Escorted Tour of Northern Croatia & Slovenia; Split to Zagreb 7nts (Mondays)
- Activity Level: 1
- Comfort: 4
- Departs From: Split
- Location: Split, Plitvice, Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Zagreb
- Duration: 8 days (Mon-Mon)
- Availability: MONDAYS, monthly departures
- Activity Level: 1
- Comfort: 4
- Departs From: Split
- Location: Split, Plitvice, Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Zagreb
- Duration: 8 days (Mon-Mon)
- Availability: MONDAYS, monthly departures
Highlights
- 2025 dates available!
- Split, built around Diocletian’s Palace
- Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Postojna Cave
- Lake Bled
- Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital
- Zagreb, Croatia´s capital
8 days from Split, Plitvice Lakes, Opatija, Postojna Cave, Lake Bled, Ljubljana and to Zagreb
Great tour to combine with a cruise ending in Split!
See the best of Northern Croatia and Slovenia
See both Plitvice Lakes and Lake Bled!
Finish in Zagreb, the Croatian Capital
Fully Escorted tour
Itinerary
Open-age Escorted Coach Tour conducted in English. Double bed or twin bed rooms available. Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use.Fabulous tour, showcasing the north of Croatia and the best of Slovenia, finishing up in Zagreb for easy onwards connections.
Combine with a Dubrovnik to Split cruise beforehand, and see the best of everything!
https://discovercroatia.com.au/cruises/one-way/?departs=Dubrovnik
Same tour, opposite direction:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/149/escorted-tour-croatia-slovenia-zagreb-split-7nts/
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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Split, Trogir, Plitvice Lakes, Opatija, Postojna Cave, Lake Bled, Ljubljana and to Zagreb
INCLUDED:
• Shared Airport transfers on the first and last day of the tour
• 7 nights Accommodation in 3 and 4 star Hotels
• Air-conditioned motor-coach transport
• Experienced English-speaking Tour Leader
• Hotel taxes
• Luggage handling (1piece/pp)
Meals Included:
• 7 hotel breakfasts
• 4 hotel dinners
Sightseeing and Tours Included:
• Split
• Plitvice Lakes
• Postojna Cave
• Bled
• Ljubljana
• Zagreb
• Entrances included: Diocletian's Palace Split, Plitvice Lakes, Postojna Cave
• Whisper technology enhanced touring (headsets)
Hotel List:
• Split - Hotel Corner 4star or similar
• Plitvice - Hotel Jezero 3star or similar
• Bled - Hotel Kompas 4star or similar
• Zagreb - Hotel Westin 4star or similar
NOT INCLUDED:
• Tips/gratuities
• Meals not listed on the itinerary
• Entrances not listed
• Transfers to/from accommodation
ITINERARY:
Check-in to your room from 14.00hrs. Passengers who arrive earlier can leave their bags at Reception until their room is ready. Dinner and first overnight in hotel, so late arrivals are possible.
Day 1: SPLIT - Arrival. (D)
If you are arriving to the Airport today, we'll pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Dinner is included at your hotel this evening. Overnight in Split.
# Included: Dinner at hotel ~19.00hrs
# Included: Shared transfer from Split Airport (must be booked in advance)
Day 2: in SPLIT (B)
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then see the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The rest of the day is at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split, or visit nearby Hvar or Brac islands. Evening at leisure to enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight in Split.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Split and entrance to Diocletian's Palace
Day 3: to Trogir, then to PLITVICE LAKES (B, D)
Departing Split this morning, we head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities in Croatia. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Then, we head inland and travel to spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. Have your camera ready as you take a walking tour around the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Plitvice.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Plitvice Lakes including entrance fee
Day 4: to Opatija, Postojna and then to BLED (Slovenia) (B, D)
Heading back towards the coast, we travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. After some free time, journey continue north and into Slovenia. First up, a stop at Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Bled.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Entrance to Postojna Cave
Day 5: in BLED (B)
An Alpine Lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travelers in the middle of the 19th century. Since then, a small town of hotels, villas, and restaurants has developed around the lake, turning Bled into a lively, all-seasons resort. A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the lake shore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take a 'pletna' boat ride and visit the small island in the middle of the lake, browse through the shops and boutiques, or relax and enjoy the enchanting scenery. Evening at leisure to enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight in Bled.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Tour of Bled
Day 6: to Ljubljana, then to ZAGREB (B, D)
Leave the mountains and head to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. See the most significant sights of the old city center on a walking tour. Highlights include the picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba's Fountain. Then, continue to Zagreb, Croatia’s capital. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Zagreb.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Ljubljana
Day 7: in ZAGREB (B)
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or perhaps a visit to see the countryside. Evening at leisure to enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight in Zagreb.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Walking Tour of Zagreb
Day 8: ZAGREB - Departure (B)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. (B)
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Shared transfer to Zagreb Airport (must be booked in advance)
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
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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://www.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:
Call us or WhatsApp: +612-9212-1507
Email us: [email protected]
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Dates and Prices
Start Date | End Date | From (PP) |
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2025-04-21 | 2025-04-28 | $0.00 |
2025-05-26 | 2025-06-02 | $0.00 |
2025-08-11 | 2025-08-18 | $0.00 |
2025-09-22 | 2025-09-29 | $0.00 |
2025-10-13 | 2025-10-20 | $0.00 |
UNAVAILABLE / SOLD OUT
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Itinerary
- Day 1: SPLIT - Arrival. (D)
- Day 2: in SPLIT (B)
- Day 3: to Trogir, then to PLITVICE LAKES (B, D)
- Day 4: to Opatija, Postojna and then to BLED (Slovenia) (B, D)
- Day 5: in BLED (B)
- Day 6: to Ljubljana, then to ZAGREB (B, D)
- Day 7: in ZAGREB (B)
- Day 8: ZAGREB - Departure (B)