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Slovenia, Croatia & Montenegro: The Adriatic Coast

13-day escorted rail and coach journey from Munich through Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro

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Vacations By Rail's 13-day escorted tour explores three formerly Yugoslavian countries: Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro. Beginning in Munich, the journey combines First-Class Alpine rail travel, coach routes along the Adriatic coast, and a cruise through the Dalmatian archipelago. A Tour Manager leads the group throughout, ensuring all logistics and guided activities are arranged. The itinerary emphasizes natural wonders and historic towns: three nights beside Lake Bled, where guests visit the underground Postojna Caves by specialized railway and the Lipica Stud Farm; a two-night stay near Plitvice Lakes National Park, featuring the Veliki Slap waterfall; three nights in Split, home to the 4th-century Diocletian's Palace and a day cruise to the island of Hvar; and three nights in Dubrovnik, with an excursion by coach and cruise into Montenegro's Bay of Kotor. All accommodation is four-star, and most meals are included. This tour suits couples and repeat rail travelers who value guided comfort and want to move through the region without managing their own bookings or driving.

What to know before you look closer

  • This tour combines rail, coach, and cruise travel; rail makes up roughly one-third of the active travel days (Day 2 Munich-to-Bled train, plus the Postojna Cave Railway). Most inter-city movement is by coach.
  • Mobility Rating 3 indicates moderate to substantial physical demands; confirm walking tolerance for old-town tours and cave exploration with Vacations By Rail before booking.
  • Single-supplement pricing is not stated in the evidence; verify availability and cost for solo travellers directly.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Munich

    An overnight in the heart of Bavaria

    Arrive in Munich and make your way to a centrally located four-star hotel near the main train station. Meet the Tour Manager and travel group for a first dinner together.

    Meals: Dinner

  2. Day 2railovernight: Bled

    Arrival in beautiful Bled

    Free time in Munich, then a First-Class rail service through the Alps to Villach, Austria, continuing by coach into Slovenia to Bled, checking in to a four-star hotel overlooking Lake Bled for three nights.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  3. Day 3overnight: Bled

    Exploring Lake Bled at leisure

    A free day in Bled, with optional Pletna boat rides to the Church of the Assumption of Maria, a visit to Bled Castle, or a circular walk around the lake.

    Meals: Breakfast

  4. Day 4railovernight: Bled

    Visiting Lipica Stud Farm and Postojna Caves

    An excursion to the Lipica Stud Farm, home of the Lipizzaner horses, then a ride on the Postojna Cave Railway through more than two miles of underground caverns, with a guided tour of the cave system.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  5. Day 5overnight: Grabovac

    Discovering Ljubljana and onward into Croatia

    A guided tour of Ljubljana taking in the Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge and Ljubljana Castle, then on to the fairytale village of Rastoke in Croatia, before checking in near Plitvice Lakes National Park in Grabovac.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  6. Day 6overnight: Grabovac

    Nature's glories in Plitvice Lakes National Park

    A guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes, including the Veliki Slap waterfall, followed by a three-course lunch of traditional Croatian food at a local restaurant.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  7. Day 7overnight: Split

    Arriving in beautiful Split

    Travel by coach to Split for a three-night stay at a four-star hotel with sea views, with the rest of the day free to explore the harbor and Riva Promenade.

    Meals: Breakfast

  8. Day 8overnight: Split

    Guided tour of Split and Diocletian's Palace

    A guided tour of Split's Old Town and Diocletian's Palace, the 4th-century Roman complex, including the Basement Halls used as a filming location for Game of Thrones.

    Meals: Breakfast

  9. Day 9overnight: Split

    Cruising to the Dalmatian island of Hvar

    A cruise through the Dalmatian archipelago to Hvar for an hour-long guided tour of the Venetian-style Old Town, with free time before sailing back to Split for dinner.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  10. Day 10overnight: Dubrovnik

    Historic Makarska and arrival in Dubrovnik

    Travel down the Dalmatian coast via Makarska, with free time, before arriving in Dubrovnik for a three-night stay at a four-star hotel overlooking the harbor.

    Meals: Breakfast

  11. Day 11overnight: Dubrovnik

    Montenegro and the Bay of Kotor

    A coach journey into Montenegro to Perast for a guided town tour, then a cruise around the Bay of Kotor, mooring in Kotor for a guided tour of the medieval fortified town.

    Meals: Breakfast

  12. Day 12overnight: Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik: The "Pearl of the Adriatic"

    A guided tour from Dubrovnik's Pile Gate through the Old Town, with entry to the Franciscan church/monastery and the Baroque cathedral. A final group dinner at a local restaurant.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  13. Day 13

    Traveling home

    After checking out of the hotel this morning, you can begin your journey home.

    Meals: Breakfast

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2First-Class rail journey through the Alps from Munich to Villach, then by coach into Slovenia to Lake Bled.
  • Day 4Ride on the Postojna Cave Railway through more than two miles of underground caverns with a guided cave system tour.
  • Day 6Guided tour of UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park, including the Veliki Slap waterfall and a three-course traditional Croatian lunch.
  • Day 9Cruise through the Dalmatian archipelago to the island of Hvar, with a guided tour of its Venetian-style Old Town.
  • Day 11Cruise around the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro with a guided tour of the medieval fortified town of Kotor.

Included

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

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance
  • Flights and Airport transfers

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Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The from-price of USD 4,399 includes First and Standard Class rail travel, all coach and cruise transport throughout the tour, 12 nights' four-star hotel accommodation, breakfast daily, one lunch, seven dinners, a Tour Manager from start to finish, and all guided tours and excursions. Flights and airport transfers are separate.
Which trains are part of the itinerary?
On Day 2, guests travel in First-Class rail service from Munich through the Alps to Villach, Austria, then continue by coach to Bled. On Day 4, the Postojna Cave Railway carries guests through the underground cave system near Bled.
Is this tour escorted or independent?
Vacations By Rail provides a Tour Manager who travels with the group from the start to the finish, organizing and leading all guided activities.
What are the hotels on this tour?
Hotel Rikli Balance (four-star, Bled, three nights), 16 Lakes Hotel (four-star, Grabovac, two nights), Hotel Marvie (four-star, Split, three nights), and Hotel Lapad (four-star, Dubrovnik, three nights). An initial night is at a four-star hotel in Munich near the main train station.
How much walking is involved?
The tour is rated Mobility Rating 3, which indicates moderate to substantial physical demands. Activities include walking tours of Ljubljana, Split, Dubrovnik, and Kotor, plus exploration of the Plitvice Lakes and the Postojna Cave system.
When does this tour run?
Vacations By Rail does not publish a departure calendar in the available information; contact the operator for current dates and availability.

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