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East of Europe and Venice

East of Europe and Venice

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Europamundo's "East of Europe and Venice" is a 12-day guided tour that offers an immersive experience through several European countries, culminating in the enchanting city of Venice.

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  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • Boat: to Lokrum Island in Dubrovnik, Tour around Bled´s Lake, To the area of St Marks in Venice.
  • City tour in : Vienna, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Split, Ljubljana, Venice.
  • Evening Transfer: Town hall in Vienna.
  • Ticket admission: Jajce Waterfall in Jajce, Franciscan Monastery and Dubrovnik Cathedral , Diocletian´s Palace in Split, Plitvice Lakes National Park (including boat or train rides), Postjona Caves, Murano glasswork in Venice.
  • 7 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik, Split, Opatija, Ljubljana.
  • Air Ticket
  • Visa
  • Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Laundry and Tips

Tour Plan

Day 01 Vienna.-

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

Day 02 Vienna.-

Today, we’ll go on a sightseeing tour of this impressive city with a local expert. We’ll explore its majestic avenues, palaces, and vibrant city center. Next, we’ll head to Schönbrunn Palace, where visitors can stroll around and enjoy its beautiful gardens. In the evening, we’ll visit the City Hall Square where you can experience the nightlife in the nearby streets and have dinner.

Day 03 Vienna - Maribor - Zagreb.-

We’ll leave Vienna for a journey of great scenic beauty, traveling through the mountains to Slovenia. Our first stop will be in Maribor, where we’ll take a short stroll around the cathedral and castle. We’ll then continue to Croatia, arriving in Zagreb by lunchtime. In the afternoon, a local guide will take us on a panoramic tour, allowing us to admire the city’s two hills, the upper town, and the new districts of Croatia´s capital. Dinner will be included.

Day 04 Zagreb - Banja Luka - Jajce - Sarajevo.-

We’ll depart early in the morning to travel to Bosnia. Border formalities may take some time. As we drive through certain areas, we’ll be reminded of the tragic war of the 1990s. Our journey will take us through the majority-Serb territory of Bosnia, with our first stop in Banja Luka. Here, you’ll have time to explore the capital of the autonomous entity of Republika Srpska, the second largest city in Bosnia after Sarajevo, known for its fortress and Orthodox cathedral. There will be time for lunch. We’ll then continue to Jajce, arguably the most beautiful town in Bosnia, celebrated for its cultural diversity, mosque, fortress, and impressive waterfall (admission included). After some time to explore, we’ll proceed to Sarajevo, arriving in the evening. You’ll have the opportunity to stroll through the historic center and visit the charming Bazaar, an old Ottoman market renowned for its architecture, oriental ambiance, and traditional shops. Dinner will be included.

Day 05 Sarajevo - Mostar - Dubrovnik Cavtat.-

In the morning, we’ll enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in Sarajevo, a captivating city known as the ¨Jerusalem of Europe¨ due to its coexistence of several religions. Mosques, churches, and synagogues showcase its rich religious diversity. We’ll explore the old town´s strong Ottoman influence, highlighted by a magnificent mosque over 500 years old and a beautiful fountain. After our visit, we’ll continue through an area of stunning beauty to Mostar, with its enchanting historic center and iconic stone bridge that separates the Orthodox, Muslim, and Catholic communities. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll through the city. We’ll then proceed to Croatia, where border procedures may take a while. We’ll arrive in Dubrovnik at the end of the day. Dinner will be included.

Day 06 Dubrovnik - Cavtat.-

We’ll enjoy a panoramic tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide in the morning. We will undoubtedly be in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, perched on a cliff, surrounded by walls and kissed by the Adriatic Sea. Its intact historic center is a jewel of world architectural heritage. We’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a stunning view of the city from a scenic viewpoint along the road. The tour includes tickets to the Franciscan Monastery, home to the oldest pharmacy in Europe, and the Assumption Cathedral. We’ll also take a boat trip to Lokrum, a small island just 15 minutes away that is home to the ruins of an eleventh-century Benedictine monastery, a popular setting for the series Game of Thrones. Afterward, you’ll have free time to explore at your leisure before returning to the hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner will be included.

Note: On some occasions, accommodation may be in Cavtat, a coastal town near Dubrovnik. From November to March, there is no boat service to Lokrum, so we will not visit the island during these months.

Day 07 Dubrovnik - Ston - Split.-

We’ll set off in the morning, traveling along the stunning Croatian coastline, which features breathtaking seascapes and islands. Our first stop will be in Ston, a picturesque town boasting one of the longest walls in the world. As we continue through beautiful landscapes, we’ll cross the impressive Pelješac Bridge over the sea. We’ll arrive in Split at midday and enjoy a tour with a local guide, including admission to Diocletian’s Palace. We’ll explore this vast Roman palace, with its labyrinthine streets and stunning sea views. Dinner will be included.

Day 08 Split - Plitvice - Opatija.-

We’ll travel to the interior region of Croatia, passing through beautiful hilly landscapes until we arrive at Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you’ll be able to admire its lakes and waterfalls, walk along the scenic trails, or take a boat ride on the lakes´ waters. Tickets are included for either a boat ride or a train ride. After lunch, we’ll head back to the coast, traveling north. Upon reaching Opatija, you´ll have dinner (included) and settle into your accommodation in this charming resort town known for its great atmosphere.

Note: Occasionally, due to weather conditions or high numbers of tourists, it may not be possible or advisable to use the train or boat in Plitvice.

Day 09 Opatija - Postojna - Bled - Ljubljana.-

Today we’ll travel to Slovenia. Our first stop will be Postojna Cave, one of the world’s largest caves, which we will partially tour by train. Next, we’ll head to Bled, a picturesque postcard-perfect town on the shore of Lake Bled. We’ll go on a boat trip to reach its island, where the monastery’s bell tower stands out at the foot of the medieval castle. Our journey will continue to Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana, where we’ll take a guided tour to learn more about this little Central European capital city. Dinner will be included.

Day 10 Ljubljana - Venice.-

Enjoy free time in the morning in Ljubljana, where you can explore the charming center of this little capital. In the afternoon, we’ll head to the Adriatic Sea and cross the border into Italy. We’ll arrive in Venice in the evening and stay in the Mestre district.

Day 11 Venice.-

In the morning, we’ll provide a boat transfer to Venice, a city built on over 100 islands connected by more than 400 bridges. The boat will drop us off at the St. Mark´s area. We’ll go on a walking tour with a local guide through the city of canals (included). Afterwards, you´ll have free time to explore on your own. In the afternoon, you can enjoy an optional gondola ride along the canals.

Day 12 Venice.-

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

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