Alpine Lakes & Dalmatian Islands - 11 Days

Once you arrive at Zagreb Airport, or from another accommodation in Zagreb, you're transferred to the tour accommodation. The rest of the day is yours to spend freely - perhaps a wander through the city center or a relaxed coffee at a local cafe before the tour gets underway. You spend the night in the Zagreb area.

Please note: this tour may be operated bilingually in English and French, with two guides for city sightseeing, one speaking English and the other speaking French.r.

Zagreb (Croatia) - Ljubliana (Slovenia). This morning, we explore Zagreb, taking in the fortified Upper Town, St Mark's Church, the Cathedral, the Croatian National Theatre and the University quarter. We then travel on to Ljubliana , where our guide leads an afternoon tour of the old town, including the Central Market, the Three Bridges, the Town Hall and Robba's Fountain. We spend the night in the Ljubljana area.

Ljubliana - Bled (Slovenia) - Plitvice Lakes National Park (Croatia). We depart this morning for Bled, a scenic alpine resort surrounded by mountains and framed by an emerald lake. We visit Bled Castle, before continuing on to Plitvice Lakes National Park.

We enjoy dinner together this evening and spend the night in the Plitvice Lakes area.

Plitvice Lakes National Park - Omis. This morning, we take a walk around Plitvice Lakes National Park, taking in its lakes and waterfalls. We then travel on to Omis, where we board our ship for the cruise portion of the tour, welcomed aboard with drinks and a safety briefing.

You then have free time in Omis - perhaps a wander along the seafront before the cruise gets underway. We enjoy dinner together on board this evening, and spend the night on board in Omis.

Omis - Split - Milna. This morning, we sail towards Split, the historic heart of Dalmatia. On arrival, you can opt to join an optional walking tour with a local guide through the historic center, taking in the remarkable Diocletian's Palace, at an additional cost, or spend the time freely exploring independently.

We then sail on towards Milna on the island of Brac, a peaceful harbour town known for its traditional charm. We enjoy lunch on board and spend the night on board in Milna.

Milna - Hvar. We cruise towards Hvar this morning, pausing for a swim in a secluded bay, before enjoying lunch on board. On arrival, you can opt to join an optional walking tour with a local guide, taking in St Stephen's Square, the Cathedral, the Arsenal and the Spanish Fortress, at an additional cost. You spend the night on board in Hvar.

Hvar - Vis. We sail to Vis this morning, with a swim stop along the way, before enjoying lunch on board. We spend the night on board in Vis.

In the afternoon, you have the option to join one of two excursions:

Bisevo Island Blue Cave You can opt to join an excursion to Bisevo island, including a guide, transfer and entrance fee to the Blue Cave.

Military Tour Alternatively, you can join a Military tour exploring Vis's unique history, including transport by Land Rover Defender jeep and a guide.

Vis - Korcul.a. We continue on towards Korcula this morning, with a swim stop along the way, before enjoying lunch on board. On arrival, you can opt to join an optional walking tour with a local guide, taking in St Mark's Cathedral and sites linked to Marco Polo's heritage, at an additional cost. You spend the night on board in Korcula.

Korcula - Mljet. We depart this morning for Mljet National Park. You can opt to join an optional excursion, with a guide and entrance fee, to explore the park's salt lakes, with time for swimming, walking or cycling.

This evening, we enjoy a Captain's Dinner together on board and spend the night on board in Mljet.

Mljet, Dubrovnik. We cruise on towards Dubrovnik this morning, with a swim stop along the way, before enjoying lunch on board. On arrival, you can opt to join an optional walking tour with a local guide, including a one-way transfer, taking in Stradun, the Rector's Palace, the City Walls and Lovrijenac Fortress, at an additional cost. You spend the night on board in Dubrovnik.

After breakfast on board, you leave the ship and are transferred to Dubrovnik Airport or your accommodation in Dubrovnik, marking the end of the tour. Safe travels!