Tour B-113

For first-time visitor

Discover the newest hot destination and culinary frontier! You will be surprised how good it is

8-day tour of must-see sites, exceptional gourmet food and wine in Croatia Including 8 of 10 “must-see” sites plus truffle hunting safari, truffle cooking demo and more

See how did CNN’s Anthony Bourdain survived his Croatian culinary “ordeal” http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xqcg4o_anthony-bourdain-no-reservations-croatian-coast_travel

Welcome to Croatia! You are just about to take one of the most memorable trips to beautiful country that for many years was under the radar. Croatia is truly wonderful destination and offers almost everything: rich history, culture, arts, architecture, ancient monuments (7 UNESCO sites), beautiful countryside, Adriatic Sea with its beautiful and rugged Dalmatian Coast and more than 1 200 islands, ideal Mediterranean climate, gourmet food, excellent wines and wonderful, warm and friendly people. Until 1991 Croatia was part of former Yugoslavia along with 6 other new countries: Serbia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Slovenia and Kosovo. Bloody Balkan conflict of 1991-95 that took more than 250 000 lives, caused the break-up of Yugoslavia and 7 new countries were born. Croatia and Slovenia eventually became part of the EU while the other 5 are still struggling and trying to meet EU’s strict admission criteria. Slovenia converted to Euro currency while Croatia stayed on its original monetary system and “Kuna” (HRK) is still the official currency. You will be surprised how inexpensive and how beautiful Croatia is. Typical comment by first time visitor is: ”WOW! I did not know that Croatia is so beautiful and that has so much to offer.” We hope you will find our country beautiful and will enjoy your trip. Mediterra and its staff will do utmost everything to make your trip one of the most memorable ones. Thank you for trusting us your travel arrangements.

YOUR ITINERARY We have created worry-free travel arrangements for you and we truly appreciate the opportunity. Please note that we will take good care of you and will be “hovering” during the entire trip. The minute you land in our country, we will be there for you and will virtually “hold your hand” during the entire trip. Our local Croatian office staff and manager Mrs. Sanya Janes whose personal cell phone you will have (supplied with your final documents), will be available to you 7/24 for any assistance or questions you might have. She will check with you almost on daily basis to make sure you are completely satisfied and well taken care off. For any issues, no matter where you will be, for any question, emergencies of any kind, dining suggestions and dining and concert reservations, problems of any kind and for anything else, Sanya will be your main contact. Please feel free to contact her any time.

About Mediterra: Mediterra DMC is leading luxury tour operator to Croatia, with distinct and unparalleled service that leaves clients with WOW! Impressions. Several of our signature services are completely new in the industry. Our “Total Care” service: Mediterra Manager in Croatia checks with every client (or group leader) every day making sure

everything is fine and according to the plan. Clients can request any additional services from manager like booking dining

reservation, concert tickets, special favors etc. Mediterra does not charge for its services but additional services from

other suppliers have its price and need to be paid on the spot. All prices will be communicated to clients before we order

them. So be assured, from the moment you land in Croatia, former Yugoslavia or anywhere where we operate in the

Mediterranean, we will be “holding your hands” during the entire trip.

Steve Alexis Steve Alexis was born in the former Yugoslavia and he has spent almost his entire professional life in the travel industry. In 2010, he formed his own tour company Mediterra with offices in Santa Monica, CA, Ljubljana, Slovenia and Zagreb, Croatia specializing in creating customized travel arrangements for travel to countries of the former Yugoslavia and the Mediterranean basin countries. He is seasoned traveler and spends his time between the US and Mediterranean countries.

About Mediterra “Cousins”: Several years ago, a happy couple who took Mediterra Croatian vacation returned to the US with unforgettable memories and pleasant experience. Mediterra Croatian staff and guides made this possible. Clients commented their experience with our guides… ”we felt so comfortable and close with these people who went out of their way to make us feel like at home. We felt like we are having our cousins taking us around and we actually started calling them cousins.” So please when you meet our guides, feel free to call them cousins. Actually, their name tags say “Cousin…”.

ITINERARY Day 1-FRI DEPARTURE FROM USA Depart from USA/Canada to Zagreb, Croatia. NOTE: There are no direct, non-stop flights from North America to Zagreb and at least one stop and change of planes will be required in Europe. Mediterra expert staff will be happy to assist with air portion. Day 2-SAT ARRIVAL IN ZAGREB Welcome to Croatia and welcome to Zagreb, the capital! Mediterra representative will meet you and assist at ZAG airport. Baggage assistance and private transfer to historic Hotel Esplanade (5-star/formerly Regent). Welcome dinner will be served at “Stari Puntijar” one of the most interesting restaurants in Zagreb. This restaurant hosted Pope John Paul II when he visited Croatia. Featured will be a selection of Croatian specialties, culinary creations reflecting the local gastronomy and presentation by

master-chef/owner Zlatko and accompanied with wine tasting some of typical Croatian, locally grown and produced wines; Grasevina, Traminer, Riesling etc. Owners of this restaurant also have one of the richest cook-books library, cooking paraphernalia and menus from all over the world. In cook book collection, they have the smallest cook book in the world; merely 1 sq. inch with some incredible recipes. Family cellar contains some of rarest wines and here chef Zlatko also performs ceremonial Champagne bottle opening with a sword. Return to hotel after this memorable dinner for overnight at Hotel Esplanade in Zagreb (by private car).

Day 3-SUN ZAGREB-OPATIJA (approx. 160 km/2.0 hr. ride) Champagne breakfast at your hotel in Zagreb. After breakfast, we will take a walking tour of Zagreb with our “cousin” Petra, your private guide. She will take to all interesting points, museums

and tell you about history of this vibrant city. Zagreb, having been under Austro-Hungarian rule for many centuries, was influenced in large measure by those rulers. The city's architecture resembles the buildings of Vienna, Budapest or Munich, thus earning it the nickname of “Little Vienna.” The Austrians also left their mark on culture, cuisine, industry and the general quality of life. The tour will include 2.0 hours visiting all the major historical and cultural attractions and points of interest, which are within walking distance in this vibrant city. We will be visiting the Croatian Museum of Naïve Art. Naïve art is very popular in Croatia and, in fact, originated in the vicinity of Zagreb about 75 years ago. According to local historians, on long winter nights when farming activity was relegated to merely feeding animals, several peasant farmers without formal education in art, ventured into depicting farm life and painting village motifs. Their art became an instant hit

and more and more of them started getting involved in painting and sculpting. Today, some of those peasant artists earn more money from their art work than they will ever earn farming. Zagreb is one of 10 “must see” places in Croatia. To learn more about Zagreb: http://www.zagreb-touristinfo.hr/&lang=en After city tour of Zagreb we will return to hotel, check out and depart to Opatija. ABOUT OPATIJA: Opatija (pron: oh-pa-tee-yah) is probably the most elegant resort town on the entire Adriatic. Upon arrival in Opatija, our local “cousin” Maria will take us on a short (1.0 hr.) walking tour of this beautiful resort town and its riviera.

Opatija was once the winter playground of European nobility in the 19th and 20th centuries. While entire Europe was covered with snow, European royalty and aristocracy flocked during the winter months to this little warm Mediterranean spa-resort town resembling Monte Carlo. Anyone who was anybody in Europe at that time had to come to Opatija. Many hotels built to accommodate that nobility are to this day still here and accommodating thousands of tourists visiting Opatija every year. Opatija is also the birthplace of scientist Leo Henrik Sternbach, the inventor of many medications and drugs including valium. To learn more about Opatija: http://www.opatija-tourism.hr/en/opatija/ 2-night accommodation in Opatija will be at 4* hotel Kvarner right on waterfront and city center. DAY 4-MON OPATIJA-PULA-ROVINJ-MOTOVUN-OPATIJA: “Circle of Istria” Excursion (with private car, driver and guide) Breakfast at hotel in Opatija After breakfast, we will take a full-day excursion “Circle of Istria” with private car and guide. We will start with Pula, home to the best preserved Roman amphitheater and our “cousin” Maria will guide you throughout this

entire excursion.

PULA is the largest city here and also the site of Roman amphitheater. During their dominance in the Mediterranean the Romans built about 35 amphitheaters. With the exception of five or six, they were all completely destroyed. While the Roman Coliseum is the biggest, Pula amphitheater is the best preserved. Its entire structure, with only a few stones missing from massive walls, the structure is standing intact centuries later. It is still today used for civic events, including the annual Croatian summer film festival. Just outside Pula, there is a small archipelago Briuni where several very beautiful islands are located. In fact, one of those islands was the summer residence of former Yugoslav president Tito. Ironically, not far from it, another island called Goli Otok (Denuded Island) used to house political prisoners, those opposing Tito’s communist regime. The joke at that time was that: “Tito did not discriminate. He treated everyone equally, including his enemies. They all spent summers on the islands”. Briuni is a short boat ride from Pula. Pula is one of 10 “must see” places in Croatia

To learn more about Pula: http://www.pulainfo.hr/en/ After brief sightseeing of Roman amphitheater (locals call it Arena), continue driving to Rovinj (30 min), the most picturesque town in whole of the Mediterranean.

ROVINJ is a typical Venetian style small town with a cathedral set on the top of the hill dominating the entire area with its tiny streets circling the hill and intersecting like a spider’s web. The town was started by the Venetians in the late 12th century and today is one of the most desired tourist destinations in Croatia. Its picturesque and charming appeal

continues to draw more and more artists every year from around the globe. We will take a brief walking tour of about 1-hour. It’s an easy to moderate walk with some steps. Bring your camera for you will want to take a picture of everything you see: streets, monuments, storefront windows, people scenes. Rovinj is one of the 10 “must see” places in Croatia. After Rovinj, we will turn to Central Istria whose fertile land was one of breadbaskets of the Old Roman Empire. In fact, they called it “Istria Nobilissima” (Bountiful Istria) for it produced almost anything the mighty Empire needed. But the real Renaissance of Istria came just at the turn of the century. It all started in 1999 when a young man by the name of Giancarlo Zigante stumbled upon the largest white truffle ever found anywhere in the world. While the normal, average size of the white truffle is no bigger than a fist and weighs just a few ounces, this one weighed almost three pounds (1.32 kg). White truffle (Tuber magnatum) and Black truffle (Tuber melanosporum) are fungi in mushroom family that grow about 4 to 10 inches under the surface of the earth. Specially trained dogs or pigs are used to detect them. Mr. Zigante was smart enough to register his find in the Guinness Book of World Records and the rest is history. He became one of the richest men in Croatia and today he is a multi-millionaire with several stores selling truffle products, olive oils and wines. He also owns one of the best restaurants specializing in truffle dishes where we will have dinner. This discovery catapulted Istria onto the world scene of gourmet destinations and it became the newest culinary frontier. Foodies and truffle lovers started flocking to the area in big numbers giving a boost to the local economy. What visitors who came for truffles also discovered was some of the best wines, olive oils and prosciutto. Hundreds of small, boutique wineries sprouted up quickly. Numerous olive oil producers today sell some of the world's best olive oils. As part of exploring the delights of this area, you will travel along the route of several wineries. The entire Central Istria was nicknamed “Croatian Tuscany” since it is very reminiscent of that famous Italian region around Chianti equally known for having a large variety of wine and olive oil. As one of our past customers put it, “if you like Tuscany, you’ll love Istria.” We will stop at one of truffle lodges and try our luck with truffle hunting. A professional truffle hunter with their dogs will take us in the forest where truffles are usually found. In most cases they find something and you will see how unearthing and taming the dogs is done.

After truffle hunt we will settle for a truffle lunch with local wine tasting. You will have a chance to try many different specialties made with truffles. There will be also a brief cooking demonstration and instructions how to cook with truffles. The Lodge also has a small deli/souvenir shop where various truffle products and local wine and olive oils can be purchased.

After lunch, we will visit charming town of Motovun. Little town of Motovun perched on the top of a hill is the crown of the Central Istria. Motovun BTW is birthplace of Indi car racer Mario Andretti Sr. who was born here in 1940 while the town was under

Italian ruling. Thus, he is claimed by Italy as a native sun as well. We will visit the house of his birth (unfortunately, not open to the public).

After all these exciting experiences, we will return to Opatija for overnight. Day 5-TUE OPATIJA-PLITVICE LAKES-ZADAR (approx. 286 km/5.0 hours effective driving) Early morning breakfast and check-out from hotel in Opatija. After breakfast, departure to Plitvice Lakes National Park (pron.: pleet-vee-tseh) and arrive in time for lunch. After lunch you can take a leisurely, self-guided walk along the lakes and enjoy the natural beauty of the setting. This will be a welcome change of scenery and pace, a marked contrast from the urban hustle and bustle with its noisy traffic and crowded streets. Well maintained paths, wooden boardwalks and bridges make it easy to walk around. PLITVICE LAKES: Imagine sixteen pristine lakes set one above the other, connected by exploding waterfalls and cascades and all nestled in a jungle-like environment, resplendent with a green native landscape. This unique natural endowment was proclaimed a UNESCO world heritage monument, the only natural monument in Croatia under UNESCO’s protection. Not to be missed! It is one of 10 “must see” places in Croatia and in Europe. There are several restaurants and eateries within the Park and lunch here is on your own. To learn more about Plitvice Lakes: http://www.tzplitvice.hr/ We will depart Plitvice in late afternoon in time to catch “the most spectacular sunset in Zadar”, as Alfred Hitchcock said once. Check-in at boutique hotel Bastion. Overnight at hotel in Zadar.

Day 6-WED ZADAR-SIBENIK-TROGIR-SPLIT – by private car (2.5 hr. total driving time) Breakfast at hotel in Zadar. Our “cousin” Paula in Zadar will meet you at your hotel and will take you on a 2.0 hr. walking tour of Zadar visiting Sea Organs, Salute to the Sun, Roman monuments and St. Donatus Cathedral. We will check out from hotel in Zadar and drive to Sibenik (1.0 hr.) and make a brief stop to see St. James (Sv. Jakov) Cathedral, a UNESCO site. After Sibenik, another brief stop in medieval town of Trogir, yet another UNESCO site. The entire town is situated on a small island of Ciovo (pron. Chee-oh-vo) just 50 feet from the mainland and connected by a single arch stone bridge. Continue to Split, just 20 minutes away. Accommodations in Split will be at the boutique hotel Vestibul Palace within the walls of this historic Diocletian’s Palace and in the very heart of city. After check-in, balance of evening is free in Split. Mediterra local staff will be on hand to assist with suggestions and dining reservations. Overnight at boutique hotel Jupiter Palace in Split.

Day 7-THU SPLIT

Breakfast at hotel in Split. After breakfast, our local “cousin” Ivitza will meet you and take you on 2.0 hour walking tour of this historic Palace and surrounding area of Split center. Balance of day free in split after city tour.

ABOUT SPLIT: Split is the largest city on the Dalmatian Coast and is Dalmatia’s economic, political and cultural center. However, Split is best known for Diocletian’s Palace. Diocletian's Palace (Croatian:

Dioklecijanova palača http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diocletian%27s_Palace) was built in Split by the Roman emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th century AD. Roman Emperor Diocletian started building this massive palace in 305 AD in preparation for his retirement. It lies in a bay on the south side of a short peninsula jutting out from the Dalmatian coast, four miles from Salona, then capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia. Unfortunately, the Emperor never lived long enough to enjoy this beautiful structure. The Palace stood for a century unused, neglected and exposed to the elements. Invading tribes from Asia and Asia Minor looted the palace each time they came through this area. Eventually it got almost completely destroyed except for the outside walls and a few interior structures. When the Slavic tribes (Croats) moved into this area in 7th century AD, they saw an opportunity to settle here by using building material piled up in the destroyed palace. So, they started building their houses and habitats within the walls of the old Palace. Thus, even today there are more than 100 houses and structures within the

Palace, and presently, in excess of 500 Split residents have their residencies within the Palace. There are also 5 little boutique hotels within this historic structure. The main promenade, which is closed to vehicle traffic, runs along the South wall which is dotted with cafes and restaurants. This is the superior place to sit over drinks or coffee and watch the people scene. There are also four boutique hotels within the palace including the one where you're staying. Since the Palace is in the heart of the city and no traffic enters the Palace nor is allowed in the city center, walking is the only means of transportation. Diocletian Palace is one of Croatia’s 7 UNESCO Heritage Monuments and one of the 10 “must see” places in Croatia. Split is also home to the Mestrovic (pron.: mesh-tro-vich) Gallery. Ivan Mestrovic was a Croatian peasant sculptor who eventually came to the United States and taught sculpture at Syracuse and Notre Dame Universities where he died in 1962. He was extremely talented and by some accounts, even Rodin acquired some of Mestrovic’s sculptures for his private collection. Many of his works are held by collectors or in private galleries in countries scattered throughout the world. The two Indian warriors (the Bowman and the Spearman) in Chicago’s Grant Park are works of this talented artist. The Croatian government was able to collect about 100 of his art works and they are today on permanent exhibition, which is open to the public at the Mestrovic Gallery just outside of Split city center. A must-see exhibition. To learn more about Split: http://www.split.info/

Overnight at the boutique hotel Vestibul within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace in Split.

Day 8-FRI SPLIT-STON-DUBROVNIK - by private car (approx. 141 mi/3.5 h. driving) Buffet breakfast at the hotel in Split. After breakfast, we will again forge ahead toward Dubrovnik with a stop for lunch in the little Mediterranean town of Ston. STON is an enchanting medieval town on the Mediterranean coast, just north of Dubrovnik, and it used to be the summer playground of wealthy Dubrovnik patrons. Well preserved, beautiful mansions are still in use by local residents. Ston is today known as one of the biggest oyster, mussel and other shellfish farms in the Adriatic. Miles and miles of lines holding nets filled with different shellfish species stretch in the blue and clear waters of Stone Bay. This area in and around the peninsula Peljesac is also known as the fertile ground for the grape that produces the brand called “Mali Plavac” that is actually the “great grandfather” of the popular Zinfandel

wine. Napa Valley renowned vintner Mike Grgich (Grgich Hill Estate Winery in Napa) is from this part of Croatia and he produces wines from local grapes at his Peljesac Grgich Croatian Winery. Mike Grgich was adamant that Napa’s zinfandel originally came from his native Peljesac peninsula while the rest of Napa's wine experts believed that it came from Sicily. To prove his theory, Grgich commissioned Davis University to do research on this issue. And Davis’ experts after extensive study and DNA testing established that Napa's zinfandel came from Sicily but Sicilian zinfandel came from Mike’s Peljesac. So both camps proved to be correct. Grgich Napa wines are frequently served at White House official state dinners. We will stop in Ston for a special experience. We will take a boat ride to one of the shellfish farms and pull out a net full of fresh growing oysters and mussels and taste them right there on the spot; straight from

the water. Expert on shellfish growing and cultivation will be on hand to explain the entire growing process of each type of shells and will pull out nets filled with shellfish at different stages of their growth. After this experience, we will settle in a nice restaurant owned by shellfish farmer for leisurely and delightful shellfish and seafood lunch. Following the lunch and shellfish feast we will visit local salt plantation and make a trip (2.0 hr. additional time) to Grgich Croatian winery (optional and subject to time availability). After Grgich we will continue to Dubrovnik (about a 2.0 hour drive), our ultimate destination. We will check in at beautiful boutique Hotel More (pron.: moh-reh and means “The Sea” in the Croatian language). Hotel More is 5* boutique hotel set on the cliff right above the water. During construction, they stumbled upon a huge underground cave. Instead of destroying this beautiful cave and erecting the hotel’s foundation, the architect decided to alter the entire architectural plan and preserve the cave. Today this cave is a buzzing bar in a memorable setting, one of the most popular spots in all Dubrovnik. You must have a drink here. The hotel garage and front desk receive guests on the highest point of the hillcrest---- a "Wow" experience-- while guest rooms, restaurant and bar are located on floors below. It is similar to the setting and configuration of hotels along the Amalfi Coast in Italy. We suggest cocktails at the Cave Bar followed by dinner (not included in tour price) at the outstanding hotel restaurant, recognized for both ambiance and food. Overnight in Dubrovnik at Hotel More.

Day 9-SAT DUBROVNIK Breakfast at hotel in Dubrovnik. After breakfast, our local “cousin” Sanya will meet you and take you on 2.0 hr. waking tour of this fascinating city.

DUBROVNIK, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” is arguably the most complex and arresting city in the region, one of the top destinations in Croatia, and a line item on countless bucket lists. It is a magnet for Adriatic cruises, a “must” port of call of all major cruise lines and it is not unusual during peak season to see 5 or 6 ocean liners anchored in the city’s Cruise Terminal. The sight of these magnificent vessels against the stunning backdrop of Dubrovnik and the sparkling azure sea is an image that stays in the mind's eye indelibly.

During the centuries when Venice ruled the seas and controlled great swaths of Mediterranean trade, Dubrovnik was an independent republic comparable to Venice and its rivals well, competing with Venice in trade in the region. Yet they never raised arms against each other; in fact, they were trading partners. Venetian influence can be seen everywhere; in Dubrovnik’s monuments, churches, public squares and buildings. The difference between the two power centers (besides the canals) was that Venice was open and accessible from all sides while Dubrovnik was a fortress surrounded by massive walls, priding itself on its strong defenses against invaders and pirates. It wasn’t until Napoleon occupied Dubrovnik in 1808 that these defenses were breached and Dubrovnik’s long independence and considerable prosperity were undermined. The entire Old Town with its 5,000 residents has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, preserved with almost all of its original buildings. Its city wall, 4.5 m/15 ft. thick and over 7.6 m/25 ft. tall, is topped by a 2 km/1.25 mi foot path. Enjoy unforgettable vistas as you walk on paths carved above the city’s red and orange-tiled roofs, eyeing narrow streets scaling the hills and laundry flapping in the breeze. Another “must” is a cable-car ride up to the top of Dubrovnik hill for breathtaking views of the city below, the crayon-colored boats in the harbor, the nearby islands and the entire Riviera. Dubrovnik is a pedestrian zone, and its center is full of attractions, perfect for unhurried exploration: city squares, old buildings, churches, museums, galleries, boutiques, cafés and romantic spots to seduce you.

Modern Dubrovnik may have expanded beyond the walls, but there are still about 5,000 residents living within the Old Town. Their lifestyle is casual and friendly as residents talk to each other across the stone balconies of their sturdy old houses, older than the oldest building in America. You’ll love Dubrovnik! Dubrovnik is also one of 10 “must see” places in Croatia and in Europe. To learn more about Dubrovnik: http://tzdubrovnik.hr/lang/en/

DINNER PROGRAM: This being your last night in Croatia, we would like to invite you to be our guests at our family Village Retreat just outside of Dubrovnik. Cousin Katarina who speaks excellent English likes to impress our guests by dressing up in traditional local Croatian costume. She takes them first to family cellar (konoba) and offers home-made liquors and grape schnapps along with home-made prosciutto, cheeses, jams and other home-made delicacies. Then she takes guests to a family organic garden to pick their own vegetables for dinner as well as lettuce and fruits (in season). Our hostess then encourages guests to participate in preparing the meal and is eager to teach how to make some prized Croatian recipes. Once everything is prepared, the cooking is done in the ancient, traditional, almost forgotten, Croatian way of cooking known as "ispod peke" or on open fire. The kitchen here is fairly big and one entire wall is an open fireplace. Fire is fueled by natural wood, hickory and mesquite and then the food is put in pans and covered by iron bells. All this is buried under chunks of hot wood and let cook for about one hour. Once the food is done, pans are brought to the table and the iron bell removed. Mediterra attests you will agree you've never smelled or tasted anything like this. Dinner is served and guests will sit with members of the family-kids, grandparents, host, hostess Katarina, maybe even a cat and a pair of turtles. The food is complimented by home-made family reserve wine that is from the family vineyard, not for commercial use but strictly family consumption. My cousin Katarina will entertain you during the dinner by telling stories about family, noble members of family and ancestors and episodes of history dating back to Ottoman times more than 400 years ago. Please see also attached pamphlet “Kameni Dvori.”

This experience will give you a glimpse into an authentic Croatian family's everyday life and struggles as well as their joy and appreciation for what they have. This will be one of the highlights of your entire trip. After dinner return to hotel in Dubrovnik (about 30 min.). Overnight at the Hotel More in Dubrovnik.

Day 10-SUN DUBROVNIK-HOME Buffet breakfast at the hotel in Dubrovnik

Transfer to Dubrovnik (DBV) airport for return flight home

***End of trip-Thank you!*** DEPARTURES & PRICES

INCLUDED IN PACKAGE • Private transfers upon arrival in Zagreb

• Private car with English-speaking driver starting in Zagreb, terminating in Dubrovnik

• All vehicular expenses including tolls, parking, fuel and insurance

• 1-night accommodation at hotel Esplanade (formerly Regent) in Zagreb/1 DBL Deluxe room

• RT Private transfer to Stari Puntijar Restaurant in Zagreb for private dinner

• Complete dinner, ceremonial Champagne opening, visit to cook book library and wine tasting at Stari Puntijar

• 2.0 hr. city tour of Zagreb with private guide (walking)

TOUR: 113

Croatia for First-time Visitor

DEPARTURES (any day) PRICE YOU PAY*

March 3,921 3,568

April 4,493 3,956

May 4,948 4,432

JUN,JUL,AUG 5,774 4,982

September 5,774 4,982

October 4,948 4,432

November 3,921 3,568

*YOU PAY must be paid in full 180 days in advance

Single Supplement +35% on land only

Third Person sharing -30% on land only

Deluxe Tour limited to 8 participants

Prices in USD per person based on double occupancy

DISCOUNTS:4 persons traveling together -$150 off p.p.

8 persons traveling together -$200 off p.p.

• 2-nt. Accommodation at 4* hotel Kvarner in Opatija/1 DBL Deluxe room

• Private full-day excursion “Circle of Istria” with private car, driver and guide to include truffle safari, truffle lunch and truffle cooking demo

• Private tour of Plitvice Lakes

• 1-nt. accommodation at boutique hotel Bastion in Zadar/1DBL Deluxe room

• 2.0-hr. private tour of Zadar/walking

• 2-nt. accommodation at boutique hotel Jupiter Palace in historic Diocletian's Palace/1DBL Deluxe

• 2.0-hour private tour of Diocletian’s Palace in Split

• Boat excursion to shellfish farm with fresh shellfish tasting

• Shellfish lunch with wine in town of Ston

• 2-nt. accommodation at 5-star hotel More in Dubrovnik/1DBL Deluxe with sea view

• 2.0-hr. private tour of Dubrovnik/walking

• Traditional Croatian dinner at private Family Village Retreat with wine and home-made spirits

• Private transfer to DBV airport

• Daily breakfast at hotels

• VAT & Tourist taxes

• Mediterra 7/24 "Total Care" service

NOT INCLUDED • Air to/from Croatia (optional)

• Travel interruption and medical insurance

• Accident and medical evacuation insurance

• Meals other than those specified in itinerary

• Admission to attractions, national parks, churches, museums, galleries

• Cable car tickets

• Tips to drivers, guides, service personnel

HOTELS ZAGREB: ESPLANADE: www.esplanade.hr/ OPATIJA: KVARNER: https://www.liburnia.hr/en/hotel-kvarner ZADAR: BASTION: http://www.hotel-bastion.hr/#/contact-us SPLIT: VESTIBUL PALACE: http://www.vestibulpalace.com/ DUBROVNIK: HOTEL MORE: http://www.hotel-more.hr/

OPTIONAL: • Air to Zagreb, Croatia/Return from Dubrovnik, Croatia

• Private excursion to Montenegro (full day from Dubrovnik)

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