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Overlooked by travelers for years, Croatia is the new “Pearl of the Mediterranean,” a hiker’s paradise with varied terrain, thick flora, and dozens of historic cultural sites. This journey will take you from the rolling vineyards of the northern reaches to the wooded inland parks to the myriad islands and hidden coves of the sun-drenched Dalmatian islands. Croatia has an extensive national park system and you’ll visit some of the finest, including Plitivice, where a series of 16 lakes dot the floor of a dolomite valley, connected by lush streams and powerful waterfalls. In Croatia the human history is as rich as the scenery, and you’ll have the chance to see it all, from the fourth-century Palace of Diocletian to the early Christian Basilica of Euphrasius, not to mention Zagreb and Dubrovnik, where old-world architecture presides over vibrant modern European culture. Discover Croatia’s hidden corners before everyone else does!

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• See the highlights of Croatia, from far northern Istria to the southern tip of Dubrovnik
• Our rare hiking-intensive itinerary provides a total immersion into the scenic landscapes of Croatia
• Excellent historic and cultural highlights, including five UNESCO World Heritage Sites!

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Adventures in Croatia
Want to “do it all?” Croatia is home to some of the most magnificent and exciting sea and river kayaking waters, pristine rivers, and breathtaking hiking terrain. Our multisport itinerary takes advantage of everything Croatia has to offer! 11-day trip departs May 18, Sep 14, Oct 12, ’08. From $4,395. Call for details!

Day 1 - Arrive in Zagreb, Croatia.

Day 2 - Hike among the limestone and dolomite formations of heavily wooded Risnjak National Park, with its heterogeneous flora and fauna.

Day 3 - Tour ancient Bronze Age ruins in Rovinj and an Istrian acropolis in Motovun, then enjoy the dramatic coastal scenery of the north Adriatic.

Day 4 - A hike to the high point of Ucka Nature Preserve (4,600') is rewarded with panoramic views of the Croatian Islands and the Italian Alps. Continue to Plitivice Lakes National Park, a World Heritage Site.

Day 5 - Spend the entire day exploring the interconnected lakes, streams, and travertine waterfalls of the park.

Day 6 - In Paklencia National Park you’ll hike through deep canyons surrounded by forests of beech and black pine. Drive to Skradin, a small town at the edge of Krka River National Park.

Day 7 - Hike in the park to Lake Visovac, where you’ll board a boat for Visovac Island and the Franciscan monastery there. Continue to Trogir, an old coastal town and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 8 - Spend the day on Brac Island, where ancient people carved villages and orchards of figs and pomegranates (not to mention the stone for Diocletian’s Palace) out of the rocky hillsides. Overnight in Split.

Day 9 - Some of the best views of the trip are in store today as you hike in Biokovo Nature Park, between the Cetina and Neretva Rivers, and explore the dramatic intersection of high mountains and the crystal-clear sea. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Day 10 - A day to experience the idyllic coastal beauty and significant cultural attractions of Dubrovnik, yet another World Heritage Site.

Day 11 - Depart Dubrovnik.

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© Anne Wood (MTS Staff)