Tour

Balkans Escape | 2024
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Tour Code: BBBCMA19
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Duration: 5 Days
Countries: Hungary, Croatia, Slovenia

If you've got a few short days on the clock, then you better spend it well. With some of the hottest 'it' destinations on the clock, and your phone on full charge, these drool worthy spots are hard names to pronounce but will be hard to forget. Eat, sleep, explore repeat is the name of the game on this incredible snippet of these Balkan faves.



Mini Balkan

Dining Summary

  • 4 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Dinner (D)

Included Experience

  • Lake Bled: Take it easy with your new besties as you walk around the scenic lake, framed by the Julian Alps. 
  • Ljubljana: Join your new gang for an orientation of Slovenia’s fairytale-like capital. Get your fix of rainbow architecture, Insta-friendly bridges and epic mountain backdrops.
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park: Turquoise lakes. Sparkling waterfalls. Lush green forests. You’ll never want to leave this little slice of heaven. 

  • Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar)
  • Hotel Big House Plitvika Jezera (or similar)
  • Hotel Split Inn (or similar)
Day 1 Budapest To Ljubljana Via Lake Bled

This morning meet up with your Trip Manager - meet the squad and then we'll be ready for the road. We'll make a stop at magical Lake Bled and then we're off to Ljubljana, a name you'll be able to pronounce by the time we're leaving for Croatia. You've probably seen pictures of Lake Bled, but nothing will prepare you for the real thing. With its fairytale medieval castle reaching out of an islet, surrounded by the towering peaks of the Julian Alps and the turquoise waters of the lake itself, it really is like something out of a Disney movie. After a morning of swoonin at all that beauty, we'll be ready to arrive in Ljubljana for a free evening to grab dinner.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar)

Day 2 Ljubljana

Although you might find nods to neighbouring countries within Slovenian culture, a distinct identity has evolved from a melody of influences in Ljubljana. After our guided walking tour led by our Trip Manager, explore the bohemian art district of Metelkova Mesto, sit by one of the cities atmospheric watercourses & try all the incredible food on offer.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar)

Day 3 Ljubljana To Plitvice Lakes

Next up is something altogether drop dead gorgeous.... A strong introduction to Croatia is on the cards today with cascading teal forest pools at Plitvice Lakes. Why this place is not famous world over as one of the prettiest places in Europe, we have no idea.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Big House Plitvika Jezera (or similar)

Day 4 Plitvice Lakes To Split Via Zadar

We'll hit the road this morning for Split. On the way we'll stop at Zadar, an archeology-lovers dream! A boon of riches from the ancient world and medieval times, you'll find some storied and impressive ruins and artefacts. We won't say too much more to keep the mystery alive but keep an eye out for the first Sea Organ in the world... After plenty of selfies it's time to head onto split, where we'll enjoy an optional farm-to-table Croatian feast, washed down with local wine.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Split Inn (or similar)

Day 5 End Split

This morning, Split becomes sob town as the adventure ends and we say our teary goodbyes. We have two words: reunion trip. It's the only way to ease the pain.

Duration: 1 Day

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