Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Vienna, Austria
Ends
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Highlights
Vienna: Visit Vienna’s grand Baroque palace with your Local Expert and trace the legacy of the Habsburg dynasty. See the Hall of Mirrors where Mozart performed as a child, the richly decorated Great Gallery used for court functions, and the private apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth. Learn how court rituals, politics and personal tastes shaped one of Europe’s most influential empires.
Vienna: During your orientation led by your Travel Director, travel along the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
Maribor: Led by your Travel Director, explore this charming city, the second largest in Slovenia. Take a moment to appreciate the blend of old and new architecture.
Ljubljana: Spend time with your Local Expert in the glorious Central Market and learn about some of the Slovenian delicacies on display and relish in a tasting.
Ljubljana: Explore this elegant capital with your Local Expert, to see the castle City Hall, Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Triple Bridge.
Zagreb: Walk with your Local Expert from the 19th-century parks and facades of the Lower Town towards the older streets around the main square. Along the way, you’ll see key buildings such as the Art Pavilion and the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts, setting out the city’s main landmarks.
Zagreb: Ride one of the world’s shortest funiculars from the Lower Town up to Gornji Grad in under a minute. At the top, you’ll step out close to St Mark’s Church, known for its coloured tiled roof, and Lotrščak Tower, the former city watchtower that still stands over the Upper Town.
Trogir: Join an orientation of Trogir, a UNESCO-listed island town where narrow stone lanes lead to St. Lawrence’s Cathedral and the 15th-century Cipiko Palace, setting out the mix of Romanesque and Venetian detail that defines this small Adriatic harbour.
Split: Join a Local Expert and discover Diocletian’s Palace as you walk through its well-preserved Cellars. See the Temple of Jupiter, St Duje’s Bell Tower and the Golden Gate. Continue through the labyrinthine streets and arcaded squares of the Old Town.
Split: Explore above and below the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace. A Local Expert guides you through labyrinthine streets to see St. Duje's, the Golden Gate and the Cellars.
Mostar: Learn the history and symbolic significance of Stari Most and explore the old town with your Local Expert.
Sarajevo: A Local Expert will show you the cobbled old town market where Sarajevo was founded by the Ottomans, known as Baščaršija. You will also see the Latin Bridge where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated.
Sarajevo: Meet an expert on the Bosnian War for a visit to Sarajevo's Tunnel of Hope and learn about the 44-month siege of the city.
Dubrovnik: Walk the limestone Stradun with a Local Expert, stopping at Onofrio’s Fountain and St. Blaise’s Church. You’ll visit the cathedral and Franciscan Monastery and see how the compact, UNESCO-listed Old Town sits within its defensive walls beside the harbour.
Dubrovnik: Sail across the bay to see the walled city, fortresses and coastline from the water. As the light changes, you’ll have time on deck for photos and a last look back at Dubrovnik before returning to shore for dinner.
Zagreb: Walk with your Local Expert from the 19th-century parks and facades of the Lower Town towards the older streets around the main square. Along the way, you’ll see key buildings such as the Art Pavilion and the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts, setting out the city’s main landmarks.
Zagreb: Ride one of the world’s shortest funiculars from the Lower Town up to Gornji Grad in under a minute. At the top, you’ll step out close to St Mark’s Church, known for its coloured tiled roof, and Lotrščak Tower, the former city watchtower that still stands over the Upper Town.
Trogir: Join an orientation of Trogir, a UNESCO-listed island town where narrow stone lanes lead to St. Lawrence’s Cathedral and the 15th-century Cipiko Palace, setting out the mix of Romanesque and Venetian detail that defines this small Adriatic harbour.
Split: Join a Local Expert and discover Diocletian’s Palace as you walk through its well-preserved Cellars. See the Temple of Jupiter, St Duje’s Bell Tower and the Golden Gate. Continue through the labyrinthine streets and arcaded squares of the Old Town.
Split: Explore above and below the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace. A Local Expert guides you through labyrinthine streets to see St. Duje's, the Golden Gate and the Cellars.
Mostar: Learn the history and symbolic significance of Stari Most and explore the old town with your Local Expert.
Sarajevo: A Local Expert will show you the cobbled old town market where Sarajevo was founded by the Ottomans, known as Baščaršija. You will also see the Latin Bridge where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated.
Sarajevo: Meet an expert on the Bosnian War for a visit to Sarajevo's Tunnel of Hope and learn about the 44-month siege of the city.
Dubrovnik: Walk the limestone Stradun with a Local Expert, stopping at Onofrio’s Fountain and St. Blaise’s Church. You’ll visit the cathedral and Franciscan Monastery and see how the compact, UNESCO-listed Old Town sits within its defensive walls beside the harbour.
Dubrovnik: Sail across the bay to see the walled city, fortresses and coastline from the water. As the light changes, you’ll have time on deck for photos and a last look back at Dubrovnik before returning to shore for dinner.
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16 days
What's Included
Accommodation
Hilton Vienna Park HotelExe Lev Ljubljana HotelSheraton Zagreb HotelLyra, Ličko Petrovo Selo HotelPresident Solin, Split HotelSwissotel Sarajevo HotelRoyal Ariston, Dubrovnik HotelHotel 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 (x6)Breakfast (x13)Vienna: Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a drink, followed by a pleasant dinner with wine at a local restaurant.Ljubljana: Your Travel Director offers you a varied selection of charming restaurants on your Dine-Around Evening - a culinary experience not to be missed.Dubrovnik: Come together with your Travel Director and Small Group to share a final meal. It’s a chance to look back on the journey from Zagreb to the coast and islands, swap favourite moments and say goodbye over Croatian dishes.Sarajevo: You are invited into a Sarajevan family home for a dinner and drinks. Savour the warm hospitality and authentic cuisine as you hear inspirational stories about their culture. This experience advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Transport
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
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Others
Choose between two carefully selected activitiesPlitvice Lakes National Park: Join a Local Expert to explore Plitviče Lakes National Park and learn how ongoing studies monitor and protect its fragile lake and forest habitats. Hear about habitat restoration, low-impact visitor practices and work to safeguard local wildlife, as staff share village traditions and their own stories of living beside the park. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.Plitvice Lakes National Park: Visit the Tara Centre, where income from tourism has funded a small community hub for the Tara Citizens’ Association, formed mainly by older women, many once refugees. Here they create traditional handicrafts that support their income and well-being, while sharing local customs and personal stories of the village. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Plitvice Lakes National Park: Join a Local Expert to explore Plitviče Lakes National Park and learn how ongoing studies monitor and protect its fragile lake and forest habitats. Hear about habitat restoration, low-impact visitor practices and work to safeguard local wildlife, as staff share village traditions and their own stories of living beside the park. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.Plitvice Lakes National Park: Visit the Tara Centre, where income from tourism has funded a small community hub for the Tara Citizens’ Association, formed mainly by older women, many once refugees. Here they create traditional handicrafts that support their income and well-being, while sharing local customs and personal stories of the village. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
What's Excluded
Itinerary
Journey from Vienna to Dubrovnik on the 'Eastern Capitals & the Dalmatian Riviera' food tour, where natural wonders and ancient history intertwine across Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia. Over 14 days, visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, the historic Sarajevo Tunnel of Hope, and the ancient city of Trogir. Enjoy a royal start with a Schönbrunn Palace tour before tasting the flavors of Ljubljana’s Central Market and Zagreb’s twin towns. Explore Split’s 1700-year-old cellars, then conclude in Dubrovnik—the pearl of the Adriatic. With a focus on local culinary delights and immersive cultural experiences, this trip is perfect for those seeking both breathtaking scenery and authentic encounters.
day 1 - Welcome to Vienna
Welcome to beautiful Vienna. Enjoy your afternoon in the Austrian capital before meeting your Travel Director at a local restaurant for a pleasant evening of dinner.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Vienna
Accommodation:Hilton Vienna Park
day 2 - Exploring Stately Vienna
Join a Local Expert for a private tour of Maria Theresa's Schnbrunn Palace and explore its formal gardens at your pace. Then get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. Built along the lines of the old city walls, it showcases many of the capital's architectural highlights, including the Opera House, Hofburg Imperial Residence, the Austrian Parliament Building and Karlskirche. The rest of the day is at your leisure to continuing exploring. Perhaps join an optional evening to a Country Mansion to indulge in Classic Austrian dishes. And don't forget to experience a performance of the waltzes and classical music for which Vienna is world-renowned!
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Vienna
Accommodation:Hilton Vienna Park
day 3 - Maribor and Ljubljana
In the morning, cross the border into Slovenia and journey to its second largest city, Maribor. After spending time in this charming location, head to the beloved city of Ljubljana.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Vienna, Maribor, Ljubljana
Accommodation:Lev Ljubljana
day 4 - Exploring Lovable Ljubljana Relaxed Start
Your Local Expert will reveal the Baroque elegance of the Slovenian capital. The medieval castle stands as an ancient guardian, the City Hall and Cathedral of St. Nicholas testify to its historical importance, while the Triple Bridge spans the river adorned with cafes and restaurants. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to Postojna Caves? In the evening, choose from a hand-picked selection of local restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Ljubljana
Accommodation:Lev Ljubljana
day 5 - Zagrebs Twin Towns Relaxed Start
Spend the morning in Slovenia during which you can join an optional visit to stunning lake Bled, or relax with locals in a nearby caf before journeying into Croatia, where on arrival in Zagreb, you meet your Local Expert for an exploration of this capital. Take a walk to see the art Pavillion, the academy of Sciences and Art and pass Zrinjevac Park. We then board the city's funicular to St. Mark's Church and the Lotrak Tower, take a walk back down through the Stone gate and back to the Square.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Ljubljana, Zagreb
Accommodation:Sheraton Zagreb
day 6 - Zagreb at Leisure Relaxed Start
A free day to relax and enjoy a city that is bursting with culture. Perhaps spend time exploring one of the many museums or browsing the shops in Donji Grad? Maybe try the local cuisine in one of Zagreb's interesting restaurants or cafes or join an optional experience to the charming village of Kumrovec and meet a local to hear their perspective on the region's history?
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Zagreb
Accommodation:Sheraton Zagreb
day 7 - On to Plitvice National Park Relaxed Start
Journey south to visit one of Europe's great natural wonders. Explore Plitvice with Insight Choice. Choose between two MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experiences: Join a Local Expert to explore Plitvice National Park and learn how the site actively carries out research to monitor the natural habitat of species. Alternatively, meet one of the women of the Tara Community Center, where handicrafts are produced, enabling employment and engagement in the community.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park
Accommodation:Lyra, Ličko Petrovo Selo
day 8 - Along the Dalmatian Coast
The green forests give way to pebble-dashed shores lapped by turquoise waters as you travel to Trogir, a UNESCOWorld Heritage site, a historic town founded by the Greeks more than 2,300 years ago. Admire the cathedral and Renaissance Cipiko Palace, before continuing to the historic port of Split. The Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here, and today it forms the heart of the Old Town of Split. With your Local Expert, explore the 1,700 year-old palace cellars, and learn the story of the infamous emperor.Continue through the labyrinthine streets and arcaded squares to see St. Duje's - originally Diocletian's Mausoleum, and the Temple of Jupiter, which today is a baptistery, as well as the Golden Gate. Your exploration then continues underground as you are guided through the cellars. In the evening, don't miss the opportunity to dine like a true local at a traditional Konoba.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Plitvice Lakes National Park, Trogir, Split
Accommodation:President Solin, Split
day 9 - Exploring Split Relaxed Start
Always buzzing, lively Split has just the right balance of tradition and modernity. See Dalmatian life as its lived with a full day free to explore Split and its surroundings. Why not join an optional experience to discover the beautiful Dalmatian island, Hvar? Explore the historic Old Town with your Local Expert before having free time to relax by the seafront or admire the stunning views from the hilltop fortress.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Split
Accommodation:President Solin, Split
day 10 - Mostar to Sarajevo
In the morning, cross the border into Bosnia & Herzegovina to Mostar. During your guided walking exploration with your Local Expert, see the famous Stari Most, or Old Bridge, reconstructed after being almost completely destroyed during the CroatBosniak War. The cobbled old town stretches on both sides of the bridge and is filled with shops selling Turkish-style souvenirs. Continue to Sarajevo, a town with a turbulent past - in 1914 it was the site of the assassination that sparked World War I and more recently, it endured the longest siege in modern military history. Follow the scenic route to Sarajevo for a unique and rewarding insight into the local way of life as you are invited into a Sarajevan family home for a dinner with drinks. Savor the warm hospitality and authentic cuisine as you hear inspirational stories about their culture and experience the local culture.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Split, Mostar, Sarajevo
Accommodation:Europe, Sarajevo
day 11 - Sarajevo, the City of Culture
Morning sightseeing with a Local Expert introduces you to the Sarajevo War Tunnels Museum, housing part of the secret tunnel that was the city's lifeline during the Bosnian war. You will also see the Latin Bridge where Austrian Crown Prince, Franz Ferdinand, was assassinated. Continue along the Milajacka river and see the historic Hapsburg center of the city. In the afternoon, enjoy time at your leisure.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Sarajevo
Accommodation:Europe, Sarajevo
day 12 - On to Dubrovnik
Cross the borderinto Croatia and journey to the walled town of Dubrovnik. On arrival, join your Local Expert to explore the stone-paved streets inside the 16th century bastions of the old town. See Onofrio's Fountain and the Rector's Palace and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Sarajevo, Dubrovnik
Accommodation:Royal Ariston, Dubrovnik
day 13 - Optional Montenegro Experience Relaxed Start
In the morning, why not visit Montenegro? This Optional Experience travels to Kotor, where your camera can capture one of the most beautiful parts of the bay as you learn the history of the area, before returning to Dubrovnik with a short cruise. As the sun begins to set, and should the weather permit, join your fellow travel companions as you sit back and enjoy a relaxing cruise around the fabled bay of Dubrovnik. Later, enjoy a Celebration Dinner of typical Dalmatian Coast cuisine, accompanied by local wines.
Insight Vacations delivered excellent & quality services as well as amazing & memorable experiences as always. The Tour Director and all the drivers were well organised and attentive.
I loved every minute of this tour. The pacing and varieties are just right for me!
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Mary H.Verified Traveler
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2 days in Zagreb with everything closed is useless. The home dinner was fantastic but 2hrs is not enough. The "included" dinners were plain and usually tastless and the "optional" dinners were not much better and the wait staff were rude or lazy but we got to pay extra for them. One hotel was so run down the lift got stuck and all the flaking paint most probably had lead in it. The tour guide was great and personable. Some of the "stops" had nothing to do and no where to go or the hotel was so far removed from anything that those not attending the optional tours had nothing to do!
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
The pacing and variety are just right. We loved every minute. fid and amazing job and we learned so much. Every location was beautiful in its own unique way.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 out of 5
Space the old towns and emphasize differences among them. A couple of the hotels are not of the same class as the others. Itinerary included optional experiences that should have been part of the included excursions. Without the optional excursions, the itinerary would be relatively bare.
