2016 - TM Europe River Cruising

96 Day 1. Arrive Venice. Be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel for a special Welcome Dinner. Stay (Two Nights): Venice Mestre, Antony Hotel Mestre. D Day 2. Venice. Discover Venice's romantic canals, quaint bridges and array of famous landmarks, including the iconic St Mark's Square, on a guided tour. Step inside Doge's Palace to admire one of the world's most impressive art collections. Later, watch the ancient craft of glass blowing. B Day 3. Venice, Ljubljana, Lake Bled. Head to Slovenia's charming capital of Ljubljana, set on the Ljubljana River and surrounded by mountains. Take the historic funicular railway up Castle Hill to Ljubljana Castle for a guided tour and sweeping city views. Afterwards, continue to beautiful Lake Bled in the Julian Alps. Stay (Two Nights): Lake Bled, Grand Hotel Toplice. BD Day 4. Lake Bled. Visit Bled Castle for commanding views over the town followed by a boat ride across the lake to St Mary's Church of the Assumption, which sits serenely on an island at the lake's centre. This afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore. B Day 5. Lake Bled, Split. Take in the rugged Dalmatian coastline as you journey to the ancient port of Split. This World Heritage-listed city is framed by the Adriatic Sea and the Mosor mountain range and it boasts a venerable history and impressive location. Stay: Split, Hotel Cornaro. BD Day 6. Split, Dubrovnik. Embark on a guided tour today to visit Split's landmark attractions, including the imposing Roman ruins of Diocletian's Palace, the city's Old Roman Square, pass by the Cathedral of St Dominus and more. Travel along the coast to the'The Pearl of the Adriatic', Dubrovnik. Stay (Two Nights): Dubrovnik, Valamar Argosy Hotel. BD Day 7. Dubrovnik. Accompanied by a local guide, explore Dubrovnik's Old Town and visit its Dominican and Franciscan monasteries, with their prized libraries of historic books and manuscripts. Witness the sweeping archways of the Rector's Palace. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Enhance Your Journey: Enjoy a fascinating Lokrum Island cruise (see page 118). B Day 8. Dubrovnik, Mostar. Journey to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. With a local guide, visit the famous bridge, Stari Most and explore the cobbled Ottoman Quarter, home to 16th-century mosques, Turkish houses and the City Baths. A Taste of Mostar – learn the art of making Bosnian coffee and borek, a traditional local pastry. Stay (Two Nights): Mostar, Hotel Mepas. BD Day 9. Mostar, Sarajevo. Enjoy a day trip to explore fascinating Sarajevo. Follow the city's various turns through history as you discover Ottoman mosques mingling with the proud buildings of the Austro-Hungarian empire on an guided walk though this intriguing city. Explore the Bašaršija bazaar, an ancient trading place filled with artisans' workshops and cafés. B Adriatic Highlights & European Gems River 26 Days | Nine countries – Italy | Slovenia | Croatia | Bosnia & Herzegovina | Hungary | Slovakia CROATIA – marvel at the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik overlooking the sparkling Adriatic Sea YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Two nights in Venice, Lake Bled, Dubrovnik and Mostar; one night in Split, Plitvice Lakes and Zagreb 14 nights on a Travelmarvel river ship The services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Cruise Director 59 fine meals – 25 breakfasts (B), 13 lunches (L) and 21 dinners (D) Daily bottled water, tea and coffee, plus soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise Explore 26 different towns, villages and cities with an expert local guide Transfers, port charges and tipping INSIDER EXPERIENCES Learn to make Bosnian coffee and traditional borek pastry in Mostar Tour Vienna's famous Naschmarkt Indulge in a Bavarian experience Immerse yourself in Wertheim culture and be welcomed into the home of a local Explore the majestic 19th-century Drachenburg Castle MORE HIGHLIGHTS Visit ancient ports along Croatia's coast Admire Mostar's graceful Stari Most – www.travelmarvel.com.au – TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF OUR RIVER SHIPS www.travelmarvel.com.au

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