Bosnia and Herzegovina, CroatiaCroatia to Bosnia: Bustling Cities & Beautiful Sights
Welcome to Croatia’s capital – where river meets mountain and old meets new. Arrive at any time and for your first night out, head to one of Zagreb’s many trendy bars or beer halls with your CEO and group for drinks and a good time.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
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Accommodation
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.
Hostel Swanky Mint
Explore Zagreb on an orientation walk before transferring to Plitvice for the night.
Orientation With CEO
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
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Falling Lakes Hostel
Explore the terraced lakes, waterfalls, and hiking trails of Plitvice Lakes National Park, then travel to Split for an orientation walk upon arrival. Tonight, enjoy a Big Night Out with the group!
Plitvice Lakes National Park Visit
Explore the forests, crystal waters, and cascading falls of Plitvice Lakes with your CEO. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Croatia’s natural phenomenon of 16 interconnected lakes is a wonder to behold, explore, and provides endless photo opportunities of over 90 waterfalls
Free Time
Get out and explore this beautiful park.
Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Orientation With CEO
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out
Celebrate late into the night with your new travel tribe. Make your way to Bacvice Beach and stop by one of the local beach bars. You can even enjoy a swim, then head straight to the club!
Accommodation
Design Hostel One
Enjoy a guided walk of Diocletian's Palace. The rest of the day is free, opt to visit the famous Zlatni Rat beach on Bol, head to Trogir or the ancient ruined city of Solin, or experience the nightlife once the sun goes down.
Free Time
Get out and explore Split and its surroundings.
Diocletian's Palace Guided Walk
Take a guided walk around Diocletian's Palace, one of the most imposing Roman ruins in Europe. It took over 10 years to construct and is built of white stone imported from the island of Brač. Visiting this UNESCO World Heritage site is a perfect way to learn more about the history of Split.
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Design Hostel One
Take a morning ferry to Hvar. Upon arrival, opt to enjoy the beach, visit the Hvar Fortress, or enjoy an island-hopping boat cruise that stops at secluded coves around the Pakleni Islands. Return to Split in the evening.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
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Accommodation
Design Hostel One
Travel to Dubrovnik. Enjoy an optional night on the town with the group. For great atmosphere with good music, check out the East/West Beach Club. It's one of the best nighttime party spots and attracts a good crowd during the day as well.
Local Bus
Enjoy the scenery on the short ride down the coast.
Free Time
Get out and explore this beautiful walled city.
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Hostel 365 for U Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to Dubrovnik today and begin the trip across the border toward Trebinje. Visit Tvrdos Monastery and sample some local wine before a stop at Hercegovacka Temple for great views of the city. Snap photos at the Arslanagic Bridge before arriving to the hotel. After a bit of time to settle in, explore your surroundings with a CEO-led walk in the old town and then head out for an optional dinner at one of the many cafes and restaurants in the area.
Tvrdoš Monastery and Wine Tasting
Visit this beautiful 16th century Serbian Orthodox Monastery built on the foundations of a 4th century Roman church. Taste some of the local wine before continuing on to Trebinje.
Orientation Walk Trebinje
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Accommodation
Hotel Leotar
Jump head first into some of the coolest places and experiences that Bosnia has to offer. Step back in time exploring an old Ottoman fortress turned art colony, take a dip in the refreshing waters of Kravica Waterfalls, and watch for wild horses on a sunset Jeep safari. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers better with a BBQ dinner before counting the stars around a campfire.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and the scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Počitelj Fortress Visit
Explore Pocitelj, an old Ottoman stone town and art colony boasting beautiful views of the surrounding village. Located along the Neretva river, Pocitelj is considered an open-air museum and hold significant architectural and historic value. Artists gather from around the world to be part of the largest operating art colony in southeast Europe.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Kravica Waterfall
Take a moment to enjoy the Kravica waterfalls, arguably one of the most beautiful natural sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Surrounded by poplars and figs, this 25 meter high waterfall is a sight to be seen.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Jeep Safari
Hop into a Jeep and head up to the upper plateau to enjoy a sunset safari. Keep an eye out for wild horses before heading back down the mountain.
Accommodation
Continental Adventure Resort
Set off from Livno this morning and drive south to the picturesque and historic village of Blagaj. Take in views of the Dervish Monastery, dramatically built on cliffs by the water at the mouth of the Buna River. Take a dip in the water if the weather is nice before continuing on to the nearby city of Mostar for a guided walking tour to better soak in the beauty and history, with plenty of time for photos at the iconic old bridge. The rest of the evening is free to grab a bite to eat somewhere or to relax by the river.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Dervish Monastery Visit
This Ottoman-era building, built in 1520, is located at the base of an enormous cliff, next to a small waterfall from the Buna river. Take in the stunning blue water that's said to contain mystic properties.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Guided Walking Tour of Mostar
Join a local expert guide and set off on a walking tour of the beautiful city of Mostar and it's historic buildings and landmarks. See the iconic old bridge over the Neretva River and wander the narrow alleys lined with shops and market stalls.
Accommodation
Hotel Tere
Hop on a morning train to the city of Konjic and transfer to our lodge. After gearing up, get the adrenaline flowing on a white water rafting excursion on the Neretva river with your group mates before a delicious bbq lunch afterwards. Take the rest of the afternoon to relax at the lodge, explore the city or to visit Tito's Bunker for a glimpse into the former Yugoslavia's communist-era past. If you're interested in history, take a trip down memory lane and discover secret details of the communist era in former Yogoslavia, visiting the famous ruler, Tito's, bunker.
Rafting Neretva
Get the adrenaline pumping white water rafting on the Neretva river with expert guides. Refuel with a BBQ lunch with your new friends.
Local Train
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a local train.
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Motel Vila Bijela
Travel again by train from Konjic to Sarajevo, the vibrant capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. There's no better way to connect with the local culture than exploring their cuisine. Head out on an immersive food tour with a local expert this morning. Step away from the tourist hot spots to experience life in Sarajevo through a local's lens. Take the rest of the day to continue exploring the city.
Local Train
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a local train.
Your Foodie Moment: Sarajevo Food Tour
Immerse yourself in the culture by sampling traditional Bosnian flavours. Learn about the rich history while exploring important landmarks, tiny alleys, local restaurants, and hawker markets with a local expert. Discover the city beyond the tourist attractions and fill your belly; what could be better?
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Hotel Hecco
Get out and explore on a full free day in the beautiful city of Sarajevo. Dive into the history and tragic past with countless museums and culturally significant monuments, take a funicular up to the old Olympic bobsled track, pass the afternoon away at one of the many cafes, or take a hike in the Rakitnica Canyon. Regroup In the evening and head out on the town for a Big Night Out with the group for the final evening.
Free Time
Take a full free day to experience the vibrant city of Sarajevo.
Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out
Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.
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Accommodation
Hotel Hecco
Depart any time but feel free to sneak in some last minute-photos before you head back home.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
