Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Zagreb, Croatia
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Venice, Italy
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Zagreb: Your Local Expert guides you through this two-tiered capital. Explore Donji Grad, the Lower Town, and see Ban Josip Jelačić Square and the cathedral.
Zagreb: Ride the funicular to Gornji Grad, the medieval Upper Town, to view the former Presidential Palace, Stone Gate, St. Mark's Church and the Lotrščak Tower.
Ljubljana: Explore this elegant capital with your Local Expert, to see the castle City Hall, Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Triple Bridge.
Postojna Cave: Enter by mini-train into these world-famous cave systems, before walking through an illuminated fairyland of stalactites and stalagmites.
Krk: Uncover Krk’s layered history with your Local Expert, from its Roman roots to its medieval fortifications. Walk through the island’s walled old town, see traces of Venetian influence, and visit landmarks like St Mary’s Cathedral and Frankopan Castle, home to Croatian nobility.
Pula: Join your Local Expert to explore one of the world’s best-preserved Roman amphitheatres. Walk through ancient corridors, hear stories of gladiator battles, and learn how this impressive structure has stood for nearly 2,000 years, shaping the history of the region.
Venice: Glide into La Serenissima with a scenic cruise along the Giudecca Canal. As your Travel Director offers a guided orientation, take in the grandeur of 13th to 18th-century palazzi, their colourful facades and elegant balconies lining the water’s edge. Pass iconic landmarks including Doge’s Palace and the expansive St Mark’s Square, getting your first glimpse of Venice’s timeless beauty from the water.
Venice: Glide through Venice’s canals on an iconic gondola ride, passing beneath historic bridges and past elegant palaces. Soak up the city’s romantic atmosphere as your gondolier navigates the tranquil waterways, offering a unique perspective of this timeless floating city.
Pula: Join your Local Expert to explore one of the world’s best-preserved Roman amphitheatres. Walk through ancient corridors, hear stories of gladiator battles, and learn how this impressive structure has stood for nearly 2,000 years, shaping the history of the region.
Venice: Glide into La Serenissima with a scenic cruise along the Giudecca Canal. As your Travel Director offers a guided orientation, take in the grandeur of 13th to 18th-century palazzi, their colourful facades and elegant balconies lining the water’s edge. Pass iconic landmarks including Doge’s Palace and the expansive St Mark’s Square, getting your first glimpse of Venice’s timeless beauty from the water.
Venice: Glide through Venice’s canals on an iconic gondola ride, passing beneath historic bridges and past elegant palaces. Soak up the city’s romantic atmosphere as your gondolier navigates the tranquil waterways, offering a unique perspective of this timeless floating city.
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8 days
What's Included
Accommodation
Sheraton Zagreb HotelExe Lev Ljubljana HotelHilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort and Spa HotelPark Plaza Histria HotelEurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice, Indigo Sant'Elena, Venice, Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal, Venice.Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Meals
Dinner (x4)Breakfast (x9)LunchKrk: Savour a Farm-to-Table lunch at a family-owned winery, where locally sourced ingredients highlight the island’s culinary traditions, paired with Krk’s signature ��lahtina wine.Welcome Dinner in Zagreb • Farm-to-Table Lunch in Krk • Celebration Dinner in Venice
Transport
Lake Bled: Glide across the emerald waters of Lake Bled aboard a traditional pletna boat, a method of transport unique to this region. On Bled Island, climb 99 stone steps to the Church of Mother of God and ring the legendary Wishing Bell, a centuries-old tradition said to bring good fortune to those who hear its chime.Lake Bled: Glide across the emerald waters of Lake Bled aboard a traditional pletna boat, a method of transport unique to this region. On Bled Island, climb 99 stone steps to the Church of Mother of God and ring the legendary Wishing Bell, a centuries-old tradition said to bring good fortune to those who hear its chime.Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Guide
Lake Bled: Visit Vila Bled, once the summer retreat of Marshal Tito, the former leader of Yugoslavia, today it offers a peaceful setting to take in the stunning alpine views. Relax on the terrace and enjoy kremšnita, Bled’s famous cream cake, paired with coffee as you soak in the serene surroundings.From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.Lake Bled: Visit Vila Bled, once the summer retreat of Marshal Tito, the former leader of Yugoslavia, today it offers a peaceful setting to take in the stunning alpine views. Relax on the terrace and enjoy kremšnita, Bled’s famous cream cake, paired with coffee as you soak in the serene surroundings.
Others
Choose between two carefully selected activitiesPersonal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Choose between two experiences at Lake Bled.Ljubljana: Meet inspiring individuals at Sonček – Cerebral Palsy Association of Slovenia, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through meaningful employment and community integration. Learn how their Care and Work Centre provides guidance, care and adapted jobs, allowing members to create handcrafted souvenirs, artwork and other unique items. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's artisans teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft. This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.Travel by funicular in Zagreb • Enjoy a gondola serenade in VeniceVisit Postojna Caves • Pula ArenaCity tours of Zagreb, Ljubljana, Krk, all with Local Experts.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
What's Excluded
Itinerary
Journey through Croatia, Slovenia and Italy on an intimate small-group exploration of the Adriatic. Stroll through Zagreb’s historic squares, cruise across Lake Bled in a traditional pletna boat and marvel at the vast karst formations of Postojna Cave. Discover Istria’s coastal gems — from the Roman heritage of Pula to the Venetian charm of Rovinj — before arriving in Venice, where a gondola ride through hidden canals brings your journey to a memorable close.
day 1 - Welcome to Zagreb
Welcome to Zagreb, Croatias vibrant capital. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers before enjoying dinner, the perfect start to your journey across the shores of the Northern Adriatic and beyond.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Zagreb
Accommodation:Sheraton Zagreb
day 2 - Zagreb Sightseeing and on to Ljubljana
Uncover the rich history of Zagreb with your Local Expert, exploring Croatias two-tiered capital. Admire the Art Pavilion, originally constructed in Budapest in 1896 and later transformed in Viennese Art Nouveau style. Stroll past the Academy of Sciences and Arts and through Zrinjevac Park before riding the worlds shortest funicular, just 66 m (217 ft) long, to St Marks Church, famous for its vibrant tiled roof. See Lotrak Tower, once guarding the citys southern gate, where a cannon has marked midday since 1877. Continue to Ljubljana for a walking tour to explore Slovenias capital city. Visit the Sonek Association for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience where artists with cerebral palsy craft unique Slovenian souvenirs. This inspiring visit offers the chance to support their work and learn about the associations impact. Later, enjoy a dinner of local Slovenian specialities.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Zagreb, Ljubljana
Accommodation:Exe Lev Ljubljana
day 3 - Lake Bled, Jewel of the Slovenian Alps
This mornings Insight Choice experiences will see you exploring Lake Bled according to your tastes. You can glide across the water on a traditional pletna boat to Bled Island, and climb 99 steps to the Church of Mother of God to ring the legendary Wishing Bell. Or, visit Vila Bled, once a retreat for Marshal Tito, and savour kremnita cream cake with coffee on the lake-view terrace. Return to Ljubljana for an afternoon at leisure and perhaps join an Optional Experience to Pr Kra for a traditional dinner showcasing Slovenias rural heritage.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Ljubljana
Accommodation:Exe Lev Ljubljana
day 4 - Postojna Caves and across the border to Croatia Relaxed Start
Begin your day delving deep beneath Slovenias surface as you travel by underground train through the Postojna Caves. With its cathedral-like chambers and peculiar rock formations, this natural wonder is also home to the world's only underground post office. Cross into Croatia to your resort hotel on the Rijeka coast, surrounded by the scenery of Risnjak National Park and Uka Nature Park This evening, you may wish to join an Optional Experience to Opatija, a refined coastal resort favoured by Austro-Hungarian royalty, to savour local specialities in a setting steeped in imperial grandeur.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Ljubljana, Postojna Cave, Rijeka
Accommodation:Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort and Spa
day 5 - Explore the island of Krk Relaxed Start
Enjoy a Relaxed Start before venturing to Krk, one of the oldest inhabited islands in the Adriatic. Explore the walled city alongside your Local Expert, who will share stories of its layered past. Visit St. Mary's Cathedral, admire the 16th-century bell tower and see the formidable Frankopan Castle, once home to one of Croatias most influential noble families. Later, savour a Farm-to-Table lunch at a family-owned winery. Here, you'll discover the island's deep-rooted viticultural traditions while sampling dishes crafted with local ingredients and paired with wines found nowhere else in the world. Return to Rijeka for a leisurely evening to unwind at your own pace.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Rijeka, Krk, Rijeka
Accommodation:Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort and Spa
day 6 - Rovinj & Pula, Jewels of Istria
Spend your morning in picture-perfect Rovinj, a coastal gem of pastel facades and cobbled lanes. Youre free to stroll its charming streets, perhaps browsing local boutiques or enjoying fresh Adriatic seafood paired with crisp Istrian wine beside the waters edge. Continue south to Pula, capital of the Istrian Peninsula, known for its Roman legacy and lively Mediterranean atmosphere.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Rijeka, Rovinj, Pula
Accommodation:Park Plaza Histria
day 7 - Discover Roman Pula Relaxed Start
Join a Local Expert to uncover Pulas layered history, beginning at the Pula Arena: one of the largest and best-preserved Roman amphitheatres still standing. Built in the 1st century CE under Emperor Augustus, it could seat up to 20,000 spectators and was once the site of gladiatorial contests. Continue exploring the citys key sites, gaining insights into its role as a strategic port through Roman, medieval and Austro-Hungarian eras.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Pula
Accommodation:Park Plaza Histria
day 8 - Piran, Jewel of the Istrian Coast, and on to Venice Relaxed Start
Start your day in Piran, a medieval gem on the Gulf of Trieste, where elegant Venetian architecture and traces of Austro-Hungarian heritage meet along narrow, sea-scented lanes. Stroll past pastel facades to the central Tartini Square, named for the towns celebrated violinist and composer, or take in sweeping Adriatic views from the old town walls, once a defence against Ottoman raids. After time at leisure to explore, travel across the fertile Venetian Plain, a landscape shaped by centuries of trade and agriculture, to reach Venice - the fabled Queen of the Adriatic.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Rovinj, Piran, Venice
Accommodation:Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice, Indigo - Sant'Elena, Venice, Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal, Venice.
day 9 - Venice
See Venices age-old traditions come to life as you watch master artisans demonstrate the delicate craft of Murano glassblowing. Then, experience the city as it was meant to be seen, by gliding through its labyrinth of canals on a traditional gondola. This evening, come together for a final dinner, celebrating your journey in this extraordinary floating city.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Venice
Accommodation:Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice, Indigo - Sant'Elena, Venice, Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal, Venice.
day 10 - Arrivederci Venice
Your journey from Zagreb to Venice is at an end, say arrivederci to your Travel Director and newfound connections. Your departure transfer arrives at Venice Marco Polo Airport.
