Adriatic Escape (Small Group)

• Zagreb: Walk with your Local Expert from the 19th-century parks and facades of the Lower Town towards the older streets around the main square. Along the way, you'll see key buildings such as the Art Pavilion and the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts, setting out the city's main landmarks.
• Zagreb: Ride one of the world's shortest funiculars from the Lower Town up to Gornji Grad in under a minute. At the top, you'll step out close to St Mark's Church, known for its coloured tiled roof, and Lotrščak Tower, the former city watchtower that still stands over the Upper Town.
• Ljubljana: Explore this elegant capital with your Local Expert, to see the castle City Hall, Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Triple Bridge.
• Postojna Cave: Explore Postojna Cave by underground train and on foot. This long-running show cave, first opened to visitors in the 19th century, reveals one of Europe's largest karst systems, with galleries, dripstone formations and an underground habitat for the rare olm, or “human fish”.
• Krk: Uncover Krk's layered history with your Local Expert, from its Roman roots to its medieval fortifications. Walk through the island's walled old town, see traces of Venetian influence, and visit landmarks like St Mary's Cathedral and Frankopan Castle, home to Croatian nobility.
• Pula: Join your Local Expert to explore one of the world's best-preserved Roman amphitheatres. Walk through ancient corridors, hear stories of gladiator battles, and learn how this impressive structure has stood for nearly 2,000 years, shaping the history of the region.
• Venice: Glide into La Serenissima with a scenic cruise along the Giudecca Canal. As your Travel Director offers a guided orientation, take in the grandeur of 13th to 18th-century palazzi, their colorful facades and elegant balconies lining the water's edge. Pass iconic landmarks including the Doge's Palace and the expansive St Mark's Square, getting your first glimpse of Venice's timeless beauty from the water.
• Venice: Glide through Venice's canals on an iconic gondola ride, passing beneath historic bridges and past elegant palaces. Soak up the city's romantic atmosphere as your gondolier navigates the tranquil waterways, offering a unique perspective of this timeless floating city.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

• Lake Bled: Glide across the emerald waters of Lake Bled aboard a traditional pletna boat, a method of transport unique to this region. On Bled Island, climb 99 stone steps to the Church of Mother of God and ring the legendary Wishing Bell, a centuries-old tradition said to bring good fortune to those who hear its chime.
• Lake Bled: Visit Vila Bled, once the summer retreat of Marshal Tito, the former leader of Yugoslavia, today it offers a peaceful setting to take in the stunning alpine views. Relax on the terrace and enjoy kremšnita, Bled's famous cream cake, paired with coffee as you soak in the serene surroundings.

• Ljubljana: Meet inspiring individuals at Sonček – Cerebral Palsy Association of Slovenia, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through meaningful employment and community integration. Learn how their Care and Work Centre provides guidance, care and adapted jobs, allowing members to create handcrafted souvenirs, artwork and other unique items. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
• Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's artisans teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft.  This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

• Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
• Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
• We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
• From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
• Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
• If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

• Krk: Savour a Farm-to-Table lunch at a family-owned winery, where locally sourced ingredients highlight the island's culinary traditions, paired with Krk's signature Žlahtina wine.
• Dining Summary: 4 Dinners (D), 9 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch (L)

• Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
• Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

• Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
• Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included