Rialto Bridge | Venice | Italy
FROM: USD $1,125 pp

From Venice discover the coastal town of Opatija and the glorious Plitvice Lakes before ending in stunning Split in time to start your Croatian sailing cruise.

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Itinerary
Prices & Dates
Hotels
Covid Safe Guide

Trip Highlights

Opatija - discover the delights of this beautiful 19th-century seaside resort on the Kvarner Riviera
Split - uncover the highlights of this vibrant and historic port city on the Dalmatian Coast
Plitvice Lakes - take a scenic walk through this stunning national park which consists of 16 crystalline lakes all connected by a series of cascades and waterfalls
Venice - explore this beautiful canal city independently

Included

Guided sightseeing in Opatija, Plitvice Lakes and Split
Arrival transfer from hotels in the Venice area (excluding Venice Island hotels) or from Venice Airports (Marco Polo or Treviso), Santa Lucia Train Station or Tronchetto Bus Station
3 nights 4 star accommodation
Transportation in a private air conditioned vehicles
Breakfast daily and 1 dinner

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - An entirely personal gesture
Entrance fees to sites other than those listed

Itinerary

Day 1

Venice

Wednesday. Venice - Opatija. Upon arrival into Venice international airport or Venice train station you will be met and transferred by road to the attractive coastal resort of Opatija on the Croatian Riviera. A transfer is also offered at 11am from Tronchetto Bus Station or from hotels in the Venice area (excluding Venice Island). After hotel check-in there's free time to relax before dinner this evening.
Overnight: Opatija  |  Dinner

Day 2

Opatija

This morning we have a short guided tour of Opatija, a famous summer and winter resort of the 19th century Austro-Hungarian elite such as Willhelm II, Franz Josef, Gustav Mahler and Isadora Duncan, which is dotted with stunning Hapsburg era villas. Learn about the rich history of Opatija as we explore the town with our guide, taking in its beautiful architecture, parks and fountains. We'll pass the beautiful Villa Angiolina and while strolling along Lungomare promenade we'll see the Croatian Walk of Fame, inspired by the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which honours famous Croatians in fields ranging from science to sport. The rest of the day is free for you to continue exploring the town or head to the beach to enjoy some rest and relaxation.
Overnight: Opatija  |  Breakfast

Day 3

Plitvice Lakes

Opatija - Plitvice Lakes - Split. We bid farewell to Opatija this morning and travel to the spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. This stunning national park consists of 16 lakes all connected by a series of waterfalls. Discover the beautiful scenery on a 3 hour walk across walkways and around the turquoise blue waters. Later we'll enjoy a boat ride on Kozjak Lake, the largest and lowest lake in the national park. After experiencing this pristine setting we take a street train back to the entrance.

Departing Plitvice Lakes we continue our journey to Split and arrive in the early evening. After hotel check-in spend the rest of the evening at leisure in this vibrant city, where you can enjoy a taste of Dalmatian life.
Overnight: Split  |  Breakfast

Day 4

Split

Saturday. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of Split including the Diocletian Palace, originally built as a retirement palace in the 4th century for the Roman Emperor, the remaining architecture forms roughly half of the old town of Split. In 1979 the historical old town of Split was granted World Heritage status by Unesco. We return to our hotel later this morning before checking out.
Breakfast

Continue your tour with a cruise

This tour ends in Split on a Saturday which is the perfect time to join one of our Croatia Sailing holidays like Sailing Split, Adriatic Explorer, Creme de la Croatia and Jewels of the Adriatic departing from Split.

Prices & Dates

'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable to those who don’t have anyone to share a room with or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room.

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This tour departs on Wednesdays and Sundays
Dates
Twin / Share
Single Room
26th Jan 2022 - 6th Apr 2022
Unavailable during this period.
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USD $1125
USD $1395

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

Hotel Palace Bellevue , Opatija

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

Ideally situated just a stone’s throw from the beach Hotel Palace Bellevue is an ideal base for a relaxing stay in Opatjia. The hotel, housed in a beautiful historical building, boasts a blend of tradition and modernity with amenities such as flat screen TV’s and an indoor swimming pool. The bedrooms are decorated in subtle pastel colours and luxurious furnishings with private ensuite bathrooms. A large terrace offers al fresco dining during the evening.

Hotel Bristol, Opatija

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

The Hotel Bristol has been carefully restored to its former glory. This hotel is set in an imposing building of imperial Austro-Hungarian architecture, looking out across Angiolina Park to the Adriatic Sea. Spacious, bright and well decorated rooms offer free wifi and ensuite facilities. The restaurant serves delicious local and international dishes on a terrace with a stunning view.

Hotel Cornaro, Split

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

A seamless fusion of traditional and modern, Hotel Cornaro is well known for its professional and friendly service, with an enviable location right in the heart of the city. Diocletian's Palace and the Split City Museum are a 2 and 8 minute walk from the hotel, respectively. The rooms are stylishly decorated with large beds and elegant furnishings and flat screen TV’s. At this hotel you’ll find an inviting rooftop bar which offers wine tasting of local Croatian wines.

In Brief

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Venice
Ends
Split
Departs
Wednesdays & Sundays
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 38
Hotel Rating
4 star
Tour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour guide
Meals
Breakfast: 3, Dinner: 1
Visiting
Opatija, Split, Venice, Plitvice Lakes
Countries
The Maiden and the Seagull Statue in Opatija Croatia
Boardwalk winding through the Plitvice National Park
View of the main strip of Split, lined with palm trees along the waterfront
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