Slovenia & Croatia Coastal Adventure

Arrival in Ljubljana

Arrive at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport and transfer to your hotel in the heart of Slovenia's charming capital. Take a guided walking tour through the pedestrian Old Town, crossing the iconic Triple Bridge and passing the famous Dragon Bridge. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a riverside restaurant along the Ljubljanica, sampling traditional Slovenian dishes.

Accommodation: 4-star boutique hotel in Ljubljana Old Town

Ljubljana – Castle & Markets

Morning funicular ride to Ljubljana Castle for panoramic views over the city's red rooftops and the Julian Alps beyond. Explore the vibrant Central Market designed by architect Jože Plečnik and sample local honey, pumpkin seed oil, and fresh strudel. Afternoon at leisure for visiting the National Gallery or strolling through Tivoli Park, the city's green lung.

Accommodation: 4-star boutique hotel in Ljubljana Old Town

Lake Bled

Drive to the fairy-tale Lake Bled, where a medieval castle perches atop a cliff and a tiny island church rises from the emerald waters. Take a traditional pletna boat to Bled Island and ring the wishing bell at the Church of the Assumption. Hike up to Bled Castle for commanding views and enjoy a slice of the famous Bled cream cake at a lakeside café.

Accommodation: 4-star lakeside hotel at Lake Bled

Vintgar Gorge & Postojna Cave

Morning walk through the dramatic Vintgar Gorge, following wooden walkways beside rapids, pools, and a thundering waterfall. Drive south to Postojna Cave, Slovenia's most visited natural attraction, and ride the underground railway through a vast network of stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years. Dinner at a traditional Karst farmhouse.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Postojna area

Postojna to Plitvice Lakes

Cross into Croatia and journey south to the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park. Spend the afternoon on a guided walking tour along the park's boardwalks, weaving between 16 terraced lakes connected by cascading waterfalls in every shade of turquoise and emerald. Take a boat ride across the largest lake, Kozjak, as the forested hills reflect in the still water.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel near Plitvice Lakes

Plitvice Lakes – Full Day Exploration

Dedicate a full day to exploring the Upper and Lower Lakes of Plitvice, hiking trails through ancient beech and fir forests teeming with birdlife. Discover the park's largest waterfall, Veliki Slap, plunging 78 meters into a misty pool below. Afternoon free for photography or relaxing by the lakeside. Evening dinner featuring Croatian highland cuisine.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel near Plitvice Lakes

Plitvice to Dubrovnik via Krka National Park

Travel south along the Adriatic coast, stopping at Krka National Park to admire the spectacular Skradinski Buk waterfalls and swim in the designated bathing area beneath the cascades. Continue the scenic coastal drive past the historic cities of Šibenik and Split, arriving in Dubrovnik in the evening. Check into your Old Town hotel.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Dubrovnik Old Town

Dubrovnik – Old Town & City Walls

Guided morning walking tour of Dubrovnik's magnificent Old Town, entering through the Pile Gate and exploring the Stradun, the Rector's Palace, the Franciscan Monastery, and the vibrant Gundulić Square market. Walk the complete circuit of the ancient city walls for breathtaking aerial views over terracotta rooftops and the sparkling Adriatic. Farewell dinner at a seaside restaurant on the cliffs.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Dubrovnik Old Town

Departure from Dubrovnik

After a leisurely breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Dubrovnik with time for last-minute shopping at the morning market or a quick swim at Banje Beach. Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport for your departure flight home, taking with you the unforgettable memories of Slovenia and Croatia's natural wonders.