Dubrovnik to Venice

Discover the rich artistic heritage, natural attractions and acclaimed cuisines of Croatia, Slovenia and Italy on this ten-day trip from Dubrovnik to Venice. Soak up Split’s ocean views, see Dubrovnik's renowned walled city and wander through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Get acquainted with Croatia’s capital Zagreb on an orientation walk with your local leader, explore Ljubljana’s Old Town and be romanced by Venice, where you end (or extend) your adventure. Take in both well-known landmarks and lesser-known attractions with a trip that covers all the nature-loving bases in some of the Mediterranean’s hottest locations.Please keep your luggage as small and light as possible. You'll be travelling on public transport where storage space is limited. You'll need to be able to lift your luggage into storage racks, walk across cobblestone streets with it and carry it up and down stairs., This trip is made for those who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time, where your leader will offer suggestions of what to do. Please budget spending money for optional activities you want to take part in., Accommodation on this trip is basic. Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small, especially compared to American or Australian standards, and in some cases bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite. Some hotels contain stairs only, with no elevators., Summer temperatures can be very high in many regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s essential to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Many European hotel rooms are not equipped with air-conditioning. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability for that season.