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ZAGREB TO VENICE
Via Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro & Slovenia
14 days/13 nights, Zagreb/Venice
Depart:
Apr-Oct2009
$3975 pp twin share standard hotels (s/supp $1134)
sat
Zagreb
D

Transfer from the airport to your hotel. The day is at leisure until a welcome dinner.

sun
Zagreb
B

Sightseeing tour along the historic Upper Town: St. Mark's Church, St. Catherine's Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government Palace. Afternoon at leisure.

mon
Zagreb/Sarajevo
BD

Journey south, out of Croatia to Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina). After checking in at the hotel, relax and enjoy dinner

tue
Sarajevo/Dubrovnik
B

Sarajevo has been influenced by a number of cultures and civilizations: the picturesque Turkish bazaar "Bas Carsija", the Husref Bay's Mosque, Gavrilo Princip Museum. Through the mountain Gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar to your hotel in Dubrovnik.

wed
Dubrovnik
B

On your walking tour view: the Rector's Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column and the Sponza Palace. See the Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries and its ancient Pharmacy. Afternoon at leisure.

thu
Dubrovnik/Excursion to Montenegro
BD

Travel to the Republic of Montenegro. View the beautiful Bay of Kotor, the deepest fjord in South Europe, the tiny towns of Risan and Kotor. Then to Cetinje, once the seat of Montenegrin rulers, today a city museum. Panoramic of the villages of Sveti Stefan and Budva before returning to Dubrovnik.

fri
Dubrovnik/Split
B

Northbound along the Adriatic Coast to Split. Visit the historic centre and the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, see the remnants of this heritage, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral.

sat
Split/Trogir/Plitvice Lakes
BD

Visit the Trogir, a popular base for artistic activities. Continue inland to Plitvice Lakes National Park.

sun
Plitvice Lakes
BD

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.

mon
Plitvice Lakes/Opatija/Bled
BD

Return to the coast to Opatija on the Bay of Kvarner. Your panoramic tour of this former Imperial resort city. Drive across the border into Slovenia and to picturesque Bled.

Tue
Bled/Ljubljana/Bled
BD

Sightseeing tour of Bled with the lakeshore and imposing Bled Castle perched on a cliff. Travel to Ljubljana (Slovenia). View the Central Market, Baroque Town Hall, Robba's Fountain, the Three Bridges and the Parliament. Return to Bled in the evening.

wed
Bled/Postojna/Venice
D

Travel southbound to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Then, continue on to Venice.

thu
Venice
BD

Walking tour of Venice featuring major city highlights: St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs. The tour ends with a visit to a glass blowing workshop. Farewell dinner at local restaurant.

fri
Venice
B

After breakfast we drive to Venice airport for your flight home.

Inclusions: 13 nights in twin share in quality hotels, service charges, hotel taxes, breakfast daily, 8 dinners, arrival and departure transfers, touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach. Tour escort, English speaking tour guides in: Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice Lakes, Opatija, Ljubljana, Bled, Postojna Cave and Venice.


ISLAND HOPPING SOUTHERN DALMATIA
11 days/10 nights, Dubrovnik/Split
Depart: Jun-Sep2009
Standard hotels: $1519 pp twin share (s/supp $1004)
Superior hotels: $1833 pp twin share (s/supp $1196)
day 1
Dubrovnik

Met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure.

day 2
Dubrovnik
B

Morning walking tour of this beautiful city, with your private local guide. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

day 3
Dubrovnik To Korcula
B

Transfer to the pier in Dubrovnik, embark on the ferry to Kor?ula. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Kor?ula. The rest of the day is at leisure.

day 4
Korcula
B

Korcula has a legendary past: this quaint island offers secluded little bays and quaint towns with red roofed houses.

day 5
Korcula
B

Full day at leisure or join one of the optional excursions.

day6
Korcula To Hvar
B

Transfer to the pier in Vela Luka to embark on the catamaran to Hvar. Afternoon at leisure.

day7
Hvar
B

Sunny Hvar, as the slogan reads, is characterised by gentle winters and warm summers. Enjoy the day at leisure..

day8
Hvar
B

The day is at leisure for you to explore at your own pace.

day9
Hvar To Split
B

Transfer to the pier in Hvar, embark on the catamaran for your return to the mainland. Afternoon at leisure in Split.

day10
Split
B

The largest city in Dalmatia with a rich cultural and monumental heritage, it's surrounded by many picturesque villages and islands.

day11
Split
B

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Split airport and your onward arrangements.

Inclusions: 10 nights in twin share in quality hotels. Ferry crossing: Dubrovnik/Korcula (Vela Luka) deck tickets. Catamaran crossings: Korcula (Vela Luka)/Hvar/Split deck tickets. Sightseeing with private local guide in Dubrovnik. Service and local taxes. Arrival and departure transfers, all local transfers: hotels/embarkation/hotels.


ADRIATIC HIGHLIGHTS
5 days/4 nights, Dubrovnik/Zagreb
Depart Sun: May-Jun Jul-Sep2009
$834 pp twin share $897 pp twin share (s/supp $230)
sun
Dubrovnik
D

Met on arrival at Dubrovnik Airport and transferred to your hotel. Dinner.

mon
Dubrovnik/Split
BD

Morning guided tour of the historical centre of Dubrovnik. Then travel along the Adriatic Coast and the Neretva River Delta to your hotel in Split.

tue
Split/Trogir/Zadar
BD

Your guided tour of Split includes the Diocletian's Palace. Depart for the picturesque medieval town of Trogir. Continue to your hotel in Zadar.

wed
Zadar/Zagreb
BD

Morning guided tour of Zadar, including the Roman Forum and the Romanesque Church of St Donatus. Afternoon departure for Zagreb.

thu
Zagreb
B

Your guided city tour of Zagreb includes the fortified Upper Town, St Mark's Church with its multi coloured roof, the Cathedral, the Croatian National Theatre and University. Afternoon transfer to Zagreb airport.

Inclusions: 4 nights in twin share in quality 3* hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, arrival and departure transfers, entrance fees: Franciscan Monaster and Rector's Palace in Dubrovnik; the Diocletian's Palace and Cathedral in Split; St Lawrence Cathedral in Trogir; St Donatus Church in Zadar. Service and local taxes. Quality air-conditioned coach throughout.


THE BEST OF CROATIA
8 days/7 nights, Zagreb/Zagreb
Depart Thu: Apr-Oct2009 $1886 pp twin share (s/supp $546)
thu
Zagreb
D

on arrival at Zagreb Airport and transferred to your hotel. Dinner.

fri
Zagreb
BLD

Morning guided tour of Zagreb, including the fortified Upper Town, St Mark's Church, the Cathedral, Croatian National Theatre and University. Lunch at local restaurant. Dinner at the your hotel in Rijeka.

sat
Rijeka/ Zadar/Trogir/Split
BLD

Depart for Zadar and arrive in time for lunch. View the 2C bC Roman Forum and the 9C Church of St Donatus. En route stop at the medieval Trogir. Dinner on arrival at your hotel in Split.

sun
Split/Dubrovnik
BLD

Morning guided tour of the historical centre of Split. Then travel along the Adriatic Coast and the Makarska Riviera and on to your hotel in Dubrovnik.

mon
Dubrovnik
BD

Morning tour of Dubrovnik including the Rector's Palace, the Cathedral, the Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries with Europe's third oldest pharmacy.

tue
Dubrovnik/Plitvice
BLD

Morning departure for Plitvice, driving along the Adriatic Coast and the Neretva River Delta, then inland across the valley of the Cetina River. Continue to Plitvice after lunch. Dinner.

wed
Plitvice/Zagreb
BLD

Tour the Plitvice Lakes National Park, view the 16 terraced Lakes, creating a series of cascading waterfalls, surrounded by dense woods. Dinner at your hotel in Zagreb.

thu
Zagreb
B

After breakfast transfer to Zagreb Airport for your return flight.

Inclusions: 7 nights in twin share in quality 4* hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, 5 lunches, arrival and departure transfers, entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Local tour guides in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. Service and local taxes. Quality air-conditioned coach throughout.


HIGHLIGHTS OF CROATIA
8 days/7 nights, Dubrovnik/Dubrovnik
Depart Sun: May-Jun $1237
Jul-Sep2009 pp twin share $1334 pp twin share (s/supp $371)
sun
Dubrovnik
D

On arrival met at Dubrovnik Airport, met and transferred to your hotel. Dinner.

mon
Dubrovnik/Split
BD

Morning tour of Dubrovnik including the Rector's Palace, the Cathedral, the Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries with Europe's third oldest pharmacy. Afternoon departure for Split.

tue
Split/Trogir/Zadar
BD

Your guided tour of Split includes the Diocletian's Palace. Depart for the picturesque medieval town of Trogir. Continue to your hotel in Zadar.

wed
Zadar/Zagreb
BD

Guided tour of Zadar, including the Roman Forum and St Donatus Church . Afternoon departure for Zagreb.

thu
Zadar/Plitvice
BD

Your guided city tour of Zagreb includes the fortified Upper Town, St Mark's Church with its multi coloured roof. Afternoon departure for Plitvice.

fri
Plitvice
BD

Tour the Plitvice Lakes National Park, view the 16 terraced Lakes, creating a series of cascading waterfalls, surrounded by dense woods.

sat
Plitvice/Trilj/Dubrovnik
BD

Travel to Dubrovnik via Trilj and the Valley of Cetina River. Dinner at your hotel.

sun
Dubrovnik
B

After breakfast you will be transferred to Dubrovnik Airport.

Inclusions: 7 nights in twin share in quality 3* hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, arrival and departure transfers, entrance fees: Franciscan Monastery and Rector's Palace in Dubrovnik; Diocletian's Palace and Cathedral in Split; St Lawrence Cathedral in Trogir; St Donatus Church in Zadar; Plitvice Lakes National Park. Local tour guides in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. Service and local taxes. Quality air-conditioned coach throughout.


BALKAN TOUR
Croatia, Montenegro, Albania
8 days/7 nights, Dubrovnik/Dubrovnik
Depart Sun: Jun $1239 pp twin share
Jul-Sep2009 $1290 pp twin share (s/supp $371)
sun
Dubrovnik
D

Arrival at Dubrovnik Airport, met and transferred to your hotel.

mon
Dubrovnik/ Budva/Montenegro/Shkodra/Tirana
BD

Arrival at Dubrovnik Airport, met and transferred to your hotel.

tue
Tirana/Ohrid/Macedonia
B

Tour of Tirana (Albania), including Skenderbey Square, Mosque of Ethem Bey and the National Museum. Afternoon departure to Ohrid, driving via Elbasan, crossing the Macedonian border at Cafasan.

wed
Ohrid
BD

Enjoy your Lakeside Resort in Ohrid. Afternoon drive to visit St Naum Monastery on the shores of Ohrid.

thu
Ohrid /Skopje
BD

Depart Ohrid. Guided tour of Skopje, the Kale Fortress, Church of the Holy Savior, continue to the slopes of Mt Vodno and visit the Monastery of St Panteleimon.

fri
Skopje/Kola?in / Montenegro
BD

Driving via Pe? and Berane, along the Mora?a River Canyon. Afternoon arrival at Kola?in, surrounded by the lush pine forest of Mt Bjelasica a popular skiing and spa resort.

sat
Kola?in/Cetinje/Kotor/Dubrovnik
BD

At Cetinje visit the King Nicholas Museum, then continue to Budva and Kotor, visit the St Triphun Cathedral. Continue along the picturesque Bay of Kotor to Dubrovnik.

sun
Dubrovnik
B

Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport after breakfast.

Inclusions: 7 nights in twin share in quality 3/4* hotels, breakfast daily, 6 dinners, arrival and departure transfers, entrance fees: Franciscan Monastery and Rector's Palace in Dubrovnik; National Museum in Tirana, St Sofia, St Clement and St Naum in Ohrid; Church of Holy Savior and Monastery of St Panteleimon in Skopje; Residence of King Nikola I Petrovi? in Cetinje; St Triphun Cathedral in Kotor. Service & local taxes. Quality air-conditioned coach throughout.



CROATIA AND BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
8 days/7 nights, Dubrovnik/Dubrovnik
Depart Sun: May-Jun $1269 pp twin share
Jul-Sep2009 $1408 pp twin share (s/supp $459)
sun
Dubrovnik
D

On arrival met at Dubrovnik Airport, met and transferred to your hotel.

mon
Dubrovnik/Mostar/Sarajevo
BD

Morning departure. Tour the historical centre at Mostar. Continue for an afternoon tour of Sarajevo, including Ba??ar?ija, Gazi Husref Bey Mosque and Tunnel War Museum.

tue
Sarajevo/Zagreb
BD

Northbound to Slavonski Brod. Then continue to your hotel in Zagreb.

wed
Zagreb/Plitvice
BD

Your guided city tour of Zagreb includes the fortified Upper Town, St Mark's Church with its multi coloured roof. Afternoon departure for Plitvice.

thu
Plitvice
BD

Tour the Plitvice Lakes National Park, view the 16 terraced Lakes, creating a series of cascading waterfalls, surrounded by dense woods.

fri
Plitvice/Trogir/Split
BD

Depart for medieval Trogir visit the town and the Cathedral of St Lawrence. Continue to Split and guided tour on arrival.

sat
Split/Dubrovnik
BD

Sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik, visit Franciscan Monastery with Europe's third oldest pharmacy, the Rector's Palace and the Cathedral

sun
Dubrovnik
BD

After breakfast you will be transferred to Dubrovnik Airport.

Inclusions: 7 nights in twin share in quality 3/4* hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, arrival and departure transfers, entrance fees: Turkish House and Mosque in Mostar; Tunnel War Museum and Gazi Husref Bey Mosque in Sarajevo; Plitvice Lakes National Park; St Lawrence Cathedral in Trogir; Diocletian's Palace and Cathedral in Split; Franciscan Monastery and Rector's Palace in Dubrovnik. Service & local taxes. Quality air-conditioned coach throughout.


CRUISE THE DALMATIAN COAST ON VINTAGE SAILING SHIPS
Sail from one island to another, unfeasible for large ships. Spend memorable days cruising the Adriatic Sea. Relax let the captain and his crew take care of you. Swim, snorkel, sunbathe, discover places of magic beauty enhanced by historical sites and quaint villages. In the evenings you are free to discover a good restaurant, a characteristic bar and absorb the local atmosphere.
SAILING DATE AND COST
Depart Sat: Opatija & Split. Depart Sun: Dubrovnik & Gruz.
Cabin category:
(pp twin share)
¡®A¡®
Top/Main Deck
¡®A¡®
Lower Deck
18, 25 Apr. 02, 09, 16 May.
26 Sep. 03, 10, 17 Oct.
798
742
23, 30 May. 06, 13 Jun. 19 Sep.
909
798
20, 27 Jun. 12 Sep.
4039
928
04,11 Jul. 29 Aug. 05 Sep
1113
1020
18, 25 Jul. 01, 08, 15, 22 Aug.
1169
1076
Inclusions: Above rates are for category A Cabins with private facilities per person in twin share. Reductions applicable for Master Deck and cabins with share facilities. All cruises include breakfast
and lunch daily. To be paid locally: Port Taxes approx €16pp, entry to National Parks from €10-15pp. In case of bad weather the captain may change the scheduled itinerary. Cruise KC2's routing attracts an obligatory supplement of €45 per person. Child: 0-10yrs reductions apply with two adults sharing.
KC1:OPATIJA/OPATIJA
Opatija/Krk/Rab/Zadar/Molat/Ilovik/Losinj/Cres/Opatija
sat
Opatija/Island of Krk
L

Depart at 13.00 from Opatija. After lunch sail to the Island of Krk with its attractive villages, rocky wilderness, islets and hundreds of inlets.

sun
Island of Krk /Island of Rab
BL

Sail to the Island of Rab, surrounded by medieval walls and facades, church towers, palaces, stone streets, don't miss the art exhibits on the street 'gallery'.

mon
IIsland of Rab/Zadar
BL

Cruise to the island of Pag, continue to Zadar. The town has great restaurants and a monumental historical centre.

tue
Zadar/Molat or Olib Islands
BL

Sail to the Molat or Olib Island (pending on the space in these two small harbours). The Molat Island is north of Zadar's archipelago. Olib Island has numerous beautiful beaches.

wed
Island of Molat or Olib/ Ilovik/Island of Losinj
BL

Sail to the peaceful Ilovik (known as the Island of flowers). Continue to the Mali Losinj Island. Stroll along the promenade or visit the nearby picturesque Veli Lo?inj.

thu
Island of Losinj/Island of Cres
BL

Sail to the Island of Cres, long and narrow, with oak, beach and pine forests as well as vineyards and olive groves. Visit the medieval city of Cres.

fri
Island of Cres/Opatija
BL

Depart for Opatija. En route view the famous Opatija Riviera, on arrival promenade to the fishing village Voloski and the great seafood restaurants.

sat
Opatija
B

After breakfast bid farewell to the crew and your friends

KC2:SPLIT/SPLIT
Makarska/Mljet/Dubrovnik/Sipan/Trstenik/Korcula/Hvar/Split
sat
Split/Makarska
L

Depart at 13.00 from Split. Sail along the Dalmatian Coast to the Makarska Riviera. Explore the streets of Makarska and its cultural heritage.

sun
Makarska/ Mljet
BL

Depart for Mljet, the first stop on the Peljesac Peninsula. Afternoon free to explore the National Park and the salt Lakes.

mon
Mljet/Dubrovnik
BL

Enjoy the stunning views as you sail for Dubrovnik. Walk through Stradun, both a street and a square within the city walls.

tue
Dubrovnik/Sipan/Trstenik
BL

Explore Dubrovnik at leisure. At midday sail to the Isle of Sipan or Trstenik on the Peljesac Peninsula.

wed
Sipan/Trstenik/Korcula
BL

Late afternoon arrival in at Korcula, the Island with most historical sites and fascinating legends.

thu
Korcula/Hvar
BL

Explore the Pakleni Islands. Continue to Hvar, visit the Renaissance Cathedral and the oldest community theatre (1612). The lively bars and cafes are open long into the night

fri
Hvar (Bol)/Split
BL

our next stop, Brac Island. Bol was a fishing village now a popular tourist venue. Afternoon arrival in Split, optional guided tour of the city.

sat
Split
Bl

After breakfast bid farewell to the crew and your friends

NB: The route for KC2 Cruise attracts a supplement of ¢æ45 per person
KC 3: SPLIT/SPLIT
Split/Omis/Korcula/Lastovo/Vela Luka/(Bisevo)Vis/Solta/Split
sat
Split/Omis
L

Depart at 13.00 from Split. Cruise along the Dalmatian Coast to Omis a picturesque town surrounded by rocky mountain cliffs, where the River Cetina flows into the Adriatic Sea.

sun
Omis/Korcula
BL

Cruise to Korcula, according to the egend Korcula was founded in the 12C bC by the Trojan hero
Anthenor. Hear about the legends and the culture.

mon
Korcula/Lastovo
BL

Visit the markets in Korcula before cruising to Lastovo, the furthest, inhabited Island in Dalmatia,
surrounded by islets, with plenty of bays ideal for snorkelling.

tue
Lastovo/Vela Luka
BL

Cruise back to Korcula, to the port of Vela Luka. Taste some of the renowned Korcula wines and listen
to the traditional Klapa singing.

wed
Vela Luka/Vis (Bisevo)
BL

Continue to the charming Island of Vis where the Greeks had their first colony in 4C. Option to visit the famous Blue Caves at the nearby Bisevo.

thu
Vis/solta
BL

Cruise to the beautiful Solta Island, renowned for its excellent, dark olive oil and lovely little fishing villages.
Overnight in Stomorska

fri
solta/Split (BL)
BL

Morning at leisure to explore the various bays
on the Island Solta or Island of Brac. Afternoon arrival in Split.

sat
Split
BL

After breakfast bid farewell to the crew and your friends

NB: The route for KC2 Cruise attracts a supplement of ¢æ45 per person
KC 4: SPLIT/SPLIT
Split/Omis/Korcula/Lastovo/Vela Luka/(Biseevo)Vis/Solta/Split
sat
Split/Rogoznica or Primosten
L

Departure from Split. Overnight in Rogoznica or Primo?ten (depending on space in the small ports), both villages offer many restaurants and small cafes with remarkable wines.

sun
Sibenik/Krka/Waterfalls/Skradin or Zlarin
BL

In Sibenik visit the historic centre and the Castle above the town. Depart for the Krka Waterfalls, discover the beauty of Krka, and its exceptional flora and fauna. Overnight in Skradin or Zlarin.

mon
Krka Waterfalls/Kornati/Sali
BL

On to the famous National Park Kornati, with its rich historical remains, it consists of 140 islands and reefs. Some inlets descend 100m steeply to sea and are dramatically razor sharp.

tue
Sali/Zadar
BL

Morning at leisure, afternoon continue to Zadar, the former metropolis, today is the centre of the region, with a rich monumental heritage visible at every step.

wed
Zadar/Vodice
BL

Cruise to the popular resort Vodice with beautiful beaches and attractive restaurants and cafes.

thu
Vodice/Trogir
BL

ancient Trogir, referred to as a "miniature Venice" or a floating museum.

fri
Trogir/Split
BL

On the way to Split, stop on the Ciovo Island (connected to Trogir by a bridge).

sat
Split
B

After breakfast bid farewell to the crew and your new friends.

KC 5: DIBROVNIK/ DUBROVNIK
Dubrovnik/Korcula/Hvar/Trstenik/Mljet/Sipan/Dubrovnik
sun
Dubrovnik

Embark from 13.00. The afternoon is free to visit this charming old city.

mon
Dubrovnik/Korcula
BL

for Korcula. Explore the intricate history and legends of this Island.

tue
Korcula/Hvar
BL

Stop at the tiny Scedro Island on the way to Hvar, (the longest island in the Adriatic). Visit the Renaissance Cathedral and the oldest community theatre in Europe. There are plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes.

wed
Hvar/Trstenik
BL

Continue cruising to the quaint town of Trstenik on the Peljesac Peninsula, renowned for its vineyards and the production of the Dingac Wine.

thu
Trstenik/Mljet
BL

Sail to the Island of Mljet, a National Park. Overnight at Polaca/Pomena, in the middle of the large lake, visit an ancient Abbey, hire a bicycle and cycle around the lakes, or just roam around in small rowing boats.

fri
Mljet/Sipan
BL

Continue to the group of the Elafiti Islands, (west of Dubrovnik) with beautiful beaches. Swim and lunch on the smallest island, then overnight at the largest: Sipan.

sat
Sipan/Dubrovnik
BL

The whole day is free to explore Dubrovnik. Promenade inside the city walls and through Straudun, both a street and a square. Overnight in the Gruz, the port of this magical town

sun
Dubrovnik
L

After breakfast bid farewell to the crew and your new friends