Atlas Cruises & Tours www.escortedgeneraltours.com
A division of the Atlas Travel Network

Gems of the Adriatic
A  7-Day tour starting from $2,999

Live, experienced travel consultants available:
1-800-942-3301
Monday-Friday 9AM - 6:30PM Eastern Time
9AM - 2PM Saturdays

Tour Length:    7 Days
Tour Type:    Independent Travel
Tour Category:    Uncategorized
Tour Operator:    General Tours
Tour Code:    GT-441
About This Tour
Let us show you one of our favorite corners of Europe! Delight in the unhurried pace of this privately guided journey along the picturesque Adriatic coast. With your own personal guide leading the way, you’ll enjoy in-depth exploration in this trio of historic cities. Leisurely 2-night stays in our handpicked 5-star hotels and the attentive services of our signature private car touring promise an enriching and carefree vacation!
What's Included?

Engaging Discoveries… for our World Travelers
  • A delightful rail journey transports you from Zagreb across scenic mountain vistas and along the charming Adriatic coast to Split. Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery as you travel by private chauffeured car from Split to Dubrovnik. Expertly guided walking tours reveal the splendid architecture of these historic town centers. Complement your stay in Split with an available excursion to the historic isle of Hvar… for a special price of only $300 per person. 1 UNESCO World Heritage Sites #WHS# This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.
Discover Hvar for only $300 per person

Fine architecture, well preserved, unmistakably Venetian in design... Discover the enchanting Old Town and harbor of this historic island.






HOTEL INFORMATION:

Hotel Argentina
Hotel Class:
Hotel Argentina (Dubrovnik, Croatia)

Hotel Atrium
Hotel Class:
Hotel Atrium (Split, Croatia)

Regent Esplanade
Hotel Class:
Regent Esplanade (Zagreb, Croatia)
 
Sightseeing / Highlights

Engaging Discoveries… for our World Travelers
  • A delightful rail journey transports you from Zagreb across scenic mountain vistas and along the charming Adriatic coast to Split. Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery as you travel by private chauffeured car from Split to Dubrovnik. Expertly guided walking tours reveal the splendid architecture of these historic town centers. Complement your stay in Split with an available excursion to the historic isle of Hvar… for a special price of only $300 per person. 1 UNESCO World Heritage Sites #WHS# This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.
Discover Hvar for only $300 per person

Fine architecture, well preserved, unmistakably Venetian in design... Discover the enchanting Old Town and harbor of this historic island.





Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Zagreb, Croatia!
Check in to the Hotel Regent Esplanade, an historic luxury landmark established in 1925 for guests of the fabled Orient Express!

Day 2 - Explore Zagreb
Join your personal guide to explore the capital, beginning in Dulac Market, a lively emporium of fresh produce, tempting baked goods and traditional Croatian crafts. Continue your private sightseeing in Gornji Grad (Upper Town), the beautifully preserved historical center of the city. See St. Mark’s Church, easily recognized by its colorfully tiled roof, and the imposing Parliament. Continue to the Government Palace and the twin-spired Cathedral. The balance of your afternoon is at leisure to explore at your own pace. Meals B

Day 3 - Along the Adriatic by rail
Today’s rail journey through mountain landscapes and along the picturesque Adriatic coast brings you to Split#WHS#, where your privately guided walking tour reveals splendid ancient monuments like the imposing Diocletian Palace, build in the 4th century by the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Overnight at the 5-star Atrium Hotel, wonderfully located in downtown. Meals B

Day 4 - Split at leisure
Enjoy this free day to explore at your own pace. Or, join an available, privately-guided excursion to the island of Hvar. The tour begins with a chauffeured transfer to the pier for a scenic boat ride to the island. Step ashore in the charming harbor, backed by hills of rosemary and lavender, and meet your private guide for a memorable day of sightseeing. In the Old Town, you’ll see many fine stone buildings – unmistakably Venetian in design! Return to your hotel in Split and enjoy a free evening (Privately Guided Hvar Excursion: Just $300 per person). Meals B

Day 5 - To Dubrovnik by chauffeured car
Travel along the charming coast to Dubrovnik and settle in to your seaview room at the 5-star Hotel Argentina. With your own personal guide leading the way, you enter through towering medieval gates to explore one of the world’s best preserved medieval walled towns. Continue your walking tour along charming cobbled lanes to see the Rector’s Palace and Franciscan Monastery. Meals B

Day 6 - Enjoy Dubrovnik on your own
Your hotel is perfectly located just steps from Old Town. Take advantage of this privileged location and this free day to explore and enjoy at your own pace. Stroll along the ramparts of Old Town for magnificent views across the tiled rooftops to the shimmering Adriatic. Browse in the inviting boutiques and sample fine regional fare at the many charming restaurants and cafes. Meals B

Day 7 - Depart Dubrovnik
Your journey with us ends after breakfast. Meals B

Dates & Prices

To speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation.

Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date

       
Starting Date
Ending Date
Land Only
Land + Air
10/1/2010
12/31/2010
$3,299
Call (800) 942-3301
1/1/2011
1/31/2011
$2,999
Call (800) 942-3301
2/1/2011
4/30/2011
$3,299
Call (800) 942-3301
Specials

World Traveler 2% Cash Discount

If you make payment by check, money order or electronic cash withdrawal and pay-in-full for your General Tours trip within 7 days of making your reservation, we'll discount the entire cost of your trip by 2%.

Your entire balance must be paid by personal check, travel agency check, money order or authorized electronic debit withdrawal (ACH) from a checking account to qualify; and your payment must be received by General Tours not later than seven (7) days from the date of your reservation to qualify. We recommend using a traceable overnight delivery method. If your check or electronic debit is returned from your bank for any reason, your reservation will no longer qualify for the 2% cash discount; a $25 processing fee will be added to your account balance; and all future payments will need to be made by credit card or certified funds.


Save More. Get Closer. Family and Friends

Explore the world with your family and friends for a more enriching travel experience… Save $50 each when 3 guests travel together, $100 each when 4 guests travel together, and $150 each when 5 or more guests travel together. Combine these savings with your AAA or AARP Member Benefit and save even more!


Important Note:
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.