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Adriatic Discovery – Slovenia, Croatia & Italy

Moments of relaxation are paired with immersive cultural experiences across this eight-day single-centre escape to the Italy, Slovenia and Croatia’s finest Istrian cities.

Embrace the diverse cultural influences and memorable coastal landscapes of three Istrian countries, Italy, Slovenia and Croatia, with a memorable spa break on the glorious Adriatic Coast. Starting with a flight to Venice, you’ll be introduced to the charming Slovenian resort town of Portorož, home to award-winning wellness centres fed by the Adriatic Sea and its nearby saltpans. A guided tour of Slovenia’s baroque capital, Ljubljana, follows ahead of a stop at the sprawling Postojna Caves for views of its magnificent rock features. You can then tailor your time in Slovenia with a border-crossing optional excursion into the Istrian countryside, taking in the fairytale towns of Grožnjan and Motovun.

Mark the half-way point of your tour with a tour of Trieste, the ‘Vienna by the Sea’, and elegant Miramare Castle for a fascinating insight into Friuli’s Austrian heritage. Next, take in enchanting Lake Bled, which promises some of Slovenia’s most impressive scenic vistas, and enjoy enlightening stops in the surrounding towns. Round out your week-long escape with time to explore two Istrian gems, Pula, with its magnificent Roman landmarks, and Rovinj, a Venetian-inspired harbour town. Make the most of a few final moments of relaxation and tick any last experiences off your travel wish-list in Portorož before returning to the UK.

Price

from £1546 /pp

was £1819
Flights included
Dates Available

May 2027 - October 2027
Duration

8 days
Depart From

13 airports
Excursions & Visits

6 included
Meals

14 included
Ways to pay

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan and pay from £282.44 per month.

Experience the wonders of magical Lake Bled, a scenic gem in the Slovenian Alps on an optional excursion

Discover the Austro-Hungarian influences of port city Trieste with a guided tour around its major sights

Immerse yourself in the Pula’s fascinating heritage sites and spend time amongst Rovinj’s glittering seafront

Witness the baroque treasures of the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana and spend time browsing its charming riverside markets

Kick your Adriatic getaway off with a flight to Venice, meet your friendly tour manager and head west to Portorož, a coastal spa town on the Gulf of Trieste. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a first night at leisure with some time to explore the town’s waterfront promenade, and settle in for dinner at the hotel.

Have an early breakfast at your hotel this morning ahead of a full day’s excursion to the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana.

Start the day in Prešeren Square, the centre of the city’s historic old town, for a walking tour and views of its magnificent Franciscan church. After some time to browse the riverside shops and street markets, cross the Three Bridges to Mestni Trg (Town Square) for stops at the city’s exquisite town hall. Marvel at Ljubljana’s hilltop castle ahead of a stroll along the Ljubljanica waterfront which will showcase the city’s famous Baroque bridges and ornate waterside churches. Finally, round out this morning’s walking tour at the market-laden Breg Embankment, a lively river promenade.

Next, wrap up warm and continue underground to the popular Postojna Caves, a sprawling 24-kilometre network of tunnels that was formed over the centuries by flowing water. Delve beneath the surface on foot, marvel at the vast limestone formations on display and perhaps see the caves’ intriguing 'baby dragons’ (cave-dwelling salamanders). On your underground adventure, you’ll pass ‘Brilliant’, an impressive five-metre-tall limestone stalagmite, as well as several secluded lakes and breathtaking rock features. After some time exploring the caves, you can opt to ride Postojna’s electric train back up to the surface, or head back up on foot.

Later, return to the resort for an evening at leisure and dinner.

Today, you’ll have a full day at leisure in Portorož to spend as you see fit, perhaps unwinding on the beach or visiting the town’s forma viva, a Slovenian open-air sculpture exhibition.

If you’d prefer a more active day, you can venture into the Istrian countryside on an optional tour of Grožnjan and Motovun. As you travel through rolling hills and thriving Croatian vineyards, you’ll see why Istria is often called ‘Little Tuscany’ with plenty of breathtaking sights to enjoy en route.

Your first stop today will be the mountain village of Motovun, set amongst Istria’s magnificent hillside landscapes. Known for its remarkably well-preserved Medieval architecture, this town is one of Istria’s most picturesque destinations, and you’ll be free to take in its pretty cobbled streets and historic architecture at your own pace. While here, be sure to wander around one of the quaint street markets and sample one of the region’s world-famous truffles, which are farmed in Motovun’s surrounding woodland areas.

This afternoon, continue to enchanting Grožnjan, one of the most picturesque towns on the peninsula, and make the most of your time here with an easy-going exploration of its historic centre. Browse a selection of delightful independent shops, sample locally sourced olive oil, and perhaps enjoy a two-course meal and wine-tasting with your fellow travellers at a traditional konoba, a Croatian tavern-style restaurant (payable locally). Otherwise, you’ll be free to find lunch on your own account.

Later, return to the hotel for dinner.

This morning, have breakfast at the hotel before heading north across the Italian border to elegant Trieste, known by some as ‘Vienna by the Sea’. This city, a former free port of the Habsburg empire, boasts a distinctly Austrian atmosphere, and you’ll experience it first hand with a guided tour.

Start your exploration at the Piazza Unità, the city’s lively main square, where you’ll enjoy your first taste of the city’s opulent Austro-Hungarian architecture. You’ll then walk to the nearby Piazza della Borsa to witness Trieste’s extraordinary former stock exchange housed in a Greek-inspired, neoclassical building. Discover the city’s historic importance as an economic hub with a walk along the Canal Grandé, which connects its bustling harbours with the inland commercial districts. Learn about the city’s role as a centre for the world coffee trade and discover how this inspired its lively café culture. Your final two stops in Trieste, the Roman amphitheatre and its nearby Cathedral, will then highlight the diverse range of cultural and religious influences that have shaped the city. Coming to the end of your tour, you can embrace the city’s culinary offerings with a small amount of free time for lunch at one of its al fresco restaurants.

This afternoon, continue by coach through the charming towns of Barcola and Grignano, to the magnificent Miramare Castle. This breathtaking estate, built on the Gulf of Trieste, is a marvel of 19th-century engineering having transformed a previously barren stretch of rugged sea karst into a palatial 22-hectare landmark. Here, you’ll have the chance to explore with an English audio tour, covering the castle’s original furnishings, eclectic design and colourful history. After exploring Miramare’s ornate interiors, set out into the gardens for a some truly spectacular views over the Gulf of Trieste from its manicured garden terraces. Comprising bronze statues, fountains and hundreds of exotic plants, this 22-hectare park reshaped the barren karst outcrop on which it was built, and you can soak up all the sights before heading back to the hotel.

Head back along the coast to Portorož for the evening at leisure and tuck into dinner at the hotel.

Today, after a leisurely hotel breakfast, you’ll be free to spend the day at your own pace in Portorož.

If relaxation is what you’re after, you’ll have full access to all of Portorož’s LifeClass hotels, and you can make the most of the assorted spas, swimming pools and wellness facilities. Consider paying the Terme Portorož spa a visit for a dip in its thermomineral swimming pools. Fed by the town’s nearby saltpans and clear Mediterranean waters, these well-appointed spa facilities are well-placed to provide a rejuvenating break in between excursions.

The nearby Meduza Beach is also an option, and you can relax with a stroll along its waterfront promenade or soak up the sun by the sea. If a more active day is calling, consider wandering around the bars, restaurants and shopping areas that line Portorož’s centre or head further afield to nearby Piran. This charming coastal town is a treasure chest of Venetian architecture, first-class seafood restaurants and pastel-coloured houses, and you can explore under your own steam. If you’re feeling energetic, you can even climb to the top of the city’s imposing city walls for panoramic views of Slovenia’s Adriatic Coast.

This evening, dinner will be served at the hotel.

Have breakfast at the hotel this morning, ahead of a full day at leisure in idyllic Portorož. If you’d prefer a more active day, board a coach for a wish-list optional excursion to beautiful Lake Bled.

Your first stop, idyllic Lake Bled, is ringed by forested hills and offers a range of memorable viewpoints, looking out over its fairytale landscapes. Stop at Mlino port, where you can take a gondola-like pletna across to the lake's central island. Here, you'll enjoy a unique perspective of Bled’s delightful alpine vistas, and you can visit its famous Baroque church before heading back to shore.

You’ll then have time to explore at leisure, perhaps with a walk along the shore to one of the neighbouring towns or find lunch amongst Bled’s lakeside resorts. If you'd like, you can also try one of the region's local delicacies, Bled cream cake, a rich and decadent treat made of puff pastry, whipped cream and thick set custard.

Reconvene with your fellow travellers and complete the day with free time and dinner in your Portorož resort.

Mark your final day on the Adriatic Coast with a tour of the Istrian Peninsula’s southernmost cities, romantic Rovinj and idyllic Pula. After breakfast, board a coach for the journey into Croatia, taking in a few final views of Istria’s bucolic country landscapes.

After some time on the road, arrive in bustling Pula, Istria’s provincial capital, which is famed for its rich Roman heritage. Upon arrival, join an expert local guide on foot for an introduction to its most intriguing heritage sites, starting at the Pula Arena, an ancient amphitheatre with magnificent arched facades. Explore the towering landmark (entrance not included), now home to underground wine and olive oil cellars, and learn about the enduring legacy of Roman culture on the Istrian Peninsula.

Continue to the Arch of the Sergii, which was built in 29 BCE, with a walk through the city streets before completing the afternoon’s tour with a stop at Roman Forum. Crowned by the imposing Temple of Augustus, this historic district features a number of intricate mosaics which you can admire at leisure.

Your second stop today see you set off on a guided walking tour of stunning Rovinj, Croatia’s Venice-like Adriatic gem. You’ll have time here to explore the city’s narrow streets and pastel-coloured buildings before heading up to the hilltop Baroque church of St. Euphemia. Here, you can take in the church’s cloisters and soak up exquisite views over the city’s natural harbour or nearby Katarina Island.

Returning to the harbourfront below, you'll have time to explore at leisure and find lunch locally, before reboarding the coach for the return journey to the hotel.

Prešeren Square, Franciscan Church and Three Bridges, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Town Square, Mestni Trg, Town Hall And Robba Fountain, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Historic Town of Motovun, Istria Peninsula, Croatia

Canal Grandé, Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Back of two pletna boats docked on Lake Bled, with forests on the other side. A large building on a hill and one on ground level, and mountains in the distance.

NMH customers with Bled cream cake, Lake Bled

Roman amphitheatre, Pula, Istria Peninsula, Croatia

NMH tour guide and ancient Temple of Augustus, Pula

Old Town, Rovinj, Istria Peninsula, Croatia

Delve into the popular Postojna Caves, a system of magnificent rock features, limestone stalagmites and underground lakes

Venture into the Istrian countryside and embrace local traditions with an optional excursion to the small towns of Grožnjan and Motovun

Pay the elegant Miramare Castle a visit and admire exquisite coastal vistas from its terraced gardens

Seven nights’ half-board accommodation at the four-star Hotel Neptun, Portorož
Seven breakfasts and seven dinners
Tour of Ljubljana and the Postojna Caves
Visit to Trieste and Miramare Castle
Tour of Rovinj and Pula
Return flights to Venice
Comfortable coach travel and transfers throughout 
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
All mandatory local taxes and charges

Dates & Prices

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan.

Departure point	Departure date	Price (per person)	Availability
Aberdeen	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1733.00 pp	7 dates available
Aberdeen	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1882.00 was £2215.00
Aberdeen	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1894.00 was £2229.00
Aberdeen	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2039.00 was £2399.00
Aberdeen	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2231.00 was £2625.00
Aberdeen	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £3008.00 was £3539.00
Aberdeen	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1894.00 was £2229.00
Aberdeen	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1733.00 was £2039.00
Belfast City George Best	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1695.00 pp	7 dates available
Belfast City George Best	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1843.00 was £2169.00
Belfast City George Best	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1857.00 was £2185.00
Belfast City George Best	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Belfast City George Best	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2180.00 was £2565.00
Belfast City George Best	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £3021.00 was £3555.00
Belfast City George Best	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1755.00 was £2065.00
Belfast City George Best	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1695.00 was £1995.00
Edinburgh	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1636.00 pp	7 dates available
Edinburgh	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1784.00 was £2099.00
Edinburgh	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1843.00 was £2169.00
Edinburgh	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1937.00 was £2279.00
Edinburgh	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2141.00 was £2519.00
Edinburgh	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £3013.00 was £3545.00
Edinburgh	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1741.00 was £2049.00
Edinburgh	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1636.00 was £1925.00
Glasgow	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1678.00 pp	7 dates available
Glasgow	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1882.00 was £2215.00
Glasgow	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1840.00 was £2165.00
Glasgow	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2039.00 was £2399.00
Glasgow	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2086.00 was £2455.00
Glasgow	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £3004.00 was £3535.00
Glasgow	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1840.00 was £2165.00
Glasgow	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1678.00 was £1975.00
Humberside	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1954.00 pp	7 dates available
Humberside	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £2333.00 was £2745.00
Humberside	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2086.00 was £2455.00
Humberside	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2387.00 was £2809.00
Humberside	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2316.00 was £2725.00
Humberside	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2268.00 was £2669.00
Humberside	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2336.00 was £2749.00
Humberside	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1954.00 was £2299.00
Inverness	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1903.00 pp	7 dates available
Inverness	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £2022.00 was £2379.00
Inverness	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1996.00 was £2349.00
Inverness	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2141.00 was £2519.00
Inverness	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2141.00 was £2519.00
Inverness	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2154.00 was £2535.00
Inverness	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2010.00 was £2365.00
Inverness	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1903.00 was £2239.00
Leeds Bradford	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1945.00 pp	7 dates available
Leeds Bradford	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £2163.00 was £2545.00
Leeds Bradford	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1945.00 was £2289.00
Leeds Bradford	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2175.00 was £2559.00
Leeds Bradford	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2188.00 was £2575.00
Leeds Bradford	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2345.00 was £2759.00
Leeds Bradford	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2248.00 was £2645.00
Leeds Bradford	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1967.00 was £2315.00
London Gatwick	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1639.00 pp	7 dates available
London Gatwick	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1673.00 was £1969.00
London Gatwick	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1724.00 was £2029.00
London Gatwick	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1792.00 was £2109.00
London Gatwick	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1797.00 was £2115.00
London Gatwick	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1797.00 was £2115.00
London Gatwick	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1661.00 was £1955.00
London Gatwick	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1639.00 was £1929.00
London Heathrow	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1546.00 pp	7 dates available
London Heathrow	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1738.00 was £2045.00
London Heathrow	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1738.00 was £2045.00
London Heathrow	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1877.00 was £2209.00
London Heathrow	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1984.00 was £2335.00
London Heathrow	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2639.00 was £3105.00
London Heathrow	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1661.00 was £1955.00
London Heathrow	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1546.00 was £1819.00
Manchester	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1661.00 pp	7 dates available
Manchester	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1801.00 was £2119.00
Manchester	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1809.00 was £2129.00
Manchester	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1903.00 was £2239.00
Manchester	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2005.00 was £2359.00
Manchester	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £3025.00 was £3559.00
Manchester	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1758.00 was £2069.00
Manchester	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1661.00 was £1955.00
Newcastle	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1695.00 pp	7 dates available
Newcastle	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £1886.00 was £2219.00
Newcastle	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1840.00 was £2165.00
Newcastle	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2039.00 was £2399.00
Newcastle	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2086.00 was £2455.00
Newcastle	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £3008.00 was £3539.00
Newcastle	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1840.00 was £2165.00
Newcastle	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1695.00 was £1995.00
Norwich	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1984.00 pp	7 dates available
Norwich	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £2333.00 was £2745.00
Norwich	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2056.00 was £2419.00
Norwich	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2316.00 was £2725.00
Norwich	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2239.00 was £2635.00
Norwich	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2600.00 was £3059.00
Norwich	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2248.00 was £2645.00
Norwich	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1984.00 was £2335.00
Teesside International	May 2027 - October 2027	from £1814.00 pp	7 dates available
Teesside International	12 May 2027 Wednesday 8 days 19 May 2027 Wednesday	from £2333.00 was £2745.00
Teesside International	02 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 09 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £1903.00 was £2239.00
Teesside International	16 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 23 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2047.00 was £2409.00
Teesside International	23 Jun 2027 Wednesday 8 days 30 Jun 2027 Wednesday	from £2047.00 was £2409.00
Teesside International	01 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 08 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £2061.00 was £2425.00
Teesside International	15 Sep 2027 Wednesday 8 days 22 Sep 2027 Wednesday	from £1916.00 was £2255.00
Teesside International	06 Oct 2027 Wednesday 8 days 13 Oct 2027 Wednesday	from £1814.00 was £2135.00

Hotel Neptun, Portorož Portorož, Slovenia Set in the heart of sophisticated Portorož, this hotel is part of the LifeClass Hotels and Spa Resort and offers easy access to the town’s seafront as well as a range of first-class facilities.

No Single Supplement

Adriatic Coast - Dubrovnik, Neum and Mostar

Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovinia

Experience the Adriatic Balkans at their most authentic with this unmissable tour of Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s captivating cities. Scenery & Nature Fly Local

Unwind with a stay in a four-star beach resort located on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s idyllic coastline
Explore UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik and its famed old town, ringed by ancient walls
Visit Blagaj Tekke and sample rahat lokum, a local delicacy similar to Turkish Delight and traditional Bosnian tea/coffee

8 days from £1,284 pp

was £1,605 pp

Flights included
Dates Available

April 2027 - October 2028
Duration

8 days
Depart From

11 airports
Excursions & Visits

5 included
Meals

14 included

Explore

No Single Supplement

Croatia's Istrian Riviera and Lake Bled

Croatia, Slovenia

Spend a week in Croatia, and explore the beautiful Istrian Riviera, Roman Pula and the shores of Slovenia’s Lake Bled on this guided tour. Fly Local Beach & Coast

Witness the waterfalls and breathtaking scenery in Plitvice National Park
Explore the pretty fishing port of Rovinj
Seek out the remarkable Lim Fjord, the one-time hideaway of Captain Morgan

8 days from £1,540 pp

was £1,925 pp

Flights included
Dates Available

April 2027 - October 2027
Duration

8 days
Depart From

12 airports
Excursions & Visits

4 included
Meals

14 included

Explore

Classic Albania - Land of the Eagle

Albania

Uncover the highlights of Albania on this escorted tour through some of its most fascinating cities. Fly Local Beach & Coast

Discover the post-communist capital, Tirana, and its colourful past with a guided tour of its most historic landmarks
Explore authentic Albanian traditions with tours of coastal Vlorë and Berat, the ‘city of a thousand windows’
Walk in the steps of Albania’s national hero with visits to the Skanderbeg Museum, Krujë castle and historic Shkodër

8 days from £1,151 pp

was £1,439 pp

Flights included
Dates Available

April 2027 - October 2027
Duration

8 days
Depart From

9 airports
Excursions & Visits

19 included
Meals

7 included

Explore

The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting.

For this tour specifically, it is important to note:

Due to the fast-paced nature and locations visited, anyone with limited mobility may struggle to experience the itinerary to its full. There are also some steep ascents and descents as part of this itinerary. Historic sites and castles are not well equipped for those with mobility considerations as they are often hundreds of years old - should you have walking difficulties, getting around monuments and attractions may be harder and, in some cases, impossible. This tour is therefore not recommended for those with limited mobility. If you have any queries, please do contact us prior to travel.

Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.

Rules may have changed since you last travelled to European Union countries as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. You do require government issued passport to travel.

Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.

Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you arrive (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").

Visa - You do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.

The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) became fully operational at all EU borders on 10 April 2026.

EES is a digital border management system for registering non-EU nationals travelling for a short stay across the external borders of most European countries. It replaces passport stamping. When you go through passport control on arrival, as well as producing your passport for checking, you will have your photograph taken and fingerprints scanned. The system registers your entry and exit, and you will only need to complete this biometric registration on your first entry into Europe.

Please note: Irish passport holders or British Passport holders with an EU residency are currently excluded.

For those travelling via Eurostar, there is a dual British and French/Belgian border in operation at St Pancras International. Therefore the EES system will be in place at the station, you will not need to be checked again on arrival at the other side.

The latest information can be found at https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees.

For further information please visit the ABTA website.

Following the UK's withdrawal from the European Union, changes have been planned which affect the eligibility of citizens of the United Kingdom to have visa free travel to the EU. ETIAS travel authorisation is a new entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to any of the European Union and Schengen countries.

ETIAS is expected to launch in the last quarter of 2026 (exact date to be confirmed). We recommend applying in good time once the system goes live. ETIAS is expected to cost €20 per person. If you are aged under 18 or over 70, the fee is waived. Please note: ETIAS will not be required for UK citizens travelling on our UK and Ireland tours.

The latest information can be found at www.etias.com.

Newmarket Holidays will not be able to undertake ETIAS applications on your behalf, so have instead instructed the services of the Travel Visa Company to provide help, should you need it. You can find more information about this service at https://thetravelvisacompany.co.uk/newmarket-holidays/?sup=NMH

All mandatory local taxes and charges are included in the price of your holiday as per the itinerary. Prices for any optional excursions are listed separately. Any suggested free-time activities, attractions, meals or entertainment are not included (unless otherwise stated), and may be subject to local charges. Please note that tipping is optional and as such, is typically not included in the price of your holiday (unless otherwise stated).

Offer Terms & Conditions

Save 15% discount applies to all Short Haul Tours only. This offer applies to new bookings only, made between 16th October and 30th October, and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. This offer does not apply to child pricing. The offer does not apply to holidays with late availability pricing and excludes long haul tours, Premier collection, River Cruises, Wimbledon tours, Andre Rieu concert breaks and Edinburgh Tattoo. See full terms & conditions.

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