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CROATIA - WALKING
Walking in Croatia
8 days
from
£599
HALF BOARD WALKING GRADES 2-3
Fly from... Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham or Manchester
Highlights Include Rabac Nature Walk Green Istria Discover Labin Sisol Mountain Island Cruise & Barbecue Opatija Optional Excursion Plitvice Lakes
LABIN
4.3
5.0
HOTELS NARCIS, HEDERA & MIMOSA
Washed by the sparkling waters of the Adriatic sea, Croatia is home to some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in Europe. This warm and welcoming destination is also a treasure trove of historical and cultural heritage, just waiting for you to discover on our marvellous walking programme.
YOUR RESORT Your base at Rabac on Maslinica Bay has been popular with visitors since the 19th century, drawn by the mild climate, friendly welcome and picturesque setting. It is an ideal starting point for walks to discover the truly beautiful landscape and historic sites of the Istrian Peninsula. INCLUDED EXCURSIONS Walks are organised by our local agent, Rudi. Rabac Nature Walk - On this delightful half day walk in the Karst area around Rabac, enjoy the beautiful scenery and visit the charming villages of Kosi and Ripenda (approx. 4 hours' walk). Green Istria - This lovely full day walk takes us uphill to the village of Gondolici to the peak of Ostri and then to the pretty village of Skitaca (approx. 5 hours' walk). There will be an included lunch in a mountain hut. Return by coach. Discover Labin - Enjoy a half day walking tour to nearby Labin, a delightful medieval town. We return to Rabac via a picturesque waterfall (approx. 4 hours' walk). Sisol Mountain - A challenging full day trip offering stunning views from the peak of Mount Sisol over Kvarner Bay. On our descent we visit the town of Plomin, where we enjoy an included traditional fish lunch (approx. 6 hours' walk). Opatija - A half day visit to this popular resort on Kvarner Bay. There are beautifully maintained gardens, fountains and a lovely seven mile long coastal promenade known as the Lungomare. Island Cruise & Barbecue - A boat cruise along the coast to the lovely island of Cres, where we drop anchor in a beautiful bay. This wonderful day out includes a barbecue lunch. OPTIONAL EXCURSION Plitvice Lakes - A full day of stunning scenery amid the glorious lakes and forests of Croatia's Plitvice National Park, among the most beautiful in Europe. Situated in a valley between forested mountain sides, sixteen beautiful lakes spill into each other forming glittering cascades and thundering waterfalls. YOUR HOTEL You will stay at the popular Complesso dei Fiori (Flower Complex), comprising the Hotels Narcis, Hedera and Mimosa, a short walk from the centre of Rabac and overlooking the white shingle beach on Maslinica Bay. Facilities include lifts, two pools, a gym, sauna and solarium. All standard bedrooms are rear facing with private facilities, satellite TV and telephone. Please see page 66 for a full description of this complex.
RABAC
What's Included
Return flights to Rijeka or Pula Transfers between airport and hotel Services of an air-conditioned executive coach Seven nights' half board accommodation Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager Local wine or soft drink with dinner each evening Lunch on two days Daily afternoon tea Walks and excursions with local guide as detailed. All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges ITALY SLOVENIA
Opatija Rijeka Labin Rabac Pula
Adriatic Sea
Dates, Prices & Flight Information
Heathrow Rijeka
Plitvice
Croatia Airlines Depart 1150 hrs Return arr. 1100 hrs
Holiday ref: GECR
Birmingham Pula
thomsonfly Depart 0700 hrs Return arr. 1310 hrs
Gatwick Pula
thomsony Depart 1000 hrs Return arr. 1525 hrs
Manchester Pula
thomsonfly Depart 1555 hrs Return arr. 2210 hrs
CROATIA
2009
WALKING INFORMATION
Our walks require a reasonable level of fitness and ideally some previous walking experience. You will need comfortable walking boots, a small rucksack, waterproofs, a hat and sunglasses. A local guide will also accompany you on your walks. Grade 2 Walks These are moderate, for anyone who is comfortable walking hills. Still plenty of time to rest and enjoy the scenery, however up to 5 hours walking a day on slightly more rugged terrain. Ascent less than 500m per day. Grade 3 Walks These are more strenuous, for the more accomplished hill walker. More continuous stretches of trekking totaling about 5 hours a day, often in mountainous terrain where paths can be steep. Ascent up to 1000m per day.
Apr 22 Aug 26
£614 £744
May 12 May 26 Jun 09, 23 Sep 01 Sep 22
£634 £644 £664 £689 £599
May 12 May 26 Jun 09, 23 Sep 01 Sep 22
£634 £644 £664 £689 £599
May 12 May 26 Jun 09, 23 Sep 01 Sep 22
£634 £644 £664 £689 £599
Deposit £100 per person Single room from £80 Front facing rooms available from £25 per person / Front facing & balcony rooms available from £35 per person For insurance information, please see page 195. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities. ALSO FLY FROM... Regional connecting flights to London airports are also available. Please see pages 6-7 for details. TRANSFERS MAKE YOUR OWN WAY Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approx. 1 hours 15 mins. Save £150. Please see page 7 for further details.
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