Embark on a 4-day journey through Croatia's cultural, natural, and culinary treasures beginning in Zagreb where you will be introduced to the city’s vibrant atmosphere. Explore the city, then visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO site known for its stunning waterfalls and tranquil scenery.. On day three, head to Livade for a truffle-hunting experience and themed lunch, followed by visits to Pula’s Roman landmarks and a relaxing evening in Rovinj. Conclude with a guided tour of Rovinj before transferring to Trieste where you will embark the ship.
Special Notes:
•This program begins in Zagreb, Croatia and ends in Trieste, Italy. Arrival flights must be booked to Franjo Tudman International Airport, Zagreb (ZAG)
•This program involves walking at times over uneven ground and most sites are not wheelchair accessible It is not recommended for guests who require use of wheelchair, walker, cane or scooter
•Please advise the RSSC Reservations team when you book this program should you have any special dietary restrictions or requirements. Requests will be sent to our local ground operators for review
DAY 1
Upon arrival at Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Check in time at the hotel is at 3:00pm. Should you be scheduled to arrive sooner, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee room availability upon arrival.
Settle in and take some time to relax after your journey. The day is at your leisure and any meals are on your own today.
A hospitality desk will be available at the hotel (Time and location TBA) to assist with general questions and provide recommendations for independent sightseeing and meals.
DAY 2
Start your day with breakfast before embarking on a scenic journey to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend the morning exploring its stunning waterfalls and crystal-clear lakes.
After a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant near the park, return to Zagreb for a guided city tour. Discover the charm of the Upper Town, the beauty of the historic cathedral, and the lively atmosphere of the main square.
The remainder of the day and evening will be at your leisure to explore more of the city or simply unwind.
DAY 3
After breakfast head to Livade for an unforgettable truffle-hunting adventure through the scenic Istrian countryside.
After your hunt, enjoy a delicious truffle-themed lunch.
In the afternoon, travel to Pula for a guided tour of its remarkable Roman ruins, including the Pula Arena, one of the best-preserved amphitheaters in the world. You’ll also visit other historic landmarks, such as the Temple of Augustus (outside visit) and the Roman Forum.
Later, depart for Rovinj, where upon arrival you can unwind or explore the town at your leisure. Conclude the day with a delightful dinner by the coast.
DAY 4
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and then check out. Don’t forget to settle any incidentals before departure.
After check-out, depart for a guided tour of Rovinj followed by a transfer to Trieste, arriving at the cruise terminal in time for an afternoon embarkation.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
?Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion.
?Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.
?The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
?Guests who do not arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program without notice will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
?All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
?If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm. Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
?Guests with morning arrivals will be able to have breakfast at the hotel on their own with payment on spot and store their luggage at the hotel till check in time (subject to availability)
?If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG).
You are met at Arrivals Hall after customs, immigration, and luggage claim and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.
3:00pm Check in time at your hotel
Guests with morning arrivals will be able to have breakfast at the hotel on own account and luggage can be stored at Reception until the rooms are available.
TBA Hospitality desk at hotel
All meals on your own today
Overnight at the Sheraton Zagreb or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
?Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
?Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
?Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
?If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:15am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
8:30am Scenic drive through the countryside from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park
10:30am Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
1:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant near Plitvice Lakes
2:30pm Departure for Zagreb
4:30pm Guided City Tour of Zagreb including the charming Upper Town, the historic cathedral, and the bustling main square.
6:30pm Estimated return to the hotel
Evening at leisure, dinner on your own
Overnight at the Sheraton Zagreb or similar hotel
DAY 3
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:15am Check out, meet your guide in the hotel lobby
8:30am Scenic drive through Istrian countryside to Livade for truffle hunting
11:30am Truffle hunting experience in Livade
12:30am Truffle-themed lunch
2:00pm Departure for Pula
3:00pm Guided Tour of Pula’s Ancient Roman Ruins including the Pula Arena. Additional stops may include the Temple of Augustus (exterior) and Roman Forum
5:00pm Depart for Rovinj
5:45pm Arrival in Rovinj, check-in
7:00pm Dinner at the hotel restaurant
Overnight at Hotel Lone Rovinj or similar hotel
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel included
9:00am Check-out, settle any incidentals
9:15am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
9:30am Guided tour of Rovinj
11:00am Group transfer to Trieste
1:00pm Estimated arrival time to the port of Trieste for embarkation
What to bring:
Weather:
In Istria, Croatia the months of May, June, September and October bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 19°C and 24°C. Istria reaches its peak temperature in August, hitting 27°C.
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, headscarf
*It is required for women to have covered shoulders and knees and to wear a headscarf when visiting holy places
*Some hotels do not provide distilled water for CPAP machines. While we can certainly request this for you, we cannot guarantee that it will be available. If received in a timely manner, at least 95 days before sailing, requests will be sent on the final manifest that our ground operators and hotels receive. We highly recommend packing your own supply especially on programs that travel to more remote locations in order to avoid not having it. Please keep in mind the rule for liquids in carry-on bags. Many hotels will charge for distilled water. If there is a fee, this will be added to your hotel incidental account to be paid at check-out. Fees will vary from hotel to hotel.
Local Currency:
Euro (EUR)
Electricity
Type F sockets, Voltage: 230V. Croatia uses the two, round pin, style of adapter plugs used all over Continental Europe.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
This program takes place between Croatia and Italy.
A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required.
Citizens of countries that do not have a visa-free agreement with the Schengen Area will need to apply for a Schengen visa.
Starting in 2025, visa-exempt travelers from certain countries will need to obtain an ETIAS authorization for short stays (up to 90 days in any 180-day period) in the 30 European countries covered by ETIAS.
Please check with your local embassy for any visa or updated entry requirements for your nationality to both Croatia and Italy.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/ or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.
Accommodation:
Sheraton Zagreb
Address: Kneza Borne 2, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
Hotel Lone Rovinj
Address: Ul. Luje Adamovica 31, 52210, Rovinj, Croatia
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests:
•2 nights at the Sheraton Hotel Zagreb or similar including breakfast – Classic Suite
•1 night at the Hotel Lone Rovinj including breakfast – Premium Double Room
•Porterage services at the hotels at check-in and check-out
•Airport transfer (driver only)
•Modern coach transportation during tour days
•English-speaking tour guide with national license
•Entrance fees as per program
•Meals as indicated above including water, 1 coffee/tea and 1 glass of wine/beer/soft drink for lunches and dinners
•Small bottle of water per person per day in the tour coach
•Headsets (whispers) during tour days
•Hospitality desk (time and location TBA)
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Porterage services at the airports
•Breakfast at the hotel on arrival day in case of early flight arrival.
•Hotel incidentals including minibar, laundry and room service
•Any meals not mentioned above
•Gratuities to drivers and guides
Please note:
Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $3,099 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
