8 nights small group tour combining the best of Italy, Slovenia, Croatia and Austria

8 nights small group tour combining the best of Italy, Slovenia, Croatia and Austria. Divine Alpine fresh air, world famous Plitvice lakes and 4 more mezmerizing lake sights, Mediterranean historical towns, wrapped in exquisite taste of unique gastronomical experiences.

• Guaranteed departures from Mestre to Split
• English speaking tour leader

Day 1  MESTRE (Italy) 
Individual arrival to Hotel Russott in Mestre.

Day 2 MESTRE - VENICE - BLED (Slovenia)   (B,D)
Meeting point with tour leader at the hotel reception from 09.00 till 09.30 AM. Departure towards Venice followed by sightseeing of this unique floating city. Enjoy a walking tour with an English speaking guide before returning back to land and continuing towards Slovenia. Dinner and overnight in Bled lake area.

Day 3  BLED - BOHINJ - BLED (B)
Enjoy a relaxing tour of glacier Lake Bled, one of the most popular destinations in Slovenia for it's picturesque settings. After Bled boat ride time at leisure on the island. Afterwards visit to the Bled castle to admire wonderful historic city,
lake and surrounding mountains – on a clear day you can see Slovenia’s highest mountain, Mount Triglav. Our final stop of the day will be the Lake Bohinj, one of the best kept secrets in the area, which will give you abundance of photo ops, as will the entire day. Overnight in Bled lake area.

Day 4  BLED - KLAGENFURT (Austria) - WÖRTHER SEE - BLED (B, L)
Today we visit the neighbor country of Austria, which means this day will offer plenty of views of the Alps, impressive at any time of the year. In the historic county of Carinthia, enjoy a panoramic tour of popular vacation spot, the 20 km long Lake Wörth. We continue to the charming Klagenfurt, University town with the beautiful Lindworm fountain dominating the old city square, the Altplatz. After the visit, and before returning to Bled lake area, lunch in Klagenfurt area. Overnight in Bled lake area.

Day 5  BLED - POSTOJNA - ROVINJ - ROVINJ  or POREČ (Croatia)  (B)
Today we continue our trip towards Croatia and stop at the Postojna Caves. One of the largest underground caves system in Europe hides wondrous geological creations and is home of the olm. Next destination, Renaissance Predjama Castle situated on a high cliff, tells the 700 years old story of its predecessors and Postojna. Arrival to the enchanting coastal town of Rovinj in the late afternoon. Overnight in Rovinj or Poreč.

Day 6  ISTRIATOUR (B, T, T) 
Our day will start with sightseeing the most precious jewels of Istrian Coast. A walk through labyrinths of cobbled streets will lead you through some of the most picturesque streets in Istria revealing the rich history of this stunning peninsula. Departure towards Livade for a sample of one the Istrian tastiest treasures, the truffle. The rest of the day offers a unique sensory experience - olive oil tasting rich in green scent and flavor of various sorts of extra virgin olive at one of the most renowned local producers. Afterwards you visit one of the best preserved amphitheaters in the world, the jewel of Pula, a 3000-year-old city, administrative center of Istria. Overnight in Rovinj/Poreč.

Day 7  ROVINJ or POREČ - OPATIJA - PLITVICE LAKES NP (B, L, D)
Travelling from Croatia’s biggest peninsula, we drive through Opatija. You will have time at leisure to enjoy this wonderful little town full of magnificent villas and old hotels, once famous winter resort of Austrian elite. Take a stroll through Lungomare promenade, visit Angiolina park, or simply enjoy a coffee break at Wagner's terrace. After we pass Gorski Kotar Region we arrive to a picturesque little place Fuzine to explore the Vrelo Cave. With everlasting impressions from the green lungs of Croatia, lunch that is awaiting us at the heartwarming restaurant Bitoraj, will be the blend of the traditional, home made food of the region. Through the lush green scenery the trip continues to water empire of Plitvice Lakes. Overnight in the Plitvice area.

Day 8  PLITVICE LAKES NP - SPLIT (B, D)
After breakfast, let yourself be carried away by the fascinating labyrinth of evergreen woods and lakes interconnected with stunning waterfalls. The UNESCO protected oldest Croatian national park proudly carries the title of one of world’s most impressive national parks. Our journey continues towards Split for a short evening walk through the UNESCO World Heritage site, the largest city on the Adriatic coast. On our walking tour we explore Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th century and see the Grgur Ninski Statue and will see the Cathedral and Bell Tower of St Domnius. Farewell dinner in a typical Dalmatian restaurant - konoba. Overnight in Split.

Day 9  SPLIT (B)

After the breakfast, it is time to say goodbye. Transfer to Split Airport 

* B - breakfast; D - dinner; T - tasting

 INCLUDED:

• all transfers as per itinerary in modern motor-coach / van with AC
• tour manager
• 6 x overnight with breakfast
• 2 overnights with breakfast and dinner
• accommodation in 4* hotels except in Plitvice area 3* hotel
• 2 unique gourmet experiences at renowned venues including: truffle and olive oil tasting
• guided tours of Venice, Bled, Klagenfurt, Opatija, Plitvice Lakes and Split
• Entrances: Venice Vaporetto, Bled boat ride, Bled Castle, Postojna Cave and Castle, Vrelo Cave, Plitvice Lakes National Park including boat ride and Amphitheatre Pula
• 2 lunches
• farewell dinner
• porterage

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