Croatia, The Land of a Thousand Islands

Arrival at Dubrovnik airport and transfer to the hotel.

Dubrovnik, a unique jewel of the Adriatic coast, is one of the most emblematic cities in the world. The city state of Dubrovnik was one of the most important commercial cities in the entire Adriatic region. Visit the historic center and discover its ancient secret. You will be fascinated by the entrance to the city - the Pile Gate, the Franciscan Monastery, the Rector's Palace. Free afternoon to explore the city on your own.

We begin to discover the magical islands of Croatia. Transfer from the hotel to the port of Dubrovnik to take the ferry to the island of Korcula - home of Marco Polo, the famous medieval explorer. Most of the island is covered with various almost black pine forests, which is why Korcula is also known as “the Black Island”. The town of Korcula looks like a mini-Dubrovnik, as it is also surrounded by medieval stone walls and towers. Visit of the old town and free time.

Time for a new adventure. We take the ferry in Korcula that will take us to the island of Hvar, known as the sunniest island in the Adriatic. They tour the city with the guide to learn about the history and traditions of the place. Hvar town offers a wide variety of typical restaurants, bars and cafes so good food is guaranteed!

We return to the mainland to visit Split. The ancient city center with its Roman Palace of Diocletian is part of the UNESCO Heritage Site and the most attractive Roman monument in Croatia. In the afternoon, free time, and accommodation at the hotel.

After breakfast, departure to Plitvice. Time for a day in nature. Visit of the wonderful Plitvice Lakes Park, where lakes, waterfalls, and springs of spectacular beauty alternate. This region was declared a National Park in 1949 and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The park has an area of ​​almost 30,000 hectares, 22,000 of them covered with forests, where hydrography has shaped a landscape made up of 16 lakes of different altitudes, connected by 92 waterfalls and waterfalls. Lunch in a restaurant. Continuation to Zagreb and accommodation at the hotel.

Get to know the capital of Croatia during the guided tour of the historic center. The city sat above the twin cities of Gradec and Kaptol on a hill overlooking the plain of the Sava River. Gradec (or Gornji Grad, meaning “little town”), formerly a royal town, was fortified against Tatar attacks in the 13th century and some of its medieval walls and porticos still exist today. In Kaptol, an ancient religious settlement, the Episcopal Palace stands out among other things. Free afternoon to enjoy the city.

Free time until transfer to the airport for the return flight.