Greece to Croatia Escorted Tour

Itinerary

• Day 1: Athens

  You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner in a traditional Greek tavern in Plaka, the old part of Athens. D.

• Day 2: Athens

  See the highlights of Athens this morning on a sightseeing tour. This cosmopolitan and bustling capital city is set amidst reminders of a long and glorious past. Visit the immortal Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Erectheion with the Porch of the Maidens, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Wingless Victory. Your afternoon and evening are free. B.

• Day 3: Delphi & Kalambaka

  Your first stop is Delphi and The Temple of Apollo, built in the 6th century BC. Also see the Sacred Way, the Stadium and the Castilian Fountain, where pilgrims cleansed themselves in preparation for consulting the oracle. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, before continuing on to Kalambaka. B D.

• Day 4: Ohrid

  After breakfast, admire the fantastic landscapes of Meteora, known as “the rocks that fell from the sky.” Here monks built their rock-top monasteries, far away from civilization. Of the 13 large and 20 small monasteries and hermits' cells, only four are now active. Continue across the border to Macedonia and on to Ohrid. B D.

• Day 5: Ohrid – Tirana

  The lakeside resort of Ohrid is an important cultural and spiritual centre, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start your morning sightseeing tour with a walk through the cobblestone streets of the old town. In the early afternoon, travel to Tirana, the capital of Albania. B D.

• Day 6: Tirana

  On a morning sightseeing tour, see the Skanderbeg Square, the Mosque of Et ’hem Bey, the Clock Tower, and the statue of G.K. Skanderbeg, the Palace of Culture, and the National History Museum. Your afternoon is free to explore on your own. B.

• Day 7: Dubrovnik

  Travel to the town of Shkodra, one of Albania’s oldest cities. See the ruins of Rozafa Castle, set on a hill high above the city, then cross the border into Montenegro and on to Croatia and beautiful Dubrovnik. B D.

• Day 8: Dubrovnik

  Take a walking tour of “Old Dubrovnik” in the morning visiting the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace. You will also see the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure. B.

• Day 9: Dubrovnik

  Full day is at leisure to relax, shop or explore on your own. B.

• Day 10: Dubrovnik

  Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. B.

After tour option: Dalmatia Extension
7 Days / 6 Nights from $1328*pp

• Price includes: Six nights accommodation, transfers, transport in a modern air-conditioned coach, meals as specified, sightseeing as indicated with English speaking tour escort and entrance fees.

  • Day 11: Trogir & Plitvice Lakes

    After breakfast, head to Trogir, then turn inland and travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by densely wooded mountains and lush vegetation. B D.

  • Day 12: Opatija, Postojna & Bled

    Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to the popular resort town of Opatija. After some free time, journey north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterwards, continue to Bled, beautifully set amidst the Julian Alps. B D.

  • Day 13: Bled

    A sightseeing tour of Bled features the charming town with the lakeshore, and imposing Bled Castle. The remainder of the day is at leisure for optional activities. B.

  • Day 14: Ljubljana & Zagreb

    Start your day with a walking tour of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Visit the most significant sights of the old city centre and then continue to Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia. B D.

  • Day 15: Zagreb

    Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town. B.

  • Day 16: Zagreb

    After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. B.

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