How much does it cost?

From £2,999 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $4,051 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is this an escorted or independent tour?

Great Rail Journeys operates this as a fully escorted tour. A UK Tour Manager travels with the group throughout the 13 days, and guided tours are included in Ljubljana, Split, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Perast, and Plitvice Lakes.

How many nights per location?

Three nights in Bled (Lake Bled), two nights in Grabovac (near Plitvice Lakes), three nights in Split, and three nights in Dubrovnik. The first night is near Munich.

What meals are included?

Breakfast is provided daily. One three-course lunch of traditional Croatian food is included at Plitvice Lakes. Seven dinners are included; several other evenings allow independent dining.

When does the tour run?

Departures are scheduled in April, May, June, August, September, and October. The operator lists eight departures between August 2026 and October 2027.

Great Rail Journeys · Escorted tour

Wonders of Slovenia, Croatia & Montenegro

Escorted rail and coach journey through Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro from London

Great Rail Journeys operates a 13-day escorted journey from London St Pancras to Kotor, combining Eurostar, First Class Alpine rail, coach, and cruise travel. The tour unfolds across Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro, moving at a relaxed pace with three-night stays in Bled and Dubrovnik. Day 2 features a First-Class rail climb through the Alps into Slovenia. Day 4 includes a train ride through the vast Postojna Caves on the world's first cave railway, built in 1872. Days 3 through 6 offer leisure time at Lake Bled, a guided tour of Ljubljana's medieval castle and Triple Bridge, and exploration of the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes with its 200-foot Veliki Slap waterfall. Days 7 to 9 centre on Split, with a guided tour of Diocletian's Palace (built 284-305 AD) and a cruise to the Dalmatian island of Hvar. Days 10 to 12 are based in Dubrovnik, including a guided tour of its walled Old Town, a cruise around Montenegro's Bay of Kotor, and a tour of the medieval fortified town of Kotor. A UK Tour Manager accompanies the group throughout, and four-star hotel accommodation with breakfast daily, one included lunch, and seven dinners is provided. This trip suits first-time rail travellers, history lovers, and couples seeking guided comfort with periods of leisure.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has risen £100 since 4 Jul, to £2,999.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 3 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

The group size can reach 30 people, which may limit the intimacy of some guided tours.
A single supplement applies: the from-price for single occupancy is GBP 3,899 compared to GBP 2,899 per person for doubles, a significant premium.
Cancellation and travel insurance are not included and must be purchased separately.

Day by day

Day 1railovernight: Munich
To the heart of Bavaria by First Class rail
Meet the Tour Manager at London St Pancras and board the Eurostar to Brussels in Plus class with a light meal, then continue in First Class to Munich via Cologne, Frankfurt, Ulm and Augsburg. Check in to a four-star hotel; first dinner at the hotel.
Meals: Eurostar Light Meal, Dinner
Day 2railovernight: Bled
Arrival in beautiful Bled
Free morning in Munich (Marienplatz, Church of St Peter), then a First-Class rail journey through the Alps to Villach, Austria, followed by a coach into Slovenia to Bled. Check in to a four-star lakeside hotel with wellness centre and thermal pools for three nights; dinner together.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3overnight: Bled
Exploring Lake Bled at leisure
Free day in Bled, options include a Pletna boat ride to the island church, the 11th-century castle and museum, or a circular lakeside walk. Dine independently this evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4railovernight: Bled
Visiting Lipica Stud Farm and Postojna Caves
Excursion to the Lipica Stud Farm, home of the Lipizzaner horses, then to the Postojna Caves for a train ride and guided tour of the cave system. Return to Bled for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5overnight: Grabovac
Discovering Ljubljana and onward into Croatia
Guided tour of Ljubljana, including the Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge and Ljubljana Castle. Continue by coach to Rastoke, then cross into Croatia to Grabovac near Plitvice Lakes National Park for a two-night stay; dinner together.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6overnight: Grabovac
Nature's glories in Plitvice Lakes National Park
Guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes, including the Veliki Slap waterfall, followed by a three-course lunch of traditional Croatian food. Afternoon free at the hotel; dinner in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7overnight: Split
Arriving in beautiful Split
Coach to Split for a three-night stay at a four-star hotel with rooftop pool. Afternoon at leisure near the harbour and Žnjan beach or the Riva Promenade; dine independently.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8overnight: Split
Guided tour of Split and Diocletian's Palace
Guided tour of Split's Old Town and Diocletian's Palace, including the Basement Halls. Afternoon at leisure; dine independently.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9overnight: Split
Cruising to the Dalmatian island of Hvar
Coach and cruise past Šolta and Brač to Hvar for an hour-long guided tour of the Old Town, with free time to explore. Sail back to Split for dinner with the group.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10overnight: Dubrovnik
Historic Makarska and arrival in Dubrovnik
Coach down the Dalmatian coast to Makarska with free time, then on to Dubrovnik. Check in for three nights at a four-star hotel overlooking the harbour; free evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11overnight: Dubrovnik
Montenegro and the Bay of Kotor
Coach into Montenegro to Perast for a guided tour, then a cruise around the Bay of Kotor passing Our Lady of the Rocks. Guided tour of Kotor's medieval Old Town, including the Cathedral of St Tryphon. Return to Dubrovnik for the evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12overnight: Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik: The 'Pearl of the Adriatic'
Guided tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town from the Pile Gate, with entry to the Franciscan church and monastery and the Baroque cathedral. Free afternoon; final dinner together at a local restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13
Homeward bound
Transfer to Dubrovnik airport for the flight back to the UK.
Meals: Breakfast

The moments this trip is built around

Day 2First-Class train journey through the Alps from Munich, passing ravines and lush meadows before arriving in Slovenia and checking into a hotel on Lake Bled.
Day 4Train ride through two miles of the underground Postojna Caves followed by a guided tour of stalactites and stalagmites, using the world's first cave railway installed in 1872.
Day 6Guided tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO-listed site with 16 turquoise lakes, waterfalls including the 200-foot Veliki Slap, and 116 square miles of forest.
Day 9Cruise through the Dalmatian archipelago to Hvar, touring its Venetian-style harbour, vineyards, olive groves, and lavender fields.
Day 11Guided tour of Perast and cruise around the Bay of Kotor, followed by a tour of Kotor's medieval fortified town and the Cathedral of St Tryphon.

Included

Expertise of a UK Tour Manager from start to finish
12 nights' 4-Star hotel accommodation
Eurostar Plus First & Standard Class rail travel
All rail, cruise and coach travel throughout your tour
Flight from Dubrovnik to London Gatwick
Eurostar Light Meals
Breakfast each day, 1 lunch, 7 dinners
All guided tours and excursions

Not included

Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From £2,999 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $4,051 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is this an escorted or independent tour?: Great Rail Journeys operates this as a fully escorted tour. A UK Tour Manager travels with the group throughout the 13 days, and guided tours are included in Ljubljana, Split, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Perast, and Plitvice Lakes.
How many nights per location?: Three nights in Bled (Lake Bled), two nights in Grabovac (near Plitvice Lakes), three nights in Split, and three nights in Dubrovnik. The first night is near Munich.
What meals are included?: Breakfast is provided daily. One three-course lunch of traditional Croatian food is included at Plitvice Lakes. Seven dinners are included; several other evenings allow independent dining.
When does the tour run?: Departures are scheduled in April, May, June, August, September, and October. The operator lists eight departures between August 2026 and October 2027.