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from Greece to Dalmatia
- Athens, Kalambaka, Ohrid, Tirana, Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice Lakes, Postojna Cave, Bled, Ljubljana to Zagreb |
16 Days / 15 Nights - English
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SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED:
* Athens
* Meteora
* Ohrid
* Tirana
* Dubrovnik
* Split
* Plitvice Lakes
* Postojna Cave
* Bled
* Ljubljana
* Zagreb
Day 1 - arrive Athens, Saturday
You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a
welcome dinner in a traditional Greek tavern in Plaka,
the old part of Athens.(D)
Day 2 - in Athens, Sunday
See the highlights of Athens this morning on a
sightseeing tour. This cosmopolitan and bustling
capital city is set amidst reminders of a long and
glorious past: graceful temples, centuries-old
monasteries, and ornate Byzantine churches. Visit
the immortal Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the
Erectheion with the Porch of the Maidens, the Temple
of Athena Nike and the Wingless Victory. Below the
Acropolis lies the ancient Agora and the Theaters of
Dionysus and Herodus Atticus. Your afternoon and evening are free. (B)
Day 3 - to Delphi and Kalambaka, Monday
Your frst stop this morning is Delphi, where the
famous oracle foretold the destiny of men. The Temple
of Apollo, in which the oracle functioned, was built
in the 6th century B.C. Also see the Sacred Way, the
Stadium and the Castilian Fountain, where pilgrims
cleansed themselves in preparation for consulting the
oracle. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Delphi,
which contains an impressive collection of fnds from
the site, including the beautiful “Bronze Charioteer,”
before continuing on to Kalambaka. (B,D)
Day 4 - to Ohrid, Tuesday
After breakfast, admire the fantastic landscapes of
Meteora, known as “the rocks that fell from the sky.”
Here monks built their rock-top monasteries, far
away from civilization. Of the 13 large and 20 small
monasteries and hermit’s cells, only 4 are now active.
The most important is Megalo or Great Meteoro, of
peculiar architecture with its tall and intricate dome,
12 sides and fne frescoes. Continue across the border to Macedonia, and on to Ohrid. (B,D)
Day 5 - Ohrid to Tirana, Wednesday
The lakeside resort of Ohrid is an important cultural
and spiritual center, classifed as a UNESCO World
Heritage site. Start your morning sightseeing tour
with a walk through the cobblestone streets of the
old town. Visit the Cathedral of St. Sofa, containing
some magnifcent frescoes from the 10th century.
In the early afternoon, travel to Tirana, the capital of
Albania.(B,D)
Day 6 - in Tirana, Thursday
On a morning sightseeing tour, see the Skanderbeg
Square, the Mosque of Et ’hem Bey, the Clock
Tower, and the statue of G.K. Skanderbeg, Albania’s
national hero; the Palace of Culture, built with Soviet
assistance; and the National History Museum, with
a mosaic on its facade portraying Albanian history.
Your afternoon is free to continue exploring on your
own, shop, or just relax.(B)
Day 7 - to Dubrovnik, Friday
After breakfast, depart Tirana and travel to the town of
Shkodra, a cultural center and one of Albania’s oldest
cities. See the ruins of Rozafa Castle, set on a hill high
above the city, then cross the border into Montenegro
and on to Croatia and beautiful Dubrovnik. (B,D)
Day 8 - in Dubrovnik, Saturday
There is a walking tour of “Old Dubrovnik” this
morning; the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock,
Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace. You will
also see the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan
Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the
world. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
Day 9 - arrive Dubrovnik, Sunday
Today, full day is at leisure to relax, shop or explore on
your own.(B)
Day 10 - to Split, Monday
Depart Dubrovnik and travel north along the
spectacular Adriatic coast, past old shing villages
and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the
historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor
Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its
Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple,
the Peristyle and the Cathedral. 227 km(B,D)
Day 11 - to Trogir and Plitvice Lakes, Tuesday
After breakfast, head to Trogir, the center of artistic
activities. Scholars from around the world gather to
study and paint here. Then, turn inland and travel to
Plitvice Lakes National Park. Upon arrival, have your
camera ready and take a walking tour around several
of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of
this natural wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded
by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation.
317 km (B, D)
Day 12 - to Opatija, Postojna and Bled, Wednesday
Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful
bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. After
some free time, journey north to Postojna, home to
one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the fantastic
subterranean world by miniature electric train.
Afterwards, continue to Bled, beautifully set amidst
the Julian Alps. 352 km (B,D)
Day 13 - in Bled, Thursday
A sightseeing tour of Bled features the charming
town with the lakeshore, and imposing Bled Castle,
perched on a cli high above the lake. The balance
of the day is at leisure for optional activities, such as
visiting the small island in the middle of the lake. (B)
Day 14 - to Ljubljana and Zagreb, Friday
Start your day with a walking tour of Ljubljana, the
capital of Slovenia. Visit the most signi cant sights
of the old city centre: the picturesque Central open-
air Market and the Three Bridges, both designed by
famous architect Joze Plecnik, Baroque Town Hall and Robba’s Fountain. Then, continue to Zagreb, the
capital city of Croatia. 189 km (B, D)
Day 15 - in Zagreb, Saturday
This morning enjoy a city tour featuring the historic
Upper Town, St Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church,
the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government
Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the
winding streets of the Old town or take an optional
excursion to the countryside. (B)
Day 16 - depart Zagreb, Sunday
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your
departure flight.(B)
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BOOKING:
All additional bookings are on request and need to be reconfirmed.
Single room on request only.
DATES & RATES: 2012
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| DEPARTURE DATE FROM ATHENS |
RATE PER PERSON IN TWIN/DBL ROOM |
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT |
May 12 June 9,23 July 7
Aug 18 Sep 1,15,29 |
3,290 USD |
1,075 USD |
DEPOSIT: DEPOSIT: Reservation deposit of USD 600,00 will be required to confirm your reservation upon receiving our booking confirmation document.
FINAL PAYMENT:Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure.
THE RATE INCLUDES:
* First class hotels, rooms with private facilities
* Service charges and hotel taxes
* Breakfast daily and 9 dinners
* Arrival and departure transfers
* Travel by modern air-conditioned motor-coach
* Professional English speaking tour director
* Luggage handling
* Headsets will be provided for included sightseeing tours, so you can easily hear your
guide’s commentary
HOTELS:
Athens: Divani Palace Acropolis (F)
Kalambaka: Divani (F)
Ohrid: Metropol (F)
Tirana: Sheraton (DLX)
Dubrovnik: Lapad (F)
Split: Atrium (F)
Plitvice: Jezero (F)
Bled: Golf (F)
Zagreb: Westin (DLX)
Please note: Due to possible overbooking DELECTA reserves the right to substitute hotels from the list providing similar accommodation.
NOT INCLUDED: tips, beverages, telephone charges, incidentals
CANCELLATION FEES:
Cancellation policy:
50 days prior to commencement of service = full deposit 600 USD
49 - 31 days prior to departure = 35% of the tour rate
30 - 21 days prior to the departure = 50% of the tour rate
20 - 0 days prior to the departure = 100% of the tour rate
All refund claims must be submitted to DELECTA in writing within 15 days of the completion of the tour.
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