17 days Athens, Kalambaka, Ohrid, Tirana, Tivat, Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice, Bled, Zagreb
Day 1 Monday
Athens -Arrival Day
On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel by IBMT representative. The balance of the day is free. You can meet your fellow travelers tonight at Welcome Taverna Dinner in the Plaka beside the Acropolis.
(Dinner)
Day 2 Tuesday
Athens
You will see the highlights of Athens this morning on a sightseeing tour. This cosmopolitan and bustling capital city is set amid reminders of a long and a glorious past: graceful temples, centuries – old monasteries and ornate Byzantine churches. Visit the immortal Acropolis, the Parthenon, said to be the most perfectly proportioned building of all time, Also, you will see the Erectheion with the Porch of the Maidens, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Wingless Victory. Below the Acropolis lies the Ancient Agora and the Theaters of Dionysus and Herodus Atticus. Your afternoon and evening are free.
(Breakfast)
Day 3 Wednesday
Athens - Kalambaka
Your first stop this morning is Delphi, where the famous Oracle once foretold the destiny of men. The temple of Apollo in which the Oracle functioned, was built in the 6th century B.C. Also see the Sacred Way, the Stadium and the Castilian Fountain, where pilgrims cleansed themselves in preparation for consulting the Oracle. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, which contains an impressive collection of finds from the site, including the beautiful “Bronze Charioteer”, before continuing to Kalambaka.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 Thursday
Kalambaka - Ohrid, The Republic of North Macedonia
After breakfast, admire the fantastic landscapes of Meteora, known as “the rocks that fell from the sky”, where monks built their rock – top monasteries far away from civilization. Out of the 13 large and 20 small monasteries and hermit’s cells, only four are now active. The most important is Megalo of Great Meteoro, of peculiar architecture with its tall and intricate dome, twelve sides and fine frescoes. Continue across the border to the Republic of North Macedonia, and on to Ohrid.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 5 Friday
Ohrid - Tirana, Albania
The lakeside resort of Ohrid is an important cultural and spiritual center, classified as UNESCO’s World Heritage site. You will start your morning sightseeing with a walk through the cobblestone streets of the old town. Visit the Cathedral of St. Sofia, containing some magnificent frescoes from the 10th century. This afternoon we travel to Tirana, capital of Albania.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 6 Saturday
Tirana
On a Morning sightseeing tour, you will see Sheshi Skenderbej (Skanderbeg Square) the Mosque of Ethem Bey, the Clock Tower, and the statue of G.K. Skanderbeg, Albania’s national hero; the Palace of Culture, built with Soviet assistance, and the National History Museum with a mosaic on its façade portraying Albanian history. Your afternoon is free to continue exploring on your own, shop, or simply just relax.
(Breakfast)
Day 7 Sunday
Tivat, Montenegro
After breakfast we leave Tirana towards town of Shkodra, nowadays a major cultural center. Shkodra was the center of the Illyrian tribe Labeat and was taken by the Romans in the year 168 B.C. We will see of the Rozafa Castle, magnificently situated on a rocky outcrop of limestone high above the city, before we cross the border to Montenegro and drive to Tivat. Dinner upon arrival.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 8 Monday
Tivat - Dubrovnik, Croatia
After breakfast, our journey takes us to Dubrovnik. On the way you will see Kotor Bay, the only South European fiord and we stop for orientation tour of old town Kotor, a UNESCO heritage Site. We continue to Dubrovnik.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 9 Tuesday
Dubrovnik
After the breakfast, you will have walking tour of Old Dubrovnik visit the Rector's Palace, and see the Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery, and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is free
Optional Excursion: Home hosted Dubelj with dinner.
(Breakfast)
Day 10 Wednesday
Split
You will be travelling north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to the city of Split.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 11 Thursday
Split
In the morning, you will enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then you will see the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The rest of the day at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split, enjoy at the beach or join us on an Optional Excursion to Jet Set spot of rich and famous – Island of Hvar.
(Breakfast)
Day 12 Friday
Trogir- Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, we head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Then, we turn inland and travel to spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. Have your camera ready as you will take a walking tour around the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 13 Saturday
Opatija- Postojna-Bled-Slovenia
We return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. After a bit of free time, our journey continue north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, we continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 14 Sunday
Bled
An Alpine Lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travelers in the middle of the 19th century. A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the lakeshore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion visiting the small island in the middle of the lake, browse through the shops and boutiques, or simply enjoy the enchanting scenery.
(Breakfast)
Day 15 Monday
Ljubljana-Zagreb, Croatia
Today,we leave the mountains and head to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. You will see the most significant sights of the old city center on a walking tour. Highlights include the picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba's Fountain. Then,we continue to Zagreb, Croatia’s capital city.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 16 Tuesday
Zagreb
This morning, you will enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to see the countryside.
(Breakfast)
Day 17 Wednesday
Depart Zagreb
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.Thank you for choosing IBMT Tours.
(Breakfast)
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- First class hotels
- Arrival transfer Athens’ airport to the hotel on day 1
- Departure transfer hotel to Zagreb airport on day 17
- Breakfast daily and 10 dinners
- Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Professional Tour Director throughout
- Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
- Whisper technology enhanced touring
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Tour Spotlights:
- Athens
- Kalambaka
- Ohrid
- Tirana
- Kotor
- Dubrovnik
- Split
- Plitvice Lakes
- Postojna Cave
- Bled
- Zagreb
- Athens: Stanley (F)/ Titania (F) or similar
- Kalambaka: Grand Meteora (F) or similar
- Ohrid: Hotel Granit (F) or similar
- Tirana: Colosseo (F) or similar
- Tivat: Hotel Palma (F) or similar
- Dubrovnik: Lacroma (F)/ Argosy (F) or similar
- Split: Hotel Corner (F) or similar
- Plitvice: Hotel Jezero (F) or similar
- Bled: Park (F)/ Rikli Balance (F) or similar
- Zagreb: Sheraton (DLX)/ The Westin (DLX) or similar
