K0807-14DZAGBEG • Operated by Kompas Holidays
Zagreb to Belgrade
14 Days • Zagreb → Bled → Plitvice Lakes → Split → Dubrovnik → Mostar → Sarajevo → Belgrade
A fourteen-day exploration from Zagreb across Croatia and the Adriatic to the Balkan capital of Belgrade.
Tour Spotlights
- Zagreb
- Ljubljana
- Bled
- Postojna Cave
- Plitvice Lakes
- Split
- Dubrovnik
- Mostar
- Sarajevo
- Belgrade
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Zagreb, Croatia
On arrival at Zagreb airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is free. Meet your fellow travelers tonight for a welcome drink at your hotel. (WD)
Day 2
Zagreb
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to see the countryside. (B)
Day 3
To Ljubljana & Bled
After breakfast, travel to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Enjoy a walking tour of the old city center, highlighting the picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, the Baroque Town Hall, and Robba’s Fountain. Continue onward to Bled. (B, D)
Day 4
Bled
Nestled beside an Alpine lake and surrounded by high peaks, Bled was "discovered" by travelers in the mid-19th century. Today, it is a vibrant, year-round resort. A sightseeing tour includes the charming town, lakeshore, and imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff above the lake. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion visiting the small island in the middle of the lake, browse through the shops and boutiques, or simply relax and enjoy the enchanting scenery. (B)
Day 5
To Postojna, Opatija and Plitvice Lakes
Today’s journey continues to Postojna, home to one of Europe’s largest cave systems. Explore this fascinating underground world aboard a miniature electric train. Then, travel to the elegant seaside town of Opatija and enjoy a walking tour of this once-fashionable 19th-century resort, known for its Habsburg-era villas. After some free time, continue to Plitvice Lakes. (B, D)
Day 6
To Split
After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of the lower lakes in Plitvice Lakes National Park, a stunning natural wonder with sixteen terraced lakes connected by cascading waterfalls and surrounded by lush forest. After the tour, head to Split. Overnight in Split. (B, D)
Day 7
Split
This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Split’s historic inner city, centered around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore remnants of Roman architecture, as well as Renaissance and Gothic structures, including Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The afternoon is free to stroll through the charming streets or relax at the beach. (B)
Day 8
To Dubrovnik
After breakfast travel to Dubrovnik. Day at leisure. (B, D)
Day 9
Dubrovnik
After breakfast, on a walking tour of Old Dubrovnik, visit the Rector’s Palace, and see the Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery, and the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is free, or join us for an optional dinner excursion. (B)
Day 10
To Mostar and Sarajevo
Travel along a scenic route to Mostar for a walking tour of the city’s highlights, including the iconic Old Bridge, built by the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century, the old bazaar, a mosque, and a traditional Turkish house. Continue to Bosnia’s capital, Sarajevo. (B, D)
Day 11
Sarajevo
Today, take a guided tour of Sarajevo and learn about its unique and layered history. Highlights include Baščaršija Square, Gazi Husrev-bey’s Mosque, Austro-Hungarian architecture, and the Latin Bridge, site of the assassination that sparked World War I. The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 12
To Belgrade, Serbia
Today we travel to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. Dinner and overnight in Belgrade. (B, D)
Day 13
Belgrade
Your morning sightseeing tour includes a visit to the imposing Kalemegdan Fortress, dramatically set at the confluence of the Sava and Danube Rivers. You’ll also see Republic Square and Knez Mihailova Street, Saint Sava Temple, the largest Orthodox church in the city, and Tito’s Memorial. Afternoon and evening at leisure. (B)
Day 14
Depart Belgrade
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Belgrade airport for your departure flight. (B)
Included Features
- Selected class hotels
- Arrival transfer from Zagreb airport on day 1
- Departure transfer to Belgrade airport on day 14
- Breakfast daily and 6 dinners
- Welcome drink on day 1
- Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Professional Tour Director throughout
- Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
- Whisper technology enhanced touring
- Service charges and hotel taxes
- Sightseeing tours in Zagreb, Ljubljana, Bled, Postojna Cave, Plitvice Lakes, Split, Dubrovnik, Mostar, Sarajevo and Belgrade
Hotels
- Zagreb: Hotel Westin or similar
- Bled: Hotel Kompas / Bled Rose or similar
- Plitvice: Hotel Jezero or similar
- Split: Hotel Corner or similar
- Dubrovnik: Hotel City or similar
- Sarajevo: Hotel Europe or similar
- Belgrade: Hotel Moskva or similar