Best Croatia Itineraries

2014
When in Dubrovnik
The Jewels of Croatia's Dalmatian Coast
Driving Through Croatia
Cruising The Adriatic
Italy & Croatia Private Style Cruising
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6 Days / 5 Nights
WHEN IN DUBROVNIK
Dubrovnik
Boasting one of Europe's sunniest coastlines, Dubrovnik's treasures await for you to explore. From the
Pile Gate entrance and the Franciscan Monastery with its beautifully restored Pieta sculpture, to the
Renaissance Sponza Palace and the Church of St. Blaise, amazing architecture and cultural heritage
surrounds you. Discover Dubrovnik's pedestrian Old Town and take-in the spectacular views over the town
and sea as you walk along the city's ancient walls built between the 13th and 16th centuries.
Mediterranean climate, cobblestone streets, medieval city walls, baroque buildings, fresh local seafood
dishes, and the sparkling Adriatic Sea set the scene for your storybook vacation in Croatia.
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Included Features:
TRAVEL IN SIMPLICITY ... FROM $659
Tourist class hotel accommodation for 5 nights
Daily buffet breakfast
Round trip cable car ticket to Dubrovnik's Old City
City walking tour
Full day excursion to Medjugorje
Travel bag, one per person
Document holder and luggage tags
Hotel taxes and service charges
TRAVEL IN STYLE ... FROM $1,210
First class hotel accommodation for 5 nights
Private city walking tour
Private full day excursion to Montenegro
TRAVEL IN LUXURY ... FROM $2,118
Deluxe class hotel accommodation for 5 nights
Private city walking tour
Private full day excursion to Montenegro
Private full day excursion to Korcula Island
Dinner at a local restaurant

Best Price starting at $659(Based on per person in Double Occupancy)

9 Days / 8 Nights
THE JEWELS OF CROATIA'S DALMATIAN
COAST
Dubrovnik - Split - Plitvice - Zagreb
You're invited to explore a land of fairy-tale medieval towns, stunning natural beauty of mountains and
coastal splendors, diverse cultural heritage, and spectacular sapphire seas as far as the eye can see...it's
all yours for the taking on this Dalmatian Coast exploration in Croatia. Delve into the Old City of Dubrovnik
and journey along to the terraced-lakes of Plitvice. Tour the subterranean caves in Postojna and ascend
the imposing Bled Castle. Embark on a private city tour of Split, and shop open-air markets with Croatian
treasures. Adventure awaits as the gems of the Dalmatian Coast reveal themselves around every corner.
Day 1 - Dubrovnik
Upon arrival in Dubrovnik's Airport, you will be met and transferred to your
hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 2 - Dubrovnik
Morning walking tour of ''Old Dubrovnik''. See the Rector's Palace, Bell
Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery
and the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the
world. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B)
Day 3 - Dubrovnik/Split
This morning we depart Dubrovnik and travel north along the spectacular
Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city
tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. See the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures,
Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. Overnight in Split. (B)
Day 4 - Split/Trogir/Plitvice
After breakfast, we head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities where scholars from around the world
gather to study and paint here. Then, turn inland and travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Upon arrival,
have your camera ready and take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking
scenery of this natural wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush
vegetation. Overnight in Plitvice. (B)
Day 5 - Plitvice/Opatija/Postojna/Bled
Today we return to the coast and travel along the beautiful Bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija.
After some free time, we journey north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the
fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterwards, we continue to Bled, beautifully set
amidst the Julian Alps. Overnight in Bled. (B)
Day 6 - Bled
This morning, a sightseeing tour of Bled features the charming town with the lakeshore, and imposing
Bled Castle perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Bled.
(B)
Day 7 - Bled/Ljubljana/Zagreb

Start your day with a transfer to Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia, where you will enjoy a walking tour. Visit the
most significant sights of the old city center: the picturesque open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both
designed by famous architect Joze Plecnik, Baroque Town Hall and Robba's Fountain. Then, continue to
Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia. Overnight in Zagreb. (B)
Day 8 - Zagreb
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark's Church, St. Catherine's
Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight in Zagreb. (B)
Day 9 - Zagreb to USA (or extend your stay)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)
Included Features:
Hotel accommodation for 8 nights
Assistance of an English speaking professional driver/ escort for the entire length of the program
Transportation by private sedan
Private guided tour of Dubrovnik, including entrance fee for Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy
Private guided tour of Split, including entrance fee for Diocletian's Palace
Private guided tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park, including entrance fee
Visit of the caves in Postojna, including entrance fee
Private guided tour of Bled, including entrance fee for the Castle
Private guided walking tour of Ljubljana
Private guided tour of Zagreb
Arrival and departure airport transfers

8 Days / 7 Nights
DRIVING THROUGH CROATIA
Dubrovnik - Split - Zagreb - Zadar - Opatija
Travel Croatia on an 8 day driving adventure. Driving Through Croatia takes the road less traveled through
the major cities and bucolic countryside that speckle Croatia's glittery Adriatic coast. Pick up your car in
Dubrovnik. Then take a guided walking tour of Dubrovnik's "Old Town" to admire the Rector's Palace, Bell
Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, Dominican Monastery, and the Franciscan Monastery,
home to one of the oldest pharmacies in the world. Head out for a 148 mile drive along the gorgeous coast
to Split. A guided tour of the historic inner city reveals examples of Roman, Gothic, and Renaissance
architecture like Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. 90 miles away is iconic Zadar (but
don't overlook the quaint island town of Trogir on the way!). Zadar brims with more than 3,000 years of
history and culture. About 100 miles to the northeast is Opatija, best known for its beautiful Kvarner Bay.
Your final stop is Zagreb, where you'll take a guided walking tour through the historical center to see its
famous cathedral, Saint Marco Church, Saint Catherine Church, the Parliament, and the Government
Palace.
Day 1 - Dubrovnik
Pick up your rental car and drive to your hotel in Dubrovnik, the ''Pearl of
the Adriatic''.
Day 2 - Dubrovnik
This morning enjoy a guided walking tour of Dubrovnik's ''Old Town''. See
the Rector's Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace,
Dominican Monastery and the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy,
one of the oldest in the world. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring
Dubrovnik on your own. (B)
Day 3 - Dubrovnik/Split
Drive to Split (approx. 148 miles). Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking tour
of Split to discover the historic inner city built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. See the remains of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures,
Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. Overnight in Split. (B)
Day 4 - Split/Trogir/Zadar
Drive to Trogir (approx. 20 miles). Visit, on your own, this picturesque town built on a small island and
connected to the continent with a stone bridge. Drive to Zadar (approx. 96 miles). Enjoy a guided walking
tour of Zadar, a city brimming with more than 3,000 years of history and culture, before settling into your
hotel for the night. (B)
Day 5 - Zadar/Plitvice/Opatija
After breakfast, drive to the National Park of Plitvice (approx. 92 miles). Upon arrival, walk on your own
around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of 16 terraced
lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. In the afternoon, continue to Opatija
(approx. 110 miles) known for its beautiful Kvarner Bay. (B)
Day 6 - Opatija/Zagreb
Drive from Opatija to Zagreb (approx. 106 miles). Overnight in Zagreb. (B)
Day 7 - Zagreb

Start your day with a guided walking tour through the historical center of ''Gornji Grad''. See its famous
Cathedral, Saint Marco Church, Saint Catherine Church, the Parliament and the Government Palace. The
rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
Day 8 - Zagreb to USA (or extend your stay)
Drop off your car before boarding your departure flight back home. (B)
Included Features:
Hotel accommodation for 7 nights
Private guided walking tour of Dubrovnik
Private guided walking tour of Split
Private guided walking tour of Zadar
Private guided walking tour of Zagreb
8-day car rental -Category C. Car Rental includes unlimited mileage, CDW (Collision Damage
Waiver), TP (Theft Protection), Third Party Liability (including passengers), airport surcharge, 24
hour-a-day road assistance and VAT (Value Added Tax)

8 Days / 7 Nights
CRUISING THE ADRIATIC
Dubrovnik - Split - Mljet - Pucisca - Hvar - Korcula
Cruising the Adriatic with Central Holidays brings you the best of land and sea that Croatia has to offer.
Begin your 8 day adventure with a walking tour of Dubrovnik, the ''Pearl of the Adriatic'' and a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. Explore the beautiful islands of verdant Mljet, rustic Pucisca, and Omis--once pirate
territory! Back on land, discover Split on a guided walking tour of the historic inner city built around the
Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the historic site includes
examples of Roman, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture like Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the
Cathedral. Return to the sea for a cruise to the sunniest island in Croatia that is famed for luxurious
Mediterranean nature, rich culture and historical heritage-- the island of Hvar. Next, sail to Korcula, the
legendary birthplace of Marco Polo. Before leaving this Adriatic dream behind, return to Dubrovnik for a
swimming break in one of the many beautiful bays and a wine tasting session from the Grgich Vineyards
Estate.
Day 1 - Dubrovnik
Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport or hotel to the harbor. Boarding starts at
noon. Time to unpack and settle in before your Welcome Reception hosted
by your tour guide.
Day 2 - Dubrovnik/Mljet
Morning walking tour of Dubrovnik, the ''Pearl of the Adriatic'', and a
UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch on board before sailing to Mljet
Island. Here, we visit the Mljet National Park. The park covers the western
part of the island, which many regard as the most alluring in the Adriatic,
full of lush and varied Mediterranean vegetation. The park also includes two
deep bays: the Great Lake and the Small Lake. Dinner on board. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Mljet/Pucisca
After breakfast we sail to the island of Korcula, a unique example of harmony between magnificent nature,
cultural tradition, rich history and modern tourism. Lunch will be served on board as we resume our sailing
towards Pucisca, the biggest village of the island of Brac. Here, authentic Mediterranean architecture,
rustic ambiance, shiny white stone facades rising amphitheatrically uphill the hummocks, make this place
so unique and worth seeing. Stop for a refreshing swim in one of the bays. The rest of the evening is at
leisure to enjoy dinner at one of the many local restaurants. (B,L)
Day 4 - Pucisca/Omis/Split
On our way to Split today, weather permitting, we will anchor in Omis for a swim break. Omis was known
as a settlement from the Roman times, but the heyday came much later. As excellent seamen, Omis
citizens, during the 13th to the beginning of the 15th century, controlled the navigation on the Adriatic Sea.
Extremely dangerous, at the peak of their power, they were one of the most powerful and fearsome pirates
on the whole Mediterranean Sea. Lunch on board before arriving in Split. Enjoy a guided walking tour of
Split to discover the historic inner city built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. See the remains of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures,
Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. Evening at leisure. (B,L)
Day 5 - Split/Bol/Hvar
Today we resume sailing after breakfast. Stop in Bol for a swim break. After lunch we continue sailing

towards the sunniest island in Croatia - the island of Hvar. Hvar is a unique fusion of luxurious
Mediterranean nature, rich culture and historical heritage. The island gained glory and power during the
Middle Ages by being an important port within the Venetian naval empire. Today, it is the center of the
island's tourism and one of the favorite destinations in the Dalmatian Riviera. Upon your arrival, a local
guide will walk you through the city and introduce you to the history, culture and way of life of this island.
The evening in Hvar is free to explore and dine at one of the many local family owned restaurants. (B,L)
Day 6 - Hvar/Korcula
After breakfast we sail to Korcula. Lunch on board. A local legend says that a great merchant traveler -
Marco Polo - was born in Korcula. Upon arrival in the afternoon, a local guide will introduce you to this
historical town, its architecture and stories. The rest of the evening is free to enjoy dinner at one of the
local restaurants of your choice. (B,L)
Day 7 - Korcula/Dubrovnik
Today we sail to Dubrovnik. Weather permitting, we will stop in one of the many beautiful bays for a swim
break. Lunch on board. This afternoon we enjoy a visit, followed by a wine tasting session, of the Grgich
Vineyards Estate. Arrive in Dubrovnik and rest of the evening at leisure. (B,L)
Day 8 - Dubrovnik
Disembarkation starts after breakfast. Transfer back to Dubrovnik Airport or hotel. (B)
Included Features:
8 days/7 nights cruise on M/S ''Princess Aloha'' or M/S ''Vita''
14 included meals consisting of:
- 7 breakfasts
- 6 lunches
- 1 dinner
Wine, beer, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
Welcome Reception on board
All tours as per itinerary
Assistance of a professional Cruise Director
Luggage handling - one piece per person
Arrival and departure transfers
Taxes and service charges

8 Days / 7 Nights
ITALY & CROATIA PRIVATE STYLE CRUISING
Venice - Dubrovnik - Split
Board the elegant 50-suite Corinthian ship for your 8-day cruising adventure with Central Holidays on the
the Italy and Croatia Private Style Cruising vacation. A welcome cocktail reception sets the mood for your
vacation as you depart Venice and head for the first stop on the island of Rab, off the coast of Croatia. The
medieval town named after the island boasts charming character with its narrow streets lined with stately
mansions. Here you will enjoy a walking tour and then board the ship to cruise by the Kornati Archipelago
of 100 smaller, uninhabited islands. Your cruise continues with stops in Split, an ancient city built around
the Palace of Diocletian and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Hvar, you will find a lush island with
Venetian architecture and a 16th century fortress set atop a hill overlooking the red-roof homes and
harbor. Sail on to Ploce for an excursion to Mostar, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring the
ethereal Old Bridge built in 1566 as well as a renowned bazaar boasting a variety of local arts and crafts.
Your sailing continues to Korcula Island with a remarkable medieval town with palaces, museums,
wineries, vineyards and hidden beaches. Your next ports of call are through the fjord-like Bay of Kotor, to
the cities of Kotor and Dubrovnik along the Adriatic Coast. Magnificent palaces and medieval cities set on
rocky peninsulas await your exploration with Baroque cathedrals and paintings by famed Renaissance-era
art to uncover. This is a cruise you'll cherish for a lifetime!
Day 1 - Venice
Welcome aboard the elegant 50-suite Corinthian. Tonight a welcome
cocktail reception hosted by the Captain will be held before dinner is served
on board. The ship leaves Venice in the course of the evening. (D)
Day 2 - Rab Island/Kornati Archipelago
Perched on a sloping peninsula overlooking a spacious bay, Rab, the only
town on the small island by the same name, is one of the most beautiful
towns along Croatia's coast. Four graceful belfries pointing to the sky
dominate the unspoiled Medieval town, with its narrow streets that are lined
with stately mansions and other buildings. The Cathedral of Sveta Marija
Velika (Saint Mary the Great), consecrated in 1177, is an excellent example
of a Romanesque basilica, while its magnificent Bell Tower is a
masterpiece of 12th Century architecture. Our walking tour of this lovely town will include all its landmark
sites. In the afternoon, the ship will cruise by the Kornati Archipelago, a national park of about 100
uninhabited islands. (B, L, D)
Day 3 - Split
Originally a Greco-Illyrian settlement, Split is an ancient city, centered around the formidable Palace of
Diocletian built in A.D. 295-305. Today it is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. An extensive
structure, much of which is well preserved, the palace contains within its walls Split's Medieval town,
making it the only palace that has been continuously inhabited since Roman times. Our tour of this
extensive structure includes a visit to its underground cellars, the Mausoleum, Jupiter's Temple, the
Peristyle, and the Northern Gate. Conclude the city tour with a visit to the gallery of famous Croatian
sculptor, Ivan Mestrovic. (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Hvar/Vis Islands
Discover Hvar, a fertile island of pale stone houses surrounded by rosemary, lavender, and laurel. The
architecture is unmistakably Venetian, and there are fine fortifications. Our tour of the island's principal

town includes a visit to the 17th Century Municipal Theater, the Franciscan Monastery and its small
gallery, the city's Loggia, and St. Stephen's Square. Continue by bus to the 16th Century fortress, at the
top of the hill, for spectacular views of Hvar Town's red-tiled rooftops and harbor. Later today, continue to
Vis, one of Croatia's most beautiful and unspoiled islands. At Vis Town, set on a splendid bay, drive across
the small island to the quaint town of Komiza, which has retained its Medieval character and architecture.
Stately homes and other buildings face the palm-lined harbor, while the terraced hillside provides a lovely
background to this idyllic setting. (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Ploce/Mostar
Sail to Ploce for an excursion to Mostar, which in the 15th Century under the Ottoman Turks became a
thriving center on the banks of the emerald Neretva River. Damaged by the military conflict in the 1990s,
the town has been carefully restored by UNESCO and declared a World Heritage Site. Admire the
ethereally graceful Stari Most (''The Old Bridge''), originally built in 1566, the nearby Tabacica Mosque,
and an old Turkish house, among other sites. After lunch at a local restaurant there will be free time to
explore the old bazaar, a haven for the city's artists and craftsmen. (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Korcula Island
We arrive at Korcula Island and dock at the town of the same name. Steps away from our ship stands the
Medieval city with its walls and guard towers still intact. Note the Medieval town's unique layout: western
streets run straight to funnel refreshing maestral breezes; eastern streets slightly curve to minimize bura
winds. Visit St. Mark's Cathedral and its Treasury, the Bishop's Palace, the Church of All Saints, the Icon
Museum, and Marco Polo's home. Continue by bus and drive to the eastern end of the island, abundant in
quaint old villages, vineyards, wineries, and out-of-the-way beaches. In the village of Blato, visit the
Ethnographical Museum and enjoy wine sampling at a local tavern. (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Kotor/Dubrovnik
Sail the deep, fjord-like Bay of Kotor to reach the port town of the same name, located at the head of the
bay beneath towering mountains. One of the most striking and best-preserved towns along the Adriatic
coast, Kotor is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. A tour of this delightful town reveals its
magnificent walls, palaces, and churches, including the Drago Palace, with its elegant Renaissance
windows, the 12th Century St. Tryphon Cathedral, and the baroque Lipovac Palace. Over lunch aboard,
sail to Dubrovnik. Set on a rocky peninsula jutting into the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik is one of Europe's best
preserved Medieval cities and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city contains within its
ramparts the Rector's Palace; the Franciscan Monastery, which houses a 13th Century pharmacy (the
oldest in Europe); and the baroque Cathedral, with works by Renaissance painters Titian and Andrea del
Sarto. Overnight aboard ship docked in Dubrovnik. (B, L, D)
Day 8 - Dubrovnik
Disembarkation in Dubrovnik after breakfast. End of the cruise. (B)
Included Features:
8 days/7 nights cruise on Corinthian
20 included meals consisting of:
- 7 buffet breakfasts
- 6 lunches
- 7 dinners
Wine, beer, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions on board
Complimentary bottled water in each suite's refrigerator
All tours as per itinerary
Enrichment program of lectures presented by guest experts
Performance by a local a cappella singing group on board
Complimentary bicycles, kayaks and snorkeling equipment on board
Assistance of a professional Cruise Director

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