Discover the Western Balkans 2023 7d

Guaranteed Departure Tour 2023 / 7 days, 6 nights

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Unesco heritage sites:
–  Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian (1979)
–  Old City of Dubrovnik (1979)
–  Plitvice Lakes National Park (1979)
–  Venetian Works of Defence between the 16th and 17th Centuries: Stato da Terra – Western Stato da Mar; Zadar (2017)

Capital cities:
– Zagreb (Croatia), Ljubljana (Slovenia)

Natural sites:
– Lake Bled

*Why not combine this tour with a CRUISE !

DAY 1 Wednesday ZAGREB; D

Transfer on the day of the tour from Zagreb airport, or another hotel in Zagreb to the tour hotel, rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Zagreb /Zagreb area/.

DAY 2 Thursday ZAGREB – BLED – LJUBLJANA; B, D

Morning sightseeing tour of Zagreb, Croatian capital city, gives you the opportunity to see the fortified Upper Town, the city’s historical center, St Mark’s church with its multi-colored roof, the Cathedral, Croatian National Theatre and the University.

Departure to Bled, small town in the Julian Alps that ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts. It’s like a setting for a classic fairy tale: immense natural beauty with mountains and forests surrounding an emerald glacial lake. Dinner and overnight in Ljubljana /Ljubljana area/.

DAY 3 Friday LJUBLJANA – PLITVICE; B, D

Morning guided tour of Ljubljana, Slovenian capital where you will see the most significant sights of its old center: the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, the Baroque Town Hall and Robba’s Fountain.
After Ljubljana we are continuing our journey to Plitvice lakes and walk around this well-known UNESCO World Heritage Site, natural beauty of the 16 crystal – blue lakes cascading into 92 spectacular waterfalls. Dinner and overnight in Plitvice area.

DAY 4 Saturday PLITVICE – ZADAR – SPLIT; B, D

Morning departure towards Zadar, where upon arrival we’ll be taking you for a guided walking tour through the Roman Forum from the 1st century BC, passing by the 9th century pre-Romanesque church of St. Donatus as well as St. Anastasia church. Departure to Split.
This afternoon our guide will uncover for you the secrets of the UNESCO protected Diocletian’s Palace and its cellars. The original palace was modified by its new inhabitants during the middle Ages, but making it even more beautiful and what it is today: the city’s living heart. Dinner and overnight in Split /Split area/.

Rates and departure dates 2023:

DISCOVER THE WESTERN BALKANS 2023. (Croatia and Slovenia)
Departure date (from Zagreb)
October 11 (season D)	1030 EUR
May 10, 24; September 27, October 04 (season C)	1210 EUR
June 7, 14, 21; September 20 (season B)	1260 EUR
July 19, August 9, 23; September 6, 13 (season A)	1325 EUR
Pre stay in Zagreb – supplement – BB basis	78 EUR
Post stay in Dubrovnik – supplement – BB basis	EUR 84 (D) – 120 (C) – 135 (B) – 150 (A)
Single  supplement	400 EUR

Price per person for double occupancy.

Tour includes:
air-conditioned vehicle with driver at group’s disposal as per itinerary
experienced tour leader
hotel accommodation on half board basis (breakfast and dinner) as per itinerary
sightseeing tours of Zagreb, Zadar, Ljubljana, Plitvice Lakes, Split, Dubrovnik

Optional excursions:
Korcula / Montenegro on Monday – upon availability, booking on the spot

Other services:
Entrances to Plitvice Lakes

Not included:
Gratuities, drinks, telephone charges and incidentals

Reservation

• 35% of the price at the time of the booking
• remaining balance latest 30 days prior to arrival

Cancellation Terms:

All cancellations must be made in writing.

The following scale of charges will apply when notice of cancellation of the passenger is given after the booking is confirmed:

No. of days prior to departure	cancellation fee
45 – 30 days prior to departure	10% of the tour rate
29 – 9 days prior to departure	25% of the tour rate
8 – 1 days prior to departure	50% of the tour rate
“no-show”	100% of the tour rate

Any complaint about your tour should be made immediately to the tour director.

Refund claims:

All refund claims must be submitted to Vanadis Travel in writing within 30 days of the completion of the tour.

Hotels:

• Astoria 4* or similar – Zagreb
• Hotel Lev 4* or similar – Ljubljana
• Jezero 3* or similar – Plitvice area
• Dioklecijan 4* or similar – Split
• Valamar 4* or similar – Dubrovnik

Note: Hotels listed above will be used on almost all departures. If changes become necessary for any reason, substitute hotels will be similar to those listed here.

We kindly ask you to fill out the reservation form with requested details to get an offer with a booking option.