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Lake Bled and Croatia

Munich to Dubrovnik rail journey through Slovenia and Croatia

Illustration of Lake Bled and Croatia

Railbookers operates this 12-day rail vacation from Munich to Dubrovnik, traveling through Slovenia's Lake Bled and Ljubljana before continuing into Croatia at Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. After a night in Munich, three nights in Lake Bled include a small-group tour of Bled Castle and a traditional pletna boat ride to Bled Island. Trains carry you on to Ljubljana, Zagreb and Split, where two nights each allow time to see Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the twin-spired Zagreb Cathedral. The final leg from Split to Dubrovnik is by morning bus rather than train. Two nights in Dubrovnik close the trip with walking tours of the city walls and old town and the included Mt Srd Cable Car ride. The pace is relaxed, with most stops running two or more nights, and the mix of independent travel with guided castle, city and walking tours suits first-time rail travelers and history-minded couples.

What to know before you look closer

  • Day 10 travels from Split to Dubrovnik by morning bus rather than train.
  • All hotels are drawn from 31 accommodation options across cities and tiers; the final hotel depends on the tier and city you select.
  • The operator does not list current departure dates for this package; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Munich

    Munich

    Begin your train journey discovering centuries-old traditions in the heart of Bavaria's capital: Munich. See the fashionable Schwabing district and walk through Hoftgarten.

  2. Day 2overnight: Lake Bled

    Munich to Lake Bled

    Lake Bled is a historic mountain resort with magnificent scenery. Enjoy sweeping alpine panoramas, medieval architecture, and a relaxing lakeside promenade.

  3. Day 3overnight: Lake Bled

    Lake Bled

    A small group tour of Bled Castle across the drawbridge and through the Gothic arch. Board a traditional 'pletna' boat to Bled Island. Dinner in a lakeside restaurant.

  4. Day 4overnight: Lake Bled

    Lake Bled

    Relax and take a stroll around Lake Bled, perhaps with a picnic. Try the local specialty cream cake known as Kremna Rezina.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Ljubljana

    Lake Bled to Ljubljana

    Train from Lesce-Bled station to Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital. Explore outdoor cafes, old town, museums, Tivoli Park, Ljubljana Castle, and Triple Bridge.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Zagreb

    Ljubljana to Zagreb

    Board a direct train to Zagreb. Visit St. Mark's Church, Tkalciceva Street, the main square and twin-spired Zagreb Cathedral.

  7. Day 7overnight: Zagreb

    Zagreb

    Stroll through plazas and parks, Upper Town, Lotrščak Tower and Trg Bana Jelacica, Dolac Market. A small group tour learning about the troubled history of Zagreb.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Split

    Zagreb to Split Travel By Direct Train to Split

    Check out Diocletian's Palace (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Cathedral of St Domnius, Klis Fortress, and the Temple of Jupiter.

  9. Day 9overnight: Split

    Split

    A walking tour of Diocletian's Palace with views of courtyards and an impressive cathedral. Numerous beaches nearby.

  10. Day 10overnight: Dubrovnik

    Split to Dubrovnik

    A morning bus to Dubrovnik. Spend the afternoon lounging at the city beach, Banje. In the evening, visit the oldest market in the baroque square of Gunduliceva poljana.

  11. Day 11overnight: Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik

    A walking tour of the city walls and old town, the Sponza Palace, the Gothic Rector's Palace museum, and St Blaise's Church. Use your included pass for the Dubrovnik Cable Car.

  12. Day 12

    Your Journey Ends in Dubrovnik

    Check out of your hotel and continue with your onward travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3A small-group tour of Bled Castle across the drawbridge and through the Gothic arch, followed by a traditional pletna boat ride to Bled Island.
  • Day 8Arrival in Split by direct train to see Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cathedral of St Domnius, and Klis Fortress.
  • Day 10A morning bus from Split to Dubrovnik, with an evening visit to the oldest market in the baroque square of Gunduliceva poljana.
  • Day 11A walking tour of Dubrovnik's city walls and old town, the Sponza Palace, and the Gothic Rector's Palace museum, plus the included Mt Srd Cable Car ride.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Lake Bled
  • 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Ljubljana
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zagreb
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Split
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Dubrovnik
  • Skip the line tour of Bled Castle
  • Scenic cruise on Lake Bled
  • City Tour in Zagreb
  • Classic walking tour in Split
  • Walking tours of Dubrovnik Old Town and City Walls
  • Tickets for the Mt Srd Cable Car Ride from Dubrovnik

Questions travellers ask

Is all the travel by train?
Most of it. Trains connect Munich to Lake Bled, Lake Bled to Ljubljana, Ljubljana to Zagreb, and Zagreb to Split. The Split to Dubrovnik leg on Day 10 is by morning bus.
Is this tour guided or independent?
It is primarily independent city-to-city travel with several included small-group tours: a skip-the-line tour of Bled Castle, a Lake Bled boat cruise, a Zagreb city tour, a Split walking tour, and Dubrovnik walking tours.
What is included in the price?
Rail travel as per the itinerary, hotels with breakfast in Munich, Lake Bled, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik, the Bled Castle and Lake Bled cruise, city tours in Zagreb and Split, Dubrovnik walking tours, and Dubrovnik Cable Car tickets.
What hotels are used?
Hotels are chosen from 31 accommodation options across the six cities; sample properties include Sofitel Munich Bayerpost, Excelsior Muenchen, and Vila Bled at Lake Bled.
When does this tour run?
The operator does not publish current departure dates in the available materials; confirm dates directly with Railbookers before booking.

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