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MULTI COUNTRY TOURING

Lake Bled, Slovenia Diocletian Palace, Split, Croatia
LAKES COASTLINES OF THE ADRIATIC 9 DAYS
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Day 1: Venice to Bassano del Grappa (D) Day 7: Motovun (BL) From 5279 * ^ per person twin share 18
Make your own way to the appointed location to meet This morning, visit the pretty fishing town of Vrsar,
with the tour leader. Then, travel by mini coach to before returning to Motovun. At the Kaštel cultural 9 DAYS | VENICE TO SPLIT
Bassano del Grappa, a small town that’s famous for and educational centre, learn all about the village’s
its 13th century wooden covered bridge. After getting history – and join a traditional pasta workshop. After TRAVEL TYPE: Small group coach
acquainted with the town on a walking tour, pay a visit devouring our culinary creations, return to the hotel for DEPARTS: Apr 21 • May 5, 19 • Jun 2, 16
to the Poli Grappa Museum and learn about the history an afternoon of free time. • Jul 7 • Aug 11 • Sep 15, 22 • Oct 13
of the local tipple (and enjoy a tasting, of course). Day 8: Motovun to Plitvice Lakes (BD)
Continue to the Lake Bled area for a group dinner. Stay Today’s first stop will be a mill in the charming village HIGHLIGHTS
the next two nights in Bassano del Grappa. of Rastoke, which is known for its many beautiful
Day 2: Bassano del Grappa (B) waterfalls. After that, move on to one of Croatia’s most • Enjoy a tasting session at the Poli Grappa
Museum in Bassano del Grappa
Today, delve into Rovereto’s fascinating history on astounding natural sites – the UNESCO World Heritage
a walking tour, ticking off the likes of the imposing Listed Plitvice Lakes National Park. Here, explore the • Sample the Buzet truffle, a Croatian delicacy
Rovereto Castle (the home of the Italian War Museum), walking trails that hug the lakes – and watch as the • Explore the beauty of Plitvice National Park,
the Bell of the Fallen (which commemorates those who water transforms from emerald green to azure blue. a UNESCO World Heritage Site
fell in the Great War in Trentino), and a local distillery. Tonight, look back on our adventure over a farewell • Walk the streets of Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana
After sampling some of the area’s traditional liquors, dinner. Overnight in Plitvice Lakes. • Take a boat ride across Lake Bled to visit a
return to the hotel for an evening of leisure time. Day 9: Plitvice Lakes to Split (BL) medieval church
Day 3: Bassano del Grappa to Lake Bled (B) Continue north to the town of Smiljan – the birthplace • Visit the largest cave castle in the world as well as
Enjoy a stop in Belluno before bidding farewell to Italy of famous inventor Nikola Tesla – before moving on to a Bled Castle
and cross over into Slovenia. Today’s destination is the local agritourism hotspot for a traditional lunch. Continue • Enjoy a scenic cable car ride to Velika Planina for
enchanting Lake Bled area, where you’ll be free to spend to Split where the tour ends. spectacular views
some time relaxing before tomorrow’s trip to the iconic
lake. With its stunning lake, island church and mountain (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner) INCLUDES
backdrop, Bled is Solvenia’s most popular resort enticing • 8 nights boutique accommodation
everyone from honeymooners to adventure seekers. Stay • Meals as specified • Tours as per itinerary
the next two nights in Lake Bled. • Expert guide and driver
Day 4: Lake Bled (BL) • Air-conditioned mini coach
Today, venture to the fascinating apiary in Bled and be
treated to a guided tour complete with candle-making ^Price valid 21 Apr – 13 Oct 20.
session before a guided tour or historic Bled Castle.
A local guide will divulge a few of the castle’s secrets Austria
before settling down to an included lunch in the castle Belluno Lake Bled Hungary
restaurant. This afternoon, take to the water for a • 2
traditional pletna boat ride to the small island in the SLOVENIA
centre of Lake Bled to visit the baroque Church of Rovereto • Ljubljana
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the Assumption. •
2 Bassano del Grappa
Day 5: Lake Bled to Ljubljana (BD)
This morning, depart from Lake Bled and hit the road
to Slovenia’s capital: Ljubljana, to learn more about CROATIA
the city’s major sights (including the famous castle) on ITALY Venice
a walking tour with a local guide. Slovenia’s capital is Motovun 2
one of Europe’s greenest and most liveable cities. With
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restricted traffic in the city centre and an emerald-green Vrsar Plitvice lakes
river running through it, the daytime atmosphere is 1
pleasant and clam. Evenings are buzzing with activity,
mostly thanks to the 50,000 strong student population.
Later, hone your culinary skills with an included cookery Smiljan Bosnia and
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class and dinner. Overnight in Ljubljana. Herzegvina
Day 6: Ljubljana to Motovun (BD)
Head to Kamnik to take a scenic cable car ride to ADRIATIC SEA
Velika Planina – a beautiful mountain plateau with
sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. After
admiring the unique architecture of the cottages in the
herdsmen’s settlement, move on to our second stop of
the day: Predjama Castle, the largest cave castle in the START/FINISH
world. Stay the next two nights in Motovun. Split OVERNIGHT
* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
18 travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.