Highlights of Austria, Slovenia and Croatia 2012
- Days: 14 days
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Type:
Group Tour
- Price From: SGD 3,635
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Highlights:
Sightseeing Highlights
Vienna See the Imperial Boulevards, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg, Opera and Parliament on your sightseeing tour.
Graz View the galleried courtyards, clock tower and Renaissance 'Landhaus'.
Lake Bled Orientation of this beautiful resort.
Ljubljana See the Opera House, Castle, Cathedral and much more.
Plitvice Lakes Entrance into the UNESCO World Heritage National Park.
Split Visit Jupiter's Temple and visit the Palace. Cruise to the Island of Hvar.
Hvar Orientation includes the 16th century cathedral and the Loggia.
Dubrovnik See the Rector's Palace, the city walls and more.
Zagreb See the Opera House, Cathedral and St. Mark's Church.
Insider Highlights
Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.
Be My Guest Luncheon of local specialities with wine on Hvar Island.
Small Group Sightseeing In Dubrovnik, enjoy an expert guided walking tour with a group size of no more than 25 guests.
Dining Highlights
Welcome Reception with your Travel Director in Vienna including Welcome Drinks and a light meal.
13 hot buffet breakfasts.
4 three-course dinners.
Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine in Dubrovnik.
Be My Guest lunch with wine on Hvar.
Farewell Dinner with wine in Zagreb.
First Class Travel Highlights
First class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and provate facilities.
All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included
Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and onboard restroom.
The services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journey.
A qualified Local Guide in Vienna, Ljubljana, Plitvice, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik and Zagreb.
Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeing
Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map.
Return ferry to the Island of Hvar in the Adriatic.
Itinerary:
Day 1: ARRIVE VIENNA (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Vienna! Spend the afternoon relaxing or take a stroll. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and evening orientation drive. This will be the perfect introduction to this magical city!
Meal(s): (Welcome Reception)
Hotel: Hilton Danube (F)
Day 2: VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
?Admire Viennas sights as you drive along the Imperial Boulevards with an expert Local Guide. See the Opera House, Parliament, St. Stephens Cathedral and the Hofburg Palace. Explore the oldest parts of the city near Am Hof on your walking tour. Spend time sightseeing on your own or join an excursion to nearby Bratislava. Tonight, consider trying local wines and cuisine at a Heurigen tavern.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 3: VIENNA - GRAZ - LAKE BLED (2 NIGHTS)
South towards the Semmering Pass, stop to view the galleried courtyards and famous clock tower at Graz. Continue via the beautiful Austrian Riviera and cross the Karawanken Mountains to the Slovenian border. Arrive later in Lake Bled, an earthly paradise and your home for the next two nights. A beautiful glacial lake in the Julian Alps, Lake Bled is a picturesque and serene escape set amid forests and mountains. There is time this afternoon to explore the medieval castle or take a boat ride on the lake.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Park Hotel Lake Bled (F)
Day 4: LAKE BLED FREE TIME
See this picturesque resort during your orientation. Spend the rest of the day as you please, or take a relaxing optional cruise on the glassy lake. Dine tonight at your hotel.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 5: LAKE BLED - LJUBLJANA - PLITVICE LAKES
It is only a short drive to Ljubljana where your expert Local Guide shows you the sights, including the Opera house, Cathedral, National Museum and Castle, and Three Bridges Square. Drive south to the Croatian border near Karlovac, and through the forested National Park of Plitvice. Admire the waterfalls and lakes of this spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site on your walking tour with an expert Local Guide. See 16 lakes of crystal clear water in many colourful shades of green, grey and blue which are linked by spectacular waterfalls.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Jezero (F)
Day 6: PLITVICE LAKES - SPLIT - HVAR ISLAND (3 NIGHTS)
Through scenic Croatian countryside you arrive in Split, the largest city in Dalmatia. Marvel at the beautiful sights of Split with your expert Local Guide including the Temple of Jupiter. Explore the Roman Palace of Diocletian, a well-preserved fortress which was once encircled by walls 750 feet long. Later, travel to the beautiful island of Hvar for a relaxing three night stay.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Amfora (F)
Day 7: HVAR SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy an included excursion on the island of Hvar to see the 16th century cathedral and loggia built by the Venetian architect Sanmicheli. A delicious Be My Guest luncheon of local will be enjoyed in a scenic location. On your second day relax, sightsee or cruise to one of the other islands.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner / Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8
Day 9: HVAR ISLAND - DUBROVNIK (3 NIGHTS)
Today drive along the coast to Dubrovnik Pearl of the Adriatic. The scenery is spectacular!
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Ariston (SF)
Day 10: DUBROVNIK SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
You have two full days to experience the delights of this stunning medieval city! On the first day, your expert Local Guide takes you on a small group walking tour and reveals the city's great history. Admire the Rector's Palace, the city walls, Onofrio's fountain and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. Spend free time relaxing, exploring the lively market or perhaps enjoy lunch at a seaside restaurant. Consider an optional excursion to Montenegro to see the only fjord in southern Europe and the 2,500 year old town of Budva. Your Travel Director will be happy to advise how best to use your free time. Tonight, enjoy a Highlight Dinner of regional cuisine at a local restaurant.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 11
Day 12: DUBROVNIK - ZAGREB (2 NIGHTS)
Your Croatian adventure continues as you head north to the capital Zagreb, your home for the next two nights! Dine this evening at your hotel.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: The Westin (SF)
Day 13: ZAGREB SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Zagreb is a traditional medieval European city with a wealth of historic monuments. Your expert Local Guide shows you the highlights including the upper and lower town, the majestic Cathedral, Archbishops Palace, St. Marks Church and the Opera House. Spend free time exploring the winding streets of the old town or consider an excursion into the surrounding countryside. This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner celebration.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 14: DEPART ZAGREB
Say farewell to your companions as this memorable trip comes to an end.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
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Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
Availability and Pricing:
| Departs On | Returns On | Land Price |
| Fri, May 04, 2012 | Thu, May 17, 2012 | US$3635.00 |
| Fri, May 18, 2012 | Thu, May 31, 2012 | US$3635.00 |
| Fri, Jun 01, 2012 | Thu, Jun 14, 2012 | US$3685.00 |
| Fri, Jun 08, 2012 | Thu, Jun 21, 2012 | US$3799.00 |
| Fri, Jun 22, 2012 | Thu, Jul 05, 2012 | US$3799.00 |
| Fri, Aug 24, 2012 | Thu, Sep 06, 2012 | US$3899.00 |
| Fri, Sep 07, 2012 | Thu, Sep 20, 2012 | US$3899.00 |
| Fri, Sep 14, 2012 | Thu, Sep 27, 2012 | US$3899.00 |
| Fri, Sep 28, 2012 | Thu, Oct 11, 2012 | US$3635.00 |
