SNPJ's 2011 Tour of Slovenia
Celebrating Slovenia's 20th Anniversary of Independence
July 19-30, 2011
Itinerary
Day 1, (Tue) depart USA
Depart from your home town. The Kollander Staff will be happy to help you with your flights.
Day 2, (Wed) arrival Bled
Upon arrival to Ljubljana airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Bled. Dinner and overnight at hotel. (D)
Day 3, (Thu) Bled
Start your day with a sightseeing tour of Bled featuring the charming town with the lakeshore, and imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. Enjoy the ride with the typical boat named pletna and visit the small island in the middle of the lake. Rest of the day at leisure. Our dinner tonight at local restaurant in Radovljica with accordion player. (B, D)
Day 4, (Fri) Bled
In the morning we visit the fascinating Vintgar Gorge, a long-undiscovered canyon carved out by the River Radovna. The walk will take you over numerous wooden bridges and along narrow passages, over its white-water rapids and dazzling waterfalls After the visit travel to Bohinj lake. Surrounded by alluring summits, the Bohinj Valley charms visitors with its inspiring scenery, crystal Lake waters and the harmonious coexistence of man and nature. Take the cable car and visit mount Vogel and enjoy lunch in the alpine hut. Return to the lakeshore and enjoy some free time, discover the legend of Zlatorog (Goldhorn) and enjoy a stunning view over Mount Triglav. Return to Bled. (B, L)
Day 5, (Sat) Bled - Karst region - Opatija
Day dedicated to the Karst region. Our first stop will be in Lipica with included visit of the white horses stud farm (only visit, show not included). Continue to a wine cellar for tasting typical wine of this region called teran with dried ham that we call Lipicaprsut. Then on the Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Continue to Opatija for dinner and overnight at your hotel. (B, D)
Day 6, (Sun) in Opatija - excursion to Pula
The road will take you throughout vineyards and olive yards, red plains and green valleys, modest little towns and rich sea resorts. The pearl of our mosaic is Pula and its attraction lays not only in its shop and in factories, but in its ancient past. There is the Roman Amphitheater, the sixths biggest in all over the world. Pula was even then an important centre. There
is also August's Temple, antique City Walls, the Golden Gate and other monuments of the antique past, a local
market that is very interesting, and the biggest one in Istria.
The most important centre of Istria mainland is Pazin; an old town with extremely well preserved medieval
fortress. It is situated above a 10 meters deep cave and it inspired Jules Verne who described it in one of
his novels. Nowadays the Ethnological Museum is placed there and its exhibits tell stories about the life of common Istrian peasant. The last part of our mosaic is a visit to a typical Istrian family. They will offer to the client's home made Istrian wine and cakes, all prepared according to the traditional Istrian receipts. Dinner and overnight at your hotel. (B, D)
Day 7, (Mon) in Opatija - excursion to Plitvice
The tour will take you across the Istrian peninsula to the Kvarner Bay and along the Adriatic coasts to Senj where we will turn inland to Lika - a real contrast to the littoral part. Upon arrival to Plitvice national park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, have your camera ready and take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Enjoy a full day in Plitvice with lunch at local restaurant before returning back to Opatija for overnight. (B, L)
Day 8, (Tue) Opatija - excursion to Krk
Departure with bus to the Golden Island of Krk. First stop will be the old town center of Krk town. Then continue to Punat and visit the local olive mill and after take a boat to the small island of Kosljun and visit the monastery. After travel to the town of Vrbnik and enjoy lunch with wine tasting at local tavrena with music entertainment. Return to Opatija for overnight. (B, L)
Day 9, (Wed) Opatija - Adlesici - Drasici
Travel to Slovenia and first top in the small town of Dragatus and visit gudalo maker (traditional Slovenian music instrument). Then travel trough Crnomelj to the town of Adlesici to see how the typical embroideries of Bela Krajina region are made. Our last stop will be at local tourist farm recommended by Tony Klepec in Drasici where we will have late lunch with music entertainment. In the evening travel to Ljubljana for overnight. (B, L)
Day 10, (Thu) in Ljubljana
Full day dedicated to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. On the morning walking tour of the city with your tour director view the Central open-air Market, Baroque Town Hall, Robba's Fountain, the Three Bridges and the Parliament. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Ljubljana. (B)
Day 11, (Fri) in Ljubljana - excursion to Logarska
Today visit the charming Logarska Valley, a paradise of Alpine woodlands and steep canyons. Enjoy the natural beauty with a walk to Rink Falls. On our way back to Ljubljana enjoy dinner at local restaurant like Gostilna Janezic or similar. Overnight in Ljubljana. (B, D)
Day 12, (Sat) depart Slovenia
Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Ljubljana airport. (B)
Departure Dates and Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Per Person in Twin | Single Room Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Jul 2011 | 30 Jul 2011 | $ 1,948 | $ 350 |
Included Features
- Accommodation in first class hotels, rooms with private facilities
- Service charges and hotel taxes
- Buffet Breakfast daily, 5 Dinners , 4 lunches, 2 wine tastings
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Deluxe Private Motorcoach for our daily use
- Professional tour director throughout
- Luggage handling in hotels (1 piece per person in & out)
- Local musical entertainment as per itinerary
Notes
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Early Booking Bonus:$100 off tour price per person
Deposit by November 1st - Not Included:
Meals and beverages not shown on the brochure and the customary tip to the local guides and drivers at the end of their services, Airfare & travel insurance. - Trip Cancellation Insurance:
Must be paid at time of booking and initial deposit in order to cover preexisting medical conditions. For details click here.
