SLOVENIA + CROATIA

Golden autumn and Truffles

Enjoy delicious food & the beauty of nature

Between beautiful sceneries and charming heritage citadels, we will feast on fresh seafood, Dalmatian lamb, local wines, hunt for truffles and more… Our journey across Slovenia and Croatia brings us to the magnificent Julian Alps, the hidden gem of Istria, emerald Plitvice lakes and the Dalmatian coast.
 

At a glance

Gourmet Trails® signature journey
9 days in Slovenia & Croatia

Begin in Ljubljana & end in Dubrovnik. Tour duration excludes flight days.

Itinerary can be customised. Feel free to discuss changes & special requests with our travel designer!


 
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Ljubljana

Day 1.
Meet & greet at the airport. Explore Ljubljana’s historical Old Town with a passionate local including the city’s iconic bridges and Ljubljana castle fortress. Dinner tonight at a famous local restaurant.

 
 

Julian Alps

Day 2.
Off to the beautiful Lake Bled where we will board a traditional pletna boat to the island church in middle of the lake. But there is more!
Please select one Custom Choice:
(1) guided walk through local villages and scenic meadows (2) cable car up Mount Vogel for panoramic views of Julian Alps and Lake Bohinj

 
 

Ljubljana

Day 3.
Walking distance from your hotel, join the locals at bustling Central Market stalls. Pick and choose your lunch from the various food stalls! After lunch, we head to Istria peninsula, hidden gem of Croatia.

 
 

Istria countryside

Day 3. 4. 5.
A hidden gem of rolling hills and delicious produce… We visit a lovely family-owned vineyard and sample local wines, olives & cheeses. Tuck into Dalmatian lamb and local pastas.

Truffle hunting experience followed by a truffles lunch!
Special: Drop by truffles festival events (seasonal in autumn)

Explore medieval hilltop towns of Motovun and artsy Groznjan with an expert local guide from this region. Not forgetting the Ancient Roman ruins in Pula, and historical highlights of Rovinj

 
 

Plitvice Lakes

Day 6.
Emerald waters and numerous waterfalls at breathtaking Plitvice National Park. Tuck into a home-cooked dinner at your friendly guesthouse tonight

 
 

Split & Around

Day 7.
UNESCO Heritage city: guided history walk including Emperor Diocletian’s Palace built in 4th century AD. Drop by a wine bar and an olive oil bar!

 
 

Dubrovnik

Day 8. 9.
Seafood lunch feast at a coastal town including fresh local oysters.
Our private guide brings history to life as we walk the famous city walls and visit the Franciscan Monastery. Wander at leisure and souvenir shopping time around the Old Town.

Please select one Custom Choice:
(3) Dubrovik cable car for aerial views of the ancient city center (4) Avoid the crowds and relax at your luxe seaside hotel
 
 
Private transfer to the airport for your flight home on the last day.

 
 

 

MAP

Route Overview


This itinerary begins in Ljubljana (Slovenia) and ends in Dubrovnik (Croatia)
Thinking of extending your trip? Just let us know
 
 

 

ACCOMMODATION

Sample photos


Quality midrange hotel stays
 
 


Boutique countryside guesthouse
 
 

Upscale chic hotel with Sea View Rooms guaranteed
 
 

 

PRICING

Please contact us with your preferred Custom Choices and any special requests.
Returning clients enjoy $200 off per trip!

Here is an estimate:

2pax tour 6pax tour
fr $5900pp fr $3900pp

 
INCLUSIVES

  • private driver with Mercedes-class vehicle
  • premium sightseeing & tastings with expert local guides and hosts
  • your selected Custom Choices
  • accommodation mix of quality midrange, boutique and upscale stays
  • restaurant reservation assistance
  • Travelkit App with sightseeing info, travel tips and good food recommendations
  • daily breakfast & special meals: truffles lunch, a home-cooked dinner and a seafood lunch with fresh local oysters!

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    EXCLUDES

  • international flight
  • other meals (order as you wish at the restaurants!)
  • travel insurance
  • visa, if any
  • shopping and other personal expenses

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