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Discover unique destinations Small Group Journeys Tailor-Made Tours Coastal Cruises City Stay Packages Escorted Tours A WARM WELCOME Planning your holiday is an exciting time, full of anticipation and expectation. Welcome to Beyond Travel, and a selection of holidays that will fulfil your dreams.
Starting from humble beginnings more than two decades ago, Beyond Travel has grown into a highly regarded, international tour operator renowned for our experience and expertise in Croatia, The Balkans, Russia, Eastern Europe, Sri Lanka, India, Scandinavia and Central Asia. You’ll find our holidays to be richly rewarding – a treasure trove of wonderful experiences and unforgettable memories. They are carefully curated to provide a deeper, more meaningful experience of the countries and cultures that you will encounter. Although we cater for different tastes and budgets, all of our holidays share one thing in common – a commitment to make your holiday a truly relaxing and rewarding adventure that will stay with you for years to come. We’re an Australian company whose philosophy is to tread lightly wherever we travel, and to have a positive and sustainable impact on the countries we are privileged to visit. This makes us welcome guests and greatly enriches the cultural connections we make along the way. Every member of our team is passionate about providing expert advice on the unique destinations we travel to – on holidays that are beyond the ordinary.
We do hope you will join us soon. Special Charters and Groups If you’re a member of a club or some other large group or organisation, you may be interested in a special price for a group booking or even chartering an entire vessel. In this case get in touch with one of our Croatia and Beyond specialists and we’ll be happy to discuss the various options available or email us at; [email protected] Inclusive and immersive journeys that offer a combination of land and sea experiences.
CROATIA & SLOVENIA BY LAND & SEA 16 days Venice to Dubrovnik 10 CROATIA SLOVENIAN ENCOUNTER 13 days Dubrovnik to Venice 12 MAGICAL CROATIA 14 days Zagreb to Dubrovnik 14
Escorted Tours 10-19 ZAGREB TO VENICE 14 days Zagreb to Venice 16 DALMATIAN SUNSHINE 9 days Dubrovnik to Zagreb 17 CROATIAN RHAPSODY 9 days Zagreb to Dubrovnik 18 CROATIAN & SLOVENIAN DELIGHT 9 days Zagreb to Split 19 GRAND BALKAN 13 days Zagreb to Dubrovnik 20 A BALKAN JOURNEY 11 days Zagreb to Zagreb 21 EXPERIENCE SLOVENIA 7 days Ljubljana to Ljubljana 22 GRAND TOUR OF GREECE 7 days Athens to Athens 23 CLASSICAL GREECE & METEORA 4 days Athens to Athens 23 MARVELLOUS TURKEY 14 days Istanbul to Istanbul 24 CHARMING TURKEY 11 days Istanbul to Istanbul 25
Small Ship Cruise 26-31 CRUISE CROATIA 26 BEST OF DALMATIA 8 days Dubrovnik to Split or reverse 27 BALKAN HIGHLIGHTS 11 days Dubrovnik to Rijeka 28 ONE WAY DISCOVERY DELUXE 8 days Split to Dubrovnik or reverse 29 CRUISE GREECE 30-31 JEWELS OF THE CYCLADES 8 days Athens to Athens 30 CLASSICAL GREECE 8 days Athens to Athens 31 Tailor-Made Tours For the independent traveller 32-39 ISLAND HOPPING SOUTHERN DALMATIA 9 days Split to Dubrovnik 32 CROATIAN CHARM 14 days Venice to Dubrovnik 33 HIGHLIGHTS OF CROATIA 8 days Zagreb to Dubrovnik 34 SLOVENIA, ISTRIA & THE DALMATIAN COAST 11 days Zagreb to Dubrovnik 35 AUTHENTIC CYCLADES 10 days Athens to Athens 36 ISLAND HOPPING IN THE CYCLADES 10 days Athens to Athens 37 A TASTE OF GREECE 12 days Athens to Santorini 38 ESSENTIAL TURKEY 10 days Istanbul to Istanbul 39 City Stay Packages Accommodation, sightseeing and transfers 40-49 BLED, SLOVENIA 40 LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA 41 ZAGREB, CROATIA 42 SPLIT, CROATIA 43 DUBROVNIK, CROATIA 44 ROVINJ, CROATIA 46 PLITVICE, CROATIA 46 HVAR TOWN, CROATIA 46 KORCULA TOWN, CROATIA 46 ISTANBUL, TURKEY 47 ATHENS, GREECE 48 MYKONOS, GREECE 49 SANTORINI, GREECE 49
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6 We are an award-winning Australian company and we have been sharing our passion for Croatia with Australian and New Zealand guests for more than 25 years. During this time we have become the leading specialist to Croatia and beyond.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE WE LOOK AFTER YOU With almost three decades of experience in this region we have extensive Beyond Travel and Cruise Croatia are here to look after you from the local knowledge that our team will be delighted to share with you. And, moment you call our office to seek information or make a booking. through our long-standing relationships in Croatia you are assured of Our local experts, on selected itineraries will pick you up from the airport value, choice and reliability. You will be in good hands, travelling with local and arrange your transfers as detailed on each itinerary. experts who speak English so you can be confident of your choice in choosing to travel with Beyond. YOUR HOLIDAY IS SECURE You can travel with peace of mind knowing that your holiday is secure. INFORMED ADVICE Beyond Travel is a member of the Council of Australian Tour Operators You know you’re getting well informed advice when it comes from (CATO) and also accredited with the AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme locally based teams. Passionate about their country, they value our (ATAS). (AFTA is the Australian Federation of Travel Agents). guests very highly so you can expect the very best of service and attention. Our long standing local partners are chosen for their reliability, REAL VALUE professionalism and expertise. We take pride in delivering outstanding value. This isn’t just about price; value is about what you actually get for your money. Even so, we have lots A WIDER CHOICE of great deals on offer. Check out our “HOT” deals online, subscribe to our At Beyond Travel you will be spoilt for choice with our range of holiday newsletter for special offers and you can even ask us to price match if you options; escorted tours, tailor-made tours, small ship cruises, cruise-tours, find the same product cheaper elsewhere. island hoppers, self drive holidays and city spotlight tours. From luxury holidays to value options for those on a budget, we will help you find the GIVING SOMETHING BACK right holiday. As part of our philosophy “to give something back by enriching the In addition if you are a member of a group, organisation or club we can lives of our people, our passengers and the wider community through arrange group bookings on our tours and ship charters in Croatia. Just call travel”, Beyond Travel has committed to supporting the local Sri Lankan our friendly, experienced team. community which has been significantly affected by the downturn in tourism as a result of the 2019 Easter attacks. We will be supporting GUARANTEED DEPARTURES twenty local families, including farmers, drivers and local tourism staff with direct relief aid. You too, can give back by visiting this beautiful destination. We have a selection of holidays throughout this brochure that offer guaranteed departures. These allow you to plan with peace of mind Beyond Travel also has a partnership with a Croatian travel and tourism in the knowledge that you can safely confirm other arrangements operator, Katarina Line, and contributes 2 Euro to the Down Syndrome around your holiday without risk of being disappointed. Association of Rijeka and Dubrovnik for every booking made through Beyond Travel on Katarina Line. Additionally, Beyond Travel and its staff are involved in a host of volunteer work with a variety of organisations at home.
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These exclusive journeys are a combination of land and sea, taking in the very best that Croatia and its neighbouring countries have to offer.
They combine the spectacular coast and islands with some of Croatia’s most iconic cities, charming regional centres, rural landscapes and amazing national parks. You will experience the cultural and scenic highlights as you discover the fascinating history of these incredible countries. What’s more you’ll be looked after by an experienced team.
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16 Days / Cruise-tour / Venice to Dubrovnik / Cruise aboard MS New Star
Experience the best of Croatia and Slovenia! Travel from Venice through the Julian Alps to the historic Istrian Peninsula and UNESCO- listed Plitvice Lakes to join our privately chartered deluxe Dalmatian Island cruise. Immerse yourself in Slovenia’s alpine region with two nights in picturesque Lake Bled, explore the charming capital cities of Ljubljana and Zagreb and indulge in the regional flavours of Istria and the Dalmatian Coast.
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond
Visit Dubrovnik’s spectacular Old Town Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager See the magnificent Blue Cave on Bisevo Island 8 day land tour by modern air-conditioned coach Stay 2 nights on Hvar Island, including a traditional peka lunch Accommodation in central, first class and boutique hotels with wine tasting 8 day deluxe cruise in a sea-view cabin on the privately Enjoy a Captain’s dinner with Klapa – traditional live music chartered MS New Star Sample regional specialties and wine appreciation at the 15 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 5 dinners family owned Bibich vineyard in Skradin Complimentary beverage with lunch (aboard cruise only) Witness spectacular UNESCO listed Plitvice Lakes Guided tours: Bled, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Bale, Rovinj, Pula, Walk Zagreb’s historic Upper Town and St Mark’s Church Plitvice, Split, Hvar, Korcula and Dubrovnik View Lake Bled and Slovenia’s breathtaking Julian Alps Arrival and departure transfers Hotel porterage, all gratuities, port fees, tourist taxes and National park fees
LJUBLJANA
DAY 1 Venice This evening, enjoy a traditional dinner in DAY 6 Bale / Istrian Peninsula DAY 9 Split – Brac – Hvar We commence our tour with an arrival a local restaurant. BD Explore Istria's stunning coast and With our guide we will explore Split’s transfer your hotel. This evening, we will Hotel Astoria (4 star) or similar. picturesque fishing villages of Rovinj historic centre built around the meet our guide and fellow tour members and then continue to Pula with its 4th century Diocletian Palace. Next meet at a welcome dinner. D DAY 4 Bled – Ljubljana – Zagreb ancient amphitheatre towering over our captain and crew as we embark on Hotel BW Premier Continental Uncover Slovenia’s lively capital the town's centre. BL a private charter aboard the deluxe MS (4 star) or similar Ljubljana on a guided walk through Hotel La Grisa (4 star) or similar New Star through the stunning Dalmatian its baroque Old Town. Then cross the Islands. We set sail for beautiful Bol on the DAY 2 Venice – Postojna – Bled border and travel to the Croatian capital, DAY 7 Bale – Plitvice Island of Brac, for a swim at the famous Travel to Slovenia and discover its Zagreb. We will join our guide for a Take a scenic drive to one of Croatia’s Golden Horn Beach. This evening arrive highlights including Postojna, one of walking tour featuring the historic Upper highlights, Plitvice Lakes. On arrival we in Hvar’s ancient port, Stari Grad. BL Europe’s largest cave systems. Town and Zagreb Cathedral. BD will take a walking tour through the park Onboard MS New Star Continue to picturesque Bled for a Hotel Sheraton (5 star) or similar where 16 terraced lakes are connected pletna boat ride on the lake to explore by cascading waterfalls offering DAY 10 Hvar the historic church on the island and DAY 5 Zagreb – Bale spectacular scenery. Enjoy dinner in Our Hvar experience continues with Bled’s imposing Castle. BL Journey to enchanting Istria, which the charming family run hotel. BD an in-depth introduction to life on one Hotel Astoria (4 star) or similar. retains its Venetian heritage and Ethno Houses Plitvica (4 star) of the world’s most stunning islands. explore its lesser known inland region We explore small fishing villages, see DAY 3 Bled / Julian Alps of medieval hilltop villages. For a true DAY 8 Plitvice – Skradin – Split vineyard-covered hills, olive groves Discover Slovenia’s breathtaking alpine taste of the region, visit a small, family This morning presents another and undulating fields of rosemary and region and stunning Lake Bohinj for owned olive oil factory. Sample locally opportunity to capture the scenic lavender (seasonal), followed by a a cable car ride to the top of Mt Vogel produced oils and enjoy lunch at a quaint beauty of the lakes before travelling traditional peka lunch including wine with its incredible vistas. Continue local restaurant. BL through Croatia's heartland to Bibich tasting at a local konoba (traditional your regional exploration and visit a Hotel La Grisa (4 star) or similar Winery. At this culinary stop, we sample tavern). In the afternoon we arrive in local tourist farm for an opportunity to local wines and enjoy a lunch before *Due to increased interest in the Istrian region, on Hvar Town, the historical centre of Hvar participate in a butter making workshop. select departures the group will stay in quaint proceeding to Split for a free evening. BL Island, for a guided walk. BL Buzet. Hotel Cornaro (4 star) or similar Onboard MS New Star
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16 Days / Cruise-tour / Venice to Dubrovnik / Cruise aboard MS New Star
Your deluxe vessel – MS New Star
The MS New Star is a new boat built in 2018, accommodating 39 guests in 20 cabins. She is a deluxe vessel, featuring the latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. MS New Star features a large restaurant with a covered outdoor lounge. The partially covered sun deck offers ample seating as well as sweeping panoramic views. At the rear of the boat is an access platform. 2020/2021 Guaranteed departures Venice – Dubrovnik 2020 May 15; Jun 12; Jul 10; Aug 14, 28; Sep 11, 25 2021 May 14; Jun 11; Jul 9; Aug 13, 27; Sep 10, 24 Pre-register now for 2021 to secure your place. $250 per person deposit, fully refundable (see page 51 for details). HVAR Prices from $6,825 per person twin share To Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window open Upper Standard Double 15sqm Window Yes Standard Double/Twin 14-18sqm Window Yes Main Standard Single Single 10sqm Window Yes Lower Standard Double/Twin 14-18sqm Porthole No
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DAY 11 Hvar – Bisevo – Vis DAY 14 Mljet – Sipan Cruise to Bisevo Island’s incredible Enjoy refreshing swims in beautiful Blue Cave, one of the most unique coves as we cruise to Sipan, forming natural phenomena. Only recently part of the Elaphite Islands. Here we will opened to the public, its silvery blue visit the settlement of Sipanska Luka. BL waters are a must-see. We continue our Onboard MS New Star cruise to beautiful Vis Island with stops for a refreshing swim in the warm waters DAY 15 Sipan – Dubrovnik of the Adriatic. BL We cruise the final stretch to Dubrovnik, Onboard MS New Star and join a walking tour of the walled city. Tonight, celebrate at a farewell dinner DAY 12 Vis – Korcula accompanied by Klapa entertainment. BD This morning we journey to Korcula Onboard MS New Star sailing along the length of the island to enchanting Korcula Town where, on DAY 16 Dubrovnik a walking tour, we will see the mighty Your cruise-tour concludes with fortress and city walls. BL a departure transfer for your Onboard MS New Star onward journey. B DAY 13 Korcula – Mljet We continue our Dalmatian exploration to Mljet. One of the Adriatic’s prettiest islands. Here we will embrace the relaxed atmosphere and unspoilt beauty of its two unique salt water lakes VENICE and medieval monastery. BL Onboard MS New Star From price is per person in twin share on a lower deck cabin on 10 July and 14 August departures. See the website, call or email for all other prices.
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13 Days / Cruise-tour / Dubrovnik to Venice / Cruise aboard MS New Star
Our privately chartered deluxe cruise from Dubrovnik sails along the dramatic Dalmatian Coast at a relaxed pace, encompassing many of Croatia’s most beautiful islands. See the unique natural phenomenon that is Bisevo Island’s Blue cave, explore historic Korcula and uncover the real Hvar as you indulge in one of Europe’s most authentic cruising experiences. Then from Split, continue by land to magnificent locations including Plitvice Lakes, enchanting Slovenia and Venice.
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond
Cruise the islands of Dalmatia Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager Let local experts reveal the regions hidden gems 5 day land tour by modern air-conditioned coach Swim in the sparkling waters of the Adriatic Sea Accommodation in central, first class and boutique hotels Visit family owned an operated produce farms 8 day deluxe cruise in a sea-view cabin on the privately Delight your taste buds with local cuisine chartered MS New Star Take in the views atop of Mt Vogel in the Julian Alps 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners Complimentary beverage with lunch (aboard cruise only) Guided tours: Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korcula, Split, Trogir, Plitvice Lakes, Zagreb, Ljubljana and Bled Arrival and departure transfers Hotel porterage, all gratuities, port fees, tourist taxes and National park fees
DUBROVNIK
DAY 1 Dubrovnik for the Yugoslav army. The island’s undulating rosemary and lavender fields for a taste of locally produced wines Our journey commences with an arrival authenticity is still evident as we explore (seasonal). We enjoy a tasty peka lunch and regional delicacies. We continue to transfer to MS New Star. This evening, Vis Town’s waterfront. BL including wine tasting at a local konoba Plitvice Lakes National Park and check we meet our Captain and crew and Onboard MS New Star (traditional tavern) and return to in at the family run hotel located near enjoy a welcome dinner on board. D Stari Grad with the evening free. BL the big waterfall at the entrance of the Onboard MS New Star DAY 5 Vis – Bisevo – Hvar Onboard MS New Star National Park. BL We cruise this morning to Bisevo Ethno Houses Plitvica (4 star) DAY 2 Dubrovnik – Sipan Island’s Blue Cave, one of the most DAY 7 Hvar – Brac – Split We join a walking tour of Dubrovnik’s unique natural phenomena in the world. This morning we will explore one of the DAY 9 Plitvice – Zagreb spectacular Old Town before departing Only recently opened to the public, Adriatic’s loveliest islands, Brac, and the This morning we will join our guide on our cruise adventure to Sipan, its silvery blue waters are a must-see. picturesque town of Bol where you can for a walking tour through the park famous for its wine and delightful laid- Our journey continues to Hvar Town, find the famous Golden Horn beach. where 16 terraced lakes are connected back ambiance. BL the historical centre of Hvar Island, Afterwards, cruise to enchanting Split. by cascading waterfalls offering Onboard MS New Star for a guided walking tour. BL With our guide we will walk the historic breathtaking scenery. We then journey Onboard MS New Star streets of the city centre, built around to Croatia’s lively capital Zagreb, and DAY 3 Sipan – Mljet – Korcula the 4th century Diocletian’s Palace, and uncover the history of the Upper Town, A short cruise away is the island of Mljet. DAY 6 Hvar then enjoy a final dinner on board with St. Mark’s Church, Zagreb Cathedral We discover the unspoilt beauty of the We begin today with a cruise along this traditional Klapa entertainment. BD and Government Palace on a guided National Park and its two unique salt beautiful island towards the ancient Onboard MS New Star walking tour. BD water lakes and medieval monastery port of Stari Grad. Experience the true Hotel Sheraton (5 star) or similar before continuing to Korcula and a nature of the Adriatic as we stop for DAY 8 Split – Trogir – walking tour of this enchanting town. BL swims in secluded bays and coves Skradin – Plitvice DAY 10 Zagreb – Onboard MS New Star before continuing our exploration of We farewell our captain and crew as we Ljubljana – Bled Hvar by coach. We will take an excursion continue our travels by coach north into Continue your journey to neighbouring DAY 4 Korcula – Vis to Hvar’s small fishing villages to get Croatia’s heartland. We will visit Trogir for Slovenia stopping in its lovely capital This morning we will cruise to beautiful a glimpse of traditional island life, a tour of its ancient artistic centre before Ljubljana for a guided walk of the Barque Vis, which until the late 80’s was closed vineyard-covered hills, olive groves and a culinary stop at Bibich Winery Old Town and castle. Proceed to to tourism and served as a military zone
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13 Days / Cruise-tour / Dubrovnik to Venice / Cruise aboard MS New Star
Your deluxe vessel – MS New Star
The MS New Star is a new boat built in 2018, accommodating 39 guests in 20 cabins. She is a deluxe vessel, featuring the latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. MS New Star features a large restaurant with a covered outdoor lounge. The partially covered sun deck offers ample seating as well as sweeping panoramic views. At the rear of the boat is an access platform. 2020/2021 Guaranteed departures Dubrovnik – Venice 2020 May 30; Jun 27; Jul 25, Aug 29; Sep 12, 26 2021 May 29; Jun 26; Jul 24, Aug 28; Sep 11, 25 Pre-register now for 2021 to secure your place. $250 per person deposit, fully refundable (see page 51 for details). SPLIT
Prices from $5,875 per person twin share To Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window open Upper Standard Double 15sqm Window Yes Standard Double/Twin 14-18sqm Window Yes Main Standard Single Single 10sqm Window Yes Lower Standard Double/Twin 14-18sqm Porthole No
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picturesque Bled for a sightseeing tour which will include a pletna boat ride on lake Bled and its imposing castle. BD Hotel Astoria (4 star) or similar DAY 11 Bled / Julian Alps Uncover the enthralling alpine region as we travel to stunning Lake Bohinj for a cable car ride to the top of Mt Vogel with its incredible vistas. Continue your regional exploration and visit a local tourist farm for an opportunity to partake in a butter making workshop. This evening, travel to a nearby village for a traditional and lively dinner. BD DAY 12 Bled – Venice This morning cross the border into Italy and journey to Venice. This evening, join your group for a farewell dinner to mark the conclusion of your tour. BD Hotel BW Premier Continental (4 star) or similar
DAY 13 Venice PLITVICE Our cruise-tour concludes with a departure transfer for your From price is per person in twin share on a lower deck cabin. See the website, call or email for all other prices. onward journey. B
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14 Days / Cruise-tour / Zagreb to Dubrovnik / Cruise aboard MS New Star
This cruise-tour is your complete journey through Croatia’s most fascinating destinations. Experience the Dalmatian islands on our privately chartered deluxe cruise ship, explore the historic hill-top village of Motovun and spend two nights on the island of Hvar. Along the way sample many of Croatia’s regional specialties including truffles and wine, and enjoy a relaxed pace as you uncover this magnificent country with us.
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond
Zagreb’s historic Upper Town and St Mark’s Church Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager Istrian Peninsula – beautiful seaside towns of Rovinj and Pula 6 day land tour by modern air-conditioned coach Istrian hilltop villages and truffle tasting in Motovun Accommodation in central, first class and boutique hotels Spectacular UNESCO listed Plitvice Lakes 8 day deluxe cruise in a sea-view cabin on the privately Regional specialties and wine appreciation at a family-owned chartered MS New Star Bibich vineyard in Skradin 13 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 5 dinners Trogir's historical town centre Complimentary beverage with lunch (aboard cruise only) Hvar island tour including fishing villages and a Guided tours: Zagreb, Motovun, Rovinj, Pula, Plitvice, Zadar, traditional peka lunch with wine tasting Trogir, Split, Hvar, Korcula and Dubrovnik Magnificent Blue Cave on Bisevo Island Arrival and departure transfers Captain’s dinner with Klapa – traditional live music Hotel porterage, all gratuities, port fees, tourist taxes and National park fees
ZAGREB
DAY 1 Zagreb DAY 3 Motovun / to Bibich Winery. At this culinary stop Island of Brac, for a swim at the famous We commence our tour with an arrival Istrian Peninsula we sample locally produced wines and Golden Horn beach before arriving transfer to your hotel. This evening, Experience Istria's stunning coast as we enjoy a lunch of regional foods before this evening in Hvar's ancient port of we will meet our guide and fellow tour explore the picturesque fishing village of proceeding to Trogir. BL Stari Grad BL members at a welcome dinner. D Rovinj and then continue to Pula to see Hotel Brown Beach (4 star) Onboard MS New Star Hotel Sheraton (5 star) or similar its ancient amphitheatre towering over or similar the town's centre. BL DAY 8 Hvar DAY 2 Zagreb – Motovun Hotel Kastel or similar DAY 6 Trogir Our Hvar experience continues with Join a walking tour of Zagreb's historic Discover Trogir's delights on a walking an in-depth introduction to island life on Upper Town and Zagreb Cathedral DAY 4 Motovun – Plitvice tour of its ancient artistic centre with the one of the world’s most stunning islands. discovering Croatia's endearing capital. This morning we take a scenic drive rest of the day at leisure for your own We explore small fishing villages, see In the afternoon journey to enchanting to one of Croatia’s highlights, Plitvice enjoyment exploring the city's labyrinth vineyard-covered hills, olive groves Istria, which still retains its Venetian Lakes. On arrival, we will take a walking of narrow cobbled stone streets, and undulating fields of rosemary and heritage, to explore its lesser known tour through the park where 16 terraced boutiques and lovely waterfront. This lavender (seasonal), followed by a inland region of delightful medieval lakes are connected by cascading evening, join your group for dinner. BD traditional peka lunch including wine hilltop villages. Our guide will take us for waterfalls offering spectacular scenery. Hotel Brown Beach (4 star) tasting at a local konoba (traditional a true taste of the region with a stop for Tonight enjoy dinner in the charming or similar tavern). In the afternoon we arrive in truffle tasting before arriving to beautiful family run hotel where you will stay. BD Hvar Town, the historical centre of Hvar Motovun for dinner and overnight. BD Ethno Houses Plitvica (4 star) DAY 7 Trogir – Split – Island, for a guided walk through this Hotel Kastel or similar Brac – Hvar popular Adriatic hot spot. BL DAY 5 Plitvice – Zadar – Explore Split's historic centre built Onboard MS New Star Skradin – Trogir around the 4th century Diocletian's This morning depart to the lovely coastal Palace. We will then meet our captain DAY 9 Hvar – Bisevo – Vis town of Zadar displaying magnificent and crew as we embark on a private We cruise to Bisevo Island’s incredible examples of Roman and Venetian ruins charter aboard the deluxe MS New Star Blue Cave, one of the most unique throughout the city. After a guided tour through the stunning Dalmatian Islands. natural phenomena. Only recently continue through Croatia's heartland We set sail for beautiful Bol on the opened to the public, its silvery blue
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14 Days / Cruise-tour / Zagreb to Dubrovnik / Cruise aboard MS New Star
Your deluxe vessel – MS New Star
The MS New Star is a new boat built in 2018, accommodating 39 guests in 20 cabins. She is a deluxe vessel, featuring the latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. MS New Star features a large restaurant with a covered outdoor lounge. The partially covered sun deck offers ample seating as well as sweeping panoramic views. At the rear of the boat is an access platform. 2020/2021 Guaranteed departures Zagreb – Dubrovnik 2020 May 17; Jun 14; Jul 12; Aug 16, 30; Sep 13, 27 2021 May 16; Jun 13; Jul 11; Aug 15, 29; Sep 12, 26 Pre-register now for 2021 to secure your place. $250 per person deposit, fully refundable (see page 51 for details). MOTOVUN Prices from $5,925 per person twin share To Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window open Upper Standard Double 15sqm Window Yes Standard Double/Twin 14-18sqm Window Yes Main Standard Single Single 10sqm Window Yes Lower Standard Double/Twin 14-18sqm Porthole No For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, availability and full ship details visit our dedicated website www.cruise-croatia.com.au
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waters are a must see. We continue our DAY 12 Mljet – Sipan cruise with stops for a refreshing swim Enjoy refreshing swims and stops in the warm waters of the Adriatic to in beautiful coves as we cruise to beautiful Vis Island. Until the late 80’s Vis Sipan, forming part of the picturesque was closed to tourists and served as a Elaphite Islands. Here we will explore military zone for the Yugoslav army. BL the settlement of Sipanska Luka and Onboard MS New Star appreciate its delightful laid back ambiance. BL DAY 10 Vis – Korcula Onboard MS New Star This morning we journey to Korcula sailing along the length of the island to DAY 13 Sipan – Dubrovnik enchanting Korcula Town where, on We cruise the final stretch to Dubrovnik, a walking tour, we will see the mighty the Jewel of the Adriatic, and join a fortress and city walls. BL walking tour of the walled city. Tonight, Onboard MS New Star celebrate the conclusion of the tour at a farewell dinner accompanied by Klapa DAY 11 Korcula – Mljet entertainment. BD We continue our Dalmatian exploration Onboard MS New Star to Mljet, one of the Adriatic’s prettiest islands. Here we will embrace the DAY 14 Dubrovnik relaxed atmosphere and unspoilt Your cruise-tour concludes with beauty of the National Park, its two a departure transfer for your unique salt water lakes and medieval onward journey. B monastery. BL MLJET Onboard MS New Star From price is per person in twin share on a lower deck cabin (12 July departure). See the website, call or email for all other prices.
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14 Days / Zagreb to Venice
SARAJEVO
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Apr 11; May 2, 16, 23; Jun 6, 13; Jul 4; Sep 5, 12, 26 One of our most popular tours Escorted by a professional English-speaking Explore Montenegro on a day trip to the bay of Kotor Tour Manager Prices from $4,940 Spend 3 nights in historic Dubrovnik 4 and 5 star accommodation Per Person Single (best available in Plitvice) Visit one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, Twin Share Supplement located inside the Franciscan Monastery 13 breakfasts and 8 dinners Zagreb – Venice from $4,940 from $2,090 in Dubrovnik Guided tours: Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Delight in a visit to World Heritage listed Plitvice Split, Plitvice Lakes, Opatija, Bled, Postojna For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, Lakes National Park Caves, Ljubljana and Venice availability and detailed information, visit our website Witness the splendour of one of the largest cave Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle www.beyondtravel.com.au systems in Europe Whisper headset technology system used End in the magical island city of Venice for touring Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only) Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay Travel Voucher $400 per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. options in Zagreb (see page 42).
DAY 1 Zagreb to Mostar to discover the city’s Turkish around the remarkable Diocletian’s DAY 11 Bled / Ljubljana Your tour commences with an arrival quarter and see the World Heritage Palace. You will see many Romanesque This morning enjoy a guided tour of transfer to your hotel. This evening, listed 16th century single arch stone and Gothic structures within the walls picturesque Lake Bled and visit Bled join your fellow travellers at a welcome ‘Old Bridge’. Continue on to the city of of the palace, including the Temple of Castle, perched on a cliff overlooking dinner. D Dubrovnik, Croatia. BD Jupiter and the cathedral. BD the lake. You will then travel to Slovenia’s Westin Hotel (5 star) or Hotel Lapad (4 star) Hotel Atrium (5 star) charming capital Ljubljana, for a guided Sheraton Hotel (5 star) tour to see its lively open-air market, DAY 5 Dubrovnik DAY 8 Split – Trogir – Plitvice baroque Town Hall, Robba’s Fountain DAY 2 Zagreb Begin the day with a guided tour of From Split, travel to the charming nearby and Three Bridges before returning to Embark on a guided tour of Zagreb’s Dubrovnik including a visit to Rector’s town of Trogir before continuing to the Bled in the evening. B historic Old Town and visit many of Palace and the Franciscan Monastery World Heritage listed Plitvice Lakes Hotel Park (4 star) the city’s and landmarks including the which houses one of the oldest National Park. BD Gothic St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s pharmacies in the world. B Hotel Jezero (3 star) DAY 12 Bled – Trieste – Venice Church and the beautiful 9th century Hotel Lapad (4 star) Today, travel to Trieste in Italy for a short Assumption Cathedral. B DAY 9 Plitvice tour and a visit to Miramare Castle, Westin Hotel (5 star) or DAY 6 Dubrovnik / Montenegro Today begins with a guided tour of the built by the Habsburgs. Continue on to Sheraton Hotel (5 star) Today’s highlight is an excursion to lower lakes, a breathtaking series of Venice, Italy. B Montenegro with its picturesque terraced turquoise lakes and cascading Hotel Bonvechiati (4 star) DAY 3 Zagreb – Sarajevo coastline dotted with seaside resorts waterfalls. The remainder of the day is at Today you journey south through the and walled towns. First, a visit to the Bay leisure. BD DAY 13 Venice spectacular Croatian and Bosnian of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord Hotel Jezero (3 star) Enjoy a guided tour of this unique city countryside, arriving at Sarajevo in the in Southern Europe, followed by the built on 100 small islands and connected afternoon. BD coastal town of Perast to take a boat ride DAY 10 Plitvice – Opatija – by 400 bridges. Visit the Basilica of San Hotel Europa (4 star) to Our Lady of the Rocks islet. Continue Postojna – Bled Marco, St. Marks Square, Doge’s Palace to the ancient maritime town of Kotor Return to the sparkling waters of the and the famous Bridge of Sighs. BD DAY 4 Sarajevo – before returning to Dubrovnik. B Adriatic for a tour of Opatija, a former Hotel Bonvechiati (4 star) Mostar – Dubrovnik Hotel Lapad (4 star) aristocratic retreat before continuing Experience Sarajevo, a vibrant city with north into Slovenia. En route to Bled you DAY 14 Venice unique sights including the bustling DAY 7 Dubrovnik – Split will stop at Postojna, to visit one of the Your tour concludes with a departure Turkish bazaar ‘Bascarsija’, Then travel Journey along the Dalmatian Coast largest cave systems in Europe. BD transfer for your onward journey. B to Split and enjoy a tour of the city built Hotel Park (4 star)
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9 Days / Dubrovnik to Zagreb
OPATIJA
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 16, 23, 30; Jun 6, 13; Jul 4; Aug 8; Sep 5, 12; Oct 3 Uncover the incredible histories of Split Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager and Dubrovnik 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation (best available in Plitvice) Prices from $3,090 Marvel at the striking Postojna Caves 8 breakfasts and 5 dinners Per Person Single Twin Share Supplement Discover Bled with its imposing Guided tours: Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice Lakes, Bled Castle Postojna Caves, Bled, Ljubljana and Zagreb Dubrovnik – Zagreb from $3,090 from $1,030 See the beauty of Plitvice Lakes Entrance fees National Park For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Visit Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia and detailed information, visit our website Whisper headset technology system used for touring Stay in Zagreb and wander its winding www.beyondtravel.com.au historic streets Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only) Earlybird Discover More per couple Extend your stay Travel Voucher $400 Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. options in Dubrovnik (see pages 44/45) and Zagreb (see page 42).
DAY 1 Dubrovnik DAY 4 Split – Trogir – Plitvice DAY 6 Bled DAY 9 Zagreb Begin with an arrival transfer to your Travel to Trogir, a centre of artistic activity This morning, enjoy a guided tour Your tour concludes with a departure hotel. This evening, meet your fellow where scholars from around the world of Bled located around picturesque transfer for your onward journey. B tour members and guide at a welcome gather. Continue towards beautiful Lake Bled. Take in the impressive Bled dinner. D Plitvice Lakes National Park. Enjoy a Castle, perched on a cliff high above Hotel Lacroma (4 star) or similar guided tour of the breathtaking lakes the lake, offering magnificent views of and cascading waterfalls surrounded the surrounding mountains. Continue DAY 2 Dubrovnik by wooded mountains. BD the day at leisure in the relaxing On a guided tour of Dubrovnik, visit Hotel Jezero (3 star) surroundings of Bled. B Rector’s Palace, the 15th century Hotel Park (4 star) Orlando’s Column and Sponza Palace. DAY 5 Plitvice – Opatija – Also see the Dominican Monastery and Postojna – Bled DAY 7 Bled – Ljubljana – Zagreb Franciscan Monastery. The remainder Today, journey to the popular resort Early morning drive to Ljubljana, of the day is at leisure. B town of Opatija, an aristocratic retreat Slovenia’s charming capital. On your Hotel Lacroma (4 star) or similar during the 19th century and today a guided tour, visit the lively open air favourite holiday spot. From here, you market, the baroque Town Hall, DAY 3 Dubrovnik – Split will travel north into scenic Slovenia Robba’s Fountain and the Three Today, journey north along the stopping at Postojna, home to one of Bridges. Continue to Zagreb, the spectacular Adriatic coast and arrive in the largest cave systems in Europe. medieval Croatian capital. BD Split. Enjoy a guided tour of the city built Take a miniature electric train to tour Westin Hotel (5 star) around the UNESCO listed Diocletian’s Postojna’s fantastic subterranean Palace, the retirement palace for Roman passages and rock formations. DAY 8 Zagreb Emperor Diocletian. View the Roman Afterwards, continue to Bled. BD Enjoy a guided tour of Zagreb’s and Gothic structures that lie within the Hotel Park (4 star) historic Old Town to see many famous walls of the palace, including the Temple landmarks including the Gothic of Jupiter and the Cathedral. BD St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Hotel Atrium (5 star) Church and the beautiful 19th century Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The remainder of the day is at leisure. B SPLIT Westin Hotel (5 star) or similar
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9 Days / Zagreb to Dubrovnik
DUBROVNIK
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Mar 20; Apr 17; May 1, 15, 29; Jun 12; Aug 28; Begin in vibrant Zagreb and wander through its Upper Town Escorted by a professional English- Sep 4, 11, 18, 25; Oct 9, 30 speaking Tour Manager Overnight in the popular resort town of Opatija Prices from $2,250 See the stunning terraced lakes and magical waterfalls 4 star hotel accommodation of Plitvice 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners Per Person Single Twin Share Supplement Visit a local winery and sample the famous ‘Plavac Mali’ Guided tours: Zagreb, Zadar, Split, Trogir Zagreb – Dubrovnik from $2,250 from $530 Delight in Truffle tasting in Istria and Dubrovnik Discover Zadar’s unique art installation, the Zadar Entrance fees For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability Sea Organ Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle and detailed information, visit our website Taste Pasticada, a traditional Dalmatian dish in Trogir Arrival and departure airport transfers www.beyondtravel.com.au Explore Dubrovnik and its famous city walls Earlybird Saving up to $300 per couple Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Zagreb (see page 42) and Dubrovnik (see pages 44 / 45).
DAY 1 Zagreb DAY 4 Opatija – Plitvice DAY 7 Split – Ston – Dubrovnik Your tour commences with an arrival This morning, take a scenic drive to the En route to Dubrovnik, you will stop in transfer to your hotel. This evening, join oldest national park in Croatia – Plitvice Ston to visit a local winery and sample your fellow tour members and guide at a Lakes. With plenty of time to explore the the famous ‘Plavac Mali’ wine. Your wine welcome dinner of local specialties. D UNESCO listed area, you will witness the tasting will include a presentation on the Hotel Dubrovnik (4 star) or stunning 16 terraced lakes connected by history of the winemaking process. Your Hotel Academia (4 star) a series of magnificent waterfalls. BD final stop for today is the beautiful city of Hotel Degenija (4 star) Dubrovnik. B DAY 2 Zagreb – Opatija Hotel Kompas (4 star) or After breakfast, take a guided tour of DAY 5 Plitvice – Zadar – Split Hotel Lapad (4 star) Zagreb’s fortified, medieval Upper Town Your first stop today is the coastal city where you’ll see the multi-coloured roof of Zadar, a town rich in cultural and DAY 8 Dubrovnik of St. Mark’s Church, the Parliament historical monuments. Join a guided Built in the 13th century, the walled city and Government Palace. Afterwards, tour where you’ll see the Roman Forum, of Dubrovnik has remained relatively proceed to Opatija, situated on the dating back to the 1st century, the unchanged for centuries. Its medieval picturesque Kvarner Bay and once a Church of St. Donatus and the unique ramparts encircle an ancient Old Town favourite resort of the Habsburgs and Zadar Sea Organ. Continue to a local that is entirely listed as a UNESCO World the European aristocracy. BD vineyard in Bibich for a gourmet wine Heritage site. Your city tour includes a Remisens Hotel Admiral (4 star) tasting experience. B stroll along the Stradun, the city’s main Hotel Cornaro (4 star) thoroughfare, past the Rector’s Palace DAY 3 Opatija / to visit the Franciscan Monastery. This Istrian Peninsula DAY 6 Split / Trogir evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with Today you will explore the Istrian This morning, enjoy a guided tour of your fellow travellers. BD Peninsula, an area that still retains both Split, an historic city built from the ruins Hotel Kompas (4 star) or Roman and Venetian heritage. Visit the of Diocletian’s Roman palace. Drive to Hotel Lapad (4 star) 2,000 year old Roman amphitheatre in nearby Trogir, a World Heritage listed Pula, and continue to Rovinj, perhaps the town which has been inhabited for 2,300 DAY 9 Dubrovnik most beautiful town in Istria. After some years. Here, enjoy a lunch including the Your tour concludes with a departure free time, depart for Livade to sample traditional Dalmatian dish of Pasticada. transfer for your onward journey. B Istria’s tastiest treasure, the truffle. B Return to Split. BL CROATIAN DELICACIES Remisens Hotel Admiral (4 star) Hotel Cornaro (4 star)
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9 Days / Zagreb to Split
BOHINJ
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Apr 24; May 8; Jun 5, 26; Aug 28; Sep 4, 25 Spend 2 nights in cultural Zagreb, Croatia’s capital Escorted by a professional English-speaking Visit Ljubljana Castle and its virtual museum Tour Manager Prices from $2 ,605 View the spectacular Julian Alps from Bohinj’s 3, 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Per Person Single Mt. Vogel 8 breakfasts and 4 dinners Twin Share Supplement Cheese and oil tastings in Zagreb, Bohinj and Bale Guided tours: Zagreb, Ljubljana, Pula and Rovinj Zagreb – Split from $2,605 from $770 Explore the Istrian Peninsula with visits to Pula, Bale Entrance fees and Rovinj For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle and detailed information, visit our website Conclude in Split, known for its Diocletian’s Palace Arrival and departure transfers (first and last www.beyondtravel.com.au day only) Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Zagreb (see page 42). Travel Voucher $320 With a Saturday arrival this is a perfect opportunity to join a cruise along the Croatian coast. See our Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. cruise section or visit www.cruise-croatia.com.au
DAY 1 Zagreb the baroque Town Hall and Robba’s DAY 6 Bohinj – cascading lakes and take in this natural Your tour commences with a transfer Fountain. You will also have the Postojna – Opatija wonder. In the late afternoon, depart to your hotel. This evening, meet your opportunity to visit the fascinating This morning travel to the Opatija for Split and enjoy dinner at a local Tour Manager and fellow travellers for a Ljubljana Castle and virtual museum. BD Riviera for a stop at the modern-day restaurant. BD welcome drink. Best Western Premier Slon Hotel resort town. On the way, you will stop at Marvie Hotel (4 star) Hotel Esplanade (5 star) (4 star) Postojna, one of Europe’s largest cave systems. Arrive into Opatija for a 2 night DAY 9 Split DAY 2 Zagreb DAY 4 Ljubljana – Bled – Bohinj stay in this colourful seaside city. BD Your tour concludes with a departure This morning, join a guided tour and Depart for the alpine town of Bled, home Hotel Paris (4 star) transfer for your onward journey. B explore Croatia’s exciting capital. to a lovely emerald green lake set against Marvel at the historic buildings which a backdrop of the Julian Alps. Visit the DAY 7 Opatija / Istrian fill the city, such as the neo-gothic lake-side castle and enjoy breathtaking Peninsula St. Marcus Church. Delve into Croatia’s views of the countryside. Continue on to This morning your first stop is the culinary scene with a cheese tasting the beautiful Bohinj region, where you will coastal city of Pula - the largest city in at the bustling Dolac Market, then take find quaint towns and views of stunning Istria. A guided tour will take you to the a funicular ride to the fortified Upper valleys. BD amphitheatre Arena, Hercules Gate, the Town to see famed landmarks including Bohinj ECO Hotel (3 star) Cathedral and the Temple of Augustus. the St. Catherine’s Church and the twin Then continue to the small village of Bale spires of the 19th century Cathedral of DAY 5 Bohinj for an olive oil tasting with a light snack Assumption. B Today you will explore Bohinj, which is before visiting Rovinj to walk through the Hotel Esplanade (5 star) divided into the Upper and Lower valley. charming town. Return to Opatija. B Take a visit to the gothic St. John the Hotel Paris (4 star) DAY 3 Zagreb – Ljubljana Baptist Church followed by a cable car Continue north to the charming city of ride to Mount Vogel. This afternoon, DAY 8 Opatija – Plitvice – Split Ljubljana, the greenest capital in Europe. visit local farmers who produce butter Leaving Opatija you will head south to Enjoy a guided tour of the old city to and cheese the traditional way - using a discover the UNESCO-listed Plitvice see the many highlights including the copper kettle above a wood fireplace. B Lakes National Park. Here, you can picturesque open-air market, the three Bohinj ECO Hotel (3 star) enjoy a walk by the lush vegetation and bridges over the Ljubljanica River, LJUBLJANA
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13 Days / Zagreb to Dubrovnik
KOTOR
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 5, 26; Jun 16; Jul 7, 28; Aug 18; Sep 8, 15 Visit Slovenia and its beautiful cities of Escorted by a professional multilingual Tour Manager Bled and Ljubljana 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation Prices from $2,950 See the natural beauty of Plitvice Lakes 12 breakfasts and 12 dinners Per Person Single in Croatia Guided tours: Zagreb, Ljubljana, Split, Dubrovnik, Twin Share Supplement Stay in historic cities Trogir, Split Tirana, Ohrid, Skopje and Kotor Zagreb – Dubrovnik from $2,950 from $1,060 and Dubrovnik Entrance fees Journey through the spectacular For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, countries of Montenegro, Transportation by modern air-conditioned vehicle availability and detailed information, visit our website North Macedonia and Albania Arrival and departure transfers (first and last days only) www.beyondtravel.com.au
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DAY 1 Zagreb DAY 4 Plitvice – Trogir – Split DAY 7 Dubrovnik – Budva – DAY 10 Ohrid – Skopje Your tour commences with an arrival After breakfast, join a tour of Plitvice’s Shkodra – Tirana After breakfast, travel to Skopje, where transfer to your hotel. This evening, join sixteen lakes joined by a series of This morning embark on a sightseeing you will have a tour of Kale Fortress, your fellow travellers and guide at a cascading waterfalls. Continue on to tour of this medieval walled city which the old bazaar, Stone Bridge and the welcome dinner. D the Adriatic coast and the seaside town includes the Franciscan Monastery, Monastery of St. Panteleimon with its Hotel International (4 star) or similar of Trogir for a visit to this ancient centre Rector’s Palace and cathedral. From 12th century frescoes. BD of artistic activity. Continue the short Dubrovnik, take a drive through Hotel Karpos (4 star) DAY 2 Zagreb – Bled – Ljubljana distance to Split, and join a city tour that Montenegro to Budva. Cross into A morning city tour of Zagreb takes you includes a walk through Diocletian’s Albania and continue to Shkodra, before DAY 11 Skopje – Kolasin to the fortified Upper Town, the city’s Palace. BD you end the day in Tirana. BD This morning, drive to Kolasin in historical centre, where you will see the Hotel President (4 star) Hotel Sky Tower (4 star) Montenegro via the impressive multi-coloured roof of St. Mark’s Church Moraca River Canyon. BD and the Croatian National Theatre. DAY 5 Split – Mostar – DAY 8 Tirana – Ohrid Hotel Bianca (4 star) Afterwards depart for Bled, beautifully Dubrovnik This morning’s sightseeing tour of Tirana situated in the heart of Slovenia’s Julian This morning, drive into Bosnia & includes Skander Bay Square, Mosque DAY 12 Kolasin – Cetinje – Alps. Explore this picture perfect lake Herzegovina and visit Mostar. See the of Et’hem Bey and the National Museum. Kotor – Dubrovnik then continue to Ljubljana. BD 16th century single arch stone bridge, In the afternoon, depart for Macedonia Visit the King Nikola’s Museum in Hotel M (4 star) Turkish House, bazaar and mosque and the magical town of Ohrid. BD Cetinje, Montenegro’s former capital, before returning to the Adriatic coast Hotel Metropol (4 star) and then continue to Kotor, home to the DAY 3 Ljubljana – Plitvice and on to Dubrovnik. BD longest and deepest fjord in southern A city tour of Slovenia’s charming capital Hotel Ivka (3 star) DAY 9 Ohrid Europe. Return to Dubrovnik for dinner will showcase the baroque Old Town The lakeside town of Ohrid is a and overnight. BD and Town Hall, Robba’s Fountain and DAY 6 Dubrovnik UNESCO World Heritage site. Your Hotel Ivka (3 star) the bridges over the Ljubljanica River. Today you have a full day free to morning tour will include the 11th This afternoon, depart for UNESCO- discover this World Heritage listed century St. Sofia Church with its DAY 13 Dubrovnik listed Plitvice Lakes. BD city. BD magnificent Byzantine frescoes, and Your tour concludes with a departure Hotel Park (4 star) Hotel Ivka (3 star) in the afternoon, you will visit St. Naum transfer for your onward journey. B Monastery. Tonight, enjoy dinner in a local restaurant. BD Hotel Metropol (4 star)
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11 Days / Zagreb to Zagreb
PLITVICE LAKES
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 13, 20, 27; Jun 3, 10, 17, 24; Jul 1, 8, 15, 22; Aug 12, 19, 26; See the abundance of highlights of four Escorted by a professional multilingual Tour Manager Sep 9, 16, 23, 30; Oct 7 intriguing countries 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation (best available in Plitvice) Visit the historic cities of Zagreb, Split, 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 8 dinners Prices from $2,700 Dubrovnik and Osijek in Croatia Wine tasting in Ilok Per Person Single Discover the culture of Bled and Twin Share Supplement Ljubljana in Slovenia Guided tours: Zagreb, Ljubljana, Zadar, Plitvice Lakes, Split, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Novi Sad and Osijek Zagreb – Zagreb from $2,700 from $1,220 Explore the beautiful towns of Belgrade and Novi Sad in Serbia Transportation by modern air-conditioned vehicle For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, Journey through Mostar and Sarajevo in Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only) availability and detailed information, visit our website Bosnia & Herzegovina www.beyondtravel.com.au Earlybird Discover More
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DAY 1 Zagreb DAY 4 Plitvice – Zadar – Split DAY 7 Dubrovnik – Mostar – DAY 9 Belgrade – Novi Sad – Your tour commences with an arrival Visit the coastal city of Zadar, a town rich Sarajevo Osijek transfer to your hotel. This evening, join in cultural and historical monuments. See Cross into the neighbouring country Travel to Novi Sad where your guide your fellow tour members for dinner. D the Roman Forum, dating back to the of Bosnia & Herzegovina, to visit the will introduce you to the city’s highlights Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria 2nd century, the 9th century Church of picturesque city of Mostar. Enjoy free which include Petrovaradin fortress and (4 star) or similar St. Donatus and the amazing Zadar Sea time to discover the city’s Turkish the Old Town. Continue to Ilok, with an Organ. Afterwards travel south to Split quarter and the 16th century single arch opportunity to taste local Croatian wines DAY 2 Zagreb – Bled for a guided tour of the city, including the stone ‘Old Bridge.’ Continue to Sarajevo followed by a traditional Croatian lunch. A morning city tour of Zagreb takes you UNESCO listed Diocletian’s Palace. BD for a guided tour of this vibrant city Your final stop for today is Osijek. BL to the fortified Upper Town, the city’s Hotel Atrium (5 star) where you will visit the bustling Turkish Hotel Osijek (4 star) historical centre, where you will see the bazaar ‘Bascarsija’ and 16th century multi-coloured roof of St. Mark’s Church DAY 5 Split – Dubrovnik Husref Bay’s Mosque. BD DAY 10 Osijek – Zagreb and the Croatian National Theatre. Travel south along the scenic highway Hotel Colours Inn (4 star) Explore Osijek on a morning city tour Depart for Bled, a small fairy tale like to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. where you will see the Cathedral and the town in Slovenia’s Julian Alps. Take the On arrival, check in to your hotel DAY 8 Sarajevo – Belgrade Tvrdja (Old Fort). Following this, travel afternoon to explore around the lake. BD followed by a guided tour of the beautiful Your tour continues to Serbia and its to the Ethno Village of Stara Kapela Kompas Hotel (4 star) Old Town. Marvel at the city’s marble intriguing capital, Belgrade. On your (meaning “Old Chapel”), a small village streets, baroque buildings, the intact guided tour you will see the imposing in the hills of Slavonia in north eastern DAY 3 Bled – Ljubljana – medieval wall and Rector’s Palace. BD Kalemegdan Fortress, at the confluence Croatia. Enjoy lunch and a wander Plitvice Valamar Hotel Lacroma (4 star) of the Sava and Danube Rivers, as through the historic village before your Travel to Ljubljana where you will have well as Republic Square and Mihailova return to Zagreb. BL a guided tour of its historic centre DAY 6 Dubrovnik Street. BD Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria including the picturesque central Spend a full day at leisure in this Zira Hotel (4 star) (4 star) or similar open-air Market and the Three Bridges, magnificent spot in southern Croatia. the Baroque Town Hall and Robba’s Perhaps join an optional excursion to DAY 11 Zagreb Fountain. Continue to Croatia to explore the island of Korcula or simply wander Your tour concludes with a departure the magnificent UNESCO World the Old Town and enjoy the atmosphere transfer for your onward journey. B Heritage Site of Plitvice Lakes. BD of this historic city. BD Hotel Jezero (3 star) Valamar Hotel Lacroma (4 star)
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7 Days / Ljubljana to Bled (or Venice to Venice)
Option to join in Venice
BLED
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Apr 27; May 25; Jun 8, 29; Aug 3, 24; Sep 7, 28 Visit Ljubljana, the charming capital Escorted by a professional English-speaking of Slovenia Tour Manager Prices from $2,930 Marvel at the striking Postojna Caves 4 star hotel accommodation Per Person Single Discover Venetian inspired Piran 6 breakfasts and 2 dinners Twin Share Supplement Ljubljana – Ljubljana See the resort town of Portoroz Guided tours: Ljubljana, Piran, Postojna Caves, from $2,930 from $740 Spend three magical nights in beautiful Bled Goriska Brda, Soca Valley, Bled and Bohinj (or Venice airport) Admire the Julian Alps atop Mt. Vogel Entrance fees For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, in Bohinj Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle availability and detailed information, visit our website Complimentary option to join and depart Whisper headset technology system used for touring www.beyondtravel.com.au from Venice Airport Arrival and departure airport transfers (first and last day only) Earlybird Discover More Travel Voucher $400 per couple Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. in Ljubljana (see page 41).
DAY 1 Ljubljana or Venice DAY 3 Piran – Portoroz – DAY 5 Bled DAY 6 Bled / Bohinj Your tour commences with an arrival Nova Gorica Enjoy a sightseeing tour of beautiful Today take an excursion to idyllic Lake transfer from either Ljubljana Airport This morning embark on a tour of Lake Bled and visit its imposing castle Bohinj, equal in beauty to the popular or Venice Airport (approximately Venetian-inspired Piran. See the perched high on the surrounding cliffs. Lake Bled. Enjoy a relaxing walk along 3 hours drive) to your hotel in Ljubljana. central square with its eminent historical On return to the lake shore there will be the lake shore and take a cable car to This evening, meet your fellow tour palaces, the monument to the composer the opportunity to taste the famous Bled Mt. Vogel from where you can admire members and guide for an orientation Tartini and the imposing Church of cream cake. In the afternoon travel to the Julian Alps. Take in the magnificent meeting and welcome drink. St. George with its Venetian like bell. Your one of Slovenia’s oldest towns, Skofja vistas of the valley and mountains at Hotel Central (4 star) tour continues to the nearby Portoroz, a Loka, dominated by its medieval castle. Lake Bohinj before returning to Bled, for modern seaside resort. After a short stop After a sightseeing tour visit the 18th a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. BD DAY 2 Ljubljana – drive into the hilly wine region of Goriska century Nace Homestead to taste some Hotel Rikli Balance (4 star) Postojna – Piran Brda, bordering Italy, and discover the of the local specialties before returning This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour charming town of Smartno. Here you will to Bled for overnight. B DAY 7 Bled – Ljubljana or Venice of Ljubljana, which includes the lively enjoy dinner at a local tourist farm. BD Hotel Rikli Balance (4 star) Your tour concludes with a departure open air market, baroque Town Hall, Hotel Perla (4 star) transfer to Ljubljana Airport or Venice Robba’s Fountain and the Three Airport (approximately 3.5 hour drive) Bridges, before departing for Slovenia’s DAY 4 Nova Gorica – for your onward journey. B southern Karst Region. En route stop Soca Valley – Bled at the Postojna Caves to explore one This morning drive along the emerald of Europe’s largest cave systems by green Soca River to Kobarid, featured in miniature electric train. Continue with Hemmingway’s famous novel, a visit to a nearby vineyard to sample A Farewell to Arms. Visit the town’s some of the locally grown Teran wine World War I museum, which highlights and prosciutto. Drive to Piran, located on the town’s role in the conflicts between the beautiful Slovenian coast. B the Italians and the Austro-Hungarians. Hotel Piran (4 star) In the afternoon you will arrive at Slovenia’s gem, the idyllic town of Bled situated in the midst of the Julian Alps. B Hotel Rikli Balance (4 star) POSTOJNA CAVES
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7 Days / Athens to Athens
METEORA
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Apr 23; May 14, 28; Jun 11, 25; Jul 16; Aug 6; Sep 10, 17, 24 Visit Olympia, the birthplace of the Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager ancient Olympic games 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Prices from $1,990 Explore the Temple of Apollo in Delphi 6 breakfasts and 6 dinners Per Person Single on a guided tour Visit: Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi, Meteota, Dion, Twin Share Supplement See the famous clifftop monasteries Pella, Vergina and Thessaloniki Athens – Athens from $1,990 from $540 of Meteora Entrance fees Experience Greece’s second largest Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability and most vibrant city, Thessaloniki and detailed information, visit our website www.beyondtravel.com.au Earlybird Discover More Travel Voucher $150 per couple (7 day tour only) Extend your stay The perfect way to start or finish your comprehensive tour of Ancient Greece is to take Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. advantage of our Spotlight on Athens City package (see page 48).
DAY 1 Athens – DAY 3 Delphi – Kalambaka DAY 5 Thessaloniki DAY 7 Thessaloniki – Athens Mycenae – Olympia This morning visit Delphi to explore In the morning you’ll explore Travel to Pella, the capital of Alexander Your journey begins as you depart the the Temple of Apollo and the Museum Thessaloniki, the “co-reigning” city the Great, to see the exquisite floor capital city of Athens and drive along containing masterpieces of Ancient throughout the Byzantine Empire, mosaics of the 4th century BC villas. the coast to the Corinth Canal to visit Greek sculpture, such as the bronze second in population and prestige Continue south to Thermopylae where the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, built Charioteer and the famous athlete only to Constantinople. Visit unique you will see Leonidas’ Monument, in 300 BC. Follow on to Mycenae, one Aghias. Afterwards, depart for monuments and feel true depth of before your early evening arrival in of the earliest Greek civilizations and Kalambaka, a small town nearby to the history of this city in some of the oldest Athens where your tour concludes. B home to the Tomb of Agamemnon, the huge rocks of Meteora. BD and most characteristic churches of the largest and the best preserved of the Amalia Hotel (4 star) Christian world. BD nine tholos found in Mycenae. Continue Mediterranean Hotel (5 star) CLASSICAL GREECE & METEORA to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic DAY 4 Kalambaka – Games, where you will stay tonight. D Thessaloniki DAY 6 Thessaloniki / Ancient 4 days Athens to Athens Hotel Arty Grand (5 star) or similar Make sure to have your cameras ready Kingdom of Macedonia for today’s visit to “Meteora”, which Discover the ancient Kingdom of Day 1 to Day 4 DAY 2 Olympia – Delphi means “suspended in the air.” Perched Macedonia, starting with a visit to the from $1,150 per person twin share Today will start with a visit to the high on sandstone pillars are six 14th town of Edessa with its famous If your time is limited, this is a great Archaeological Site where you’ll find century Greek Orthodox monasteries. waterfalls. Then on to Naoussa, home opportunity to discover Olympia the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the The largest, the Great Meteoron, houses of Aristotle’s School, the picturesque and magnificent Meteora. Olympia, Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological a museum full of religious artefacts, site where the great philosopher ruined ancient sanctuary, home Museum of Olympia. In the afternoon Byzantine art, frescoes and icons. taught ‘the doctrines of morals and of the ancient Olympic Games and drive across the Corinthian Bay to Drive onwards through the striking politics’ to Alexander the Great and the former site of the massive Statue of Zeus, which has been ranked as one Delphi, the center of the Ancient World plain of Thessaly and the Valley of Macedonian youth. Continue with short of the Seven Wonders of the World. – the “Omphalos” (Navel of Earth) – Tempi, and admire the gigantic figure of stops in Vergina and Veria to visit Saint Visiting Meteora offers the unique whose prestige extended far beyond the Mount Olympus, the highest mountain Paul’s Bema, and then stroll through experience of nature’s grandeur with boundaries of the Hellenic World. BD in Greece and home of the 12 Gods the old Jewish neighbourhood and the history. Join on Day 1 of the itinerary Hotel Amalia (4 star) in Greek Mythology. Later, arrive at colourful market area. BD and a return transfer to Athens is Thessaloniki, the second largest and the Mediterranean Hotel (5 star) included on Day 4. most vibrant city in Greece. BD 2020 Departures – April to October: Mediterranean Hotel (5 star) Mon, Tue, Sat & select Thu
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14 Days / Istanbul to Istanbul
CAPPADOCIA
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Jan 4; Feb 8; Mar 21; Apr 4, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 30; Jun 6, 13, 20, 27; See the iconic 12th Century Hagia Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager Jul 4, 11, 18, 25; Aug 1, 8, 15, 29; Sep 5, 12, 19, 26; Oct 3, 10, 17, 24; Sophia in Istanbul 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Nov 7; Dec 19 Explore the ancient city of Ephesus, built 13 breakfasts and 8 dinners in the 10th century BC 2021 Guaranteed departures Guided tours: Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Hierapolis, Jan 2; Feb 6; Mar 20 Drive along the Dardanelles Strait to the Pammukale, Kayakoy, Cappadocia, Ankara and Safranbolu battlefields of Gallipoli Visit: Sirince and Pammukale, Mevlana Mausoleum and Prices from $2,410 Discover the famous chimney-like rock Whirling Dervishes convent, sunken city of Kekova formations in Cappadocia Per Person Single Entrance fees Twin Share Supplement Have a mud bath in a local hot spring in Koycegiz Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Istanbul – Istanbul from $2,410 from $1,220 See the largest caravanserai in Turkey Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only) Relax on one of Turkey’s most famous Earlybird Discover More Small Group Tour beaches, Oludeniz Travel Voucher $200 per couple Pay in full by 28 February 2019. Details on page 8.
DAY 1 Istanbul continue to the ancient Greek city of DAY 8 Fethiye DAY 11 Cappadocia Your time in Turkey commences with an Pergamum to see the Acropolis, and After breakfast spend the morning At dawn, you have the opportunity arrival transfer to your hotel. The rest of then travel on to Kusadasi. BD exploring the quaint Greek museum to take an optional balloon ride over the day is free in this fascinating city. Charisma Deluxe Hotel (5 star) village of Kayakoy. In the afternoon you’ll Cappadocia. Then join a fascinating, Point Hotel Taksim (4 star) be transferred to the nearby town of full day excursion around the volcanic DAY 5 Kusadasi / Ephesus Oludeniz, where you can spend some landscapes of Cappadocia, including DAY 2 Istanbul Today’s excursion takes you to time swimming. B the underground city. B Get ready for a full day of sightseeing spectacular Ephesus, a Greco-Roman Marina Boutique Hotel (4 star) Crowne Plaza Nevsehir (5 star) on your guided city tour of Istanbul’s city with 2,000 years of history. Explore Old Town. Soak in the sights of this city the city’s many historic temples before DAY 9 Fethiye – Demre – DAY 12 Cappadocia – while you visit the Topkapi Palace, 12th visiting the beautiful hilltop village of Antalya Ankara – Safranbolu century Hagia Sophia, the iconic Blue Sirince then return to Kusadasi. BD You’re switching coastal cities today as Depart for Ankara, the Turkish capital, Mosque and the Spice Market. B Charisma Deluxe Hotel (5 star) you drive from Fethiye to Antalya – the where you will visit the Mausoleum of Point Hotel Taksim (5 star) home of Hadrian’s Gate. On the way, Ataturk, first President of independent DAY 6 Kusadasi – Hierapolis – you’ll stop at Demre and take a boat to Turkey. Then travel to the World Heritage DAY 3 Istanbul – Gallipoli – Pamukkale visit sunken city of Kekova. BD town of Safranbolu which is considered Canakkale Drive through the fertile plains of western Best Western Plus Khan Hotel an open air museum. You’ll spend the Today you’ll leave for Canakkale. Turkey to the ancient city of Hierapolis, (4 star) night in an old Ottoman mansion. BD Drive along the Dardanelles Strait to with its magnificent Necropolis. After a Imren Lokum Konagi (4 star) the battlefields of Gallipoli. See the short tour, head to the lime cascades DAY 10 Antalya – Konya – memorials to the fallen World War and thermal pools of Pamukkale. BD Cappadocia DAY 13 Safranbolu – Istanbul I soldiers at Anzac Cove, the Nek, Doga Thermal Hotel & Spa (4 star) This morning you’ll pay a visit to the After breakfast, visit Safranbolu’s Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair and the 57th 2nd century Roman amphitheatre of beautiful Old Town, where you can Regiment Memorial. BD DAY 7 Pamukkale – Koycegiz – Aspendos. Afterwards, continue to sample some traditional Turkish Delight. Hotel Kolin (4 star) Fethiye Konya, where you’ll visit the Monastery Then return to Istanbul. B Depart Pamukkale for the lakeside of the Mevlana Whirling Dervishes. This Kent Hotel (4 star) DAY 4 Canakkale – Troy – town of Koycegiz. Here you’ll take a boat afternoon, drive to Cappadocia with a stop Pergamum – Kusadasi cruise to turtle beach where you can en route at the 13th century Sultan Han, DAY 14 Istanbul A short drive brings you to the ruins of have a mud bath in the local hot springs. the largest caravanserai in Turkey. BD Your tour concludes with a departure Troy, founded 5,000 years ago and Continue on to Fethiye. BD Crowne Plaza Nevsehir (5 star) transfer for your onward journey. B famous through the tales of the Trojan Marina Boutique Hotel (4 star) War in Homer’s Iliad. After your tour 24 / BEYOND TRAVEL – CHOOSEWE’RE PASSIONATE ONE OF OUR AND GUARANTEED HERE TO HELP DEPARTURES YOU CHOOSE AND THE BOOK RIGHT WITH HOLIDAY CONFIDENCE CHARMING TURKEY Escorted Tour
11 Days / Istanbul to Istanbul
EPHESUS
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Apr 24; May 8, 15; Jun 12, 26; Jul 17; Aug 21; Sep 11, 18; Oct 9 Travel with a small group (maximum 20) Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager Marvel at the natural wonder 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Prices from $2,655 of Cappadocia 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 5 dinners Per Person Single Spend 2 nights in a charming Cave Guided tours: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Hierapolis, Twin Share Supplement Hotel, Cappadocia Pergamum, Troy and Gallipoli Istanbul – Istanbul from $2,655 from $1,155 Walk along the marble streets of the Visit: Pammukale, Temple of Artemis, Sirince, ancient city of Ephesus Entrance fees For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability Cross the Dardanelles to the battlefields and detailed information, visit our website of Gallipoli Jeep Safari and wine tasting in Cappadocia www.beyondtravel.com.au Savour the exotic flavours of Turkey Economy class flight: Istanbul – Kayseri (Cappadocia) Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only) Earlybird Discover More Small Group Tour Travel Voucher $200 per couple Pay in full by 28 February 2020. Details on page 8.
DAY 1 Istanbul DAY 4 Cappadocia After a short tour, head to the lime DAY 9 Canakkale – Your tour starts with an airport transfer At dawn, you have the opportunity cascades and thermal pools of Gallipoli – Istanbul to your hotel in the Old City of Istanbul. to take an optional balloon ride over Pamukkale, one of Turkey’s natural Today you’ll leave Canakkale for The rest of the day is at your leisure to Cappadocia. Then join a fascinating, wonders. You’ll continue your drive to Istanbul. On your journey, you’ll cross explore this fascinating city. full day excursion around the volcanic visit the Temple of Artemis – one of the the Dardanelles to the battlefields of Arena Hotel (4 star) landscapes of Cappadocia, including seven wonders of the ancient world – Gallipoli. See the memorials to the fallen the Kaymakli underground city, Goreme before arriving into Izmir for the night. BD World War I soldiers from Australia, New DAY 2 Istanbul open-air museum and the natural Kaya Izmir Thermal Hotel (5 star) Zealand and Turkey at Anzac Cove, the After breakfast you’ll embark on a full fortress of Uchisar. You will also have Nek, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair. B day guided tour of Turkey’s capital city. lunch in a cave restaurant and get to taste DAY 7 Izmir / Ephesus – Sirince Arena Hotel (4 star) See Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia, Blue the famous Pottery Kebap. Afterwards Today’s excursion takes you to Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. This you have the opportunity to discover how spectacular Ephesus, a Greco-Roman DAY 10 Istanbul evening is free to spend as you wish. B local handicrafts are made. BL city with 2,000 years of history. Explore Today is your last day of sightseeing in Arena Hotel (4 star) Yusuf Yigitoglu Mansion or the city’s many historic temples and Turkey and what better way to spend it Alfina Cave Hotel (Cave Hotel) the famous library. You will also visit the than with a food tour of the major districts DAY 3 Istanbul – Cappadocia beautiful hilltop village of Sirince before of Istanbul. You’ll start the day at the Spice This morning you will be transferred DAY 5 Cappadocia – returning to Izmir for overnight. BLD Market, learning about all the spices that to the airport for your flight to Kayseri Konya – Pammukale Kaya Izmir Thermal Hotel (5 star) dominated Ottoman cuisine. Continue (Cappadocia). Upon arrival, you will Today you will drive to Konya with a stop onto the Galata area, where you’ll taste visit a Turasan wine factory and enjoy en route at the 13th century Sultan Han, DAY 8 Izmir – foods from the Anatolian regions, and of a tasting of the local wines produced the largest caravanserai in Turkey. After Pergamum – Canakkale course, Turkish coffee. The last stop on there. Then continue on a jeep safari a visit to the Monastery of the Mevlana Continue north along the coast to the this tour is Beyoglu where you’ll explore adventure. Afterwards, you’ll drive from Whirling Dervishes, you’ll continue onto ancient Greek city of Pergamum to the labyrinth streets for the best Turkish Goreme to Cavusin, stopping at all the Pammukale for the night. BD see the Acropolis. Then on to the ruins pizza. If you have room, conclude your key photo stops and viewpoints along Hotel Doga Thermal (4 star) of Troy, founded 5,000 years ago and tour with a famous elastic ice cream. B the way. Later, you’ll have some free time famous through the tales of the Trojan Arena Hotel (4 star) in the former Greek town of Sinasos DAY 6 Pammukale – War in Homer’s Iliad. After, continue to before heading back to your hotel for the Hierapolis –Izmir Canakkale. BD DAY 11 Istanbul night. BD Drive through the fertile plains of western Hotel Kolin (4 star) After breakfast, your tour concludes Yusuf Yigitoglu Mansion or Turkey to the ancient city of Hierapolis, with a departure transfer to the airport. B Alfina Cave Hotel (Cave Hotel) with its magnificent Necropolis.
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26 BEST SELLER BEST OF DALMATIA Deluxe Cruise
8 Days / Between Dubrovnik and Split / Cruise aboard MS Cristal
VIS Highlights
Extended stay on Hvar Island, including traditional lunch with wine tasting Witness the magical Blue Cave on the island of Bisevo Explore Mljet Island with its stunning National Park Discover the charming ports and small islands of Dalmatia Farewell dinner with Klapa entertainment (traditional live music)
Inclusions with Beyond
8 day cruise in a sea-view cabin 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 2 dinners Complimentary beverage with lunch Guided tours: Dubrovnik, Hvar Town, Hvar Island, Korcula and Split * Visit: Blue Cave on the island of Bisevo and Mljet National Park Your deluxe vessel MS Cristal Whisper headset technology system used for touring Built in 2018, the ship features the latest state-of- Services of an experienced Captain, crew and the-art equipment and amenities, with fresh, sleek English-speaking Tour Manager interiors and offers 19 spacious sea-view cabins. Port fees, tourist taxes and Mljet National Park fees This modern vessel features a large restaurant with a bar, a sun deck, spacious jacuzzi and at the Arrival and departure transfers (first and last days only) rear of the boat is a swimming platform. Complimentary Wi-Fi
DAY 1 Dubrovnik DAY 4 Korcula – Vis and lavender (seasonal), followed 2020 Guaranteed departures Your cruise commences with Stop for a refreshing swim in the by a traditional lunch including Dubrovnik – Split an arrival transfer to MS Cristal. warm waters of the Adriatic as you wine tasting at a local restaurant. This evening, meet your Captain sail to beautiful Vis Island which until Overnight in Stari Grad. BL May 30; Jun 20, 27; Jul 25; Aug 22, 29; Sep 5, 12, 26 and crew and enjoy a welcome the late 80’s was closed to tourism Split – Dubrovnik^ dinner on board. D and served as a military zone for the DAY 7 Hvar – Brac – Split Jun 13, 27; Aug 22, 29; Sep 5, 12, 19 Yugoslav army. Its authenticity is still Explore one of the Adriatic’s loveliest ^The itinerary in the reverse direction (Split-Dubrovnik) DAY 2 Dubrovnik – Sipan evident as you explore the Vis Town islands, Brac and the picturesque varies slightly to that shown. Please see our website or Experience Dubrovnik, the “Pearl waterfront. BL town of Bol where you can find contact Beyond Travel for further details. of the Adriatic”, and its spectacular the famous Golden Horn beach. *Certain departures will be aboard MS New Star (2018) and walled Old Town on a guided DAY 5 Vis – Bisevo – Hvar Afterwards your cruise continues MS Invictus (2020) walking tour. Your cruise begins this Cruise to Bisevo Island’s Blue Cave, to historic Split. With your guide, * afternoon as you travel to Sipan, one of the most unique natural discover the city’s historic centre Prices from $2,640 famous for its wine and its delightfully phenomena in the world. Only built around the 4th century per person twin share To laid-back ambiance. BL recently opened to the public, its Diocletian’s Palace followed by a Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window silvery blue waters are a must-see. farewell dinner with traditional Klapa open DAY 3 Sipan – Your journey continues to Hvar entertainment (traditional music). BD Double/ Main Std 12-18sqm Window Yes Mljet – Korcula Town, the historical core of Hvar Twin A short cruise away is the island of DAY 8 Split Island, for a guided walking tour of Double/ Mljet; much of the island is covered this popular Adriatic hot spot. BL Your cruise concludes with Lower Std 16-18sqm Porthole No by Mljet National Park which a departure transfer for your Twin includes two unique salt water lakes DAY 6 Hvar onward journey. B For the best fares including single prices, HOT and a medieval monastery. Discover Continue your excursion around one deals, availability and full ship details visit our the unspoilt beauty of Mljet before of the world’s most stunning islands. dedicated website cruising to Korcula. On arrival, join Explore Hvar’s small fishing villages, www.cruise-croatia.com.au your fellow travellers on a walking vineyard-covered hills, olive groves tour of this enchanting town. BL and undulating fields of rosemary Earlybird Saving $300 per couple + $100 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher *From price is per person in twin share in a lower deck cabin on our 22 August departure. See the website, call or email for all other prices. Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8.
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11 Days / Cruise-tour / Dubrovnik to Rijeka / Cruise aboard MS My Wish
KOTOR
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond MS My Wish
Witness the beauty of Montenegro, a beautiful gem of 4 day land tour by modern air conditioned coach MS My Wish is a new deluxe ship launching in 2020. the Balkan region Accommodation in a 4 star hotel She will boast 19 cabins, accommodating 36 guests Walk across Mostar’s famous bridge, Stari Most in fully air-conditioned comfort with all modern 8 day cruise in a sea-view cabin amenities and en-suite. There will be a large, fully See the untouched beauty of Vis 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 4 dinners air conditioned restaurant with indoor and outdoor Dine in a local restaurant in Rab with panoramic views Guided tours: Montenegro, Dubrovnik, Mostar, seating, a sun deck and swimming platform at the Explore the nautical paradise of Kornati National Park Split, Hvar, Vis, Sibenik, Kornati National Park, rear of the ship providing easy access to the water. Appreciate Zadar, rich in history and cultural heritage Zadar, Goli Otok, Vrbnik and Rijeka Lively Captain’s dinner including Klapa music on Krk island Whisper headset technology system used New ship for touring Disembark in the fascinating northern port city of Rijeka Services of an experienced Captain, crew and English-speaking Tour Manager Balcony cabins available Port fees, tourist taxes and Kornati National Park fees Arrival transfer in Dubrovnik (first day only) Complimentary Wi-Fi Artist impression
DAY 1 Dubrovnik DAY 4 Dubrovnik – DAY 8 Zadar – Rab 2020 Guaranteed departures Your cruise-tour commences with Mostar – Split Enjoy a guided tour of Zadar’s Dubrovnik – Rijeka an arrival transfer to your hotel for Drive inland to nearby Bosnia & historical centre and admire the check-in. Enjoy time to relax before Herzegovina to visit Mostar with its 16th century Port Gate, the Square of May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1, 15, 29 meeting your tour manager for a enchanting Old Town and iconic the Five Wells, Church of St. Donat. * welcome dinner at the hotel. D stone arch bridge. Return to Croatia Cruise to Rab Island for this evenings Prices from $4,340 Valamar Lacroma Hotel (4 star) and Split for embarkation. BD dining experience at the restaurant per person twin share To or similar Onboard MS My Wish “Kamenjak” offering breathtaking Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window views. BLD open DAY2 Dubrovnik / DAY 5 Split – Hvar – Vis Onboard MS My Wish Double/ Montenegro This morning enjoy a guided tour Upper Balcony 14-16sqm Window Yes Travel to Montenegro. Explore of Split. Then continue to Hvar, DAY 9 Rab – Goli Otok – Krk Twin the Bay of Kotor, the longest and Croatia’s sunniest island. Enjoy Depart Rab and cruise for Goli Double/ Lower Std 14-16sqm Porthole No deepest fjord in southern Europe a guided tour of this buzzing city Otok, where you will visit a memorial Twin dotted with charming villages and before sailing to Vis. BL dedicated to the area’s recent political historic towns. Explore Kotor Town, Onboard MS My Wish history. Continue on to Krk, the largest At time of printing ship is under construction and specifications Perast and the islet of Our Lady of of the Croatian Islands. Tonight, are a guide only. DAY 6 Vis – Sibenik the Rocks. B enjoy a Captain’s Dinner with live For the best fares including single and triple prices, Start the day with a tour of Vis. Valamar Lacroma Hotel (4 star) entertainment on board. BLD HOT deals, availability and full ship details visit our Cruise on to Sibenik and join a or similar Onboard MS My Wish dedicated website guided tour of the city. BL DAY 3 Dubrovnik Onboard MS My Wish DAY 10 Krk – Rijeka www.cruise-croatia.com.au Discover the historic Old Town of Embark on a trip by coach to Dubrovnik on a morning guided tour, DAY 7 Sibenik – Kornati Vrbnik, a picturesque village located including visits to Rector’s Palace, National Park – Zadar on the cliffs overlooking the sea. Earlybird Saving up to $800 per couple Today, enjoy the scenic wonderland the Dominican Monastery and After, return to your ship and cruise + $200 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Franciscan Monastery with of Kornati National Park, home to Rijeka. Enjoy an afternoon its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in to more than 140 islands with guided tour. BL Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. the world. B numerous coves and crystal clear Onboard MS My Wish Valamar Lacroma Hotel (4 star) waters. Continue cruising to or similar Zadar. BL DAY 11 Rijeka Onboard MS My Wish Your cruise-tour concludes upon disembarkation. B
*From price is per person in twin share on 12 May departure in a lower deck cabin. See the website, call or email for all other prices.
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8 Days / Between Split and Dubrovnik / Cruise aboard MS Ambassador
BISEVO
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond MS Ambassador
Enjoy a welcome dinner on board in Split 8 day cruise in a sea-view cabin The brand new MS Ambassador, boasting 20 Discover UNESCO World Heritage Listed Trogir 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 2 dinners modern cabins, is a sophisticated motor-yacht constructed in 2019. Boasting state of the art Tour the magnificent Blue Cave on the island Guided tours: Split, Trogir, Hvar, Korcula and Dubrovnik equipment and amenities, the MS Ambassador of Bisevo Visit: Blue Cave on Bisevo Island and Mljet National Park features highlights such as a salon style restaurant Wander the charming cobbled laneways of Whisper headset technology system used for touring on the upper deck with a stylish lounge and bar; a Korcula Town sun deck, the Elegance Rooftop Jacuzzi and a Services of an experienced Captain, crew and English- Explore Mljet National Park and it’s salt lakes large swimming platform for easy access into speaking Tour Manager crystal blue waters. Overnight in Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ Bisevo Blue Cave and Mljet National Park entrance fees Anchor in the picturesque fishermans village of Sipan Complimentary Wi-Fi New ship Enjoy a Captain’s Dinner onboard in Sipan
Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Split (see page 43) and Dubrovnik (see pages 44/45).
DAY 1 Split DAY 3 Trogir – Bol – Hvar DAY 5 Vis – Korcula 2020 Guaranteed departures Your cruise commences in Split, Begin today with a visit to Golden This morning, cruise to Korcula, the Split – Dubrovnik where embarkation begins at Horn beach, famous for its ever- supposed birthplace of Marco Polo. Apr 25; May 9, 23; Jun 6, 20; Jul 4, 18; Aug 1, 15, 29; 1.00pm, followed by free time to changing shape. Enjoy free time in After a swim stop en route and lunch Sep 12, 26; Oct 10 explore the city. This evening meet Bol before lunch on board as you on board, arrive at the island’s main Dubrovnik – Split^ your Captain, crew and fellow cruise to Hvar, one of Croatia’s most settlement where you will embark on passengers at a Welcome Dinner to popular islands. Here, embark on a a sightseeing tour of the city before Apr 18; May 2, 30; Jun 13; Jul 11, 25; Aug 8; kick-start your adventure. D guided sightseeing tour of the town an evening at leisure. BL Sep 5, 19; Oct 17 where you will learn about the history ^The itinerary in the reverse direction (Dubrovnik-Split) varies DAY2 Split – Trogir and culture of the island. BL DAY 6 Korcula – slightly to the above. Please see our website or contact Beyond Start your day with a guided Mljet – Sipan Travel for further details. sightseeing tour of Split, where you DAY 4 Hvar – Bisevo – Vis Depart this morning for Mljet where will walk through the world famous Today’s first stop is a visit to the you will have free time to roam the Diocletian’s Palace. At over 1700 spectacular Blue Cave on Bisevo National Park and visit the 12th Prices from $2,290* years old, Split offers a myriad of whose natural underwater entrance Century Benedictine Monastery. per person twin share cultural and historical sights which creates a magical deep blue light This afternoon, arrive in Sipan and To Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window you can explore during some free that engulfs the interior. After lunch enjoy free time before a Captain’s open time. Afterwards cruise to Trogir, you’ll cruise to Vis, used as an Dinner this evening, with live a UNESCO World Heritage listed important military stronghold for entertainment. BLD Upper VIP Double 13.7sqm Window Yes site. A guided sightseeing tour of the years, leaving the architecture and DAY 7 Sipan – Dubrovnik Double/ 14- town will introduce you to the city’s beaches relatively untouched. Main Std Window Yes highlights with free time to explore This evening is free for you to In the morning cruise past the Twin 18.4sqm Elaphite Islands to Dubrovnik, your afterwards. BL discover the island. BL Double/ 12.8- last port of call. After lunch embark Lower Std Porthole No Twin 16.5sqm on a guided city tour of the “Pearl of the Adriatic” followed by some free For the best fares including single prices, HOT time to explore the UNESCO World deals, availability and full ship details visit our Heritage listed city. BL dedicated website DAY 8 Dubrovnik www.cruise-croatia.com.au Your cruise concludes on disembarkation in Dubrovnik. B VIS Price excludes: port fees, tourist taxes (one off payment (EUR 40 per person) to be paid locally). *From price is per person in twin share on 25 April and 10 October departures in a lower deck cabin. See the website, call or email for all other prices.
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8 Days / Athens to Athens / Cruise aboard MS Galileo
PAROS
Highlights
Discover famous Greek Isles and those less known on one unique cruise See one of Santorini’s world-famous sunsets Explore the lively port of Mykonos Get a taste of the enchanting life on Folegandros Swim off the boat in beautiful bays of the Cyclades Have time to absorb local life and wander romantic towns Inclusions with Beyond
8 day cruise in a sea-view cabin FOLEGANDROS 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners Complimentary tea, coffee and water daily MS Galileo* Visit: Cape Sounion, the temple of Poseidon Services of an experienced Captain, crew and The 48 metre MS Galileo, renovated in 2016 is a multi-lingual Tour Manager classic hull motorsailer accommodating 49 guests in 24 cabins. All cabins are elegantly decorated, Port fees and tourist taxes with private en suite, air conditioning and all with Extend your stay large portholes. The main deck has a lounge area Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and and guests can enjoy the outdoor deck. accommodation options in Athens (see page 48).
DAY 1 Athens – Poros the charming village of Oia with its DAY 6 Syros 2020 Guaranteed departures Welcome to Greece! Embarkation breathtaking views over the caldera. Your day begins with a swim before Athens – Athens is at 2.00pm, when you’ll set sail with Spend this evening exploring the a morning cruise to Syros, the capital Apr 17, 24; May 15, 22, 29; Jun 5, 12, 26; Jul 10, 17, 24, 31; a welcome drink in hand for Poros: many tavernas and souvenir stores of the Cycladic Islands. Enjoy the Aug 7, 14, 21, 28; Sep 4, 11, 18, 25; Oct 2, 9, 16, 30 a busy, charming port surrounded in the main town of Fira. BL island’s sandy beaches or wander by picturesque hills. After your visit the town to admire its neoclassical * here, you’ll continue overnight to DAY 4 Antiparos – Paros buildings, old mansions and white Prices from $4,235 Poliegos. D After a morning’s scenic cruise enjoy washed houses cascading down to per person twin share a swim at Antiparos. On arrival in the harbour. BL To DAY 2 Poliegos – Paros you will be offered an optional Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window open Folegandros tour of Parikia, with its Cycladic DAY 7 Kythnos – Athens Double/ Large Arrive this morning at the uninhabited architecture of whitewashed flat- This morning anchor off Kythnos for Upper Cat A 12-13sqm No Cycladic island of Poliegos, known roofed houses and the quaint village a refreshing swim in Kolones Bay. Twin Porthole for its amazing beaches. Enjoy your of Naoussa. This evening, enjoy a End your journey with a cruise to Double/ Lower Cat B 11-14sqm Porthole No first swim stop before a lunchtime festive Greek night on-board. BD Athens, via a stop at Cape Sounion Twin barbecue. This afternoon you will sail and the Temple of Poseidon, built in Double/ DAY 5 Delos – Mykonos Lower Cat C 9-11sqm Porthole No to lesser known Folegandros, one 440 B.C. BD Twin of the most traditional islands of the Today you will be offered an Aegean Sea, where your ship will optional morning tour to the unique DAY 8 Athens *Certain departures will be aboard MS Panorama (1993). archaeological site of Delos, the Your cruise concludes on spend the evening. BL For the best fares including single and triple prices, mythical birthplace of Apollo and disembarkation in Athens. B HOT deals, availability and full ship details visit our DAY 3 Folegandros – Artemis. This afternoon you’ll stop at dedicated website Santorini one of Mykonos’s beautiful bays for This morning, cruise to beautiful a swim before arriving into the lively www.cruise-croatia.com.au Santorini, arguably the most famous port. Stroll through the town’s narrow of all Greek islands. You will have streets amongst the picturesque the opportunity to join an optional white washed houses and windmills tour of the Akrotiri excavations and overlooking the Cyclades. BL
*Price excludes: Shore excursions. From price is per person in twin share in a lower deck cabin. See the website, call or email for all other prices.
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8 Days / Athens to Athens / Cruise aboard MS Harmony G
MYKONOS
Highlights
Visit the lesser known island of Kea – known for its natural beauty Explore at your leisure the archaeological sites and villages on Santorini Visit the peaceful island of Kythira Explore Crete, the largest island in Greece Discover the remarkable medieval village Monemvasia Uncover the unspoilt UNESCO island of Hydra Inclusions with Beyond SANTORINI
8 day cruise in a sea-view cabin MS Harmony G 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 1 dinner This sleek and modern vessel was fully renovated Complimentary tea, coffee and water daily in 2012 and boasts a number of comfortable and Services of an experienced Captain, crew and spacious indoor and outdoor areas. 44 guests are English-speaking Tour Manager accommodated in 21 cabins which are located on the main and upper decks and have modern Port fees and tourist taxes facilities, including private en suites. The MS Harmony Extend your stay G will impress with classic wood panelling and Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and warm fabrics. accommodation options in Athens (see page 48).
DAY 1 Athens – Kea centre of the Santorini or take an DAY 6 Monemvassia – 2020 Guaranteed departures Your Greek journey begins in Athens, optional tour to the historical site of Nafplion where embarkation is at 2.00pm. Akrotiri. In the evening, you will have Depart this morning for Athens – Athens After a welcome drink, your ship sets the opportunity to visit Oia to take Monemvassia, a remarkable Apr 17, 24; May 1, 22, 29; Jun 5, 19, 26; Jul 3, 17, 24, 31; sail for Cape Sounion, then onto Kea, in iconic views over the volcanic medieval fortified town on the Greek Aug 7, 21, 28; Sep 4, 18, 25; Oct 9, 16, 23 where you will have the opportunity caldera. Overnight at sea on route to mainland. Here you have time at to explore the small port of Korrisia. Crete. BL leisure to discover this uniquely *per person twin share You’ll spend tonight at sea on route preserved Byzantine and Venetian Prices from $4,545 to your next island stop. D DAY 4 Crete town. This afternoon, continue to To Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window Disembark at Crete’s famous and Nafplion with a swim stop along the open DAY 2 Delos – Mykonos lively port of Rethymnon. Wander way. Spend this evening at leisure Double/ Arrive this morning at Delos, the through the city’s narrow streets exploring the old quarter. BL Upper Cat P 15-18m2 Window No mythical birthplace of Apollo and and discover remains of Venetian Twin Artemis, for an optional visit to an and Ottoman architecture. Whilst in DAY 7 Nafplion – Hydra Main Cat A Twin 10.5-11m2 Window No open-air museum with many Rethymnon you will be offered an This morning you will be offered ancient monuments and buildings. optional tour to the ancient city of an optional tour to Mycenae, one Afterwards cruise to Mykonos, with Knossos before a late departure for of the earliest Greek civilizations, Main Cat B Twin 10.5-11m2 Window No a swim stop on the way. This evening, Kythira. BL to visit the imposing Lion’s Gate, Double/ wander the narrow streets of this lively Mycenae Palace and the Tomb of Lower Cat C 10-11m2 Porthole No DAY 5 Kythira Twin port town and experience the great Agamemnon. Afterwards continue For the best fares including single prices, nightlife this island is famed for. BL Have a late morning swim stop to the UNESCO protected island of in the Aegean Sea before an HOT deals, availability and full ship details visit Hydra, one of the most unspoiled of our dedicated website DAY 3 Santorini afternoon arrival in Kythira, a lesser the Greek islands. Tonight, cruise At noon arrive to Santorini, known for known island gem fast becoming a back to Athens. BD www.cruise-croatia.com.au its phenomenal sunsets and fairytale favourite among visitors to Greece. blue and white domed buildings. This evening is at leisure to visit the DAY 8 Athens per couple^ Go ashore and take the cable car picturesque main town of Chora. BL Your cruise concludes on Earlybird Saving $1,250 to Fira, the cultural and commercial disembarkation in Athens. B Deposit by 31 January 2020. Details on page 8.
*Price excludes: shore excursions. ^Earlybird savings valid for all dates excluding September departures. From price is per person, twin share in a lower deck cabin (Cat C). See the website, call or email for all other prices.
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9 Days / Between Split and Dubrovnik
HVAR
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures April to October Spend 2 nights each in Split, Hvar, Korcula 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation and Dubrovnik 8 breakfasts Prices from $1,480 Explore Split, a UNESCO World Heritage listed site Catamaran tickets: Split – Hvar, Per Person Twin Share View the classic Mediterranean landscape of Hvar Hvar – Korcula and Korcula – Dubrovnik Split – Dubrovnik (or reverse) from $1,480 Visit Korcula and it’s natural beauty and Transfers between hotels, bus stations and ports red-roofed towns Guided tours: Split and Dubrovnik For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, Conclude in Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic” Arrival and departure transfers availability and detailed information, visit our website www.beyondtravel.com.au
Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Split (see page 43) and Dubrovnik (see pages 44/45).
DAY 1 Split DAY 4 Hvar transferred to your hotel with the rest of carefully preserved over the centuries. Begin with an arrival transfer to your Sunny Hvar, as the slogan reads, is the day at leisure. B On a guided tour you will explore hotel, with the remainder of the day characterised by gentle winters, warm Hotel Lero (4 star) the Rector’s Palace, the Franciscan at leisure to explore the sights of this summers and many hours of sunshine. Monastery with its 14th century Dalmatian city. Join an optional tour or take a wander Note: The catamaran Korcula to Pharmacy, as well as other places Hotel Globo (4 star) through the maze of streets and squares Dubrovnik does not operate daily during of interest. We recommend a walk that make up Hvar Town is a must, as is a certain times of the year (Mar-May and along the famous city walls or a cable DAY 2 Split visit to the medieval fortress. B Oct). During this time you will travel by bus car journey to the top of Srd Hill for Enjoy a guided tour of Split, the Pharos (3 star) between Korcula and Dubrovnik should spectacular views. B UNESCO World Heritage Site with the ferry not operate. Hotel Lero (4 star) a rich cultural heritage. View remnants DAY 5 Hvar – Korcula of the city’s Roman heritage as your tour Transfer to the pier for your catamaran DAY 8 Dubrovnik DAY 9 Dubrovnik focuses on the 3rd century Diocletian’s to Korcula. Upon arrival, you will be Surrounded by ramparts and fortresses, Your tour concludes with a departure Palace, which represents the heart transferred to your hotel with the rest of this ancient town is a treasure trove of transfer for your onward journey. B of the inner city, where all the most the day at leisure. B architectural and cultural masterpieces, important historical buildings can Hotel Marko Polo (4 star) be found. B Hotel Globo (4 star) DAY 6 Korcula Korcula has a legendary past, deemed DAY 3 Split – Hvar by many as Marco Polo’s birthplace. Today, you will be transferred to the This quaint island offers secluded little pier to take a catamaran to the island of bays to hide away, unspoiled natural Hvar. On arrival, you will be transferred beauties and small towns of red-roofed to your hotel. B houses. Take an optional tour or explore Pharos (3 star) at your leisure. B Hotel Marko Polo (4 star) DAY 7 Korcula – Dubrovnik Transfer to the pier for your catamaran
to Dubrovnik. Upon arrival, you will be KORCULA
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14 Days / Venice to Dubrovnik
DUBROVNIK
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures April to October Explore the winding streets of medieval Rovinj 4 star hotel accommodation See the colours of St. Mark’s Church in Zagreb 13 breakfasts Prices from $3,740 Roam the beautiful lakes and waterfalls in Guided tours: Plitvice Lakes and Montenegro Per Person Twin Share Plitvice Lakes Private vehicle transfers: Venice Airport/Piazzale Venice – Dubrovnik from $3,740 Learn about famed explorer Marco Polo in Korcula Roma – Rovinj and Rovinj – Zagreb Spend 3 nights in Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Transfers between airports, hotels, For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, the Adriatic” ports and bus stations availability and detailed information, visit our website Join a day trip to Perast and Kotor in Montenegro Catamaran and ferry transfers: Split – Hvar, www.beyondtravel.com.au Hvar – Korcula and Korcula – Dubrovnik
Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Dubrovnik (see pages 44/55).
DAY 1 Venice – Rovinj St. Mark’s Church in the Upper Town, DAY 7 Split – Hvar DAY 11 Korcula – Dubrovnik Your adventure begins in Venice with a to the bustling Jelacic Square in the After breakfast, embark on the ferry to This morning depart Korcula by mid morning transfer to Rovinj, a fishing Lower Town. B Hvar, Croatia’s sunniest island and a catamaran, and arrive in nearby town on the Istrian peninsula in Croatia. Hotel Palace (4 star) popular tourist destination. Upon your Dubrovnik. Upon arrival you will be Hotel Eden (4 star) arrival, check in to your hotel before transferred your hotel for your three DAY 5 Zagreb – Plitvice – Split getting acquainted with this charming night stay. B DAY 2 Rovinj This morning you will join a guided tour port town. B Hotel Lero (4 star) The medieval town of Rovinj is an Istrian from Zagreb to Plitvice where you can Hotel Amfora (4 star) jewel with a charming Old Town. A stroll through the winding pathways DAY 12 Dubrovnik tangle of cobbled streets lined with old of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Take DAY 8 Hvar Dubrovnik is the indisputable Pearl of buildings stretches from the seafront in the incredible natural scenery of Enjoy a free day in Hvar to discover the the Adriatic with an Old Town centre that and surrounds the hilltop church of St. the cascading turquoise lakes before island’s history, culture and way of life. B is entirely listed as a UNESCO World Euphemia, whose tall steeple dominates continuing to Split. Enjoy an evening Hotel Amfora (4 star) Heritage site. Take the opportunity today the skyline. A day at leisure allows you to at leisure where you can dine at one to explore the remains of this ancient take in the magic of this small town. B of the many restaurants that line the DAY 9 Hvar – Korcula city. B Hotel Eden (4 star) waterfront. B Transfer to the port for your catamaran Hotel Lero (4 star) Hotel Globo (4 star) to medieval Korcula. On arrival in DAY 3 Rovinj – Zagreb Korcula Town, often referred to as “Little DAY 13 Dubrovnik / Montenegro This morning you will be transferred to DAY 6 Split Dubrovnik”, you will have the opportunity Join a day trip to Montenegro with Croatia’s vibrant capital, Zagreb. Enjoy Split is a UNESCO World Heritage site to explore this charming island city. B stops in the charming town of Perast the afternoon at leisure to begin your with a rich heritage and an Old Town built Hotel Liburna (4 star) before enjoying a guided tour in Kotor, discovery of this captivating city. B amongst the ruins of the remarkable surrounded high mountains with a fjord- Hotel Palace (4 star) 3rd century Diocletian’s Palace. Enjoy DAY 10 Korcula shaped bay. Return to Dubrovnik and a free day to explore the many Roman Claimed by many as the birthplace of spend the rest of the day at leisure. B DAY 4 Zagreb and Gothic structures that lie within the famed merchant explorer Marco Polo, Hotel Lero (4 star) Your day is free to explore Zagreb at palace walls, or alternatively pre-book a Korcula has a long and legendary history. your leisure, or perhaps, pre-book a private guided tour (see page 43). B Spend your free day wandering through DAY 14 Dubrovnik private guided tour (see page 42). This Hotel Globo (4 star) its ancient fish-bone streets or venture Your journey concludes with a departure city has many historical and architectural further and discover other great spots on transfer for your onward journey. B highlights, from the colourfully tiled the island of Korcula. B Hotel Liburna (4 star) *From price is per person based in twin share in low season. See the website, call or email for all other prices. Talk to us about your next holiday | Australia 1300 363 554 | New Zealand 0800 550 065 www.beyondtravel.com.au / 33 HIGHLIGHTS OF CROATIA Tailor-Made
8 Days / Between Zagreb and Dubrovnik
ZAGREB
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December A perfect tour for the independent traveller, 4 star centrally located hotel accommodation with time to explore and enjoy (best available in Plitvice) Prices from $1,595 Explore stunning Split, one of the Adriatic’s most 7 breakfasts Per Person Twin Share vibrant port cities Coach: Zagreb – Plitvice and Split – Dubrovnik Zagreb – Dubrovnik (or reverse) from $1,595 Discover Zagreb’s historic Upper Town and Private transfers Plitvice – Split vibrant culture Private transfers between airports, hotels and For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, Explore the incredible natural beauty of bus stations in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik Plitvice Lakes National Park availability and detailed information, visit our website Spend 2 nights in Dubrovnik, the www.beyondtravel.com.au “Pearl of the Adriatic”
Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Zagreb (see page 42) and Dubrovnik (see pages 44/45).
DAY 1 Zagreb turquoise lakes and the limestone DAY 6 Split – Dubrovnik Your tour commences with an arrival canyons or perhaps take a boat trip This morning, transfer by bus to Dubrovnik transfer to your hotel. After check in, across Lake Kozjak. B (approximately 4.5 hours). This particular begin your discovery of Croatia’s capital, Hotel Jezero (3 star) journey is one of the most scenic drives a vibrant, energetic city that is contrast to in the world; you can relax and enjoy the the popular Dalmatian coast. DAY 4 Plitvice – Split views as you drive along the coastline that Best Western Hotel Astoria This morning you will be privately winds its way between dramatic cliffs and (4 star) transferred to the Dalmatian city of Split. the sparkling Adriatic. B Your afternoon is free to explore the Hotel Lero (4 star) DAY 2 Zagreb sights including the bustling waterfront Today explore Zagreb, a city with many and the Roman ruins of the Old Town. B DAY 7 Dubrovnik historical, architectural and cultural Hotel Globo (4 star) Surrounded by ramparts and fortresses, highlights, at your leisure, alternatively this ancient town is a treasure trove pre-book a morning private guided DAY 5 Split carefully preserved over the centuries. tour – see our great range of sightseeing Split is a UNESCO World Heritage site You may explore by yourself or pre- options on page 42. With a history dating with a rich cultural and monumental book a privately guided city tour (see back to 1094, there is much to see such heritage. The highlights are the city’s page 44 & 45). There is so much to see as the Cathedral of the Assumption, Roman heritage and the 4th century in medieval Dubrovnik: the Old Town, Church of St. Mark and Jelacic Square. B Diocletian’s Palace, which represents the Stradun, Rector’s Palace and the Best Western Hotel Astoria the heart of the inner city. Explore the Franciscan Monastery, not to mention (4 star) many Roman and Gothic structures that a walk along the top of the famous city lie within the walls of the palace on your walls. B DAY 3 Zagreb – Plitvice own or pre-book an optional guided tour Hotel Lero (4 star) This morning transfer by bus to Plitvice (see page 43). This afternoon spend Lakes National Park (approximately time enjoying the charm and ambiance DAY 8 Dubrovnik 2.5 hours). On arrival, make the short walk of the city on your own. B Your tour concludes with a departure to your hotel. Pre-book a guided tour or Hotel Globo (4 star) transfer for your onward journey. B stroll on your own through the cascading
DUBROVNIK
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11 Days / Zagreb to Dubrovnik
SLOVENIA
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures March to November Enjoy the freedom to discover Croatia 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation and Slovenia at your own pace (best available in Plitvice) Prices from $1,790 Spend 2 nights in medieval Zagreb, 10 breakfasts Per Person Twin Share capital of Croatia 8 day car rental (compact manual) Zagreb – Dubrovnik from $1,790 Explore the fairy tale, lake-side town of Arrival and departure transfers Bled in Slovenia For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, Marvel at the breathtaking views as availability and detailed information, visit our website you drive along the coast from Split to Dubrovnik www.beyondtravel.com.au More self drive options Extend your stay We offer a range of self drive options in Croatia and beyond. Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation Call our friendly team for expert advice and we can plan a options in Zagreb (see page 2) and Dubrovnik (see pages 44/45). holiday to suit your requirements.
DAY 1 Zagreb DAY 4 Bled including fresh seafood, truffles, olive DAY 9 Split – Dubrovnik Your tour commences with an arrival This morning, perhaps book a tour of oils and wine. B Today embark on one of the most scenic transfer to your hotel. Settle in, then Bled (see page 40), a stunning jewel of Hotel Eden (4 star) drives in Europe; enjoy the views as you spend the rest of the day exploring this the Julian Alps. Visit the town’s sights hug the coastline along the sparkling charming city at your own pace including Bled Castle, take a pletna DAY 7 Rovinj – Plitvice Adriatic down to Dubrovnik. B Hotel Best Western Astoria (traditional boat) ride to the island in the Drive inland to one of Croatia’s most Hotel Lero (4 star) (4 star) middle of the lake, or a scenic drive to spectacular sights, Plitvice Lakes visit Lake Bohinj. B National Park. This UNESCO-listed park DAY 10 Dubrovnik DAY 2 Zagreb Hotel Astoria (3 star) with its cascading waterfalls connecting Surrounded by ramparts and fortresses, Today explore Zagreb at your leisure, a series of terraced turquoise lakes Dubrovnik is a treasure trove carefully or pre-book a guided city tour (see DAY 5 Bled – Postojna – Rovinj offers a wonderful stay in the heart of preserved over the centuries. You page 42) to learn of the long history of Today, return to Croatia and the mainland Croatia. B may explore by yourself or pre-book Croatia’s capital. There is much to see picturesque fishing village of Rovinj. Hotel Jezero (3 star) a privately guided city tour (see page in both the “Upper” and “Lower” Towns En route, stop at the impressive Postojna 44/45). There is so much to see in such as the Assumption Cathedral, Caves, home to one of the largest cave DAY 8 Plitvice – Trogir – Split medieval Dubrovnik: the Old Town, Church of St. Mark, Jelacic Square and systems in Europe. In Rovinj, check Today, return to the coast and the pedestrian Stradun, Rector’s Palace, and the Parliament building. The remainder in to your hotel before exploring the port city of Split, via a recommended Franciscan Monastery, not to mention a of the day is at leisure. B winding cobbled streets of this charming stop in the artistic centre of Trogir. The walk along the top of the city walls. Car Hotel Best Western Astoria Mediterranean Old Town, centred highlights of Split are its Roman heritage rental return. B (4 star) around the hilltop church of and the 4th century Diocletian’s Palace, Hotel Lero (4 star) St. Euphemia. B the heart of the inner city. Explore the DAY 3 Zagreb – Ljubljana – Bled Hotel Eden (4 star) many ancient structures that lie within DAY 11 Dubrovnik Your driving adventure begins as you the walls of the palace on your own or Your tour concludes with a departure collect your rental vehicle and cross the DAY 6 Rovinj / Istrian Peninsula pre-book a guided sightseeing tour (see transfer for your onward journey. B border into Slovenia to visit the charming Spend your day in Rovinj or jump in page 43). B Hotel Lero (4 star) capital of Ljubljana. You may wish take the car to explore the stunning coastal Hotel Marul (4 star) an optional guided walking tour (see towns of the Istrian Peninsula. This page 41). Afterwards drive to Bled. B region is famous for its local produce Hotel Astoria (3 star) *From price is per person based in twin share on departures between 26 - 30 October 2020. See the website, call or email for all other prices. *Price excludes: Locally paid fees including one-way car rental drop off fee and cross-border use fee (foreign use fee), additional equipment, parking fees, sightseeing or entrance fees.
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10 Days / Athens to Athens
FOLEGANDROS
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures April to October Visit Athen’s iconic Acropolis 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Discover the hidden gems of Santorini 9 breakfasts Prices from $2,910 Explore the enchanting Cycladian island Guided tour: Athens including the Acropolis site and museum Per Person Twin Share of Folegandros Economy class fast ferry: Athens – Santorini, Athens – Athens from $2,910 Delight your tastebuds with the Santorini – Folegandros and Folegandros – Athens authentic local cuisine of Folegandros Arrival and departure transfers For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, Transfers between hotel and port in Athens, Santorini availability and detailed information, visit our website and Folegandros www.beyondtravel.com.au Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay Travel Voucher $100 per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. options in Athens (see page 48).
DAY 1 Athens DAY 4/5 Santorini DAY 7/8 Folegandros DAY 9 Folegandros – Athens Your Aegean adventure begins with a Over the next two days you have free Spend the next two days exploring Return today to Athens with a high transfer from the airport to your hotel. time to explore the magic of Santorini. Folegandros and its small churches speed ferry taking you back to the Spend the evening getting acquainted Formed 3,500 years ago by a massive entwined into the rock face, immaculate capital. On arrival you will be transferred with this ancient capital. volcanic eruption that half-submerged villages and frescoes, small plazas and to your hotel to enjoy your last evening in Wyndham Grand Athens (4 star) the island and gave it its distinctive half- rustic cafes. Walk around the clifftop Greece. B crescent shape and steep cliffs, today Old Town of Chora with its maze of Wyndham Grand Athens (4 star) DAY 2 Athens the island is a tourist paradise. Relax by pedestrian only streets lined with the Amidst a backdrop of architectural the pool; wander the charming streets of iconic white houses draped in colourful DAY 10 Athens ruins, embark on a comprehensive Fira, a stunning cluster of whitewashed bougainvillea. A visit to the Orthodox Bid farewell to Greece as you transfer to sightseeing tour of bustling Athens. Your buildings perched precariously atop Church of Panagia is also worth the walk the airport for your onward journey. B expert guide will take you to see the the cliffs, or visit nearby Oia with its for the magnificent views and stunning centre of the city, including Constitution breathtaking postcard views over the sunsets. B Square, House of Parliament, Memorial Aegean Sea. Santorini is an experience Anemi Hotel (5 star) to the Unknown Soldier and many other not to be missed. B sights. You’ll also visit the magnificent El Greco Resort & Spa (4 star) Acropolis where you can admire the famous Parthenon and the New DAY 6 Santorini – Folegandros Acropolis Museum. B After breakfast, travel just one hour by Wyndham Grand Athens (4 star) ferry from Santorini to Folegandros. Named after the son of King Minos, DAY 3 Athens – Santorini this off-the-beaten-path island is an This morning you will be transferred to authentic gem – a tranquil time warp Piraeus port for your high speed ferry of relaxed dining, stunning Aegean to the island of Santorini. On arrival in sunsets and walks through rugged Santorini you will be met and transferred landscapes. B to your hotel, with the remainder of your Anemi Hotel (5 star) day at leisure. B El Greco Resort & Spa (4 star) MONASTIRAKI SQUARE
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10 Days / Athens to Athens
SANTORINI
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures April to October Explore the incredible ancient Acropolis 4 star hotel accommodation in Athens 9 breakfasts Prices from $1,995 Visit Mykonos, the most famous island in Guided tour: Athens including the Acropolis site and Per Person Twin Share the Aegean and most popular in Greece Acropolis Museum Athens – Athens from $1,995 Visit magical Santorini and witness one High-speed economy class ferry: Athens – Mykonos, of Oia’s famous sunsets Mykonos – Santorini and Santorini – Athens See the iconic windmills of Mykonos For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, Transfers between airport, hotels and port terminals availability and detailed information, visit our website www.beyondtravel.com.au
Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Athens (see page 48).
DAY 1 Athens DAY 3 Athens – Mykonos DAY 6 Mykonos – Santorini DAY 9 Santorini – Athens Your time in Greece commences with an After an early breakfast you will be This morning you will be transferred to Return today to Athens on the fast ferry. arrival transfer to your hotel. After check transferred to the port of Piraeus for Mykonos port and board the fast ferry You will arrive into Piraeus in the late in start your discovery of the ancient your ferry to Mykonos. Relax on board to your next island stop - Santorini, the evening where a private vehicle will be capital of Greece. as you cruise across the Aegean Sea most spectacular of the Greek islands. waiting to transfer you to your hotel for Hotel Titania (4 star) to the island famous for its windmills, On arrival you will be transferred by the night. B pristine beaches, gourmet food and private vehicle up the steep sides of Hotel Titania (4 star) DAY 2 Athens great nightlife. On arrival you will be the volcanic caldera to your hotel. After On your sightseeing tour of Athens this transferred to your hotel for the next settling in, make sure to venture out to DAY 10 Athens morning, your expert guide will take you three nights. B a fantastic viewpoint this evening to Your tour concludes with a departure to see the centre of the city where you’ll Hotel Pelican Bay (4 star) enjoy a breathtaking display of your first transfer for your onward journey. B see the Constitution Square, House Santorini sunset. B of Parliament, the Memorial to the DAY 4/ 5 Mykonos Hotel El Greco (4 star) Unknown Soldier and the many more For the next two days your time is your sights. Your tour also includes a visit own on this charming island. Relax by DAY 7/8 Santorini to the stadium where the first Olympic the hotel pool or on one of the island’s Over the next 2 days you have free time Games were held, the New Acropolis many fine beaches. Explore Mykonos to explore and discover the wonder Museum to learn more about this iconic Town where you can stroll through the of Santorini, formed 3,500 years ago Greek wonder as well as a climb up the narrow streets amongst picturesque by a massive volcanic eruption that Acropolis to the Parthenon. B whitewashed houses down to the half submerged the island and gave Hotel Titania (4 star) harbour where the locals still fish using it its distinctive half-crescent shape traditional methods. In the evening, and steep cliffs. Wander the streets of Mykonos comes alive, so live like a local Fira, a stunning cluster of whitewashed and visit one of the many restaurants and buildings perched precariously atop cafes that line the port. B the cliffs, or visit nearby Oia with its Hotel Pelican Bay (4 star) picture-postcard views over the Aegean Sea. Santorini is an experience not to be missed. B Hotel El Greco (4 star) MYKONOS
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12 Days / Athens to Santorini
DELPHI
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 departures April to October (Sunday, Monday and Friday) Experience a guided tour of 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Ancient Greece 11 breakfasts and 3 dinners Prices from $2,940* See the famous clifftop monasteries English-speaking Tour Manager (days 3-6) of Meteora Per Person Twin Share Guided tour: Athens including the Acropolis site and Athens – Santorini $2,940 Explore the windmill-dotted Old Town Acropolis Museum of Mykonos Visit: Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi Visit the picture perfect blue and white For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT domes of Santorini Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle (days 3-5) deals, availability and detailed information, visit our website High-speed economy class ferries: Athens - Mykonos, www.beyondtravel.com.au Mykonos - Santorini Transfers between hotels and port terminals Arrival transfer (Athens)
Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Athens (see page 48).
DAY 1 Athens and the best preserved of the nine tholos DAY 6 Kalambaka – Athens DAY 9 Mykonos Welcome to Greece! Over the next found in Mycenae. Continue to Olympia, Make sure to have your cameras ready Today your time is your own on this 12 days you’re going to see all the major birthplace of the Olympic Games. BD for today’s visit to Meteora, which means charming island. Relax by the hotel pool historical and famous sights of this Hotel Arty Grand (5 star) “suspended in the air.” Perched high on or on one of the island’s beaches. In wonderful country. Upon arrival today, be sandstone pillars are six 14th century the evening, Mykonos comes alive, so transferred to your hotel then the rest of DAY 4 Olympia – Delphi Greek Orthodox monasteries. The live like a local and visit one of the many your day is at leisure. Today will start with a visit to the largest, the Great Meteoron, houses restaurants and cafes that line the port. B Hotel Titania (5 star) Archaeological Site where you’ll find a museum full of religious artefacts, Hotel Pelican Bay (4 star) the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Byzantine art, frescoes and icons. B DAY 2 Athens Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Hotel Titania (5 star) DAY 10 Mykonos – Santorini This morning, your expert guide will Museum of Olympia. In the afternoon Board the fast ferry to your next island take you to see the centre of the city drive across the Corinthian Bay to Delphi, DAY 7 Athens – Mykonos stop - Santorini, the most spectacular where you’ll see the Constitution Square, the center of the Ancient World – the After an early breakfast you will be of the Greek islands. On arrival you will House of Parliament, and the Memorial “Omphalos” (Navel of Earth) – whose transferred to the port of Piraeus for your be transferred by private vehicle up the to the Unknown Soldier. Your tour also prestige extended far beyond the ferry to Mykonos. Relax on board as you steep sides of the volcanic caldera to includes a visit to the stadium where the boundaries of the Hellenic World. BD cruise across the Aegean Sea to the your hotel. After settling in, make sure to first Olympic Games were held, the New Hotel Amalia (4 star) island famous for its windmills, beaches, venture out to a fantastic viewpoint for Acropolis Museum to learn more about gourmet food and great nightlife. B your first Santorini sunset. B this iconic Greek wonder as well as a DAY 5 Delphi – Kalambaka Hotel Pelican Bay (4 star) Hotel El Greco (4 star) climb the Acropolis to the Parthenon. B This morning visit Delphi to explore Hotel Titania (5 star) the Temple of Apollo and the Museum DAY 8 Mykonos DAY 11 Santorini containing masterpieces of Ancient Today, discover the highlights of Explore the island of Santorini today DAY 3 Athens – Mycenae – Greek sculpture, such as the bronze Mykonos on an optional tour of the island. on an optional full-day guided tour or Olympia Charioteer and the famous athlete Take a comfortable city walk to sites relax at its volcanic beaches, taste local Your journey begins as you drive along Aghias. Afterwards, depart for like Little Venice and the windmill area, wine and experience the world-famous the coast to the Corinth Canal to visit Kalambaka, a small town nearby to the Paraportiani church and the harbour Oia sunset. B the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, built in huge rocks of Meteora. BD front. Afterwards your bus tour will take Hotel El Greco (4 star) 300 BC. Follow on to Mycenae, one of Amalia Hotel (4 star) you to beautiful bays and beaches as well the earliest Greek civilisations and home as to the traditional village of Ano Mera. B DAY 12 Santorini to the Tomb of Agamemnon, the largest Hotel Pelican Bay (4 star) Today is your last day in Santorini, spend it at your leisure. B *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season. Excludes city room taxes (EUR1-4 per room, per night to be paid locally). 38 / BEYOND TRAVEL – AUTHENTIC. ENRICHING. RELAXING HOLIDAYS ESSENTIAL TURKEY Tailor-Made
10 Days / Istanbul to Istanbul
CAPPADOCIA
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Enjoy your destinations for longer by 4 star hotel accommodation flying between major cities 9 breakfasts and 6 lunches Prices from $3,560* Explore both the Asian and European English-speaking local guides sides of cosmopolitan Istanbul Per Person Twin Share Guided tours: Istanbul, Cappadocia and Ephesus Wonder at the incredible natural Istanbul – Istanbul from $3,560 landscapes in Cappadocia Visit: Pamukkale, Gallipoli Enjoy free time to explore the lively port Entrance fees For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, city of Kusadasi Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle availability and detailed information, visit our website Visit Gallipoli and ANZAC Cove as well with driver throughout the sightseeing tours www.beyondtravel.com.au as Lone Pine Australian Memorial Economy class flight: Istanbul – Kayseri and Kayseri – Izmir Arrival and departure transfers
Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Istanbul (see page 47).
DAY 1 Istanbul DAY 4 Istanbul – Cappadocia DAY 7 Kusadasi – DAY 10 Istanbul Your tour commences with an arrival Take a morning flight to Kayseri, before Ephesus – Pamukkale Your tour ends with a departure airport transfer to your hotel. This evening is a full day of touring the incredible natural Depart this morning for Ephesus, an transfer for your onward journey. B free to begin your exploration of this landscapes of this fairytale city. Visit ancient city so well preserved you can fascinating city. Devrent Valley and Pasabagi, then drive still wander along its 2,000 year old Levni Hotel & Spa (4 star) to Avanos, an area famous for crafting marble streets. Explore the city’s many pottery since ancient times. After, historic temples, including the Temple DAY 2 Istanbul proceed to Goreme Open Air Museum of Artemis, and the Virgin Mary’s House. Today you will enjoy a full day tour of to visit the churches carved into the fairy Continue on to Pamukkale where the Istanbul. Start at Topkapi Palace and chimneys. BL rest of your day is at leisure. BL wind around the city exploring great Kapadokya Lodge (4 star) Colossae Thermal Hotel (4 star) mosques and tasting authentic Turkish cuisine. End your day at the famous DAY 5 Cappadocia DAY 8 Pamukkale – Canakkale Grand Bazaar to peruse the labyrinth Visit Rose Valley and its famous rock- This morning you’ll visit the lime tunnels with countless stores selling all cut churches, visit Cavusin, an old Greek cascades and thermal pools of kinds of things from heavy woven rugs village, and see the storage caves at Pamukkale, one of Turkey’s natural to sweet Turkish delight. BL Ortahisar Castle. In the afternoon visit wonders. After, explore the ancient Levni Hotel & Spa (4 star) Kaymakli Underground City and walk city of Hierapolis, with its magnificent the narrow tunnels. On the way back visit Necropolis. BL DAY 3 Istanbul Panoramic Pigeon Valley. BL Akol Oteli (4 star) After breakfast, head out again to Kapadokya Lodge (4 star) explore even more of this city. Start DAY 9 Canakkale – your day with tantalizing smells at the DAY 6 Cappadocia – Kusadasi Gallipoli – Istanbul Spice Bazaar, then cruise down the Be transferred to the airport for your Today, drive to Gallipoli and to visit the Bosphorus to see how Istanbul is split onward flight to Izmir, then continue to memorials ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine over two continents, Asia and Europe. Kusadasi for the night. This lively port Australian Memorial, and Chunuk Bair. Then continue on to visit Maiden Tower, city is full of great bars and restaurants. B Then continue to Istanbul for your final Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace Marina Hotel (4 star) night in Turkey. BL and more. B Levni Hotel & SPA (4 star) Levni Hotel & Spa (4 star) GALLIPOLI
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3 Days / Tailor-Made
BLED
SPOTLIGHT ON BLED Inclusions with Beyond
Spend a relaxing 3 days DAY 1 Bled DAY 3 Bled 2 nights accommodation surrounded by the stunning Upon arrival in Bled, you will be met and Following breakfast this morning, 2 breakfasts transferred to your hotel. After check-in check-out of your hotel and be scenery of alpine Bled. the rest of the day is at leisure. transferred to the railway station for your Guided tour: Private Bled Tour A picture perfect setting onward journey. B Arrival and departure transfers creates the ideal backdrop DAY 2 Bled The idyllic surroundings of Bled have for a relaxing stroll through long been an attraction for many visitors. Prices from $589* the town, a visit to St. Mary’s On your tour, uncover a charming per person twin share Church on Bled Island or the lake-side town brimming with friendly Hotel Astoria *** from $589* exploration of the famous locals. Visit Bled Castle, perched on a cliff overlooking the town. Built in the 11th Hotel Park **** from $645* medieval castle. century, it’s Slovenia’s oldest castle and Grand Hotel Toplice ***** from $693* the perfect location for uninterrupted views of the town & Bled Island. Your tour is privately guided, so can be booked for a time that best suits you. B
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1 Grand Hotel Toplice ***** 4 Best Western Premier PRIVATE TOURS Bled & Bohinj from $175* per person Hotel Lovec **** Bled Tour including Bled Castle from $341 per person On the shore of the lake with spectacular from $114* per person from $200 per person Explore the fairytale area of Lake Bled. views of the castle and Julian Alps, Found in the heart of town and This privately guided tour takes you See the island and the medieval castle this renovated hotel is renowned for its only a short walk to Lake Bled, this around the incredible Lake Bled before overlooking the lake. Continue to the traditional style, pleasant ambience and hotel blends harmoniously with the continuing to the 11th century Bled Bohinj glacier lake, Slovenia’s largest, for luxurious comfort. natural environment. Castle, perched high on a cliff and a visit to the Shepherd’s museum, and a offering phenomenal views of the town taste of local cheese. 2 Hotel Rikli Balance **** 5 Hotel Kompas **** and surrounding region. from $151* per person from $101* per person Departs Daily at 10.00 This quality international standard hotel This alpine-style hotel is centrally Departs Daily at 10.00 Duration 6 hours Duration 3 hours in the heart of Bled with views of the located and offers great amenities, with GROUP TOUR lake and castle has been completely a pool, saunas and a gym available for Alpine Fairytale Tour renovated and now offers a wellness guests to use. from $134 per person centre and thermal pool complex. This coach tour is the perfect 6 Hotel Astoria *** introduction to Slovenia’s Alpine region 3 Hotel Park **** from $123* per person from $151* per person Modern tourist class hotel with basic, as you explore the famous alpine jewels Sister hotel to Rikli Balance, offering clean and comfortable rooms, located of Bled, Bohinj, Bled Vintgar Gorge as similar facilities, close to the shore of Lake back from the lake in the centre of town. well as the medieval town of Skofja Loka. Bled. The hotel has large, well appointed Departs Daily at 9.30 rooms with either park or lake views. Duration 8.5 hours
Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Many more hotels available, many with instant confirmation. Private transfer Contact Beyond Travel for details and prices. Jesenice Railway Station $143 Bled to Ljubljana $164 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season,and include breakfast and taxes. Bled to Zagreb $534 Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people with entrance fees paid locally. Bled to Venice $810
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4 Days / Tailor-Made
LJUBLJANA
SPOTLIGHT ON LJUBLJANA Inclusions with Beyond
Mix small town friendliness, DAY 1 Ljubljana DAY 3 Ljubljana / Postojna 3 nights accommodation a diversified cultural life and Upon arrival in Ljubljana, you will be Today journey underground to the 3 breakfasts met and transferred to your hotel. After largest subterranean cave system in baroque architecture on a check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. Europe. You will be introduced to an Guided tours: Private Ljubljana 4 day package in Ljubljana. incredible landscape, at over 2 million Walking Tour, Group Postojna Caves Experience the city’s intimate DAY 2 Ljubljana years old, as you explore by foot & Predjama Castle Tour Begin your private city walking tour at Old Town and the Slovenian and electric train. Continue to one of Arrival and departure transfers the Baroque Town Hall and continue Slovenia’s most picturesque buildings, highlights of the cave system through the Old Town to see many Predjama Castle, enjoy a tour of the * at Postojna as well as the of Ljubljana’s architectural highlights castle before returning to Ljubljana. B Prices from $899 dramatic Predjama Castle. including the Cathedral of St. Nicholas per person twin share and the bridges of Ljubljanica River. B DAY 4 Ljubljana City Hotel Superior *** from $899* Following breakfast this morning, check-out of your hotel and be Antiq Palace Hotel **** from $1,181* transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B
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1 Antiq Palace Hotel ***** 4 Best Western Premier PRIVATE TOUR Postojna Caves & Predjama from $263* per person Hotel Slon **** Ljubljana Walking Tour Castle A charming boutique hotel housed in from $223* per person from $106^ per person from $180 per person a luxuriously renovated 16th century A modern hotel with great facilities Make your way through Ljubljana’s Journey underground in Europe’s palatial city residence. Walking distance located in the heart of Ljubljana in a magical Old Town as you see the Town largest subterranean cave system and to all Ljubljana attractions. restricted traffic zone. Hall, Cathedral of St. Nicholas and the visit the beautiful village of Predjama bridges over the Ljubljanica River. with its remarkable castle that hangs 2 2. Grand Hotel Union **** 5 Hotel Urban **** dramatically off the cliff’s edge. from $127* per person from $160* per person Departs Daily at 10.00 Enjoying a premier location in the centre Stylish boutique hotel with great Duration 2 hours Departs Daily at 13.30 (Apr-Oct) Duration 5.5 hours of Ljubljana, the hotel offers spacious location, overlooking a park and only a GROUP TOURS and comfortable rooms housed in a 15-minute walk to Ljubljana train station. Ljubljana Walking Tour Bled Fairytale Tour historical Art Nouveau building. 6 City Hotel Superior *** from $41 per person from $115 per person 3 Hotel Lev **** from $169* per person Slovenia’s charming capital of Ljubljana Venture to the heart of the Julian Alps from $100* per person Pleasant 3 star hotel ideally located is a unique gem waiting to be explored. to visit scenic Bled, a Slovenian gem. Elegant 4 star hotel 10 minutes walk for business or leisure travellers. A Begin your tour at the baroque Town Explore its famous emerald green lake, from the Old Town. Built in the 1960’s, large hotel offering basic, clean and Hall and continue through the historic picturesque castle and quaint island this large hotel has modern facilities comfortable rooms. Old Town where you will see many of the church. and spacious rooms offering classic towns main attractions. Departs Sat at 08.00 (Apr-Oct) elegance and luxury. Departs Daily at 10.00 (Apr-Sep), Duration 5.5 hours 11.00 (Oct-Mar) Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Duration 2 hours Airport to hotel $106 Railway to hotel $47
Ljubljana to Bled $164 * From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season,and include Ljubljana to Zagreb $410 breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people with entrance fees paid locally.
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3 Days / Tailor-Made
ZAGREB
SPOTLIGHT ON ZAGREB Inclusions with Beyond
Medieval Zagreb is an DAY 1 Zagreb DAY 3 Zagreb 2 nights accommodation exciting capital city and Upon arrival in Zagreb, you will be met Following breakfast this morning, 2 breakfast and transferred to your hotel. After check-out of your hotel and be a fantastic contrast to the check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. transferred to the airport for your Guided tour: Private Zagreb Walking Tour popular Croatian coastline. onward journey. B Arrival and departure airport transfers During a 3 day stay soak DAY 2 Zagreb Discover the refreshing blend of old * up its many historical, and new that makes Zagreb great on a Prices from $422 architectural and cultural private city walking tour. Walk through per person twin share sights before heading to the the historic fortified Upper Town and Hotel Jadran *** from $422 Dalmatian Coast. see famed landmarks such as the gothic Hotel Dubrovnik **** from $430 St. Marks Church, St. Catherine’s Palace and the beautiful twin spires of the 19th Esplanade Hotel ***** from $534 century Cathedral of Assumption. B
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1 Esplanade Hotel ***** 4 Best Western Premier Hotel PRIVATE TOUR Ljubljana & Lake Bled from $164* per person Astoria **** Zagreb Walking Tour from $168 per person Iconic, luxury hotel offering the ultimate from $110* per person from $100 per person Venture into Slovenia for the day with in service and modern amenities in the Centrally located, refurbished hotel Tour Zagreb’s fortified Upper Town (Old your first stop the country’s charming heart of the city. Spacious rooms, well offering first class facilities and Town) with it’s landmarks of St. Mark’s capital of Ljubljana. Explore the designed in a classic style. warm and friendly service. Elegant, Church, St. Catherine’s Church and the incredible architecture of this city before traditionally furnished rooms with beautiful Cathedral of Assumption. continue to stunning lakeside Bled. 2 Palace Hotel **** modern amenities are a feature of Departs Daily at 10.00 Wander through the picturesque town from $114* per person the hotel. before returning to Zagreb. First class property in an art-deco Duration 3 hours Departs Tue, Thu & Sat at 08.30 palace, in the very centre of the city. 5 Hotel Jadran *** GROUP TOURS The hotel blends tradition and from $108* per person (Jan-Mar), daily at 08.30 (Apr-Oct) Plitvice Lakes Duration Full Day modern facilities to create warm, Situated in the heart of Zagreb, this Return to Zagreb from $188 per person inviting atmosphere. recently refurbished property offers One way (Zagreb to Split) from $285 comfort, atmosphere and a unique 3 Hotel Dubrovnik **** per person charm. Its 49 rooms over 6 floors all have Plitvice Lakes National Park is a magical from $112* per person modern décor and furnishings. This hotel has maintained a rich tradition world of forests, lakes and waterfalls. of hospitality since 1929 and is perfectly Tour the string of 16 lakes that spill into located on the main market square. each other over foaming cascades and Features spacious luxury rooms thundering waterfalls. Be sure to bring deigned for maximum comfort. your camera, as this UNESCO site is one you wont want to forget. Departs Daily at 08.00 (May-Sep) Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Duration 12.5 hours Airport to hotel $106 Railway to hotel $71 Zagreb to Plitvice $412 BLED Zagreb to Ljubljana $411 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season and include breakfast and taxes. ^Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people with entrance fees paid locally. 42 / BEYOND TRAVEL – CALL OUR FRIENDLY, EXPERIENCED TEAM FOR EXPERT ADVICE SPLIT CROATIA City Stay
4 Days / Tailor-Made
SPLIT
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Explore the historic heart of DAY 1 Split 2 nights accommodation Croatia’s Dalmatian coast Upon arrival in Split, you will be met and 2 breakfasts transferred to your hotel. After check-in during a 3 day stay. Centred the rest of the day is at leisure. Guided tour: Private Split Walking Tour around Roman Emperor Arrival and departure transfers Diocletian’s Palace, Split’s DAY 2 Split The incredible city of Split has risen from * Old Town is a treasure trove the ruins of the remarkable Diocletian’s Prices from $401 of Romanesque and Gothic Palace. Explore the city this morning per person twin share architecture. during a private tour and discover many Hotel Slavija *** from $401* gems, such as the Peristyle and Temple of Jupiter. B Hotel Luxe **** from $409* DAY 3 Split Hotel Atrium ***** from $469* Following breakfast this morning, check- out of your hotel and be transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B SPLIT
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1 Hotel Atrium ***** 4 Hotel Globo **** PRIVATE TOUR lakes that spill into each other from $125* per person from $84* per person Split Walking Tour over foaming cascades and Contemporary hotel located 15 minutes Located an easy 10 minute walk from from $106 per person thundering waterfalls. walk from the port and Diocletian’s the city centre, Hotel Globo offers a Walk through the world famous Palace. Beautifully designed rooms cosy atmosphere with modern rooms Diocletian’s Palace, the retirement home Departs Mon, Wed & Fri at 07.30 make for a pleasant stay. and private parking. of Dalmatian born Emperor Diocletian (Apr, return only) on your private tour of Split. Construction Daily at 07.30 2 Hotel Luxe **** 5 Hotel Peristil *** of the palace took place in 295 AD (May-Oct, return & one way) from $95* per person from $136* per person and today it forms much of Split’s Old Duration 12.5 hours Fashionable, boutique hotel Charming, small hotel located just a few Town, with many cafes, retailers and offering state of the art luxury just steps from the entrance of Diocletian’s residences nestled in its ancient walls. ADDITIONAL SIGHTSEEING 400 metres from Diocletian’s Palace. Palace. Rooms are well appointed and Discover remnants of Split’s incredible AVAILABLE The hotel offers very spacious, some feature sections of the 1,700 year history such as the Peristyle, Temple of Blue Caves & Hvar (10 hours) comfortable rooms. old city walls. Jupiter and the cathedral. from $246 per person 3 Jupiter Heritage Hotel **** 6 Hotel Slavija *** Departs Daily at 10.00 from $92* per person from $91* per person Duration 2 hours A boutique hotel in the heart of A Superbly located property known VENICE COAST EXPRESS Diocletian’s Palace, beautifully for its quality customer service. This GROUP TOURS Venice to Split Plitvice Lakes renovated to preserve the historical building features comfortable Day 1 to Day 4 original features. rooms, most with balconies offering Return to Split from $175 per person * views of Split. One Way Split to Zagreb from $285 from $1,100 per person A fantastic tour for travellers looking The UNESCO World Heritage listed to make their way south from Venice Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) site of Plitvice Lakes National Park is a to Croatia to begin a cruise in Split. Airport to hotel $113 magical world unlike any other. Wander Along the way will explore Opatija Railway Station/Port - hotel $73 the wooden walkways that wind through and Split. forests as you witness the beauty of 16 Split to Plitvice $574 Departs: Every Wed & Sun (Apr-Oct) Duration: 4 days * From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season,and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people with entrance fees paid locally. Talk to us about your next holiday | Australia 1300 363 554 | New Zealand 0800 550 065 www.beyondtravel.com.au / 43 DUBROVNIK CROATIA
4 Days / Tailor-Made
SPOTLIGHT ON DUBROVNIK Inclusions with Beyond
Discover a treasure trove of DAY 1 Dubrovnik DAY 3 Dubrovnik 3 nights accommodation medieval architecture and Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will be Enjoy a free day to further explore the 3 breakfasts and 1 dinner met and transferred to your hotel. After Pearl of the Adriatic. This evening enjoy a a city that is buzzing with check-in the rest of the day is at leisure.. sunset and dinner cruise. Journey along Guided tours: Private Dubrovnik Walking energy during this 4 day Dubrovnik’s famous city walls aboard Tour and Karaka Sunset Dinner Cruise package. Dubrovnik is a must DAY 2 Dubrovnik a replica of a traditional 16th century Arrival and departure transfers Uncover the many wonderful attractions on any visit to Croatia and merchant ship. Relax as you cruise of Dubrovnik, a charming Adriatic port around Lokrum Island and witness a this city stay gives you the city. Walk along the cobblestone streets Prices from $662 magical sunset over dinner. BD per person twin share time to soak up its magical of the historic Old Town to see famed atmosphere. sights such as Rectors Palace, the Bell DAY 4 Dubrovnik Hotel Perla *** from $662 Tower Clock, Onofrio’s Fountain and Following breakfast this morning, Hotel Lapad **** from $677 the 15th century Orlando’s Column. check-out of your hotel and be Hotel Excelsior ***** from $944 Continue with a visit to the Franciscan transferred to the airport or port for your Monastery and its pharmacy, one of the onward journey. B oldest in the world. B
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1 Hotel Excelsior ***** 3 Hotel Neptun **** 5 Hotel Perla *** 8 Grand Hotel Park *** from $194* per person from $106* per person from $100* per person from $74* per person A luxury hotel, in an unbeatable First class beachfront hotel located on A great value option for Dubrovnik, This hotel is centrally located on the position overlooking the Adriatic. the Babin Kuk peninsula. All modern offering modern and comfortable Lapad peninsula, in close proximity to Established in 1913 this hotel has a facilities are provided in the resort and rooms. An ideal location in the heart of the beach. Italian styling and interior tradition of outstanding service, quality the simply furnished air conditioned the pedestrian parkway in the lovely design are the hallmark of the spacious accommodation and a personal touch. rooms offer sea views. Lapad Bay, just a short bus ride to the and well appointed rooms. Old Town. 2 Hotel More **** 4 Hotel Lapad **** from $127* per person from $105* per person 6 Hotel Petka *** Exclusive, boutique hotel overlook the Charming historical hotel in a quiet from $88* per person Bay of Lapa, a short bus ride from the location overlooking Gruz Harbour. This relaxed hotel is superbly located Old Town. Luxuriously appointed rooms Combining traditional values and overlooking the Adriatic. Understated with all modern conveniences offer sea modern service the hotel offers rooms feature all the necessities, with or park views. luxuriously furnished rooms with all some boasting balconies and sea views. modern conveniences. 7 Hotel Lero *** from $79* per person Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Ideally located only 1 kilometre from the Old Town and close to the beach, Airport to hotel $104 Hotel Lero offers modern facilities Ferry/Bus Terminal to hotel $73 and spacious rooms. A Beyond Travel Dubrovnik to Split $579 favourite! Dubrovnik to Mostar $417 Dubrovnik to Kotor $439
*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on win share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people with entrance fees paid locally. DUBROVNIK
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DUBROVNIK KOTOR
SPOTLIGHT ON DUBROVNIK & MONTENEGRO Inclusions with Beyond
Explore the beautiful city of DAY 1 Dubrovnik DAY 3 Dubrovnik / Montenegro 3 nights accommodation Dubrovnik which will take Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will be Today, visit the most breathtaking 3 breakfasts met and transferred to your hotel. After locations along the Montenegrin your breath away at every check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. coastline as you explore the Bay of Kotor, Guided tours: Private Dubrovnik Walking turn of its polished limestone Perast and the city of Kotor, rich in history, Tour and Group Montenegro Tour streets. Equally as stunning DAY 2 Dubrovnik culture and seafaring traditions. B Arrival and departure transfers Uncover the many wonderful attractions is Montenegro, Croatia’s of Dubrovnik, a charming Adriatic port DAY 4 Dubrovnik * scenic southern neighbour. city. Walk along the cobblestone streets Following breakfast this morning, Prices from $647 per person twin share Experience Kotor Bay, one of the historic Old Town to see famed check-out of your hotel and be of the most beautiful in the sights such as Rectors Palace, the Bell transferred to the airport or port for your Hotel Perla *** from $647* Tower Clock, Onofrio’s Fountain and onward journey. B world, and see the ancient Hotel Lapad **** from $662* the 15th century Orlando’s Column. Hotel Excelsior ***** from $929* cities of Perast and Kotor. Continue with a visit to the Franciscan Monastery and its pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. B
Sightseeing options
PRIVATE TOUR Game of Thrones Walking Tour Six Views of Dubrovnik creating a dramatic backdrop for the Dubrovnik Walking Tour from $49 per person from $71 per person town of Kotor and nearby Perast. from $122 per person A must for all ‘Game of Thrones’ fans. The perfect tour for those wanting Departs Daily at 07.00 (Apr-Oct) Discover the many wonderful Dubrovnik was the perfect choice as great photographs of the Pearl of the Duration 12 hours attractions of Dubrovnik’s Old Town King’s Landing in the hit series. Enjoy a Adriatic. Explore the natural wonders including the Rector’s Palace, Onofrio’s walking tour of the historic Old Town and in Dubrovnik and its surroundings from Korcula & Peljesac fountain, Orlando’s Column, Dominican the Lovrijenac Fortress to visit locations Srd Hill, the Franjo Tudman Bridge and from $134 per person and Franciscan Monasteries. where scenes from the award-winning by the Ombla River. Visit six different Journey to the magical island of Korcula, rumoured to be the birthplace Departs Daily at 10.00 television series were filmed. panoramic locations where you’ll be rewarded with remarkable views. of merchant traveller Marco Polo. Duration 2 hours Departs Daily at 09.30 (May-Oct), En-route, stop in charming Ston for free 11.00 (Jan-Dec), 16.00 (Apr-Oct) & Departs Daily at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) time to explore. Afterwards, discover GROUP TOURS 17.00 (Jun-Sep) Duration 3 hours the stunning Peljesac Peninsula, which Discover Dubrovnik on Foot Duration 2 hours Mostar & Kravica Waterfall stretches out into the Adriatic Sea. from $29 per person from $142 per person Explore the stunning architecture Karaka Sunset Dinner Cruise Departs Mon, Wed & Fri at 07.00 from $136 per person The Kravica Waterfall is one of the (Apr-Oct) and atmosphere of this beautiful city. most fascinating natural wonders of Witness Dubrovnik’s rich history and Enjoy dinner and a sunset cruise along Duration 12 hours Dubrovnik’s famed city walls aboard the Herzegovina region. Explore this discover its magnificent buildings, remarkable site before a visit to Mostar, palaces and treasures. the Karaka, a magnificent replica of a 16th century Dubrovnik Republic which straddles the Neretva River and is Departs Daily at 10.00 (Apr-Oct), merchant ship. known for the iconic Stari Most 11.30 (Mar-Sep), 12.00 (Jan-Dec), (Old Bridge). 13.00 (Jun-Sep), 16.30 (Apr-Oct) & Departs Mon, Wed & Fri at 19.00 (15 Apr-31 May) Departs Daily at 07.00 (Apr-Oct) 18.00 (Jun-Sep) Duration 12 hours Duration 1 hours Daily at 19.30 (01 Jun-20 Aug) Daily at 19.00 (21-31 Aug) Montenegro – Kotor & Perast Daily at 18.30 (1-15 Sep) from $121 per person Mon, Wed & Fri at 18.00 The majestic beauty of the Bay of Kotor
(16 Sep-15 Oct) will leave you in awe. The Gulf of Kotor MOSTAR Duration 3 hours cuts deep into towering mountains
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Our recommended hotels
ROVINJ CROATIA The star attraction of the beautiful Istrian peninsula. A charming fishing town of cobbled streets and hidden gems. Our recommended hotels
Maistra Hotel Eden **** Casa Garzotto **** from $135* per person from $126* per person A resort-style hotel just minutes away from A boutique hotel located in the heart of Rovinj, a Rovinj’s Old Town in a peaceful location perfect base for your stay in Istria. Authentically overlooking the sea and surrounded by forest. restored in the historical medieval style typical Each elegant room features classic décor, of this area, the small property offers classic modern facilities and balconies. styling, exposed beams and traditional furniture. ROVINJ
PLITVICE CROATIA A UNESCO World Heritage listed site featuring 16 turquoise lakes linked by cascading waterfalls and winding walkways. Our recommended hotels
Ethno House Plitvice Selo **** Hotel Jezero *** from $161* per person from $134*per person This charming family-run resort creates a cosy Large hotel, ideally located close to the atmosphere using natural materials, vintage-style entrance to the National Park. The hotel offers handmade furniture and rich fabrics. A perfect clean and comfortable rooms and a wide range location, just steps away from the Big Waterfall, of facilities to compliment your stay. National Park Entrance and Lake Kozjak. PLITVICE
HVAR CROATIA
Croatia’s sunniest and longest island. A wonderful blend of Venetian ruins and trendy cafes. Our recommended hotels
Amfora Hvar Grand Hotel Pharos *** Beach Resort **** from $71 *per person from $127* per person A lovely hotel located just a short walk from Self-contained resort hotel located a 10 minute Hvar’s historic centre. Light filled rooms offer a walk to the centre of Hvar Town. The hotel comfortable stay at an affordable price. offers modern styled rooms with views of the Pakleni Islands. HVAR
KORCULA CROATIA Rich in vineyards, olive groves and small villages. Also rumoured to be the birthplace of famed explorer Marco Polo. Our recommended hotels
Hotel Korsal **** Hotel Marco Polo *** from $160* per person from $121* per person A lovely family-run hotel blending natural Resort hotel overlooking Korcula Town, about elements with modern décor. Perfectly located in 10 minutes walk away. This hotel, the best in the pedestrian only zone of this historic city. Korcula, offers a wide range of facilities and renovated rooms with park or sea views.
KORCULA
* From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season,and include breakfast and taxes.
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ISTANBUL
SPOTLIGHT ON ISTANBUL Inclusions with Beyond
Enjoy a visit to the Turkish DAY 1 Istanbul DAY 3 Istanbul 3 nights accommodation capital, staying in the heart Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be met Enjoy a free day to further explore this 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner and transferred to your hotel. After incredible city. This evening, embark on of the Old Town. Discover check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. a night tour. Enjoy a spectacular folklore Guided tours: Classic Istanbul Tour the history and vibrancy show and dinner where you will see belly and Istanbul by Night of a city that has survived DAY 2 Istanbul dancing and folk groups from various Arrival and departure transfers Today enjoy a tour of Turkey’s cultural, the Byzantine, Roman regions of Anatolia, plus Turkish singers. historical and economic centre, Istanbul. BD * and Ottoman Empires and On your guided tour of this ancient city, Prices from $722 continues to entice visitors to see sights such as the Topkapi Palace, DAY 4 Istanbul per person twin share this day. St Sophia Basilica, the Blue Mosque and Following breakfast this morning, Faros Hotel *** from $722* the Grand Bazaar. B check-out of your hotel and be Hotel Kent **** from $792* transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B Eresin Sultanahmet ***** from $954*
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1 Eresin Sultanahmet ***** 4 Yasmak Sultan Hotel **** GROUP TOURS for an entrancing folklore show of belly from $152* per person from $75* per person Classic Istanbul Tour dancing and folk music from around Stunning boutique hotel just below Charming, recently renovated, from $130 per person turkey. Dinner with one drink is included. the hippodrome and Blue Mosque. A stylish hotel located in the heart of A full day tour of Istanbul’s Old Town Departs Daily at 19.30 feature of the hotel is its fabulous roof Sultanahmet. Combines Turkish featuring iconic sights such as the Duration 4 hours terrace and museum piece antiquities hospitality with modern amenities to Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia (closed located around the hotel. ensure a perfect stay. Mon), Topkapi Palace (closed Tue), Street Food Tour Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar from $237 per person 2 Hotel Sultanhan **** 5 Faros Hotel *** (closed Sun). Whet your appetite on this from $102* per person from $53* per person comprehensive street food tour of Small boutique hotel located just 200 Location can’t be beaten at this Departs Daily at 9.00 Duration Full day Istanbul. Begin at the Spice Market and metres from the Blue mosque. A former affordable 3 star hotel which combines wind your way through the city enjoying Ottoman Mansion, this 4 star property historic Istanbul with a modern Bosphorus Cruise tastings of Turkish Delight, roasted is richly decorated in traditional Turkish environment. A feature of the hotel is its from $78 per person chestnuts, sherbet, authentic Turkish style. A Beyond Travel favourite! popular restaurant at street level. Wander through the spice market coffee, pizza and sweets. 3 (closed Sun) before a cruise on the Departs Daily at 12.00 & 18.00 Hotel Kent **** Many more hotels available, from $98* per person Bosphorus Strait separating Europe Duration 4 hours Ideally situated in the Old Town, just many with instant confirmation. and Asia. Pass Ottoman palaces and minutes from the Grand Bazaar, this Contact Beyond Travel for details mansions including Topkapi Palace Gallipoli in One Day modern property is a good value, and prices. (closed Tue). from $246 per person affordable choice for any traveller. Departs Daily at 9.00 Depart Istanbul for the battlefields of Duration 4 hours Gallipoli. Visit ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, The Nek, Chunuk Bair and Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Istanbul by Night the New Zealand Memorial. Lunch is Istanbul New Airport to hotel $203 from $165 per person included. Sabiha Gokcen Airport to hotel $203 Take an evening drive through the Departs Daily at 6.30 illuminated city to an exclusive nightclub Duration Full day Pier to hotel $133 * From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season,and include breakfast and taxes.
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ATHENS
SPOTLIGHT ON ATHENS Inclusions with Beyond
Explore this ancient city with DAY 1 Athens DAY 3 Athens - Delphi 3 nights accommodation over 3,500 years of history Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met Discover Delphi, an ancient site once 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch and transferred to your hotel. After considered the centre of the world - a during a 4 day stay. Discover check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. place of many myths and legends. Guided tours: Athens and Delphi the city’s famous sites, Explore the remarkable ruins of Arrival and departure transfers including the Parthenon DAY 2 Athens Delphi, including the Temple of Apollo, See ancient and modern Athens amphitheatre and stadium. BL * atop the Acropolis, and also including the Panathenaic Stadium, Prices from $770 ancient Delphi intrinsically Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and the DAY 4 Athens per person twin share linked to ancient Greek Parthenon on top of the Acropolis. B Following breakfast this morning, Plaka Hotel *** from $770* history and legend. check-out of your hotel and be Athens Electra **** from $995* transferred to the airport for your Electra Palace Hotel ***** from $1,085* onward journey. B
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ATHENS GROUP TOURS Delphi from $205 per person 1 Electra Palace ***** 4 Hotel Polis Grand **** Athens City Tour Including Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Surrounded by spectacular mountain from $190* per person from $80* per person scenery, Delphi was one of the most Luxury hotel offering stylish rooms Located right in the heart of the from $160 per person Combine an Athens city tour with the revered sites of the ancient world. with modern amenities, great service city, Polis Grand provides unique Drive out of the capital and explore the andstunning Acropolis views from the accessibility to the historic sights Acropolis site and New Acropolis Museum, where numerous classical Temple of Apollo, amphitheatre, stadium roof terrace. Centrally located in the and attractions of Athens. and museum. Plaka district. ancient artefacts are displayed in a way 5 Plaka Hotel *** that replicates the famous Acropolis hill. Departs 08.45 (Apr-Oct) 2 Athens Electra **** from $87* per person Departs Daily at 8.45 Wed, Fri & Sun at 08.45 from $160* per person A modern 3* property with a premium Duration 5 hours (Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec) Stylish, comfortable rooms richly location. The rooftop terrace is also Duration 10 hours furnished in warm, elegant shades the perfect place to unwind after a Full day cruise around the are the hallmark of this first class day of sightseeing, with a great view Saronic Gulf hotel located on the most fashionable of the Acropolis and Plaka area. Price from $207 per person shopping street in the heart of Athens. excludes: Greek Room Tax (EUR1-4 per Leave the city behind for a day on the room per night, to be paid locally). Aegean Sea. Visit the islands of Aegina, 3 Amalia **** Poros and Hydra on this full day cruise from $120* per person and enjoy lunch on board. Quality property, located close to Syntagma Square, exuding modern Many more hotels available, Departs Daily at 8.00 ambience. Spacious, well appointed many with instant confirmation. Duration 11.5 hours guest rooms feature all the necessary Contact Beyond Travel for details amenities for a comfortable stay. and prices. Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Airport to Hotel or vice versa $150 Port (Marina Zea/Piraeus) to Hotel or vice versa $85 Port (Marina Zea/Piraeus) to Airport or vice versa $175 * From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season and exclude city room taxes (EUR1-4 per room, per night to be paid locally).
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SPOTLIGHT ON MYKONOS Explore this charming island over DAY 1 Welcome to Mykonos! On arrival you a 4 day stay. Stroll through the will be transferred to your hotel followed by the remainder of your day free to begin your charming, white washed streets exploration of this wonderful island. of Mykonos Town, see the iconic DAY 2 Discover the highlights of Mykonos on a windmills and relax at one of the city walk to sites such as Little Venice, the iconic many picturesque beaches. Then windmill area, Paraportiani Church and the join the locals in the evening when harbour front. Travel to many of its glorious bays the island comes to life. and beaches and visit the traditional village of Ano Mera with its 16th century monastery. B DAY 3 Free day to further explore. Opt to do a half day wine and culture tour or a sunset cruise. B DAY 4 Your tour concludes with a transfer to the port or airport. B Inclusions with Beyond Prices from $540* per person twin share 3 nights accommodation Hotel Kamari *** from $540* 3 breakfasts Royal Myconian ***** from $760* Guide tour: Mykonos City and Island Tour Arrival and departure transfers MYKONOS
SPOTLIGHT ON SANTORINI World-famous Santorini is a DAY 1 Upon arrival in Santorini, you will be met destination not to be missed. and transferred to your hotel. After check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. Formed over 3,500 years ago by DAY 2 Enjoy a guided tour of Santorini, a a massive volcanic eruption, this Bronze Age settlement which was buried island is now a picture-perfect during a volcanic eruption. Explore the island paradise. Unwind and relax over and along the way see Red Beach, Perivolos a 4 day stay as you take in the and the traditional fishing village of Megalochori. island’s highlights. Witness the stunning sunset at Oia, the perfect way to finish your day! B DAY 3 Free day to further explore. Opt to do a hiking tour of the Caldera or a Greek cooking class. B DAY 4 Your tour concludes with a transfer to the port or airport. B Inclusions with Beyond Prices from $470* per person twin share 3 nights accommodation Hotel Astir Thira *** from $470* 3 breakfasts El Greco Resort & Spa **** from $540* GuidedCREATE tour: Santorini YOUR Island TourOWN SPOTLIGHT TOUR Arrival and departure transfers SANTORINI
*From prices are per person per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Price excludes: Greek Room Tax (EUR1-4 per room per night, to be paid locally).
FERRY SERVICES
Duration (Hours) Price Ferry† Hydrofoil / Ferry Hydrofoil / Ferry Athens (Piraeus) - Mykonos 2.5 / 4.5 $174 / $131 Athens (Piraeus) - Santorini 5 / 5.5 $193 / $143 Athens (Piraeus) - Paros 3 / 4 $162 / $124 Mykonos – Santorini 2 / N/A $191 / N/A Mykonos – Heraklion (Crete) 4.5 / N/A $238 / N/A Paros – Santorini 1.75 / 2.5 $85 / $75 Paros – Heraklion 4 / N/A $212 / N/A Santorini – Heraklion (Crete) 1.75 / N/A $195 / N/A SANTORINI
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CROATIA, MONTENEGRO & ITALY FERRY SERVICE
Beyond Travel is proud to partner with JADROLINIJA Croatian Ferries as their recognised General Sales Agent in Australia and New Zealand. JADROLINIJA is Croatia’s largest ferry company and operates modern ferries connecting Croatia with Italy on the following routes: – Dubrovnik to Bari – Bar to Bari – Split to Ancona – Zadar to Ancona JADROLINIJA ferry is the simplest and most relaxing way to travel between Croatia and Italy. Cabins are functional yet comfortable with many featuring sea-views and private en-suite bathrooms and all include breakfast. Note: These ferry services, especially during the high season of July and August, are very popular, so BOOK EARLY to avoid disappointment! Sample fares Split – Ancona / Zadar – Ancona / Dubrovnik – Bari 1 Jan – 26 Jul Weekends Category Cabin Type 27 Jul – 02 Sep 28 Aug – 31 Dec Fri – Sun A2 Outside Cabin (2 berth) $195 $210 $230 AB2 Inside Cabin (2 berth) $180 $195 $210 B2 Outside Cabin (2 berth) $175 $190 $205 BB2 Inside Cabin (2 berth) $170 $185 $199 Sample ferry schedules
From To Season Depart Arrive
Dubrovnik Bari Mar-Oct 22:00 08:00+1 Jun-Aug 12:00 19:30 Dubrovnik Bar Mar-Oct 22:00 08:00+1 Jul-Aug 12:00 19:30 Bari Dubrovnik Mar-Oct 22:00 08:00+1 Jul-Aug 12:00 19:30 Bar Dubrovnik Mar-Oct 22:00 08:00+1 Jul-Aug 12:00 19:30 Split Ancona Jan-Dec 20:00 07:00+1 Ancona Split Jan-Dec 19:45 07:00+1 Zadar Ancona Jun-Sep 20:00 07:00+1 Jul-Aug 11:30 18:00 FERRY SCHEDULES CHANGE FREQUENTLY. FOR THE LATEST SCHEDULES AND Ancona Zadar Jun-Sep 20:00 07:00+1 CABIN FARES PLEASE CONTACT BEYOND TRAVEL. Jul-Aug 12:30 18:30
CAR HIRE
The most convenient way to travel around Croatia and Slovenia is to hire a car and discover these fascinating countries at your own pace. Both countries have comprehensive road Driving Distances systems linking the major towns and cities, as well as ferry services to a myriad of islands. Approximate From To Distance Main roads are well maintained, with tolls required on most motorways. Speed limits are in Driving Times line with central Europe, and you will find that petrol is readily available. Dubrovnik Split 230 km 3.5 hours Rental rates include Split Trogir 30 km 45 minutes Unlimited kilometres, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection (TP), Third Party Zadar 160 km 2 hours Insurance (TI), Airport and city surcharges, VAT and taxes (where applicable). Plitvice Lakes 260 km 3 hours Opatija 430 km 4.5 hours Sample prices Zagreb 410 km 4.5 hours Prices listed below are indicated per vehicle per day and are applicable all year, except Zagreb Plitvice Lakes 140 km 3 hours 1 June – 30 September when surcharges apply. Please contact Beyond Travel for rates during Opatija 180 km 2.5 hours this period, as well as additional car categories and further details relevant to your rental. Ljubljana 150 km 2 hours Croatia & Slovenia Bled 200 km 3 hours Trogir Zadar 150 km 2.5 hours 1-2 days 3-5 days 6-7 days 8+ days Category Make/Model (or similar) Zadar Plitvice Lakes 150 km 2.5 hours Per Day Per Day Weekly Per Day Opatija Plitvice Lakes 240 km 3 hours EDMR Volkswagen Polo 1.2 (5 door) $103 $84 $399 $56 Bled 160 km 2.5 hours CDMR Opel Astra 1.4 (5 door) $145 $116 $546 $79 Ljubljana 140 km 2.5 hours IDAR Mercedes B Class Automatic (5 door) $202 $163 $826 $118 Ljubljana Bled 55 km 1 hour Important Minimum age of driver for most vehicles is 21. Drivers must have held a driving licence for at least one or two years (varies between countries). A valid Australian drivers licence is accepted AT THE TIME OF BROCHURE PRINTING, 2020 SCHEDULES AND PRICES WERE in most countries, although some exceptions apply. Cross border restrictions and one-way UNAVAILABLE. WE HAVE INCLUDED 2019 SCHEDULES AND PRICES AS A GUIDE rental fees are applicable. As regulations vary from one country to another, please ask your FOR PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY. consultant upon booking for all corresponding rules and conditions.
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To the extent permitted by law, the maximum liability any tax changes or levies imposed by any government services or assistance where a tour is cancelled of Beyond Travel to you under these conditions, in tort or their agencies or any airline. because of Force Majeure, then you agree the amount Full 2021 details will be available from June 2020 when we will contact you to confirm your interest to travel (including negligence) or at law is limited to arranging PAYMENT to be refunded to you will be reduced by the value of for the travel arrangements to be resupplied or payment these services and assistance. and if so, full deposit and normal terms and conditions DEPOSIT will be due. Prior to this the deposit can be refunded of the cost of having the travel arrangements resupplied. To secure a booking, a non-refundable deposit of Operational reasons: We may cancel a tour for reasons for any reason. 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If you are departing liability to any party for loss or damage resulting from FINAL PAYMENT arrangements (and if the alternative arrangements such errors and omissions are of lower value and you accept them, then we will Australia or New Zealand more than 4 weeks before Final payment is due 60 days before the joining your cruise, please advise Beyond Travel or PRIVACY POLICY commencement of the first travel service. We are under refund you the difference). If we do not offer you any alternative arrangements, then we will refund you all your travel agent at the time of booking. Any personal information you provide to us will be no obligation to remind you of payments becoming due. collected, stored, used, protected and shared in If you do not make your final payment by this deadline, amounts paid at the time of cancellation. 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If you book on constitute formal advice. behalf of another party, you represent and warrant to Travel agents: by, or any additional costs incurred as a result of our Beyond Travel that you are duly authorised to provide Smartmoney (code: RBSYD) – Australia Only cancellation, including costs of airfares, visas or other Beyond Travel do not take responsibility if you rely the agreement and consent the other party and you Paymentgate (code: AARU) – Australia & New Zealand expenses incurred by you as a result of our cancellation. upon this information and fail to obtain your own agree to indemnify Beyond Travel for any breach of Enett (code: 200262) – Australia independent advice. REFUNDS warranty in this regard. Enett (code: 300478) – New Zealand No refunds will be made for any tours, meals, TRAVEL INSURANCE All monies paid by you to us will be the property of CARD FEES accommodation, sightseeing, transfers, or any other Cancellation and refund conditions are strictly Beyond Travel and will be a debt due and payable to A merchant fee of 1.6% will be charged for payments services included in the tour cost, which you do not enforced; therefore, we recommend that you carry the relevant supplier (contingent on availing) once made by MasterCard, 2.1% for Visa and 2.7% for utilise, if you are a “no show”, choose voluntarily comprehensive travel insurance which covers the services to which the money relates have been American Express. not to use the service, if you decide to leave the tour cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances or early, or if you are excluded from the tour due to your those beyond your control. 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If we are If you have a complaint about any aspect of the travel received in writing within 3 weeks from the date the in any account as we see fit, including with our own able to fulfil any changes or requests, you agree that arrangements, you must immediately bring it to the service was provided. and/or other customer monies. a fee of $55 will be payable at the time we confirm the attention of the tour leader or our local representative The contract between you and Beyond Travel is amendment. SHIP & ITINERARY CHANGES at the time to give us the opportunity to put things Beyond Travel and its principals will do everything right. If you fail to do this, you agree that you waive the deemed to have been made in the State of New South AMENDMENTS BY US possible to make sure your holiday goes according to right to make a future claim against us in connection Wales, Australia, and shall be governed by the laws of Every effort will be made to adhere to the published plan; however, sometimes an unforeseen event occurs to with the problem. If you notify the tour leader or our the State of New South Wales, Australia. Any disputes touring itinerary. We reserve the right to substitute cause changes to itinerary, hotel or vessel. Beyond Travel local representative of the problem and the problem is shall be dealt with by a court with the appropriate hotels for hotels of a comparable standard. will notify you of these changes as soon as possible. not solved to your satisfaction you must forward your jurisdiction in the State of New South Wales, Australia. Occasionally, circumstances beyond our control complaint in writing to Beyond Travel no later than MOORING If any provision of these Booking Conditions is found will force changes, amendments or modifications 28 days after completion of the tour at (otherwise you Many of Croatia’s historic harbours, are very small with to be unenforceable, then to the extent possible it will to the itinerary and its inclusions. To the fullest waive the right to make a claim against us in connection limited space and the popularity of cruising in Croatia be severed from these conditions without affecting the extent permitted by law, we will not be responsible with the problem): [email protected] has grown considerably year on year. Therefore it is not remaining provisions. for any omissions or modifications to the itinerary unusual for ships to moor alongside each other. 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