Pearls of Dalmatia

As our small group travels from historic Zagreb and beautiful Lake Bled to the Habsburg resort of Opatija, the island of Hvar, and beloved Dubrovnik, we see why this cherished region lays such a claim on the hearts of all who visit.

Pearls of Dalmatia

As our small group travels from historic Zagreb and beautiful Lake Bled to the Habsburg resort of Opatija, the island of Hvar, and beloved Dubrovnik, we see why this cherished region lays such a claim on the hearts of all who visit.

Highlights

  • After a castle tour in Bled take a boat ride and view this resort town, that is straight out of a fairytale, with its emerald green waters nestled in the Julian Alps
  • Head to Plitvice National Park known for its 16 turquoise-colored lakes connected by a series of waterfalls and cascades surrounded by dense forests
  • Visit the 3rd-century Diocletian’s Palace in Split before taking a ferry to Hvar, the “queen” of the Dalmatian islands and home to one of Croatia’s oldest cities
  • Enjoy a walking tour of the city walls of Dubrovnik, and visit its Baroque Cathedral and Treasury, whose gilded shelves and historic relics sit behind wooden doors
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Odysseys Unlimited.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Zagreb, Croatia
Day 2: Arrive Zagreb
Day 3: Zagreb
Day 4: Zagreb | Ljubljana, Slovenia
Day 5: Ljubljana | Lake Bled
Day 6: Ljubljana | Postojna | Opatija, Croatia
Day 7: Opatija | Istrian Peninsula
Day 8: Opatija
Day 9: Opatija | Plitvice Lakes | Trogir
Day 10: Trogir | Split | Hvar
Day 11: Hvar
Day 12: Hvar | Dubrovnik
Day 13: Dubrovnik
Day 14: Dubrovnik
Day 15: Depart for U.S.

Host

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Martina Jerant

Program Manager, Weiser Prostate Center

Fun fact

I am an Olympic Athlete. I represented the Candian Basketball team in the 1996 Olympic games in Atlanta.

U-M Role

I currently work with both Michigan Leadership and former patients to improve the patient experience for our Prostate Cancer patients.

Trip Experience

Croatia is very near and dear to my heart as both of parents are Croatian. After college, I lived in the capital of Zagreb for five years, and then the seaport town of Rijeka for three years. I have tremendous appreciation for the culture, cuisine, people, nature, and beauty of Croatia. I am fluent in the Croatian language and very comfortable navigating and touring surrounding areas. This itinerary is a wonderful balance to enjoy much of the Croatian landscape and even – Bled, Slovenia (which reminds me of one of my favorite places on earth, Lake Como, Italy). This is a tour that will showcase the history, architecture, and natural beauty of Croatia.

Available to Book
April 29–May 13, 2024

Starting price

$5,784

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Croatia, Montenegro, Slovenia

Activity Level

High
April 29–May 13, 2024

Starting price

$5,784
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Croatia, Montenegro, Slovenia

Activity Level

High
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