10-Nights Highlights of Croatia: History, Culture, and Natural Wonders

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Highlights of Croatia: History, Culture, and Natural Wonders
This 11-day Croatian adventure offers an immersive journey through the country’s rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. Beginning in Dubrovnik, guests explore the UNESCO World Heritage city with a two-in-one walking tour of Game of Thrones filming locations and historical landmarks. The city’s fascinating maritime legacy is further explored with a panoramic cruise along the city’s Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque structures. Guests then head to the scenic Pelješac Peninsula and Kor?ula Island, known for their lush vineyards and wines, while also visiting the legendary birthplace of Marco Polo. In Split, guests indulge in a private food and cultural tour, savoring the region’s authentic Dalmatian cuisine and traditions. A full day is devoted to exploring Krka National Park and Šibenik, where guests marvel at the stunning waterfalls of Skradinski Buk and Roški Slap, as well as UNESCO-listed St. James’s Cathedral. The final leg of the adventure continues in Zagreb with visits to the alpine beauty of Lake Bled and Ljubljana, as well as Croatia’s oldest city, Varaždin, and the fairytale-like Trakošcan Castle. This trip encapsulates the highlights of some of Croatia’s more iconic sights, with a taste of the country’s rich history and culture.

Includes: Activities and excursions as specified in the itinerary Accommodation: Dubrovnik (4 nights) - Split (3 nights) - Zagreb (3 nights) Meals where noted in the itinerary Train rides where noted in the itinerary Admission tickets as specified in the itinerary

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Zagreb Zagreb Croatia's capital and largest city, Zagreb also was the cultural capital of the former Yugoslavia. The city boasts many museums, art galleries, orchestras and folk festivals. Today, outdoor cafes are full, dance clubs pump music into the night air and art festivals are as popular as they were before the war. Zagreb has several reminders of the Austro-Hungarian period, particularly the decorated facades and the deep yellow color of old government buildings.	Destination Guide
Split Split Split, the largest Croatian city on the Adriatic coast, is the heart of Dalmatia. The old town is built around the harbor on the south side of a high peninsula sheltered from the open sea by many islands. Split achieved fame when the Roman emperor Diocletian (245-313), noted for his persecution of early Christians, had his retirement palace built here from 295 to 305. Since 1945 Split has grown into a major industrial city with large apartment-block housing areas. Much of old Split remains, however, and this combined with its exuberant nature makes it one of the most fascinating cities in Europe.	Destination Guide
Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Classed as a world heritage treasure by UNESCO, Dubrovnik is a place of ancient streets lined with stone palaces, Venetian-style buildings and bell towers. The city is enclosed by stone walls, and the highlight is a leisurely walk atop these massive walls for a great view of the city and the sea. Entering Dubrovnik, you are greeted by an impressive pedestrian promenade, the Placa, which extends before you all the way to the clock tower at the other end of town. The Orlando Tower here is a favorite meeting place. Just inside the city walls near the Pile Gate is the Franciscan Monastery housing the third-oldest functioning pharmacy in Europe, operating since 1391. For a fantastic panorama of the city, take a cable car ride to the summit of the 1,340-foot Mount Srdj.	Destination Guide

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