Slovenia, Croatia and Bosnia & Hercegovina Summer 2006

map of route through Slovenia, Croatia and Bosnia

Ljubljana - Postonja - Dalmation Coast - Zadar - Split - Dubrovnik - Neretva - Sarajevo - Plitvice National Park - Zagreb - Ljubljana

'Scenic Slovenia, Croatia & Bosnia'

a coach tour: 29 July to 5 August 2006

Dubrovnik

A spectacular tour around the historic heart of the Balkans and the stunning Dalmation Coast booked with Archers Direct from whom I have copied the map, some pictures, and itinerary.

(This tour was booked after they cancelled my trip to the Baltics)

DAY 1 (Saturday 29th July):

UK - Ljubljana (Slovenia). Depart Gatwick at 9.45 am Arrive Ljubljana 12.45 Adria Air JP 451
Dinner and overnight stay at the M Hotel.

DAY 2 (Sunday 30th July)

Ljubljana - Postojna Caves (Slovenia)- Zadar (Croatia) (included sightseeing).

The day begins with one of the real highlights of the tour - a visit to the Postojna Caves, one of Europe's most extensive underground networks.
We then head across the border into Croatia along the Dalmatian Coast to Zadar, a picturesque, historic town, the former capital of Dalmatia, for a little sightseeing and an overnight stay. It was for centuries under Venetian domination then Austro-Hungarian and after World War I it was ruled by Italy. After World War II it became part of Yugoslavia. Now it is part of Croatia, free, busy and full of life.
Dinner and overnight stay at Zadar: Pinija (swimming pool)

DAY 3 (Monday 31st July):

Zadar - Split (included sightseeing) - Dubrovnik (all Croatia).

We journey south to Split for sightseeing in the largest Croatian city, spectacularly set on the beautiful Adriatic Coast and dominated by the splendid Palace of Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Travelling further along the Dalmatian Coast we arrive in the picturesque port of Dubrovnik for a two night stay at the Dubrovnik Argosy (pool). (B)

DAY 4 (Tuesday 1st August)

Dubrovnik (Croatia)

Standing on a promontory jutting out into the blue waters of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik is one of the Dalmatian Coast's most beautiful resorts, famous for its striking buildings, squares and fortified walls. It also has plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants.

Our included walking sightseeing will give you an insight into the history of this beautifully preserved medieval city. (B)

DAY 5 (Wednesday 2nd August)

Dubrovnik (Croatia) - Neretva Gorges (Bosnia)- Mostar (Bosnia) - Sarajevo (Bosnia) (included sightseeing).

We start the day with a scenic drive into the rugged countryside of the Neretva Valley. Next stop is the former Turkish garrison town of Mostar, now the chief city of Hercegovina, to view its Turkish bridge, recently re-built exactly as it was prior to its destruction. Then it's on to the historic city of Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia-Hercegovina and the most Turkish looking city in the Balkans - famous for its mosques, markets and bazaars. Our included city sightseeing tour will give you an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with the city and its architectural highlights.

Dinner and overnight stay at Sarajevo: Grand.

DAY 6 (Thursday 3rd August):

Sarajevo (Bosnia) - Plitvice National Park (Croatia).

We travel north back into Croatia to visit the country's best known National Park, Plitvice, with its 16 lakes, wooded hills, waterfalls and cascades.

Optional walking tour taking in some of its lakes.

Overnight in the area. (B, D)

DAY 7 (Friday 4th August)

Plitvice (Croatia) - Zagreb (Croatia) - Ljubljana (Slovenia). Included sightseeing.

First stop today for sightseeing is Croatia's capital, Zagreb, its medieval quarter, Gradec, packed with historic buildings, including the Gothic style Church of St Marcus.

We then continue to Ljubljana for more sightseeing and dinner and an overnight stay at. (B, D)

DAY 8 (Sat 5th August) fly home