THE CROATIAN - 2010

15 days incl. travel, or 14 days from Vienna to Budapest (RP)

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Vacation Overview

This incredible vacation begins with two overnights in Vienna, once the center of the Habsburg Empire. Guided sightseeing shows off the must-see landmarks, including Hofburg Palace, the State Opera House, the Ringstrasse, and visits St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Head across scenic Semmering Pass, through Styria and Carinthia, and via the Alps to Ljubljana in Slovenia, where guided sightseeing features the medieval castle and visits magnificent St. Nicholas Cathedral. Continue to the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia and overnight in Split, with a visit to 4th-century Diocletian’s Palace, then cross into Bosnia-Herzegovina to visit the pilgrimage town of Medjugorje. In Dubrovnik, admire the impressive Crusade-era ramparts and the 15th-century Rector’s Palace before continuing to picturesque Plitvice National Park. North to the Croatian capital of Zagreb for guided sightseeing, then enter Hungary with a stop at beautiful Lake Balaton and two nights in cosmopolitan Budapest. Here, guided sightseeing includes views from Fishermen’s Bastion, a visit to Matthias Coronation Church, and a celebratory farewell dinner.

Notes:

Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
Note that this tour passes twice through Bosnia-Herzegovina.
This vacation can be combined with a river cruise. Please refer to our Web site or ask your Travel Agent for details.

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A Vacation Story Budapest

"A few hours in Hungary’s culturally-rich capital, and you’ll understand how it came to be known as the “Paris of the East.” A day or two of soaking in Budapest’s complex history, intricate artwork and ornate architecture, and you’ll be ready for a relaxing evening with the Danube’s calm waters as your backdrop. If your plans leave you with a bit of daylight, take time for a stroll around picturesque Margaret Island, Budapest’s answer to Central Park. Then head to dine and wine on one of the many first class restaurants tucked away in ships docked along the shores of the Danube. As the sunlight begins to fade, set your sights on the medieval Fisherman’s Bastion for an awe-inspiring view of the city. Budapest’s bridges and historic buildings, adorned with sparkling lights, create a breathtaking reflection in the river’s still waters."