Country Roads of Dalmatia and the Adriatic Riviera

Day 1 (Door to Door)

Arrive Vienna

Enjoy your private car door to door transfer to your departure airport before your flight to Vienna and your transfer to the first hotel. Settle in and later, meet your Tour Director and fellow passengers for a Welcome Drink. Perhaps start your tour with a special concert?
Hotel: Hilton Vienna (D)

Day 2

Vienna - Budapest (2)

We cross the Hungarian border and continue to Budapest to enjoy a panoramic view across the Danube from Gellert Hill. Then we walk through the cobbled streets of the Castle Hill district to marvel at the murals in Matthias Church beside the Fisherman's Bastion. We view the Royal Palace of Buda, then cross the Danube to the Pest district to visit Heroes' Square and drive down Andrassy Boulevard. (BB)
Hotel: Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge (SFC)

Day 3

Budapest at leisure

A whole day to relax or explore this grandmetropolis. Perhaps shop for bargains in fine porcelain ormaybe take an optional excursion to the famous artists' colony of Szentendre? (BB)
Hotel: Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge (SFC)

Day 4

Budapest - Zagreb (2)

We drive alongside tranquil Lake Balaton and hear about the excellent wines produced along the shores. We stop to admire the abbey of Tihany, then continue to the Croatian border and the capital, Zagreb. A guided tour takes us to Roosevelt Square, Ban Josip Jelacic Square and the cathedral. We walk through the medieval Upper Town to see the Stone Gate, St Mark's Church and Lotršcak Tower. This evening, you are invited to choose from a selection of restaurants for your dining pleasure. (BB)
Hotel: Sheraton Zagreb (SFC)

Day 5

Zagreb at leisure

Today is yours to explore at leisure. The Ilica is the hub of Zagreb's shopping scene or perhaps take an excursion to the Zagorje region to learn about local culture and tradition? (BB)
Hotel: Sheraton Zagreb (SFC)

Day 6

Zagreb - Split

We head for the charming fishing villages and sun drenched resorts along the Adriatic Riviera and stay tonight in the historic port of Split. (BB)
Hotel: Atrium (SFC)

Day 7

Split sightseeing - Korcula

1700 years ago the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here and our local guide will lead you through the labyrinth of streets and historical buildings within that same palace.We see St. Duje's, (originally Diocletian'smausoleum), the Temple of Jupiter (today, a baptistery) and the Golden Gate.We then venture into the underground rooms thought to have housed his slaves. Later we drive along the coast for a short ferry crossing to the island of Korcula. (BB, D)
Hotel: Marco Polo (FC)

Day 8

Korcula - Dubrovnik (3)

Our guided walking tour of Korcula town takes us to the cathedral, the town museum and the Bishop's Palace. The locals also claim Marco Polo was born here and we see his ruined house next. After some free time we cross over to the beautiful southern slopes of the Peljesac peninsula.We stop amid the age-old vines to see how wine is produced and enjoy a taste before continuing to the walled town of Dubrovnik. (BB)
Hotel: Libertas Rixos (SFC)

Day 9

Dubrovnik sightseeing

Today our guided city tour explores the stone paved streets inside the 16th century bastions of Dubrovnik's old town. We see Onofrio's fountain and the Rector's Palace, as well as the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. For the remainder of your stay, you are at leisure in this 'pearl of the Adriatic'. (BB, D)
Hotel: Libertas Rixos (SFC)

Day 10

Dubrovnik at leisure

Dubrovnik is 'paradise on earth' according to George Bernard Shaw. Enjoy a day to stroll with friends along the ancient city walls, relax by the pool, shop in the bazaar or enjoy the local cuisine. (BB)
Hotel: Libertas Rixos (SFC)

Day 11

Dubrovnik - Trogir - Plitvice

We enjoy the scenery as we drive along the Dalmatian coast with its sparkling deep blue seas, studded with rocky islands. Then we visit Trogir, founded by the Greeks in 400BC, to admire the cathedral and Renaissance Cipiko Palace before continuing to the Plitvice region. (BB, D)
Hotel: Jezero (FC)

Day 12

Plitvice - Ljubljana (2)

Get ready for one of Europe's natural wonders. Plitvice National Park is a scenic wonderland of 16 interconnecting lakes, flanked by thundering waterfalls and primeval forest. This afternoon we drive through the unique region of Lika, crossing into Slovenia and reaching the "beloved" city of Ljubljana. (BB, D)
Hotel: Lev (SFC)

Day 13

Ljubljana sightseeing

A local guide reveals the Baroque elegance of the Slovenian capital. The imposing medieval castle stands as ancient guardian, the City Hall and Cathedral of St Nicholas testify to its historical importance, while the Triple Bridge spans the river adorned with cafés and restaurants. This afternoon is at leisure to shop or for optional excursions. (BB)
Hotel: Lev (SFC)

Day 14

Ljubljana - Vienna

It's only a short drive back across the Austrian border to the forested mountains of Styria. We return to the stately capital of Vienna where, this evening, we enjoy good food, good wine and good company at an end-of-tour Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (BB, FD)
Hotel: Hilton Vienna (D)

Day 15 (Door to Door)

Depart Vienna

Our tour comes to an end this morning. Airport transfers are available to Vienna International Airport for your return flight back to the UK. On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting private car for your door to door transfer to your home. (BB)

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    All went extremely well. My only criticism (as on previous Trafalgar/Insight coaches) is the amount of tipping which is asked for. We feel like mean Brits when we don't act like Americans on this, but all local guides & tour directors should be paid a professional fee, and customers should not be asked to make up for insufficient salaries. Passing the hat round for the driver should be the only extra. If this costs the companies more, then the price should be included in the brochure cost. Milestones customers should know exactly what a tour is going to cost them, and pay just that.

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    Fine, as always from Milestones staff. The only thing which annoys us is the constant requests for tips - see below.
    

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    We do realise that many of our brands around the world have made the decision to include gratuities within the holiday cost. However this does increase the overall tour price and we at Milestones want that to be at our client´s discretion. It is customary in Europe and other parts of the world to tip for a service provided and that is why in our literature to assist our clients, we advise of the `recommended´ amounts should you feel that you want to recognise good, quality service.
    
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    this was 2010 holiday

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    we had to cancel our holiday thos year due to illness
    

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