Follow the Scenic Adriatic Coast Through Croatia and Slovenia

This 10-day tour of Croatia and Slovenia follows the rocky Adriatic coast, traveling through the likes of Dubrovnik—one of the Mediterranean’s most popular vacation spots—and Croatia’s second-largest city, Split. You’ll also visit the Slovenian cities of Ljubljana and Bled, known for its pure mountain air, eponymous castle, and thermal springs. This tour from Gate 1 Travel includes:

Flights & Transportation:

• Round-trip airfare from New York City (specific gateway based on availability)
• All transfers
• Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern air-conditioned motorcoach
• Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
• For additional departure airports/pricing, contact Gate 1 Travel at (800) 682-3333.
• Airline & flight times determined at time of booking

Hotels (8 nights + 1 overnight flight)

• 3 nights of accommodations at the 4-star Valamar Argosy Hotel Valamar or the 4-star Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel in Dubrovnik
• 1 night of accommodations at the 5-star Atrium Hotel or Hotel Corner in Split
• 2 nights of accommodations at the 4-star Bristol Hotel Opatija or Grand Hotel Adriatic in Opatija
• 2 nights of accommodations at the 4-star Hotel Golf or the 4-star Hotel Park in Bled
• Hotel porterage

Attractions & Meals

• 10 meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 dinners
• Services of English-speaking tour manager
• Services of local guides in Split, Dubrovnik and Opatija
• Entrance fees per itinerary included

Optional Tours & Upgrades

• Dinner at a Croatian home: Taste locally made cheese, olive oil, and prosciutto with a family living in an estate outside Dubrovnik ($52/person; day 3)
• Full-Day Mostar City Tour: After driving through the countryside along the mountainous coast, explore the history-rich city of Mostar, home to historical mosques, an old bazaar, and a 16th-century stone bridge ($54/person; day 4)
• Dinner at Epetium: Savor a three-course meal at a family-run restaurant outside of Split, featuring Dalmatian cuisine and traditional live music ($47/person; day 5)
• Full-Day Istrian Peninsula Tour: See a Roman amphitheater and visit the resort town of Rovinj ($63-$64/person; day 7)
• Tour of Radovljica with Dinner: Time travel back to Medieval times as you walk through this historical town’s old section before enjoying a traditional Slovenian dinner ($52-$53/person; day 8)

Itinerary at a Glance

• Day 1: Depart for Montenegro
• Day 2: Arrive in Dubrovnik and enjoy a welcome reception and dinner.
• Day 3: See the Fort of St. Lawrence, Sonza Palace, the world’s oldest pharmacy, and more on a city tour of Dubrovnik
• Day 4: Take an optional Mostar city tour or explore more of Dubrovnik on your own on this free day
• Day 5: Head to the historic cobblestoned city of Split to tour the 4th-century Palace of Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Day 6: Visit Zadar to see its 16th century Venetian walls, as well as the Byzantine architecture of the iconic Church of St. Donat.
• Day 7: Spend a free day exploring Opatija independently.
• Day 8: Marvel at the towering castle and baroque architecture that help define Slovenia’s capital city of Ljubljana before journeying to the gorgeous city of Bled, set amidst the Julian Alps.
• Day 9: Take a tour of Bled, which will take you to the cliffside Bled Castle, before toasting to your travels at a farewell dinner.
• Day 10: Depart Slovenia and head back to the USA.

How to Book

1. Choose departure city and dates from drop-down menus or “See Options” button.
2. Complete your order; a confirmation email is sent after your order processes.
3. Book your trip: Go to the My Groupons section of your account and select View Voucher for Gate 1 Travel contact and redemption instructions. Book by 1/17/17.

Each person must buy a Groupon; price is based on two people traveling together and sharing a room. Additional $400 fee to travel solo.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? Airfare is available from the New York City metro area. The departure airport (JFK, EWR or LGA) will be advised at the time of booked based on availability. The supplemental fee to depart from a city that isn’t included is subject to departure date and availability at the time of booking.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, you may extend your trip for a supplemental fee at the time of booking. Please call Gate 1 Travel for more information.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? The dates available are listed on each option.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? You can either choose another date or be refunded by Groupon. We suggest calling Gate 1 Travel to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible so that you do not run into this problem.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? All travelers, including children, must have a Groupon voucher in order to travel. Different occupancy arrangements may be requested with Gate 1 Travel at the time of reservation.

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