Discover the best of Croatia & the eastern delights of Europe. Explore 9 incredible European countries & their cultures, cities, and landmarks.
This 14-day Croatian and Eastern Delights tour winds through famous cities, landscapes and landmarks. Begin in Munich, see Salzburg and Ljubljana before touring Croatia. Discover Dubrovnik's historic city walls and bask in the beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Explore beautiful Budapest, Vienna, Belgrade and Prague the local way!
Hotel in Munich
Hotel in Munich
13 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
13 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
13 Breakfasts | 2 Lunches | 6 Dinners
13 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
6 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Hotel in Munich | 10:00 AM
Hotel in Munich | 10:00 AM
Welcome to Munich! After meeting up with your tour leader at the hotel this morning, embark on an orientation tour of this captivating city. Choose to join today’s optional excursion and follow a local guide to learn more about Munich’s top sights and taste delicious Bavarian cuisine! Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian three-course dinner at a historic restaurant in Munich.
Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.
Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.
Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.
Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.
Join a local guide to discover Munich’s top sights and delicious cuisine! See Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus and more before visiting Viktualienmarkt.
Join a local guide to discover Munich’s top sights and delicious cuisine! See Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus and more before visiting Viktualienmarkt.
Today’s first stop is Salzburg, Austria. Featuring gorgeous architecture and imposing cliffs in the distance, Salzburg feels like stepping into a fairy tale! Next, stop at Slovenia’s scenic Lake Bled. On arrival in Ljubljana, embark on a walking tour of this gem of a city. This evening, why not sample traditional Slovenian cuisine with our Taste of Ljubljana optional excursion?
Discover this spectacular Alpine city where the UNESCO-listed Old City's medieval architecture faces the 19th-century New City, all overlooked by a fairytale castle.
Discover this spectacular Alpine city where the UNESCO-listed Old City's medieval architecture faces the 19th-century New City, all overlooked by a fairytale castle.
Situated in the Julian Alps, this dreamy lake surrounds Bled Island and is home to the medieval Bled Castle on the north shore.
Situated in the Julian Alps, this dreamy lake surrounds Bled Island and is home to the medieval Bled Castle on the north shore.
Join a local guide to explore Ljubljana’s old town, Preseren Square, the Riverfront, Dragon Bridge and more. Don’t miss St. Nicholas Church’s spectacular Baroque architecture!
Join a local guide to explore Ljubljana’s old town, Preseren Square, the Riverfront, Dragon Bridge and more. Don’t miss St. Nicholas Church’s spectacular Baroque architecture!
Discover Slovenian wine culture with a sommelier-led tasting in Ljubljana’s Old Town, followed by a delicious three-course dinner of local delicacies.
Discover Slovenian wine culture with a sommelier-led tasting in Ljubljana’s Old Town, followed by a delicious three-course dinner of local delicacies.
Today, be treated to some of the most picturesque natural landscapes in Europe! Visit the world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia. Stroll along the boardwalks and marvel at the incredible natural scenery of Croatia’s largest national park. Later, head to Split. Enjoy a delicious, three-course dinner at a beautiful local restaurant before heading to the hotel.
The world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park is filled with waterfalls, lush vegetation and countless lakes. This is one of Europe’s most beautiful natural destinations!
The world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park is filled with waterfalls, lush vegetation and countless lakes. This is one of Europe’s most beautiful natural destinations!
This morning, enjoy an orientation tour of Split’s historic old town. En route to Dubrovnik, stop in Ston, known for its impressive town walls and delectable oysters! Arrive in Dubrovnik and set off on a guided tour with a local guide. Afterwards, join the optional excursion for a magical sunset cruise followed by a delicious local dinner.
Head into Split’s Old Town to visit key sights such as Fruit Square and Diocletian’s Palace on an orientation tour followed by free time.
Head into Split’s Old Town to visit key sights such as Fruit Square and Diocletian’s Palace on an orientation tour followed by free time.
Join a local guide and get acquainted with this medieval walled city featuring a tapestry of spectacular architecture - including churches, monasteries, fountains and museums.
Join a local guide and get acquainted with this medieval walled city featuring a tapestry of spectacular architecture - including churches, monasteries, fountains and museums.
Experience the magic of Dubrovnik at sunset aboard the historic ship Karaka. Then, enjoy a delicious three-course dinner in the heart of the old town!
Experience the magic of Dubrovnik at sunset aboard the historic ship Karaka. Then, enjoy a delicious three-course dinner in the heart of the old town!
Explore Dubrovnik further today. With most of the main attractions located within the city walls in the ‘old town’, it’s easy to navigate the historic streets. Alternatively, choose our optional excursion to Montenegro and experience one of Europe’s lesser-visited gems. Discover natural beauty and rich history as we drive through charming countryside to the UNESCO Heritage-listed town of Kotor.
Add another Balkan country to your trip and visit Montenegro! Tour the UNESCO heritage-listed town of Kotor and visit Perast and Verige.
Add another Balkan country to your trip and visit Montenegro! Tour the UNESCO heritage-listed town of Kotor and visit Perast and Verige.
Travel to Sarajevo, stopping on the way in the enchanting Balkan town of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Mostar is home to beautiful religious buildings and churches, and a vast collection of Roman, Greek, Croatian and Ottoman influences. Arrive in Sarajevo, the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and learn all about the city on a walking tour.
Enjoy free time to explore this charming medieval Balkan city located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The famous Stari Most is a must see!
Enjoy free time to explore this charming medieval Balkan city located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The famous Stari Most is a must see!
Join a local guide and learn all about Sarajevo’s turbulent past, rich history and vibrant local culture.
Join a local guide and learn all about Sarajevo’s turbulent past, rich history and vibrant local culture.
Continue to Belgrade, capital of Serbia. Enjoy a tour of the city with a local guide, spotting highlights including Republic Square, Kalemegdan park and Belgrade fortress. Belgrade radiates gritty exuberance in its many architectural contrasts with socialist blocks set amongst more grandiose buildings. After, sit down for an included dinner before enjoying free time to explore the city.
Explore Knez Mihailova, Belgrade's elegant pedestrian boulevard lined with historically-protected architecture, charming grand coffee houses, and cultural treasures.
Explore Knez Mihailova, Belgrade's elegant pedestrian boulevard lined with historically-protected architecture, charming grand coffee houses, and cultural treasures.
Travel to Hungary today, stopping at a traditional horse farm. Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious lunch of Hungary’s national dish - Goulash, a rich and hearty beef stew! Next, travel to Budapest. Embark on an evening driving tour to see top sights like the Parliament Building and St. Stephen’s Basilica. Later, enjoy an included dinner at a quaint local restaurant.
Located on the Great Hungarian Plain, this farm has more than 100 horses as well as bison, sheep and donkeys!
Located on the Great Hungarian Plain, this farm has more than 100 horses as well as bison, sheep and donkeys!
Marvel at must-see attractions like Budapest Parliament, St Stephen's Basilica, the state opera and the castle district on this locally-guided driving tour.
Marvel at must-see attractions like Budapest Parliament, St Stephen's Basilica, the state opera and the castle district on this locally-guided driving tour.
The best way to spend this free day is by joining the Budapest+! Experience Budapest’s most famous sights including St. Stephen’s Basilica, Central Market Hall and more on an immersive guided tour. Next, choose to visit the Szechenyi Baths to experience the healing thermal waters. Tonight, enjoy the city at dusk with an optional evening cruise along the Danube.
Discover Budapest’s top sights, uncover its history and gain an insight into local culture on this locally guided tour!
Discover Budapest’s top sights, uncover its history and gain an insight into local culture on this locally guided tour!
Escape to the rejuvenating Szechenyi Baths in Budapest! Experience the healing, mineral-rich thermal pools and enjoy skip-the-line access.
Escape to the rejuvenating Szechenyi Baths in Budapest! Experience the healing, mineral-rich thermal pools and enjoy skip-the-line access.
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
The grandeur of Vienna is calling today! Along the way, stop off in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia, for an orientation tour and traditional lunch. On arrival in Vienna, take a driving tour to soak up the city’s cultural and historical splendour. Tonight’s optional excursion offers a three-course dinner and concert in the Schönbrunn Palace Orangery.
Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Bratislava’s charming and historic landmarks. Gaze up at Bratislava Castle which overlooks the city.
Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Bratislava’s charming and historic landmarks. Gaze up at Bratislava Castle which overlooks the city.
Explore Vienna’s Golden Mile, discover the courtyards and passages around the Hofburg (Imperial Castle) and admire St. Stephen’s Cathedral with a local guide.
Explore Vienna’s Golden Mile, discover the courtyards and passages around the Hofburg (Imperial Castle) and admire St. Stephen’s Cathedral with a local guide.
Experience a delicious Austrian dinner followed by a Mozart and Strauss concert in the historic Schönbrunn Orangery.
Experience a delicious Austrian dinner followed by a Mozart and Strauss concert in the historic Schönbrunn Orangery.
Travel to the Czech Republic. En route, learn about a dark chapter of Europe’s history during a visit to Mauthausen concentration camp. Afterwards, enjoy a comfort stop in the charming Czech town of Český Krumlov. Arrive in Prague later today and take a guided walking tour. For dinner, experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant.
Learn about a darker chapter in Europe’s history at a WW2 labour camp where hundreds of thousands of political prisoners lost their lives.
Learn about a darker chapter in Europe’s history at a WW2 labour camp where hundreds of thousands of political prisoners lost their lives.
Visit Český Krumlov and enjoy the local scenery which includes Renaissance and Baroque style architecture as well as a spectacular castle!
Visit Český Krumlov and enjoy the local scenery which includes Renaissance and Baroque style architecture as well as a spectacular castle!
Join a local guide and see highlights like Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, and enjoy views of the iconic Prague Castle.
Join a local guide and see highlights like Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, and enjoy views of the iconic Prague Castle.
Experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant. You will also have the option to try the famous Czech beer. Pilsner anyone?
Experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant. You will also have the option to try the famous Czech beer. Pilsner anyone?
Explore Prague on this free day. The Prague+ excursion visits the Prague Castle and Malá Strana neighbourhood before cruising the Vltava River. This afternoon, embark on the Prague Tastes & Tales optional excursion for an interactive look into Prague’s history followed by a Slivovitz distillery tasting tour. Tonight, join the unforgettable Traditional Czech Folk Music & Dance Evening!
Tour the incredible Prague Castle, wander through the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood, cruise the Vltava River, enjoy a buffet lunch and more!
Tour the incredible Prague Castle, wander through the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood, cruise the Vltava River, enjoy a buffet lunch and more!
Tour Prague’s tastes and tales, starting with the Story of Prague museum. Enjoy a 5D multimedia tour and tasting at a premier Slivovitz distillery.
Tour Prague’s tastes and tales, starting with the Story of Prague museum. Enjoy a 5D multimedia tour and tasting at a premier Slivovitz distillery.
Enjoy a delicious three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks while delighting in a traditional folk show complete with Czech music and dancing!
Enjoy a delicious three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks while delighting in a traditional folk show complete with Czech music and dancing!
On the way back to Munich, stop in Nuremberg. This Bavarian city is home to incredible architecture, most of which was painstakingly restored after WW2 bombings. Tonight is the last night of the tour and the group is back in Munich. Why not get together with your new-found travel friends for a farewell dinner?
Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of this historic Bavarian city’s top sights. Start at Kaiserburg and finish in Hauptmarkt.
Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of this historic Bavarian city’s top sights. Start at Kaiserburg and finish in Hauptmarkt.
After two weeks spent seeing incredible destinations in Croatia and several eastern European countries, the tour concludes today after breakfast. Don’t forget to swap details with your fellow travellers before your onward journey home!
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
Experience the magic of Dubrovnik at sunset aboard the historic ship Karaka. Then, enjoy a delicious three-course dinner in the heart of the old town!
Discover Budapest’s top sights, uncover its history and gain an insight into local culture on this locally guided tour!
Join a local guide and get acquainted with this medieval walled city featuring a tapestry of spectacular architecture - including churches, monasteries, fountains and museums.
The world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park is filled with waterfalls, lush vegetation and countless lakes. This is one of Europe’s most beautiful natural destinations!
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Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.
Join a local guide to discover Munich’s top sights and delicious cuisine! See Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus and more before visiting Viktualienmarkt.
Discover Slovenian wine culture with a sommelier-led tasting in Ljubljana’s Old Town, followed by a delicious three-course dinner of local delicacies.
Experience the magic of Dubrovnik at sunset aboard the historic ship Karaka. Then, enjoy a delicious three-course dinner in the heart of the old town!
Add another Balkan country to your trip and visit Montenegro! Tour the UNESCO heritage-listed town of Kotor and visit Perast and Verige.
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
Escape to the rejuvenating Szechenyi Baths in Budapest! Experience the healing, mineral-rich thermal pools and enjoy skip-the-line access.
Discover Budapest’s top sights, uncover its history and gain an insight into local culture on this locally guided tour!
Experience a delicious Austrian dinner followed by a Mozart and Strauss concert in the historic Schönbrunn Orangery.
Tour the incredible Prague Castle, wander through the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood, cruise the Vltava River, enjoy a buffet lunch and more!
Tour Prague’s tastes and tales, starting with the Story of Prague museum. Enjoy a 5D multimedia tour and tasting at a premier Slivovitz distillery.
Enjoy a delicious three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks while delighting in a traditional folk show complete with Czech music and dancing!
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Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Munich, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
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This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.