Ljubljana to Dubrovnik in 6 days, Private tour via Zagreb, Plitvice lakes, Split

Itinerary

Day 1: LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA – ZAGREB, CROATIA - Depart to Zagreb – Zagreb city tour – funicular ride – overnight Zagreb

Stop At: Cathedral of Zagreb, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
Upon arrival to Zagreb, you will have an escorted city walk and see vibrant parts of the capital of Croatia; start at Zagreb’s central square ‘Trg Jelacica’, take the shortest city funicular in the world to reach Upper town where you can enjoy the views over Zagreb Lower town, stop at ‘Lotrscak Tower’ where a cannon is fired every day at noon, optional visit of rewarded Museum of broken relationships (an innovative concept that displays mementos of failed relationships and the stories that surround them) and/or Gallery of Naive Art, take a picture of Zagreb’s most photographed multi-colored tile roof of St Mark’s church, pass Parliament ‘Sabor’ and presidential palace ‘Ban’s palace’, stop to see people praying in front of the shrine of Virgin Mary at Stone Gate, walk on Tkalciceva street filled with little cafes that could only be described as ‘bohemian’, visit fruit and vegetable market at ‘Dolac’, enter Cathedral of the Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary whose spires are visible from afar and complete the circle.
Duration: 5 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Zagreb city center 4* hotel

Day 2: ZAGREB – PLITVICE LAKES – TROGIR Depart Zagreb – Plitvice lakes hike – dinner – overnight Trogir

Stop At: Plitvicka jezera, Plitvice Lakes National Park 53231 Croatia
Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of Europe’s great natural wonders, for a beautiful 3-4-hour experience in the nature. Zig-zagging timber footbridges will lead you through the blue-green beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a scenic wonderland of 16 interconnected lakes, flanked by waterfalls and primeval forest. Complete the experience with a short cruise that takes you into the heart of this natural wonder. The green forests of Plitvice Lakes National Park give way to pebble-dashed shores lapped by turquoise waters. 
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Trogir Altstadt, Unnamed Road, 21220, Trogir, Croatia
A historic town of Trogir. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Little Venice of Dalmatia or The Stone Beauty – Trogir, is a remarkable example of urban continuity. First settlement dates back to the Ancient Greek period and it was embellished by successive rulers with many fine public and domestic buildings and fortifications. Its beautiful Romanesque churches are complemented by the outstanding Renaissance and Baroque buildings from the Venetian period.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Buffet breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Trogir old town, 4* hotel

Day 3: TROGIR - SPLIT – DUBROVNIK Split city tour – Diocletian’s cellars – dinner– overnight Dubrovnik

Stop At: Old Split, Ulica Knezova Nelipica 1A, Split 21000 Croatia
Start your day with a guided tour of Split, explore ancient streets of former Diocletian’s palace, now a lively residential area one simply cannot imagine before seeing it. One of the most significant Late-Roman historical monuments is listed on a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your local guide will take you to some places you might saw in a fantasy drama, Game of Thrones. Explore the underground substructure of Diocletian’s palace to understand magnificence of this ancient building. No visit to Split can be accomplished without a visit to its green market or Pazar, as locals call it. It is one of the town’s iconic spots, an excellent place to explore and to blend with locals. 
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Palazzo di Diocleziano, Iza Vestibula 3, Split 21000 Croatia
Explore the underground substructure of Diocletian’s palace to understand magnificence of this ancient Roman building.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Buffet breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Dubrovnik, 4* hotel

Day 4: DUBROVNIK Dubrovnik city tour – Franciscan monastery – panoramic drive above the old town – overnight Dubrovnik

Stop At: Dubrovnik Cathedral, Ul. kneza Damjana Jude 1, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Morning tour of the walled town of Dubrovnik, ‘paradise on earth’ according to George Bernard Shaw. Join a walking exploration of the “Old Dubrovnik,” a UNESCO World Heritage site, guided by a Local guide. Get a glimpse into local life, as you explore the stone-paved streets inside the 16th century bastions of the Old Town. Walk past Onofrio’s Fountain, visit the Franciscan Monastery, where Europe’s oldest pharmacy lies, admire Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral, many museums and perhaps ascend on top of the City Walls to see town’s hidden spots. The medieval fortress makes for a memorable workout. The stone ramparts, gates, bastions, forts, and towers that they connect span nearly 2 kilometers (1.2 miles). From every point, the walls give visitors a glimpse into the city’s construction and centuries of defense. Afternoon is at leisure or maybe hop on a cruise around the mighty walls of the old town.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Buffet breakfast
Accommodation included: Dubrovnik, 4* hotel

Day 5: DUBROVNIK – (KOTOR, MONTENEGRO) Optional Montenegro excursion – farewell drink – overnight Dubrovnik

Stop At: Our Lady of the Rocks, Island in Boka Bay, Perast, Kotor Municipality 85336 Montenegro
Optional visit to Montenegro. Your chosen excursion sees you journeying along the coast and cross the border to Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor (or “the Boka”); once known as Europe’s southernmost fjord, it is actually a ria (a long, narrow inlet). Your guide will introduce you to the region’s many legends and stories. Before arriving to the very end of Boka Bay, stop at thetown of Perast to take a short cruise to the island, where a beautiful catholic church, Our Lady of the Rocks, sits. Island’s local guides will share with you stories of the former glory and wealth that seamen brought from far away seas to the town of Perast.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Kotor Old City, Stari grad, Kotor, Kotor Municipality 85330 Montenegro
Continue along the bay, to many a photographer’s dream, to the pretty port town of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy orientation walk and free time.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Buffet breakfast
Accommodation included: Dubrovnik, 4* hotel

Day 6: DUBROVNIK – tour ends Departure to the airport – Safe travels!

Stop At: Dubrovnik Airport, Dobrota24, 20213, Čilipi, Croatia
Transfer to the airport can be arranged.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Buffet breakfast or breakfast box (depends on your check out)
No accommodation included on this day.