Day 01: Dubrovnik, Croatia
Arrive Dubrovnik, you are met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Situated on Lapad Bay, Hotel Kompas overlooks the crystal blue Adriatic Sea and is less than 4 km from the beautiful historical city of Dobrovnik. Unanimously considered the jewel of Croatia, Dubrovnik is best known for its well-preserved historic center contained within 13th-century city walls, its terracotta rooftops, and a stunning location overlooking the Adriatic. Enjoy the balance of your day at leisure. Hotel KompasDay 02: Dubrovnik
Morning tour of Dubrovnik, inscribed on the List of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Walk around the medieval ramparts that encircle the city. Visit to Sponza Palace, notable for its columned courtyard with elaborate stone carvings, the impressive Rector's Palace, church of St Blaise and the 14th century Franciscan Monastery - the cloister of which is one of the most inspiring sites of the city, with the oldest pharmacy in Europe. After your tour you will have the afternoon at leisure. Hotel Kompas (B)Day 03: Dubronik
The morning is free for further exploration of Dubrovnik. This afternoon transfer to the old city harbor where you will take a short cruise to Lokrum. Enjoy a guided visit to this small island with an interesting history and natural beauty. Continue by car to Cavtat, an ancient town of Epidaurum from which the town Dubrovnik ‘Ragusa’ was founded. Cavtat is a town of beautiful palaces, summer mansions and hotels, with a pleasant climate and luxurious vegetation. Enjoy time in Cavtat, perhaps visit Vlaho Bukovac gallery and/or Racic family memorial chapel. Late afternoon return transfer to your hotel. Hotel Kompas (B)Day 04: Dubrovnik - Split
Morning departure to Split. The ride passes through the most beautiful part of the Adriatic coast. Stop for lunch (on own), taste exquisite oysters grown in Ston Channel before crossing the border into and out of Bosnia and Hercegovina. Arrive Split, after checking in, proceed with an afternoon guided walking tour. At the center of this sprawling cityscape is the palace that Emperor Diocletian built during his golden years at the turn of the 4th century. The mausoleum of the pagan Roman emperor evolved with time into the oldest Roman Catholic Church. Tour of the Palace including the entire new wing, which has recently been opened after 50 years of excavations. What first was an imperial residence and fortified camp is nowadays an intriguing maze of narrow cobblestone streets where pre-Romanesque churches are nestled along the Gothic chapels. History-filled museums boast galleries of contemporary art and aroma - alluring restaurants compete with bustling cafes for the attention of the people that pass them by. This juxtaposition lies at very heart of the charms of Split. Hotel Marjan (B)Day 05: Split - Zagreb
A short morning flight takes you to Croatia’s capital, Zagreb. You are met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. This afternoon, enjoy an orientation drive through the city and, visit Mimara Musuem, then take a walking tour of medieval Kaptol and Gradec. Croatia’s economic, cultural and administrative heart, on the north bank of the river Sava. Its historic nuclei Gradec and Kaptol, in Gornji Grad (Upper Town) were founded in the Middle Ages. Hotel Dubrovnik (B)Day 06: Plitvice Lakes National Park
Full day excursion to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Plitvice Lakes. Explore the 16 crystal-blue lakes cascading into 92 spectacular waterfalls. Walk on wooden promenades to view majestic and pristine waters where every turn leads to breathtaking scenery and yet another waterfall. Return to Zagreb this afternoon. Hotel Dubrovnik (B)Day 07: Zagreb - Depart
Transfer to the airport for your departing flight. (B)
