Majestic tour 4 countries

Majestic tour 4 countries: Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro

The name of this Tour speak for itself. In 13 amazing days you will discover great diversities in every sense of the way passing through Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Montenegro.

Come with on this unique tour across Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. On this exceptional tour you will experience 13 richly-filled days. You will hear so many interesting stories, you will discover major highlights of these amazing countries as well as such great diversities in cultures, traditions and customs of each region.

You will explore some of the most famous destinations in this part of Europe like Plitvice Lakes, Dubrovnik, Split, Zagreb, Rovinj, Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Medjugorje Mostar, Kotor…. You will also have great chances to enjoy culinary and wine tastes from each country, home-made authentic food, feel positive vibe of each city and willage, get to know local people and have a lot of fun.

13 wonderful days pass in a second, but you will bring back home a large bag of 4 countries’ memories and never forget them.

Day 1 – ARRIVAL TO ZAGREB – TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL – ZAGREB CITY TOUR
Day 2 – ZAGREB – TRAKOSCAN CASTLE – SAMOBOR – ZAGREB
Day 3 – ZAGREB – POSTOJNA CAVE – LJUBLJANA
Day 4 – LJUBLJANA – LAKE BLED
Day 5 – LAKE BLED – POREČ – ROVINJ
Day 6 – ROVINJ – MOTOVUN – HUM – OPATIJA
Day 7 – OPATIJA – PLITVICE LAKES – ZADAR
Day 8 – ZADAR – ŠIBENIK – TROGIR – SPLIT
Day 9 – SPLIT CITY TOUR
Day 10 – SPLIT – MEDJUGORJE – MOSTAR – DUBROVNIK
Day 11 – DUBROVNIK CITY TOUR
Day 12 – DUBROVNIK – KOTOR – BUDVA – DUBROVNIK
Day 13 – DEPARTURE FROM DUBROVNIK – TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL

On your first day of this great tour, you will meet Zagreb, capital of Croatia and its biggest city. We will wait for you at the aiport and transfer you to the hotel, located in the city center, where you will check in. After we will take you for a walk through the city center, so you can discover your first experience with this exceptional old city; Zagreb – two cities in one city ; two different faces in one face. Majestic Upper town, which is initmate, cosy and distinctly medieval in ambience and the Lower town, full of huge squares, wide boulevards and Secession architecture. You will see central square of Josip Jelacic, Zagreb Cathedral, the most beautiful market at the open – Dolac, Stone Gate and many other attractions. We’ll take a ride with the shortest funicular in the world (only 66 meters) to the Upper town and enjoy amazing view on Zagreb roof tops. We’ll take you through the beautiful Lenuzzi horseshue or so called Green horseshue, a complex of 7 parks and squares with fountains, in the center of the town.

In the evening, we are inviting you to be our guests at a Welcome dinner in one of Zagreb restaurants where you will taste flavours of local delicacies.

Overnight in Zagreb, luxury 5* or 4* hotel in the city center

After the old lifestyle experience, we are going to see the most beautiful and preserved castles in Europe – Trakošćan castle. Trakošćan is true fairy-tale castle, where you can still feel a whiff of misterious medieval times and hear legends and myths which have been told so many times, but always interesting and attractive. With tour through the castle you can relive the life of their former inhabitants. It is known for its owners the family Draskovic, who besides Zrinski, was one of the most popular Croatian noble families from the feudal era.

Beautifully situated on a hill with a garden in the midst of Park Forest, Trakošćan is amongst the highest category monuments of culture and nature. Take a tour through knights’ room, the hunting room, music salon, specimens of firearms dating from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Walk through the most beautifully formed parks in Croatia with rich vegetation and fascinating view. Moreover, a beautiful romantic gardens, built on the model of English parks, and a large lake in front of the castle is something that should not be missed.

In the afternoon we are taking to see on of the most picturesque and romantic little cities in the area – sweet Samobor. Nick-name ”sweet” Samobor didn’t deserve only by its gorgeous parks, streets and squares, but also by the most famous cake, tradiotionally prepared for many generations – Samobor custard pastries. Beside its prominent tourist and excursion characteristics, from ancient times this town is renowned for its excellent artisans and craftsmen. Here you’ll find products of traditional crafts that are extinct elsewhere, the hand-made products which will become your precious Samobor souvenirs.

The Samobor crystal, hand-cut, has spread the name of Samobor throughout the world. You will also taste traditionally prepared Bermet and Samobor Mustard. Bermet is a red aromatic wine made from selected sorts of grapes, wormwood and southern fruit. Samobor Mustard is a savory sauce which tastes like mustard. These products represent an identity and the Samobor people take pride in it being an unavoidable part of the Samobor gastronomic offer.
We are coming back to Zagreb in late afternoon.

Overnight in Zagreb, luxury 5* or 4* hotel in the city center.

On our 3rd day we are leaving Croatia and heading to the north, neighboring country Slovenia. First we will stop in a little town Postojna, world-known by its Postojna cave.
Postojna Cave is the best-known cave in the world. It is also the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia and one of the world’s largest karst monuments. For 140 years, the Postojna Cave, as the only cave in the world, offers a unique and adventurous ride with a special train, which will take you into the cave, under spectacular underground arches, which are embellished with chandellier look-alike stalactites, through a beautiful subterranean world full of playful limestone sculptures. 21 km of passages, galleries and magnificent halls offer a unique experience of the underground world. The Postojna cave is definitely one of the most diverse cave systems in the world. Apart from human fish which lives here, 99 other animal species live here permanently and 150 occasionally.The World Famous Postojna Cave is simply inspiring, you will see that.

After exploring underground world, we are going to see the capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana.
Ljubljana is a small city and perfect for exploring. Very soon you might feel like exploring its surroundings. We would take you to experience amazing park Tivoli in the city center, while you will see the Ljubljanica river flowing through the center of town, past Baroque buildings and under the ramparts of the ancient castle on the hill. The new city and modern-day commercial core lies to the west of the river, while the old city and the castle are located on the east side of the river.

Many bridges cross the river, the most famous of which is Tromostovje (Triple Bridge), designed by famous architect Jože Plečnik. Baroque and art-nouveau have marked this exceptional city, together with new, modern architectural styles. Main attraction of the city is and Old town, built on a hill as a fortress, from which you will see Ljubljana and its magnificent surroundings.
As a Ljubljana trade-mark, the Dragon Bridge is one of the most well known sights of the city. Four green dragons, two on each side, stand proudly to guard the bridge and the city itself. Though ladies beware….the dragon is said to wave its tail, when the bridge is crossed by a virgin!
Ljubljana is perfect destination to all in during whole year – in the summer, its center hosts a number of city sponsored events, from children workshops and public playgrounds on the streets that get closed for traffic for the occasion, to Trnfest’s off-beat street performances and musical events of all genres. In autumn it shows its academic face as it fills again by students of the state’s largest university to whom the city owes much of its youthful character. Cold December days are warmed by thousand of lights, the new year’s decoration conceived by local artists, and by food and drinks sold from street stands on the banks of Ljubljanica river. Enjoy Ljubljana!

Overnight in Ljubljana, luxury 5* or 4* hotel in the city center

We will enjoy a little while in charming Ljubljana and then we will discover different face of nature – beautiful Lake Bled, facing highest peeks of the Alps. With immense natural beauty, Bled, together with its surroundings, ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts, renowned for its mild, healing climate and thermal lake water. The beauty of the mountains reflected on the lake, the sun, the serenity and the fresh air arouse pleasant feelings in visitors throughout the year, guaranteeing an ideal base or a relaxing break or an active holiday. Bled attracts businessmen, artists, athletes, explorers, sport enthusiasts, the old and the young, from all over the world, enchanting them to return again and again. We will visit a cliff-top castle, perched high above the water and enjoy fantastic view to the surroundings.

After absorbing some more clean fresh air and enjoying spectatular views, we are going back to Croatia, more precisely to Istria peninsula, often called ”Croatian Tuscany”. Istria is real unique land of food, wines, olives and truffels. Istria is simply – a paradise for hedonists! Today we will meet Blue Istria, beautiful coastal towns and crystal clear blu Adriatic sea. First we will visit Poreč, the multiple champion of Croatian tourism. It’s the town with the biggest number of awards, but also a town with an enormous cultural and historical heritage. Poreč has one of the most magnificent early Byzantine churches in Europe called Euphrasius’ Basilica, which is built in 553 and is a part of UNESCO’s
universal cultural heritage, which you will of course, visit. We will also take a walk through this marvelous city.

Later, we will meet anotother Istrian pearl – stunning city Rovinj, proclaimed as one of 10 most romantic cities in Europe. And it trully is…
On the seaside, the town is protected by a high rocky shore and house walls built on cliffs, while the mainland side is protected by solid walls. The town is dominated by the baroque St. Euphemia’s Church, its 60-meter tower providing a view of grey and red rooftops and chimneys, streets and squares, the port and pier with ships and boats, and the marina harboring yachts.

This unique old town core, the 67-kilometer shoreline, 2,289 ha of protected green surfaces and improved park forests, 16 islands, islets and reefs, make this town unique. Built upon a rich fishermen’s tradition, it has become distinctive for its unique boat called batana and its songs bitinada. Its beauty was particularly appreciated by artists who have painted the most beautiful motifs here and exhibited them on Grisia, the street of artists.
Take a deep breath and feel salty and romantic essence of this glorious old city.

Overnight in Rovinj , boutique 4* hotel in the city center.

After breakfast we are leaving coast, but just for a moment. We are going to the hinterland of Istria, exceptional green world, full of old medieval little towns built on hill tops. First we will Motovun, according to the legend, city built by giants. The hilltop town Motovun, with its elegant system of towers, walls, gates and squares, represents a strong example of Venetian colonial architecture. Perched on a hill about 227 meters above sea level, Motovun is the most attractive town in the Istrian interior. Take a walk around the town walls of Motovun: The sweeping view takes in the vineyards that produce Motovun’s fine Teran and Malvasija wines and the forests that harbour Istria’s prized white and black truffles. We will have lunch in one of Motovun taverns and try local delicacies and of course, go to unavoidable wine-tasting.

Another exciting destination is is waiting for us – Hum, situated in the heart of Istria, in the township of Buzet. This picturesque settlement is located at 339 m above sea level. Today, Hum numbers only some 15 imhabitants and bears the popular name “the smallest city in the world”, according to the Guiness Book of Records. Today, Hum is a city-monument, one of the rare examples of the urban development within the city walls.
Apart from being famous for being the smallest city in the world, recently it became popular for “biska”, brandy spiced with mistletoe and made according to the old recipe originating from Hum, which we will surely try. Every year at the end of October, the Grappa festival takes place here, presenting brandy producers from all over Istria.

In the afternoon we are arriving to magnificent Adriatic coast and tourism champion, Queen of the Adriatic – city Opatija. Opatija, like a beautiful lady, enjoys her riches and fullness of life. Opatija’s villas and hotels of exceptional architectural value, surrounded by the evergreen mountainUčka, healing sea and beautifully arranged parks, have perfectly combined the modern spirit and the benefits of a top tourist offer. Because of its unique climate and temperature, Opatija is attractive not only in the hot summer months when offering refreshment, but in the winter as well, with its mild and warm temperatures because of which it was a popular resort and sanatorium of the Austrian aristocracy.
Opatija is a place rich in cultural and entertainment events, unique culinary delicacies and, in recent years, in superb wellness and beauty treatments. Opatija is absolutely the ideal destination for a totally relaxing holiday. Each visitor of the beautiful Opatija lives with its timeless beauty, carrying it with himself wherever he goes.

Overnight in Opatija, design 4* hotel in the city center.

After breakfast, we are heading to the south, facing magnificent Adriatic coast. But before that, we will stop in a little charming millers village Rastoke, situated about 100 km from Zagreb, where the river Slunjcica over travertine rocks flows into river Korana, while through Rastoke creating many small lakes, rapids and waterfalls. Rastoke is often called the lobby of Plitvice Lakes and therefore is often called small Plitvice lakes. In Rastoke we will see the old water mills, traditional wooden houses and lovely nature.

Village Rastoke is true hidden paradise and a great overture to the majestic Plitvice Lakes. Plitvice Lakes are a world pearl of incalculable value. Its specific beauty is a sanctuary for nature lovers and an inspiration for artists, whereas the uniqueness and richness of its nature is an occupation of scientists.
This pure emerald beauty has deserved to be placed on the the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1979, as the oldest Croatian National Park (proclaimed in 1949). Today, 60 years after its establishment, Plitvice Park continues to provide inspiration for visitors becoming nowadays one of Croatia’s biggest attractions. Thousands of people from all over the world visit the Park during all year round. They come to find peace and relaxation just to experience something different as a getaway from the city. The series of 16 bigger and a few smaller lakes, gradually lined up, separated by travertine barriers for which the period of the last ten thousand years was crucial, and which were ruled by ecological relations similar to those of today – suitable for travertine depositing and for the origin of the lakes – are the basic phenomenon of the National Park.

Enjoy the timeless beauty of an impressive 78 meters High waterfall, take a walk through green oasis or take a ride with a train or an electric boat, while breathing fresh air and discovering pure intact nature…

In the evening we are coming to stunning old city Zadar, where history tells stories about it.
Zadar is a city monument, surrounded by historical ramparts, a treasury of the archaeological and monumental riches of ancient Roman and medieval times, Renaissance and many contemporary architectural achievements such as the first sea organs in the world.

It is three thousand years old, a city of old and dynamic history, often destructed, devastated, every time emerging from the ruins stronger, richer and more beautiful. The City Walls of Zadar joined UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2017 as an outstanding monument of the modern maritime fortification scheme.
Zadar has remains dating from the early Stone Age, while from the Neolithic it has remains of many human settlements. In Zadar we will see the Church of St. Donat, a city symbol from the early middle ages, Kalelarga, Cathedral of St. Anastasia and city walls from Roman times and middle ages.
Before going to sleep, we are going to take you to experience the most beautiful sunset in the world.

Overnight in Zadar, boutique 4* hotel in the Old town.

After enjoying Zadar beauties we are going more to the south, following crystal clear Adriatic sea. Discover Šibenik and its old cobble-stone streets. Šibenik is the oldest Croatian town on the Adriatic coast. It is also called Krešimir’s town, since it was the residence of King Petar Krešimir IV, the most important ruler of the ancient Croatian state. Šibenik is located in a large bay where the Krka river meets the sea. It grew from an old Croatian fort near the fortress of St. Michael, which still overlooks the town. Apart from St. Michael’s, the town is surrounded by three other fortresses: St. Nicholas’ which is under UNESCO World Heritage Site, St.John’s and Šubićevac.

Its narrow winding streets, stony houses, many staircases and the remains of the city walls give Šibenik that romantic Mediterranean atmosphere. The St. Jacob’s Cathedral is the most famous architectural master-piece in Šibenik, listed as the UNESCO World Cultural Monument. The building of the cathedral took over a hundred years. It was made according to sketches by Juraj Dalmatian, a renowned master builder from Zadar. Made of stone exclusively, its unique constructions were both bold and unusual for that time.

After lunch, we will see one more old Croatian jewel – small city Trogir. Trogir is an island with one of the biggest historical heritage in the world, abound in beauty and history and it’s protected by UNESCO. St. Lawrence Cathedral with its majestic portal of Radovan, priceless collection of the Chapel of st. Ivan Trogirski and gothic church bell make the local people very proud. Most of the town walls, once used as a protection are preserved, forming, in the 13th century, the old center of Tragurium. While walking through the narrow streets of the town you can come across Kairos, God of lucky moment… According to legend, whoever manages to grab his curl will have lucky moments of eternal beauty. In case you do not find it, this bronze relief and symbol of Trogir is the most valuable part of St. Nicholas monastery collection. Nowhere in the world you can find a town that magical at night time… Stone walls become alive under the street lights, and Dalmatian songs are heard from every corner.

In the evening we are coming to Split.

Overnight in Split, design 4* hotel in The Old town

This whole days is aimed for exploring ancient city of Split, today cultural, economic and administrative center of Central Dalmatia. Because of its Mediterranean charm, vibrant and magical atmosphere, it’s often called ”The most beautiful city in the world”. Among its grandiuos buldings, streets and walls, we will visit the most important monument of Roman architecture on the eastern coast of the Adriatic – The Diocletian’s Palace. The site was first settled when, at the end of the third century AD, the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here.

These days the palace is known as Diocletian’s Palace and it is under UNESCO’s protection. The importance of Diocletian’s Palace far transcends local significance because of its level of preservation and the buildings of succeeding historical periods built within its walls, which today form the very heart of old Split. Numerous valuable cultural monuments are also to be found beyond the palace walls. Take your free afternoon for exploring this magnificent city – the pines of the Marjan forest in the western part of the peninsula, the murmur of the sea and the sound of the Dalmatian song in the stone streets of the city.
Once you get to know this town and the way of living here you are going to love it.

Overnight in Split, design 4* hotel in The Old town

After visiting Split we are heading to the hinterland, to the neighbouring country – Bosnia and Herzegovina. Our travel starts with driving through the border between Dalmatian coast and the hinterland. Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country of great natural wonders, rivers rich with water and mix of cultures all living under the same sky.
Then through the wild beauty of Bosnia and Herzegovina we will come to our first destination, a famous pilgrimage center in this part of Europe which is called Medjugorje. For pilgrims and those who are looking for something spiritual there is a Holy Mass and a visit to Mount of Apparation where Virgin Mary appeared to children in 1981 for the first time. Tour guide will provide all the information you need to discover this area.

On this trip you will get acquainted with the lifestyle of people of Mostar – a city of Muslims and Christians living on a different bank of River Neretva, connected by Old Mostar bridge (under UNESCO protection since 2005), but devided by river Neretva and strong ideologies deeply embedded in both nations. In Mostar you will be introduced with a great history of this city known as a window of the Orient. We will visit the old Baazar, full of picturesque shops and workshops, the Mosque and after that we’ll enjoy a walk along the famous Turkish Old Bridge from the 16th century after which the town was named (most- bridge). You will have free time for shopping and opportunity to taste authentic Bosnian specialties like ćevapi, pita or burek. After this beautiful experience we are going to our next destination – Dubrovnik.

Overnight in Dubrovnik, luxury 5* or 4* hotel.

And finally, welcome to Dubrovnik – The Pearl of the Adriatic. Great George Bernard Shaw, impressed by its magic, once said – ”Those who seek paradise on Earth, should come to Dubrovnik and find it”. And he was absolutely right. Dubrovnik’s nickname is a “Pearl of the Adriatic” and is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site since 1979. Today Dubrovnik is the proudest feather in Croatia’s tourist cap, an elite destination and one of the most beautiful towns in the Mediterranean. Dubrovnik used to be an independent republic, surviving mostly on trade. It managed to survive many centuries, with constant threats to its territory, particularly from the mighty Ottoman Empire and Venice.

History is present in the entire city, which is both a museum and a picturesque stage where cultural heritage and contemporary life meet. All houses and monuments have a unique value. The Old City is encompassed by medieval walls, which have been preserved in their original form and opened for visitors as Dubrovnik’s major attraction.
Dubrovnik has been a prominent Game of Thrones filming location and it is a must visit for any Game of Thrones fan. After all Dubrovnik is King’s Landing, the capital of the Seven Kingdoms!

We will enter the old town through the Pile Gate and we will find our selves on Stradun – biggest street in Dubrovnik. Here we will find the Onofrio Fountain, built in 1438, the Franciscan Monastery, with one of the oldest functioning pharmacies in Europe, in operation since 1391. At the other end of the Stradun, we will discover the locals’ favourite meeting place, the Orlando Column, with the nearby Sponza Palace and the baroque church of St. Blaise. Here is also the Rector’s Palace, which is now a city museum packed with valuable and historic exhibits. Opposite the palace through a narrow street is a square, Gunduliceva Poljana, which is the site of the busy morning market. In the same square is the Jesuit Monastery from the early 18th century. From here you can see the little old town port and visit the city walls which encircle the city and which have been remarkably preserved.

Whole city is alive monument and rich treasury of history. You will surely find it magical.

Take your free afternoon and evening for more exploring Croatian pearl.

Overnight in Dubrovnik, luxury 5* or 4*hotel.

Today we are taking you for a day trip from Dubrovnik to neighboring country Montenegro. Located less than one hour drive from Dubrovnik, Montenegro offers an unforgettable experience; exceptional natural beauty in combination with rich history and culture. This is a land where mountains descend almost directly into the sea creating a surreal atmosphere. We will visit Boka Bay and the old city of traders and famous sailors – Kotor.
In year 2000. Boka Kotorska bay became a member of the Club of the most beautiful bays in the world. The medieval architecture and numerous cultural heritage monuments have made Kotor an UNESCO World Natural and Historical Heritage Site. The Old City of Kotor is one of the best preserved medieval towns on Mediterannean. Through the entire city the buildings are criss-crossed with narrow streets and squares. On one of these squares is situated Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, the most recognizable symbol of the city.

We are heading then to Budva, major touristic center in Montenegro and the oldest Adriatic urban settlement. It is often called “Montenegrin Miami”, because it is the most crowded and most popular tourist resort in Montenegro, with beaches and vibrant nightlife. Full of excellent restaurants, bars, clubs and shops, there are a lot of things to do in Budva. After all, this is Montenegro’s most popular destination for summer vacations and beaches, and there are located some of best luxury hotels in the country!
While in Budva you may try typical Montenegro cousine which offers a variety of healthy food and local specialties. After free time in Budva we will start our return to Dubrovnik richer for another exiting experience. Return to Dubrovnik in the evening.

Overnight in Dubrovnik, luxury 5* or 4* hotel.

Our amazing journey through 4 Balkan countries has come to the end. We will drive you to Dubrovnik Airportto catch your returning flight. We wish you a safe journey home, together with your memories collected in these magnificent countries. Till some next time, Cromotion team says good-bye…

Included in the price:

Private airport transfers and transportation throughout your tour in a modern air-conditioned sedan car or mini-van
Professional English speaking guide – driver
12 nights accommodation in some of best 5* and 4* hotels with breakfasts included
Tickets for all top attractions: Trakošćan Castle, Postojna cave, Old Town in Ljubljana, Castle on Lake Bled, Euphrasius Basilica in Poreč, Plitvice lakes, Šibenik and Trogir Chatedral, Diocletian’s Palace, Turkish house in Mostar, Mosque in Mostar
Private city tours as specified in the itinerary
Authentic welcome dinner in Zagreb restaurant
Lunch in Ljubljana restaurant
Local authentic home-made lunch in domestic household in Motovun, Istria
Tradiotional lunch in Mostar
Special exclusive lunch in Dubrovnik
Gourmet experience and wine tasting in Samobor
Wine tasting in Istria peninsula
Water during the day
Tourist city tax

Cromotion Travel Agency is all about designed and personal experiences, so we don’t have generic made tours & fixed prices . To find out more, get in touch with us for a tailor-made trip based on your interests and budget.

Please note that all our tours of Croatia are private and we may stop along the way as often as you desire, for you to visit a site, take a beautiful photo or simply engage with the people of the country.

Price is flexible and can vary according to the number of persons and the time of the year, depending on low or high tourist season.
It starts at 3.250,00 EUR/person, including the services mentioned under INCLUSIONS.

The exact rate will be quoted once the precise itinerary and extras you would like to include are decided.