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Day 1: ARRIVE LJUBLJANA
Welcome to Slovenia!
On arrival at Ljubljana Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Bled.
Bled is a Slovenian resort town on the foothills of the Julian Alps, set along the glacial Lake Bled.
(NOTE: You need to be in possession of a multiple entry Schengen visa to visit Slovenia)
Spend the day exploring the picture-perfect Bled town, on your own, stroll around Lake Bled enjoying gorgeous views along your way. Bled is Slovenia's most popular resort, drawing everyone from honeymooners lured by the over-the-top romantic setting to backpackers, who come for hiking, biking, water-sports and cannoning.
Overnight stay in BLED
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Day 2: BLED – LJUBLJANA (60kms – 1hr) | BLED SIGHTSEEING | WALKING TOUR OF LJUBLJANA
Visit Bled Island by Pletna Boat & Visit the Lake Bled Castle. (Entrance Tickets only)
Sit back and take in the fantastic views of Lake Bled and the tiny, tear-shaped Bled Island as you sail in the traditional Pletna boat to the island. Pletna boats are unique to Lake Bled and are operated by a single rower with two long oars. Wander around the island and visit the cafe and souvenir store. Optionally, you can enter the Church of the Assumption and even ring the wishing bell, which has been ringing over Lake Bled since 1534.
Later visit the Bled Castle, the oldest castle in Slovenia. On a visit here, enjoy the spectacular view over the lake from the terrace, tour the museum, and go wine tasting in the wine cellar. If you wish to dine with a view, have lunch or dinner in the Bled Castle Restaurant on your own.
In the afternoon travel to Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital and largest city.
This evening enjoy a guided walking tour of Ljubljana with Funicular ride.
Ljubljana is a very nice small green metropolis. Its historical city centre, the river Ljubljanica, the castle above the city, the open market etc. are few of the major attractions to explore. The walking tour starts from the square in front of the Town Hall. On this tour walk through all major attraction of the city and its historical centre.
Later take the funicular to reach the Ljubljana castle and enjoy magnificent views of the city. (Castle entrance is not included).
Tonight, spend time at one of the numerous cafes and restaurants along the Ljubljanica river.
Overnight stay in LJUBLJANA
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 3: LJUBLJANA | POSTOJNA & PREDJAMA CASTLE TOUR
Today, visit the stunning Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle
Visit Postojna Cave, the best-known cave in the world. Starting with a unique and adventurous ride with a special train, it is one of the most diverse cave systems in the world, with 21 km of passages, galleries and magnificent halls, The temperature in Postojna cave is a constant 9º C, so you need to bring some warm clothes and comfortable shoes or you can hire a jacket out there.
End the tour with a visit to The Predjama Castle, perched high up in a vertical cliff. It is an interesting and romantic sight throughout the year: in the spring and summer its surroundings are abundant with blossoms and flowers, in the autumn it is clad in the colours of surrounding forests and is at its best in the winter when the surrounding area is covered in snow.
Overnight stay in LJUBLJANA
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 4: DEPART LJUBLJANA
Your trip concludes with a departure transfer to Ljubljana Airport. Thank you for visiting Slovenia! We hope you have enjoyed your vacation and wish you a safe journey back home.
END OF SERVICES
Meal: Breakfast
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
| DAY |
ROUTE |
SERVICES |
DISTANCE |
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Arrive Ljubljana |
Arrival transfer to Bled |
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Bled - Ljubljana |
Bled Sightseeing Tour | Walking Tour of Ljubljana with a Funicular ride |
60kms – 1hr |
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Ljubljana |
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle |
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| 4 |
Ljubljana - Zagreb |
Departure transfer |
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We have carefully selected a range of preferred hotels in each city in
four different categories, to ensure that you have an enjoyable and comfortable stay whilst travelling throughout Croatia.
| TOURIST CLASS |
- Basic facilities, comfortable and affordable accommodation representing excellent value for money.
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| STANDARD CLASS |
- Mid-level accommodation offering comfort and convenience with an acceptable range of services & facilities.
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| SUPERIOR CLASS |
- High quality accommodation, well located with excellent services and a large range of facilities. In certain cities where the city does not offer luxury accommodation you will be accommodated in a lower grade of hotel
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| DELUXE CLASS |
- Upscale accommodation providing a sense of luxury and a high level of service. In certain cities where the city does not offer luxury accommodation you will be accommodated in a lower grade of hotel
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Please find list of preferred hotels envisaged
- Accommodation is based on standard rooms unless otherwise stated.
- Seaview and lakeview rooms (if available) will incur a supplementary charge.
- If any of these properties are unavailable at the time of booking, accommodation of a similar grade will be provided and a surcharge may apply.
- If the accommodation mentioned in the itinerary is not available another hotel of the same grade will be offered.
We have designed holidays around different types of transportation to suit your individual budget.
| SEAT IN COACH (SIC)
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- Private Airport transfers in the Arrival and Departure City
- Private transfers (Pick Up and Drop Off) to Inter-city Bus Terminal
- Inter-city travel by SCHEDULED Air-Conditioned shared coach service and cannot be rescheduled
- Sightseeing (Shared Guided service, the tour starts from a convenient point in the city centre)
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| POINT TO POINT (PTP)
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- Private Airport transfers in the Arrival and Departure City
- Inter-city travel by PRIVATE Air-Conditioned vehicle
- Sightseeing (Shared Guided service, the tour starts from a convenient point in the city centre)
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| VEHICLE AT DISPOSAL (VAD) |
- Vehicle at disposal throughout the tour (except on arrival and departure day)
- Services of an English speaking Chauffer
- Sightseeing,(Private with Guided services and entrance fees as applicable)
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BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS
| BOOKING AND DEPOSIT |
| All bookings must be made in writing. Your booking will be confirmed almost immediately in most cases. A deposit of EUR 250 nett per person must be received 7 days after confirmation latest, at which time an invoice will be issued showing deposit received. The balance is due 35 days prior to tour departure. If deposit is not received, the booking will be assumed cancelled. For late booking (less than 35 days prior to departure), full payment is required at the time of booking. |
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| BOOKING CONFIRMATION |
| Upon receipt of the booking (filled in with all necessary information), we will send you our written confirmation. As per the written confirmation we guarantee all services as mentioned in our programme. |
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| TRAVELLERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS |
| Any disability requiring special attention must be reported at the time of booking. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate to the special needs of the disabled guest, However, we are not responsible for any denial of services by service providers. |
| Hotels, restaurants, motor coaches, mini buses, vans are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. We cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, dining, getting on/off, transportation vehicles or other personal needs. Travellers who need assistance must be accompanied by a qualified and physically able companion. |
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| ACCOMMODATIONS |
| The hotels specified are based on local classifications, which vary from country to country. Hotels mentioned will be used, If changes become necessary for any reason, substitute hotel will be of similar standard. While every effort is made to reserve twin bedded rooms, it may happen that a hotel provide some double bedded instead or v.v. |
| Our standard practise is double bed room will be allocated to couples. Triple share rooms are generally based on an extra rollaway bed, which is not always suitable for adults. Please note that standard policy is that hotel rooms are available for check-in after 1400hrs. A request for early check-in needs to be advised in advance (subject to availability). |
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| LOCAL HOLIDAYS |
| During national holidays certain facilities (museums, restaurants, sightseeing tours and shopping) may be limited or unavailable. Alternatives will be offered whenever possible. |
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| LUGGAGE |
| Porterage is not included in the price. No responsibility is accepted for loss or damage to baggage or passenger’s belonging. |
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| TRAVEL DOCUMENTS & VISA REQUIREMENTS |
| No responsibility is accepted for loss of or damage to travel documents or any of passenger’s belongings. Croatia (single entry) visa is required we suggest you to check with Consulate / Embassy for updated visa requirements. Securing visa is the responsibility of booking agent. |
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| REFUNDS FOR UNUSED SERVICES |
| No refunds will be made for any unused services once travel arrangements have commenced. In case that guest cannot find the arrival transfer / driver at Dubrovnik or Zagreb Airports, they have to call emergency contact number in the travel documents. Any complaints while travelling should be made immediately to local representative, will try out utmost best to resolve any disputes. |
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| CANCELLATION CHARGES |
| 31 days or before |
Full deposit |
| 30-25 Days |
35% of the Tour Price |
| 22-16 Days |
50% of the Tour Price |
| 15-0 Days |
100% of the Tour Price |
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| CHANGES TO ITINERARIES |
| If necessary for any reasons beyond our control, we reserve the right to amend or cancel any of the arrangements. |
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