& The Olive Odysseys present
Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast
with Prague & Budapest!
September 2-14 2019
Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast
with Prague & Budapest!
September 2-14 2019
3 Countries
12 Days
Join your tour specialists Patricia & Manolis Hajifotiou
12 Days
Join your tour specialists Patricia & Manolis Hajifotiou
Day One
Prague, Czech Republic
September 2
We will meet in our centrally located hotel right in the center of Prague, the heart of Bohemia. Called the ‘city of 100 spires’ this preserved capital is also the home of colorful churches, baroque buildings and a medieval clock. All this awaits us in the beautifully preserved capital of the Czech Republic.
We will start with an orientation walk of Prague, which includes Wenceslas Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Prague Castle.
Join us after our walk for a welcome drink and introductions. Later we will walk to dinner for delicious Bohemian food and the finest beer!
Orientation walk of Prague/ Introductions & Welcome drink/ Dinner together/ Overnight Prague/UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Centre of Prague).
Prague, Czech Republic
September 2
We will meet in our centrally located hotel right in the center of Prague, the heart of Bohemia. Called the ‘city of 100 spires’ this preserved capital is also the home of colorful churches, baroque buildings and a medieval clock. All this awaits us in the beautifully preserved capital of the Czech Republic.
We will start with an orientation walk of Prague, which includes Wenceslas Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Prague Castle.
Join us after our walk for a welcome drink and introductions. Later we will walk to dinner for delicious Bohemian food and the finest beer!
Orientation walk of Prague/ Introductions & Welcome drink/ Dinner together/ Overnight Prague/UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Centre of Prague).
Day Two
Prague, Czech Republic
September 3
We are up early for our guided walk of Prague. We will stroll over to the astronomical clock and down to the Charles Bridge. We will be able to get some great pictures as we take in this bridge that has been taking people across the Vltava River for over 600 years. Our walk then continues up to the Hradcani Castle, the Cathedral, and the beautiful winding streets of Prague.
The rest of the day is yours. Maybe you would like to see the The Průhonice Park or other sites? We will be on hand to get you there! Dinner on your own tonight. Maybe you would like to experience a traditional Czech beer hall (some people claim that Pilsener is the best Czech invention ever). We’ll be on hand for recommendations for the best beer halls to be had.
Breakfast/ Guided walk of Prague/Astronomical Clock & the Charles Bridge/ Hradcani Castle/ Cathedral/ Overnight Prague/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Center of Prague).
Prague, Czech Republic
September 3
We are up early for our guided walk of Prague. We will stroll over to the astronomical clock and down to the Charles Bridge. We will be able to get some great pictures as we take in this bridge that has been taking people across the Vltava River for over 600 years. Our walk then continues up to the Hradcani Castle, the Cathedral, and the beautiful winding streets of Prague.
The rest of the day is yours. Maybe you would like to see the The Průhonice Park or other sites? We will be on hand to get you there! Dinner on your own tonight. Maybe you would like to experience a traditional Czech beer hall (some people claim that Pilsener is the best Czech invention ever). We’ll be on hand for recommendations for the best beer halls to be had.
Breakfast/ Guided walk of Prague/Astronomical Clock & the Charles Bridge/ Hradcani Castle/ Cathedral/ Overnight Prague/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Center of Prague).
Day Three
Budapest, Hungary
September 4
We’ll board our plane for the quick trip (1 hr 25m) to Budapest, a UNESCO World Heritage City. We’ll drop our bags off at the hotel and you can freshen up before we head out for a great afternoon of our guided tour by a local, on the castle side (Buda) of the Danube. We'll include a talk about Buda Castle and the place it held in world history.
Budapest is also home to some classic restaurants offering superb Hungarian fare. Later we will dine together while enjoying the local wines this region is known for.
Breakfast/ Flight Prague-Budapest/ Guided tour of the Buda side/ Buda Castle/Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
Budapest, Hungary
September 4
We’ll board our plane for the quick trip (1 hr 25m) to Budapest, a UNESCO World Heritage City. We’ll drop our bags off at the hotel and you can freshen up before we head out for a great afternoon of our guided tour by a local, on the castle side (Buda) of the Danube. We'll include a talk about Buda Castle and the place it held in world history.
Budapest is also home to some classic restaurants offering superb Hungarian fare. Later we will dine together while enjoying the local wines this region is known for.
Breakfast/ Flight Prague-Budapest/ Guided tour of the Buda side/ Buda Castle/Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
Day Four
Budapest, Hungary
September 5
This morning is yours for the taking. Sleep in a little bit, go for a walk in a nearby park or sit in a sidewalk cafe and people watch.
Join us in the afternoon as we take our private walking tour of Pest. We'll walk the Danube promenade with views back to Buda Castle. We'll see the Chain Bridge, the Central Hall market, Heroes' Square, and so much more. We'll end our walk at the New York Cafe at the Boscolo Budapest hotel where you may partake in the afternoon tea if you wish.
Dinner is on your own and during our walk we will point out some stunning restaurants to try for yourself! Or maybe you would like to book a Danube river cruise dinner? We'll help you pick from the best ones.
Breakfast/ Morning free/ Guided Tour of Pest/ Promenade Walk/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
Budapest, Hungary
September 5
This morning is yours for the taking. Sleep in a little bit, go for a walk in a nearby park or sit in a sidewalk cafe and people watch.
Join us in the afternoon as we take our private walking tour of Pest. We'll walk the Danube promenade with views back to Buda Castle. We'll see the Chain Bridge, the Central Hall market, Heroes' Square, and so much more. We'll end our walk at the New York Cafe at the Boscolo Budapest hotel where you may partake in the afternoon tea if you wish.
Dinner is on your own and during our walk we will point out some stunning restaurants to try for yourself! Or maybe you would like to book a Danube river cruise dinner? We'll help you pick from the best ones.
Breakfast/ Morning free/ Guided Tour of Pest/ Promenade Walk/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
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Day Five
Plitvice Lakes Croatia
September 6
We are off to Croatia this morning by bus. Along the way we will have a short stop for lunch. We will hit Zagreb, the capital, in the afternoon, where a local guide will give us a walking tour of this lovely city.
We will be off later in the afternoon for the Plitvice Lakes region, a stunning area, a national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As we settle into our lodge, you can have a drink on the terrace or go for a walk nearby. Join us later as we enjoy a sumptuous dinner together with local wines.
Breakfast / Private Transport to Croatia/ Walking tour of Zagreb/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park/ Overnight Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Plitvice Lakes Croatia
September 6
We are off to Croatia this morning by bus. Along the way we will have a short stop for lunch. We will hit Zagreb, the capital, in the afternoon, where a local guide will give us a walking tour of this lovely city.
We will be off later in the afternoon for the Plitvice Lakes region, a stunning area, a national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As we settle into our lodge, you can have a drink on the terrace or go for a walk nearby. Join us later as we enjoy a sumptuous dinner together with local wines.
Breakfast / Private Transport to Croatia/ Walking tour of Zagreb/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park/ Overnight Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Day Six
Zadar, Croatia
September 7
We are up very early for our tour of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the home to many lakes, waterfalls, and stunning natural scenery. Join us for a picnic lunch midday.
We are off later in the day for the city of Zadar, right on the Dalmatian coast on the Adriatic sea. After we visit the famous ‘sea organ’ and the ‘monument to the sun’ down by the seaside, we will walk to dinner together for local specialties.
Breakfast / Walking tour of Plitvica Lakes National Park/ Picnic lunch/ Seaside walk/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park /UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar/ Overnight Zadar
Zadar, Croatia
September 7
We are up very early for our tour of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the home to many lakes, waterfalls, and stunning natural scenery. Join us for a picnic lunch midday.
We are off later in the day for the city of Zadar, right on the Dalmatian coast on the Adriatic sea. After we visit the famous ‘sea organ’ and the ‘monument to the sun’ down by the seaside, we will walk to dinner together for local specialties.
Breakfast / Walking tour of Plitvica Lakes National Park/ Picnic lunch/ Seaside walk/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park /UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar/ Overnight Zadar
Day Seven
Zadar Croatia
September 8
Today we have a private tour of Zadar. We'll see the Roman Forum, the 9th century Byzantine church of St. Donates, and other memorable parts of the town. Lunch on your own at any of the great spots in town.
Then the afternoon is yours. You can take an optional cruise to the Kornati Island, a national park, to see the unspoiled area off the coast of Zadar, or hit the nearby beaches.
Dinner on your own with recommendations from us.
Breakfast / Private Tour of Zadar/ Optional Boat tour of Kornati Islands** / UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar / List for UNESCO World Heritage Site-Kornati Islands** /Overnight Zadar
**not included in tour price
Zadar Croatia
September 8
Today we have a private tour of Zadar. We'll see the Roman Forum, the 9th century Byzantine church of St. Donates, and other memorable parts of the town. Lunch on your own at any of the great spots in town.
Then the afternoon is yours. You can take an optional cruise to the Kornati Island, a national park, to see the unspoiled area off the coast of Zadar, or hit the nearby beaches.
Dinner on your own with recommendations from us.
Breakfast / Private Tour of Zadar/ Optional Boat tour of Kornati Islands** / UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar / List for UNESCO World Heritage Site-Kornati Islands** /Overnight Zadar
**not included in tour price
Day Eight
Island of Hvar
September 9
We take off inland for our trip to the small island town of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a small quaint town. Trogir (called Trau by the Venetians) is a lovely walled city boasting both Romanesque and Renaissance buildings. Our guide will be on hand to take us around and then show us some spots for lunch on your own.
Afterwards, we are off to Split with its walled city, Roman palace, and palm-lined streets. We’ll delve into the role this city played in Roman history. We will tour the Diocletian's Palace, erected by the Roman emperor in the 4th century. Once home to thousands, it still has more than 200 buildings within its enclaves. Then we are off to the cathedral of St. Domnius one of the best, standing Roman ruins in existence today. For those who want we can climb up the belfry to catch the sites of the town below us.
In the afternoon, we will head to our ferry to the lovely island of Hvar, renowned for its beautiful harbor town and wineries in the hinterland villages. Be sure to sit seaside right outside of our hotel for cocktails as the sun sets.
Join us later for dinner together in a quay-side spot that we love!
Breakfast/ Private Transportation to Trogir and Split/ Ferry to Hvar/ Guided tour of Trogir and Split/ Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Trogir/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Split/ Island of Hvar/ Overnight Hvar
Island of Hvar
September 9
We take off inland for our trip to the small island town of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a small quaint town. Trogir (called Trau by the Venetians) is a lovely walled city boasting both Romanesque and Renaissance buildings. Our guide will be on hand to take us around and then show us some spots for lunch on your own.
Afterwards, we are off to Split with its walled city, Roman palace, and palm-lined streets. We’ll delve into the role this city played in Roman history. We will tour the Diocletian's Palace, erected by the Roman emperor in the 4th century. Once home to thousands, it still has more than 200 buildings within its enclaves. Then we are off to the cathedral of St. Domnius one of the best, standing Roman ruins in existence today. For those who want we can climb up the belfry to catch the sites of the town below us.
In the afternoon, we will head to our ferry to the lovely island of Hvar, renowned for its beautiful harbor town and wineries in the hinterland villages. Be sure to sit seaside right outside of our hotel for cocktails as the sun sets.
Join us later for dinner together in a quay-side spot that we love!
Breakfast/ Private Transportation to Trogir and Split/ Ferry to Hvar/ Guided tour of Trogir and Split/ Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Trogir/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Split/ Island of Hvar/ Overnight Hvar
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Day Nine
Island of Hvar
September 10
Join us as we take a walking tour of the fortressed town of Hvar town, The site of an ancient Illyrian settlement (500BC).
We will then take to the road to explore some of the outposts of the island, with stops at a local winery for a tour and a tasting.
After our tour, you can have lunch on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
In the afternoon you can do several things. Shop, sit in a seaside cafe, go for a swim just down the seaside. Hvar will be yours to explore.
We will be on hand to recommend a restaurant for dinner on your own.
Breakfast/ Guided Tour of Hvar town/ Winery stop and tasting / Overnight Hvar
Island of Hvar
September 10
Join us as we take a walking tour of the fortressed town of Hvar town, The site of an ancient Illyrian settlement (500BC).
We will then take to the road to explore some of the outposts of the island, with stops at a local winery for a tour and a tasting.
After our tour, you can have lunch on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
In the afternoon you can do several things. Shop, sit in a seaside cafe, go for a swim just down the seaside. Hvar will be yours to explore.
We will be on hand to recommend a restaurant for dinner on your own.
Breakfast/ Guided Tour of Hvar town/ Winery stop and tasting / Overnight Hvar
Day Ten
Island of Korcula
September 11
We are off by boat to the charming island of lovely Island of Korcula for a two night stay. Full of vineyard and olive grove delights, it offers the finest in island living. Said to produce the best white wines in all of Croatia, we will sample them for ourselves to see.
Join us just before dinner as we have a local cook show us how to make hand rolled Zrnovo makaroni, a Croatian specialty. Afterwards we will enjoy our work during dinner together.
Breakfast/ Ferry to Hvar/ Exploring Hvar/ Ferry to Korcula/ Cooking demonstration/ Dinner together/ Overnight Korcula
Island of Korcula
September 11
We are off by boat to the charming island of lovely Island of Korcula for a two night stay. Full of vineyard and olive grove delights, it offers the finest in island living. Said to produce the best white wines in all of Croatia, we will sample them for ourselves to see.
Join us just before dinner as we have a local cook show us how to make hand rolled Zrnovo makaroni, a Croatian specialty. Afterwards we will enjoy our work during dinner together.
Breakfast/ Ferry to Hvar/ Exploring Hvar/ Ferry to Korcula/ Cooking demonstration/ Dinner together/ Overnight Korcula
Day Eleven
Island of Korcula
September 12
This morning we head out to some of the lovely small villages of Korcula. We will have a local guide that will take us around so that we can see the highlights that this island has to offer. We will stop by one of the famous wineries of Korcula and state test their wines and partake in a little charcuterie.
We will be back in town later for shopping in the medieval streets of the town. Grab a drink at any of the sidewalk cafes in the winding cobblestone streets.
All in all a great day for exploring.
Breakfast/ An day of exploring Korcula with a local/ Winery and Wine Tasting/ Winery Charcuterie/ Overnight Korcula
Island of Korcula
September 12
This morning we head out to some of the lovely small villages of Korcula. We will have a local guide that will take us around so that we can see the highlights that this island has to offer. We will stop by one of the famous wineries of Korcula and state test their wines and partake in a little charcuterie.
We will be back in town later for shopping in the medieval streets of the town. Grab a drink at any of the sidewalk cafes in the winding cobblestone streets.
All in all a great day for exploring.
Breakfast/ An day of exploring Korcula with a local/ Winery and Wine Tasting/ Winery Charcuterie/ Overnight Korcula
Day Twelve
Dubrovnik, Croatia
September 13
We take to the seas again by ferry boat today to chart our course for Dubrovnik.
After we check into our hotel, we will have a tour of this town, including a walk on the walls. Join us tonight for our farewell dinner.
Breakfast/ Ferry transfer to Dubrovnik/ Tour of Dubrovnik/Farewell Dinner/UNESCO World Heritage Site -Old City of Dubrovnik/Overnight Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, Croatia
September 13
We take to the seas again by ferry boat today to chart our course for Dubrovnik.
After we check into our hotel, we will have a tour of this town, including a walk on the walls. Join us tonight for our farewell dinner.
Breakfast/ Ferry transfer to Dubrovnik/ Tour of Dubrovnik/Farewell Dinner/UNESCO World Heritage Site -Old City of Dubrovnik/Overnight Dubrovnik
Day Thirteen September 14th
We say goodbye this morning in Dubrovnik. You can stay on for a few more days to relax or go on to other parts of Europe. Your choice!
Breakfast
We say goodbye this morning in Dubrovnik. You can stay on for a few more days to relax or go on to other parts of Europe. Your choice!
Breakfast
What do you get with this tour-
Three Countries-The Czech Republic, Hungary & Croatia
6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The City of Prague
Local Tour of Prague
City of Budapest
Local Tour of Buda
Local Tour of Pest
Zagreb
Zadar
Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance & tour
Island of Trogir
Split
Roman Palace of Diocletian
Island of Hvar
Island of Korcula
The old city of Dubrovnik
Wall walk Dubrovnik
Fast ferries
Flight Prague-Budapest*
Private bus transfers
Coastal touring
12 full breakfasts
1 winery lunch
7 multi-coursed dinners with wine or beer (beer only in Prague and Budapest)
Cooking demonstration
Tours with local guides
Winery visits
Wine tastings
Comfortable centrally located hotels
All transportation from the beginning of our tour except when you are on your own
Guides with 20 years’ experience
Attention to detail
Three Countries-The Czech Republic, Hungary & Croatia
6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The City of Prague
Local Tour of Prague
City of Budapest
Local Tour of Buda
Local Tour of Pest
Zagreb
Zadar
Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance & tour
Island of Trogir
Split
Roman Palace of Diocletian
Island of Hvar
Island of Korcula
The old city of Dubrovnik
Wall walk Dubrovnik
Fast ferries
Flight Prague-Budapest*
Private bus transfers
Coastal touring
12 full breakfasts
1 winery lunch
7 multi-coursed dinners with wine or beer (beer only in Prague and Budapest)
Cooking demonstration
Tours with local guides
Winery visits
Wine tastings
Comfortable centrally located hotels
All transportation from the beginning of our tour except when you are on your own
Guides with 20 years’ experience
Attention to detail
Trip Cost-per person with double occupancy.
14 participants - $4990
12 participants and over- $5290
10 participants and over- $5390
8 participants and over- $5590
Single room rate is $775 per person extra added to the cost of the trip
14 participants - $4990
12 participants and over- $5290
10 participants and over- $5390
8 participants and over- $5590
Single room rate is $775 per person extra added to the cost of the trip
The Details-This trip is limited to 16 people on a first come first serve basis.
Trip Terms
A deposit of $400 is required to hold a spot on this tour. The remaining deposit of $600 is due by June 1 1019. The remaining balance of the trip 8 people-$4590 / 10 people $4390/ 12 people $4290 / 14 people $3990 will be due by June 25 2019. Up until that time all deposits are fully refundable. After final payment has been made, no refund is possible.
What is your responsibility
Airfare to the start of our tour and returning at the end of our tour
Some meals where indicated on the itinerary
Transportation from the arrival airport to our staring hotel
Transportation from our last hotel to the departing airport
Any other transport you might use during time on your own
Communication costs/ and medicines needed/ any medical needs during the tour
Airfare to the start of our tour and returning at the end of our tour
Some meals where indicated on the itinerary
Transportation from the arrival airport to our staring hotel
Transportation from our last hotel to the departing airport
Any other transport you might use during time on your own
Communication costs/ and medicines needed/ any medical needs during the tour
* Includes one checked-in bag 20 kilos max and one carry-on 8 kilos max. All other luggage costs to you.
Note- Our tour starts in Prague. We recommend that you arrive one day before our tour and overnight there. We can help with hotel reservations for our starting hotel for that extra night if you wish. Our tour ends in Dubrovnik and your hotel is included for that night. Your flight back to the States should be for the following day.
Note- Your best bet is to arrive in Prague and depart from Dubrovnik (American Airlines has a new route to and from Dubrovnik from Philly for 2019) on your flight from and to the States. We can help with recommendations for airlines.
Note- Your best bet is to arrive in Prague and depart from Dubrovnik (American Airlines has a new route to and from Dubrovnik from Philly for 2019) on your flight from and to the States. We can help with recommendations for airlines.
This trip is also offered on The Olive Odysseys website and is open to all travelers
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Who are your leaders?
Manolis HajifotiouA native of Greece, Manolis has been leading tours in Europe for 21 years. Besides traveling, his passion is playing his guitar and creating his own music. He also likes to keep up with the stone house he shares with his wife, Patricia, especially trimming their olive trees. He looks forward to showing you his favorite places and making sure you feel right at home.
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Patricia HajifotiouA native of the U.S.A., Patricia has been leading tours in Europe for 21 years. She lives on the island of Evia, Greece, with her husband Manolis. When she is not on tour, she lives off the grid in a rock house, powered by the wind and sun. There she likes to spend her time digging in the garden. She looks forward to showing you the places she likes the best.
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