-Day 1 Overnight flight to Croatia (Zagreb)
Day 2 Zdravo Zagreb
Meet your tour director and check into hotel
Details: Zagreb city walk
The cobbled streets of Zagreb's Upper Town reveal centuries of Croatian history, from medieval fortifications to vibrant civic landmarks. Highlights including the colorful roof of St. Mark's Church, the historic Stone Gate, and Lotršcak Tower offer insight into the traditions, legends, and cultural heritage that have shaped Croatia's capital.
Day 3 Zagreb--Kranj
Travel to Kranj via Bela Krajina region
Details: Bela Krajina linen heritage experience
For generations, linen production played an important role in the rural communities of Bela Krajina, a region known for its distinctive cultural traditions and craftsmanship. Demonstrations of traditional flax processing, weaving, and textile-making provide insight into the skills, techniques, and way of life that helped shape the region's heritage.
Day 4 Kranj
Lake Bled ExcursionLake Bled, Bled Castle visit
Details: Bohinj excursion
Surrounded by the peaks and valleys of the Julian Alps, Bohinj offers a glimpse into Slovenia's rich alpine heritage, where traditional ways of life remain closely connected to the natural environment. Visits to a local farm and the Alpine Dairy Museum highlight the customs, skills, and agricultural traditions that have shaped the region for generations.
Details: Local farm visit
Family-run farms continue to play an important role in the Bohinj region's rural communities. Meet local farmers, learn about alpine agriculture and dairy production, and sample products inspired by centuries of mountain farming traditions.
Details: Alpine Dairy Museum visit
The story of alpine cheesemaking comes to life through exhibits exploring the traditions of shepherding, dairy production, and seasonal life in the mountains. Historic tools, techniques, and displays reveal how generations of farmers adapted to life in Slovenia's high-altitude landscapes.
Day 5 Kranj--Ljubljana
Travel to Ljubljana
Details: Radovljica beehive panel painting workshop
Radovljica is considered the heart of Slovenia's beekeeping tradition, a craft that has played an important role in the country's culture for centuries. During this hands-on workshop, learn about the colorful beehive panels that once decorated traditional apiaries before creating a painted panel inspired by the stories, symbols, and folk traditions of Slovenia's beekeeping heritage.
Details: Ljubljana guided sightseeing tour
The first thing you need to know about Ljubljana is how to pronounce it: Lee-yoob-lee-yana. Okay, now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s talk about everything else this Slovenian capital city has to offer. True to its historical significance, the Old Town center of Ljubljana remains intact despite two major earthquakes over the past 500 years. The rebuilding process did however create a unique blend of architectural works, as evidenced by the varied styles of the St. Nicholas Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, The Triple Bridge and The Dragon Bridge—the latter of which is nicknamed “mother-in-law” due to the fearsome dragons on its four corners.
Day 6 Ljubljana
Details: Rogla and Celje excursion
Ancient forests and medieval heritage come together on this excursion to two of Slovenia's most distinctive regions. Rogla showcases the natural beauty and biodiversity of the Pohorje Mountains, while Celje Castle offers a window into the legacy of the Counts of Celje, one of the most powerful noble families in Central European history
Details: Rogla Treetop walk experience
Suspended high above the Pohorje forests, the Rogla Treetop Walk offers a unique perspective on one of Slovenia's largest woodland environments. Elevated pathways provide opportunities to observe forest ecosystems, native wildlife habitats, and the biodiversity that thrives within this alpine landscape.
Details: Celje Castle guided visit
Overlooking the city of Celje from a hilltop perch, this imposing medieval fortress was once the seat of the powerful Counts of Celje, one of the most influential noble families in Central Europe. Historic towers, defensive walls, and panoramic viewpoints bring the story of medieval life, power, and politics to life.
Day 7 Ljubljana--Plitvice
Travel to Plitvice
Details: Postojna Caves visit
Postojna is a historic town in southwestern Slovenia, first mentioned in the 13th century and shaped by centuries of shifting empires. Beneath it lies the Postojna Cave, a vast karst system carved by the Pivka River, known for its underground railway and unique biodiversity. The cave has been studied and explored since the early 1800s and remains a significant site for geological and biological research.
Details: Predjama Castle visit
Built directly into the mouth of a towering cliff, Predjama Castle is one of Slovenia's most remarkable medieval landmarks and the largest cave castle in the world. Hidden passageways, dramatic legends, and a strategic position above a vast cave system reveal how the fortress was defended for centuries while offering a fascinating glimpse into medieval life and warfare.
Day 8 Plitvice
Plitvice lakes scenic boat ride
Details: Plitvice Lakes National Park guided tour
Spend today exploring the Plitvice Lakes. See the Lower Lakes, which are open year round. The national Park contains 16 lakes, all inter-connected by cascading waterfalls. The turquoise blue lakes are listed among UNESCO's World Heritage Sites.
Day 9 Plitvice--Zagreb
Traditional dinner and folklore show
Details: Travel to Zagreb
Zagreb was a former stop on the Orient Express, where Eastern and Western Europe meet.
Day 10 Flight home from Zagreb
Tour Includes:
- Round-trip airfare
- 8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
- Full European breakfast daily
- Lunch included only if noted on itinerary
- Dinner daily
- Full-time services of a professional tour director
- Guided sightseeing tours and city walks as per itinerary
- Visits to select attractions as per itinerary
- Guided sightseeing tours with high-tech headset as per itinerary
- Tour Diary™
- Local Guide and Local Bus Driver tips; see note regarding other important tips
- Note: On arrival day only dinner is provided; on departure day, only breakfast is provided
- Note: Tour cost does not include airline-imposed baggage fees, or fees for any required passport or visa. Optional excursions, optional pre-paid Tour Director and multi-day bus driver tipping, among other individual and group customizations will be listed as separate line items in the total trip cost, if included.
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