Croatia for Multi-Generational from $2765

Zagreb - Plitvice National Park - Split - Ston and Mali Ston - Dubrovnik

9 days - 7 nights

Check Availability or call 800-638-7640

What's Included?

The 9-day land package includes:

Transportation and Lodging

  • 7 nights in superior tourist class hotels with private bath/shower, twin-share rooms
  • All ground transportation by air-conditioned motor coach as per itinerary
  • Airport transfers included with purchased AESU group airfare

Meals

  • 7 breakfasts
  • 4 specialty dinners
  • 1 lunch (picnic box)

Activities & Admissions

  • Guided tours in Split, Dubrovnik and Trsteno with local experts
  • Cocktails and refreshments at Trsteno Aboretum
  • Admissions:
    • Plitvice Lakes National Park
    • Split Diocletian's Palace and Dungeons
    • Trsteno Aboretum
    • Dubrovnik city walls and Fortress Lovrijenac

Plus:

  • Private tour director for the entire duration of the land tour
  • All service charges and local taxes

Offering an abundance of activities, sights, culture and cuisine, Croatia is a treasure trove for multi-generational travelers. The exquisite coastline, speckled with islands surrounded by crystal clear waters and dazzling sandy beaches invites you to spend a perfectly lazy holiday and suggests activities such as snorkeling, kayaking or sailing. Historically speaking, this country has been passed between competing kingdoms and empires for millennia, leaving a rich cultural legacy, Roman designs, Venetian palaces, Viennese estates, and Slavic churches. Traveling through Croatia's countryside, encounter caverns, river canyons, waterfalls, and other-worldly stunning lakes. If you are here for the food - you won't be disappointed either. Cuisine is heavily influenced by Italian and Mediterranean fare making it the basis for the Dalmatian and Istrian food. Croatian wines and olive oils are making their mark on the world stage, winning top awards. Are you ready to go on this adventure?

Tour Highlights

  • Welcome Orientation
  • Zagreb city sights
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Nature hike
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site Diocletian Palace in Split
  • Adriatic beaches
  • Salt producing towns of Ston and Mali Ston
  • World's second largest defense wall
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site Dubrovnik
  • Culinary experiences
  • Guided tours with local experts

Unleash your inner adventurer and journey through Croatia with us!

Free Airport Transfers & Discount Airfare

When you book your airfare through AESU, you get these great benefits:

  • Free airport transfers overseas on tour start and return dates
  • Hassle free—we take care of all the details
  • Free quotes & competitive rates
  • Fly with fellow travelers
  • Flexible payment schedule
  • AESU can help with special flight requests too
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Optional Activities & Excursions Offered on Your Trip.

Have it your way and personalize your trip by adding fun, optional activities. These activities are not included in your land package price to allow free time for those who want to explore on their own. Rates have been specially negotiated with the suppliers and will include transportation to and from the event, where applicable. All options are based on a minimum number of travelers participating. Rates listed are approximate rates in US$ and are subject to change. Contact your tour director upon arrival overseas to book and pay for your options. Payment to tour director in cash in local currency.

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Optional half-day walking tour of Zagreb
$25

A walking tour of Zagreb is an ideal way to discover the city's most important sights and attractions. The tour takes you through the historic streets of Zagreb, from the bustling Ban Jelacic Square to the peaceful Mirogoj Cemetery. Highlights of the tour include visiting St. Mark's Church, with its iconic colorful tiled roof, and exploring the Dolac Market, one of the oldest markets in the city. You will also have the opportunity to see the Lotršcak Tower, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Discover Zagreb's rich cultural heritage o our 2-hour walking tour today.

Depart from hotel: 3 PM
Return to hotel: 5 PM
Min. number of participants needed to operate this tour: 10
Times and prices are subject to change.

Optional full day Catamaran cruise
$245

Embark on a full-day catamaran ride from Split to the picturesque islands of Pakleni and Hvar. Soak up the sun and take in the stunning views as you sail along the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. Upon arrival at the Pakleni Islands, you will have ample free time to relax on the beach or explore the island's stunning landscapes. Later, continue to the island of Hvar, one of the most popular destinations on the Dalmatian coast. Take a stroll around the charming town of Hvar, enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the local restaurants. Dive into the inviting waters for a swim and snorkel. This catamaran ride is the perfect way to experience the beauty and tranquility of the Croatian coastline.

Depart from hotel: 8 AM
Return to hotel: 7 PM
Min. number of participants needed to operate this tour: 15
Times and prices are subject to change.

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What to do during your free time? For more details or current local events talk to your tour director or your local city guide. They are always the best source for free-time activities and offer great tips on restaurants or local hang-outs.

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Meals

Traveling on this trip will introduce you to some native cuisine, including local specialties.

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Hotels

We stay in superior tourist class hotels, all with private bath/shower in 2-share rooms. Our hotels have been specially selected for their European atmosphere, friendly hospitality, and cleanliness. Our hotels are centrally located or within a short walk of public transportation to take you to the landmark of your choice in the city you are visiting. (Why stay in remote cabins, hostels, or share your room with up to 6 people, when you can stay in a centrally located hotel?)

You'll be given a complete hotel address list with your final documents. Properties are subject to change and any substitutions would be the equivalent of those listed. All land package rates are based on two people sharing a room. If traveling solo and not wanting to pay the single supplement, AESU will attempt to arrange a share with a same-gender travelers. If a share cannot be arranged a single supplement will apply.

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SHERATON ZAGREB HOTEL, Zagreb

Located in the heart of Zagreb, this 5-star hotel is walking distance from the Main Square with shops, outdoor cafes and activities. All rooms offer air conditioning, cable and satallite TV and wifi. There is also a restaurant and bar on site with traditional Croatian cuisine.

HOTEL PRESIDENT SPLIT, Split

Wake up to views of the ocean from this beach-front hotel. All rooms offer air conditioning, WiFi and cable TV. On-site ammenities include a rooftop outdoor pool, fitness center, massage service and lobby bar. There is also an on-site travel agency for rentals including bicycles and scooters.

REMISENS HOTEL ALBATROS, Cavtat

The Remisens Hotel Albatros is located across the beach from the center of Cavtat town. It offers tennis courts, a large swimming pool with a terrace and a restaurant. Free WiFi is provided in all areas.The spacious air-conditioned rooms come with satellite TV, a safe and a mini-bar. Private bathrooms include a bathtub or a shower and a hairdryer. It is 11 miles from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dubrovnik which can be easily reached by bus or boat.

Captivating Croatia: Dalmatian Treasures$2765.00
Click on a date below to get a quote or book online
Start In ZagrebEnd In CavtatLand Only
2024
Jun 30   Tour is closed for saleJul 7$2765

Or call 800-638-7640 to speak with a travel expert

If you purchase your own airfare, book your overnight flight from the USA one day earlier than the tour start date listed above.

* Price per person based on a twin share room. If you're traveling alone, and do not want to pay the single supplement, AESU will attempt to arrange a share with a same-gender traveler. If no travelers are available to share, a single supplement of $545 will apply.

Child discount and booking procedure for more than 2 travelers:
This tour is suitable for children 12 years of age and older. The child land package rate for a child between the ages of 12 and 17 (age at time of travel) is $2,615 if s/he shares a room with 1 or 2 adult(s.) Please indicate the child's age when booking and our reservations agent will adjust the land package price. A maximum of 3 guests per room is permitted. Max. one discount per room. If you are making a reservation for 1 or 2 travelers, please book online by clicking on the tour date above. If you are booking for 3 or more people, please make 2 separate reservations or call us at 800-638-7640 or email res@aesu.com.

AIRFARE

Gateway Cities

Fly into Zagreb and return from Dubrovnik, Croatia

Airfare is not included in land price. If you choose to book air with AESU, after receipt of your land booking, AESU will email you a quote with your tour confirmation invoice. You will have 72 hours to accept or decline airfare. (Or call AESU at 800-638-7640 for a quote prior to booking).

Book Airfare with AESU - FREE Airport Transfers

Purchase your airfare from AESU and receive free arrival/departure transfers between the airport to your hotels. We also try to book you on the same flights as others traveling on your tour. Land only participants BOOKING OWN FLIGHT OVERSEAS, DO NOT receive airport arrival/departure transfers. If you book land only with us, book your flights from the USA one day earlier than the tour start date. If you are not booking flights through AESU, we recommend not booking airfare until your tour is guaranteed (This will be noted on website with “guaranteed” next to tour start date).

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How to Book

Click on a date above to get a quote or make a reservation. You can make your $500 deposit ONLINE to confirm your space on the land tour. Full payment isn't due until 120 days before departure, and you or friends and family can make partial payments after you've booked (See NOTE below if within 120 days). Or you can scan/email or fax a booking form.

If you just want a quote and don’t want to secure a spot on the land program, select date above and click “Get a Quote” button on next page.

NOTE: Reservations to be paid in full 120 days prior to departure. Reservations received after this date are subject to availability and any airfare quote can only be held for 72 hours. Payment in full, for late reservations, will be due upon receipt of invoice from AESU. A late booking fee of $150 per person will apply.

All prices reflect a cash discount (For full payment by credit card, there is a 4% processing fee.)

To download a copy of the Terms and Conditions Click here.

PAYMENT PLAN: pay a little at a time and make your trip more affordable.

After paying a deposit of $500 online to reserve your spot, you can pay your balance in as many installments as you like, with a minimum of $100 for each transaction with no fee. Please indicate booking number on your check payment. If you prefer to pay installments by credit card, please call us at 800-638-7640 for details. (All prices reflect a cash discount. There is a 4% processing fee for any payments made by credit card after initial deposit.) The total tour cost (land, and air if applicable) must be paid in full at least 120 days before departure.

INSURANCE: Travel insurance is required. Your alumni association offers the following insurance: my.travelinsure.com/purdue/


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Purdue for Life Foundation

Sarah Rice
Assistant Director, Alumni Travel
email: sarice@purdueforlife.org
Tel. 765-496-6193


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