Itinerary
- Day 1
Vienna
You'll arrive in Vienna by 5:00pm and meet up with your tour group for a brief orientation. Around 6:00pm, take a walk through the city to get your bearings, then join everyone for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant to kick things off.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local restaurant)
- Day 2
Vienna
This morning starts with a guided walking tour through Vienna's Baroque architecture, including St Stephen's Cathedral. You'll have free time at Sweden Square to grab coffee and snacks, then head to Schönbrunn Palace Grounds to check out the Christmas market. Later, ride the Wiener Riesenrad Giant Ferris Wheel for views across the city, and visit another festive Christmas market before the day ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Vienna including St Stephen's Cathedral
- Visit to Schönbrunn Palace Grounds Christmas market
- Ride on the Wiener Riesenrad (Giant Ferris Wheel)
- Visit to Vienna Christmas Markets
Optional Activities
- Try Sachertorte (Austrian chocolate cake) at Sweden Square
Landmarks/POIs St Stephen's Cathedral Schwedenplatz Schönbrunn Palace Grounds Wiener Riesenrad - Day 3
Vienna to Ljubljana
Cross into Slovenia and walk through Maribor's historic center. Stop at the Old Vine House to sample local wines and produce near the world's oldest fruit-bearing vine. From there, continue to Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital, and explore a Christmas market with mulled wine and free time for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Maribor walking tour
- Tastings at the Old Vine House (Hiša Stare Trte)
- Visit to Ljubljana Christmas Market
Optional Activities
- Dinner during free time in Ljubljana
Landmarks/POIs Old Vine House (Hiša Stare Trte) - Day 4
Lake Bled
Start with a walking tour of Ljubljana, including the Central Market, then take the funicular from Krek Square up to Ljubljana Castle for sweeping views. Head to Lake Bled surrounded by snow-covered forests and take a leisurely walk around the lake. Visit Bled Castle for panoramic views, explore local Christmas markets, and return to Ljubljana for a free evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Ljubljana
- Funicular ride from Krek Square to Ljubljana Castle
- Leisurely walk around Lake Bled
- Visit to Bled Castle
- Explore Bled Christmas Market
Optional Activities
- Further exploration of Christmas markets
- Dinner at a local restaurant during evening at leisure
Landmarks/POIs Ljubljana Castle Lake Bled Bled Island Bled Castle - Day 5
Ljubljana to Opatija
Leave Ljubljana for Postojna to explore the Postojna Cave, nearly 12 million years old. Ride a train through its chambers and see intricate calcite formations. Cross into Croatia and arrive in Opatija for an early evening walking tour, visit a Christmas market, then stop at Choco World for chocolate tasting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Marvel at the Postojna Cave
- Train ride through Postojna Cave
- Walking tour of Opatija Christmas Markets
- Chocolate tastings at Choco World
Landmarks/POIs Postojna Cave - Day 6
Opatija to Split
Drive along Croatia's Adriatic coast with views of the sea and snow-dusted Istrian Peninsula. Pass through charming coastal villages with mountains as a backdrop. Stop in Zadar for lunch on your own, then take a guided tour to explore the city's history. Later, continue to Split, Croatia's second-largest city, arriving in the evening with time to wander.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Zadar guided sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Zadar during free time
Landmarks/POIs Zadar - Day 7
Split
Explore Split's Roman heritage with a tour of Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site from 305 AD. Walk through the palace's cellars, see Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle courtyard, and St. Domnius Cathedral. Afterward, have free time to explore before enjoying a special three-course Croatian Christmas lunch at Stella Croatica Village. Spend the rest of the day on narrow streets and along the waterfront.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Three-course lunch of traditional Croatian Christmas dishes at Stella Croatica Village)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Split including entry to Diocletian's Palace
- Special experience: Three-course Croatian Christmas lunch at Stella Croatica Village
Optional Activities
- Explore Split's charming narrow streets during leisure time
- Relax along the waterfront during leisure time
Landmarks/POIs Diocletian's Palace Jupiter's Temple St. Domnius Cathedral - Day 8
Split to Zagreb
Leave Split and travel through Croatia's countryside to Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO World Heritage site where frozen waterfalls create ice formations during winter. Enjoy a peaceful walk through the lakes and have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue to Zagreb, arriving in the evening with free time to explore the capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant near Plitvice Lakes)
Included Activities
- Walk along the boardwalks in Plitvice Lakes National Park
Optional Activities
- Explore Zagreb surroundings during evening free time
Landmarks/POIs Plitvice Lakes National Park - Day 9
Zagreb
Take a guided tour of Zagreb on foot, seeing St. Mark's Church with its colorful medieval roof, St. Catherine's Church with Baroque details, and Zagreb Cathedral with twin Gothic spires. Pass by the Parliament and Government Palace. Participate in a UNESCO-recognized gingerbread heart decorating workshop in the city center, explore Christmas markets, and finish with a farewell dinner with your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with the group)
Included Activities
- Zagreb guided sightseeing
- Walking tour of Zagreb landmarks
- Gingerbread Heart decorating workshop
- Explore Zagreb Christmas Markets
Landmarks/POIs St. Mark's Church St. Catherine's Church Zagreb Cathedral Parliament and Government Palace - Day 10
Zagreb
Your tour concludes after breakfast. Say goodbye to your new friends and to Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
