • Transfers on days other than the start and finish days
- • Meals and drinks not listed in inclusions
- • Items of personal nature
- • Tips and gratuities
Restrictions
Minimum age: 12yrs or older and must accompanied by parent/guardian over 21yrs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out our specific FAQ pages here:
Before You Go - General Croatia Info (general info for all travellers)
Croatia Cruise FAQ - General Cruise Info (for all small ship Croatia cruises)
Croatia Island Hopping Tour FAQ - General Info (packages combining hotels, ferries and transfers)
Before Your Private Charter - General Yacht and Gulet Charter Info (private charters)
Click here to see how the booking process works: https://discovercroatia.com.au/booking-process-how-to-book/
How far in advance do I need to book?
Cruises: For our weekly small ship cruises with guaranteed departures we suggest you book as soon as your plans are in motion. All cruises are extremely popular especially during peak season, which is June, July, August, September and these dates can be booked out up to a year in advance, especially September. One-way cruises are particularly sought-after and tend to sell out first, so please speak to us first to ensure your cruise choice is available before booking any flight arrangements.
Escorted Tours: Escorted Group Tours with guaranteed departures are also best booked as early as possible to ensure your place on the tour, as spaces are limited to a set number of passengers. Once the tour is full that departure is closed for new bookings.
Island Hopping, Self-Drive, Self-Guided Cycling/Hiking and Independent or Private Tours: Independent tours are available most days of the week at any time of year, so if you're booking late these are a great option. They can also start or finish on any day of the week, so can be a great alternative to the cruises (that mostly depart only on Saturdays). You can check out our Island Hopper Tours and our active tours for some examples. If you can't find what you are looking for please make an enquiry on any of our tours and let us know what you need. We love creating custom tours with our clients.
What do the different ship categories mean?
Please see our Ship Descriptions page here, for all the information on Ship Categories, Deck and Cabin Descriptions.
What is half-board? What meals are included?
Half-board (HB): This means that 2 meals a day are usually provided, mostly it will be breakfast and lunch on cruises, and breakfast and dinner on escorted tours. Each cruise or tour will have meals listed on the daily itinerary, so that you will know exactly which meals are included. Some lunches or dinners are swapped occasionally, so that you may enjoy a wonderful gourmet experience with your fellow travellers, such as a Captain's Dinner on a cruise, or a wine-tasting and lunch on an escorted tour. For the remainder of your meals you will be able to dine anywhere you choose and you will be responsible for the cost of those meals. Your Cruise or Tour Director will be happy to recommend a good value and trusted eatery nearby at every location, or you can explore on your own.
Bed and Breakfast (BB): This means that only breakfast is included in your holiday. Most of our Independent Tours include breakfast only, so that you are not beholden to going back to your hotel for lunch or dinner as you are going to be exploring on your own. We think that flexibility with lunch and dinner gives you the best option for exploring Croatia and experiencing the local culture and cuisine.
Full-board (FB) is occasionally offered on cruises as an optional extra, but we do not recommend you take the full-board option unless you are really sure about it. A lot of the joy of the cruise and tour experiences is to dine in local restaurants, 'konobas' (traditional pubs) and bars, so that you can meet the people who live and work there. Why come all the way to Croatia only to eat on-board for every meal? There are so many fabulous (and even some famous!) eateries. Get out there and taste them!
What type of transport is used on the Island Hopper Tours? Local ferries and vehicle transfers
Local ferries: Local ferries are used between the mainland and the islands where possible. Most of these ferries are fast ferries (high speed catamarans). Our Island Hopper Tours include all ferry tickets, as well as delivery of the ferry tickets to your hotel, when we come to pick you up to take you to the ferry port. In some towns, where some hotels are in the pedestrian zone close to the ferry port (like Hvar), then you will be met at the ferry and directed to your hotel, with luggage assistance if required. If your hotel is outside the pedestrian zone you will be met at the ferry and taken to your transfer vehicle, with luggage assistance if required.
Transfers: Most Island Hoppers have private airport transfers included, and private transfers to/from the ferry ports on the islands. Some transfers will be shared transfers if there are others going to the exact same hotel at the same time and it is a short distance.
How fit do I need to be for my holiday?
Relaxation/cultural cruises and tours: On-board your cruise ship, you will need to be able to negotiate gangways and stairs and be able to step from ship to ship as the cruise ships are moored next to each other sideways and sometimes you need to step across to the next ship. You will be walking mostly on the cobblestone streets through the iconic cities and towns of the region. The excursions are best-suited to those who are capable of walking on uneven surfaces as many old cities and towns have limited totally flat surfaces that can accommodate wheelchairs or walking-frames. Please contact us to ask about your specific circumstances, as we are happy to help plan for your needs as best we can. Assistance will be provided on cruise ships to help you navigate getting on and off, but there are a few limitations. Please ask.
Cycling tours: Although almost completely flat this cycle tour is graded easy to moderate as the daily distance ranges between approximately 15-50 km. You will be biking mostly on the dedicated cycle paths alongside canals, rivers and through the iconic cities and towns of the region. This tour is well-suited to those who have never taken a cycling holiday before as it is flat and predominantly traffic-free and you also have the option of skipping the cycling and relaxing on board.
What happens if I can't attend an excursion?
It is possible to relax at your hotel, on the tour bus or on the boat at any time.
What happens if I can't cycle or hike a stage on an active holiday?
For cycling cruises: If you don't want to cycle it is possible to relax on the boat as it moves to the next port of call.
For cycling and hiking tours: If you don't want to (or can't due to illness or injury) cycle, hike or walk a stage, then we will make arrangements to have you transferred to the next stop on your itinerary so that you can continue with your holiday. Prices for transfers vary widely, so pricing will be provided on an 'as needed' basis only.
What equipment do I need?
Relaxation/excursion cruises and tours: You will need comfortable walking shoes, clothes for relaxing, your swimming costume, and a sunhat. Most cruises are fairly relaxed and casual clothing is fine for all meals, though you may want to take one nice outfit depending on where you wish to dine onshore.
Cycling cruises and tours: You will need comfortable sports shoes, comfortable clothes for cycling, waterproof jacket and trousers, a helmet and a sunhat. We supply a detailed packing list with your information pack.
If you have any questions, just give us a call or email:
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Itinerary
- Day 1 – Zagreb
- Day 2 – Zagreb (B)
- Day 3 – Zagreb to Opatija (B,L)
- Day 4 – Istria Excursion (Motovun, Pazin) - Opatija (B,L,WT)
- Day 5 – Istria Excursion (Pula, Rovinj) - Opatija (B,D)
- Day 6 – Opatija - Plitvice Lakes Excursion - Sibenik (B,D)
- Day 7 – Krka Excursion - Sibenik (B,D)
- Day 8 – Sibenik - Trogir Excursion - Split (B,L,WT)
- Day 9 – Split (B,L)
- Day 10 – Split - Brac Excursion - Citluk Bosnia (B,L)
- Day 11 – Mostar and Pocitelj Excursion - Trebinje Bosnia (B,WT,D)
- Day 12 – Dubrovnik Excursion - Trebinje (B,D)
- Day 13 – Trebinje to Dubrovnik - Departure (B)