Amsterdam to Slovenia & Croatia Adventure

11 days 6 destinations Abby Lovsin Updated May 15, 2026

An 11-day journey from the vibrant canals of Amsterdam to the stunning natural beauty of Slovenia and the historic coastal cities of Croatia.

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Itinerary

Day 1 · Monday, June 8, 2026
1 09:00 – 11:00

Flight

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Direct flight from Amsterdam to Ljubljana.

2 11:30 – 12:00

Airport Transfer

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)

Taxi or shuttle from Ljubljana airport to city center.

Hotel Cubo Nearby 1/8
3 12:15 – 12:45

Check-in

Hotel Cubo

Check into the hotel and drop off luggage.

Central Market Ljubljana
4 13:00 – 14:00

Lunch

Central Market Ljubljana

Grab a quick lunch at one of the stalls or nearby cafes.

Ljubljana Old Town 1/6
5 14:30 – 17:00

Walking Tour

Ljubljana Old Town

Self-guided walk through the Dragon Bridge, Triple Bridge, and along the Ljubljanica River.

Ljubljana Castle 1/5
6 17:15 – 19:00

Castle Visit

Ljubljana Castle

Take the funicular up to the castle for panoramic views and explore the grounds.

Julija Restaurant Nearby 1/8
7 19:45 – 21:15

Dinner

Julija Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Slovenian dinner.

Hotel Cubo Nearby 1/8
8 21:30 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Cubo

Overnight stay at Hotel Cubo.

Day 2 · Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Café Cacao Nearby 1/8
9 08:15 – 09:00

Breakfast

Café Cacao

Start the day with breakfast by the river.

St. Nicholas's Cathedral Nearby 1/8
10 09:15 – 10:00

Cathedral Visit

St. Nicholas's Cathedral

Visit the stunning interior of the cathedral.

Prešeren Square 1/5
11 10:15 – 11:00

Sightseeing

Prešeren Square

Explore the square and admire the architecture.

National Gallery of Slovenia 1/2
12 11:15 – 12:45

Museum Visit

National Gallery of Slovenia

Explore Slovenian art and history.

Pop's Place Nearby 1/8
13 13:00 – 14:00

Lunch

Pop's Place

Enjoy a casual lunch by the Ljubljanica River.

Metelkova Mesto Autonomous Cultural Centre Nearby 1/8
14 14:45 – 16:15

Explore Art District

Metelkova Mesto Autonomous Cultural Centre

Wander through the unique street art and independent galleries.

Tivoli Park 1/3
15 16:45 – 18:00

Relax in Park

Tivoli Park

Enjoy a leisurely walk or relax on a bench in the park.

Gostilna Na Gradu Nearby 1/8
16 19:30 – 21:00

Dinner

Gostilna Na Gradu

Enjoy a special dinner at the castle restaurant.

Hotel Cubo Nearby 1/8
17 21:30 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Cubo

Overnight stay at Hotel Cubo.

Day 3 · Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Hotel Cubo Nearby 1/8
18 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Cubo

Breakfast at the hotel.

19 09:15 – 10:15

Bus

Ljubljana Central Bus Station

Bus ride from Ljubljana to Lake Bled.

Lake Bled 1/7
20 10:45 – 12:00

Pletna Boat Ride

Lake Bled

Take a traditional 'Pletna' boat to Bled Island.

Bled Island and Church of the Assumption 1/8
21 12:00 – 12:45

Explore Island Church

Bled Island and Church of the Assumption

Ring the wishing bell at the Church of the Assumption.

Restavracija 1906 Bled 1/6
22 13:00 – 14:00

Lunch

Restavracija 1906 Bled

Enjoy lunch with a view of the lake.

Bled Castle 1/7
23 14:30 – 16:00

Castle Visit

Bled Castle

Explore the castle museum, chapel, and enjoy the views.

24 16:30 – 17:30

Bus

Bled Bus Station

Return bus journey from Bled to Ljubljana.

Vogel Restaurant Nearby 1/8
25 19:00 – 20:30

Dinner

Vogel Restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed dinner after a day trip.

Hotel Cubo Nearby 1/8
26 21:00 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Cubo

Overnight stay at Hotel Cubo.

Day 4 · Thursday, June 11, 2026
Hotel Cubo Nearby 1/8
27 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Cubo

Breakfast at the hotel.

Hotel Cubo Nearby 1/8
28 08:45 – 09:00

Check-out

Hotel Cubo

Check out from the hotel.

29 09:30 – 12:00

Train

Ljubljana Central Bus Station

Scenic train journey from Ljubljana to Zagreb.

Hotel Capital Nearby 1/8
30 12:30 – 13:00

Check-in

Hotel Capital

Check into the hotel after arrival in Zagreb.

Kavkaz Café Nearby 1/8
31 13:15 – 14:15

Lunch

Kavkaz Café

Enjoy a light lunch and coffee at a traditional Zagreb cafe.

Ban Jelačić Square 1/6
32 14:30 – 15:00

Explore Main Square

Ban Jelačić Square

Take in the atmosphere of Zagreb's main square.

Zagreb Cathedral 1/7
33 15:15 – 16:15

Cathedral Visit

Zagreb Cathedral

Visit the iconic Zagreb Cathedral.

Tkalčićeva Street 1/4
34 16:30 – 18:00

Stroll & Coffee

Tkalčićeva Street

Enjoy a leisurely stroll and maybe grab a coffee at one of the many cafes.

Dubravkin Put Nearby 1/8
35 19:30 – 21:00

Dinner

Dubravkin Put

Enjoy a fine dining experience in Zagreb.

Hotel Capital Nearby 1/8
36 21:30 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Capital

Overnight stay at Hotel Capital.

Day 5 · Friday, June 12, 2026
Hotel Capital Nearby 1/8
37 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Capital

Breakfast at the hotel.

Upper Town (Gornji Grad) Nearby 1/8
38 09:15 – 10:00

Funicular Ride & Explore

Upper Town (Gornji Grad)

Take the shortest public funicular in the world up to Gornji Grad and explore.

St. Mark's Church Nearby 1/8
39 10:00 – 10:45

Church Visit

St. Mark's Church

Admire the unique roof of St. Mark's Church.

Museum of Broken Relationships
40 11:00 – 12:30

Museum Visit

Museum of Broken Relationships

Explore this poignant and unusual museum.

Stari Fijaker 900 Nearby 1/8
41 12:45 – 13:45

Lunch

Stari Fijaker 900

Savor traditional Croatian cuisine.

Dolac Market 1/2
42 14:15 – 15:30

Market Exploration

Dolac Market

Experience the lively atmosphere of Zagreb's main market.

Art Park Zagreb 1/3
43 16:00 – 17:30

Relax & Art

Art Park Zagreb

Discover the vibrant street art and relax in this creative space.

Pod Zidom Bistro & Wine Bar Nearby 1/8
44 19:00 – 20:30

Dinner

Pod Zidom Bistro & Wine Bar

Enjoy a modern Croatian dinner.

Hotel Capital Nearby 1/8
45 21:00 – 07:30

Accommodation

Hotel Capital

Overnight stay at Hotel Capital.

Day 6 · Saturday, June 13, 2026
Hotel Capital Nearby 1/8
46 07:30 – 08:00

Breakfast

Hotel Capital

Early breakfast at the hotel.

Hotel Capital Nearby 1/8
47 08:00 – 08:15

Check-out

Hotel Capital

Check out from the hotel.

48 08:45 – 11:00

Bus

Zagreb Bus Station

Bus from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Plitvice Lakes National Park - Entrance 1 1/6
49 11:15 – 15:15

Park Exploration

Plitvice Lakes National Park - Entrance 1

Hike and explore the Lower and Upper Lakes, enjoying the stunning waterfalls.

Restoran Poljana Nearby
50 15:30 – 16:30

Lunch

Restoran Poljana

Lunch after exploring the national park.

51 16:45 – 20:30

Bus

Plitvice Lakes Bus Stop (near Entrance 1)

Bus from Plitvice Lakes to Split. This will be a long but scenic journey.

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
52 21:00 – 21:30

Check-in

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Check into the hotel in Split.

Konoba Varos
53 21:45 – 22:45

Dinner

Konoba Varos

Enjoy a late dinner of local specialties.

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
54 23:00 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Overnight stay at Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel.

Day 7 · Sunday, June 14, 2026
Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
55 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

Diocletian's Palace 1/3
56 09:15 – 12:00

Palace Exploration

Diocletian's Palace

Explore the labyrinthine streets, Peristyle, Cathedral of St. Domnius, and Jupiter's Temple within the palace complex.

Bokeria Kitchen & Wine Bar Nearby 1/8
57 12:30 – 13:45

Lunch

Bokeria Kitchen & Wine Bar

Enjoy a modern Croatian lunch near the palace.

Riva Promenade 1/2
58 14:15 – 15:15

Stroll along Riva

Riva Promenade

Enjoy a leisurely walk along the bustling Riva promenade.

Marjan Hill 1/7
59 15:45 – 17:45

Hike & Viewpoint

Marjan Hill

Hike up to one of the viewpoints for panoramic views of Split and the Adriatic Sea.

Zlatna Ribica Nearby 1/8
60 19:30 – 21:00

Dinner

Zlatna Ribica

Enjoy fresh seafood for dinner.

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
61 21:30 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Overnight stay at Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel.

Day 8 · Monday, June 15, 2026
Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
62 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

63 09:15 – 10:15

Ferry

Split Ferry Port

Take a catamaran or ferry to Hvar Island.

Hvar Town 1/7
64 10:30 – 12:00

Explore Hvar Town

Hvar Town

Wander through the marble streets, explore the main square (Pjaca), and the waterfront.

Fortica (Spanish Fortress) Nearby 1/8
65 12:00 – 13:00

Fortress Visit

Fortica (Spanish Fortress)

Hike up or take a short taxi to the fortress for breathtaking views.

Dalmatino Nearby 1/8
66 13:15 – 14:30

Lunch

Dalmatino

Enjoy a delicious lunch in Hvar Town.

Pakleni Islands
67 14:45 – 16:45

Boat Trip to Pakleni Islands

Pakleni Islands

Optional short boat trip to a nearby Pakleni Island (e.g., Jerolim or Palmižana) for swimming.

68 17:15 – 18:15

Ferry

Hvar Port

Return ferry from Hvar to Split.

Pizzeria Portas Food & Restaurant Nearby 1/8
69 19:00 – 20:30

Dinner

Pizzeria Portas Food & Restaurant

Enjoy a casual dinner in Split.

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
70 21:00 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Overnight stay at Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel.

Day 9 · Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
71 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel Nearby 1/8
72 08:45 – 09:00

Check-out

Hotel Marmont Heritage Hotel

Check out from the hotel.

73 09:30 – 13:30

Bus

Split Bus Station

Bus journey from Split to Dubrovnik.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik 1/7
74 14:15 – 14:45

Check-in

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

Check into the hotel in Dubrovnik.

Restaurant Orhan Nearby 1/8
75 15:00 – 16:00

Lunch

Restaurant Orhan

Enjoy a relaxed lunch near the Old Town.

Pile Gate Nearby 1/8
76 16:15 – 16:45

Explore Old Town Entrance

Pile Gate

Enter the Old Town through Pile Gate and take in the historic atmosphere.

Stradun (Placa) Nearby 1/8
77 16:45 – 18:30

Walking Tour

Stradun (Placa)

Self-guided walk along Stradun, exploring side streets and squares.

Restaurant Posat Nearby 1/8
78 19:30 – 21:00

Dinner

Restaurant Posat

Enjoy a memorable dinner with a view of the Old Town.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik 1/7
79 21:30 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

Overnight stay at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik.

Day 10 · Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik 1/7
80 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

Breakfast at the hotel.

Walls of Dubrovnik 1/9
81 09:00 – 11:00

Walk City Walls

Walls of Dubrovnik

Walk the full circuit of the city walls for unparalleled views. Start early to avoid crowds and heat.

Rector's Palace Nearby 1/8
82 11:15 – 12:30

Museum Visit

Rector's Palace

Explore the history of Dubrovnik in this impressive palace.

Lucin Kantun Nearby 1/8
83 12:45 – 13:45

Lunch

Lucin Kantun

Enjoy a delicious lunch in a quaint Old Town setting.

Dubrovnik Cable Car 1/7
84 14:30 – 16:00

Cable Car Ride & View

Dubrovnik Cable Car

Take the cable car up to Mount Srđ for incredible panoramic views.

Lokrum Island 1/8
85 16:15 – 18:15

Island Excursion (Lokrum)

Lokrum Island

Take a ferry to Lokrum Island for a relaxing afternoon, exploring the botanical garden and Dead Sea lake.

Restaurant Nautika Nearby 1/8
86 19:45 – 21:15

Farewell Dinner

Restaurant Nautika

Enjoy a final exquisite dinner in Dubrovnik.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik 1/7
87 21:45 – 08:00

Accommodation

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

Overnight stay at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik.

Day 11 · Thursday, June 18, 2026
Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik 1/7
88 08:00 – 08:45

Breakfast

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

Breakfast at the hotel.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik 1/7
89 08:45 – 09:00

Check-out

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

Check out from the hotel.

90 09:30 – 10:00

Airport Transfer

Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

Taxi or shuttle to Dubrovnik Airport for departure.

91 12:00 – 14:30

Flight

Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

Depart from Dubrovnik.

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