Day 1 - Depart USA
Board your overnight flight (not included).

Day 2 to Day 3 - Budapest, the Queen of the Danube
Welcome to Hungary, unique in Europe for its language and culture! Transfers to your hotel depart from Budapest Ferihegy International Airport at 10:00, 13:00, 15:30. For those arriving into Vienna Airport, your transfer departs at 13.00 to go to the hotel in Budapest. Later, join your Tour Director for a Welcome reception, drinks and a light meal. After a restful night’s sleep, join a local expert for a drive up to Gellert Hill. Gaze out over the Danube dividing Buda from Pest - the two sides linked by the Chain and Elizabeth Bridges. Then ascend Buda’s Castle District to visit Matthias Church. Admire the immense facades of the Parliament building from the Fisherman’s Bastion. Over in Pest, drive down Andrassy Boulevard and visit Heroes’ Square. The afternoon is yours to relax or hit the shops of bustling Váci utca. (Welcome Reception / Buffet Breakfast)

Day 4 to Day 5 - Ups and Downs in Zagreb's Twin Towns
Drive alongside tranquil Lake Balaton and hear about the excellent wines produced along the shores. Continue on to the Croatian border and the capital of Zagreb. A guided tour takes you through the squares of the lower town to the cathedral. Then walk through the medieval Upper Town to see the Stone Gate, St Mark’s Church and Lotršcak Tower. This evening, you are invited to choose from a selection of restaurants for your dining pleasure. The next day is all yours to explore. The Ilica is the hub of Zagreb’s shopping scene, or perhaps take an excursion to the Zagorje region to learn about local culture and tradition? (Buffet Breakfast / Dine Around / Buffet Breakfast)

Day 6 - Split, divided by a Roman Palace
Head for the historic port of Split on the sun drenched Adriatic Riviera. 1700 years ago the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here and a local expert leads you through the labyrinth of streets and historical buildings within that same palace. See St. Duje’s, , the Temple of Jupiter and the Golden Gate. Venture underground into the rooms thought to have housed his slaves. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 7 - On the Trail of Marco Polo in Korcula
Later drive along the coast for a short ferry crossing to the island of Korcula. Before dinner a guided walking tour takes you to the Cathedral, the town museum and the Bishop’s Palace. The locals also claim Marco Polo was born here and you also see his ruined house next. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 8 to Day 10 - Dubrovnik, Pearl of the Adriatic
Cross over to the beautiful southern slopes of the Peljesac peninsula. Stop amid the age-old vines to see how wine is produced and enjoy a taste. Continue to the walled town of Dubrovnik - ‘paradise on earth’ according to George Bernard Shaw! During your three night stay, join a local expert to explore the stone paved streets inside the 16th century bastions of the old town. See Onofrio’s fountain and the Rector’s Palace, as well as the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. For the remainder of your stay, you are at leisure in this ‘pearl of the Adriatic’. Relax by the pool, shop in the markets or stroll with friends along the ancient city walls. As the sun sets, maybe take a relaxing cruise on the harbour and don’t miss the opportunity of dinner in a traditional ‘konoba’. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner / Buffet Breakfast / Buffet Breakfast)

Day 11 - Trogir and Pristine Plitvice
Enjoy the scenery of the Dalmatian coast - sparkling deep blue seas, studded with rocky islands. Visit Trogir, founded by the Greeks in 400BC. Admire the cathedral and Renaissance Cipiko Palace before continuing to the Plitvice region. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 12 to Day 13 - Luscious Lakes to Lovable Ljubljana
Get ready for one of Europe’s natural wonders, Plitvice National Park; a scenic wonderland of 16 interconnecting lakes, flanked by thundering waterfalls and primeval forest. This afternoon drive through the unique region of Lika, crossing into Slovenia and reaching the “beloved” city of Ljubljana. In the morning, a local expert reveals the Baroque elegance of the Slovenian capital. The imposing medieval castle stands as ancient guardian, the City Hall and Cathedral of St Nicholas testify to its historical importance, while the Triple Bridge spans the river adorned with cafés and restaurants. This afternoon is at leisure to shop or for optional excursions. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner / Buffet Breakfast)

Day 14 to Day 15 - Stately Vienna and the Habsburgs
It’s only a short drive across the Austrian border to the forested mountains of Styria and to the stately capital of Vienna. The next morning join a local expert for a private tour of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Then get your cameras ready for a drive around the famous ring road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, show-cases many of the capital’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament building. After some time at leisure, join us this evening for a wonderful concert of Viennese Classical music. Your gala end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine features some of Austria’s most highly acclaimed soloists performing famous works by Strauss and Mozart. (Buffet Breakfast / Buffet Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)

Day 16 - Return to USA
Your departure transfer arrives at Vienna Airport at 08:00 and continues back to Budapest Airport arriving at 12.00 noon. (Buffet Breakfast)

Join those in the know who are heading for the sun drenched islands of Dalmatia. Enjoy elegant cities, pristine wilderness, Roman remains, great food and scenery galore.

• A Welcome Reception with light informal meal (WR)
• 14 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 1 Dine-Around (DA), 1 Celebration Dinner (CD) and 4 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
• Escorted by a professional Tour Director
• Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
• Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
• Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
• Airport transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 16 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport or purchase a transfer)

• Budapest: Enjoy views across the Danube from Gellert Hill. Explore Buda’s Castle District. On the Pest side of the Danube, visit Heroes’ Square and drive down Andrassy Boulevard.
• Lake Balaton: Hear about the excellent wines produced along the shores.
• Zagreb: See Roosevelt Square and Ban Josip Jelacic Square. Tour the Upper Town to view the Presidential Palace, Stone Gate, St Marks Church and the Lotršcak Tower.
• Split: See St. Duje’s, the baptistery and the Golden Gate on your guided tour through the labyrinthine streets.
• Korcula: See Marco Polo’s house, Bishop’s Palace, Cathedral and town museum.
• Dubrovnik: See Onofrio’s Fountain, Rector’s Palace and city walls. Admire the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries.
• Trogir: See the Cipiko Palace and Romanesque Cathedral.
• Ljubljana: See the Castle, Cathedral of St Nicholas, Triple Bridge and City Hall.

Budapest: InterContinental
Zagreb: Sheraton
Split: Atrium
Korcula: Marko Polo
Dubrovnik: Libertas Rixos/Dubrovnik Palace
Plitvice: Eko/Jezero
Ljubljana: Lev
Vienna: Hilton Vienna Am Stadtpark

• Check visa requirements for this tour.
• Departures on August 31, September 7 and September 14 will stay at the Austria Trend Hotel in Ljubljana instead of the Hotel Lev.
• Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.

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