DAY 1 BELGRADE

Arrival at Belgrade Nikola Tesla International Airport. Meet and greet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. High tea at the hotel. Check-in and afternoon at leisure. Belgrade is the capital and largest city of Serbia. It is located at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, where the Pannonia Plain meets the Balkans. Its name translates to “White city”. The urban area of the City of Belgrade has a population of 1.23 million, while over 1.65 million people live within its administrative limits. For your first night we have arranged a private “Belgrade night boat tour”. During the cruise you will have the opportunity to admire magnificent views of the city of Belgrade. Along the pleasant music that pairs with the casual and relaxing atmosphere on the ship, you will hear many stories and legends about the history of Belgrade, Danube and Sava, as well as about famous historical people who have sailed here. The natural beauty of the scenery combined with the cozy atmosphere and excellent culinary service on the ship will make your cruise unforgettable. Overnight in Belgrade.

DAY 2 BELGRADE CITY TOUR
After your breakfast at the hotel, we will start with a panomaric city tour in the Serbian capital. Our guided tour will help you to discover that Belgrad has it all: a charming mix of old and new that is reflected in its medieval and modern architecture, its historical monuments and cosmopolitan culture. Belgrade features one of the oldest and, in the same time, one of the most fast growing cities of Europe. History is interwined with modern life throughout the city. We will explore both the bustling modern part of the city as well as its relaxed bohemian quarter with its traditional taverns and fashionable café-bars. We will continue with a visit to the Belgrade Fortress and the remains of Singidunum, the ancient city of Belgrad that was founded in the 3rd century B.C. On our city tour we will also visit the Old and New parliament, the Kalemegdan Park, the Republic Square, the National Theatre, the National Museum, the Kneza Miihaila Street, the Serbian Orthodox Cathedral that dates back to 1837 and the Monument to Nikola Tesla.

After the tour we will return to the hotel. The rest of the day is free at your leisure.

DAY 3 SERBIA – SLOVENIA (530 km)

After our breakfast, we will depart to Ljubljana (Slovenia). Arrival at Ljubljana and check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon we will proceed for a city tour of the capital of Slovenia. Ljubljana is a beautiful city situated on the river Ljubljanica that flows between the city centre and the castle hill above it. The river banks are filled with top quality restaurants and cosmopolitan café-bars which are popular among both visitors and locals. The town has the most relaxing atmosphere of all European capitals and offers endless cultural events and excellent quality of life. It was founded by the Illyrians between 1000 and 500 BC. Today Ljubljana offers a lot to a visitors. Discover the baroque old town with its bridges, churches, buildings, palaces, open squares and cafes. The open-air market around the St. Nicholas Cathedral is just like the city itself: colourful and full of life. You can also take the cable car to the Castle of Ljubljana that is situated on the top of the closest hill to the city. Built in the middle of the 15th century, the Castle of Ljubljana is nowadays one of the most popular tourist destinations of the town. As an optional tour we also suggest you to join an unforgettable boat cruise along the Ljubljanica river. Return to the hotel and overnight

DAY 4 HALF DAY TOUR TO BLED LAKE – THE PEARL OF THE SLOVENIAN ALPS

After breakfast we will proceed for a Half Day tour to the Bled Lake (75 km – 1 hour drive distance). We will visit the old medieval Bled Castle that stands on a high cliff overlooking Bled Lake. The Bled Castle is the oldest castle in Slovenia. It was first mentioned in a 1011 donation deed as castellan Veldes. Perched atop a steep cliff 130 metres above the glacial Lake Bled, the Bled Castle is a symbol of Bled and Slovenia. The beauty of the castle and its ambience has earned it worldwide recognition through the centuries. In the castle you can visit the museum, printing shop, wine cellar, herbal gallery and souvenir shop of the castle. The terraces of the castle offer to the visitor a spectacular view of the lake and the mountains of the Karavanke and the Julian Alps. Bled was discovered by the tourists in the middle of the 19th century, after the Swiss doctor Arnold Rikli had built a climactic health centre in the town. Bled is often mentioned as the pearl of the Alpine region. Its emerald-green lake, a church on the island in the middle of the lake. Don’t miss the chance to taste KREMŠNITA, Bled’s main culinary speciality that was invented after the Second World War.

DAY 5 LJUBLJANA – VENICE (260 km)

Early breakfast at the hotel and departure to Venice. Venice is the capital of the Veneto region, in North-Eastern Italy. It is situated across a group of 117 small islands that are separated by canals and linked by bridges. These are located in the marshy Venetian Lagoon which stretches along the shoreline, between the mouths of the Po and the Piave Rivers. Parts of Venice are renowned for the beauty of their settings, their architecture and artwork. The lagoon and a part of the city are listed as a World Heritage Site. The name is derived from the ancient Veneti people who inhabited the region by the 10th century BC. The city was historically the capital of the Republic of Venice and has been known as the “La Dominante,” “Serenissima,” “Queen of the Adriatic,” “City of Water,” “City of Masks,” “City of Bridges,” “The Floating City” and “City of Canals.” After some short stops, we will arrive in the “floating city”. We will see San Marco’s square, the mighty Doge’s Palace, Rialto Bridge and other interesting sights of the city. After the guided city tour, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 6 VENICE – POSTOJNA CAVE (209 km) – ZAGREB (190 km)

After our breakfast, we will depart to Postojna cave, the largest and most beautiful cave of the classical Karst. Take a train ride into the underworld labyrinth of passages, tunnels, galleries and chambers, which are dotted with stalagmites, stalactites and columns of incredible shapes and sizes. We will continue our trip to Croatia. Arrival in Zagreb early in the evening. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.

DAY 7 ZAGREB CITY TOUR – BUDAPEST (345 km)
After our breakfast we will proceed for the city tour of Zagreb.We will firstly take a walk in the Old Town of Zagreb which is the most charming part of the city. During our walking tour in the Old Town we will see the Cathedral, the Stone Gate, St. Mark’s Church, the Parliament and the Lotršćak tower. After our walking tour we will drive downtown and pass by some of the most beautiful buildings of Zagreb that were built in the 19th century – including the National Theater, the Main Railway Station and the Art Pavilion – as well as the most significant modern buildings of the city – like the Old National Library, Mimara Museum and the Meštrović Pavilion. We will then cross the River Sava and enter New Zagreb which was built after 1950. During our tour in this part of the city we will see the Zagreb Fair convention, the Hippodrome and the New Museum of Contemporary Art. Last but not least, we will pay a visit to one of the most beautiful spots of the town, the Mirogoj Cemetery.
After our city tour of Zagreb we will depart to Budapest, Hungary. Arrival in Budapest. Check-in overnight at the hotel.

DAY 8 BUDAPEST CITY TOUR – BELGRADE (375 km)

After our breakfast we will proceed for the city tour of Budapest that will you a brief overview of the last 1000 years of Hungarian history. Our first stop will be in the Castle District where we will see the Matthias Church and the Fishermen’s Bastion. We will then visit the Gellért Hill (Citadel) from which you can enjoy the most spectacular view of Budapest. Our next stop will be Pest where we will visit the famous Central Market Hall, the largest Synagogue of Europe and the City Park. Later we will pass by Europe’s largest thermal spa, the Budapest Zoo and the Amusement Park, and then have a short stop at the Heroes’ Square where the statues of the most famous Hungarian kings and dukes stand. We will continue our tour driving by the Opera House and the St Stephen’s Basilica. At the end of our guided tour we will visit the impressive neo-gothic House of Parliament. The tour ends in the city-centre where you will1 hour free time.[/caption]

After our city tour of Budapest we will depart to Belgrade, Serbia. Arrival in Belgrade early in the evening. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.

DAY 9 BELGRADE – GREECE
After our breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Nikola Tesla airport. We will reach Athens in the afternoon. Meet and greet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel.
For your first night in Athens we suggest you an unforgettable Athens-by-night orientation tour (incl. panoramic view from Lycabettus hill and strolling in the area of Plaka,
the old town of Athens) followed by folklore dance show and dinner. Return back
to the hotel. Overnight in Athens.

DAY 10 HALF DAY ATHENS CITY TOUR WITH ACROPOLIS MUSEUM[/caption]

After breakfast we will proceed for the the Half Day city tour of Athens. We will firstly visit the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Later we will pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (Ex Royal Palace) which is guarded by the Evzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). We will continue with a visit to the Acropolis museum where you can admire the wonders of the classical era. (Optional visiting to Parthenon + 20€ entrance fee, per person). 

After our guided tour our escort will take you a walking tour of the city center of Athens.

Return to the hotel. The afternoon is free at your leisure. Overnight in Athens.

DAY 11 HYDRA – POROS – AEGINA | ONE DAY CRUISE IN THE SARONIC GULF

Hydra Poros Aegina

We will depart at 08.00 a.m. to visit the three most beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf. After departure, our guide and hostesses will ask you to assemble in one of the main lounges of the ship to get to give you all the information concerning the ship, the program of the cruise and the islands.

Hydra
The favorite island of the jet set, whose old traditional beautiful stone houses and mansions silently witness to a long and turbulent story. The small narrow stone paved streets await you to explore them on foot or by the island’s tradiional “vehicle” the saddled donkeys. A walk along the old seaside promenade, crystal clear waters, radiant fine craft shops and the beauty of Hydra will delight you. Our stay in Hydra will last about 2 hours.

Poros
Although it is the smallest of the three islands that we visit, its attraction is the narrow strait offering a most enchanting view of the town of Poros. Our stay in Poros is about 1 hour.

Aegina
The largest of the three islands. There are optional organized tours by air conditioned buses that will brig you to the Temple of Afea (archeological site) or the Church of Saint Nektarios, whose relics are at display. The above mentioned tours are optional and are sold on the ship. Our stay in Aegina is about 2 hours. Transfer back to our hotel in Athens. Overnight.

Day 12 DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel and then transferr to the airport for your international flight.