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Croatia | Austria | Hungary | Slovenia | Bosnia & Herzegovina | Montenegro | Macedonia | Bulgaria | Albania | Greece Magic of the Adriatic & Balkans CROATIA G r o u p s & T o u r s

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Croatia | Austria | Hungary | Slovenia | Bosnia & Herzegovina | Montenegro | Macedonia | Bulgaria | Albania | Greece

Magic of the Adriatic & Balkans

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We guarantee you a pro-active, dynamic and responsive service before, throughout and after your trip. Our rich and long experience will help you enjoy Croatia the best possible way. We are in a unique position to offer a complete leisure package from arrival to departure including all logistical support from guides, flights, coaches, accommodation and thematic excursions.

From group and FIT programs tailored to measure, special interest tours such as Art & History tours, exploring national parks, wine & dine, pilgrimage tours, soft adventure tours, escorted coach tours, transfers, excursions, meetings, conventions, incentives and events, our expertly trained and committed professionals will oversee every detail.

We manage the group and individual needs of travelers in such diverse fields as fashion, entertainment, production, finance and leisure travel. We boast a team of experienced and client-focused advisors who know how to take advantage of Kompas’ unique position in the global travel market delivering exceptional value and service.

The programmes contained in this brochure present a part of our experience, but all tour packages may of course be changed and tailored to suit your specific needs and your individual requirements.

Our accumulation of knowledge and wealth of experience as well as our devotion to customer care ensures that the highest standards are maintained. We challenge ourselves even when it seems impossible, and by doing so we achieve your goals. We will reach far to produce unique and memorable programmes because our customers value quality and distinction.

We will stay ahead, because you expect us to.

– the right partner for full service in Croatia and the region!

kompas.hr is one of the leading tour operators in Croatia, with more than 60 years of tradition. More than 80 qualified staff in 7 Croatian cities where kompas.hr has its offices and branches (Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, Šibenik, Osijek, Čakovec and Karlovac) have a proven track record of providing the highest quality professional services in Croatia and all over the World.

TAP Portugal Representative for Croatia and Slovenia. TAP Portugal.

Eva Air Representative GSA for Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia, Macedonia and Serbia.

Ukraine International Airlines GSA for Croatia.

IATA licensed air ticket seller(IATA kod: 75 – 3 2069 6 (Zagreb), 75 – 3 2118 6 (Split)

Member of ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents)

Member of UHPA (Association of Croatian Travel Agencies)

Company Profile

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Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and EventsAs one of the leading travel organizations and tour operators of Croatia, kompas.hr enjoys the privileged position in providing a complete tourist offer in the whole region.

Whether you are organizing a smaller meeting or a conference, kompas.hr has the experience and infrastructure to ensure that everything runs smoothly.

From registration, room set-up, audio-visual arrangements, event staff, entertainment and activity co-ordination to food and beverage requirements, our expertly trained and committed professionals will oversee every detail.

We guarantee a fast, courteous and professional service with meticulous attention to detail which will ensure that your event in Croatia is an outstanding success.

We look after your delegates from arrival to return to ensure a truly memorable experience. It is the personal touch that can make the difference. We put ourselves in your guests’ shoes to ensure that every need is anticipated.

It will be our pleasure to offer a complete package from arrival to departure including all logistical support from assistance, guides, flights, coaches, accommodation and excursions.

Head OfficeEde Murtića 4, 10000 Zagreb, CroatiaPhone: + 385 1 4882 500Fax: + 385 1 4811 414E-mail: [email protected]: www.visits-croatia.com

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Incoming Offices

Head Incoming DepartmentM. I. C. E. & Corporate Department(Meetings, Incentives, Congresses, Exhibitions, Travel Management, Team building & Sport) Adress: Ede Murtića 4, Zagreb, CroatiaPhone: + 385 1 48 78 750Fax: + 385 1 48 78 759E-mail: [email protected]

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Branch Office SplitIncoming DepartmentAdress: Ulica kralja Zvonimira 4, Split, CroatiaPhone: + 385 21 323 302Fax: + 385 21 323 303E-mail: [email protected]

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Excursions fromISTRA• Best of Istria• Venice – the eternal city• BBQ cruises• Wine & Dine• Brijuni Islands• Lake Bled• Village Party• Rijeka & Opatija Riviera• Cycling

KVARNER • Brijuni Islands – Islands of history and exotic

nature• Fish picnics• Istra Tour• Krk Island tour – a trip back into history• Postojna cave• Lipica stud farm• Plitvice lakes

SPLIT• City Tour of Split• City Tour of Trogir• Dubrovnik• Šibenik & Krka Waterfalls• Kornati National Park• Plitvice Lakes• Hvar Island• Ancient Salona• Biševo – the blue cave• Cetina River & Omis• Folklore Show• Brač Island Tour• Makarska• Mostar• Međugorje

DUBROVNIK• Dubrovnik Panorama & Sightseeing• Korčula• Mljet• Elaphite Islands Tour• Čilipi & Konavoski dvori• Montenegro• Pelješac wines & vineyards• Neretva River delta• Mostar• Međugorje• Trsteno – Ston• Canoe Safari• Cruising by night• Jeep Safari• Sea kayaking

ZAGREB • City Tour• Bring Light to the Upper Town• Zagreb Surroundings• City Break Programmes• Wine & Dine

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On the brink between Middle Europe and Mediterranean, Croatia is as diverse as its landscapes. A country of dramatic mountainous landscapes and dreamy deep-blue seascapes combines the timeless unspoiled nature coupled with beautifully preserved centuries-old architecture and a lively contemporary cultural scene.Although Croatia’s rocky stretch of the Adriatic is not suitable for large-scale tourist development, it is astoundingly beautiful. Nearly 2000 km long coastline of a crystal-clear turquoise sea with over 1000 islands offer numerous small pebble coves backed by pinewoods, fishing villages, remote lighthouse islets, secluded coves and Robinson-Crusoe-style atolls and family beaches.This small country also abounds with diversity of national parks among which certainly the most famous are Plitvice Lakes, Krka waterfalls, the island of Mljet, Kornati islands and Brijuni archipelago.Historical footprints can be best followed by visiting city destinations such as Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar rich with Roman, Byzantine, Venetian and Austro-Hungarian historical monuments and cultural influence. The historic centres of Dubrovnik and Split are UNESCO world heritage sites, as well as the cathedrals in Trogir and Šibenik and the basilica in Poreč.Gastronomy experience is also the important and special highlight of Croatia. Its main assets are locally sourced, prime-quality ingredients

from the land and sea, creatively prepared by passionate chefs or cooked up home-style in family-run taverns. Numerous wine regions of Croatia are burgeoning like the country itself, and its olive oils are also winning top awards.Croatia also has a remarkable geographical position in the region, allowing extended visits to neighbouring countries Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro. Just few kilometers drive from Croatia you will have the possibility to experience a different culture, language and traditional customs.

Geographical positionCroatia extends from the furthest Eastern edges of the Alps in the North-West to the Pannonian lowlands and the banks of the Danube in the East; its central region is covered by the Dinara mountain range, and its Southern parts extend to the coast of the Adriatic Sea.

SurfaceThe mainland covers 56,594 km2; surface area of territorial waters totals 31,067 km2.

Population4.338,410 inhabitants; composition of population: majority of the population are Croats; national minorities are Serbs, Slovenes, Hungarians, Bosnians, Italians, Czechs and others.

System of governmentMulti-party parliamentary republic.

CapitalZagreb (779,045 inhabitants), the economic, traffic, cultural and academic centre of the country.

Coastline5,835.3 km, of which 4,058 km comprise the coastlines of islands, solitary rocks and reefs. Number of islands, solitary rocks and reefs: 1,185; the largest islands are Cres and Krk; there are 47 inhabited islands.

Highest peakDinara: 1,831 m above sea level.

ClimateCroatia has three climate zones; the prevailing climate in the country’s interior is moderately rainy; on the highest peaks a forest climate with snow falls, while the areas along the Adriatic coast have a pleasantly mild Mediterranean climate with a large number of sunny days; summers are dry and hot, winters mild and wet with significant precipitations. Average temperatures in the interior: January: – 2 to 0°C, somewhat lower at the highest altitudes; August: about 20°C and about 12°C on the highest peaks. Average temperature in the littoral: January: 5 – 9°C, August: 23 – 27°C; sea temperature in the winter: 2°C; in the summer, 23 – 25°C.

CurrencyKuna (1 kuna = 100 lipa). Foreign currency can be exchanged in banks, exchange offices, post offices, travel agencies, hotels, camps, marinas; checks can be cashed in banks.

About Croatia

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DAY 1: ZAGREBArrival at the Zagreb airport. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 2: ZAGREB – OPATIJABreakfast. Morning city tour of Zagreb, including the fortified mediaeval Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church with it’s colourful roof, the Cathedral of St. Stephen, the Stone Gate, the University and the Croatian National Theatre. Afternoon drive to Opatija, „The Queen of Tourism“ of Croatia. Upon arrival walking tour along the promenade of Opatija, once a resort of the Habsburgs and European Royalty, as well as personalities from the world of culture, such as Gustav Mahler or A. P. Chekhov. Overnight in Opatija.

DAY 3: OPATIJA – PULA – ROVINJ – OPATIJABreakfast and departure to Pula. Sightseeing tour of Pula includes a visit to the Roman amphitheatre Arena (1st century), one of the best preserved in the world, Triumphal Arch of Sergius, Temple of Augustus, Gate of Hercules and Byzantine chapel of St. Maria Formosa. Pula was the home of the Histrians, the Romans and the Venetians. Once the central Austrian port, today it is the largest cultural and economic center of Istria. Various layers of history took part in the making of this unique town in which Roman temples defy Baroque palaces, early Christian churches stand face to face to Austrian villas, and the remnants of Medieval walls are cut through by antique town gates.Continuation to Rovinj, one of the most charming towns in the Adriatic. Feel the enchantment of the town in its narrow

Medieval streets and warm Mediterranean setting. The main Church of St. Euphemia keeps relics of the saint and presents one of the most beautiful Baroque achievements in Istria. From the church plateau there is a wonderful view of the open sea and numerous islets in the distance. A visit to the Town Museum and the town’s many galleries will complete your cultural experience. Return to Opatija for overnight.

DAY 4: OPATIJA – NATIONAL PARK PLITVICE – ZADARBreakfast. Departure for Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia. The area of Plitvice Lakes was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. It is breathtakingly beautiful with its 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and surrounded by dense forests. It will take us almost 4 hours to explore the area by electric boat and minibus and you will need a great deal of film to record a fraction of the beauty around you. In the afternoon we continue to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 5: ZADAR – SPLITBreakfast. Morning sightseeing of Zadar including the Roman Forum from the 2nd century BC, St. Donatus Church from 9th century, unique round Medieval construction in Dalmatia and the Cathedral of St. Anastasia.Afternoon drive towards Split – a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. The city grew arround the palace-house of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, born in the 3rd century. Today within the grounds of the ancient Diocletian’s Palace one can admire a beautiful

mixture of all styles that makes this city unique and unforgettable.We shall see Diocletian’s Palace (3rd century), the Peristyle, the Cathedral of St. Domnius the patron of the town and the Jupiter’s Temple. Overnight in Split.

DAY 6: SPLIT – MOSTAR – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning drive towards Mostar, city of contrasts and culture, nested in the deep valley of the river Neretva. The town developed in the 15th century as an Ottoman trading and frontier town and continued its growth in the Austro-Hungarian period. The ancient Turkish houses and the spectacular Old Bridge give Mostar an oriental flavor... The Old Bridge area, with Eastern Ottoman, Mediterranean and Western European architectural features is an outstanding example of a multicultural urban settlement. In the afternoon we continue to Dubrovnik for overnight.

DAY 7: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column, Bell Tower Clock and the Sponza Palace. In the afternoon, we shall have free time for individual visits and leisure. There will be plenty of time for an optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 8: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Dubrovnik.

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DAY 1: ZAGREBArrival at the Zagreb airport. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 2: ZAGREB – KUMROVEC – TRAKOŠĆAN – ZAGREBBreakfast and departure for Hrvatsko Zagorje, visit to Kumrovec ethno-village with its traditional wooden houses and old crafts (birthplace of ex president Tito). Continuation to Trakošćan Castle (13th century) with its tower, surrounded by a romantic park. We proceed to Oršić, one of the most beautiful Baroque castles of Hrvatsko Zagorje, with its Museum of Peasants’ Mutiny in 1573. Return to Zagreb for overnight.

DAY 3: ZAGREB – OPATIJABreakfast. Morning city tour of Zagreb, including the fortified mediaeval Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral of St. Stephen, the Stone Gate, the University and the Croatian National Theatre. Afternoon drive to Opatija, once the resort of the Habsburgs and European Royalty, as well as personalities from the world of culture, such as Gustav Mahler and A. P. Chekhov. Overnight in Opatija.

DAY 4: OPATIJA – PULA – POREČ – OPATIJABreakfast and departure to Pula. Sightseeing tour of Pula includes a visit to the Roman amphitheatre Arena (1st century), one of the best preserved in the world, Triumphal Arch of Sergius, Temple of Augustus and Gate of Hercules. Continuation to Poreč for a visit to the 6th century Euphrasius Basilica, classified as UNESCO’s World Cultural Monument. Return to Opatija for overnight.

DAY 5: OPATIJA – PLITVICEBreakfast. Departure to Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia. The area of Plitvice Lakes was declared a world heritage site in 1979. It is breathtakingly beautiful with its 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and surrounded by dense forests. It will take us at least 4 hours to explore the area by boat and minibus and you will need a great deal of film to record a fraction of the beauty around you. Overnight in Plitvice.

DAY 6: PLITVICE – NIN – ZADARBreakfast. Departure to Nin, the seat of the first Croatian prince Višeslav (8th century), later the first Croatian bishop. Here we visit two churches of unique pre-Romanesque architecture, the church of Holy Cross and St. Nicola’s Church. We continue to Zadar for a sightseeing tour including the Roman Forum, St. Donatus Church and the Cathedral of St. Anastasia. Overnight in Zadar.

DAY 7: ZADAR – KRKA – ŠIBENIK – SPLITBreakfast and departure for the Krka National Park. Walking tour of the waterfalls. Continuation to Sibenik and visit to the Cathedral of St. Jacob, a masterpiece of the Gothic-Renaissance art, included in the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Monuments. Overnight in Split.

DAY 8: SPLIT – TROGIR – SPLITBreakfast. Morning city tour of the Diocletian’s Palace (3rd century) includes the Peristyle, the Cathedral of St. Domnius and the Jupiter’s Temple. Departure to Trogir, a picturesque Medieval town, which is also included in the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage. Visit

to St. Lawrence Cathedral with its magnificent Romanesque portal dating from the 13th century. Return to Split for overnight.

DAY 9: SPLIT – OMIŠ – MAKARSKA – TRSTENO – DUBROVNIKBreakfast and departure to Omiš, where we shall have a short boat trip on the Cetina river and a light snack. The next short stop is Makarska, which combines the beauty of the sea, beaches and the mountain of Biokovo. On our way to Dubrovnik we also stop in Trsteno to visit its famous Renaissance garden and Arboretum. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 10: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes Franciscan and Dominican Monasteries, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. In the afternoon, we will tour the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 11: DUBROVNIK – KORČULA – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Drive through vineyards and orchards along the Pelješac Peninsula takes us to Orebić. Here we board a passenger boat for a short crossing to the Island of Korčula. This is said to be the birthplace of Marco Polo and we shall be taken on an interesting tour along the winding streets of this lovely town. On our way back, we shall stop in Ston for a visit of its 15th century city walls and fortresses, and salt ponds. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 12: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Dubrovnik.

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DAY 1: ZAGREBArrival at the Zagreb airport. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 2: ZAGREB – OPATIJABreakfast. Morning city tour of Zagreb, including the fortified Medieval Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church with it’s colourful roof, the Cathedral of St. Stephen, the Stone Gate, the University and the Croatian National Theatre. Afternoon drive to Opatija, „The Queen of Tourism“ of Croatia. Upon arrival walking tour along the promenade of Opatija, once the resort of the Habsburgs and European Royalty, as well as personalities from the world of culture, such as Gustav Mahler or A. P. Chekhov. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 3: OPATIJA – PULA – BRIJUNI – OPATIJABreakfast and departure to Pula. Sightseeing tour of Pula includes a visit to the Roman amphitheatre Arena (1st century), one of the best preserved in the world, Triumphal Arch of Sergius, Temple of Augustus, Gate of Hercules and Byzantine chapel of St. Maria Formosa. Pula was the home of the Histrians, the Romans and the Venetians. Once the central Austrian port, today it is the largest cultural and economic center of Istria. Various layers of history took part in the making of this unique town in which Roman temples defy Baroque palaces, early Christian churches stand face to face to Austrian villas, and the remnants of Medieval walls are cut through by antique town gates.In the afternoon, the excursion to National Park Brijuni islands, an archipelago of 14 islands only a few miles North from Pula. The whole archipelago is under protection – the islands preserve the traces of 5000 years of human history. Only the biggest island Veli Brijun is open for tourism and there we will visit Safaripark, Ethno park, Olive tree from the 4th century, the ruins of Byzantine Castrum and Roman Villa. Ethno park presents a typical Istrian homestead with autochthonous animal species: Istrian ox, Istrian sheep, donkeys and goats. Coming back to the harbour, there will be a possibility to visit the exhibition „Tito on Brijuni“, Natural history collection, archeological museum and exhibition of copies of frescoes and Glagolitic inscriptions of Istria and Kvarner. Return to Opatija for overnight.

DAY 4: OPATIJA – PLITVICE – ZADARBreakfast. Departure for Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia. The area of Plitvice Lakes was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. It is breathtakingly beautiful with its 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and surrounded by dense forests. It will take us almost 4 hours to explore the area by electric boat and minibus and you will need a great deal of film to record a fraction of the beauty around you. In the afternoon we continue to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 5: ZADAR – KORNATI ISLANDS – ZADARBreakfast. Excursion to the National Park Kornati. Departure by the boat to visit the archipelago in the Northern Dalmatia that includes 147 uninhabited islands and islets. During the ride, you will enjoy astonishing scenery marked by steep cliffs or „crowns“ that make the coastline unique and dramatic. Along there will be two stops for swimming before the visit of the nature park Telašćica, one of the largest and best protected natural harbours on the Eastern coast of the Adriatic. The bottom of the bay is mostly covered with communities of sea-flowering plants and habitats extremely rich on animal life and very important for the reproduction of many fish species. There will also be the opportunity to swim in the salt lake „Mir“. Return to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 6: ZADAR – ŠIBENIK – KRKA FALLS – SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of the old town with its pre-Romanesque church that dates from

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around the 9th century which is a symbol of Zadar. Right in front of the Church of St. Donat are the remains of the Roman forum dating from in the 1st century BC. At the end of the Western Quay is Zadar’s newest feature, the Sea Organ. This unusual organ is powered by the wind and the sea. When the sea pushes air through the whistles, a series of melancholy chords are played. With the sound emerging through the perforated stone stairs.Departure to Šibenik. Visit of St. Jakov Cathedral the symbol of the town, a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, was being built for more than a hundred years and is a true evidence of the talent of its architectures, Juraj Dalmatinac and Nikola Firentinac. The whole cathedral was made of stone, without the use of other materials and it contains of more than 70 portraits on its apses.Continuation to the National Park Krka. The visit will start with a walk exploring the pathways and bridges before the boat ride that will take us up-close to the waterfalls. A highlight of the visit is certainly little island of Visovac which was inhabited by hermits in the 15th-Century. We will continue upstream to Roški slap, made of 12 smaller slopes and falls and the massive pools and cascades of Skradinski buk considered one of the most attractive calcium carbonate waterfalls in Europe. Drive to Split for overnight.

Day 7: SPLIT – TROGIR – SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of town Split whose beauty dated since IV century B. C. when Roman emperor Diocletian decided to build his residential palace. This Roman palace is very well preserved and today attracts with its constructions and original walls but also popular place for small shops which will be visited. After that we visit the Cathedral of St.

Duje which is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virigin Mary, and the bell tower to St. Domnius. Together they form the Cathedral of St. Domnius. Lunch at local restaurant and drive towards Trogir, the small Old Town so rich in history and culture that it is often referred to as a “city museum” so it is easy to see why the entire city was placed in the UNESCO world heritage list. Return to Split for overnight.

Day 8: SPLIT – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. In the morning free time in Split for shopping and a pleasant walk. In the afternoon, departure towards Dubrovnik. Arrival in the evening and accommodation in hotel. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Day 9: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column, Bell Tower Clock and the Sponza Palace. In the afternoon, we shall have free time for individual visits and leisure. There will be plenty of time for an optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Day 10: DUBROVNIK – THE ISLAND OF MLJET – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Excursion by boat ride to the National Park Mljet. The most visited part of the Island is the green and unspoiled West, where untouched Mediterranean vegetation and two saltwater lakes (Malo jezero – Small lake and Veliko jezero – Big lake) provide the focus of the National Park. Both lakes are encircled by foot-and cycle paths and you can enjoy a pleasant swim in the lakes. A boat from Veliko jezero will take us to a picturesque St. Mary’s Island, where you will be rewarded by a stunning view of the monastery established by the Benedictines in the 12th century. After the visit, return to Dubrovnik for overnight.

Day 11: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Dubrovnik.

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DAY 1: ZAGREBArrival at the Zagreb airport. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 2: ZAGREBBreakfast. Morning city tour of Zagreb, including the fortified Medieval Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church with it’s colourful roof, the Cathedral of St. Stephen, the Stone Gate, the University and the Croatian National Theatre. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Zagreb.

DAY 3: ZAGREB – PLITVICEBreakfast at the hotel in Zagreb. Drive to Plitvice National Park and visit the most beautiful park in Croatia. The beauty of the National Park lies in its sixteen lakes, connected by series of waterfalls and set in deep woodland populated

deers, bears, wolves and different bird species. Magnificent lakes lower and upper, visited by lake boat and small train. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Plitvice.

DAY 4: PLITVICE – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Departure to Dubrovnik, enjoy a scenic drive along the Dalmatian coast. Arrival at Dubrovnik. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 5: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column, Bell Tower Clock and the Sponza Palace. In the afternoon,

we shall have free time for individual visits and leisure. There will be plenty of time for an optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 6: DUBROVNIK – MEĐUGORJE – SPLITBreakfast. Departure to Međugorje. Upon your arrival to Međugorje the guide will take us to the tour of shrine of Our Lady Queen of Peace. The tour starts with introductory part about shrine of Our Lady Queen of Peace. The program continues with visit to: Apparition hill – place where everything started 24 of June 1981, we will hear the story about first days of the apparitions, and then you will climb Apparition hill and spend some time at the apparition site in a silent prayer. Blue cross – also a place of many apparitions which is located at the base of the Apparition hill. After the visit, continuation to Split for overnight.

DAY 7: SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of town Split whose beauty dated since IV century B. C. when Roman emperor Diocletian decided to build his residential palace. This Roman palace is very well preserved and today attracts with its constructions and original walls but also popular place for small shops which will be visited. After that we visit the Cathedral of St. Duje which is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virigin Mary, and the bell tower to St. Duje. Together they form the Cathedral of St. Duje. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Split.

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DAY 8: SPLIT – TROGIR – ZADARBreakfast. Drive towards Trogir, the small Old Town so rich in history and culture that it is often referred to as a “city museum” so it is easy to see why the entire city was placed in the UNESCO world heritage list.In the afternoon, continuation to Zadar. Visit of the old town with its pre-Romanesque church that dates from around the 9th century which is a symbol of Zadar. Right in front of the Church of St. Donat are the remains of the Roman forum dating from the 1st century BC. At the end of the Western Quay is Zadar’s newest feature, the Sea Organ. This unusual organ is powered by the wind and the sea. When the sea pushes air through the whistles, a series of melancholy chords are played. With the sound emerging through the perforated stone stairs. Overnight in Zadar.

DAY 9: ZADAR – OPATIJABreakfast. Departure for Opatija „The Queen of Tourism“ of Croatia. Upon arrival walking tour along the promenade of Opatija, once the resort of the Habsburgs and European Royalty, as well as personalities from the world of culture, such as Gustav Mahler or A. P. Chekhov. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Opatija.

DAY 10: OPATIJA – PULA – ROVINJ – OPATIJABreakfast and departure to Pula. Sightseeing tour of Pula includes a visit to the Roman amphitheatre Arena (1st century), one of the best preserved in the world, Triumphal Arch of Sergius, Temple of Augustus, Gate of Hercules and Byzantine chapel of St. Maria Formosa. Pula was the home of the Histrians, the Romans and the Venetians. Once the central Austrian port, today it is the largest cultural and economic center of Istria. Various layers of history took part in the making of this unique town in which Roman temples defy Baroque palaces, early Christian churches stand face to face to Austrian

villas, and the remnants of Medieval walls are cut through by antique town gates.Continuation to Rovinj, one of the most charming towns in the Adriatic. Feel the enchantment of the town in its narrowMedieval streets and warm Mediterranean setting. The main Church of St. Euphemia keeps relics of the saint and presents one of the most beautiful Baroque achievements in Istria. From the church plateau there is a wonderful view of the open sea and numerous islets in the distance. A visit to the Town Museum and the town’s many galleries will complete your cultural experience. Return to Opatija for overnight.

DAY 11: OPATIJA – LJUBLJANABreakfast. After breakfast drive to Ljubljana, sightseeing with local guide. Walking through the city center, the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik, Baroque Town Hall and Dragon Bridge, visit of Cathedral San Nicholas. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Ljubljana.

DAY 12: LJUBLJANA – POSTOJNA – BLED – LJUBLJANAIn the afternoon, the visit of Postojna cave, the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia and one of the world’s largest karst monuments. A fantastic web of tunnels, passages, galleries and halls, the astonishing diversity of Karst features as well as easy access are certainly the main reasons for such popularity of the cave. Guided tour will consist of a ride by electrical train and followed by a walk through beautiful passages and chambers with spectacular drop stones, pillars, limestone curtains and other unforgettable forms.In the afternoon, the excursion to Bled, the magnificent Alpine resort. The highlight of the Bled is certainly picturesque old castle perched

on top of a steep cliff above the glacial Lake Bled. Castle terraces offer spectacular views of the lake and its tiny island in the middle. We will take a boat ride with “Pletna” – traditional boat made by locals and reach the only true island in Slovenia, ring a “fortune bell” and enjoy the beautiful reflection of the mountains on the lake, sun, peace and fresh air or continue to breath-taking beauty of Bled’s Vintgar gorge, where wooden path leads along rushing river Radovna. Return to Ljubljana for overnight.

DAY 13: LJUBLJANA – ZAGREBBreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Zagreb.

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DAY 1: ZAGREBArrival and transfer to hotel. In the morning, enjoy a tour of Zagreb with local guide, including the fortified medieval Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral of St. Stephan, the Lotrščak Tower, the Stone Gate, the University and the Croatian National Theatre. After the tour some free time exploring the city on your own. Overnight in Zagreb.

DAY 2: ZAGREB – LJUBLJANA – POSTOJNA – ZAGREBAfter breakfast drive to Ljubljana, sightseeing with local guide. Walking through the city center, the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both desigbed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik, Baroque Town Hall and Dragon Bridge, visit of Cathedral San Nicholas.In the afternoon, the visit of Postojna cave, the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia and one of the world’s largest karst monuments. A fantastic web of tunnels, passages, galleries and halls, the astonishing diversity of Karst features as well as easy access are certainly the main reasons for such popularity of the cave. After the visit, return to Zagreb for overnight.

DAY 3: ZAGREB – PLITVICE – ZADARBreakfast. Departure for Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia. The area of Plitvice Lakes was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. It is breathtakingly beautiful with its 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and surrounded by dense forests. It will take almost 4 hours to explore the area by electric boat and minibus and you will need a great deal of film to record a fraction of the beauty around you. In the afternoon continuation to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 4: ZADAR – ŠIBENIK – SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of the old town with its pre-Romanesque church that dates from around the 9th century which is a symbol of Zadar. Right in front of the Church of St. Donat are the remains of the Roman forum dating from in the 1st century BC. At the end of the Western Quay is Zadar’s newest feature, the Sea Organ. This unusual organ is powered by the wind and the sea. When the sea pushes air through the whistles, a series of melancholy chords are played. With the sound emerging through the perforated stone stairs.Departure to Šibenik. Visit of St. Jakov Cathedral the symbol of the town, a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, was being built for more than a hundred years and is a true evidence of the talent of its architectures, Juraj Dalmatinac and Nikola Firentinac. The whole cathedral was made of stone, without the use of other

materials and it contains of more than 70 portraits on its apses. Drive to Split for overnight.

DAY 5: SPLIT – TROGIR – SPLITBreakfast. Morning city tour of the Diocletian’s Palace (3rd century) includes the Peristyle, the Cathedral of St. Domnius and the Jupiter’s Temple. In the afternoon, departure to Trogir, a picturesque Medieval town, which is also included in the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage. Visit to St. Lawrence Cathedral with its magnificent Romanesque portal dating from the 13th century. Return to Split for overnight.

DAY 6: SPLIT – SARAJEVODrive to Sarajevo; upon arrival panoramic sightseeing with local guide of this strong Turkish influenced place, old mosques, medresad (schools) and bazaars (markets). We shall see „War tunnel – tunnel of salvation“,

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symbol of courage and survival of people of Sarajevo during the war under Serbian siege. After the visit, free time to walk around and do some shopping. Overnight in Sarajevo.

DAY 7: SARAJEVO – MOSTAR – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning drive towards Mostar, city of contrasts and culture, nested in the deep valley of the river Neretva. The town developed in the 15th century as an Ottoman trading and frontier town and continued its growth in the Austro-Hungarian period. The ancient Turkish houses and the spectacular Old Bridge give Mostar an oriental flavor... The Old Bridge area, with its Eastern Ottoman, Mediterranean and Western European architectural features is an outstanding example of a multicultural urban settlement. After the visit we continue to Dubrovnik. Overnight in Dubrovnik

DAY 8: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column and Bell Tower Clock. In the afternoon, free time for optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers, or boat trip to the island of Lokrum. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 9: DUBROVNIK – KOTOR – CETINJE – BUDVABreakfast. Departure towards Kotor, a scenic drive towards the city in a secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor and surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period. Visit of UNESCO protected site surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period and the cathedral of St. Triphon.In the afternoon continuation to Cetinje to visit the spiritual and political seat of the Montenegrin people, a treasure of cultural and historical heritage. Two of the most representative buildings are the Monasteries of

Cetinje and Biljarda. Cetinje Monastery was built in 1701 and even though the Turks destroyed it several times, the people built it up again. After the visit, drive to Budva. Overnight in Budva.

DAY 10: BUDVA – SKADAR – TIRANABreakfast. Departure from Montengro in the morning towards Albania. On the way to Tirana, stop in Skadar, one of Albania‘s oldest cities. Drive to National Park Skadar Lake. Boat ride around the lake from Rijeka Crnojevića to Virpazar. Continuation to Tirana for overnight.

DAY 11: TIRANA – OHRIDBreakfast. City sightseeing tour of Tirana: the Sahat Kulla (Clock Tower), visit of the Ethem Bey’s Mosque and the monument of Skenderbeg, Albania‘s national hero. The Sheshi Skënderbej city’s plaza has popular clock tower and it is surrounded by famous landmarks of Tirana, such as the National History Museum and mosque of Ethem Bey and a lot of buildings with designs of Turkish architecture due to the

fact that Tirana was ruled by the Ottomans in the early 1800s. Continuation towards Macedonia, Ohrid – a city on the Eastern shore of Lake Ohrid. Ohrid is notable for having once had 365 churches, one for each day of the year, and is referred to as the Macedonian Jerusalem. The city is rich in picturesque houses and monuments, and tourism is predominant. A town of vast history and heritage, it was made a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1980. Overnight in Ohrid.

DAY 12: OHRIDBreakfast. All day on the shores of Lake Ohrid. This outstanding natural beauty is also UNESCO world cultural heritage and the place where Saint Climent and Saint Naum founded the first Slavic University and famous literal school of Ohrid. Morning tour includes the Old Town, the church of St. Sofia (11th century), the most eminent Medieval monument in Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine frescoes and St. Clement Church. Afternoon visit to monastery

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St. Naum, built on the shores of Lake Ohrid, in the year 900 AD and dedicated to the Slavic missionary and educator St. Naum of Ohrid. Return to Ohrid for overnight.

DAY 13: OHRID – SKOPJEBreakfast. Departure towards Skopje, the capital of Macedonia. Visit to the old Train station – the first train station on the Balkan, and in that time was the most beautiful object on the Balkan, The monument of Mother Teresa, The house of Mother Teresa; The Stone Bridge – monumental building in the center of the city, and the most imposing monument in our country and on the Balkan built in the beginning of the VI century, Daut Pašin Imam – monument of the Islam architecture from the XV century, The church St. Spas, built at the end of the XVII century, where are placed the relics of the great Macedonian Revolutionary Goce Delčev (1872-1903); The Fortress Kale – the most outstanding tourist attraction of Skopje. After the tour walk through the old city and market place. Overnight in Skopje.

DAY 14: SKOPJE – PRIŠTINA – NIŠBreakfast. Departure to Priština, the capital and largest city of Kosovo. Like most Balkan cities, Priština suffered bombing in the Second World War and also during the Kosovo crisis in 1999; however most damage to cultural monuments was caused by socialst planning and modern neglect. The city tour includes Faith Mosque, nearby Clock Tower (Sahat Kulla), Mother Theresa Cathedral and the Statue of Mother Theresa. After the visit, there will be free time for a pleasant stroll around the former bazaar area. In the afternoon, continuation to Niš along the road and passing through a river gorge. The visit starts with the famous Ćele Kula (Skull Tower), where you will learn about the atrocities committed by the Turks and see the unique monument to the sacrifice of Serbian revolutionaries. The next important site is in suburban Medijana, where you’ll explore an archeological site of a Roman estate. The visit of remains of an ancient villa, a granary, villas, and baths. The museum houses sculptures and portraits of Roman gods and goddesses, utensils

for daily use, and other objects unearthed at the site. After the visit, free time to walk around the central square and try some famous Serbian grill specialties. Overnight in Niš.

DAY 15: NIŠ – BELGRADEBreakfast. Departure to Belgrade, the capital and the largest city of Serbia. The city tour will start from the lively Republic Square, with a close inspection of its architectonic monuments such as the National Theatre and the National Museum. We continue along Kneza Mihaila Street in order to see a few masterpieces of Belgrade’s architecture: the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts, the Serbian Crown Palace etc. In the inner core of the Old Town you will see the National Bank Palace and the ‘Question mark sign’ Inn, visit Princess Ljubica’s Residence (currently housing a permanent exhibition of original furniture made in different styles) and the Orthodox Cathedral. In a small 19th century quarter with its narrow, cobblestone streets we will see the archaeological remains of the former National Library, destroyed in the

WWII. Along the route you will hear a lot about the history and some interesting stories about the people and events. After the visit, free afternoon for a walk and shopping. Overnight in Belgrade.

DAY 16: BELGRADE – VOJVODINA – BELGRADEBreakfast. Departure for a full-day sightseeing tour of the Vojvodina province. During the day, you will enjoy the peaceful ambience of Orthodox monasteries and tranquil Baroque villages. Visit of the enchanting 16th-century Monastery of Krušedol on Fruška Gora Mountain, a legacy of the last Serbian despot family of Srem Branković. Then we will continue to the small town of Sremski Karlovci, famous for its numerous wine cellars. A stop for wine tasting in a family run cellar, where the tradition of wine-making stretches back through generations. The next sight is Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, located on the banks of the Danube River. Its Clock Tower is one of the city’s most famous sights, sometimes is also referred to as the “Drunk Clock.” Free time to walk around Novi Sad, an important trading center in the 18th and 19th centuries, as well as the heart of Serbian culture, earning the nickname of the “Athens of Serbia.” Return to Belgrade for overnight.

DAY 17: BELGRADE – OSIJEK – ZAGREBBreakfast. Depart from Belgrade towards Osijek. The city tour starts with the old Baroque citadel – Tvrđa. Local guide will revive the vivid history of this area through visit to the monumental buildings of the citadel, stories about battles, fairs, unfortunate romances... We continue to the city centre by walking through European Avenue – one of the most beautiful art noveau streets in this part of Europe. The central square will reveal the modern Osijek and its curiosities; afterwards we continue to the Promenade – a long pedestrian zone by the Drava River. Free time in this ideal location for a coffee break or a cold drink on one of the numerous terraces. Return to Zagreb for overnight.

DAY 18: ZAGREBBreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Zagreb.

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DAY 1: VENICE Arrive in Venice airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Mestre / Marghera. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight.

DAY 2: VENICE – OPATIJA Breakfast and departure to Venice, called “Serenissima” and “The Queen of the Adriatic”, one of the most glorified and romantic cities in the world and thus one of the most desired destinations. Founded in the 5th century and gradually spread over 118 islets, intersected by canals, linked by some 400 bridges which make an impression of a floating city, Venice became the world’s most powerful maritime force in the 10th century. The entire city is an incredible architectural masterpiece; the works of some of the world’s most prominent artists like Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, etc., can be found even in its smallest buildings. This romantic city is a labyrinth of waterways, walkways, small squares and narrow streets. Museums and public buildings offer a glimpse of the rich Venetian history, architectural

wonders abound, quaint cafes line the walkways and shopping opportunities are endless. A pleasant boat ride of around twenty minutes will take us to this magnificent city for a sightseeing tour: St. Mark’s Square with its famous Basilica – one of the finest examples of Byzanthine architecture in the world, the Bell Tower, the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. After the visit you can enjoy your free time in individual activities, have lunch, and take an optional gondola ride. There will be some time to explore or perhaps visit a glass blowing factory where you will see the demonstration of a traditional Venetian glass blowing. Enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop, have a drink in one of the elegant cafes in the square or stroll along the Rialto Bridge. In the afternoon we continue to Opatija for overnight.

DAY 3: OPATIJA – NATIONAL PARK PLITVICE – ZADARBreakfast. Departure to Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia. The area of

Plitvice Lakes was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. It is breathtakingly beautiful with its 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and surrounded by dense forests. It will take us almost 4 hours to explore the area by electric boat and minibus and you will need a great deal of film to record a fraction of the beauty around you. In the afternoon we continue to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 4: ZADAR – SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of the old town with its pre-Romanesque church that dates from around the 9th century which is a symbol of Zadar. Right in front of the Church of St. Donat are the remains of the Roman forum dating from the 1st century BC. At the end of the Western Quay is Zadar’s newest feature, the Sea Organ.Afternoon drive towards Split – a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. The city grew around the palace-house of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, born in the 3rd century. Today within the grounds of the ancient Diocletian’s Palace one can admire a beautiful mixture of all styles that makes this city unique and unforgettable. We shall see Diocletian’s Palace (3rd century), the Peristyle, the Cathedral of St. Domnius the patron of the town and the Jupiter’s Temple. Overnight in Split.

DAY 5: SPLIT – MOSTAR – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning drive towards Mostar, city of contrasts and culture, nested in the deep valley of the river Neretva. The town developed in the 15th century as an Ottoman trading and frontier town and continued it’s growth in the Austro-Hungarian period. The ancient Turkish houses and the spectacular Old Bridge give Mostar an oriental flavor... The Old Bridge area, with its Eastern Ottoman, Mediterranean and Western European architectural features is an outstanding example of a multicultural urban settlement. In the afternoon we continue to Dubrovnik for overnight.

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DAY 6: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column, Bell Tower Clock and the Sponza Palace. In the afternoon, we shall have free time for individual visits and leisure. There will be plenty of time for an optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 7: DUBROVNIK – KOTOR – CETINJE – BUDVABreakfast. Departure towards Kotor, a scenic drive towards the city in a secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor and surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period. Visit of UNESCO protected site surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period and the cathedral of St. Triphon.In the afternoon continuation to Cetinje to visit the spiritual and political seat of the Montenegrin people, a treasure of cultural and historical heritage. Two of the most

representative buildings are the Monasteries of Cetinje and Biljarda. Cetinje Monastery was built in 1701 and even though the Turks destroyed it several times, the people built it up again. After the visit, drive to Budva for overnight.

DAY 8: BUDVA – SKADAR – TIRANABreakfast. Departure from Montenegro in the morning towards Albania. On the way to Tirana, stop in Skadar, one of Albania‘s oldest cities. Drive to National Park Skadar Lake. Boat ride around the lake from Rijeka Crnojevića to Virpazar. Continuation to Tirana for overnight.

DAY 9: TIRANA – OHRIDBreakfast. City sightseeing tour of Tirana: the Sahat Kulla (Clock Tower), visit of the Ethem Bey’s Mosque and the monument of Skenderbeg, Albania‘s national hero. The Sheshi Skënderbej city’s plaza has popular clock tower and it is surrounded with famous landmarks of Tirana, such as the National History Museum and mosque of Ethem Bey and a lot of buildings with designs of Turkish architecture due to the fact that Tirana was ruled by the Ottomans in the early 1800s. Continuation towards Macedonia, Ohrid – a city on the Eastern shore of Lake Ohrid. Ohrid is notable for having once had 365 churches, one for each day of the year, and is referred to as the Macedonian Jerusalem. The city is rich in picturesque houses and monuments, and tourism is predominant. A town of vast history

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and heritage, it was made a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1980. Overnight in Ohrid.

DAY 10: OHRIDBreakfast. All day on the shores of Lake Ohrid. This outstanding natural beauty is also UNESCO world cultural heritage and the place where Saint Climent and Saint Naum founded the first Slavic University and famous literal school of Ohrid. Morning tour includes the Old Town, the church of Santa Sofia (11th century), the most eminent Medieval monument in Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine frescoes and St. Clement Church. Afternoon visit to monastery St. Naum, built on the shores of Lake Ohrid, in the year 900 AD and dedicated to the Slavic missionary and educator St. Naum of Ohrid. Return for overnight in Ohrid.

DAY 11: OHRID – BITOLA – KALAMBAKABreakfast. In the morning departure to Bitola, once a very significant center for the different empires which occupied it. The visit of the city gives a sense of its rich past and lifestyle, including the Heraclea Lyncestis that goes back to the 4th century BC when Philip II founded Bitola. In Heraclea, there we also be the chance to see thermae and the theater, which served as an arena for fighting. Another highlight is the Church of St. Dimitrija. In the afternoon, continuation to Kalambaka. Overnight in the Kalambaka region.

DAY 12: KALAMBAKA – METEORA – KALAMBAKABreakfast. Visit of Meteora, one of the most spectacular places in Greece. This rare geological phenomenon is one of the mysteries of nature and there are many theories though none have been proved. The only monastery visible from Kalambaka is St. Stephen’s monastery that was founded around 1400. Nowadays it’s a nunnery and although less spectacular in comparison to others, it’s very pleasant to visit and experience warm welcome of nuns. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Kalambaka region.

DAY 13: KALAMBAKA – THERMOPYLEN – DELPHIBreakfast. Departure to Thermopylen, the location of the famous battle against Persians. The meaning of the name „Thermopyles“ is Hot Gates, from the hot water that comes out of the mountain. We will make a short stop at the Leonidas monument – where in 480 B. C. the Spartan King Leonidas, with 300 Spartans, fought against the Persian. In the afternoon, arrival in Delphi that in the ancient times was considered the center of the known world, the place where heaven and Earth met. It is the most famous for its Oracle: pilgrims would come from all over the world to pay their respects at the Temple of Apollo and seek guidance from the Oracle. Among the other sights we will visit Archaelogical Museum approached via the Scared Way, the Temple of Apollo as well as the Stadium and the Castillian Fountain, where pilgrims cleansed

themselves in preparation for consulting the Oracle. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Delphi.

DAY 14: DELPHI – ATHENSBreakfast. Departure to the Greek capital Athens, one of the oldest cities in the world of the wonderful culture that made this city a center for the arts, learning and philosophy. The visit includes major sights – Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. The National Gallery, the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, a monumental gateway resembling a Roman triumphal, the Prime Minister‘s residence, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the former Royal Palace, guarded by the colorful Evzons. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

DAY 15: ATHENSBreakfast. Continuation of the city tour with a visit of the Acropolis of Athens and its monuments, the universal symbolsof the classical civilization that form the greatest architectural and artistic complex of the Greek Antiquity in the world. Visit of the the most important monuments: the Parthenon, the Erechtheon, the Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, designed by Mnesicles and the small temple Athena Nike. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

DAY 16: ATHENSBreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Athens.

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DAY 1: VIENNAArrival at Vienna airport and transfer to hotel. Optional evening walk in teh center of Vienna. Overnight.

DAY 2: VIENNABreakfast. City tour of Vienna including State Opera, Imperial Palace, Museums of Fine Arts and Natural History, Parliament, the Burg Theatre (National Theatre), City Hall, the University, the Votive Church and the stock exchange. We will also see the Prater with the Riesenrad (giant Ferris Wheel), the beautiful blue Danube, the City Park and famous Johann Strauß monument, and the Karlsplatz with its music society and Charles’s Church. From the upper side of Belvedere Palace you can enjoy a splendid view over the entire old city of Vienna. We will walk through the Belvedere park and we will conclude the tour with a visit to Schönbrunn palace. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Vienna.

DAY 3: VIENNA – BRATISLAVA – BUDAPESTBreakfast and check out from hotel. A scenic drive to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Upon arrival guided city tour including the beauty of Old Town, landmarks and strong historical atmosphere. We will also visit the Bratislava Castle and have the chance to enter one of the most beautiful Cathedrals in Europe built in the 12th century. In the afternoon, we continue to Budapest. Optional evening walk in the city center. Overnight in Budapest.

DAY 4: BUDAPESTBreakfast. City tour with local guide. We will start discovering the beauties of Hungarian

capital: “The Pearl of the Danube”, magnificent river connecting Buda and Pest, UNESCO World Heritage. The National Parliament – major New Gothic building in Hungary – the citadel, Fishermen’s Bastion, Matthia’s Cathedral, Chained Bridge, St. Stephen’s Basilica and Heroes Square. The rest of the day at leisure for shopping and admiration of the famous porcelain „Herend“. Overnight in Budapest.

DAY 5: BUDAPEST – VARAŽDIN – ZAGREBBreakfast and check out from hotel. Departure towards Varaždin, the attractive Baroque town

jewel of harmony and piece, rich with its numerous facades, special atmosphere in its shade of alleys. Today the Fortress, known as the old Fortress, is one of the most beautiful castles in Croatia. King Bela IV had it built in the middle of the twelfth century. From the very beginning, this story of the turbulent history of Varaždin tells of a city exposed to a fruitful combination of influences from various Central European nobles. This combination led to the early construction of palaces, churches and beautiful buildings outside the Fortress. Varaždin saw its Renaissance in the

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18th century. As the seat of the Royal Council, Varaždin was also the capital of Croatia, while its image of a European metropolis helped the noblemen of Varaždin make their fashionable life more active. It was this active fashionable life that earned Varaždin the name of Little Vienna placed at the crossroad of Central Europe. Continuation to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia for overnight.

DAY 6: ZAGREB – CASTLE TRAKOŠĆAN – ZAGREBBreakfast at your hotel. In the morning, enjoy a tour of Zagreb with local guide, including the fortified Medieval Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral of St. Stephan, the Lotršćak Tower, the Stone Gate, the University and the Croatian National Theatre. After the tour some free time exploring Zagreb on your own.Afternoon excursion to Zagreb county, we will jump into the Medieval times when respectable gentlemen and nobles built their manors and castles at carefully selected locations in search of beauty and comfort. We will visit the fairytale castle – Trakošćan, the most beautiful castle in whole Croatia. Return to Zagreb for overnight.

DAY 7: ZAGREB – PLITVICE – ZADARBreakfast. Departure for Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia. The area of Plitvice Lakes was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. It is breathtakingly beautiful with its 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and surrounded by dense forests. It will take almost 4 hours to explore the area by electric boat and minibus and you will need a great deal of film to record a fraction of the beauty around you. In the afternoon continuation to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 8: ZADAR – ŠIBENIK – SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of the old town with its pre-Romanesque church that dates from

around the 9th century which is a symbol of Zadar. Right in front of the Church of St. Donat are the remains of the Roman forum dating from in the 1st century BC. At the end of the Western Quay is Zadar’s newest feature, the Sea Organ.Continuation to Šibenik. Visit of St. Jakov Cathedral the symbol of the town, a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, was being built for more than a hundred years and is a true evidence of the talent of its architectures, Juraj Dalmatinac and Nikola Firentinac. The whole cathedral was made of stone, without the use of other materials and it contains of more than 70 portraits on its apses. After the visit of Šibenik, departure to Split. Overnight in Split.

DAY 9: SPLIT – TROGIR – SPLITBreakfast. Morning city tour of the Diocletian’s Palace (3rd century) includes the Peristyle, the Cathedral of St. Domnius and the Jupiter’s Temple. In the afternoon, departure to Trogir, a picturesque Medieval town, which is also included in the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage. Visit to St. Lawrence Cathedral with its magnificent Romanesque portal dating from the 13th century. Return to Split for overnight.

DAY 10: SPLIT – MOSTAR – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning drive towards Mostar, city of contrasts and culture, nested in the deep valley of the river Neretva. The town developed in the 15th century as an Ottoman trading and frontier town and continued its growth in the Austro-Hungarian period. The ancient Turkish houses and the spectacular Old Bridge give Mostar an oriental flavor... The Old Bridge area, with its eastern Ottoman, Mediterranean and Western European architectural features is an outstanding example of a multicultural urban settlement. After the visit we continue to Dubrovnik. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 11: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column and Bell Tower Clock. In the afternoon, free time for optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers, or boat trip to the island of Lokrum. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 12: DUBROVNIK – KOTOR – CETINJE – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Departure towards Cetinje. Short stop to visit the spiritual and political seat of the Montenegrin people, a treasure of cultural and historical heritage. Two of the most representative buildings are the Monasteries of Cetinje and Biljarda. Cetinje Monastery was built in 1701 and even though the Turks destroyed it several times, the people built it up again. With a scenic drive, continuation towards Kotor located in a secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor and surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period. Visit of UNESCO protected site surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period and the cathedral of St. Triphon. After the visit, drive to Dubrovnik. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 13: DUBROVNIK – ELAFITI – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Departure for a cruise along Elafiti islands in the front of Dubrovnik. We will cruise along the islands visiting two out of three biggest Elafiti inhabited islands – Koločep or Šipan and Lopud. You will enjoy natural beauties as well as historical places. In Lopud there will be an opportunity for a swim or relaxing on beautiful beaches. Return to Dubrovnik for overnight.

DAY 14: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Dubrovnik.

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DAY 1: ZAGREBArrival at the Zagreb airport. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 2: ZAGREB – VARAŽDIN – ZAGREBAfter breakfast at the hotel, sightseeing of Zagreb which includes old town, historical centre of the town with its St. Mark’s church with famous colorful roof with Croatian coat of arm Cathedral, Upper and Lower Town and Croatian National Theatre. After visit of Zagreb continue your drive to Varaždin.

Attractive Baroque town jewel of harmony and piece, rich on its numerous facades, special atmosphere in its shade of alleys. Today the Fortress, known as the old Fortress, is one of the most beautiful castles in Croatia. King Bela IV had it built in the middle of the twelfth century. From the very beginning, this story of the turbulent history of Varaždin tells of a city exposed to a fruitful combination of influences from various Central European nobles. This combination led to the early construction of palaces, churches and beautiful buildings

outside the Fortress. Varaždin saw its Renaissance in the 18th century. As the seat of the Royal Council, Varaždin was also the capital of Croatia, while its image of a European metropolis helped the noblemen of Varaždin make their fashionable life more active. It was this active fashionable life that earned Varaždin the name of Little Vienna placed at the crossroad of Central Europe. Return to Zagreb and overnight.

DAY 3: ZAGREB – LJUBLJANA – ZAGREBAfter breakfast drive to Ljubljana, sightseeing of Ljubljana with local guide. Walking through the city centre, the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both designed by the famous architect Joze Plecnik, Baroque Town Hall and Dragon Bridge visit of Cathedral of San Nicolas. Return back to Zagreb for overnight.

DAY 4: ZAGREB – PLITVICE – ZADARBreakfast. Drive to Plitvice National Park and visit the most beautiful park in Croatia. The beauty of the National Park lies in its sixteen lakes, connected by series of waterfalls and set in deep woodland populated deers, bears, wolves and different bird species. Magnificent lakes lower and upper, visited by lake boat and small train. Lunch at local restaurant and drive to Zadar for overnight.

DAY 5: ZADAR – ŠIBENIK – SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of Zadar, beautiful Dalmatian town rich in archaeological sites

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from ancient time. We shall visit port and old town with its pre-Romanesque church that dates from around the 9th century which is a symbol of Zadar. Right in front of the Church of St. Donat are the remains of the Roman forum dating from in the 1st century BC. At the end of the Western Quay is Zadar’s newest feature, the Sea Organ. This unusual organ is powered by the wind and the sea. When the sea pushes air through the whistles, a series of melancholy chords are played. With the sound emerging through the perforated stone stairs.In the afternoon drive towards Šibenik. Visit of St. Jakov Cathedral the symbol of the town, a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, was being built for more than a hundred years and is a true evidence of the talent of its architectures, Juraj Dalmatinac and Nikola Firentinac. The whole cathedral was made of stone, without the use of other materials and it contains more than 70 portraits on its apses. Drive to Split for overnight.

DAY 6: SPLIT – TROGIR – SPLITBreakfast. Morning visit of town Split whose beauty dates since IV century B. C. when Roman emperor Diocletian decided to build his residential palace. This Roman palace is very well preserved and today attracts with its constructions and original walls but also popular place for small shops which will be visited. After that we visit the Cathedral of St. Duje which is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virigin Mary, and the bell tower to St. Domnius. Together they form the Cathedral of St. Domnius.In the afternoon drive towards Trogir, the small

Old Town so rich in history and culture that it is often referred to as a “city museum” so it is easy to see why the entire city was placed in the UNESCO world heritage list. Return to Split for overnight.

DAY 7: SPLIT – MOSTARBreakfast. Morning drive through beautiful landscape fruitful valleys to Mostar and visit of this beautiful historical centre with old stone bridge, Mosque and Turkish house. After lunch at local restaurant, sightseeing of the place with its different culture. Mixed orthodox, Muslim and Catholic influence. Overnight in Mostar.

DAY 8: MOSTAR – SARAJEVO – MOSTARAfter breakfast drive towards Sarajevo. Upon arrival panoramic sightseeing with local guide of this strong Turkish influenced place, old mosques, medresas (schools) and bazaars (markets). We shall see “War tunnel – tunnel of salvation” symbol of courage and survival of people of Sarajevo during the war 1993. under the Serbian siege. Lunch at local restaurant. Return to Mostar for overnight.

DAY 9: MOSTAR – MEĐUGORJE – POČITELJ – DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning drive to Međugorje. Upon your arrival to Međugorje the guide will take us to the tour of shrine of Our Lady Queen of Peace. The tour starts with introductory part about shrine of Our Lady Queen of Peace. The program continues with visit to: Apparition hill – place where everything started 24 of June 1981, we will hear the story about first days of the apparitions, and then you will climb Apparition hill and spend some time at the apparition site in a silent prayer. Blue cross – also a place

of many apparitions which is located at the base of the Apparition hill. After the visit, drive towards the Croatian coast with stop in small village Počitelj, the unique place included in the UNESCO World Heritage. After crossing the border, late arrival to Dubrovnik for overnight.

DAY 10: DUBROVNIKBreakfast. Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik includes visits to the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. We shall also see Orlando’s Column, Bell Tower Clock and the Sponza Palace. In the afternoon, we shall have free time for individual visits and leisure. There will be plenty of time for an optional touring on the city walls with their magnificent fortresses and towers. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 11: DUBROVNIK – KOTOR – SVETI STEFAN – TIRANABreakfast. Departure towards Kotor, a scenic drive towards the city in a secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor and surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period. Visit of UNESCO protected site surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period and the cathedral of St. Triphon. Continuation towards Tirana. On a way we make a short stop near Sveti Stefan, fabulous village-island circled by the sea. Time to have lunch at local restaurant, drive towards Albania. Overnight in Tirana.

DAY 12: TIRANA – KRUJA – TIRANABreakfast. City sightseeing tour of Tirana: the Sahat Kulla (Clock Tower), visit of the Ethem Bey’s Mosque and the monument of Skenderbeg, Albania‘s national hero. The Sheshi

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Skënderbej city’s plaza has popular clock tower and it is surrounded with famous landmarks of Tirana, such as the National History Museum and mosque of Ethem Bey and a lot of buildings with designs of Turkish architecture due to the fact that Tirana was ruled by the Ottomans in the early 1800s. After lunch at local restaurant drive to Kruja. The most important sight in Kruja is the semi-ruined citadel area, a fortress dating back to the fifth or sixth century and old bazaar. Afternoon return to the hotel. Overnight in Tirana

DAY 13: TIRANA – POGRADEC – SVETI NAUM – OHRIDBreakfast. Drive towards the interior of Albania. We will enjoy passing between the mountains with small villages. Very beautiful scenery skirting the lake Ohrid which is natural border between Albania and Macedonia. A break in Pogradec, Albanian place at the lake, after which we continue towards the Republic of Macedonia crossing the border and stoping by the lake, to visit small monastery Saint Naum, which was established in the year 905. We proceed towards

Ohrid situated on the lake shores, place strongly influenced by Otomans, declared as a world heritage site. Overnight in Ohrid.

DAY 14: OHRIDBreakfast. All day on the shores of Lake Ohrid. This outstanding natural beauty is also UNESCO world cultural heritage and the place where Saint Climent and Saint Naum founded the first Slavic University and famous literal school of Ohrid. Morning tour includes the Old Town, the Church of Santa Sofia (11th century), the most eminent Medieval monument in Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine frescoes and St. Clement Church. Afternoon visit to monastery St. Naum, built on the shores of Lake Ohrid, in the year 900 AD and dedicated to the Slavic missionary and educator St. Naum of Ohrid. Return to Ohrid for overnight.

DAY 15: OHRID – BITOLA – TIKVEŠ – SKOPJEBreakfast. Continue towards Bitola, the second biggest place in Macedonia. Many of the landmarks in Bitola date from the Ottoman rule of the city and you can certainly see the Turkish influence in the mosques, old bazaar etc. Some of the main sights of Bitola include Clocktower the symbol of the town, Turkish market, open air market, central square. We shall visit the archeological site Heraclea Lyncestisan ancient Macedonian town found by the Macedonian King Phillip II in the middle of the 4th century BC, but most of the remains that can be seen in Heraclea Lyncestis are from the Roman and the early Christian period. Drive towards Tikveš through wine district recognized as the most important wine growing region in Macedonia.

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Wine tasting and lunch in one of the most popular wine cellar. Drive towards Skopje for overnight.

DAY 16: SKOPJEBreakfast. Morning sightseeing of the capital of Macedonia. Visit to the old Train station – first train station on the Balkan, and in that time was the most beautiful object on the Balkan; The monument of Mother Teresa; The house of Mother Teresa; The Stone Bridge – monumental building in the center of the city, and the most imposing monument in our country and on the Balkan, built in the beginning of the VI century; Daut Pašin Imam – monument of the Islam architecture from the XV century; The church St. Spas, built at the end of the XVII century, where are placed the relics of the great Macedonian Revolutionary Goce Delčev (1872-1903); The Fortress Kale – the most outstanding tourist attraction of Skopje. After the tour walk through the old city and market place. Overnight in Skopje.

DAY 17: SKOPJE – MONASTERIO DE RILA – SOFIABreakfast. Drive from Macedonia towards direction Bulgaria, visit of the Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila founded in the 10th century, The Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments. It is on the World Heritage list and is considered a symbol of the 19th Century Bulgarian Renaissance which imparted Slavic values upon Rila in trying to re-establish an uninterrupted historic continuity. We shall visit church and museum, with its rich collection of old manuscripts, icons, jewelry, carved wooden

masterpieces, ethnographic expositions of tissues and carpets. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon stop at Sofia-capital of Bulgaria. Overnight in Sofia.

DAY 18: SOFIA – PLOVDIVBreakfast. Tour de Sofia the city of 7000 years of history which has numerous monuments built through different cultural and historical epochs. Visit one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in the world, Alexander Nevsky, then the Church of St. George, late Roman rotunda dated from 4th century with its Medieval frescoes dating from 12-14 centuries. Drive towards Plovdiv, the second most important place in the country across the heights of mountain Rila. Overnight in Plovdiv.

DAY 19: PLOVDIV – KAZANLAK – VELIKO TARNOVOBreakfast. Plovdiv sightseeing of the second largest city in Bulgaria, situated on the Maritsa River. Its unique location in these ancient crossroads has stimulated strong cultural and political influences from Eastern and Western civilizations, and yet maintained its unique cultural identity. Being older than most of the oldest towns like Rome, Athens, Carthage or Constantinople, an almost contemporary of Troy, its old part is called the Old Town, with houses from the National Revival period (18-19th century), and is imposing open-air museum situated the three hills of the ancient Trimontium. One of the most remarkable sights of the town, the Ancient Theatre (a well-preserved Roman theatre), is located there

and is still used for open-air performances. Drive to Kazanlak. After lunch visit the valley of the roses, which is the biggest producer of rose oil in the world. The soil and the climate in this region are quite suitable for the roses. Visit of the Historical Museum of Kazanlak with Treasury Hall, in which the newest golden, silver and bronze findings from the Thracian temple tombs in the region are exhibited. Among them is the unique golden crown of the Thracian tsar Sevt III (4th century BC) – found in the town of Sevtopolis. Afternoon drive to Veliko Tarnovo for overnight.

DAY 20: VELIKO – TARNOVO – ARBANASI – VELIKO TARNOVOBreakfast. Morning sightseeing of Veliko Tarnovo, visit the castle of the old Bulgarian capital – Tsarevets and the old city itself which is a collection of traditional Renaissance houses scattered over the hills around the river Yantra. Afternoon visit to nearby village Arbanassi on the hilltop 4 km away. It is also worth to visit the impressive church of Virgin Mary entire covered with frescoes. We shall visit also one of the brightest examples of the authenticity and magnificence of the Arbanassi houses is the Konstantsaliev’s house, marvelous example of the 17. st. architecture. Overnight in Veliko Tarnovo.

DAY 21: VELIKO TARNOVO – SOFIABreakfast. Drive towards Sofia. Day at leisure. Overnight in Sofia.

DAY 22: SOFIABreakfast. Transfer to the airport of Sofia.

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