JOURNEY FROM SARAJEVO TO BLED
A cultural tour of Bosnia, Croatia & Slovenia

The Balkans have for centuries been the newsmakers of Europe. The very active and rich history has been in the formation - from time immemorial till today. This is a land of such great diversity and textures that one gets blown up by the colors, cultures, hospitality, food and landscape. It covers some of the most scenic and beautiful cities of Europe including Sarjevo, Dubrovnik, Plitvice and a lot more. It will be an experience into medieval Europe - relived.

DAY 01 (THU): Arrive Sarajevo BOSNIA
Welcome to Sarajevo, capital of Bosnia. As we are welcomed at the airport we notice immediately the beauty of this historical city. We are transferred to our centrally located hotel. Tonight we join the other tour participants on a welcome dinner.
Overnight: Holiday Inn (2 nights) (D)

DAY 02 (FRI): Sarajevo
Sarajevo, capital of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has been influenced by a number of cultures and civilization. We take a morning tour the picturesque Turkish bazaar “Bas Carsija”, the Husref Bay’ Mosque, Olympic Stadium and Gavrilo Princip Museum. Afternoon is free to enjoy beautiful Sarajevo by walking through the bazaar and meeting local friendly folks. (B)

DAY 03 (SAT): Sarajevo / Dubrovbik (286 km) CROATIA
A drive thought the marvelous gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar. Here, see the remains of the Turkish quarter and the reconstruction efforts on the 16th century stone bridge. Free time before dinner.
Overnight: Lacroma Hotel (2 nights) (B, D)

DAY 04 (SUN): Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik – gem of the Adriatic. The historical and scenic sites are best seen on foot so we take a walking tour commencing with “Old Dubrovnik.” We visit the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace. Later we see the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)

DAY 05 (MON): Dubrovnik / Split (227 Kms)
Depart Dubrovnik and travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, in the Peristyle and the Cathedral.
Overnight: President (1 night) (B, D)

DAY 06 (TUE): Split / Trogir and Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather to study and paint here. Then we turn inland and travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Upon arrival, have your camera ready and take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this national wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation.
Overnight: Jezero Hotel (1 night) (B, D)

DAY 07 (WED): Plitvice /Opatija/Postonja/Bled (352 Kms) SLOVENIA
Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. After some free time, journey north to Postonja, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterwards, continue to Bled, beautifully set amidst the Julian Alps.
Overnight: Park / Golf Hotel (2 nights) (B, D)

DAY 08 (THU): Bled
Our tour of Bled features the charming town with the lakeshore with the imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure for optional activities, such as visiting the small island in the middle of the lake. (B)

DAY 09 (FRI): Bled / Ljubljana and Zagreb (189 Kms) CROATIA
We begin the day with a walking tour of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Visit the most significant sights on f the old city center: the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both designed by famous architect Joze Plecnik, Baroque Town Hall and Robba’s Fountain. Then, continue to Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia.
Overnight: Westin / Regent Esplanade (2 nights) (B, D)

DAY 10 (SAT): Zagreb
This morning we enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, ST. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government Palace. Balance of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursing to the countryside. (B)

DAY 11 (SUN): Depart Zagreb
After breakfast we are transferred to the airport for our departure flight – an ideal opportunity to extend or join one of Bestway’s different tours programs. (B)

Departure Dates
2012 English Speaking Departures Apr 26, May 10, 24, Jun 07, 21, Jul 05, Aug 09, 23, Sep 06, 20, Oct 04, 18
Inclusions
Tour Price Includes Tour Price Does Not Include Hotels as per itinerary (or similar category) International airfares / Airport taxes Meals as mentioned (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Visa fees / Insurance Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach Tips / Gratuities Airport transfers   Entrance fees to sites   Services of local English speaking guides
Tour Price
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Departure Double Occupancy Single Room Supplement 2012 US $ 2150 US $ 850
Estimated International Airfare - International airfare is NOT included in this tour
Canada - West Coast US $ 1300 USA - West Coast US $ 1100 Canada - East Coast US $ 1100 USA - East Coast US $ 900
Participants
This tour operates on a minimum of 02 and average group size of 20 participants.
Note: This tour is not part of our small group journeys
Customised Itinerary If you would like to have a tour on dates other than the above ones or with a customised itinerary, please contact us and we will be happy to work out an exclusive program for you. Foreign Language Departures Please contact us for information on French, German, Italian and Spanish speaking departures. You may e-mail us at bestway@bestway.com or call us at 604.264.7378. Residents of U.S.A./Canada may call us toll free at 1.800.663.0844.