TAILORMADE
Yugoslavia
10 nights & 11 days
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EXPLORE OUR TAILORMADE TOUR TO YUGOSLAVIA
Some look back in Sorrow, some miss the good old days. Yugoslavia was indeed a land of contradiction & diversity. It’s really hard to understand the reason behind breakup of Yugoslavia? Especially when visiting countries that have risen from its ashes, such as Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia-Herzegovina & Serbia. The best advice in this situation is following a very popular Serbian saying “You have to look at the apple from all sides.” So, in this journey we will see best of Adriatic, Balkan beauty & hear the stories of most interesting and intrigue moments of Yugoslavia history from creation to final break up while visiting Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Serbia.
YUGOSLAVIA
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DAY 1
LJUBLIJANA-WALK THROUGH EUROPES SMALLEST CAPITAL HISTORY & LOCAL FOOD SAMPLING.
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DAY 2
LJUBLIJANA- LAKE BLED,POSTOJNA CAVE & PREDJAMA CASTLE
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DAY 3
SPLIT -ENROUTE EXCURSION TO PILTVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK
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DAY 4
SPLIT & TROGIR – GUIDED TOUR
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DAY 5
DUBROVNIK -GUIDED TOUR & LOCAL DINNER
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DAY 6
DUBROVNIK- MONTENEGRO TOUR
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DAY 7
VIA MOSTAR SARAJEVO –GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF MOSTAR & LUNCH
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DAY 8
VIA MOSTAR SARAJEVO –GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF MOSTAR & LUNCH
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DAY 9
BOHEMIAN NIGHT IN BELGRADE & DINNER
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DAY 10
MYSTERIOUS BELGRADE
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DAY 11
DEPARTURE
DESIGNING YOUR JOURNEY
Star Vacations has designed the perfect itinerary for an immersive journey to Yugoslavia. Our travel experts know the destination inside and out, and they can make recommendations based on your travel needs and preferences.
DAY 1
LJUBLIJANA-WALK THROUGH EUROPES SMALLEST CAPITAL HISTORY & LOCAL FOOD SAMPLING
Welcome to Slovenia! In the afternoon join guided city tour; walk through the impressive center and medieval old town. See the houses, squares, monuments, bridges and alleys – feel the quaint energy of one of Europe’s smallest capitals blended in with the vibrant beat of one of Europe’s largest universities. After walking tour of city, it’s time to get into the Slovenian side of the story of rise & fall of the Communist era while sampling Honey Liquor & Slovenian delicacies. Evening is free for wandering around this lovely city. Welcome Dinner at one of the outdoor cafés along the river with soft drinks, beer & wine.
Overnight in Ljubljana.
DAY 2
LJUBLIJANA – LAKE BLED,POSTOJNA CAVE & PREDJAMA CASTLE
Today our guide will take around best places in Slovenia just in a day. First, visit the magical Lake Bled which is just 45 minutes from Ljubljana. There you can ascend the old castle perched on top of a steep cliff above the glacial Lake Bled. Castle terraces offer spectacular views of the lake and its tiny island in the middle. Also enjoy a boat ride with ‘Pletna’ – traditional boat made by locals. From Bled you will head south to discover the mysteries of Slovenian karst in Postojna cave. Guided tour will consist of a ride by electrical train and followed by a walk through beautiful passages and chambers with spectacular drop stones, pillars, limestone curtains and other unforgettable forms.
Continue to idyllic village of Predjama where you will be amazed by our fairy tale medieval Predjama castle with dramatic setting in the gaping mouth of a cavern halfway up a hillside. Learn about the legend of Erasmus – ‘Slovenian Robin Hood’ and return back to Ljubljana.
Overnight in Ljubljana.
DAY 3
SPLIT -ENROUTE EXCURSION TO PILTVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK
Today start early to Split, on the way stop at the Croatia‘s water wonderland and one of Europe‘s premier nature preserves: Plitvice Lakes National Park, spend few hours to hike along rustic boardwalk trails connecting the idyllic forests, travertine stone cliffs, clear blue lakes and gushing waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park. After a lunch break, we‘ll drive along the Dinaric Alps to the Dalmatian Coast seaside town of Split.
Dinner in Local Restaurant.
Overnight in Split.
DAY 4
SPLIT & TROGIR – GUIDED TOUR
After breakfast, take a trip through time on an historical tour of Split that goes from the days of Diocletian to the fall of Yugoslavia. Learn all about its impressive history and culture with help from your expert tour guide.
Later proceed to the beautiful Town of Trogir, connected to the mainland by a bridge and nestled on a little island off the coast. Found inside some impressive medieval walls, let your heart guide you around the winding marble streets all lit up by traditional streetlamps. Admire the glorious well-kept buildings from the 13th to 15th century, with a fine range from Renaissance and Baroque periods.
Overnight in Split.
DAY 5
DUBROVNIK -GUIDED TOUR & LOCAL DINNER
After breakfast, drive to Dubrovnik and our guide will orient you to Dubrovnik-Pearl of the Adriatic. Tour will cover all beaches & famous sights, markets of Dubrovnik & sharing the History of Croatia. The tour includes the Mount SrdJ Cable Car, Old town, & then you’ll be free to roam around this stone city and its walkable city walls.
Tonight, we’ll have a feast of local specialties together as we share travel memories and toast new friends.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
DAY 6
DUBROVNIK- MONTENEGRO TOUR
After breakfast, trip along the seductive South Adriatic coast to the tiny country of Montenegro, a place of great natural beauty and immense cultural heritage.
Still unspoilt by mass tourism, Montenegro offers some stunning scenery ranging from high rugged mountains in the north to picturesque coastal areas in the south. Admire the Montenegrin fjord in all its majestic beauty. This Nordic look alike is surrounded by imposing grey-white mountains which envelope the fjord and is reflected in the crystalline waters of the bay. Tiny islands are dotted here and there and the whole place has a very magical and romantic air to it.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
DAY 7
VIA MOSTAR SARAJEVO – GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF MOSTAR & LUNCH
Today we’ll cross the border into formerly war-torn Bosnia-Herzegovina and make our way to Mostar, a town that serves up a fascinating blend of south Slavic, Ottoman Turkish and Mediterranean cultural traditions.
Sightseeing tour of the Old City of Mostar, recently included in the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage. We tour its elegant bridge, old Bazaar, the mosque and a typical Turkish house. Today lunch is on us & we will taste Cevapi & few other Bosnian food with Coca Cola. Later Continue to Sarajevo.
Overnight in Sarajevo.
DAY 8
SARAJEVO – GUIDED WALKING TOUR
The city that is commonly associated with the siege in the 1990s has plenty more to offer. Join us in a journey through the past where the guide will reveal the small and big secrets of this city and introduce you to the mysticism of Sarajevo streets and alleys. The tour will take you to the main sights of the Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian architecture and will show you a unique line where East meets West. Enjoy the scent of fresh made coffee, flavors from hookah, sound of church bells and call from the minarets. Learn about the assassination that triggered the First World War and discover why Sarajevo is called European Jerusalem.
Evenings are very vibrant in Sarajevo like any other city of Balkan but its cheapest in Sarajevo. So, don’t miss to venture out tonight.
Overnight in Sarajevo.
DAY 9
BOHEMIAN NIGHT IN BELGRADE & DINNER
Today we will drive to Belgrade. In the evening, we will explore Skadarska Street, the Bohemian heart of Belgrade. This old paved street about 400m long is surrounded by facades and cafes that haven’t changed for 150 years, and it became the gathering place of Serbian artists, poets and the city’s bohemians.
Later we will have Dinner in one of the popular Taverns to feel Bohemian spirit of Skadarlija. Accompanied by pleasant old-city music, you will surely enjoy the specialties of Serbian cuisine, starting from appetizers, soups to main course and desserts. Your welcome drink might be one of the local rakijas and later you have the chance to choose bear and wine form a large selection.
Overnight in Belgrade.
DAY 10
MYSTERIOUS BELGRADE
Today join us for a walk among the shadows of this peculiar country and its former capital, which tells the story of time when Yugoslavia lived happily in “brotherhood and unity”.
The most interesting and intrigue moments of Yugoslavia history from creation to final break up. Highlights on WWII, Communist era (SFRY) and Tito, conflicts in 1990s, also the lifestyle of ordinary people in Yugoslavia. Walk through Belgrade City center on the Republic Square , Dorćol neighborhood and see local “Silicon Valley”. Breath in fresh air at Kalemegdan Park on the confluence of the rivers Sava and Danube, Belgrade Fortress and Victor monument.
Later pop into traditional Serbian cafe called Kafana. So now over the coffee you can ask questions like: How was this country created? Who fought for new Yugoslavia? Who was Tito actually? Why couldn’t we live together?
Our guide has all the answers & many interesting stories to share.
Overnight in Belgrade.
DAY 11
DEPARTURE
After breakfast, time to say goodbye & drive to airport to commence your onward journey….
ACCOMMODATIONS
Yugoslovakia tour specifications
- Economy Class return airfare.
- 2 Nights Accommodation at Ljubljana in a City Centre Accommodation.
- 2 Nights Accommodation at Split in a City Centre Accommodation.
- 2 Nights Accommodation at Dubrovnik in a City Centre Accommodation.
- 2 Nights Accommodation at Sarajevo in a City Centre Accommodation.
- 2 Nights Accommodation in Belgrade at a City Centre Accommodation.
- Transfers by coach as per Itinerary.
- Guided Tours & Sightseeing as mentioned in itinerary.
- Daily Breakfast 2 Lunches & 7 Dinners.
- Services of Enthusiastic Tour Manager.
- Schengen Visa Fee & processing
- GST
• Flight Tickets (Please issue your tickets only after discussion with us)
• Any other sightseeing other than mentioned above
• Any entrance fees or fees for video or camera permit
• Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc
• Any other meals other than those mentioned above
• Insurances charges
• Visa Fee & Processing
• Tips & Gratuities
• City Taxes
• Porterage Charges
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- Booking Deposit 25,000/Per Person
- ROE calculated on date of payment.
- We reserve the rights to change (addition/deletion or exchange) sightseeing places for betterment of the tour programme. We may detour to reach sightseeing places due to traffic conditions; road blocks and that may vary the course of itinerary.
- There will be no refund for unutilized services on tour.
- Hotel may ask for security deposit at time of check-in.
- Cost of any additional drinks over meal has to be borne by guest.
- If you need someone to assist to bring luggage to/from your room we can book porter service at additional fees.
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