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🇸🇮🇭🇷 SLOVENIA & CROATIA

Ljubljana, Slovenia - Slovenia & Croatia itinerary Action-packed Slovenia & Croatia itinerary that takes in mountains, lakes, cities, national parks and stunning Croatian beaches. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget.
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Luxury
1	✈To Ljubljana(Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Hotel Cubo (Book >)	All hotels >
	Familiarise yourself with the pedestrian-friendly old streets of the city.			Book your transfer to the hotel.
2	Walk over the Triple Bridge and up the steep hill to the castle. Paying for access to the tower is well worth it.			Buy provisions for your hiking adventure whilst in Ljubljana.
3	🚌Ljubljana to Ribčev Laz bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:03	Arr: 11:57	🏨Vogar Hut (Book >)	All rentals >
	Spend the afternoon walking to Vogar meadow and views close to the hut. Ask the park ranger for their dinner recommendation.			When booking the hut ask if the national park ranger will drive you to and from the bus.
4	A wealth of breathtaking trails await you, from gentle rambles or exciting via ferrata.			Read about some of the trails here and invest in a good map.
5	🚌Ribčev Laz to Bled bus (Info >)	Dep: 13:47	Arr: 14:24	🏨Vila Bled(Book >)	All hotels >
	Walk around the lake and take a boat across to Blejski Otok. Return back on the other side of the lake and be sure to leave time to visit the castle.			Look out for signpost number 6 and head up hill for a superb view from Ojstrica.
6	🚌Bled to Ljubljana Tivoli bus (Info >) 🚌Ljubljana to Postojna AP bus (Info >) 🚌Postojna to Ljubljana bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:00 Dep: 11:30 Dep: 16:10	Arr: 11:02 Arr: 12:42 Arr: 17:21	🏨Hotel Cubo (Book >)	All hotels >
	Visit the massive, breathtaking Postojna caves. It gets cold in the caves – bring warm clothing.			Ljubljana Tivoli station is a 20-minute walk to Ljubljana AP.
7	🚐Ljubljana to Poreč transfer (Book >)	Dep: 09:00	Arr: 11:30	🏨Valamar Riviera Hotel & Residence (Book >)	All hotels >
	Time to head to the Croatian coast.			Add on a night in Trieste if you have time.
8-9	Two more days to enjoy beautiful Poreč and its surrounding islands. If you’ve time be sure to visit nearby Rovinj.			Your hotel offers a free boat ride to peaceful Sveti Nikola island.
10	🚌Poreč to Karlovac bus (Book >) 🚌Karlovac to Plitviče bus (Book >)	Dep: 08:15 Dep: 15:10	Arr: 11:45 Arr: 16:20	🏨Hotel Degenija (Book >)	All hotels >
	Karlovac City Museum is an interesting place to while away an hour if you’d like to break up the journey.			The museum is closed on Mondays.
11	🚌Plitviče to Zagreb bus (Book >)	Dep: 17:15	Arr: 19:05	🏨Esplanade Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enter the Plitvice Lakes national park from entrance No1 and stroll around the paths and walkways to experience the stunning colours of the lakes and waterfalls.			Do not leave the trails! Plitvice is an extremely delicate eco system.
12	✈Zagreb to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	Connect this Slovenia and Croatia itinerary with the Croatia and Montenegro, Poland and Slovakia or Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria itinerary
	Book a transfer to the airport.
Mid-range
1	✈To Ljubljana(Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Central Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Familiarise yourself with the pedestrian-friendly old streets of the city.			Public buses run frequently from the airport to the centre.
2	Walk over the Triple Bridge and up the steep hill to the castle. Paying for access to the tower is well worth it.			Buy provisions for your hiking adventure whilst in Ljubljana.
3	🚌Ljubljana to Ribčev Laz bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:03	Arr: 11:57	🏨Vogar Hut (Book >)	All rentals >
	Spend the afternoon walking to Vogar meadow and views close to the hut. Ask the park ranger for their dinner recommendation.			When booking the hut ask if the national park ranger will drive you to and from the bus.
4	A wealth of breathtaking trails await you, from gentle rambles or exciting via ferrata.			Read about some of the trails here and invest in a good map.
5	🚌Ribčev Laz to Bled bus (Info >)	Dep: 13:47	Arr: 14:24	🏨Hotel Astoria (Book >)	All hotels >
	Walk around the lake and take a boat across to Blejski Otok. Return back on the other side of the lake and be sure to leave time to visit the castle.			Look out for signpost number 6 and head up hill for a superb view from Ojstrica.
6	🚌Bled to Ljubljana Tivoli bus (Info >) 🚌Ljubljana AP to Postojna bus (Info >) 🚌Postojna to Ljubljana bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:00 Dep: 11:30 Dep: 16:10	Arr: 11:02 Arr: 12:42 Arr: 17:21	🏨Central Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Visit the massive, breathtaking Postojna caves. It gets cold in the caves – bring warm clothing.			Ljubljana Tivoli station is a 20-minute walk to Ljubljana AP.
7	🚌Ljubljana to Poreč bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:40	Arr: 12:25	🏨Valamar Riviera Hotel & Residence (Book >)	All hotels >
	Time to head to the Croatian coast.			Add on a night in Trieste if you have time.
8-9	Two more days to enjoy beautiful Poreč and its surrounding islands. If you’ve time be sure to visit nearby Rovinj.			Your hotel offers a free boat ride to peaceful Sveti Nikola island.
10	🚌Poreč to Karlovac bus (Book >) 🚌Karlovac to Plitviče bus (Book >)	Dep: 08:15 Dep: 15:10	Arr: 11:45 Arr: 16:20	🏨Villa Katja (Book >)	All hotels >
	Karlovac City Museum is an interesting place to while away an hour if you’d like to break up the journey.			The museum is closed on Mondays.
11	🚌Plitviče to Zagreb bus (Book >)	Dep: 17:15	Arr: 19:05	🏨Best Western Astoria (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enter the Plitvice Lakes national park from entrance No1 and stroll around the paths and walkways to experience the stunning colours of the lakes and waterfalls.			Do not leave the trails! Plitvice is an extremely delicate eco system.
12	✈Zagreb to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	Connect this Slovenia and Croatia itinerary with the Croatia and Montenegro, Poland and Slovakia or Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria itinerary
	Buses to the airport from the bus station take about 35-40 minutes.
Budget
1	✈To Ljubljana (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Turn Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Familiarise yourself with the pedestrian-friendly old streets of the city.			Public buses run frequently from the airport to the centre.
2	Walk over the Triple Bridge and up the steep hill to the castle. Paying for access to the tower is well worth it.			Buy provisions for your hiking adventure whilst in Ljubljana.
3	🚌Ljubljana to Ribčev Laz bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:03	Arr: 11:57	🏨Vogar Hut (Book >)	All hostels >
	Spend the afternoon walking to Vogar meadow and views close to the hut. Ask the park ranger for their dinner recommendation.			When booking the hut ask if the national park ranger will drive you to and from the bus.
4	A wealth of breathtaking trails await you, from gentle rambles or exciting via ferrata.			Read about some of the trails here and invest in a good map.
5	🚌Ribčev Laz to Bled bus (Info >)	Dep: 13:47	Arr: 14:24	🏨Castle Hostel 1004 (Book >)	All hostels >
	Walk around the lake and take a boat across to Blejski Otok. Return back on the other side of the lake and be sure to leave time to visit the castle.			Look out for signpost number 6 and head up hill for a superb view from Ojstrica.
6	🚌Bled to Ljubljana Tivoli bus (Info >) 🚌Ljubljana AP to Postojna bus (Info >) 🚌Postojna to Ljubljana bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:00 Dep: 11:30 Dep: 16:10	Arr: 11:02 Arr: 12:42 Arr: 17:21	🏨Turn Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Visit the massive, breathtaking Postojna caves. It gets cold in the caves – bring warm clothing.			Ljubljana Tivoli station is a 20-minute walk to Ljubljana AP.
7	🚌Ljubljana to Poreč bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:40	Arr: 12:25	🏨Soba Luca (Book >)	All hotels >
	Time to head to the Croatian coast.			Add on a night in Trieste if you have time.
8-9	Two more days to enjoy beautiful Poreč and its surrounding islands. If you’ve time be sure to visit nearby Rovinj.			Your hotel offers a free boat ride to peaceful Sveti Nikola island.
10	🚌Poreč to Karlovac bus (Book >) 🚌Karlovac to Plitviče bus (Book >)	Dep: 08:15 Dep: 15:10	Arr: 11:45 Arr: 16:20	🏨Guesthouse Kovačević (Book >)	All hostels >
	Karlovac City Museum is an interesting place to while away an hour if you’d like to break up the journey.			The museum is closed on Mondays.
11	🚌Plitviče to Zagreb bus (Book >)	Dep: 17:15	Arr: 19:05	🏨Main Square Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Enter the Plitvice Lakes national park from entrance No1 and stroll around the paths and walkways to experience the stunning colours of the lakes and waterfalls.			Do not leave the trails! Plitvice is an extremely delicate eco system.
12	✈Zagreb to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	Connect this Slovenia and Croatia itinerary with the Croatia and Montenegro, Poland and Slovakia or Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria itinerary
	Buses to the airport from the bus station take about 35-40 minutes.

🇵🇱🇸🇰 POLAND & SLOVAKIA

Morskie Oko, Poland - Poland & Slovakia itinerary If you like hiking then you’re going to love this Poland & Slovakia itinerary, which is bookended with visits to the beautiful cities of Krakow and Bratislava. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget.
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Luxury
1	✈To Krakow(Book >)	Dep: 08:40	Arr: 12:05	🏨Queen Boutique Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Explore the Old Town and massive Market Square, don’t miss the Church of the Virgin Mary and Wawel Cathedral.			Book a transfer to your hotel.
2	Two choices today: experience the fascinating salt mines or visit Auschwitz. Back in Krakow get to know the lively streets of the Jewish District (Kazimierz).			A trumpeter plays every hour on the hour from the highest tower of the Church of the Virgin Mary.
3	🚌Krakow to Zakopane bus (Book >)	Dep: 15:00	Arr: 17:15	🏨Aries Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Spend a couple of hours in Krakow’s Royal Castle. In Zakopane soak up the buzz along Krupowki Street and the more sedate Cmentarz Zasluzonych na Peksowym Brzyzku.			The small patterned blocks of smoked sheeps cheese (oscypek) on sale at stalls in Zakopane are perfect for taking on a hike.
4	🚌Zakopane to Morskie Oko bus (Times >)	Dep from: 07:40		🏨Morskie Oko Hut (Book >)
	Take the bus to Łysa Polana and hike the 10km (uphill!) to Morskie Oko where you can leave your bags at the hut and explore the lakes.			This map gives you an idea of walk times and effort, but buy a 1:150000 map too.
5	🚶Morskie Oko to Murowaniec hike	Dep: 08:00	Arr: 16:00	🏨Hala Gąsiennicowa Hut (Book >)
	A stupendous hike in the mountains today, through forests, over streams and with magnificent views throughout			Accommodation in mountain huts isn’t luxurious but is popular – book ahead early.
6	🚶Murowaniec to Zakopane hike 🚌Zakopane ul. Balzera Nosal to Tatranská Lomnica bus (Times >) 🚄Tatranská Lomnica to Stary Smokovec train 🚄Stary Smokovec to Štrbské Pleso train (Book >)	Dep: 15:12 Dep: 16:34 Dep: 17:01	Arr: 16:27 Arr: 16:48 Arr: 17:42	🏨Kempinski Grand Tatras (Book >)	All hotels >
	Start the day with a lovely hike back to Zakopane. Enjoy a well-earned spa in your hotel.			One of the best hotel spas I’ve seen so spend plenty of time here!
7	Easy walk along a wide track to Popradske Pleso lake.			You can get lunch at the hotel beside the lake.
8	🚶Štrbské Pleso to Zamkovského chata hike	Hike takes about 7hrs		🏨Zamkovského chata (Book >)
	Long day hike. Take the train to Vyšné Hágy and walk up to Sliezsky dom where you can pick up the trail to Zamkovského chata.			Mountain huts offer good value, plentiful meals saving you the effort of carrying too much food.
9	🚶Zamkovského chata to Tatranská Lomnica hike 🚄Tatranská Lomnica to Poprad train 🚄Poprad to Spišské Tomášovce train (Book >)	Dep: 15:35	Arr: 15:54	🏨Kempinski Grand Tatras (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll end this morning’s walk at Stanica lanovky Štart cable car station from where you can get a ride up to Lomnický štít.
10	Embark on an adventure along the gorges, up the ladders and through the woods and meadows of Slovak Paradise National Park.			It’s a 40 min drive to the national park.
11	🚄Spišské Tomášovce to Poprad train 🚄Poprad to Bratislava train (Book >)	Dep: 11:04 Dep: 11:33	Arr: 11:26 Arr: 16:07	🏨Grand River Park (Book >)	All hotels >
	Acquaint yourself with the winding streets of the Old Town where you’ll find former palaces and photogenic architecture.			Book ahead to see the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra at the National Theatre.
12	Take part in a free walking tour which will take in the Blue Church, St Michael’s Tower, Hlavne Namestie, the old town hall and St. Martin’s Cathedral.			Although free walking tours are free, don’t forget to tip at the end if you enjoyed your experience.
13	✈Bratislava to Home (Book >)	Dep: 21:10	Arr: 22:25	Connect this Poland and Slovakia itinerary with the Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria itinerary
	Visit Bratislava castle for top views and pretty gardens. If time, take the bus to Hrad castle. Book a transfer to the airport.
Mid-range
1	✈To Krakow(Book >)	Dep: 08:40	Arr: 12:05	🏨Hotel Amadeus (Book >)	All hotels >
	Explore the Old Town and massive Market Square, don’t miss the Church of the Virgin Mary and Wawel Cathedral.			Trains depart every 30 mins from the airport, arriving at the city train station 20 mins later.
2	Two choices today: experience the fascinating salt mines or visit Auschwitz. Back in Krakow get to know the lively streets of the Jewish District (Kazimierz).			A trumpeter plays every hour on the hour from the highest tower of the Church of the Virgin Mary.
3	🚌Krakow to Zakopane bus (Book >)	Dep: 15:00	Arr: 17:15	🏨Aparthotel Bellamonte (Book >)	All hotels >
	Spend a couple of hours in Krakow’s Royal Castle. In Zakopane soak up the buzz along Krupowki Street and the more sedate Cmentarz Zasluzonych na Peksowym Brzyzku.			The small patterned blocks of smoked sheeps cheese (oscypek) on sale at stalls in Zakopane are perfect for taking on a hike.
4	🚌Zakopane to Morskie Oko bus (Times >)	Dep from: 07:40		🏨Morskie Oko Hut (Book >)
	Take the bus to Łysa Polana and hike the 10km (uphill!) to Morskie Oko where you can leave your bags at the hut and explore the lakes.			This map gives you an idea of walk times and effort, but buy a 1:150000 map too.
5	🚶Morskie Oko to Murowaniec hike	Dep: 08:00	Arr: 16:00	🏨Hala Gąsiennicowa Hut (Book >)
	A stupendous hike in the mountains today, through forests, over streams and with magnificent views throughout.			Accommodation in mountain huts isn’t luxurious but is popular – book ahead early.
6	🚶Murowaniec to Zakopane hike 🚌Zakopane ul. Balzera Nosal to Tatranská Lomnica bus (Times >) 🚄Tatranská Lomnica to Stary Smokovec train 🚄Stary Smokovec to Štrbské Pleso train (Book >)	Dep: 15:12 Dep: 16:34 Dep: 17:01	Arr: 16:27 Arr: 16:48 Arr: 17:42	🏨Hotel Solisko (Book >)	All hotels >
	Start the day with a lovely hike back to Zakopane. Enjoy a well-earned spa in your hotel.			The hotel is a short walk from the train station.
7	🚶Štrbské Pleso to Popradske Pleso hike	Hike takes about 1hr 30		🏨Hotel Horsky (Book >)
	Easy walk along a wide track to this basic but well-located lakeside hotel.			Shop for food and drink for the hike in Strbske Pleso.
8	🚶Popradske Pleso to Zamkovského chata hike	Hike takes about 7hrs		🏨Zamkovského chata (Book >)
	Long hike. The direct route is fairly precipitous and so you may wish to take the train to Vyšné Hágy and walk up to Sliezsky dom where you can pick up the trail again to Zamkovského chata.			Mountain huts offer good value, plentiful meals saving you the effort of carrying too much food.
9	🚶Zamkovského chata to Tatranská Lomnica hike 🚄Tatranská Lomnica to Poprad train 🚄Poprad to Spišské Tomášovce train (Book >)	Dep: 15:35	Arr: 15:54	🏨Soludus-Spišský ľudový dom (Book >)
	You’ll end this morning’s walk at Stanica lanovky Štart cable car station from where you can get a ride up to Lomnický štít.			It’s a 30 min walk along quiet roads to Čingov.
10	Embark on an adventure along the gorges, up the ladders and through the woods and meadows of Slovak Paradise National Park.			Get a map of the park from the Ĉingov tourist office before you depart.
11	🚄Spišské Tomášovce to Poprad train 🚄Poprad to Bratislava train (Book >)	Dep: 11:04 Dep: 11:33	Arr: 11:26 Arr: 16:07	🏨Marrol’s Boutique Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Acquaint yourself with the winding streets of the Old Town where you’ll find former palaces and photogenic architecture.			Before leaving on this Poland & Slovakia itinerary book ahead to see the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra at the National Theatre.
12	Take part in a free walking tour which will take in the Blue Church, St Michael’s Tower, Hlavne Namestie, the old town hall and St. Martin’s Cathedral.			Although free walking tours are free, don’t forget to tip at the end if you enjoyed your experience.
13	✈Bratislava to Home (Book >)	Dep: 21:10	Arr: 22:25	Connect this Poland and Slovakia itinerary with the Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria itinerary
	Visit Bratislava castle for top views and pretty gardens. If time, take the bus to Hrad castle.
Budget
1	✈To Krakow (Book >)	Dep: 08:40	Arr: 12:05	🏨Secret Garden Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Explore the Old Town and massive Market Square, don’t miss the Church of the Virgin Mary and Wawel Cathedral.			Trains depart every 30 mins from the airport, arriving at the city train station 20 mins later.
2	Two choices today: experience the fascinating salt mines or visit Auschwitz. Back in Krakow get to know the lively streets of the Jewish District (Kazimierz).			A trumpeter plays every hour on the hour from the highest tower of the Church of the Virgin Mary.
3	🚌Krakow to Zakopane bus (Book >)	Dep: 15:00	Arr: 17:15	🏨Good Bye Lenin Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Spend a couple of hours in Krakow’s Royal Castle. In Zakopane soak up the buzz along Krupowki Street and the more sedate Cmentarz Zasluzonych na Peksowym Brzyzku.			The small patterned blocks of smoked sheeps cheese (oscypek) on sale at stalls in Zakopane are perfect for taking on a hike.
4	🚌Zakopane to Morskie Oko bus (Times >)	Dep from: 07:40		🏨Morskie Oko Hut (Book >)
	Take the bus to Łysa Polana and hike the 10km (uphill!) to Morskie Oko where you can leave your bags at the hut and explore the lakes.			This map gives you an idea of walk times and effort, but buy a 1:150000 map too.
5	🚶Morskie Oko to Murowaniec hike	Dep: 08:00	Arr: 16:00	🏨Hala Gąsiennicowa Hut (Book >)
	A stupendous hike in the mountains today, through forests, over streams and with magnificent views throughout			Accommodation in mountain huts isn’t luxurious but is popular – book ahead early.
6	🚶Murowaniec to Zakopane hike 🚌Zakopane ul. Balzera Nosal to Tatranská Lomnica bus (Times >) 🚄Tatranská Lomnica to Stary Smokovec train 🚄Stary Smokovec to Štrbské Pleso train (Book >)	Dep: 15:12 Dep: 16:34 Dep: 17:01	Arr: 16:27 Arr: 16:48 Arr: 17:42	🏨Štrbské Pleso rental (Book >)	All properties >
	Start the day with a lovely hike back to Zakopane. Enjoy a well-earned spa in your hotel.			The hotel is a short walk from the train station.
7	🚶Štrbské Pleso to Popradske Pleso hike	Hike takes about 1hr 30		🏨Hotel Horsky (Book >)
	Easy walk along a wide track to this basic but well-located lakeside hotel.			Shop for food and drink for the hike in Strbske Pleso.
8	🚶Popradske Pleso to Zamkovského chata hike	Hike takes about 7hrs		🏨Zamkovského chata (Book >)
	Long hike. The direct route is fairly precipitous and so you may wish to take the train to Vyšné Hágy and walk up to Sliezsky dom where you can pick up the trail again to Zamkovského chata.			Mountain huts offer good value, plentiful meals saving you the effort of carrying too much food.
9	🚶Zamkovského chata to Tatranská Lomnica hike 🚄Tatranská Lomnica to Poprad train 🚄Poprad to Spišské Tomášovce train (Book>)	Dep: 15:35	Arr: 15:54	🏨Soludus-Spišský ľudový dom (Book >)
	You’ll end this morning’s walk at Stanica lanovky Štart cable car station from where you can get a ride up to Lomnický štít.			It’s a 30 min walk along quiet roads to Čingov.
10	Embark on an adventure along the gorges, up the ladders and through the woods and meadows of Slovak Paradise National Park.			Get a map of the park from the Ĉingov tourist office before you depart.
11	🚄Spišské Tomášovce to Poprad train 🚄Poprad to Bratislava train (Book >)	Dep: 11:04 Dep: 11:33	Arr: 11:26 Arr: 16:07	🏨CHORS Like a hotel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Acquaint yourself with the winding streets of the Old Town where you’ll find former palaces and photogenic architecture.			Book ahead to see the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra at the National Theatre.
12	Take part in a free walking tour which will take in the Blue Church, St Michael’s Tower, Hlavne Namestie, the old town hall and St. Martin’s Cathedral.			Although free walking tours are free, don’t forget to tip at the end if you enjoyed your experience.
13	✈Bratislava to Home (Book >)	Dep: 21:10	Arr: 22:25	Connect this Poland and Slovakia itinerary with the Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria itinerary
	Visit Bratislava castle for top views and pretty gardens. If time, take the bus to Hrad castle.

🇭🇷🇲🇪 CROATIA & MONTENEGRO

Kotor, Montenegro - Croatia & Montenegro itinerary A packed 15 days of ancient cities, mountainous national parks, sunny islands and stunning, secluded beaches. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget.
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Luxury
1	✈To Dubrovnik (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Hilton Imperial (Book >)	All hotels >
	Private transfers from the airport take 35 mins .
2	Lose yourself in the Old Town streets then take a 2km walk along the city walls. Walk or take a cable car up the hill overlooking the city			The tourist crowds tend to dissipate in the early evening.
3	🚌Dubrovnik to Kotor bus (Book >)	Dep: 11:00	Arr: 13:00	🏨Hotel Vardar (Book >)	All hotels >
	Explore the winding streets but save energy for walking the incredible ramparts to the Castle Of San Giovanni.			Take plenty to drink with you on your climb to the castle, although there are a few people selling drinks from coolers.
4	🚌Kotor to Žabljak bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:40	Arr: 13:30	🏨Hotel Soa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Walk to and around the beautiful Crno Jezero.			Entry to Durmitor National Park is €3.
5	Full day for hiking in Durmitor National Park.			This is a good map for working out which route to take.
6	🚌Žabljak to Kotor bus (Book >)	Dep: 17:55	Arr: 21:45	🏨Hotel Vardar (Book >)	All hotels >
	Embark on a rafting adventure down the Tara River Canyon before heading back to Kotor.			Learn a few Montenegrin words to bond with your guide.
7	Relax in the ancient streets of Kotor, take a boat trip out to Our Lady of the Rock island.			See the streets in early morning or evening to avoid cruise crowds.
8	🚌Kotor to Dubrovnik bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:10	Arr: 12:30	🏨Hilton Imperial (Book >)	All hotels >
	War Photo Limited has an excellent collection of images from the War of Independence. Find peace in the Franciscan Monastery.			Arrive at Buza Bar early to get a prime seat for sunset.
9	🚌Dubrovnik to Mostar bus (Book >)	Dep: 08:00	Arr: 11:40	🏨Villa Anri (Book >)	All hotels >
	Stari Most is the main attraction of Mostar, but the old city and Koskin-Mehmed Pasha’s Mosque are worth spending time in too.			Pay a (pro!) bridge diver to plunge into the Neretva River.
10	🚌Mostar to Split bus (Book >)	Dep: 12:50	Arr: 17:00	🏨Piazza Heritage Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	In Mostar seek out Neretva Hotel and reflect on the ravages of war. Spend this evening and tomorrow morning exporing Diocletian’s Palace in Split.			Luka Ice Cream & Cakes in Split offers the most delicious ice cream you’re ever likely to taste (probably the highlight of this Croatia & Montenegro itinerary).
11	⛴️Split to Hvar ferry (Book >)	Dep: 10:30	Arr: 11:35	🏨Hotel Amfora (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll be based on the main island of Hvar where you have the benefit of enjoying the old town, being in walking distance of lovely beaches and short boats rides to exquisite islands.			Hvar town comes alive at night when it’s much cooler.
12-14				Small boats for nearby islands leave from the harbour.
15	⛴️Hvar to Split ferry (Book >) ✈Split to Home (Book >)	Dep: 11:30 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 12:05 Arr: Evening	Connect this Croatia and Montenegro itinerary with the Slovenia and Croatia itinerary
	Time for one more ice cream at Luka’s?
Mid-range
1	✈To Dubrovnik (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Apartments Martecchini (Book >)	All hotels >
	Private transfers from the airport take 35 mins .
2	Lose yourself in the Old Town streets then take a 2km walk along the city walls. Walk or take a cable car up the hill overlooking the city			The tourist crowds tend to dissipate in the early evening.
3	🚌Dubrovnik to Kotor bus (Book >)	Dep: 11:00	Arr: 13:00	🏨Hotel Cattaro (Book >)	All hotels >
	Explore the winding streets but save energy for walking the incredible ramparts to the Castle Of San Giovanni.			Take plenty to drink with you on your climb to the castle, although there are a few people selling drinks from coolers.
4	🚌Kotor to Žabljak bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:40	Arr: 13:30	🏨Hotel Soa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Walk to and around the beautiful Crno Jezero.			Entry to Durmitor National Park is €3.
5	Full day for hiking in Durmitor National Park.			This is a good map for working out which route to take.
6	🚌Žabljak to Kotor bus (Book >)	Dep: 17:55	Arr: 21:45	🏨Hotel Cattaro (Book >)	All hotels >
	Embark on a rafting adventure down the Tara River Canyon before heading back to Kotor.			Learn a few Montenegrin words to bond with your guide.
7	Relax in the ancient streets of Kotor, take a boat trip out to Our Lady of the Rock island.			See the streets in early morning or evening to avoid cruise crowds.
8	🚌Kotor to Dubrovnik bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:10	Arr: 12:30	🏨Apartments Martecchini (Book >)	All hotels >
	War Photo Limited has an excellent collection of images from the War of Independence. Find peace in the Franciscan Monastery.			Arrive at Buza Bar early to get a prime seat for sunset.
9	🚌Dubrovnik to Mostar bus (Book >)	Dep: 08:00	Arr: 11:40	🏨Pension Cardak (Book >)	All hotels >
	Stari Most is the main attraction of Mostar, but the old city and Koskin-Mehmed Pasha’s Mosque are worth spending time in too.			Pay a (pro!) bridge diver to plunge into the Neretva River.
10	🚌Mostar to Split bus (Book >)	Dep: 12:50	Arr: 17:00	🏨Hotel Vestibul Palace (Book >)	All hotels >
	In Mostar seek out Neretva Hotel and reflect on the ravages of war. Spend this evening and tomorrow morning exporing Diocletian’s Palace in Split.			Luka Ice Cream & Cakes in Split offers the most delicious ice cream you’re ever likely to taste (probably the highlight of this Croatia & Montenegro itinerary).
11	⛴️Split to Hvar ferry (Book >)	Dep: 10:30	Arr: 11:35	🏨Hotel Amfora (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll be based on the main island of Hvar where you have the benefit of enjoying the old town, being in walking distance of lovely beaches and short boats rides to exquisite islands.			Hvar town comes alive at night when it’s much cooler.
12-14				Small boats for nearby islands leave from the harbour.
15	⛴️Hvar to Split ferry (Book >) ✈Split to Home (Book >)	Dep: 11:30 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 12:05 Arr: Evening	Connect this Croatia and Montenegro itinerary with the Slovenia and Croatia itinerary
	Time for one more ice cream at Luka’s?
Budget
1	✈To Dubrovnik (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Dubrovnik Old Town Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Private transfers from the airport take 35 mins.
2	Lose yourself in the Old Town streets then take a 2km walk along the city walls. Walk or take a cable car up the hill overlooking the city			The tourist crowds tend to dissipate in the early evening.
3	🚌Dubrovnik to Kotor bus (Book >)	Dep: 11:00	Arr: 13:00	🏨Pupa Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Explore the winding streets but save energy for walking the incredible ramparts to the Castle Of San Giovanni.			Take plenty to drink with you on your climb to the castle, although there are a few people selling drinks from coolers.
4	🚌Kotor to Žabljak bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:40	Arr: 13:30	🏨Hostel Hikers Den (Book >)	All hostels >
	Walk to and around the beautiful Crno Jezero.			Entry to Durmitor National Park is €3.
5	Full day for hiking in Durmitor National Park.			This is a good map for working out which route to take.
6	🚌Žabljak to Kotor bus (Book >)	Dep: 17:55	Arr: 21:45	🏨Pupa Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	Embark on a rafting adventure down the Tara River Canyon before heading back to Kotor.			Learn a few Montenegrin words to bond with your rafting guide.
7	Relax in the ancient streets of Kotor, take a boat trip out to Our Lady of the Rock island.			See the streets in early morning or evening to avoid cruise crowds.
8	🚌Kotor to Dubrovnik bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:10	Arr: 12:30	🏨Dubrovnik Old Town Hostel (Book >)	All hostels >
	War Photo Limited has an excellent collection of images from the War of Independence. Find peace in the Franciscan Monastery.			Arrive at Buza Bar early to get a prime seat for sunset.
9	🚌Dubrovnik to Mostar bus (Book >)	Dep: 08:00	Arr: 11:40	🏨Hostel Balkaneros (Book >)	All hostels >
	Stari Most is the main attraction of Mostar, but the old city and Koskin-Mehmed Pasha’s Mosque are worth spending time in too.			Pay a (pro!) bridge diver to plunge into the Neretva River.
10	🚌Mostar to Split bus (Book >)	Dep: 12:50	Arr: 17:00	🏨Exclusive Centre (Book >)	All hostels >
	In Mostar seek out Neretva Hotel and reflect on the ravages of war. Spend this evening and tomorrow morning exporing Diocletian’s Palace in Split.			Luka Ice Cream & Cakes in Split offers the most delicious ice cream you’re ever likely to taste.
11	⛴️Split to Hvar ferry (Book >)	Dep: 10:30	Arr: 11:35	🏨Dink’s Place (Book >)	All hostels >
	You’ll be based on the main island of Hvar where you have the benefit of enjoying the old town, being in walking distance of lovely beaches and short boats rides to exquisite islands.			Hvar town comes alive at night when it’s much cooler.
12-14				Small boats for nearby islands leave from the harbour.
15	⛴️Hvar to Split ferry (Book >) ✈Split to Home (Book >)	Dep: 11:30 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 12:05 Arr: Evening	Connect this Croatia and Montenegro itinerary with the Slovenia and Croatia itinerary
	Time for one more ice cream at Luka’s?