Discover Croatia & Slovenia: A 7-Day Journey Through the Adriatic Heartland
From the alpine shores of Lake Bled to the medieval walls of Dubrovnik, two countries revealed in one unforgettable week.
This carefully designed Croatia and Slovenia tour moves through two of Europe's most visually compelling countries, connecting historic capitals, protected natural parks, and celebrated coastal cities across seven days.
The route begins in Zagreb, Croatia's animated capital, before crossing into Slovenia for guided time in Ljubljana and a visit to Lake Bled, set within the Julian Alps. The journey then returns to Croatia, passing through the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park on the way south to the Dalmatian coast.
Split offers a living encounter with Roman history inside the walls of Diocletian's Palace, while the final days in Dubrovnik reveal a city shaped by centuries of maritime culture, Baroque architecture, and limestone streets that catch the Adriatic light at every turn.
Designed for travelers who prefer a structured yet relaxed pace, the itinerary is rated very easy and includes guided sightseeing, transfers between destinations, and a stop at a Peljesac wine cellar along the southern route.
Tour Highlights
Walk the wooden boardwalks of Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 16 interconnected crystal-blue lakes and 92 waterfalls set within dense forest.
Visit Lake Bled in the Julian Alps, where a glacial lake, an island church, and a clifftop medieval castle combine to create one of Central Europe's most iconic landscapes.
Explore Ljubljana's compact old town, including the Three Bridges, Robba's Fountain, and the Baroque Town Hall, on a guided afternoon tour through the Slovenian capital.
Discover Diocletian's Palace in Split, a UNESCO-protected Roman complex whose ancient cellars and repurposed walls form the living core of a modern Dalmatian city.
Walk the medieval city walls of Dubrovnik, known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, and take in its noble palaces, Baroque fountains, and the shimmer of the surrounding sea.
Stop at a wine cellar on the Peljesac peninsula to sample Plavac Mali, the signature red wine of southern Dalmatia, paired with free time in the historic salt-town of Ston.
Begin in Zagreb's Upper Town, visiting St Mark's Church, the Cathedral, and the Croatian National Theatre during a morning guided tour of the country's historic capital.
Itinerary
Arrive at Zagreb Airport and transfer to your hotel. The following morning, a guided tour covers the fortified Upper Town, St Mark's Church with its tiled roof, the Cathedral, the Croatian National Theatre, and the University.
Travel to Ljubljana for an afternoon guided tour of the old centre, taking in the Central open-air market, the Three Bridges, the Baroque Town Hall, and Robba's Fountain. Dinner and overnight in the Ljubljana area.
After breakfast, visit Bled Castle, the oldest castle in Slovenia, above the emerald glacial lake. Continue south into Croatia and arrive in the Plitvice Lakes area for dinner and overnight.
A morning walk through Plitvice Lakes National Park explores the 16 cascading lakes and 92 waterfalls before the group departs for Split. An afternoon guided tour reveals the history and architecture of Diocletian's Palace and its cellars.
Depart Split toward Dubrovnik, stopping at a Peljesac wine cellar and the medieval town of Ston. Arrive in Dubrovnik for a guided city tour covering the Cathedral, noble palaces, fountains, and the famous city walls.
Spend the day exploring Dubrovnik independently or join an optional excursion to Montenegro and the Bay of Kotor. Optional tours can be arranged locally.
What Is Included
Included
- 6 nights hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Dinner on Days 2, 3, and 4
- All transfers between destinations
- Guided city tour of Zagreb
- Guided city tour of Ljubljana
- Visit to Bled Castle
- Guided walk at Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Guided tour of Diocletian's Palace in Split
- Guided city tour of Dubrovnik
- Wine tasting stop on Peljesac peninsula
- Free time in Ston
- Airport transfers in Zagreb and Dubrovnik
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners not listed above
- Optional excursion to Montenegro and Bay of Kotor
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Entry fees not listed as included
Important Information
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