Croatia Hosted Tour - 8D/7N

Croatian countryside scenecourtesy of Croatia Tourism Board An itinerary perfect for those wanting to have more time on their own, discovering Croatia from Zagreb to Dubrovnik.. The program includes hotels, transfers and city visits but you are not with someone all the time.

Croatia has an amazing 5,835km of coastline, 4,057km of which belongs to islands, cliffs and reefs. There are 1,185 islands in the Adriatic, but only about 70 are populated. The largest island is Krk (near Rijeka) at 462 square km. Thanks to this favorable geographical characteristics of the coast, with its numerous bays, inlets and coves, the coastal belt still is a significant mercantile and nautical route. Dubrovnik is a beautiful city, a veritable “jewel of the Adriatic” with a long maritime history. Founded in one of the most favorable geographical position at the entrance to the Adriatic Sea and protected by islands, Dubrovnik took advantage of the intensified traffic between the East and the West during and after the Crusades in the 12th and 13th centuries and finally conquered its freedom from the Venetian Republic in the 14th century.

Diocletian palace in Split courtesy of Croatia Tourism BoardDubrovnik is a beautiful city, a veritable “jewel of the Adriatic” with a long maritime history. Founded in one of the most favorable geographical position at the entrance to the Adriatic Sea and protected by islands, Dubrovnik took advantage of the intensified traffic between the East and the West during and after the Crusades in the 12th and 13th centuries and finally conquered its freedom from the Venetian Republic in the 14th century.

Departures: On Friday Or Tuesday from January 6 to December 10, 2010

Included features:

  • • 7 nights in twin – bedded or single rooms in your select hotels or similar; hotel taxes
  • • 7 breakfasts (B)
  • • Transfers between hotels, train stations and ferry ports
  • • Train transportation Zagreb-Split
  • • Ferry transportation Split-Dubrovnik, deck tickets *
  • • Sightseeing with local guides: Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik
  • • Inside visits as shown in bold in the itinerary, including admission charges where applicable

Superior Tourist Hotels:

  • • Zagreb: Central 3* or similar
  • • Split: Hotel Art 4* or similar
  • • Dubrovnik: Petka 3* or similar
  • • Train: 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

First Class Hotels:

  • • Zagreb: Palace 4* or similar
  • • Split: Hotel Art 4* or similar
  • • Dubrovnik: Grand Hotel Park 4* or similar
  • • Train: 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

Deluxe Hotels:

  • • Zagreb: Esplanade 5* or similar
  • • Split: Atrium 5* or similar
  • • Dubrovnik: Argentina or Excelsior or Dubrovnik Palace 5* or similar
  • • Train: 1st class tickets with reserved seats

Dubrovnik view courtesy of Croatia Tourism BoardItinerary:

  • Day 1 Arrival In Zagreb (Friday Or Tuesday) - Welcome to Croatia! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
  • Day 2 Zagreb (Saturday or Wednesday) - View the highlights of the Croatian capital on a city sightseeing tour this morning. With a history dating back to 1094, there is much to see here. In the “Upper Town,” snap photos of the Cathedral of Mary’s Assumption and Gothic Church of St. Mark. Next, visit the “Lower Town,” featuring the main square of Jelacic. The balance of the day is at leisure to continue exploring on your own, shop, or relax in a café. (B)
  • Day 3 Zagreb / Split (Sunday or Thursday) - This morning, transfer to the Zagreb’s train station for your trip to Split. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your Split hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
  • Day 4 Split (Monday or Friday) - Split is the biggest city in Dalmatia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The rich cultural and monumental heritage of this 1,700-year old city is seen on a walking tour. View remnants of the city’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, and its contemporary attractions. The tour will mainly focus on the 3rd century Diocletian’s Palace, which represents the heart of the inner city, and where all the most important historical buildings can be found. The remainder of the day is at leisure. There are many beautiful towns, picturesque villages and islands around Split that are worth paying a visit to. (B)
  • Day 5 Split / Dubrovnik (Tuesday or Saturday) - This morning, transfer to the port of Split for your ferry to Dubrovnik. Upon arrival, transfer to your Dubrovnik hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
  • Day 6 Dubrovnik (Wednesday or Sunday) - Morning walking tour of this beautiful city, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site. Surrounded by ramparts and fortresses, this ancient town is a treasure trove of architectural and cultural masterpieces, carefully preserved over the centuries. Take a pleasant walk to the Rector’s Palace, the Franciscan Monastery with its 14th century Pharmacy, as well as to the other places of interest. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)
  • Day 7 Dubrovnik (Thursday or Monday) - Full free day to discover Dubrovnik’s treasures at your own pace or join one of the optional excursions available. (B)
  • Day 8 Depart Dubrovnik (Friday or Tuesday) - Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)

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