Tour Details

Follow the spine of the Danube and into the Alps on a 15‑day journey linking Zagreb, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, Ljubljana and Venice. This itinerary is crafted for travelers who want big‑picture history, great city atmospheres, and enough free time to actually enjoy them.

Begin in Zagreb’s Upper and Lower Town before diving into the emerald lakes and waterfalls of UNESCO‑listed Plitvice. Continue to Budapest for castle‑top views, riverside promenades and a free day for markets, hilltop lookouts or a long soak in a classic thermal bath. From there, trace the Danube north to compact Bratislava, then into Vienna’s ring of palaces, concert halls and coffeehouses, including a full visit to Schönbrunn and the Hofburg area.

Turn west toward Salzburg, where Mozart, Baroque façades and Alpine backdrops set the tone for a leisurely stay with options like Hohensalzburg Fortress or Sound of Music scenery. Swing back east to Graz, climbing the Schlossberg for Clock Tower views before crossing into Slovenia. In Ljubljana, castle views, riverside promenades and a day trip to storybook Lake Bled showcase the Alpine crossroads character.

Finish in Venice, arriving by boat into the historic centre to wander San Marco, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace exterior and the Rialto Bridge. Throughout, private transfers, centrally located hotels and expert local guides keep logistics effortless, so you can relax into the rhythm of Europe’s imperial capitals, river cities and mountain gateways.

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From

Zagreb

To

Venice

Price Includes

14 overnights in 4* hotels, BB, double/twin rooms
comfortable tourist vehicle and all transportation costs
arrival and departure airport transfers
professional licensed driver/guide during the trip
driver's accommodation
city tours with local guides: Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, Ljubljana, Bled, Venice
entrance tickets:
all government taxes and VAT

Price Excludes

arrival and departure flight tickets
entrance tickets not mentioned as included
meals which are not specified in the itinerary
personal expenses

Itinerary

Day 1ZAGREB, CROATIA - Arrival & Capital Highlights

• Arrive at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and transfer to your hotel.
• Guided city tour of Upper and Lower Town: St. Mark’s Church, Stone Gate and Tkalčićeva Street.
• Overnight in Zagreb.

Day 2ZAGREB - PLITVICE LAKES - ZAGREB

• Morning drive to UNESCO‑listed Plitvice Lakes for a 4‑hour guided walk, boat ride and panoramic train.
• Late afternoon return to Zagreb.
• Overnight in Zagreb.

Day 3ZAGREB - BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

• Drive north across the border to Budapest and check in to your hotel.
• Evening orientation walk along the Danube Promenade with views of Buda Castle, Chain Bridge and Parliament.
• Overnight in Budapest.

Day 4BUDAPEST - Buda & Pest Icons

• Guided tour of the Buda Castle District, including Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion.
• Cross to Pest to see the exterior of the Parliament and St. Stephen’s Basilica.
• Overnight in Budapest.

Day 5BUDAPEST at Your Own Pace

• Free day for independent exploration of Budapest.
• Suggested visits: Great Market Hall, Gellért Hill viewpoints or a classic thermal bath.
• Overnight in Budapest.

Day 6BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA

• Drive north to Bratislava and check in.
• City tour visiting Bratislava Castle, Michael’s Gate and the Old Town Square.
• Overnight in Bratislava.

Day 7BRATISLAVA - VIENNA, AUSTRIA

• Short transfer to Vienna.
• Orientation walk along the Ringstrasse past the State Opera, Parliament and grand boulevards.
• Overnight in Vienna.

Day 8VIENNA - Imperial Grandeur

• Visit Schönbrunn Palace (Imperial Apartments and gardens).
• City tour around the Hofburg Palace and MuseumsQuartier area, with free evening for cafés or concerts.
• Overnight in Vienna.

Day 9VIENNA - SALZBURG

• Morning drive west to Salzburg and hotel check‑in.
• City tour including Mozart’s birthplace, Salzburg Cathedral and Getreidegasse.
• Overnight in Salzburg.

Day 10SALZBURG - Alpine Leisure

• Free day for independent exploration of Salzburg.
• Suggested visits: Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mirabell Gardens or a “Sound of Music” themed excursion.
• Overnight in Salzburg.

Day 11SALZBURG - GRAZ

• Relaxed morning in Salzburg.
• Afternoon drive east to the UNESCO‑listed city of Graz.
• Evening stroll and Styrian dinner in the old town.
• Overnight in Graz.

Day 12GRAZ - LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA

• Morning tour of Graz: Schlossberg and Clock Tower, Hauptplatz and Murinsel.
• Afternoon drive south to Ljubljana and introductory walk along the Ljubljanica River and Triple Bridge.
• Overnight in Ljubljana.

Day 13LJUBLJANA - LAKE BLED - LJUBLJANA

• City tour including funicular to Ljubljana Castle, Prešeren Square and Dragon Bridge.
• Afternoon excursion to Lake Bled with visits to Bled Castle and lakeside viewpoints.
• Overnight in Ljubljana.

Day 15LJUBLJANA - VENICE, ITALY

• Drive across the border into Italy and continue to Venice (Mestre/Tronchetto).
• Boat transfer to the historic centre and guided tour of St. Mark’s Square, Basilica, Doge’s Palace exterior and Rialto Bridge.
• Overnight in Venice.

Day 15VENICE - Departure

• Free morning for last walks or souvenir shopping in Venice.
• Transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport for departure or extra nights on request.
• Overnight in Venice for guests extending their stay.