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Croatia and Slovenia 6 days Private Tour

6 days
From Ljubljana to Zagreb
5.0
1 traveler review

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 24+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Ljubljana

    You'll arrive at Ljubljana airport and get picked up by private van for the drive to your hotel in the city centre. Your local guide meets you for a walking tour through the historical heart of the city, then the rest of the day is yours to explore. Head up to Ljubljana Castle if that interests you, or wander around and find a local restaurant that catches your eye. You're staying at a 4-star hotel right in the centre, so everything's within reach.

    Start point
    Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia (Ljubljana Airport )

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Ljubljana historical city centre
    • Private transfer from Ljubljana airport to hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Ljubljana Castle
    • Dining at local restaurants recommended by guide
    Landmarks
    Ljubljana Castle
    Ljubljana City Centre
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  2. Day 2

    Bled - Postojna - Zagreb

    After breakfast, you're heading to Bled Lake where you'll have choices on how to experience it. Take a traditional pletna boat out on the water for the views of the lake and mountains, or if you prefer hiking, make your way up to Bled Castle to see the wine cellar and try the local cream cake. From there, you'll transfer to Postojna Caves for a guided train ride through the cave system. The final leg gets you to Zagreb, about 2 hours away, where you'll stay overnight.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast in hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast in hotel
    • Guided boat tour on Bled Lake (or alternative hike to Bled Castle)
    • Traditional cream cake tasting at Bled
    • Guided tour of Postojna Caves with train ride inside cave

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Bled Castle instead of boat tour
    • Visit wine cellar at Bled Castle
    Landmarks
    Bled Lake
    Bled Castle
    Postojna Cave
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  3. Day 3

    Zagreb

    Meet your guide in the hotel lobby after breakfast for a walking tour of Zagreb's historical centre. You'll experience the world's shortest funicular and check out the Dolac food market with all its local energy. Walk through both the Upper and Lower towns to get a feel for the city's different areas. The afternoon is free, so use it to visit museums, climb up to viewpoints, explore parks, or grab lunch at one of the places your guide recommends.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast in hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast in hotel
    • Guided walking tour of Zagreb historical city centre
    • Ride on Zagreb's shortest funicular

    Optional Activities

    • Visit museums
    • Visit Zagreb viewpoint
    • Explore park alley
    • Dining at local restaurants recommended by guide
    • Explore Dolac food market
    Landmarks
    Dolac Food Market
    Zagreb Funicular
    Zagreb Upper Town
    Zagreb Lower Town
  4. Day 4

    Zagorje

    After breakfast, transfer to Trakoščan Castle in north Croatia, which takes about an hour to reach. Spend time exploring the castle, the historic buildings, and the grounds around it. Later, you'll head to a local agritourism restaurant that has vineyards on site for a 3-course lunch with Croatian wine pairings. Then it's back to Zagreb for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast in hotel), Lunch (3-course lunch at local agritourism restaurant with wine tasting)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast in hotel
    • Guided tour of Trakošćan Castle and heritage complex
    • 3-course lunch at local agritourism restaurant with vineyard
    • Croatian Wine Tasting
    Landmarks
    Trakošćan Castle
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  5. Day 5

    Plitvice Lakes

    You'll transfer to Rastoke, a small historical village about 2 hours away, known for its traditional watermills. Have coffee and take a short walk around the area before heading to Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO site. Explore the lakes on foot and by boat, with an option to take an electric train if you prefer. Grab lunch at a local traditional restaurant if you're hungry, then transfer back to Zagreb for your final night.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast in hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast in hotel
    • Visit to Rastoke historical village with watermills
    • Guided tour of Plitvice Lakes UNESCO site
    • Boat ride on Plitvice Lakes
    • Electric train ride at Plitvice Lakes

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at local traditional restaurant in Plitvice
    Landmarks
    Rastoke
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
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  6. Day 6

    Zagreb Airport Departure

    Have breakfast at your hotel and then transfer to Zagreb Airport. Your tour services end with the airport transfer, so you're all set to head home.

    End point
    City of Zagreb, Zagrebacka županija, Croatia (Zagreb Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast in hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast in hotel
    • Transfer to Zagreb Airport
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    · September 26th, 2025
    Mislav did a great job! He went above and beyond. We had a wonderful time.
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    Trip date: September 2025
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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Croatia.Slovenia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Croatia.Slovenia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Slovenia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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