Classic Vactions - Classic Europe 2008 - (Page 17) an unforgettable escape:Croatia&Italy Discover the hidden treasures and mesmerizing beauty of two Mediterranean countries. Experience some of the world’s most famous cities, including captivating Venice and magical Dubrovnik, on the following suggested itinerary. Day 1: Venice Fly to Venice and be greeted with private boat transportation to your hotel. Relax and enjoy this city’s awe-inspiring beauty from your room overlooking the Grand Canal. Dine at a traditional Italian restaurant. discover amazing underwater beauty with a scuba dive or snorkel excursion. Day 6: Dubrovnik to Split Take a half-hour flight to Split. Wander through the Diocletian Palace, Jupiter Temple, and the cathedral. Take a walk on the sidewalk by the edge of the harbor and watch the sun dip below the horizon. Day 7: Split to Hvar Depart Split for one of the most famous islands of the Adriatic Sea — Hvar. The amazing nature and beauty will leave you speechless. Sample the area’s best-known wines and visit the Plenkovic winery. Day 8: Hvar A half-day tour around the city takes you to the Arsenal, a 17th-century theater; the cathedral, and a Franciscan monastery. Day 9: Hvar to Zagreb Take a 45-minute flight to the capital of Croatia, Zagreb. Visit the cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, St. Marko Church, and the Opera House. Enjoy dinner in one of the top-tier city restaurants. Day 10: Zagreb Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, full of pristine lakes and waterfalls. Day 11: Return home. CLASSIC VACATIONS CROATIA ADRIATIC ITALY SEA Day 2: Venice For a magical perspective, glide through the city’s romantic canals on a private gondola ride. At San Marco Square sip a cappuccino in an outdoor café. Spend the afternoon touring the famous Murano glass factory. Day 3: Venice to Dubrovnik Take a short one-hour flight from Venice to Dubrovnik. Stroll through the Stradun (the square in the city) and see the nightly changing of the guard at the city’s entrance gate. Day 4: Dubrovnik Begin your day with breakfast in your room overlooking the blue waters of the Adriatic. Spend the afternoon visiting the walled Old City. In the summer, enjoy the evening festivals set against the backdrop of the city palaces and churches. Day 5: Dubrovnik Relax on one of the many breathtaking beaches or 17
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