CROATIA TRAVEL SPECIALISTS CROATIAincluding Slovenia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina www.croatiatravel.net.au 1 Rich Cultural and Historical Heritage You can immerse yourself in the history and culture of old cities, or find places tucked away that are private and remote, offering total relaxation. From bustling cities to small towns that hold on to a more traditional and quiet way of life, each has something to offer from museums and galleries to churches, palaces, castles and monasteries. Surrounded by well preserved architecture, walking through narrow CROATIA TRAVEL cobblestone streets in time to the ringing of bell WELCOME TO OUR towers, you are transported to centuries past. SPECIALISTSNEW 2018 BROCHURE. Ecological Oasis of Europe Within moments you can completely change your surroundings and walk, hike, climb, ride, dive, canoe and sail through all the diverse natural Dobro Dosli!! Croatian for Welcome and this is what beauty Croatia has to offer. This is a land that will you can expect when you contact Croatia Travel suit all tastes with imposing mountains, rolling Specialists. I would like to welcome you to our new hills, fields full of flowers, forests and caves. The 2018 brochure. coast and the islands are also intensely varied. 2018 promises to be a very busy year after the The moonlike landscape of islands that face the response to our 50th anniversary specials and northern wind are in stark contrast to the deep green of those that are exposed primarily to the promotions last year. Some of our Gold Collection sun, with their high quality local wines, fruit and and other specials will continue into 2018, so see vegetables brimming with taste. our website for details. From it’s humble beginnings as a suburban travel agency to a group of specialist Clean Water and Sea businesses working in the most special places in the (L-R) Richard Ruskin (Managing Director), Mirjana (Mary) world, we now look after clients all over Australia Martin (Director of Operations), Paul Martin (Director of Sales) For the sailor there are steep cliffs that drop into and the world. a deep blue and crystal clear sea, coves that can Croatia Travel Specialists has built up a reputation be reached only by boat, and endless beaches. of offering the best in travel to Croatia, Slovenia, “Croatia Travel Specialists... Below the surface are sunken treasures as witnesses of a turbulent past and sea life you will Bosnia, Herzegovina and Montenegro, through Small Country, Big Surprise!” see nowhere else in the Mediterranean in such a combination of on-ground experience and abundance. knowledge that my staff and I have enjoyed over many years. Paul & Mirjana (Mary) Martin, who and gulets to hire – including Dufour Yachts and Cheerful, Hospitable, Charming oversee Croatia Travel Specialists, have spent 10 People years living in and exploring Croatia in great detail. the brand new range of one way and round trip Their local knowledge of the towns, places of cruises, on offer this year and is now available The memories you will take back with you will be interest, restaurants, beaches, nightlife and culture is through Croatia Travel Specialists. not only of the sights, but the smells of the sea, unsurpassed – even down to where to swim, or what I am delighted to offer you the tours, yacht and wild herbs, orchards and vineyards, the sounds wine or schnapps to drink!! gulet hire and individual arrangements in this of cicadas and donkeys braying and certainly the feel of the beach beneath your feet. You What sets Croatia Travel Specialists apart is our brochure to assist in opening your eyes to what will be stunned by the diversity of cuisine and flexibility to tailor-make your trip at the most Croatia has in store for you. I am sure it will dialects, and the kindness with which you will be competitive and value for money rates in Australia. inspire you to visit one of my favourite European greeted. Each region has something different and In this new brochure there is a large range of destinations – Croatia. But don’t take my word for it, see it for yourself. unforgettable to offer. Anyone who has glimpsed suggested tour itineraries that can be amended to that long, mountainous, island-studded coast suit your individual needs. These only represent a would surely agree that its beauty is little short of small percentage of what is on offer. As sailing in RICHARD RUSKIN divine. Croatia, quite simply, is blessed with some Croatia is one of the region’s big draw cards, we Managing Director, of the most spectacular scenery on the planet offer you a range of high quality yachts, cruisers Croatia Travel Specialists. and in recent years has become a favorite tourist destination. Our services include • Private Touring to suit WHY CROATIA TRAVEL SPECIALISTS? • Accommodation We are a passionate team of travel specialists to detail utilising our wealth of experience and • City stays with a reputation for delivering premium travel extensive knowledge bank. • Self Drive Holidays experiences to Croatia. • Escorted Coach Tours Explore Croatia with us and you will soon see • Guided Sightseeing Croatia Travel Specialists, a division of The Travel why Croatia Travel Specialists is a part of one of • Transfers Specialists, is there to not only advise you of the longest established and reputable travel • Chauffeur Drive Services the best accommodation, tour yacht or gulet, companies in Australia. We love what we do • Rent-A-Car and we're confident you will too. but ensuring you get the trip you have always • Bus Rental dreamed of, at the best value for money price. And remember our other divisions offer the • Yacht Charters We know every individual is unique which is why same expertise, level of service and attention • Boat Charters we take time to understand what you are looking to detail with specialists in Africa, South • Gulets for, to ensure we deliver you a trip of a lifetime. America & Central America, India & Sri Lanka • Sports & Cultural Events Next, we craft your itinerary, ensuring attention and Antarctica. • Incentives & Conferences • Team Building and Active Holidays • Business Travel • Pilgrimages • Wellness Programs 2 Croatia Travel Specialists CONTENTS 4 General Information and Map 5 Coach Tours & Suggested Itineraries 6 Ultimate Croatia & Beyond 7 Grand Tourer 8 Dalmatian Sunshine 9 Best of Croatia 10 Croatia Highlights 11 Croatia and Montenegro Express 12 Three Island Hopper Tour 13 Southern Dalmatia Island Hopper 14 Self–Drive Croatia 15 Cruising, Yachting & Gulets 16 Deluxe Cruises 24 Sailing Yachts 26 Cruising Gulet Charters www.croatiatravel.net.au 3 Bled Koprivnica SLOVENIA HUNGARY LUBLJANA Postojna Caves ZAGREB Q TRIESTE SERBIA Q Karlovac Osijek Umag Risnjak National Park CROATIA Novigrad Opatija Rijeka Porec Q Q Rovinj Rabac Senj Pula Krk Q Velebit National Park Plitvice National Park Cres Rab Mali Losinj Gospic Paklenica National Park BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA Q Zadar Uglijan Knin Blograd Kornat National Park Vodice Sibenik Q Primosten Q Kastela SARAJEVO Trogir Split Omis Supetar Brela Solta Brac Mostar Q Makarska Bol Hvar Hvar Vis Airline Partners: Vela Luka Korcula MONTENEGRO Korcula Elafiti Island Mljet Dubrovnik Cavtat Q INFORMATION Geographical position: Population: Number of islands, solitary rocks and reefs: Croatia extends from the furthest eastern 4,209,815 inhabitants; composition: the 1,185; the largest islands are Cres and Krk. edges of the Alps in the northwest to the majority of the population are Croats; national Highest peak: Pannonian lowlands and the banks of the minorities are Serbs, Slovenes, Hungarians, Dinara: 1,831m above sea level. Danube in the east; its central region is covered Bosnians, Italians, Czechs and others. by the Dinara mountain range, and its southern Currency: Climate: parts extend to the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Kuna (1 kuna = 0.20 AUD). Foreign currency can Northern Croatia has a continental climate; central Croatia has a semi–highland and Surface: be exchanged in banks, exchange offices, post highland climate, while the Croatian coast has a The mainland covers 56,594 sq km; surface area offices, travel agencies, hotels, camps, marinas; Mediterranean climate. Winter temperatures range of territorial waters totals 31,067sq km. travelers cheques can be cashed in banks. from –5°C to 10°C in the continental region, –5°C Capital: System of government: to 0°C in the mountain region, and 5°C to 10°C in Multi–party parliamentary republic. Zagreb (circa 1,000,000 inhabitants), the the coastal region. Summer temperatures range economic, cultural and academic Coastline: from 22°C to 26°C in the continental region, 15°C centre of the country. 5,835.3 km, of which 4,058 km comprise the to 20°C in the mountain region, and 26°C to 30°C coastlines of islands, solitary rocks and reefs. in the coastal region. 4 Croatia Travel Specialists COACH TOURS & SUGGESTED ITINERARIES www.croatiatravel.net.au 5 Dubrovnik ULTIMATE CROATIA & BEYOND This unforgettable 14 day scheduled escorted coach tour (guaranteed departures), commences in Zagreb and travels to Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice Lakes, Ljubljana and ends in Venice. Stay in first class accommodation and travel by modern air conditioned coach on a journey through some of Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Slovenia’s finest scenery, ending in Italy’s most romantic city – Venice. (English speaking tour only) Day 1: Arrival Zagreb picturesque walled UNESCO protected city. Afterwards, 14 Days / 13 Nights On arrival in Zagreb, you will be met and transferred to you will travel inland to Plitvice Lakes National Park. (B, D) your hotel. Enjoy some free time to explore until your Day 9: Plitvice Lakes welcome dinner with your traveling companions. (D) CROATIA / BOSNIA Today you will explore the Plitvice National Park. Enjoy the Day 2: Zagreb breathtaking scenery of this natural wonderland.