- Transportation in modern luxury passenger mini-van with extra leg room
- Day 1 transfer to Vienna hotel from Vienna airport (other airports available for extra cost)
- Day 13 transfer from Venice hotel to Venice airport (other airports available for extra cost)
- 12 nights accommodation based on double/twin bed occupancy in 3 or 4 star hotels
- Full time professional English speaking guide/driver on the tour
- All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners, 2 wine tastings...
- Local Guide in Vienna and Postojna Caves. Guiding and orientational walk in Ljubljana, Bled, Plitvice Lakes, Pula, Piran, Rovinj and Venice
- Ljubljana walking tour
- Entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National park, Pletna Boat Ride on Lake Bled, Postojna caves&Predjama castle, Venice boat ride In/Out and Ljubljana funiculare
- Organization, VAT and Basic insurance
Vienna to Venice tour 13 days
13 days/ 12 nights
The price is based on the number of people in your group.
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Embark on a captivating journey through Central Europe, spanning four countries—Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy. This tour unveils the historical tapestry of a region caught between the majestic Alps and the enchanting Adriatic Sea. Witness the confluence of Germanic, Slavic, and Latin influences that have shaped this area, where diverse nations coexisted for centuries. Once connected by the visionary Emperor Franz Joseph’s train network, linking Vienna and Venice, these lands hold a rich tapestry of culture and history.
Commencing in Vienna, the tour ventures through Slovenia, touching upon its highlights like Bled, Ljubljana, the Brda wine region, and the mesmerizing Postojna Caves. In Croatia, marvel at the natural wonders of the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes and indulge in the coastal allure of Opatija. Trieste, once the fourth-largest town in the Austrian Empire and a major port, offers a unique perspective often missed in traditional Italian tours.
Finally, the journey culminates in the extraordinary city of Venice, providing an opportunity to extend your holiday or seamlessly connect to well-connected airports and train stations. Uncover the hidden gems of Central Europe with this immersive and diverse tour experience.
PRICE: based on the number of people in your group.
Day 1
VIENNA AIRPORT - VIENNA
Start your tour at Vienna airport where you meet your guide and you will be transfered to Vienna hotel. Your loodging for two nights is Hotel Josefshof Wien am Rathaus 4* or similar situated just minutes walking from old town. Afterwards enjoy a stroll through the old town and a welcome dinner in a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2
VIENNA
We start a day with a guided tour of the Imperial city Vienna capital of Austria which used to be one of the most influential and important towns in Europe for centuries. Our guided tour takes you to Imperial court Hofburg, towards St.Stephens cathedral on famous Graben street and continue towards Opera House. On the way you will admire many famous sites and places of interest. The rest of the day is leisure time for you to enjoy the Austrian capital. You can have an original Viennese Melange accompanied by apple pie, Sacher cake or Guglhupf in a typical and very traditional old Vienna Kaffeehaus or just shop. (B)
Day 3
VIENNA - GORNJA RADGONA - LJUBLJANA
This morning drive to Slovenia to Frangeš Sparkling wines cellar for an unforgettable experiance. The visit of the wine cellar and the estate will include sparkling wine sampling and light lunch. Late afternoon arrival to Slovenian capital Ljubljana for three nights. Your accommodation is Hotel Urban 4* or similar located in Ljubljana city center. (B, L)
Day 4
LJUBLJANA
One of the highlights of the tour is the sparkling capital city of Slovenia, Ljubljana. Ljubljana has the most beautiful historic center, contained within a sprawling pedestrian zone that flanks both sides of the willow-lined Ljubljanica River, with animated cafés and restaurants, magnificent Baroque buildings and bridges. Guide will walk us through the old town, highlighted by the works of Slovenia’s greatest architect, Joze Plecnik, the outdoor markets and historic palaces. Plenty of free time also to enjoy and explore Ljubljana on your own. Tonight enjoy a typical dinner in a local restaurant. (B, D)
Day 5
LJUBLJANA - LAKE BLED - RADOVLJICA - LJUBLJANA
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Lake Bled, nestled amidst towering mountains, featuring an 11th-century cliffside castle, and an island crowned by the exquisite Church of the Assumption. Explore the 1000-year-old town of Bled, delving into the intriguing history of Villa Bled (Tito's Villa) adorned with Socialist realism murals and mosaics. Embark on a picturesque boat ride to Bled Island, where you'll uncover the tradition of grooms carrying their brides up the 99 steps.
Later, savor a Slovenian dinner in a charming restaurant in Radovljica, renowned as Slovenia's best-preserved medieval town. Imbibe the fairy-tale atmosphere and capture unforgettable moments in this idyllic setting. (B, D)
Day 6
LJUBLJANA - BELA KRAJINA - METLIKA
This morning explore off the beaten path part of Slovenia in a region called Bela krajina. Bela Krajina with its vineyards in the heart of the vibrant countryside, the embrace of white birch trees and the call of the intact river Kolpa is a perfect place where you can forget your daily worries and just relax. We’ll tour a ˝zidanica˝ that sits on the border near Croatia and have lunch with a taste of their wines. Tonight’s Hotel Bela Krajina 3* or similar is in a charming town of Metlika. (B, L)
Day 7
METLIKA - PLITVICE LAKES - OPATIJA
Plitvice Lakes National Park is a phenomenon of Karst hydrography comprised of beautiful lakes, magnificent waterfalls, caves, virgin forests of beech and fir and hosting numerous species of orchids, butterflies, birds and bats as well as bears, boar, wolves and owls. Our visit will include a train ride to the upper lakes, an hour and a half walk down to the middle lakes, a boat ride across the biggest lake, lunch, then another walk to the lower lakes and the Great Waterfall which tumbles down 256 feet into the Sastavci Hollow. Late afternoon arrival in Croatian Seaside resort of Opatija for two nights in GH 4 Opatijska cvijeta 4* or similar. Dinner in a local restuarant. (B, D)
Day 8
OPATIJA - ROVINJ - ISTRIA - GROŽNJAN - OPATIJA
Start a wonderful day out by exploring the perfect postcard photo town along the splendid Istrian coast Rovinj – The Pearl of the Adriatic. Our guide will walk you through the town of Rovinj; a city of romance and art. It’s architecture reminds us it was part of Venetian Republic for over 400 years. Then head to inland Istria. Our next stop will be the charming little Art colony town of Grožnjan, a must see destination when in Istria. Groznjan is among the best preserved Istrian medieval towns and is also known as the »town of artists«. Back to Opatija. Free evening. (B)
Day 9
OPATIJA - POSTOJNSKA JAMA - PREDJAMA CASTLE - PIRAN
Embark on a journey to the Karst plateau in Slovenia, home to one of the world's most renowned attractions – the Postojna Caves. A must-see destination, these caves captivate with a network of tunnels, passages, galleries, and stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations. Enjoy a unique underground experience, partly on an electric train and partly on foot, making the adventure both easy and enjoyable.
Just a short distance away awaits the Predjama Castle, perched on a vertical cliff and offering a breathtaking backdrop. With its rich history and numerous legends, the castle provides the perfect setting for memorable photos. After exploring these wonders, indulge in a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.
Our next stop is the enchanting coastal town of Piran, where the waterfront Hotel Piran 4* or similar awaits to provide a comfortable home base for the next two days. Immerse yourself in the seaside charm and picturesque surroundings of Piran. (B, L)
Day 10
PIRAN - TRIESTE - PIRAN
Enjoy a leisurely morning in the charming coastal town of Piran. In the afternoon, set out for the historic city of Trieste, one of Italy's most impressive destinations. Known for its rich history and cultural diversity, Trieste beckons with its elegant seafront and the expansive Piazza Unità d’Italia, Italy's largest square overlooking the sea. Take a stroll through the historic center, and savor a taste of Italy with gelato or a cup of renowned Illy coffee.
As evening falls, indulge in a delightful seafood dinner at a restaurant along the waterfront promenade in Piran, immersing yourself in the coastal ambiance and savoring the flavors of the Adriatic. (B, D)
Day 11
PIRAN - COLIO/BRDA - VENICE
A fairy tale landscape, nested halfway between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, with abundance of beauties, attractions and experiences is slovenian region of Brda. Brda region is known for excelent wines and hospitality of the people. Today enjoy a very special wine tasting experience of Slovenian premium wines and wineparing lunch. Late afternoon arrival in Venice for two nights. Your Hotel Gorizia A la Valigia 3* or similar is situated just a few minutes walk from St.Mark’s square. (B, L)
Day 12
VENICE
Experience the magical city of Venice, its atmosphere of mystery and exotic romance, picturesque canals, famous art and architecture, and intricately interwoven past and present on a guided walking tour. See the famous San Mark´s Square and Grand Canal, learn about the past and the future of Venice, admire great Venetian art and cross the Rialto Bridge. The rest of the day is yours to explore Venice on your own. Delicious Venetian Farawell dinner is in a local restaurant we hand picked for you. (B, D)
- Vienna Old town and Schonbrunn Palace walking tour with expert local guide
- Gornja Radgona Wine tasting
- Guided walking tour of Ljubljana Old Town with Triple Bridge
- Lake Bled Pletna boat ride
- Radovljica Old town visit
- Bela Krajina off the beaten path scenic drive and visit
- Plitvice Lakes hike
- Opatija Promenade stroll
- Rovinj pearl of the Adriatic visit
- Grožnjan Hill-top town visit and Istrian countyside scenic drive
- Postojna Cave visit and train ride
- See the cliff-hanging Predjama Castle
- Watch Piran Sunset
- Trieste Old town visit
- Attend the wine tasting in Brda
- Venice visit
Vienna to venice tour begins: Vienna
Transfers from Vienna airport on Day 1
Other airports on request.
Vienna to Venice tour ends: Venice
Transfers to Venice airport on day 13
Other airports on request.
testimonials
Vienna to Venice tour 13 days - September 2017
FABULOUS 13 DAYS
My group of six ladies took a customized Slovenia 4 Seasons 13 day/12 night tour beginning in Vienna and ending in Venice with Blaz as our guide. In addition to visiting the better known Slovenian and Croatian tourist sights we drove through the beautiful Julian Alps, stopping for wine tastings and fantastic meals at local restaurants along the way. Blaz is incredibly knowledgeable about the entire region and kept us entertained with humorous stories of its rich history and vibrant culture. He took care of everything including arriving promptly each morning to seeing us safely checked into hotels for the night. I highly recommend Slovenia 4 Seasons and Blaz for the trip of a lifetime!
Christine Tuttle, USA
Vienna to Venice tour 13 days - July 2017
Hi Andrej, What a fantastic trip! Overall, Slovenia is one of the prettiest countries we as a family have visited together and working with your company truly made the experience authentic and more of an adventure than a tourist trip.We touched on a lot at the farewell dinner, but below is just overall feedback. Highlights: - Starting in a major city and working out to the farm/ country side of Austria and Slovenia - Sound of music tour was good, but there does need to be a bit more, which is why going to the Eagles Nest was perfect *recommend for other travelers - Farm house in Slovenia - Definitely we could have spent another day just relaxing there or walking to the nearby river - Sailing - Breaks up the trip from walking tours and museums and got us out on the water - Staying in Trieste was the best option out of all the towns visited - Dinner at Stari Podrum - One of the best - Cave experience - Visiting the mountain towns Thank you again! Great experience. Jackie Delie, USA
Jackie Delie, USA
Vienna to Venice tour 13 days - September 2017
I just returned from the most wonderful trip of a lifetime with Blaz and Amanda Podboj. The trip was the Vienna to Venice tour. I can't say enough about the expertise and professionalism of Blaz. I felt like he was so aware and available to each of us and our needs on a daily basis. He was extremely knowledgeable about everything and answered all of our questions at length. He has a great sense of humor too. We laughed all the time!!!
The tour opened my eyes to a beautiful Slovenia that I didn't know much about. It is the most wonderful country and the people so welcoming. We were treated to an unbelievable meal with Blaz's relatives. The experience was like being with family. The music, the wine, the food....extraordinary!!!!
Every day was a new adventure!! We went to several wine tastings and each was unique. All of the food was out of this world!!! The accommodations were great.
My life has been truly enriched by this wonderful experience. If you are looking for a vacation of a lifetime look no further!!!!
Sally Thompson, USA
Italian lakes & Milan private tour – 11 days - October 2022
Best kept secret of Slovenia. There's a part of me that hesitate to write this review because I want to keep Slovenia 4 Seasons as a secret to myself. This is the best tour operator that I have ever engaged in the past decade. Andrej had been very patient in email exchange from July until October, revising, and requoting the itinerary couple of times. As someone with Tourism background, I have to give my guide Stefan a very high marks because he excel in every aspect as a guide and even more with his attention to small details. Several days with Stefan going around Slovenia, Trieste, and Salzburg was one of the best European trip I have ever experienced. Of all the European countries I have visited, Slovenia is definitely the most beautiful, organic, and peaceful. Slovenians are very very nice people as well whether in cities, villages, Apls, or sea side. And I have never experience a single bad food in Slovenia, even supermarket popcorn was good. Once I experienced Slovenia with Stefan, it's difficult for me to enjoy other European countries because the benchmark is really high. My suggestion is to visit Slovenia after you have visited all the European countries then close it with Slovenia and engage Slovenia 4 Seasons as your tour operator.
Fenny S., Dubai
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