Croatian & Eastern Delights

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Our Eastern Europe tours let travellers bask in the beauty of the Balkans! Over two weeks, this Croatian and Eastern Delights tour winds through famous cities, landscapes and landmarks. Begin in Munich, see Salzburg and cross the Dragon Bridge in Ljubljana before touring Croatia. Walk along Dubrovnik's historic city walls and drink in the beauty of Plitvice L...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Walking tour of the old city in Dubrovnik
    • Free days in Budapest, Dubrovnik and Prague
    • Mauthausen concentration camp
    • Driving tour of Budapest with a local guide
    • Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park

What's this trip about?

    Our Eastern Europe tours let travellers bask in the beauty of the Balkans! Over two weeks, this Croatian and Eastern Delights tour winds through famous cities, landscapes and landmarks. Begin in Munich, see Salzburg and cross the Dragon Bridge in Ljubljana before touring Croatia. Walk along Dubrovnik's historic city walls and drink in the beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Explore Budapest, Vienna, Belgrade and Prague with a local guide. Choose a Montenegro day trip, Danube evening cruise and more to complete your trip! The choice is all yours. Eastern Europe adventures await!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityMunich
End CityMunich

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • History
  • Music

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • 13 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
    • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
    • 13 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 6 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
    • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
    • Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
    • Discover Munich on an orientation tour
    • Enjoy a German meal in one of Munich's historic restaurants
    • Comfort stop in Salzburg
    • Photo stop at Lake Bled, Slovenia
    • Walking tour of Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia
    • Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park
    • Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik
    • Visit medieval Balkan town of Mostar
    • Take a walking tour of Sarajevo
    • Guided walking tour of Belgrade
    • Visit a Hungarian horse farm
    • See iconic sights on a driving tour of Budapest
    • Visit Bratislava; Slovakia’s capital city
    • Discover Vienna on a walking and driving tour
    • Visit Mauthausen concentration camp
    • Comfort stop in Český Krumlov
    • Guided walking tour in Prague, Czech Republic
    • Traditional dinner in Prague
    • Explore Nuremberg on an orientation tour
    • Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
    • Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

Itinerary

Travel Map
DAY 1: Start of tour in Munich

Welcome to Munich! After meeting up with your tour leader at the hotel this morning, embark on an orientation tour of the city. The city of Munich showcases both luxury as well as cosiness. But these contradictions are what make Munich a delightful travel experience. ...

DAY 2: Salzburg - Lake Bled - Ljubljana

Heading for the Slovenian capital, stop in Salzburg, Austria, on the way. Featuring gorgeous architecture, a formidable cliff-top fortress and imposing cliffs in the distance, visiting Salzburg feels like stepping into a fairy tale! This was also Mozart’s hometown – s...

DAY 3: Plitvice Lakes - Split Region

Today, you will be treated to some of the most picturesque natural landscapes in the whole of Europe! It’s time to visit the world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia. Stroll along the boardwalks and marvel at the incredible natural scenery of Croatia’s lar...

DAY 4: Split - Ston - Dubrovnik

Today the tour travels on to Dubrovnik. On the way, enjoy a visit to Split on the Dalmatian coast. Here, enjoy an orientation tour and some free time to explore the historic old town. En route to Dubrovnik, stop in Ston, known for its impressive town walls and delecta...

DAY 5: Dubrovnik: Free Day

Explore Dubrovnik further today. With most of the main attractions located within the city walls in the ‘old town’, it is very easy to plan your day and navigate the streets. Want the best views of the ‘old town’ and islands? Catch the cable car to the top of Mount Sr...

DAY 6: Mostar - Sarajevo

Leaving Dubrovnik behind, travel onwards to Sarajevo, stopping on the way in the enchanting Balkan town of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Mostar is a beautiful and historical destination, which offers numerous religious buildings and churches, and a vast collection...

DAY 7: Sarajevo - Belgrade

Saying goodbye to Sarajevo, the tour makes its way to Belgrade, capital of Serbia. Enjoy a tour of the city with a local guide, who will introduce the group to the city's highlights, including Republic Square, Kalemegdan park and Belgrade fortress. A fascinating place...

DAY 8: Belgrade - Hungarian Horse Farm - Budapest

Travel to Hungary today, and make a stop at a farm in the traditional homeland of the Hungarian horse lords. Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious lunch of Hungary’s national dish - Goulash, a rich and hearty beef stew! Then, watch a traditional horse show where the locals ...

DAY 9: Budapest: Free Day

Discover the beauty of Budapest on this free day. Look out for remnants of the conflicts of WWII and the uprising of 1956, try Hungarian cuisine (there is so much more to it than just goulash!), sample world-renowned wines, and soak your weary rambler’s bones in one o...

DAY 10: Bratislava - Vienna

The grandeur of Vienna is calling today! Along the way, stop off in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader to see some of the main sights. Catch a glimpse of Bratislava Castle, which overlooks the city and enjoy an inc...

DAY 11: Mauthausen - Český Krumlov - Prague

Today it’s time to travel to the Czech Republic. En route, the group will learn about a dark chapter of Europe’s history during a visit to Mauthausen concentration camp. Afterwards, travels onwards to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic for a comfort stop. This pictur...

DAY 12: Prague: Free Day

Today, take the time to explore Prague, perhaps revisiting some of the sights from yesterday’s walking tour. The Prague+ excursion is a great way to get to know the city - visit top attractions including Prague Castle and the Malá Strana neighbourhood, and enjoy a lun...

DAY 13: Nuremberg - Munich

On the way back to Munich, make a stop in Nuremberg. Bavaria’s second-largest city, Nuremberg is home to incredible architecture, most of which has been painstakingly restored using original stone after the bombings of the Second World War. Tonight is the last night o...

DAY 14: End of tour

After two weeks spent seeing incredible destinations in Croatia and several eastern European countries, the tour concludes today after breakfast. Don’t forget to swap details with your fellow travellers before your onward journey home!

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Meals Included
  • 13 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 6 Dinners 
    *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Age Requirements
18 years and up
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