Adriatic Adventure: Slovenia & Croatia

Hunt for truffles in Istria’s forests, stay at an award-winning winery & dine in a Slovenian castle

What's Included

Accommodation in twin rooms
Max 14 travellers per group
Exclusively for people in their 30s & 40s
Arrival transfer included
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Stay in hand-picked 4-star hotels
Experienced Pack Leader with you throughout the trip

Flashpackers are required to produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination 30 days before departure OR proof of a negative test within 72 hours of their adventure starting. Flashpackers must also provide evidence that they have purchased travel insurance for the duration of their adventure. Remember, flights aren't included and prices are based on sharing a twin room. If you'd like to upgrade to a single room, you can add this during the booking process or by contacting our Customer Experience team.

About your trip

Gourmet dining in a Slovenian castle, sunshine and wine in Croatia’s take on Tuscany… If it’s a European adventure with a touch of finery you’re after, you’ve just struck gold.

First stop: Slovenia. Small but perfectly formed, this diminutive country packs in vast peaks, glacial lakes and wild bear-filled forests. Against this scenic backdrop, you’ll dine on gourmet food in Ljubljana’s castle restaurant. You’ll hike the dramatic Vintgar Gorge, canoe through the Bohinj Valley and witness the beauty of fairytale Lake Bled.

Then it’s over to Croatia and the northern region of Istria, likened to Tuscany for its countryside flecked with medieval hilltop towns, wineries and restaurants. Here, you’ll stay in a boutique vineyard hotel, hunting for truffles by day and clinking glasses by night. You’ll visit Pula’s spectacular Roman amphitheatre, relax on Rovinj’s sunset-streaked coast and explore the culture-packed capital, Zagreb. Welcome to the good life.

Our Favourite Hotels

Here's a taste of the hotels we sometimes use on this adventure. The hotels you'll stay in for your departure will be shared with you one month before you go.

Hotel Bohinj

Nestled at the base of the soaring Julian Alps, this hotel has an idyllic setting within Triglav National Park. It’s just a stone’s throw to beautiful Lake Bohinj – ideal for a morning dip – while the shops, restaurants and cafes of Ribčev Laz village are right on your doorstep.

Roxanich Winery, Motovun

Enjoy fabulous views of the Mirna Valley from this striking design hotel, connected via a tunnel to an award-winning vineyard. Each room is different but equally chic, blending Italian Sixties decor with elements reflecting Istria’s rich heritage. And the wine, of course, is excellent.

Angelo d'Oro, Rovinj

This former 17th-century Bishop’s Palace is one of the few heritage hotels in Rovinj’s atmospheric old town. Expect centuries-old stone floors and vintage ceiling murals, antique-filled bedrooms overlooking the sea, and a gorgeous plant-filled garden courtyard.

Important Notes

Which airport do I need to fly in and out of? Plus airport code

Fly into Ljubljana International Airport (LJU) in Slovenia and out of Zagreb Airport (ZAG).

What time should my flight arrive (in time for the welcome meeting)?

We recommend booking a flight that lands in Ljubljana before 2:30 pm on Day 1 of your adventure. The welcome meeting and dinner will be from 5 pm onwards starting at the hotel. The hotel is about 30 minutes from the airport.

Are airport transfers included?

If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure, or you book pre-tour accommodation with us, your airport arrival transfer will be included. If you book alternative pre-tour accommodation or are arriving by another mode of transport you must arrange your own arrival transfer.

Arrival transfers are private to Flash Pack and will be in groups depending on flight times. Sometimes this means waiting in the airport for a short while until other flights have arrived.

We don’t offer a departure transfer as Flashpackers leave at different times of the day and many stay for extra nights. We will offer you support with finding a local taxi.

Are tips included?

Tips are not included in this adventure. During the welcome meeting, the leader of your group will request that each member contributes 30 EUR to a ‘tipping kitty’. This pooled fund is intended for gratuities to be distributed among ‘on the ground’ staff, such as waiters, porters, and other personnel providing services during the trip. It is important to note that this is separate from the tips for your Pack Leader and driver, which you may choose to give at the end of the tour at your discretion.

Do I need a visa?

You do not normally need a visa if you’re visiting as a tourist from the EU, UK, USA, Australia or Canada. Please check with your local consulate/embassy if the country you are travelling from requires a visa.

From 2024, ETIAS travel authorisation will be an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to European countries https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias/what-etias_en.

We recommend that you have at least six months validity remaining on your passport and can show a return ticket.

What are the Covid-19 requirements for visiting Croatia and Slovenia?

Due to the changeable nature of Covid-19 entry requirements, we strongly advise Flashpackers to consult the travel advice issued by your local consular services well in advance of your departure date. Some countries do still require travellers to comply with pre-arrival testing and/or vaccination requirements. Links to the key consular services can be found on our Safety page.

Will the itinerary change?

Please be aware that the itinerary, activities and hotels are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control – but we’ll always do our best to ensure it has little impact on your experience. From time to time, we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh and exciting.

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