Eastern Capitals & the Dalmatian Riviera - Small Group
Eastern Capitals & the Dalmatian Riviera - Small Group
Eastern Capitals & the Dalmatian Riviera - Small Group
14 Days Starting in Vienna and ending in Dubrovnik
Visiting: Vienna, Maribor, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Trogir, Split, Sarajevo, Mostar, Dubrovnik
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SE961ZN19
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 24
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
From Vienna to Ljubljana and onto Dubrovnik, this grand tour takes in the natural wonders of Plitvice National Park, the historic wartime Sarajevo Tunnel of Hope and the ancient town of Trogir—founded by the Greek Empire over 2000 years ago. Beginning the journey in royal style, a Schonbrunn Palace tour in Vienna brings the dynasty of the Habsburgs to life as a Local Expert guides you through the palatial ballrooms, and stately grounds. In the Slovenian capital, the intoxicating aromas of Ljubljanan???s Central Market are food for the soul, while the Croatian capital of Zagreb showcases the architectural grandeur of its twin towns. A tour of the Dalmatian Riviera serves up the 1700-year-old cellars of Split and the pearl of the Adriatic—Dubrovnik.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Vienna
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hilton Vienna Park.
Accommodation Name: Hilton Vienna Park
Meals Included: Dinner with Wine
On arrival at Vienna airport, your transfer will leave for your hotel at 10:00, 13:00 or 15:30.Join your Travel Director at 17:30 for a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant, for a pleasant evening of dinner and wine.
Day 2: Exploring Stately Vienna
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hilton Vienna Park.
Accommodation Name: Hilton Vienna Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Join a Local Expert for a private tour of Maria Theresa's Schönbrunn Palace and explore its formal gardens at your pace. Then get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. Built along the lines of the old city walls, it showcases many of the capital's architectural highlights, including the Opera House, Hofburg Imperial Residence, the Austrian Parliament Building and Karlskirche. The rest of the day is at your leisure to continuing exploring.
Day 3: Maribor And Ljubljana
Location: Vienna, Maribor, Ljubljana
Accommodation: Hotel Lev Ljubljana.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Lev Ljubljana
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, cross the border into Slovenia and journey to its second largest city, Maribor. After spending time in this charming location, head to the beloved city of Ljubljana.
Day 4: Exploring Lovable Ljubljana Relaxed Start
Location: Ljubljana
Accommodation: Hotel Lev Ljubljana.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Lev Ljubljana
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Your Local Expert will reveal the Baroque elegance of the Slovenian capital. The medieval castle stands as an ancient guardian, the City Hall and Cathedral of St. Nicholas testify to its historical importance, while the Triple Bridge spans the river adorned with cafes and restaurants. Spend time in the glorious Central Market, rich with the heady aromas of fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, meat and spices. Your Local Expert will share insights into some of the Slovenian delicacies on display and treats you to a tasting. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to Postojna Caves?In the evening, choose from a hand-picked selection of local restaurants for your Dine-Around Evening.
Day 5: Zagreb’S Twin Towns Relaxed Start
Location: Ljubljana, Zagreb
Accommodation: Sheraton Zagreb Hotel.
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Zagreb Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend the morning in Slovenia before journeying into Croatia, where on arrival in Zagreb, you meet your Local Expert for an exploration of this capital. Take a walk to see the art Pavillion, the academy of Sciences and Art and pass Zrinjevac Park. We then board the city's funicular to St. Mark's Church and the Lotrščak Tower, take a walk back down through the Stone gate and back to the Square.
Day 6: Zagreb At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Zagreb
Accommodation: Sheraton Zagreb Hotel.
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Zagreb Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
A free day to relax and enjoy a city that is bursting with culture. Perhaps spend time exploring one of the many museums or browsing the shops in Donji Grad? Maybe try the local cuisine in one of Zagreb's interesting restaurants or cafes or join an Optional Experience to the charming village of Kumrovec and meet a local to hear their perspective on the region's history?
Day 7: On To Plitvice National Park Relaxed Start
Location: Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zagreb
Accommodation: Hotel Lyra, Licko Petrovo Selo.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Lyra
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Journey south to visit one of Europe's great natural wonders.Explore Plitvice with Insight Choice. Choose between two MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences: Join a Local Expert to explore Plitvice National Park and learn how the site actively carries out research to monitor the natural habitat of species. Alternatively meet the industrious women of the Tara Community Centre, who produce handicrafts, enabling employment and engagement in the community.
Day 8: Along The Dalmatian Coast
Location: Trogir, Split, Plitvice Lakes National Park
Accommodation: Hotel President Solin, Split.
Accommodation Name: Hotel President Solin
Meals Included: Breakfast
The green forests give way to pebble-dashed shores lapped by turquoise waters as you travel to Trogir, UNESCO World Heritage site, a historic town founded by the Greeks more than 2,300 years ago. Admire the cathedral and Renaissance Cipiko Palace, before continuing to the historic port of Split. The Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here, and today it forms the heart of the Old Town of Split. With your Local Expert, explore the 1,700 year-old palace cellars, and learn the story of the infamous emperor. Continue through the labyrinthine streets and arcaded squares to see St. Duje's- originally Diocletian's Mausoleum, and the Temple of Jupiter, which today is a baptistery, as well as the Golden Gate. Your exploration then continues underground as you are guided through the cellars. In the evening, don't miss the opportunity to dine like a true local at a traditional Konoba.
Day 9: Exploring Split Relaxed Start
Location: Split
Accommodation: Hotel President Solin, Split.
Accommodation Name: Hotel President Solin
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Always buzzing, lively Split has just the right balance of tradition and modernity. See Dalmatian life as it’s lived with a full day free to explore Split and its surroundings. Why not join an Optional Experience to discover the beautiful Dalmatian island, Hvar? Explore the historic Old Town with your Local Expert before having free time to relax by the seafront or admire the stunning views from the hilltop fortress.
Day 10: Mostar To Sarajevo
Location: Sarajevo, Mostar, Split
Accommodation: Swissotel Sarajevo.
Accommodation Name: Swissotel Sarajevo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
In the morning, cross the border into Bosnia & Herzegovina to Mostar. During your guided walking exploration with your Local Expert, see the famous Stari Most, or Old Bridge, reconstructed after being almost completely destroyed during the Croat–Bosniak War. The cobbled old town stretches on both sides of the bridge and is filled with shops selling Turkish-style souvenirs. Continue to Sarajevo, a town with a turbulent past - in 1914 it was the site of the assassination that sparked World War I and more recently, it endured the longest siege in modern military history. Follow the scenic route to Sarajevo for a unique and rewarding insight into the local way of life as you are invited into a Sarajevan family home for a dinner with drinks. Savour the warm hospitality and authentic cuisine as you hear inspirational stories about their culture and experience the local culture.
Day 11: Sarajevo, The City Of Culture
Location: Sarajevo
Accommodation: Swissotel Sarajevo.
Accommodation Name: Swissotel Sarajevo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning sightseeing with a Local Expert introduces you to the Sarajevo War Tunnels Museum, housing part of the secret tunnel that was the city's lifeline during the Bosnian war. You will also see the Latin Bridge where Austrian Crown Prince, Franz Ferdinand, was assassinated. Continue along the Milajacka river and see the historic Hapsburg centre of the city. In the afternoon, enjoy time at your leisure.
Day 12: On To Dubrovnik
Location: Dubrovnik, Sarajevo
Accommodation: Hotel Dubrovnik Palace.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Ariston
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cross the border into Croatia and journey to the walled town of Dubrovnik. On arrival, join your Local Expert to explore the stone-paved streets inside the 16th century bastions of the old town. See Onofrio's Fountain and the Rector's Palace and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries.
Day 13: Optional Montenegro Experience Relaxed Start
Location: Dubrovnik
Accommodation: Hotel Dubrovnik Palace.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Ariston
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
In the morning, why not visit Montenegro? This Optional Experience travels to Kotor, where your camera can capture one of the most beautiful parts of the bay as you learn the history of the area, before returning to Dubrovnik with a short cruise. As the sun begins to set, and should the weather permit, join your fellow travel companions as you sit back and enjoy a relaxing cruise around the fabled bay of Dubrovnik. Later, enjoy a Celebration Dinner of typical Dalmatian Coast cuisine, accompanied by local wines.
Day 14: Depart Dubrovnik
Location: Dubrovnik
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your travels draw to a close after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Dubrovnik airport at 05:00, 09:00 and 11:30.
What's Included
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Travel Director
Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organizer, and friend overseas.
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Personal Radio Headsets
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
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Luggage Handling
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
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Included Tips
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
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Complimentary Wi-Fi
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
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Insight Flourish
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
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Airport Transfers
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare not included.
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Meals
Some meals not included, providing the flexibility to explore local cuisine on your own.
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Optional Excursions
Optional experiences and excursions are available for purchase during your trip.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, including souvenirs, laundry, and beverages, are not included.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided?
Accommodation includes stays at hotels such as Hilton Vienna Park, Hotel Lev Ljubljana, Sheraton Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Lyra, Hotel President Solin, Swissotel Sarajevo, and Hotel Ariston.
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What countries does the Eastern Capitals & the Dalmatian Riviera tour visit?
The Eastern Capitals & the Dalmatian Riviera tour visits Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia.
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How many meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 6 dinners with wine and 13 breakfasts.
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What are some highlights of the tour?
Highlights of the tour include exploring Plitvice Lakes National Park with a Local Expert, experiencing a Dine-Around Evening in Ljubljana, enjoying a home-hosted dinner in Sarajevo, and exploring the historic city of Dubrovnik with a Local Expert.
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What are the transportation options during the tour?
Transportation includes travel in an air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Enhanced hygiene protocols are followed, and physical distancing measures are implemented.
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What are the start and end locations of the tour?
The tour starts in Vienna and ends in Dubrovnik.
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Are there any cultural experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes cultural experiences such as a Dine-Around Evening in Ljubljana, a home-hosted dinner in Sarajevo, and a Celebration Dinner in Dubrovnik.
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Is there an option for private tours?
The provided information does not specify if there is an option for private tours.
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What is included in the tour?
The tour includes services of a highly-skilled Travel Director, personal radio headsets for guided visits, baggage handling, hotel and restaurant tips, complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi, and transfers at scheduled times.
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Are there any boat or cruise excursions included?
Yes, the tour includes a relaxing cruise around the bay of Dubrovnik.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Insight Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of insight vacations charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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