ONE JOURNEY FOUR (5) COUNTRIES 2024 - from Zagreb: Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia and Slovenia
ONE JOURNEY FOUR (5) COUNTRIES 2024 - from Zagreb: Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia and Slovenia
ONE JOURNEY FOUR (5) COUNTRIES 2024 - from Zagreb: Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia and Slovenia
11 Days Starting and ending in Zagreb, Croatia
Visiting: Zagreb, Ljubljana, Bled, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Dubrovnik, Pelješac, Sarajevo, Mostar, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Vukovar, Osijek
Tour operator:
Tour code:
E1J4C
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Gluten Free
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
One spectacular journey that takes you through four countries, four capital cites and countless breathtaking sceneries.Enjoy allure scenic landscapes and remarkable cultures once melted in one country, Yugoslavia.See the differences between North (Slovenia) and South (Croatia), East(Serbia) and West(Bosnia and Herzegovina). It will be an experience beyond your imagination. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Unesco heritage sites: - Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian (1979) - Old City of Dubrovnik (1979) - Plitvice Lakes National Park (1979) Capital cities: Zagreb (Croatia), Ljubljana (Slovenia), Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina), Beograd (Serbia) Natural sites: Lake Bled
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Wednesday: Zagreb Arrival; D
Location: Zagreb
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Transfer on the day of the tour from Zagreb airport, or another hotel in Zagreb to the tour hotel, rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Zagreb /Zagreb area/.
Day 2 : Thursday: Zagreb – Ljubljana; B, D
Location: Ljubljana, Zagreb
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning sightseeing tour of Zagreb, Croatian capital city, gives you the opportunity to see the fortified Upper Town, the city’s historical center, St Mark’s church with its multi-colored roof, the Cathedral, Croatian National Theatre and the University. Departure to Ljubljana. Afternoon guided tour of Ljubljana, Slovenian capital where you will see the most significant sights of its old center: the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, the Baroque Town Hall and Robba’s Fountain. Dinner and overnight in Ljubljana /Ljubljana area/.
Day 3 : Friday: Ljubljana - Bled – Plitvice; B, D
Location: Ljubljana, Bled, Plitvice Lakes National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Departure to Bled, small town in the Julian Alps that ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts. It’s like a setting for a classic fairy tale: immense natural beauty with mountains and forests surrounding an emerald glacial lake. Visit to the Bled Castle, which is the oldest in Slovenia. After Bled we are continuing our journey to Plitvice lakes area for overnight and dinner.
Day 4 : Saturday: Plitvice – Split; B, D
Location: Split, Plitvice Lakes National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning walk around Plitvice lakes, this well-known UNESCO World Heritage Site, natural beauty of the 16 crystal - blue lakes cascading into 92 spectacular waterfalls. Departure to Split. This afternoon our guide will uncover for you the secrets of the UNESCO protected Diocletian’s Palace and its cellars. The original palace was modified by its new inhabitants during the middle Ages, but making it even more beautiful and what it is today: the city's living heart.
Dinner and overnight in Split /Split area/.
Day 5 : Sunday: Split – Pelješac - Dubrovnik; B, D
Location: Dubrovnik, Pelješac, Split
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, departure towards Dubrovnik. Along the way we visit one of the wine cellars on the Pelješac peninsula, where you will toast to your lovely day with a glass of the region's signature red wine Plavac Mali. Free time for lunch and sightessing of beautiful little town of Ston. In the afternoon, city tour of this UNESCO protected Pearl of the Adriatic and its Cathedral. Time travel to the once famous maritime Republic of Dubrovnik while admiring its noble palaces, fountains and city walls. Immerse yourselves into the symphony of the city’s marble streets, baroque buildings and the endless shimmer of the Adriatic. Dinner and overnight in Dubrovnik / Dubrovnik area/.
Day 6 : Monday: Dubrovnik; B, D
Location: Dubrovnik
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day at leisure. Optional excursion to Montenegro . Dinner & overnight in Dubrovnik/ Dubrovnik area/.
Day 7 : Tuesday: Dubrovnik – Mostar – Sarajevo; B, D
Location: Sarajevo, Mostar, Dubrovnik
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning departure to Mostar, city of bridges, where the traveler from the south gets the first glimpse of the continent beyond. Free time for lunch and sightseeing.
Departure to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sarajevo is one of the historically most interesting cities in Europe, a melting pot of different cultures and and a town of particular charm. City tour of Sarajevo upon arrival. Dinner and overnight in Sarajevo/Sarajevo area/.
Day 8 : Wednesday: Sarajevo – Belgrade; B, D
Location: Sarajevo, Belgrade
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning departure to Belgrade, capital of Serbia. Short break will be made in Zvornik, charming little town in the northeastern Bosnia on Drina river. Belgrade is situated at the place where Sava joins the Danube River. There are spots in Belgrade you must see and feel. Streets, squares, monuments, parks, fountains, archeological sites. Many of them have been given the status of cultural assets. Upon arrival a guided tour of this beautiful city between two rivers famous by its sunsets. Dinner and overnight in Belgrade.
Day 9 : Thursday: Belgrade – Novi Sad – Osijek/Vukovar; B, L
Location: Novi Sad, Belgrade, Vukovar, Osijek
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Morning departure to Novi Sad (Serbia's second largest city), located on Danube river.
Novi Sad's position at one of the continent's true crossroads and history as a multinational commercial and transit center has left it endowed with historical and cultural sights that even much larger cities have difficulty matching. After the guided tour of Novi Sad we will continue towards Ilok. You will have opportunity to taste wines in one of the famous Croatia wine cellars “Iločki Podrumi” followed by traditional lunch. On our way to Osijek we will stop in Vukovar which is the biggest Croatian river port located at the confluence of Vuka River in Danube, a town also known as a symbol of the Croatian war for independence, as it arose from the ashes of the '90s into the proud city that it is today. In the late afternoon hours we will end this day. Overnight in Osijek or Vukovar.
Day 10 : Friday: Osijek/Vukovar – Zagreb; B, L
Location: Vukovar, Osijek, Zagreb
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
You will start you morning with the city tour of Osijek, the largest city in eastern Croatia, beautifully settled on the banks of Drava River. City tour passes by the Cathedral and the Tvrdja (Old Fort). We are continuing our drive and the first thing you see when approaching Djakovo from either side is the brightness and the beauty of the bricks of the two towers and cupolas of its Cathedral. After the visit, departure towards Zagreb followed by a visit to one of the ethno villages of the region for a tasty meal filled with local flavours. Overnight in Zagreb /Zagreb area/.
Day 11 : Saturday: Zagreb Departure; B
Location: Zagreb
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departure transfer from the tour hotel to Zagreb airport or hotels in Zagreb.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Hotel accommodation on half board basis (breakfast & dinner) as per itinerary except on days 9 and 10 (only breakfast), lunch on day 9 and 10.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Transfer on the day of the tour from Zagreb airport, or another hotel in Zagreb to the tour hotel. Departure transfer from the tour hotel to Zagreb airport or hotels in Zagreb.
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Meals – Half Board
Hotel accommodation on half board basis (breakfast & dinner) as per itinerary except on days 9 and 10 (only breakfast), lunch on day 9 and 10, wine tasting in Ilok.
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Fully Guided
Experienced tour leader. This might be a bilingual tour.
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Sightseeing Tours
Zagreb, Ljubljana, Plitvice lakes, Split, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Osijek.
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Entrance Fees
Entrances to Bled castle and Plitvice lakes, visit to Ethno village, Wine tasting on the Pelješac peninsula
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Transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle with driver at group's disposal as per itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Gratuities, drinks, telephone charges and incidentals
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Optional Excursions
Montenegro on Monday upon availability, booking on the spot
Please Note
Hotel list:
Hotel Best Western Astoria 4* or similar - Zagreb
Hotel Kompas 4* or similar – Bled/Ljubljana
Hotel Jezero 3* or similar – Plitvice area
Hotel Cvita 4* or similar - Split
Hotel Valamar 4* or similar - Dubrovnik
Hotel Colors In 4*or similar – Sarajevo
Hotel Zira 4* or similar - Beograd
Hotel Osijek 4* or similar - Osijek
Travel Protection/Insurance, Passport & Visas
Please double check that you have travel protection/insurance (some countries may require proof of coverage) and valid documents (passport, visa, etc.) before leaving home, to avoid long delays, disappointment and possible refusal at the border. Vacations can be disrupted or have to be altered altogether if the valid documents cannot be supplied at points of entry, so please check very carefully that you have the required documents. See your tour itinerary and ask your local consulates or embassies for advice, as visa conditions are subject to change.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the completion of your tour.
Please note: EU law requires you to carry your passport at all times.
If your nationality (passport) differs from the country in which you reside, please take time to check especially carefully with your local consulates concerning visa and passport requirements for your travels.
Due to increased security, many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a child will be traveling with grandparents or with only one parent, it is recommended that a notarized letter written by the parents or non-traveling parent granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel be enclosed. We suggest that you also contact the appropriate consulate and airlines because they may have additional requirements.
Money
Local currency(Croatian KUNA, Bosnian MARKA and Serbian DINAR) is to be used by all clients on the tour. Cash may be obtained on arrival at exchange offices, banks or from ATMs. Traveler’s checks are not practical, and credit cards have limited use, although almost all shops will accept those. US Dollars bills, if used, should be in good condition (not stained or torn), and recently printed; as banks and exchange offices are very particular.
Major credit cards are accepted in some of the better outlets, but shops and restaurants generally require a minimum purchase amount when using them (so they are not appropriate for incidentals such as ice cream, snacks, etc.). You might consider bringing more than one card, as some outlets may not accept all types. Due to increasing credit card fraud worldwide, be prepared to show identification (i.e. your passport) when making a transaction with your credit card.
ATM cards: For the best available exchange rate, you will find ATM cards indispensable. We recommend you to be very careful when using an ATM, as elsewhere. Avoid making withdrawals at night or in the dark areas, always protect your PIN (personal identification number) from view, and always refuse any help from the so-called helpful strangers offering help. Lost or blocked card should be reported to your bank via its 24 - hour emergency number for immediate cancellation/replacement.
This coach tour is not suitable for persons with restricted mobility.
Accommodation
Astoria 4* or similar - Zagreb
Hotel Lev 4* or similar - Ljubljana
Jezero 3* or similar – Plitvice area
Corner 4* or similar - Split
Valamar 4* or similar - Dubrovnik
Colors In 4*or similar – Sarajevo
Zira 4* or similar - Beograd
Osijek 4* or similar - Osijek
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star hotels.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Most travellers can participate. Coach tours are not suitable for persons with restricted mobility.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Itinerary.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 Safety Measures Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff Social distancing enforced throughout experience Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas Gear/equipment sanitised between use Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised Face masks required for travellers during transport.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2001.
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Wednesday - Saturday
Oct 30, 2024 - Nov 09, 2024Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
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Low Deposit
Elite Travel requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of elite travel charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 10 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 5 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.