Day 1 - UK/Zagreb

​Today you'll fly to Zagreb Airport and transfer to the sophisticated resort of Opatija, on Kvarner Bay, your base for the next seven nights. Your hotel is beautifully located on Opatija's seven-mile coastal promenade known as the Lungomare

Day 2 - Istrian Peninsula

You'll see more of the Istrian Peninsula on today's full-day included excursion. Visit the town of Pula and step inside the impressive Roman amphitheatre, which would have once hosted gladiatorial battles. Enjoy lunch before moving on to medieval Rovinj, a delightful resort with a charming old town and a colourful harbour.​

Day 3 - Lovran and Moscenice

​On our included excursion this morning you'll journey along the Lungomare to the picturesque town of Lovran, where a stroll around its town square will reveal Baroque architecture and the 14th century Church of St George. Next you'll head to Moscenice. Overlooking the coast, this medieval fortified town falls steeply towards the sea and boasts narrow, streets dotted with ancient churches and elegant villas. This afternoon is free for you to relax at leisure in your resort.​

Day 4 - Opatija

Join your Tour Manager for a walking tour of Opatija today. The resort boasts splendid Austro-Hungarian architecture as well as beautiful gardens and a lovely coastal promenade. During your tour you'll also see a chocolate making demonstration and enjoy a tasting of the region's speciality.​

Day 5 - Plitvice Lakes

Croatia's Plitvice National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site where 16 lakes spill into each other, forming impressive cascading waterfalls. Today's optional excursion includes a boat trip across Lake Kozjak, the largest in the park, and there will be free time to take lunch and enjoy the glorious scenery.​

Day 6 - Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle

Spend today at leisure or join our optional excursion to neighbouring Slovenia. You'll visit the Postonja Caves, carved by the Pivka River and filled with incredible stalactites and stalagmites. Your tour then moves on to Predjama Castle, which has perched precariously on a cliff for the past 700 years.​

Day 7 - Opatija

​Today has been left free for you to spend at leisure. Perhaps spend some time relaxing in the wellness centre and spa at your hotel or take a dip in the large indoor swimming pool. Nearby Slatina beach is dotted with bars, restaurants and cafés, or if you prefer​, why not sip a drink in the hotel's cocktail bar.

Day 8 - Zagreb/UK

Today you'll transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.​

To book this tour online click here. Or to request a brochure click here.