Croatia and Montenegro

Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Budva, Podgorica
Duration

10 Days 9 Nights

Tour Type

Customized

Tour Category

Europe, International Tours

Croatia country is famous for its spectacular mountains, glacial lakes, the elegant beach resorts of the Budva Riviera, and the UNESCO World Heritage listed Bay of Kotor. Montenegro is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, with an abundance of natural, historic and cultural gems and treasures to explore. Croatia’s vast geography offers you everything all in one: breathtaking views, nudist beaches, kayaking, windsurfing, yachting, unspoiled nature, organic wines and treats, ancient cathedrals and ruins and 24-hour dance parties.

Highlights

Zagreb, Croatia, is one of Europe's most exciting destinations. Far from being confined to museums and formal restaurants and galleries, life in Zagreb is lived on the streets of the city itself, with public art, street food, and majestic green parks delighting locals and tourists alike in all four seasons. One of the most impressive features of Dubrovnik's architecture is its defensive walls, which are some of the best-preserved in Europe. These walls have withstood centuries of attacks and invasions, and walking along them provides visitors with stunning views of the city and the Adriatic Sea. One very good reason to visit Podgorica is the Old Bridge. The origins of the Old Bridge are debatable, with some online accounts citing that it dates back to the time of Roman rule and others claiming that it was built by the Ottomans during the 15th century.


Day 1 - Zagreb

Arrival to Zagreb airport, meet our representative and get transfer to the hotel. Check in and day at leisure to explore the city on the own. Overnight at the hotel in Zagreb area.

Day 2 – Zagreb - Zagreb sightseeing tour with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs)

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for Zagreb sight seeing with a local guide. Zagreb grew up on two neighbouring hills: Kaptol - the centre of spiritual and religious life of north-western Croatia and Gradec - the commercial centre of skilful tradesmen and craftsmen. Take an easy walk with your guide, visiting the Upper Town with its Gothic Cathedral, the beautiful and ornate St. Catherine’s church or the massive St. Mark’s church with its famous colour-tiled roof. Continue to the medieval Stone Gate and “Dolac”, the open-air market which are a must for all visitors.Overnight at the hotel in Zagreb area.

Day 3 – Zagreb – Plitvice National Park - Split

Post breakfast proceed from Zagreb to Split, visiting Plitvice National Park en route. Free time for the visit of Plitvice national park – entrance fee included. Plitvice National Park is one of the most beautiful and best-preserved national parks in the country. This is why the entire lakes and surrounding area were declared a national park in 1949. and are listed on the UNESCO`s list of World Heritage Sites because of its exceptional beauty. It is a valley situated between high forested mountains in which lie, one below another, a string of sixteen beautiful lakes of crystal blue and green waters. Fed by small streams and brooks, they spill into each other in 92 foaming cascades and thundering waterfalls. The lakes themselves cover about 2 square kilometers and the entire national park covers 200 square kilometers. The Plitvice lakes` scenery will simply delight you regardless whether you are walking the paths and wooden bridges, taking a boat ride or just taking photographs. Transfer continues to Split (Duration approx. 2,5 hrs) Overnight at the hotel in Split area.

Day 4 – Split

After breakfast at hotel either relax and explore the city on the own or Opt for Blue Cave and Hvar excursion from Split (duration approx. 8 hrs) on seat in coach basis. Witness the originality and magnificence of the Blue Cave on Biševo Island. Enter inside Green Cave and float in Stiniva Cove, taking in the towering cliffs that encircle you. Strap on your diving mask and explore a thriving underwater world by Budikovac Island before visiting Palmižana Bay. Sign off your day with a stroll through the quaint streets of Hvar Town, lined with Venetian palaces, a palm-dotted seafront, and bustling squares. Overnight at the hotel in Split area.

Day 5 – Split – Local Sight seeing – Dubrovnik

Post breakfast enjoy Split sightseeing tour with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs) The Split private tour will take you along the Old City to visit main sights: the old town of Split is built on and around the spectacular Roman Palace erected by the Roman Emperor Diocletian (born in Salona – today’s Solin) in the 4th century. The walking tour starts with a visit to the cellars of the Palace that are still very well preserved. The cellars offer a good view at how the life in the Palace was organized. The Cathedral St. Duje is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum, with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and the bell tower to Saint Duje. Together they form the Cathedral of St. Duje. Private transfer from Split to Dubrovnik (duration approx. 3 hrs) En route stop in Ston for personal exploring Ston is a small town on a narrow isthmus connecting the peninsula of Peljesac with the mainland, known for their traditional salt production, construction of a huge, fortified complex encompassing the settlements of Mali and Veliki Ston and high-quality oysters/mussels. The best oysters in Croatia and the world come from Mali Ston bay, which has been famous for seashell cultivation since the Roman Empire days. Transfer continues to Dubrovnik. Overnight at the hotel in Dubrovnik area.

Day 6 – Dubrovnik – Local Sight seeing

Post breakfast enjoy sight seeing of the city and cable car tour with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs) This walking tour will open the doors to you to one of the largest and most luxurious open-air museum town. You depart on foot from Pile square to the newly renovated Cable Car station, which will take you to the best panoramic view from the Srd hill. The bird’s eye view on the greatness of the old Dubrovnik bathed in the sun will be a sight you will never forget. A clear day will grant you views of up to 60 kilometres and ample photo opportunities. Once returned, the guide will lead you by foot through the narrow streets of the Old Town for the walking part of the tour. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Dubrovnik area.

Day 7 – Dubrovnik - Kotor

After breakfast proceed from Dubrovnik to Kotor (duration approx. 2,5 hrs) En route stop in Perast for personal exploring and photo stop. Enjoy the drive around the Kotor Bay with its numerous small settlements. Enjoy a walk in Perast, city of famous sailors. Continue to Kotor. Kotor sightseeing tour with local guide (duration approx. 1,5 hrs) Kotor is located along one of Montenegro's most beautiful bays, a city of traders and famous sailors, with many stories to tell. The Old City of Kotor is a well-preserved urbanization typical of the middle Ages, built between the 12th and 14th century. Medieval architecture and numerous monuments of cultural heritage have made Kotor a UNESCO listed “World Natural and Historical Heritage Site". Transfer continues to Budva. Overnight at the hotel in Budva area.

Day 8 – Budva – Skadar National Park

After breakfast proceed for full day tour Skadar National Park (Duration up to 7 hrs.). Drive from Budva to Sveti Stefan, for a panoramic photo stop. Continue to Virpazar, for a visit of the last habitat of pelicans and the largest bird reservation in Europe. Experience one of the last sweet water swamps along the Mediterranean, the biggest lake in the Balkans. This tour will show you one of the greatest natural and historical attractions in Montenegro! The proud owner of all these superlatives is Skadar Lake - Skadarsko Jezero as it is known in the Montenegrin language. These are the reasons for declaring it a National Park: 264 species of birds, 48 species of fish, 30 submarine springs called "oka"(eyes), numerous islands, fish colonies and a complex of Monasteries - so, if you want to enjoy the day ... don't miss this excursion! Overnight at the hotel in Budva area.

Day 9 – Budva - Podgorica

After breakfast get transferred from Budva to Podgorica (duration approx. 1 hr). In the afternoon proceed for Podgorica sightseeing tour (Duration approx. 2 hrs.). Podgorica is the administrative capital of Montenegro, its cultural and economic center. The town was always on the crossroad of caravans and armies - from the period of Illyrian-Roman wars, it has witnessed Greek travelers, Roman legionnaires, Byzantine messengers, Serbian noblemen, Venetian merchants, Turkish invaders, Montenegrin warriors, Fascist occupiers and Yugoslavian liberators. It was never a big city and today it is very hard to imagine all these centuries and changes as not many of the monuments of any kind are evident at present. Overnight at the hotel in Podgorica area.

Day 10 - Departure

After breakfast get transferred to Podgorica airport for onward or return journey.

Zagreb

Hotel Laguna or similar

Split

Hotel Bellevue or similar

Dubrovnik

Hotel Ivka or similar

Budva

Hotel Slovenska Plaza or similar

Podgorica

Hotel Kerber or similar

  • Inclusions

  • 02 Nights in Zagreb with breakfast except day 1
  • 02 Night in Split with breakfast
  • 02 Night in Dubrovnik with breakfast
  • 01 Night in Kotor with breakfast
  • 01 Night in Budva with breakfast
  • 01 Night in Podgorica with breakfast
  • Private Intercity transfers
  • Sight seeing as per above itinerary
  • Tours with local guide
  • Exclusions

  • Any sightseeing or activity not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Any meals not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Any transfers not mentioned above.
  • Any expenses of personal nature
  • City tax payable directly at the time of check in as per EU Rule
  • Airfare, Visa and Insurance
  • GST and TCS applicable

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Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Budva, Podgorica
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