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Croatia and Slovenia, Coast to Alpine Tour
May 14-29, 2027
18-24 spaces
Approx. low to mid $6,000s for doubles. Mid $7,000 for singles. Does not include airfare.
Trip Overview:
10 days/9 nights in Croatia
5 days/4 nights in Slovenia
May 14: Travel Day to Dubrovnik.
May 15: Arrival in Dubrovnik. Day at leisure. Group dinner and gather at hotel or nearby restaurant. Dinner. Hotel in Dubrovnik.
May 16: Explore Dubrovnik & Sunset at Srd. Guided tour of Dubrovnik in the morning. Free time in the afternoon. In the late afternoon, regroup and ride up to Srd, above the city for a panoramic sunset over the Adriatic and rooftops of Dubrovnik. Enjoy a group dinner. Breakfast and dinner. Hotel in Dubrovnik.
May 17: Peljesac Peninsula, Ston Walls and Wine Tasting-Korcula. Depart Dubrovnik and drive along the coast to the Peljesac Peninsula, one of Croatia’s premier wine regions. Stop in Ston to walk along the Ston Walls. Continue to a family-run winery to learn about grape varieties and enjoy a wine tasting and snack-style lunch. After lunch, drive to the scenic ferry to the island of Korcula. Rest of the day at leisure. Breakfast and lunch. Hotel in Korcula.
May 18: Explore Korcula with 2 hiking options, Kocje Nature Reserve Hike or the more gentle Coastal path option. Free time the rest of the day to explore or relax by the water. Breakfast and lunch. Hotel in Korcula.
May 19: Sea Kayaking around Korcula, Ferry to Brac. Paddle across the sparkling channel to the small island of Badija. Enjoy quiet time along the shoreline before paddling back to Korcula. Later, board the ferry to the island of Brac. Check into your hotel and take a short orientation walk or swim before dinner on your own. Breakfast and lunch. Hotel in Brac.
May 20: Hiking to Vida Gora. Follow a trail that passes old olive fields, vineyards and Dalmatian pine forest. At the summit, take time to enjoy view over the island and sea. There are several options for the hike: full trip up and down, hike up and ride down, hike down after a vehicle drop off, skip hiking and drive to the peak. After the hike, return to Gaul for a traditional Dalmatian lunch. The remainder of the day is free to rest at the hotel, swim or explore Postira. Breakfast and lunch. Hotel in Brac.
May 21: Coastal Kayaking on Brac and Olive Oil tasting. Begin the day with a short walk to a local shop to purchase supplies for a picnic lunch. Next begin a sea kayaking exploration of Brac’s coastline, with free time to stop at the one of the island’s beaches to rest, bath and snorkel. In the late afternoon, visit the olive oil museum and learn and sample. Breakfast and dinner. Hotel in Brac.
May 22: Ferry to Split, Guided City Tour & Transfer to Zadar. Catch a morning ferry from Brac to Split. Upon arrival, enjoy a 2 hour guided tour. After some free time, ride north along the coast to Zadar. Watch the sunset over the Adriatic before or after the group dinner. Breakfast and dinner. Hotel in Zadar.
May 23: Free day in Zadar. Optional Bag Island or Boat Excursion. Options: Travel to Pag Island for gentle hike through its lunar-like landscapes and enjoy a tasting of the island’s renowned sheep cheese. Or coastal boat trip along the coast, with stops in hidden coves for swimming and relaxing. Breakfast. Hotel in Zadar.
May 24. Plitvice Lakes National Park. Leave Zadar and drive inland to Plitvice Lakes, the oldest Croatian national park and a UNESCO Heritage Site. Spend the day walking boardwalks and trails that traverse the park’s network of 16 turquoise lakes, linked by waterfalls and travertine pools. The area is surrounded by beech and pine forest and is home to diverse wildlife. Breakfast and dinner. Hotel in Plitvice area.
May 25: Arrive in Slovenia. Postojna Cave & Arrival to Lake Bled/Bohinj. Today’s route continues north through lush countryside into Slovenia. Arrive at Postojna Cave for a guided underground visit. Continue on the the Lake Bled/Bohinj area, a region of alpine lakes and forested slopes. Check into our hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening in this lakeside mountain setting. Breakfast and lunch. Hotel in Bled/Bohinj Lake area.
May 26: Savica Waterfall Hike & Lake Bohinj. Enjoy a walk on the trail for Savica Waterfall, ending at a viewpoint near the thundering falls. Descend to Lake Bohinj. At the lake, enjoy a lunch of traditional Slovenian specialties. In the afternoon you have the option to rent kayaks, canoes or row boats and paddle the crystal-clear waters, surrounded by alpine scenery and forested slope. Breakfast and lunch. Hotel in Bled or Bohinj Lake Area.
May 27: Lake Bled Circuit, Castle & Island, Ljubljana. Today explore Lake Bled. Walk the gentle loop trail that circles the emerald colored lake, ascend to Bled Castle. From the lakeshore, board a traditional pletna boat and glide to the Bled’s small island. Visit the baroque church. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then drive to Ljubljana. Breakfast and lunch. Hotel in Ljubljana.
May 28: Explore Ljubljana. Enjoy a 2 hour tour of Ljubljana with a certified local expert. After the tour, have free to time to explore vibrant markets, small shops and courtyards along the river. This evening we will have our farewell dinner in the city. Breakfast and dinner. Hotel in Ljubljana.
May 29: After breakfast, take a group transfer to Ljubljana Airport for departing flights. Breakfast.
Trip Leader: Debbie Steininger - Debbie@spacecoastskiclub.com
