CROATIA Chocolate tasting Pula
ESCAPE
Pula
Rovinj Croatia’s Istrian Coast WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Just You Tour Manager as your host
• Return flights from Heathrow with Croatia Airlines
• 7 nights half board in a 4-star hotel • 14 meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 dinners
PLUS… • Specialist Local Guide
• Welcome drink & farewell get-together
• Overseas transfers & other transportation
• Porterage
• Dedicated Just You representative to greet you at all UK airports
DAY 1 UK to Rijeka You’ll fly to Rijeka today and transfer to your hotel in Lovran, a charming town with a relaxed atmosphere on the eastern coast of Istria. Enjoy some time to settle in and explore your surroundings, before getting to know your travelling companions over a welcome drink before dinner this evening.
DAY 2 Opatija Located in Kvarner Bay, the stylish resort of Opatija, boasts amazing sea views and splendid Austro-Hungarian architecture. We’ll visit here on today’s included excursion and take a stroll around the beautifully maintained gardens and along the lovely coastal promenade – the Lungomare – which forms a stunning backdrop to the town’s elegant villas, hotels, shops and cafés. We’ll also enjoy a chocolate-making demonstration followed by a tasting.
DAY 3 Plitvice National Park Croatia’s UNESCO-listed Plitvice National Park is situated in a valley
Plitvice Lakes
soaking up the sun as you look out over the Adriatic Sea.
CUSTOMER RATING
8 days from £899 Sparkling seas backed by lush forests, elegant resorts and attractive towns. Istria is Croatia’s beautiful northern region, boasting a brilliant combination of intriguing history, idyllic scenery and picturesque coastlines – discover it all from your seafront hotel.
• Visit Plitvice Lakes - Croatia’s natural wonder
• Discover Pula & Rovinj on the Istrian Peninsula
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS • Ljubljana – capital of Slovenia • Boat trip to the island of Cres • Motovun & the village of Livade
FLIGHT OPTIONS
• Connecting fl ights via London from selected local airports
Upgrade your fl ight: From £339 return Business Class with Croatia Airlines.
between forested mountainsides. Here 16 beautiful lakes spill into one another forming impressive cascading waterfalls, and we’ll enjoy a full day wandering around the bridges and paths that connect the lakes. We’ll take a relaxing boat trip across Lake Kozjak, the largest in the park, and look out for native deer, wild boar and a huge array of bird species.
DAY 4 Pula & Rovinj We’ll discover more highlights of the Istrian Peninsula on today’s included excursion. Our first stop is Pula with its Roman ruins and immense amphitheatre – one of the world’s largest and best preserved. Next we’ll head to the popular resort of Rovinj to take in the sights of the bustling harbour and the Old Town, before calling at a traditional farm where we’ll learn about olive oil production and enjoy a tasting.
DAY 5 Ljubljana Enjoy a free day to enjoy the facilities at your hotel. Perhaps take a dip in the pool or relax on the stone-paved beach,
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INCLUDED EXCURSIONS • Opatija tour & chocolate tasting
If you want to explore a little further afield, why not join our optional excursion to Ljubljana in neighbouring Slovenia. In the company of a Local Guide, we’ll take the funicular up to Ljubljana Castle, enter the courtyard and admire sensational vistas from the viewing tower. After lunch in a local restaurant you’ll have some free time to explore at your own pace. Perhaps shop for souvenirs or enjoy a drink with your travelling companions in one of the inviting local bars.
DAY 6 Cres Explore at leisure today, either independently or in the company of your travelling companions. Your hotel is conveniently located just a short stroll from the historic centre of Lovran, with its rich architectural heritage. Perhaps you’ll choose to discover this picturesque town and admire the Baroque houses, Romanesque bell tower and Church of St George.
Alternatively, you could join us on an optional boat trip to the beautiful island of Cres. We’ll drop anchor in a lovely bay where you can swim in the crystal-clear waters and enjoy a tasty barbecue lunch on board.
DAY 7 Motovun & Livade Enjoy another relaxing day today. Maybe take a dip in one of the hotel’s pools or if you fancy some pampering, perhaps treat yourself to a beauty treatment or massage in the hotel spa.
If you want to discover more, today’s optional excursion takes us to the medieval hill-top town of Motovun where you’ll admire wonderful views over the surrounding landscape. Afterwards we’ll enjoy a delicious truffle lunch at a farm in Livade, and learn more about these local delicacies.
This evening we’ll gather as a group for a farewell get-together.
DAY 8 Rijeka to UK Today we’ll transfer to the airport for our flight back to the UK.
Please note: We want you to get the most from your holiday with us please be advised this tour requires a good degree of physical fitness and is not suitable for anyone with limited mobility.
ITALY
Porec Rovinj
Motovun Adriatic Sea Pula
AUSTRIA SLOVENIA Lipica H Lovran Cres
Postojna Opatija
Rijeka
Krk CROATIA Plitvice Lakes
YOUR HOTEL
Remisens Hotel Excelsior ★★★★ in Lovran Your seafront hotel is located
in Lovran, a charming town on the beautiful Istrian coast. Recently renovated, facilities include a restaurant, pizzeria, bar, indoor pool, outdoor swimming pool (typically open May-Sept), spa and wellness centre, entertainment on some days, stone- paved beach, bicycles and accessories. Guest rooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, TV, hairdryer, safe and mini-bar.
Room upgrade Superior upgrade rooms available at a supplement, from £75 for the duration of your stay.
Remisens Hotel Excelsior DEPARTURE DATES
For all dates, prices and regional fl ight options, see latest price guide. Holiday ref: SECRG
2017 Heathrow 10 May 7 Jun 6 Sep 20 Sep 4 Oct*
*Flight will be with British Airways to Zagreb.
Flights with Croatia Airlines or similar scheduled airline. Transfer time is approx. 1 hour. Flight timings and hotels are subject to change and will be confi rmed in your fi nal documents.
Please have passport details ready when booking 63
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