Jewels of the Adriatic

Sail and tour through the heart of the Adriatic on this 17 day journey across Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, Greece and Malta. Begin on land in Zagreb, the Plitvice Lakes, Zadar, Ljubljana and Lake Bled before boarding the Costa Deliziosa for a seven night cruise. Touch port in Bari, Corfu, Syracuse, Valletta and Split, then finish among the romantic canals of Venice. The package brings together return international flights, seven nights of hotel accommodation, a seven night cruise and 27 meals.

Deal ID: 5832
Duration: 17 Days
Available dates: 10 Oct 2026
Destinations: Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, Greece, Malta
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)

Itinerary:
Day 1: Australia or New Zealand to Zagreb, Croatia. Depart for Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. Some departures may leave a day later.
Day 2: Welcome to Zagreb. Arrive at Zagreb airport, meet a representative and transfer to the hotel, with the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 3: Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia. Take a scenic drive to the UNESCO listed Plitvice Lakes, with an optional guided tour of its cascading waterfalls and crystal clear lakes.
Day 4: Zagreb Walking City Tour. Enjoy a half day guided tour taking in Ban Jelacic Square, St Mark's Church and Dolac Market, with free time to explore the Upper Town.
Day 5: Zagreb to Zadar Free Day. Travel to the coastal city of Zadar and spend the day at leisure exploring its architecture and cultural heritage or swimming in the clear Adriatic.
Day 6: Zadar to Ljubljana, Slovenia City Tour. Continue to Ljubljana for a half day guided tour of Congress Square, the Three Bridges, the river promenade and Dragon Bridge.
Day 7: Ljubljana and Lake Bled. Drive to enchanting Lake Bled to admire the clifftop Bled Castle and the alpine scenery, with an optional pletna boat ride to Bled Island.
Day 8: Ljubljana to Trieste, Italy. Transfer to Trieste and board the four star Costa Deliziosa to begin a seven night Greece, Malta and Croatia cruise.
Day 9: Bari, Italy. Explore this historic Adriatic port with optional excursions to UNESCO listed Matera or the Trulli houses of Alberobello.
Day 10: Corfu, Greece. Discover this romantic island with its Venetian fortress and UNESCO listed old town of winding lanes, towering houses and gardens.
Day 11: Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. Stroll the evocative roads of Ortigia and step into the magic of the ancient Greek theatre.
Day 12: Valletta, Malta. Discover the heart of Malta with optional excursions to the Blue Grotto and the fishing village of Marsaxlokk, or historic Mdina and Mosta.
Day 13: Cruising. Enjoy a relaxing day at sea aboard the Costa Deliziosa with international dining and onboard entertainment.
Day 14: Split, Croatia. Visit this ancient harbour centred on the third century Diocletian's Palace, built in 295 AD.
Day 15: Trieste to Venice Walking City Tour. Disembark and transfer to Venice for a guided walking tour of St Mark's Square, the Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
Day 16: Venice to Australia or New Zealand. After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Day 17: Arrive in Australia or New Zealand. Please note some flights may arrive a day later.

Inclusions: Return international full service flights, seven night cruise aboard Costa Deliziosa, seven nights of hotel accommodation, 27 meals including all meals while cruising.