The tightly arranged, ceramic-roofed buildings and homes of Dubrovnik epitomize the Croatian capital’s refined and close-knit urban culture. On your 12-day tour of Croatia and Slovenia, learn about this beautiful nation’s unique and epic history. Explore Zagreb, the Croatian capital, Split, a countryside town and Dubrovnik, a bustling city.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Dubrovnik

Board an overnight flight to Croatia.

Day 2 - Dubrovnik

Arrive in Dubrovnik, where a Go Ahead representative greets you and escorts you to your hotel. Meet your fellow travelers at tonight’s Welcome Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 3 - Dubrovnik

Set on a peninsula on the Adriatic, Dubrovnik has a spellbinding atmosphere and is one of Europe’s most attractive cities. Built between the 15th and 16th centuries, the city’s walls are 20 feet thick. You’ll enter the medieval walled city through one of four gates and pay a visit to its 13th-century Franciscan monastery, which sits on a rocky island and boasts the most extensive library in the region. Later, visit the impressive Rector’s Palace before entering the city’s ornate cathedral. Tonight, opt for our Romantic Dubrovnik evening event that’s sure to make you fall in love with this beautiful city.
Included meals: breakfast

$69 USD

Romantic Dubrovnik Immerse yourself in one of Europe’s most beautiful and romantic cities as you stroll the medievan streets of Dubrovnik. Dine at a local restaurant on the beach, where you’ll enjoy a fabulous three-course dinner with spectacular views of Croatia’s coastline setting the mood.

Day 4 - Dubrovnik

Today, revel in Dubrovnik’s coastal wonders on your own or venture out on an optional excursion to the independent Republic of Montenegro. You’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kotor, where, between steep rocky hills and the sea, you’ll explore medieval walls and churches. Next, soak in the beautiful peaks and valleys surrounding the charming villages of Njegusi and Cetinje and visit the King Nicholas Museum. Back to the seaside, you’ll end your day at Budva, an inviting resort known for good beaches and a medieval old town which juts dramatically out into the water.
Included meals: breakfast

$75 USD

Montenegro Join a guided excursion to the independent Republic of Montenegro. After driving through twisty mountain passages, you’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kotor, where you’ll explore medieval walls and churches. Back to the seaside, you’ll end your day at Budva, an inviting resort known for good beaches and a medieval old town which juts dramatically out into the water. Please note: This excursion involves some difficult walking over uneven terrain.

Day 5 - Split

Take in the Croatian countryside as you transfer to Split, designated by UNESCO as a cultural treasure. Upon arrival, discover why it is known as one of the sunniest places in Europe, and why it’s considered a premier resort city.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 6 - Split

Today’s guided tour of Split, the second-largest city in Croatia, features a visit to Emperor Diocletian’s huge 3rd-century palace, one of the last built by the Romans. View the monuments to the city’s varied cultural influences, including Gothic churches, Renaissance palaces, Venetian fortifications and even an Egyptian sphinx. Later, at the Mestrovic Museum, examine bronze, wood, marble and stone sculptures, as well as drawings and paintings by the Croatian-American expressionist Ivan Mestrovic. 
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Mestrovic Museum

Day 7 - Split

Enjoy a full free day in Split today or take part in a guided optional excursion to Mostar, Herezequina, Bosnia, a city named for “the bridge keepers” (natively, mostari) who kept the notable Stari Most (Old Bridge) over Neretva river.
Included meals: breakfast

$75 USD

Mostar Take an excursion to Mostar, the biggest and  most important city in the Herzegovina region. This beautiful Bosnian city is situated on the Neretva and often recognized for the striking Mostar Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which joins the rivers banks. You’ll also see the Cejvan Cehaj Mosque and historic Ottoman House.

Day 8 - Plitvice

Take in the Croatian countryside as you transfer to Plitvice. First stop is Trogir, a gem of medieval Venetian architecture set on a tiny island just off the mainland. Cross a narrow stone bridge to the Old Town, located on a small island. Take in the ancient beauty as you wander past Radovan’s Portal and the Kairos Relief. Then a local guide leads you on a sightseeing tour of Zadar, an ancient seaside market town. You’ll see the intermingling of classical and Christian culture in the town’s streets and churches.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 9 - Plitvice

One of the most beautiful national parks in Europe, Plitvice Lakes offers a stunning setting of lush, forested mountains and 16 levels of lakes nestled between Mount Mala Kapela and Mount Pljesevica. The lakes were formed over thousands of years. Water flowed over limestone and chalk, depositing travertine barriers and created dams that resulted in the beautiful blue-green lakes. Your tour director leads you to the upper and lower lakes, surrounded by thick forests and waterfalls. You may catch a glimpse of the 20 caves that dot the area.
Included meals: breakfast
Entrance fee: National park

Day 10 - Ljubljana

Travel to Zagreb this morning, where a local guide introduces you to the best of Croatia’s capital on today’s tour. Zagreb has been the capital city of Croatia since 1557, and much of its original medieval architecture still exists. Highlights include the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary with its twin neo-Gothic spires, the Lotrscak Tower, the Museum Mimara with its neo-Renaissance facade and the lovely Mirogoj cemetery. Then cross into Slovenia as you travel to the capital city of Ljubljana, a charming, beautful city known for its love of the arts.
Included meals: breakfast

Day 11 - Ljubljana

Embark on a guided walking tour of Ljubljana today. Take note of the city’s numerous theaters, museums and galleries. See the medieval castle perched high atop a bluff. Tonight, join your group for a Farewell Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 12 - Ljubljana

Board your return flight home or extend your stay in Ljubljana and Lake Bled.
Included meals: breakfast (In the case of early morning departures, breakfast may not be provided)