Circuit si sejur Croatia 11 zile Autocar

Ziua 1. BUCURESTI – PORTILE DE FIER – BELGRAD (cca. 595 km)

Plecare din Bucuresti, la ora 6.00, din parcarea de la Gara de Nord de pe Calea Grivitei
(langa Muzeul CFR) spre Drobeta – Turnu Severin.

Trecand peste barajul de la Portile de Fier, urmam malul sarbesc al Defileului Dunarii si
strabatem Cazanele Mari si Cazanele Mici, cu peisaje grandioase. Scurta oprire pentru
fotografii la Cetatea Golubac.
Seara ajungem in Belgrad, Capitala Serbiei, unde incepem vizita cu fortareata
Kalemegdan, pitoresc amplasata pe malul Dunarii.

Multimea de magazine si terase de pe strada Knez Mihailov ne vor oferi o “portie” de

relaxare, apoi in drum spre cazare, parcurgem un tur panoramic cu autocarul
spre Catedrala ortodoxa si Parlament.
Ziua 2. BELGRAD – CANIONUL TARA – PODGORITA (cca. 490 km)
Mic dejun. Strabatem Serbia pentru a ajunge in Muntenegru, unde vizitam Canionul
Tara.

Renumele acestuia este determinat atat de lungimea sa (al 2-lea dupa Marele Canion
din SUA), cat mai ales datorita peisajelor salbatice care ne vor incanta. Dupa vizita in
Podgorita, capitala Muntenegrului, cazare in zona Podgorita -Cetinje.

Ziua 3. FIORDUL BOKA KOTORSKA – DUBROVNIK – MOSTAR – MEDUGORJE

(cca. 325 km)
Mic dejun. Pornim spre cel mai sudic fiord din Europa- Boka Kotorska. Urmeaza
Dubrovnik, extrem de bine fortificat si excelent conservat, inclus in patrimoniul
UNESCO.

Turul orasului medieval include faimoasele ziduri considerate de necucerit, Poarta Pile,
celebra farmacie (sec. XIV) din Manastirea Franciscana, palatele Sponza si
Rector si turnul Orologiului.
Timp liber in Dubrovnik, pentru a ne bucura de farmecul medieval al orasului.
Traversam in Bosnia- Hertegovina, unde vizitam Medugorje, binecunoscut centru de
pelerinaje cu peste un milion de vizitatori anual.

Continuam cu Mostar, orasel pitoresc renumit prin Podul de piatra cladit in timpul
sultanului Soliman Magnificul in sec. XVI. Cazare in zona Mostar- Medugorje.

Ziua 4. SPLIT – TROGIR – SIBENIK – ZADAR (cca. 435 km)

Mic dejun. Traversam frontiera in Croatia, pentru a vizita Split, cel mai mare oras de pe
coasta Dalmata, pe care il putem considera nu doar un oras medieval, ci chiar un oras
antic locuit pana in prezent.

S-au pastrat din sec. III- IV atat Poarta de Aur, Poarta de Fier la care a fost adaugat
si turnul Ceasului, Palatul, cat si Mausoleul lui Diocletian. Mausoleul, desi a fost
construit pentru a omagia unul dintre cei mai mari persecutori ai crestinismului, a sfarsit
prin a fi transformat in Catedrala St. Domnius, functionala pana azi.
Foarte aproape de Split, vom admira arhitectura venetiana a orasului Trogir, pt. care
acesta a devenit patrimoniu UNESCO, avand peste 2000 de ani de locuire continua,
precum si Sibenik, pitoresc orasel construit in sec. XI de croati.

Punctul de atractie in Sibenik este Catedrala Sf. Iacov de secol XV, superb construita
atat in stil gotic, cat si renascentist, care desi a suferit daune majore in timpul razboiului
din 1991, este astazi in totalitate refacuta.

Ultimul oras vizitat in aceasta zi este Zadar, unde vom admira fortificatiile datand din
perioada stapanirii venetiene, (dar si mici portiuni ramase din perioada romana), portile
din sec. XVI, Forumul Roman, Bis. Sf. Donatus din sec. IX in stil preromanic si
Catedrala Sf. Anastasia, construita in sec. XII-XIII in stil romanic. Cazare in zona
Plitvice.

Ziua 5. PARCUL NAT. PLITVICE –INSULA KRK –OPATIJA (cca. 295 km)

Mic dejun. Dimineata vizitam Parcul National Plitvice, format dintr-o salba de lacuri
limpezi, si cascade amplasate intr-o zona de o frumusete si salbaticie rare.

Deplasare in insula Krk. Contra cost (30 EUR) putem opta pt. o croaziera pe Adriatica
pentru a avea ocazia (daca vremea permite) sa navigam circa 3 – 4 ore pe langa Ins.
Krk si alte 3 insulite cu peisaje de vis si mici golfuri potrivite pentru baie.

Cazare in hotel OPATIJA din statiunea Opatija. http://www.hotel-opatija.hr/

Ziua 6. OPATIJA – plaja, mare, relaxare
Mic dejun. Timp liber la dispozitie pentru a va relaxa la plaja pe malul Adriaticii. Cazare
la acelasi hotel OPATIJA

Ziua 7. OPATIJA – VENETIA – OPATIJA (cca. 445 km)

Mic dejun. Program liber la dispozitie pentru plaja in Opatija sau excursie optionala la
Venetia (55 euro / pers., pret in care SUNT INCLUSE si biletele de vaporetto, exceptie
Murano).
Imbarcandu-ne in Punta Sabbioni, sosim in Piata San Marco, apreciat de Napoleon
drept cel mai elegant salon al Europei. Admiram Palatul Dogilor, continand capodopere
ale lui Tintoretto, Veronese, Titian, Tiepolo, Pisanello, Carapaccio, Bellini, etc., apoi
Basilica San Marco, renumita prin mozaicurile sale aurite de inspiratie bizantina,
si Campanilla, inalta de aproape 100 m.
Timp liber pentru plimbare spre Podul Rialto si cautarea de suveniruri pentru cei dragi
de acasa, printre multitudinea de magazine si tarabe cu artizani de la baza podului.

Turistii care nu sunt la prima vizita in Venetia, pot opta ca insotiti de ghid sa parcurga
traseul spre Panteonul Venetiei, splendida Basilica San Giovanni e Paolo, apoi contra
cost (biletele pentru vaporasul de Murano dus- intors nu sunt incluse in pret), de la
Fondamente Nove, imbarcare pentru insula Murano, faimoasa pentru arta prelucrarii
sticlei, aici obtinandu-se de sute de ani cele mai renumit cristal din lume. Intoarcere la
acelasi hotel din Opatija pt. cazare

Ziua 8. OPATIJA – plaja, mare, relaxare

Mic dejun. Timp liber la dispozitie pentru a va relaxa la plaja pe malul Adriaticii. Cazare
la acelasi hotel OPATIJA

Ziua 9. POLA – ROVINJ – POREC – POSTOJNA (cca. 285 km)

Dupa micul dejun, plecare spre peninsula Istria. Prima vizita va fi in Pola, care abunda
de vestigii datand din perioada romana, in stare exceptionala de
conservare: Amfiteatrul Roman (sec. I), Arcul lui Sergius Lepidus, Templul lui
Augustus, Portile Gemene, Poarta lui Hercule si nu in ultimul rand Catedrala ale carei
prime vestigii (a suferit multe reconstructii, fireste) dateaza din sec. al V-lea.
Urmeaza Rovinj, stapanit mai bine de 500 de ani de venetieni, de la care ne-au ramas
arhitectura orasului foarte pitoreasca, precum si Biserica baroca Sf. Eufimia construita
la inceputul sec XVIII, dar care adaposteste si opere de arta mult mai timpurii.

Plimbandu-ne pe stradutele inguste, este posibil sa intalnim si vorbitori ai limbii istro

romane, destul de numerosi in zona.

Ultima vizita din Istria o vom face in Porec, construit pe structura unui castru roman, din
care s-au pastrat pana astazi strazile Cardo Maximus si Decumanus.

Cea mai importanta atractie a orasului este Biserica Euphrasius, un exemplu remarcabil
al arhitecturii bizantine timpurii din sec. VI, intrat in patrimoniul UNESCO inca din 1997
si superb decorat cu mozaicuri aurite din acelasi sec. al VI-lea.
 Dupa amiaza traversam in Slovenia, pentru a vizita pestera Postojna, impresionanta
prin dimensiunile sale (ne vom deplasa aproape 4 km cu un trenulet electric), dar si prin
bogatia de stalactite si stalagmite.

Cazare in zona Postojna – Lubljana.

Ziua 10. LJUBLJANA – ZAGREB – LACUL BALATON – BUDAPESTA (cca. 525 km)

Mic dejun. Dimineata parcurgem turul capitalei Sloveniei: Piata Congresului, Biserica
Franciscana, Podul Triplu, Primaria, Catedrala, Podul Dragonului.
Timp liber in Ljubljana, pentru a putea urca cu funicularul (optional), pana la Castelul din
sec. XII care domina orasul cu silueta sa masiva.

Pornim spre Zagreb, capitala Croatiei, unde admiram din autocar: Piata Tomislav, cu
statuia primului rege Croat (sec. X), Muzeul Mimara, avand cele mai remarcabile
colectii de arta din intreaga tara, Universitatea si Teatrul National – cea mai eleganta
cladire din oras, prin stilul sau neo-baroc de sfarsit de sec. XIX.
Urmeaza turul pietonal: pornim din vechiul cartier Kaptol de la Catedrala construita in
stil gotic la inceputul sec. XIII, spre Piata Ban Jelacic (patriot croat pasoptist)

Timp liber in Zagreb, pe stradutele inguste pline de terase, cafenele si magazine de

artizanat. Deplasarea continua spre Budapesta, urmand pe autostrada malul lacului
Balaton, cel mai mare lac din Europa centrala.

Incheiem excursia cu o croaziera optionala pe Dunare la Budapesta (14 euro fara masa
sau 29 euro cu masa), pentru a admira principalele obiective ale capitalei
Ungariei: Parlamentul, Podul cu Lanturi, Bastionul Pescarilor, Basilica Sf.
Matyas, Palatul Regal, Stanca Ghelert. Cazare la Budapesta.
Ziua 11. BUDAPESTA – ARAD – SIBIU – BUCURESTI (cca. 815 km)
Mic dejun. Intoarcere in Romania, cu sosire in Bucuresti la Gara de Nord in jurul orei
23.30, in functie de trafic si de durata formalitatilor din frontiera.

Final Circuit si sejur Croatia 11 zile Autocar

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 Ziua 1. Bucuresti – Belgrad

Ne imbarcam in autocar la ora 6.30 dimineata din Autogara Centrala - Bucuresti si

plecam pe ruta Craiova – Drobeta Turnu Severin. Oprim la Taverna Sarbului,   
 delectandu-ne inca de pe teritoriul romanesc cu primele savori sarbesti. Trecem
Dunarea la Portile de Fier si continuam drumul pe malul sarbesc al Dunarii, pana la
Cetatea Golubat. Aflata la 4 km de localitatea omonima, cetatea se inalta spectaculos
pe stancile inalte de bazalt, imaginea sa oglindindu-se in apele line ale Dunarii. In
timpul vizitei, aflam despre istoria tumultoasa a cetatii si surprindem prin obiectivul
aparatului foto panorama ametitoare de pe zidurile inalte. Ajungem seara in Belgrad, si
ne ramane timp sa facem un scurt tur panoramic. La inceput, ne incearca un puternic
sentiment de        déjà vu: aceleasi cladiri stereotipe, bulevarde largi flancate de blocuri
de locuinte, cartiere urbanizate in stilul caracteristic al epocii comuniste. Apoi totul se
schimba si putem sa admiram cladirile si monumentele istorice imbaiate in lumini
ambientale. Ne vor impresiona pe rand: Parlamentul, Citadela Kalemegdan, Palatul
Printesei Ljubica, artera pietonala Kneaz Mihaljov. Ne indreptam spre hotel pentru
cazare.

 02.09.2019

Ziua 2. Canionul Tara – Podgorica – Cetinje

Itinerariul nostru continua cu vizita Parcului Durmitor si a Canionului de pe raul Tara.

Parcul National Durmitor se afla la 2.522 m, astfel incat, e bine sa va pregatiti
aparatele de fotografiat pentru cat mai multe cadre spectaculoase. Durmitor, se afla pe
lista Patrimoniului UNESCO din 1980, impreuna cu raurile Tara, Draga si Susica, ale
caror canioane brazdeaza Rezervatia. Canionul Raului Tara este considerat un
monument al naturii, cu a sa adancime de peste 1300 m fiind al doilea ca marime dupa
Marele Canion din Statele Unite! Pornim acum motorele catre Podgorica unde se face
un scurt tur panoramic si avem ocazia sa mai aflam despre istoria locurilor. Obisnuiti
deja cu peisajele montane spectaculoase, continuam calatoria spre Cetinje - capitala
istorica a Muntenegrului. Cazare la hotel in Cetinje.

 03.09.2019

Ziua 3. Cetinje – Fiordul Kotor – Dubrovnik – Split

Ne incepem programul cu o scurta vizita in Cetinje, care prin arhitectura sa urbana

este o reflexie si totodata subiect de reflectie a istoriei tumultoase a acestui stat           
ex-yugoslav. Ne oprim la manastirea construita in 1484 si la Palatul Regelui Nicolae.
Apoi ne continuam plimbarea pe korzo, promenada orasului, o zona pietonala animata
de artisti de strada, terase cochete, cafenele moderne, aflate in preajma Academiei de
Arte. Admiram resedinta prezidentiala, apoi ne indreptam spre Biserica Ćipur ridicata 
pe fundatia vechii manastirii Crnojević din secolul al XV-lea. Noua manastire, ridicata
 in 1701 pastreaza moastele Sf. Ioan Botezatorul si o bucata din Crucea Sfanta. Cetinje
ne surprinde placut, fiind un oras cu o mostenire culturala unica, cu oameni care par
sa pretuiasca viata asa cum o faceam si noi nu demult, in tihna.
Suntem nerabdatori sa pornim la drum urmatorul nostru “obiectiv”  este Fiordul Kotor,
unul dintre cele mai frumoase din lume, deseori denumit "Fiordul Sudului", inclus pe
lista Patrimoniului UNESCO din 1979. Orasul Kotor, fortareata navala venetiana intre
secolele XV-XVIII, este un adevarat monument in aer liber. Tot aici, pastrand traditia
de secole, localnicii ne fac pofta cu sunca uscata, maslinele amestecate cu rozmarin
de munte si ghirlandele de smochine uscate stranse cu frunze de dafin. Plecam la
drum spre Dubrovnik, orasul pe care Byron l-a descris drept “Perla Adriaticii”.  
A fost intemeiat in secolul al XVI-lea, adapostind in portul sau o flota comerciala
recunoscuta timp de secole in intreaga lume.

Intram animati de o curiozitate… De ce a fost ales Dubrovnic de echipa serialului

“Urzeala Tronurilor” ca loc de filmare?  De indata ce pornim la pas prin vechiul oras,
gasim si raspunsul: scenografia e perfecta pentru scenele pline de fantezie din serial.
Palatele superbe, capelele renascentiste, cladiri venetiene si vile elegante cu influente
baroce strajuiesc stradutele pavate cu piatra cubica. Avem motiv sa ne oprim la
Biserica Franciscana cu cea mai veche farmacie din lume. Apoi ne atrag ca niste
magneti fortareata Lovrijenac si Minceta. Mergem pe Stradun – principala artera
pietonala din cetate, si vedem alte vestigii ale gloriei acestui oras-port: biserica San
Salvadore, Palatul Rectorilor, superbul Palat Sponza, Turnul cu Ceas, simbol al
orasului, Biserica Sf. Vasile, Manastirea Dominicana, Portul vechi si Fortareata
Ravelin. Admiram Catedrala din Dubrovnik,  o impresionanta bazilica baroca a carei
reconstructie ar fi fost finantata de insusi marele rege cruciat Richard Inima de Leu.
Apoi ne facem timp pentru cumparaturi, pentru a savura o cafea si admira peisajul
citadin.  
Celebritati ca Beyoncé, Roman Abramovici, Sir Roger Moore si Bob Geldof au fost
zariti pe aici, ba mai mult, orasul vechi din Dubrovnik a devenit o locatie populara de
cinema in ultimii ani. De exemplu, aici au fost filmate scene ample pentru “Game of
Thrones”, “Star Wars” sau “Robin Hood”.
Plecam din Dubrovnik cu un album impesionant de impresii si momente surprinse cu
aparatele foto pe care le rememoram in camera hotelului din zona Split.

 04.09.2019

Ziua 4. Split – Trogir - Zadar

Ne trezim voiosi pentru a incepe ziua cu o incursiune in Split, cel de-al doilea oras al
Croatiei - o adevarata nestemata la malul marii, un amestec spectaculos de vechi si
nou, de cladiri istorice unice, cu plaje cosmopolite si o peninsula impadurita numita
“Marjan”.. 
Ne indreptam pasii catre inima orasului vechi unde se afla cetatea antica si fortificatiile
vechiului palat roman – Palatul Diocletian, construit la comanda imparatului. Ratacim
pe aleile medievale pline de viata unde avem de ales intre magazine cochete,
restaurante apetisante si galerii de arta. Tot aici vizitam, Catedrala cu faimosul turn cu
clopot, Templul lui Jupiter, iar langa, avem ocazia sa contemplam ruinele romane si
cateva cladiri medievale.    
Moment de ragaz: 
Promenada cu faleza ne ofera o priveliste incantatoare spre marea animata de veliere,
iar in departare ghicim ca se ascund plaje izolate, palcuri de pini si plantatii de maslini
batute de briza aromata a marii. Savurati o cafea sau un frappe la una dintre
cafenelele aici  si contempleaza frumoasa culoare albastra a Marii Adriatice.
Urmatoarea oprire va fi in Trogir, „orasul-muzeu” si sit UNESCO care ne dezvaluie o
multime de atractii istorice minunate, de la ziduri medievale si bastioane, la strazi
pitoresti si arcade. Catedrala Sf. Laurentiu, dateaza din anul 1213 dominand peisajul
atractiilor turistice din Trogir , este aplasata in centrul  vechi al orasului. Statuile lui
Adam si a Evei „pazesc” intrarea in catedrala, iar daca vrei sa admiri de la inaltime
frumoasa piateta poti urca pana la etajul superior. Dupa catedrala se afla Turnul  cu
Ceas si Loggia, ramasite ale unei biserici mici „Sf Sebastian”. Urmeaza Palatul
Primariei-Rectorului sau Palatului Ducelui, o constructie foarte frumoasa cu o fantana
in curte, o scara interioara cu motive gotice, iar pe interior la partea superioara multiple
blazoane ale vechilor si importantelor familii din Trogir. Pe niste strazi inguste trecand
pe langa numeroase terase, si apoi pe langa Manastirea “Sf. Nicolae”, iesim pe
bulevardul de promenada al orasului-muzeu, intitulat Riva. Printre palmieri si tarabe cu
fel de fel de suveniruri, trecand pe langa statuia lui Augustin Kazotic, un umanist si
episcop nascut in Trogir, ajungem in partea de sud-est a orasului, unde se afla
Fortareata Kamerlengo , fosta resedinta a guvernatorului venetian. Alaturi se afla
Turnul Sf. Marcu, o constructie circulara care corespundea candva cu fortareata si
adapostea artileria capabila sa apere orasul de fortele care veneau dinspre mare. 
Plecam din Trogir cu o impresie placuta despre frumosul oras venetian si ne indreptam
spre Zadar , un oras istoric pitoresc, pentru un tur pietonal in centrul istoric. Orasul se
remarca prin numeroasele biserici care au supravietuit raidurilor aeriene in timpul celui
de-al doilea razboi mondial. Catedrala Sf. Anastasia din secolul al XIII-lea, este cea
mai mare si mai frumoasa biserica romana din Dalmatia. Orasul se mindreste cu o
orga de lumini denumita “ Salutul Soarelui” , precum si o “ orga muzicala” activata de
puterea valurilor, ambele unicat in Europa.
 Ne continuam drumul spre hotel unde ajungem in cursul serii. Cazare la hotel in zona
Plitvice. 

 05.09.2019

Ziua 5. Parcul National Plitvice – Rijeka - Pola

Dupa micul dejun pornim din nou in cautarea altor taramuri de basm. Si ca sa nu crezi
ca e o figura de stil, iti dezvaluim destinatia: Parcul National Plitvice. Inscrisa pe lista
Patrimoniului UNESCO, rezervatia atrage peste un milion de vizitatori, fiind si cea mai
veche rezervatie naturala din sud-estul Europei. Ne aflam in unul dintre cele mai
spectaculoase si mai salbatice locuri din Europa. Lacurile terasate ce se varsa in
cascade produc curcubee spectaculoase, vegetatia de un verde intens este imbaiata
in vapori de apa cristalina si pe alocuri zarim celebrele fenomene carstice. Este pur si
simplu o minune a naturii, inconjurata de munti si paduri dese, neatinse de civilizatie. 
Dupa ce ne-am incarcat de frumoase privelisti naturale ne imbarcam in autocoar si ne
continuam drumul prin Croatia. Parasim Dalmatia si ne indreptam spre Istria iar prima
oprire va fi Rijeka, cel mai important oras-port al Istriei si al treilea ca marime din
Croatia, dupa Zagreb si Split. Mergem pe Korzo (sau “Corso”) si trecem pe sub poarta
arcuita catre centrul orasului. Aceasta poarta a fost la inceputuri locul de intrare in
micuta asezare, fiind situata in imediata apropiere a marii. Ca in orice urbe care se
respecta, si in Rijeka gasim un Turn cu ceas, a carui cladire de culoare galbena
pazeste intrarea in oras. 

Moment de ragaz:
Korzo este inima orasului si reprezinta strada principala pietonala, larga, intesata de
multe magazine. Cafenele si terase chic, ce emana peste tot un rafinament specific
sunt decorate din plin cu tot felul de aranjamente florale viu colorate. Savurati un
oamenii, fie espresso cu o Rozata este un fel de crema de zahar ars, fiind chiar cel
mai traditional desert croat. Si pentru cei care adora inghetata incercati si combinatia
de Nutella cu nuca de cocos. Nu veti regreta!
Dupa Rijeka, ne oprim si in frumosul orasel Pola. Este cel mai vechi si cel mai mare
oras din regiunea istorica  Istria fiind cunoscut pentru cladirile sale care au supravietuit
inca din perioada romana. Un exemplu in acest sens este  Amfiteatrul denumit si
Arena, care seamana foarte mult cu Colloseum –ul din Roma, dar la o scara mult mai
mica.  A fost construit in  secolul I in timpul imparatului Augustus si  este unul dintre
cele mai bine conservate amfiteatre din antichitate iar  UNESCO l-a inclus in lista sa
de patrimoniu inca din  1997.  In apropiere se afla si Templul lui Augustus, inchinat in
cinstea primului imparat al Romei. Ne indreptam spre hotelul nostru pentru odihna
binemeritata. Cazare in zona Buzet.
 06.09.2019

Ziua 6. Pola – Portoroz – Postojna - Ljublijana

Urcam in autocar si ne pregatim pentru  o noua aventura in Istria. Primul popas il

facem in oraselul Groznjan, un loc pitoresc cu o istorie interesanta. Pe masura ce
pasesti pe stradutele pline cu artisti, artizani si cafenele, nu ai crede ca, acum citiva
ani, Groznjan a fost cat pe ce sa ajunga un oras abandonat. Daca nu credeai in a doua
sansa, vei vedea cu ochii tai ca se poate! Un oras medieval a carui frumusete originala
a fost pastrata pana astazi, prin conservarea zidurilor vechi, forturi, biserici si
monumente. 
Parasim Croatia si ne indreptam spre Slovenia, cu o scurta oprire in Portoroz, o
importanta si cunoscuta statiune balneara. Vedeta statiunii, Hotel Palace s-a deschis
prima oara in anul 1910 si a fost considerat inca din acele vremuri cel mai frumos hotel
de pe coasta Adriaticii.
In continuare ne deplasam spre  Pestera Postojna, fenomen carstic de exceptie in
Europa. Are o fauna foarte variata: de la creveti, miriapode si greieri de pestera, la
marea atractie pentru turisti: Proteus Anguinus, o reptila acvatica rara cu piele
asemanatoare cu cea umana, semitransparenta. Animalele pot fi vazute la vivariul de
langa pestera.
E timpul sa ne luam ramas bun de la inca un loc plin de farmec si sa ne indreptam
catre Ljubljana, capitala Sloveniei, unul dintre cele mai fermecatoare orase ale Europei
Centrale. Ne bucuram impreuna ca am ajuns in acest oras care, cu siguranta, ne va
incanta ochii si sufletul cu abilitatea sa de a aduce impreuna trecutul si prezentul. 
Cazare in Ljubljana.

 07.09.2019

Ziua 7. Ljublijana – Zagreb - Belgrad

Pornim impreuna sa vedem cu ochii nostri cum se integreaza istoria    intr-un prezent
vibrant si viu. Caci te uimeste verdeata orasului, iar tihna acestei capitale europene te
va cuprinde ca o poveste frumoasa. Destinatia noastra este Castelul Ljubljana, care se
inalta pe dealul din mijlocul capitalei slovene. Acesta dateaza din secolul al XV-lea si
aspectul sau impunator ii tradeaza rolul istoric de fortareata, cazarma si resedinta
regala. Verifica bateriile aparatului de fotografiat sau bazeaza-te pe camera telefonului,
la alegere. Podul Triplu este unul dintre cele mai frumoase si cunoscute poduri din
Ljubljana. Arhitectura sa speciala reunesete, de fapt, un grup de trei poduri care leaga
orasul modern de centrul medieval. Zona este animata de baruri si restaurante, iar
turistii reusesc aici sa faca fotografii demne de pus in rama!
 Pornim apoi spre Zagreb. Capitala croata ne ofera o perspectiva frumoasa, incadrata
de Muntele Medvednica. Orasul  a rezistat eroic atacurilor turcesti dar si cutremurului
devastator din 1880. Incercarile traite de-a lungul timpului se vad, azi, in Zagreb, in
doua moduri. Bisericile luxuriante si manastirile arata credinta puternica in Dumnezeu.
Pe de alta parte, palatele, parcurile si aria comerciala arata ca in Zagreb oamenii stiu
sa se bucure de viata! In vizita noastra, vedem ambele pespective: cea spirituala, la
Catedrala Adormirea Maicii Domnului, care domina Piata Kaptol cu turnurile sale ce
vegheaza orasul inca din secolul al XIII-lea, dar si partea moderna, vibranta pe care o
simti in Piata Centrala Zrinjevac.  

Moment de ragaz : 
Aici zabovim cat sa savuram o placinta delicioasa numita soparnik, un preparat
traditional croat al carui gust ne cucereste pe loc. Placinta este umpluta cu crema de
mangold, o planta cu proprietati miraculoase, fiind bogata in antioxidati. Soparnik a fost
ridicata la rang de mostenire culturala de catre Ministerul Culturii din Croatia. 
Plecam oarecum nostalgici spre Belgrad. Cazare la hotel in Belgrad. 

 08.09.2019

Ziua 8. Belgrad - Bucuresti

Dupa micul dejun, lasam apoi in urma frumoasele locuri pe care le-am vizitat si plecam
spre Romania. Parcurgem drumul cu amintiri de nepretuit in minte si gata pentru a
gusta din istoria altui taram misterios si captivant.

3.
Itinerariu:
Ziua 1. București – Belgrad
Plecare dimineața pe ruta București – Pitești – Craiova – Dr. Tr. Severin – Belgrad. Tur
de oraș în Belgrad, cunoscut și sub numele de „Orașul Alb” datorită stilului arhitectural.
Cazare la hotel în zona Belgrad.

Ziua 2. Belgrad – Podgorica – Budva

Mic dejun. Plecare spre Budva. Oprire la Čačak, oraș situat pe râul Morava, la
Prijepolje, oraș situat în districtul Zlatibor şi la Podgorica, capitala Muntenegrului.
Cazare la hotel în zona Budva.

Ziua 3. Budva – Kotor* – Dubrovnik*

Mic dejun. Timp liber la dispoziție sau excursie opțională la Kotor*, unul dintre cele mai
bine conservate orașe medievale și la Dubrovnik*, oraș vechi de la Marea Adriatică
inclus în Patrimoniul UNESCO. Cazare la hotel în zona Budva.

Ziua 4. Budva – Split

Mic dejun. Plecare spre Split, oraș situat pe Coasta Dalmată în Croația, renumit pentru
plajele și fortărețele sale. Timp liber pentru relaxare. Cazare la hotel în zona Split.

Ziua 5. Split – Plitvice

Mic dejun. Se vizitează Parcul Natural Plitvice, cunoscut pentru lacurile sale și vegetația
luxuriantă. Timp liber. Cazare la hotel în zona Plitvice.

Ziua 6. Plitvice – Zagreb – Ljubljana

Mic dejun. Plecare spre Ljubljana, capitala Sloveniei. Oprire la Zagreb, capitala Croației,
renumită pentru parcurile și piețele fermecătoare. Cazare la hotel în zona Ljubljana.

Ziua 7. Ljubljana – Trieste – Lido di Jesolo

Mic dejun. Tur panoramic în Ljubljana. Plecare spre Lido di Jesolo, una dintre cele mai
frumoase stațiuni din nordul Italiei, apreciată pentru plajele cu nisip auriu. Pe drum,
popas la Trieste, oraș port al cărui grandoare de altă dată este redată de clădirile și
străzile construite în stil neo-clasic. Cazare la hotel în Lido di Jesolo.

4.
Ziua 1 | BUCURESTI – BELGRAD
Plecare din Bucuresti - Piata Victoriei, ora 05:00 pe ruta Bucuresti – Ploiesti – Brasov –
Sibiu – Sebes – Deva – Arad – Timisoara - Belgrad. Sosire la Belgrad seara tarziu, in
functie de formalitatile vamale. Cazare hotel Elegance 3* sau similar.
 
Ziua 2 | BELGRAD – MUNTENEGRU - KOLASIN
Mic dejun. Tur de oras jumatate de zi Belgrad: Citadela Kalemegdan situata dramatic
deasupra confluentei raurilor Sava si Dunare, Palatul Printesei Ljubice, Piata Republicii
si Strada Mihajlova, Templul Sf. Sava, cea mai mare biserica ortodoxa din oras,
Mormantul Maresalului Tito, Muzeul National. Excursia continua spre Muntenegru si
vom ajunge in cursul serii in statiunea montana Kolasin. „O Elvetie neatinsa”, a scris in
1998 un ziarist german extaziat, dupa un sejur la Kolasin. Oraselul se afla „la nivel
inalt”, la 960 m deasupra nivelului marii. Padurile, nesfarsitele pasuni, sunt completate
de cascade si lacuri. Cazare hotel Lipka 4* sau similar.
 
Ziua 3 | KOLASIN – CANIONUL TARA – PODGORICA – CETINJE - BUDVA
Mic dejun. Excursia continua cu vizitarea Parcului Durmitor si a Canionului Raului Tara.
Parcul National Durmitor a fost creat in 1952 si se inalta uimitor pana la 2.522 m!
Durmitor, care inseamna "adormit” intr-unul dintre dialectele Muntenegrului antic, a fost
preluat pe lista Patrimoniului UNESCO in 1980, impreuna cu raurile Tara, Draga si
Susica, ale caror canioane brazdeaza Parcul National Durmitor. In Parcul National
Durmitor, Canionul Raului Tara este el insusi un monument, care se intinde pe 80 de
kilometri si are o adancime de 1.300 m, fiind al doilea ca marime dupa Marele Canion
din Statele Unite! Plecare spre capitala Podgorica unde se face un scurt tur panoramic,
iar apoi vom ajunge in Cetinje - capitala istorica a Muntenegrului. Admiram in turul
pietonal vechea Manastire, resedinta prezidentiala, muzee si galerii. Ne indreptam
catre Budva, metropola turistica a Muntenegrului, datorita numeroaselor plaje si a
peisajelor de vis care imprejmuiesc mica statiune de la Marea Adriatica. Pe langa
minunatele peisaje, Budva este deosebita si datorita numeroaselor vestigii si
monumente istorice. Cazare hotel Anita 3* sau similar in Budva-Becici.
 
Ziua 4 | FIORDUL KOTOR – DUBROVNIK – PERLA ADRIATICII
Mic dejun. Ne indreptam catre Croatia, de-a lungul fiordului Kotor, unul dintre cele mai
frumoase golfuri din lume, deseori denumit "Fiordul Sudului". In anul 1979, golful a fost
inclus pe lista Patrimoniului UNESCO. Excursia continua spre Dubrovnik, nu inainte de
a face un stop fotografic in locul special amenajat care ofera o panorama deosebita
asupra orasului si a insulei Locrum. Intalnire cu ghidul local la Pile Gate – Poarta
principala de intrare in cetatea Dubrovnik pentru Tur de oras Dubrovnik pietonal cu ghid
local: Biserica Franciscana unde se afla cea mai veche farmacie din lume, fantana lui
Onofrio, fortareata Lovrijenac, fortareata Minceta, Stradun – principala artera pietonala
din cetate, biserica votiva San Salvadore, Palatul Rectorilor, Palatul Sponza, turnul cu
ceas – simbol al orasului, Biserica Sf. Blaise, Manastirea Dominicana, Portul vechi si
fortareata Ravelin (Durata: 2 ore, fara intrari). Timp liber la dispozitie pentru
cumparaturi. Cazare hotel Epidaurus 3* sau similar Cavtat - Dubrovnik.
 
Ziua 5 | DUBROVNIK – STON & INSULA KORKULA
Mic dejun. Optional, vizitarea pitorescului orasel medieval Ston, un veritabil orasel
fortareata ale carui ziduri fortificate au o circumferinta de 5 km. Continuam excursia
traversand valurile Adriaticii spre Insula Korkula –locul natal al marelui navigator Marco
Polo. Vizitam orasul Korkula - un oras istoric fortificat situat pe coasta de est a insulei.
Orasul merita vizitat, fiind incarcat de istorie si marturii ale acesteia: Catedrala Sf.
Marcu (construita intre 1301-1806) in stil romano-gotic, Manastirea Franciscana din
secolul al XV-lea, Palatul fostilor guvernatori venetieni, palatele din secolele XV si XVI
ale nobililor comercianti si fortificatiile masive ale orasului. Cazare hotel Epidaurus 3*
sau similar Cavtat – Dubrovnik.
 
Ziua 6 | DUBROVNIK – SPLIT - PLITVICE
Mic dejun. Din Dubrovnik ne indreptam spre nord de-a lungul spectaculoasei Coaste
Adriatice, trecand pe langa sate vechi de pescari si resorturi noi, ajungand la Split. Vom
vizita orasul printr-un scurt tur pietonal: Palatul lui Diocletian, Catedrala cu faimosul turn
cu clopot, Templul lui Jupiter, iar langa ruinele romane se gasesc cateva cladiri
medievale, printre care si o primarie datand din secolul al XV-lea. Dupa vizita in Split,
ne indreptam catre zona Parcului National Plitvice. Cazare hotel Park 3* in Bihac.
 
Ziua 7 | PLITVICE - ZAGREB
Mic dejun. Excursia continua spre Parcul National Plitvice. Complexul a fost declarat
parc national inca din anul 1949, reprezentand cea mai veche rezervatie naturala din
sud-estul Europei, vizitata anual de aproape 1 milion turisti, iar in anul 1979 parcul
Plitvice a fost preluat pe lista Patrimoniului UNESCO. Daca va intrebati de ce peste un
million de oameni vin aici in fiecare an, din toate colturile lumii, va invitam sa va pregatiti
aparatele foto si camerele de filmat si sa vizitati unul dintre cele mai spectaculoase si
mai salbatice locuri din Europa. Acesta minune naturala cu 16 lacuri terasate
inconjurate de munti si vegetatie luxurianta va taie pur si simplu rasuflarea. Continuam
drumul spre Zagreb - un oras plin de farmec cu bulevarde largi, piete uriase si cu o
arhitectura secessionista. Vizitam: Piata Centrala, Piata Jelacic, Catedrala - o bijuterie
arhitecturala gotica, Turnul Lotrscak. Cazare hotel I 3* sau similar Zagreb.
 
Ziua 8 | ZAGREB – LACUL BALATON - BUDAPESTA
Mic dejun. Excursia continua spre capitala Ungariei – Budapesta, nu inainte de a face
un popas la Siofok pe malul lacului Balaton. Sosire in cursul serii la Budapesta.
Scurt tur de oras panoramic in Budapesta. Seara, optional, croaziera si cina romantica
pe Dunare: welcome drink, 2 preparate calde, preparate reci si salate, bauturi: 1 sticla
de vin la 4 persoane, apa minerala si racoritoare. Cazare la hotel Expo Congress 4* sau
similar.
 
Ziua 9 | BUDAPESTA - BUCURESTI
Mic dejun. Plecare spre tara. Sosire seara, tarziu, in functie de formalitatile vamale.
 
Sfarsitul pachetului de servicii.
Incluse:
Servicii incluse:
 
Transport cu autocar propriu, clasificat 4* pe toata durata programului
Cazare 8 nopti la hoteluri 3* si 4* astfel:
1 noapte cazare cu mic dejun hotel Elegance 3* sau similar Belgrad
1 noapte cazare cu mic dejun hotel Lipka 4* sau similar Kolasin
1 noapte cazare cu mic dejun hotel Anita 3* sau similar Budva-Becici
2 nopti cazare cu mic dejun hotel Epidaurus 3* sau similar Cavtat-Dubrovnik
1 noapte cazare cu mic dejun hotel Park 3* sau similar Bihac
1 noapte cazare cu mic dejun hotel I 3* sau similar Zagreb
1 noapte cazare cu mic dejun hotel Expo Congress 4* sau similar Budapesta
Tur de oras: Belgrad, Podgorica, Cetinje, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Zagreb, Budapesta
Ghizi locali la Cetijne, Kotor si Dubrovnik
Excursiile din program: Parcul National Durmitor, Canionul Tara, Parcul National Plitvice
Insotitor de grup
5.
Ziua 1
BUCURESTI TIMISOARA BELGRAD (700 km) Intalnire cu insotitorul de grup la Gara
de Nord (coloane) in fata Parcului Ministerului Transporturilor la ora 04.30, Plecare din
Bucuresti cu autocarul la ora 04.45 pe traseul: Bucuresti - Pitesti - Ramnicu Valcea -
Sibiu - Deva - Timisoara. Sosire la Belgrad si cazare la hotel 3*. Seara, timp liber la
dispozitie. Recomandam o plimbare in zona pietonala Kalemgdan, Fortareata Belgrad,
situata la confluenta raului Sava cu fluviul Dunarea. Pe stradutele inguste, cu mici
galerii cochete, expozitii in aer liber si muzicieni ambulanti se afla cele mai cunoscute
restaurante locale la care se pot servi din deliciile bucatariei sarbesti (unele cu muzica
live). 

Ziua 2
BELGRAD OPLENAC DRVENGRAD SARAJEVO (340 km) Mic dejun. Dimineata vom
face turul panoramic al Belgradului cu autocarul: Noul Belgrad, situat pe malul stang al
raului Sava, cartierul rezidential Dedinje, Orasul Vechi, Biserica Sfantul Sava, Palatul
Regal, Primaria, Parlamentul, Teatrul National, Muzeul National si Universitatea,
Citadela Kalemegdan situata la confluentei Dunarii cu Sava, Palatul Printesei Ljubice,
Mormantul Maresalului Tito, Muzeul National. Pornim spre Sarajevo. Pe traseu, vom
face scurte opriri la: Biserica Sfantul Gheorghe din Oplenac (langa Belgrad) si
Drvengrad, la satul din lemn construit de renumitul regizor Emir Kusturica. Seara sosire
la Sarajevo si scurt tur cu autocarul al capitalei Bosniei si Hertegovinei: Universitatea,
Podul Latin, Primaria Orasului Sarajevo, Muzeul National, Fantana Sebilj, Galeria de
Arta, Muzeul de Istorie, Memorialul Flacara Vesnica, Muzeul Evreiesc, Muzeul Ars Aevi
de arta contemporana. Seara cazare in Sarajevo LA hotel 3*.

Ziua 3
SARAJEVO DURMITOR CETINJE BUDVA (360 km) Mic dejun. Dimineata devreme
plecam catre Muntenegru, unde vizitam parcul National Durmitor si canionul raului Tara.
Muntenegru ne va oferi o experienta de neuitat: frumusete naturala de exceptie in
asociere cu bogata istorie si cultura. Scurt popas pentru a ne bucura de frumusetile
golfului Kotor si a statiunii Budva. Seara cazare la hotel de 3* in zona Budva.

Ziua 4
BUDVA DUBROVNIK RIVIERA MAKARSKA (205 km) Mic dejun. Plecam catre Croatia,
iar prima oprire va fi in orasul Dubrovnik. Vom face turul pietonal al vechiului oras
Dubrovnik, unul dintre cele mai atractive orase de la Marea Mediterana. Turul include
orasul vechi, Manastirea Franciscana, Catedrala, Palatul Rectorului, strada Stradun,
zidurile orasului. Timp liber in oras. Dupa amiaza plecam catre riviera Makarska si vom
face o scurta oprire in oraselul Ston. Cazare la hotel 3* in zona Gradac.

Ziua 5
GRADAC RIVIERA MAKARSKA SPLIT TROGIR SIBENIK ZADAR (280 km) Mic dejun.
Vom merge de-a lungul coastei Marii Adriatice trecand prin Tucepi, Makarska, Brela.
Calatoria noastra continua spre Split, unde vom face turul orasului. Vizitam Peristilul,
Catedrala, Palatul lui Diocletian, Templul lui Jupiter. Deplasare pe Coasta Dalmata si
popasuri (cate 1 ora) in splendidele orase turistice Trogir si Sibenik. Seara cazare la
hotel 3* in zona Zadar.

Ziua 6
ZADAR PARCUL NATIONAL PLITVICE RABAC (305 km) Mic dejun. Dimineata vom
face timp de doua ore turul orasului Zadar, trecand in revista: Forumul Roman, care
dateaza din secolul I, Biserica St. Donatus dateaza din secolul IX (cea mai cunoscuta
basilica medievala si simbol al orasului), imensele ziduri ale orasului cu portile
reprezentative din secolul al XVI-lea, si numeroase palate, vile si si alte monumente.
Plecam catre Plitvice. Parcul este inscris in lista patrimoniului UNESCO inca din 1979
(nu este inclus biletul de intrare) si este situat in zona Montana Lika, avand in total 16
lacuri. Acestea sunt situate la altitudini diferite, separate prin bariere si legate prin
cascade spumoase. Seara vom ajunge in Opatija (Istria), unde recomandam plimbarea
pietonala individuala, putand admira by night: Parcul Sf. Iacob, Biserica Sf. Iacob,
Fantana Helios si Selena, zona de promenada, zona de suveniruri si bineinteles
simbolul orasului: Madonna del Mare. Cazare in zona Opatija la hotel 3*.

Ziua 7
TURUL PENINSULEI ISTRIA (optional) Mic dejun. Timp liber pentru plaja si pentru
odihna sau excursie optionala: Turul Peninsulei Istria, cu vizite in celebrele statiuni Pola
si Rovinj. Pola este cel mai mare oras din regiunea istorica Istria. Fost centru
administrativ al Istriei in Roma Antica, orasul este foarte bine cunoscut pentru cladirile
care au supravietuit din perioada romana, intre care amfiteatrul din secolul I, denumit
Arena. Alte doua structuri bine pastrate sunt arcul de triumf din secolul I, Arcul Sergius
si templul zeului Apollo, construit in onoarea imparatului roman Cezar Augustus.
Plimbarea pe vechile strazi inguste, cu pavaj roman, ale orasului, va incanta privirea cu
cladiri medievale si renascentiste. Continuam cu Rovinj, unul dintre cele mai fotogenice
orase de pe Coasta Mediteranei, odata un sat pescaresc, astazi o statiune turistica.
Situat la 40 de km de Pola, Rovinj era cunoscut ca fiind orasul cu climat favorabil si
benefic. Astazi locuitorii sai se lupta sa pastreze titlul de oras sanatos, restul fiind
meritul naturii. Atmosfera medievala a orasului si caldura mediteraneana incanta
vizitatorii. Pret informativ: 30 Euro/persoana, minim 20 de platitori. Seara cazare in
Opatija.

Ziua 8
OPATIJA POSTOJNA LJUBLJANA ZAGREB (300 km) Mic dejun. Dimineata devreme.
vom pleca catre Pestera Postojna. Vom face un tur al acestei superbe lumi subterane
ce are o lungime de 20 km de galerii, camere, pasaje, formatiuni carstice, stalactite si
stalagmite. Dupa vizitarea pesterii vom pleca catre Ljubljana si vom face un tur
panoramic al orasului, admirand castelul Ljubljana, Parlamentul, Primaria, cele trei
poduri peste raul Ljubljanica. Ne continuam drumul catre capitala Croatiei, Zagreb.
Cazare la hotel de 3* in Zagreb. Timp liber la dispozitie in centrul orasului.

Ziua 9
ZAGREB VARAZDIN BUDAPESTA (360 km) Mic dejun. Dimineata tur panoramic al
orasului Zagreb (3h) pe parcursul caruia vom admira cele trei zone ale orasului: Orasul
Vechi, Orasul de Sus si Orasul de Jos. Primele doua prezinta arhitectura medievala si
stilul baroc din secolul XIX, iar Noul oras este modern din toate punctele de vedere.
Vom putea admira: Catedrala Sf Stefan, Biserica Sf Marcu, Poarta de Piatra construita
in secolul al XIII-lea, Muzeul de Arta, Universitatea, Turnul Lotrscak. Plecam spre
Budapesta. Pe traseu vom face o scurta oprire in apropierea lacului Balaton din
Ungaria. Cazare la hotel 3* in Budapesta. Seara timp liber in Budapesta sau, optional,
croaziera si cina romantica pe Dunare intre Buda si Pesta: welcome drink, 2 preparate
calde, preparate reci si salate (bufet suedez). Bauturi: vin Tokay. Pret informativ: 35
EURO/ persoana. Intoarcere la acelasi hotel.

Ziua 10
BUDAPESTA BUCURESTI (850 km) Mic dejun. In cursul diminetii, dupa un scurt tur
panoramic al Budapestei, vom pleca spre Bucuresti pe ruta Timisoara Deva Sibiu
Pitesti. Sosirea in Bucuresti este prevazuta seara tarziu (sunt prevazute debarcari si in
orasele de pe traseu).

6.
ZIUA 1 | BUCURESTI TIMISOARA BELGRAD (700 km)
Intalnire cu insotitorul de grup la Gara de Nord (coloane) in fata Parcului Ministerului
Transporturilor la ora 04.30, Plecare din Bucuresti cu autocarul la ora 04.45 pe traseul:
Bucuresti - Pitesti - Ramnicu Valcea - Sibiu - Deva - Timisoara. Sosire la Belgrad si
cazare la hotel 3*. Seara, timp liber la dispozitie. Recomandam o plimbare in zona
pietonala Kalemgdan, Fortareata Belgrad, situata la confluenta raului Sava cu fluviul
Dunarea. Pe stradutele inguste, cu mici galerii cochete, expozitii in aer liber si muzicieni
ambulanti se afla cele mai cunoscute restaurante locale la care se pot servi din deliciile
bucatariei sarbesti (unele cu muzica live).
ZIUA 2 | BELGRAD OPLENAC DRVENGRAD SARAJEVO (340 km)
Mic dejun. Dimineata vom face turul panoramic al Belgradului cu autocarul: Noul
Belgrad, situat pe malul stang al raului Sava, cartierul rezidential Dedinje, Orasul Vechi,
Biserica Sfantul Sava, Palatul Regal, Primaria, Parlamentul, Teatrul National, Muzeul
National si Universitatea, Citadela Kalemegdan situata la confluentei Dunarii cu Sava,
Palatul Printesei Ljubice, Mormantul Maresalului Tito, Muzeul National. Pornim spre
Sarajevo. Pe traseu, vom face scurte opriri la: Biserica Sfantul Gheorghe din Oplenac
(langa Belgrad) si Drvengrad, la satul din lemn construit de renumitul regizor Emir
Kusturica. Seara sosire la Sarajevo si scurt tur cu autocarul al capitalei Bosniei si
Hertegovinei: Universitatea, Podul Latin, Primaria Orasului Sarajevo, Muzeul National,
Fantana Sebilj, Galeria de Arta, Muzeul de Istorie, Memorialul Flacara Vesnica, Muzeul
Evreiesc, Muzeul Ars Aevi de arta contemporana. Seara cazare in Sarajevo LA hotel 3*.
ZIUA 3 | SARAJEVO DURMITOR CETINJE BUDVA (360 km)
Mic dejun. Dimineata devreme plecam catre Muntenegru, unde vizitam parcul National
Durmitor si canionul raului Tara. Muntenegru ne va oferi o experienta de neuitat:
frumusete naturala de exceptie in asociere cu bogata istorie si cultura. Scurt popas
pentru a ne bucura de frumusetile golfului Kotor si a statiunii Budva. Seara cazare la
hotel de 3* in zona Budva.
ZIUA 4 | BUDVA DUBROVNIK RIVIERA MAKARSKA (205 km)
Mic dejun. Plecam catre Croatia, iar prima oprire va fi in orasul Dubrovnik. Vom face
turul pietonal al vechiului oras Dubrovnik, unul dintre cele mai atractive orase de la
Marea Mediterana. Turul include orasul vechi, Manastirea Franciscana, Catedrala,
Palatul Rectorului, strada Stradun, zidurile orasului. Timp liber in oras. Dupa amiaza
plecam catre riviera Makarska si vom face o scurta oprire in oraselul Ston. Cazare la
hotel 3* in zona Gradac.
ZIUA 5 | GRADAC RIVIERA MAKARSKA SPLIT TROGIR SIBENIK ZADAR (280 km)
Mic dejun. Vom merge de-a lungul coastei Marii Adriatice trecand prin Tucepi, Makarska,
Brela. Calatoria noastra continua spre Split, unde vom face turul orasului. Vizitam
Peristilul, Catedrala, Palatul lui Diocletian, Templul lui Jupiter. Deplasare pe Coasta
Dalmata si popasuri (cate 1 ora) in splendidele orase turistice Trogir si Sibenik. Seara
cazare la hotel 3* in zona Zadar.
ZIUA 6 | ZADAR PARCUL NATIONAL PLITVICE RABAC (305 km)
Mic dejun. Dimineata vom face timp de doua ore turul orasului Zadar, trecand in revista:
Forumul Roman, care dateaza din secolul I, Biserica St. Donatus dateaza din secolul IX
(cea mai cunoscuta basilica medievala si simbol al orasului), imensele ziduri ale orasului
cu portile reprezentative din secolul al XVI-lea, si numeroase palate, vile si si alte
monumente. Plecam catre Plitvice. Parcul este inscris in lista patrimoniului UNESCO
inca din 1979 (nu este inclus biletul de intrare) si este situat in zona Montana Lika, avand
in total 16 lacuri. Acestea sunt situate la altitudini diferite, separate prin bariere si legate
prin cascade spumoase. Seara vom ajunge in Opatija (Istria), unde recomandam
plimbarea pietonala individuala, putand admira by night: Parcul Sf. Iacob, Biserica Sf.
Iacob, Fantana Helios si Selena, zona de promenada, zona de suveniruri si bineinteles
simbolul orasului: Madonna del Mare. Cazare in zona Opatija la hotel 3*.
ZIUA 7 | TURUL PENINSULEI ISTRIA (optional)
Mic dejun. Timp liber pentru plaja si pentru odihna sau excursie optionala: Turul
Peninsulei Istria, cu vizite in celebrele statiuni Pola si Rovinj. Pola este cel mai mare oras
din regiunea istorica Istria. Fost centru administrativ al Istriei in Roma Antica, orasul este
foarte bine cunoscut pentru cladirile care au supravietuit din perioada romana, intre care
amfiteatrul din secolul I, denumit Arena. Alte doua structuri bine pastrate sunt arcul de
triumf din secolul I, Arcul Sergius si templul zeului Apollo, construit in onoarea
imparatului roman Cezar Augustus. Plimbarea pe vechile strazi inguste, cu pavaj roman,
ale orasului, va incanta privirea cu cladiri medievale si renascentiste. Continuam cu
Rovinj, unul dintre cele mai fotogenice orase de pe Coasta Mediteranei, odata un sat
pescaresc, astazi o statiune turistica. Situat la 40 de km de Pola, Rovinj era cunoscut ca
fiind orasul cu climat favorabil si benefic. Astazi locuitorii sai se lupta sa pastreze titlul de
oras sanatos, restul fiind meritul naturii. Atmosfera medievala a orasului si caldura
mediteraneana incanta vizitatorii. Pret informativ: 30 Euro/persoana, minim 20 de
platitori. Seara cazare in Opatija.
ZIUA 8 | OPATIJA POSTOJNA LJUBLJANA ZAGREB (300 km)
Mic dejun. Dimineata devreme. vom pleca catre Pestera Postojna. Vom face un tur al
acestei superbe lumi subterane ce are o lungime de 20 km de galerii, camere, pasaje,
formatiuni carstice, stalactite si stalagmite. Dupa vizitarea pesterii vom pleca catre
Ljubljana si vom face un tur panoramic al orasului, admirand castelul Ljubljana,
Parlamentul, Primaria, cele trei poduri peste raul Ljubljanica. Ne continuam drumul catre
capitala Croatiei, Zagreb. Cazare la hotel de 3* in Zagreb. Timp liber la dispozitie in
centrul orasului.
ZIUA 9 | ZAGREB VARAZDIN BUDAPESTA (360 km)
Mic dejun. Dimineata tur panoramic al orasului Zagreb (3h) pe parcursul caruia vom
admira cele trei zone ale orasului: Orasul Vechi, Orasul de Sus si Orasul de Jos. Primele
doua prezinta arhitectura medievala si stilul baroc din secolul XIX, iar Noul oras este
modern din toate punctele de vedere. Vom putea admira: Catedrala Sf Stefan, Biserica
Sf Marcu, Poarta de Piatra construita in secolul al XIII-lea, Muzeul de Arta, Universitatea,
Turnul Lotrscak. Plecam spre Budapesta. Pe traseu vom face o scurta oprire in
apropierea lacului Balaton din Ungaria. Cazare la hotel 3* in Budapesta. Seara timp liber
in Budapesta sau, optional, croaziera si cina romantica pe Dunare intre Buda si Pesta:
welcome drink, 2 preparate calde, preparate reci si salate (bufet suedez). Bauturi: vin
Tokay. Pret informativ: 35 EURO/ persoana. Intoarcere la acelasi hotel.
ZIUA 10 | BUDAPESTA BUCURESTI (850 km)
Mic dejun. In cursul diminetii, dupa un scurt tur panoramic al Budapestei, vom pleca spre
Bucuresti pe ruta Timisoara Deva Sibiu Pitesti. Sosirea in Bucuresti este prevazuta
seara tarziu (sunt prevazute debarcari si in orasele de pe traseu).

Top 10 Croatia

It’s exceptionally hard trying to construct a list of the best destinations in Croatia as
there’s so many wonderful destinations for a holiday, making it rather hard to choose.
The following list isn’t really a proper chart – many of the following destinations are
on par – although we would probably always consider Dubrovnik at number one.

Nevertheless, take a look at our list if you’re trying to come up with some ideas of
where to go for your holiday in Croatia.
 The beautiful Dubrovnik
1. Dubrovnik
Croatia’s jewel, Dubrovnik is absolutely magical! Its Old Town is truly stunning and
an absolute must-see – it’s easy to spend a couple of days exploring, walking the city
walls, and visiting all the sights in and around it.

Dubrovnik does tend to get very crowded during the summer months – especially as it
receives so many cruise ship passengers – so a citybreak trip outside the busiest of
months is ideal. Alternatively, putting up with the crowds may well be worth it to see
Dubrovnik!

There’s a very wide variety of accommodation in Dubrovnik – from hostels, to private

rooms to 5* luxury hotels. Some hotels have their own private beaches or swimming
areas, whilst there are also public city beaches such as Banje if you fancy combining
your sightseeing with some sea ‘n’ sun relaxation.

There’s also plenty of opportunity for day trips to nearby islands – such as small
island of Lokrum (which is very close), the Elafiti islands or Mljet, and other nearby
resorts such as Cavtat. For the more adventurous amongst you, you can also take day-
trips to the neighbouring countries of Montenegro and Bosnia & Hercegovina.
 Plitvice Lakes
2. Plitvice Lakes
The Plitvice Lakes National Park is another amazing wonder within Croatia. With
sixteen interconnecting waterfalls, and beautiful flora and fauna, visiting the Park is
quite a unique experience.

It’s possible to stay right by the park itself, or just outside, so you can easily spend a
good couple of days exploring its various trails. There’s also a boat tour within the
park, as well as a shuttle bus that runs regularly, so you don’t have to spend all your
time hiking around.

As one of Croatia’s top attractions, the Park attracts a large number of visitors in the
summer months but its size means large numbers are quite bearable. However, the
Park is actually open year-round so it’s also more than suitable a destination during
winter (and quite stunning to see in the snow) – and there’s even a very small ski
resort nearby; the expert skiers amongst you will be disappointed, but it’s quite
suitable for beginners or families. (Not to mention that skiing in the rather unique
surroundings is rather exciting.)

Plitvice is a little off the beaten track in terms of where most visitors to Croatia go to
(it is inland north of Zadar, and a good few hours southwest of Zagreb), but it’s
definitely worth trying to incorporate it into your trip if you can. If you do fancy
visiting the Plitvice Lakes, we’d recommend flying into one of these two places, and
then using Plitvice as a stop-off point either on your way to or from the coast.
 Rovinj in Istria
3. Istria
Okay, so we’re cheating a little bit by naming an entire region, but as so many
of Istria‘s resorts are perennially popular (it’s easy to see why) we thought we would
include the whole lot as one destination. The region was totally unscathed by the war
so was still visited even during that time, and just after was quick to promote its
tourist offerings once more.
With good transport connections including flights to Pula or to nearby Italy, it is easy
to reach the area. Most Europeans drive down from their home country, but there are
also bus connections to Italy as well (from Trieste) and a summer catamaran service
that connects several Istrian ports to Venice – a quick and easy easy of combining that
fantastic holiday destination with this one in Croatia.
Porec is one of the top resorts – there’s a good selection of resort type hotels there –
though our personal favourite is the charming Rovinj (shown above) and its wonderful
harbour. Both of these have a number of sights for you history buffs, but don’t forget
to visit the Pula to view the amazingly well-preserved Roman amphitheatre.

However, Istria’s (relatively!) undiscovered secrets are its wonderful inland, hilltop
towns and villages. These include Motovun, which is gaining recognition of its annual
film festival, and Buzet, which is famed for its truffle festival every autumn. And not
forgetting Hum – (unofficially) considered to be the world’s smallest town, with only
22 inhabitants.
 Zagreb
4. Zagreb
Some compare Zagreb to the ever popular Prague, which is no surprise to us. Zagreb
is also perfect for a short break with numerous sights, restaurants, nightlife and even
not-all-that-bad shopping. (Although you’re not going to get any bargains here!)

Zagreb has good flight and other connections to the UK and Europe, so it’s easy to
reach – and it’s only around 2 hours from the UK, which makes it a very acceptable
place for a city break. Alternatively, Zagreb is also very well connected to the rest of
Croatia by train, bus and air, so it’s also a great place to commence your holiday in
Croatia – spend a couple of nights here, and then make your way to the coast.

Spend your daytime in Zagreb sightseeing – there’s very pleasant walks to be had in
both the Upper Town (home to the Cathedral, St Marks’s Church, Kamenita vrata,
Lotrscak Tower and more) and Lower Town, not forgetting the ubitiquous stroll
through the main square, Trg bana Jelacica. There’s also plenty of galleries and
museums and, befitting a capital, there’ll be a handful of exhibitions and events taking
place at any one time.

When all this takes it toll, join in Zagreb’s cafe society for a cup of strong coffee – or
a refreshing beer – at one of the numerous cafes on the main square or on Tkalciceva
ulica in the Upper Town.

Finally, why not sample the nightlife? There’s a number of bars and clubs in the city
to give you a taste of clubbing, Zagreb-style.
Another great thing about Zagreb is that it has plenty of accommodation – from
budget hostels to 5* hotels – so you’ll be sure to find something that fits the bill,
whatever your budget.

Hvar Town
5. Hvar Town, island of Hvar
Considered one of Croatia’s more upmarket islands, you’ll often read about various
celebrities and the well-to-do holidaying on Hvar each year, but don’t let that put you
off. (Although, this may well be a draw to some holidaymakers!)

Hvar is very well-known for its wonderful weather, with the highest annual average
hours of sun in the whole of Croatia. The island is also famous for its lavender
growing in amongst its beautiful landscape, so you can imagine a pretty heady
combination of great weather and beautiful and aromatic surroundings as you relax on
the island.

There’s a number of stylish hotels located in Hvar Town, and a handful of sights
(although not too many – avid sightseers should really go elsewhere), whilst its
wonderful harbour is a very pleasant place to while away your time in early evening,
people- and yacht-watching.

There’s a few beaches close to Hvar Town, though our recommendation is to head to
the nearby small group of islands, the Pakleni islands (local boats will take you there)
for a relaxing day out.
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6. The Makarska Riviera

The Makarska Riviera is often a top tip for families looking for a peaceful and
relaxing holiday. There’s a number of resorts on the Riviera, varying in size,
and its combination of well-priced hotels, reasonable local amenities (although
no night-long clubs!) and good pebble beaches means you’ll often find the
parent-and-kid brigade here.

There’s not a whole lot of sightseeing to be done, so if you’re after a sea and
sun holiday with the little ones, the Riviera is a good choice. The largest resort
is Makarska itself, others include the more serene and smaller Brela and the
very popular Baska Voda.
Makarska is about 1 hour 15 minutes away from Split so it and its surrounding
resorts are easy to reach. There’s also a ferry to the island of Brac for those
that want to try something a little different for a day or two.
Finally, you can’t escape to notice Mount Biokovo behind the Riviera – for the
slightly more adventurous, there’s plenty of hiking opportunities. For those that
like to take it a bit easier – but still like their views (which can stretch across to
Italy on clear days) – a road takes you up most of the way.
 Zlatni Rat Beach in Bol, on the island of Brac
7. The island of Brac
One of Brac‘s – and indeed, Croatia’s – most famous images is that of Zlatni
Rat beach (pictured above). A white shingle beach next to pine trees, it
changes shape ever-so-slightly as the tides and winds change. It’s a very
popular place during summer, as is much of the rest of Brac; as Croatia’s third
largest island with delights such as the above and its proximity to the Split on
the mainland (it’s the closest large island), it’s easy to see why.
The main resorts on Brac are Bol, Supetar and Milna, and all have a mix of
beaches and some resort life. Like the Makarska Riviera, Brac is popular with
families and for those looking for a relaxing seaside holiday, which is shown in
the pretty decent range of accommodation in all the main towns on the island.
There’s not too much in the way of sightseeing or culture, and there’s not
much to explore inland (although you can head to the island’s highest point,
Vidova gora; at 780 metres high, there’s some pretty good views).

There are daily ferries to Milna, Bol and Supetar from Split.
 Korcula Town, Korcula
8. Korcula Town, island of Korcula
Korcula Town is often described as a mini-Dubrovnik (so that’s one big draw!)
but it’s a wonderful place to visit in its own right. With its own Old Town that’s
compact (it doesn’t take long to walk around the whole thing) but there’s still
plenty of sights to keep you occupied.

There’s a number of beaches close to Korcula Town itself, though many

describe the island of Korcula’s quiet coves and bays as a must-do if you’re
visiting the island.

Korcula Town is connected to the mainland by ferry (the ferry departs nearby
Domince to Orebic on the Peljesac Peninsula) so it’s relatively easy to explore
this part of Dalmatia. July and August also see a catamaran connecting
Korcula Town to the wonderful island of Mljet, and Dubrovnik – so you can
compare the mini-Dubrovnik to the real thing.
 The island of Vis
9. The island of Vis
The island of Vis is different to many of its neighbours. The most westerly of
the larger Croatian islands, its history that really sets it apart – used as a naval
base during the years of Yugoslavia, the island was completely shut off to
foreigners until 1989. As such, the island has developed its tourism differently
to the other Croatian islands. It’s the place to go to if you want to sample
Croatia and its island life but without all the crowds, and where those in the
know head to – get there before everyone else does!

There’s a handful of sights in both Vis Town and the other larger settlement
on the island, Komiza. Both only have a few accommodation options, so
neither place gets too crowded. If you have your own car (you can also rent
scooters on Vis), the island really does lend itself to exploring – set off down
the roads and see where they take you.

One of the most popular sights in the area is the beautiful Blue Cave on the
uninhabited nearby island of Bisevo. The cave sees sunlight drifting into it that
catches the sea waters, creating a stunning, shimmering experience. Boat
trips are available from both Vis and Komiza.

There’s a direct ferry from Split to Vis, so it’s easily reachable; there’s also a
route that goes to the neighbouring island of Hvar (which stops at Hvar Town
– number 5 on our list) if you’d like to explore some of the other nearby
islands.
 The island of Lopud, part of the Elafiti islands
10. The Elafiti islands
We don’t really want to give the game away about the Elafiti
islands – Kolocep, Lopud and Sipan– but we’d be hard pressed to have a list
of the top ten destinations in Croatia without including them. Located very
close to Dubrovnik, these three small islands are wonderfully peaceful with no
cars on most of the islands and, in fact, populations of only a few hundred in
any one settlement. They are also only just touched by tourism – though there
is at least one hotel on each island and some private accommodation, but
that’s really about it for accommodation choice.

There’s also not too many sights to traipse around, so you’re not going to get
too many day-trippers wandering through the islands – although you’ll also not
have to exhaust yourself with sightseeing.

If you’re in or near Dubrovnik, the Elafiti islands are the perfect destination for
getting away from it all for a bit, especially so as a nice balance to the
aforementioned tourist-heavy city.

Sipan is the largest of the three islands though it is in fact the least developed
– which may be a plus for some travellers.

All three of the islands can be easily reached by ferry from Dubrovnik.
10 Best Places to Visit in
Montenegro
Last updated on April 10, 2018 in Europe 2 Comments

Established as independent country in 2006, the small Balkan nation of

Montenegro is quickly becoming a popular travel destination. Gorgeous beaches,
verdant mountains and postcard-perfect historic towns draw an increasing
number of visitors every year. Add a mild Mediterranean climate into the mix,
toss in opportunities for active pursuits ranging from mountain biking to
whitewater rafting, and it’s no wonder that tourism is now the driving force behind
Montenegro’s growing economy.

The chance to enjoy everything Montenegro has to offer in a country that’s

smaller than Wales makes a vacation here all the more appealing. Savvy
travelers will want to add all the best places to visit in Montenegro to their list of
must-see destinations before the rest of the world discovers the country’s many
charms.

10. Ulcinj Where to Stay
Located at the southern tip of Montenegro near the Albanian border, Ulcinj is an
ancient seaport once known as the pirate capital of the Adriatic Sea. Today, the
city is most famous for its many beautiful beaches, of which the sandy stretch of
Plazhe e Mahed, or Long Beach, is one of the most popular. The offshore island
of Ad Bojana features several scenic beaches as well. Minarets rising from
mosques in this largely Muslim city add to Ulcinj’s unique appeal, and a stroll
along the seaside promenade to enjoy a tasty kebab or rich cup of coffee is just
one of the experiences that makes a visit to Ulcinj so memorable.
9. Biogradska Gora National Park

Wedged between the Tara and Lim rivers in central Montenegro, the Biogradska
Gora National Park features shimmering lakes, swift-running streams, lush green
meadows and one of the few remaining primeval forests in Europe. Although it’s
one of the smallest of Montenegro’s national parks, Biogradska Gora offers the
greatest diversity when it comes to flora and fauna, including 500-year-old trees.
Most visitors head to Lake Biograd, a large glacial located in the heart of the
park. The recent development of the nearby town of Kolašin makes it a popular
base for tours of the park.

8. Sveti Stefan

Incredible picturesque, Sveti Stefan is a unique place along the Budva Riviera. It
stands on a rocky island crammed full of terracotta-roofed houses. A narrow
isthmus connects it with the mainland. From the 15th century Sveti Stefan
housed a simply fishing community. In the 1950s someone had the idea to
nationalize the tiny village. The residents were evicted and Sveti Stefan was
transformed into a luxury town-hotel. Among its guests were Marilyn Monroe,
Sophia Loren and Kirk Douglas. It fell into decline during the breakup of the
former Yugoslav federation. In 2010, Sveti Stefan Hotel reopened its doors once
again as a member of the Aman Resorts. As beautiful and unique as Stevi Stefan
is, there’s one major drawback: You can’t actually go into the village unless you
stay there as a hotel guest. Luckily visitors and guest alike can enjoy the two
pebble beaches on either side of the isthmus.

7. Mount Lovcen
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One of the most striking natural features in Montenegro, soaring Mount Lovcen is
capped by two mammoth peaks of granite. Part of the Mount Loven National
Park, the mountain inspired Montenegro’s name and is a symbol of national
pride. Climbs to the top of Mount Lovcen offer panoramic vistas of the fortified
city of Kotor, the surrounding hills and the Bay of Kotor. With its circular viewing
platform, the nearby Njegoš Mausoleum is a destination for sightseers as well as
for those who want to pay their respects to the poet and philosopher buried there.
Petar II Petrović-Njegoš is beloved for writing “The Mountain Wreath,”
Montenegro’s national epic poem.

6. Cetinje Where to Stay

Founded in the 15th century, Cetinje is best known for the many European
embassies built when the city served as Montenegro’s capital. During the late
19th and early 20th centuries, the town’s inland valley location at the edge of
Ottoman Empire made it a strategic spot for diplomacy. Today, the elegant
mansions constructed in the Continental architectural style have been converted
into to museums, academies and administrative buildings. Other interesting
sights include the 15th century Vlah Church with its fence made from Ottoman
rifles and the Cetinje Monastery with its collection of Early Christian Era relics.

5. Ostrog Monastery

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Situated high up in the large rock of Ostroška Greda, the Ostrog Monastery is the
country’s most unusual architectural site and a major Christian pilgrimage
destination. The entire monastery was carved out of a cave in a nearly vertical
mountain cliff with only the whitewashed façade left visible. Built in the 17th
century as a refuge against the Ottoman Empire, it houses the remains of its
founder, Sveti Vasilje, who was sainted after his death in 1671. The monastery
includes two inner cave churches ornamented by frescoes, some of which were
painted directly on the rock walls.

4. Perast Where to Stay

Located to the northwest of Kotor and sharing the same gorgeous fjord-like bay,
pretty Perast is a small town notable for it stone-crafted villas and historic
churches. Two of the city’s picturesque chapels are situated on tiny islets, Our
Lady of the Rocks and St. George. Back onshore, the Church of St. Nikola is
worth a visit for the pleasant views that a climb up to the belfry offers of the town
and bay. While there’s no beach in this bay-front city, the stone jetties along the
waterfront are popular places for sunbathing and relaxing.

3. Durmitor National Park Where to Stay

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Centered around the mountain village of Žabljak, the thickly forested Durmitor
National Park is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Situated in
the Dinaric Alps, the park includes the high-altitude peaks of the Durmitor Massif,
18 glacial lakes and the Tara River, home to the world’s second deepest gorge.
Skiing and snowboarding are the main activities in winter while whitewater
rafting, camping and hiking attract visitors in the warm-weather season. The
park’s wildlife includes 163 bird species, mammals ranging from wild boars to
brown bears, and the most varieties of butterflies found anywhere in Europe.

2. Budva Where to Stay
Located in the center point of Montenegro’s coastline, Budva boasts a
picturesque Old Town, an abundance of beaches and several important cultural
institutions, including the childhood home of Serbian writer and politician Stefan
Mitrov Ljubiša. It’s the city’s vibrant nightlife, however, that makes Budva the
most popular place to visit in Montenegro. By night, revelers crowd the city’s
many bars, clubs and restaurants, and then spend the day relaxing at one of the
region’s 35 beaches. Those looking for a more relaxed place on the Budva
Riviera head to nearby Bečići, which offers a laid back location and a beautiful
sandy beach.
1. Kotor Where to Stay

Considered one of the best preserved medieval towns on the Adriatic coast, the
fortified town of Kotor is tucked against the steep mountains surrounding the
deep channels of the Bay of Kotor. While Kotor’s architecture reflects the various
empires that ruled over the region, it is best known for its Venetian-flavored Old
Town, which is dominated by the 12th-century Cathedral of Saint Tryphon. The
cathedral’s carved stone altar is an exquisite example of the stonemasonry skills
Kotor was known for in the Middle Ages. Treks up the upper town walls to Kotor’s
hilltop fortress reward hardy hikers with breathtaking views of the city and deep-
water bay.

Top 10 Bosnia & Herzegovina

 
Mostar

Source: BlueSkyTraveler.com
Mostar, a city at the crossroads of culture & religion of Muslim Bosniaks,
Catholic Croats, and Serbian Orthodox has survived the power struggles
and today is a magical village to explore in Bosnia & Herzegovina.
The star of the town and one of the Bosnia & Herzegovina’s most
recognizable landmarks, Stari Most (Old Bridge) is considered one of
the most exemplary pieces of Islamic architecture in the Balkans.
Designed by Mimar Hayruddin, a student of Mimar Sinan – the great
Ottoman architect, the bridge was completed in 167 and had the widest
man-made arch in the world at the time at 98 ft 5in long and 13ft 1in
wide and 78ft 9in high.  The bridge was destroyed in the 1993 Croat-
Bosniak War and reconstructed using original materials and building
methods in 2004.

The Old Mostar Bridge (Stari Most) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
 
Sarajevo

Source: BlueSkyTraveler.com
Sarajevo is a city of hope. Traditional cultural & religious diversity of four
religions (Muslims, Catholics, Orthodox Christians, and Jews) have co-
existed here for centuries earning it the nickname, the “Jerusalem of
Europe”.
In contrast, Sarajevo has been at the center of two war-related historical
events.  The corner deemed where World War I started & the Siege of
Sarajevo, the longest siege of a city in the history of modern warfare
(1,425 days long) during the 1990’s Bosnian War.
Sarajevo is on the Tentative List to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
 
The Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge
 Source: Wikipedia
The Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge in Višegrad, over the Drina River
was completed in 1577 by the Ottoman court architect Mimar Sinan on
the order of the Grand Vizier Mehmed Paša Sokolović. It is characteristic
of Turkish monumental architecture with 11 masonry arches.
The bridge is widely known because of the book ”The Bridge on the
Drina” (1945) written by Yugoslav writer Ivo Andrić, Nobel prize winning
author.

Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge in Višegrad is a UNESCO World

Heritage Site.
 
Blagaj
 Source: BlueSkyTraveler.com
Blagaj Tekke was built for the Sufi Dervish and is considered one of the
most mystical places in all of Bosnia and Herzegovina.  Tekkes had a
very active social role, and they encouraged science, art, humanitarian
work as well as with the spread of Islam.
The Blagaj Tekke was built at the base of a 200m cliff wall next to an
underground karst river that flows out to create the Buna River.
Blagaj Tekke is on the Tentative List to be a UNESCO World Heritage
Site.
 
Medjugorje

Source: BlueSkyTraveler.com
Medjugorje, visited by over 1 million people a year & 30 million people
since 1981.  This small town in Bosnia & Herzegovina is where 6
children in 1981 claimed to see apparitions of the Virgin Mary, a claim
that has divided the Catholic church.
Faith or Financial Profit?  Time will tell. What I can attest to is that
millions do believe and come to Medjugorje in prayer and looking for
answers.
 
The Waterfall in Jajce

Source: Jajce-town.com
The 55 foot Jajce Waterfall is the highlight of the town of Jajce and has
been a popular tourist destination for over 100 years – you will find old
travel posters with the Jajce waterfall. Explore the town and find a
fortress, catacombs and an underground church, Temple of the god
Mithras, Esma Sultana Mosque, the tomb of the last Bosnian king, and
the Pliva lakes.
Jajce Waterfall is on the Tentative List to be a UNESCO World Heritage
Site.
 
Kravice waterfalls
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Kravice is a waterfall on the Trebižat River in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Waterfalls greater than 75 feet high fall into a teal lake. Kravice is open
for swimming and picnics.

 
Pocitelj

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Pocitelj, with a few dozen residents today, is steeped in history and
Christian and Muslim architecture. Explore the old hammam
(bathhouse), a mosque and a 15th century Hungarian fortress with views
of the Neretva valley.
Pocitelj is on the Tentative List to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
 
Vjetrenica Cave

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Vjetrenica, meaning “wind cave” or “blowhole”, is the largest and most
important cave in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and one of the most
important caves in the Dinaric Alps mountain range, which is famous
worldwide for its karstic and speleological riches.

Vjetrenica Cave is on the Tentative List to be a UNESCO World

Heritage Site.
The natural monument Vjetrenica cave with architectural ensemble of
village Zavala (2007)

 
Stolac
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Stolac is a town with nine historical architectural layers to explore: pre-
history, Illyrian-Roman period, the early Middle Ages, advanced and late
Middle Ages, Ottoman period, Austro-Hungarian period, and the time of
the first and second Yugoslavia. The historical core reflects four empires
(Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Austro-Hungarian), three kingdoms
(Bosnian, Hungarian and Yugoslav), three world’s monotheistic religions
– Christianity (Orthodox Christianity and Catholicism), Islam, and
Judaism.  On the outskirts of town is a necropolis with giant 13th
century stećak tombstones.

Stolac is on the Tentative List to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

 

10 Best Places to Visit in Serbia

Last updated on September 14, 2016 in Europe 4 Comments

Serbia today is a blend of cultures, having been fought over by the Romans,
Ottomans, Hapsburgs and other people in its war-torn past. Now it’s a place for
fun, from rowdy parties to beer festivals, in some of the most scenic spots
around. It’s where Eastern culture meets Western culture, where medieval cities
with imposing fortresses and ancient monasteries ooze charm. Oh, and the
country has some pretty darned good skiing, too. An overview of the best places
to visit in Serbia:

10. Nis
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The lively university town of Niš, Serbia’s third largest city, is a useful stopover
point between Belgrade and Sofia or Skopje. It is one of the oldest cities in
Europe and the Balkans, dating back to 279 BC. Constantine the Great, founder
of Constantinople, was born here; his memorial can be found in the city center.
Also in the city center are remains of an 18th century fortress built by the Turks.
Gruesome, but unique to see, is Skull Tower built from the skulls of Serbians who
were decapitated by the Ottomans. Southeast of the city is Niška Banja, a spa
that is popular for its hot water springs which help treat rheumatic disorders.
9. Devil's Town

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Erosion is responsible for one of Serbia’s most majestic rock formations, Devil’s
Town, which got its name from the strange rock shapes. Local legend says the
rocks are members of a wedding party petrified by the devil Extremely acidic
water, known as Djavolja voda, or devil’s water, which also contributed to this
geologic phenomenon. Located in southern Serbia, Devil’s Town is composed of
more than 200 unique rock formations that tower over the landscape, which is
spread over two valleys on the slopes of Radan Mountain in southern Serbia.
The pillars are a work in progress; they collapse and then leave room for new
formations to grow.

8. Kopaonik National Park

Kopaonik is the highest mountain in Serbia, becoming a national park in 1981.

Rugged and scenic, the park is home to Serbia’s main ski resort, with 25 lifts that
can handle 32,000 skiers an hour; the snow lasts from November to May. It’s a
great place to hike in the summer, with an extensive array of flora and fauna. The
mountain also is known for its mineral wealth, with gold, silver, iron and zinc
mined here in the past. The park also sports unique rock formations, many of
which have names; hot springs; geysers and waterfalls.

7. Prizren

Prizren may have been a capital of medieval Serbia at one time but today it is
part of Kosovo with its own elected officials, though Serbia considers it an
illegitimately separated province and Serbians are a minority. The top attraction
here is the medieval Prizren Fortress that got its present look from 4-1/2
centuries of Ottoman rule. Prizren is a good walking city, since most everything is
close together. Several churches can be found in the city center, with the Church
of Our Lady of Ljovis most notable, since it’s a magnificent example of medieval
Serbian architecture.

6. Derdap National Park

China may have its Three Gorges but Derdap National Park has four gorges that
stretch 115 km (72 miles) through the valleys. One gorge, Gospodin vit, has one
of the deepest rivers in the world. These gorges combine to make Derdap gorge,
also known as the Iron Gate because it is the southern entrance to the
Carpathian Mountains. The park is located on the Danube River near the
imposing riverfront Golubac fortress. The park, which is home to an abundance
of flora and fauna, is one of the most visited areas in Serbia, particularly thanks
to a lake formed by a hydroelectric plant.

5. Studenica Monastery
The Studenica Monastery, located in central Serbia, has plenty of wow! factor,
starting with lush green grass and two white marble churches (Church of the King
and Church of the Virgin). This 12th century monastery is best known, however,
for its outstanding 13th and 14th century Byzantine frescoes, paintings and other
ornate decorations that can be found in various churches at the monastery. This
fits in with the monastery’s reputation as the richest monastery in Serbia and the
mother of all Serbian Orthodox monasteries. Stefan Nemanja, who founded
Serbia and the monastery, is buried on the grounds.
4. Zlatibor Where to Stay

Zlatibor is a popular tourist destination in the mountains of western Serbia. It’s

filled with facilities to keep you happy and healthy, from skiing in the winter to
hiking in the summer. A ski resort is located at Tornik, the highest mountain at
Zlatibor; runs are capable of handling 5,400 skiers an hour. The region is very
scenic, with large meadows and quaint historic villages. Old Wooden churches
and an open air museum filled withhold houses are top attractions. After a day
spent exploring the region, savor the flavors here of Zlatiborian prsuta, a dried
meat, and slivovitz, a plum brandy.
3. Novi Sad Where to Stay

Novi Sad is a pretty city on the banks of the Danube River, home to one of the
river’s best beaches. A young city by European standards (it was founded in the
late 17th century), Serbia’s second largest city sports a laid-back atmosphere,
with people relaxing in the many parks. It’s most famous, perhaps, for its annual
Exit music festival held in July at Petrovaradin, an old fortress that’s never been
conquered. Notable buildings include the old town hall, located on the main
square; Dvorac Dundjerski, a well-preserved old castle, and Church of the Great
Martyr St. George, a Serbian orthodox church.

2. Subotica Where to Stay

Subotica, the country’s fifth largest city, is one of the best places to visit in Serbia
for at least a couple of reasons: It has the highest Catholic population and the
most art nouveau buildings of anywhere else in the country. Of particular note
are the city hall and the synagogue, both built in the early 1900s. But this city,
which predates the Middle Ages, also is known for its older buildings, including
the Cathedral of St. Theresa of Avila, built in 1797. Cafes around the main
square, home to city hall and its blue fountain, are a good place to relax, perhaps
admiring purchases from Buvljak, one of the largest flea markets in Europe.

1. Belgrade Where to Stay
Belgrade, Serbia’s capital and largest city, wasn’t always the pretty city it is
today. Located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, Belgrade has a
destructive past: It was fought over in 115 wars and burned 44 times. Today, the
city is more peaceful, hosting numerous events ranging from book fairs to music,
film and beer festivals. The Belgrade Fortress is the city‘s most famous historic
site with museums and churches. It’s also a good place to view the rivers and the
city itself. Top museums include the National Museum, with more than 400,000
exhibits, and the Nikola Tesla Museum, with thousands of the inventors’ personal
items and documents.