WINTER MAGIC IN ZAGREB

Arrival in Zagreb & Check-In at Your Hotel

Upon arrival at Zagreb Airport, enjoy a private transfer to your selected hotel:

Accommodation Options**:

• Standard Value Option- Manda Heritage Hotel
A charming boutique-style hotel just a short walk from the city centre. Comfortable, cosy, and excellent value for money.

• Mid/High-Range 4★ Option- Hotel Dubrovnik
A renowned hotel located directly on Ban Jelačić Square — perfect for Advent, shopping, sightseeing, and New Year’s Eve celebrations.

After check-in and some time to relax, enjoy a gentle evening stroll through Zagreb.
Walk through illuminated Zrinjevac Park, taste traditional fritule or mulled wine, and admire the festive atmosphere that makes Zagreb one of Europe’s most magical winter cities.***

***Outside the festive season, all guided tours, day trips, and experiences remain fully available. Destinations will offer a calmer atmosphere without holiday events, markets, or seasonal decorations, allowing guests to enjoy the sights, culture, and natural beauty at a more relaxed pace..***

Zagreb Walking Tour (Guided)

After breakfast, discover the beauty, legends, and festive spirit of Zagreb on a 2 hour guided tour. This special winter edition walk combines the best of history, culture, and Winter magic.

Highlights include:

• Grič Tunnel & the shortest funicular in the world
• Tkalčićeva Street dressed in festive lights
• Zagreb Cathedral 
• Stone Gate and its legends
• St. Mark’s Church and Upper Town stories
• Lotrščak Tower viewpoint
• Trg kralja Tomislava with its ice park

Along the way, your guide shares , charming myths, and local customs.
Enjoy free time afterward to explore Advent stalls, try Croatian sweets, or shop for handmade gifts or stroll through the city. ***

***Outside the festive season, all guided tours, day trips, and experiences remain fully available. Destinations will offer a calmer atmosphere without holiday events, markets, or seasonal decorations, allowing guests to enjoy the sights, culture, and natural beauty at a more relaxed pace.***

·         Overnight in Zagreb

Plitvice Lakes – Winter Wonderland / Day Trip from Zagreb

After breakfast, set off for one of nature’s greatest winter spectacles, Plitvice Lakes. Experience the park transformed into a serene wonderland, with frozen waterfalls, quiet snow-covered trails, and breathtaking viewpoints at every turn.

The emerald lakes, framed by a glistening winter forest, create picture-perfect scenes throughout the walk. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as the national park reveals its unique winter charm.

An optional lunch in a cosy traditional restaurant rounds off the experience.

Overnight in Zagreb.

Varaždin & Trakošćan Castle – Day Trip Outside Zagreb

After breakfast, spend the last day of the year exploring the romantic region of Hrvatsko Zagorje.

Begin with a guided visit to Varaždin, a Baroque gem filled with palaces, elegant streets, and winter decorations. Wander the charming Old Town, discover local cafés, and experience the peaceful holiday spirit.

Continue to Trakošćan Castle, perched above a tranquil lake. Explore the beautifully preserved rooms, medieval collections, and scenic surroundings.

Return to Zagreb in the afternoon, with time to rest and prepare for the New Year celebration.

Evening: Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Zagreb

Join the festive crowds at Ban Jelačić Square, enjoy live music, street performances, and fireworks. Toast to the New Year surrounded by joyful holiday energy

Optional New Year’s Eve Dinner Arrangements

For guests who prefer an indoor celebration instead of the open-air event at Ban Jelačić Square, we can organise:

• A festive New Year’s Eve dinner at the hotel, or
• A special New Year’s Eve celebration/dinner in selected Zagreb restaurants or indoor venues.

***Outside the festive season, all guided tours, day trips, and experiences remain fully available. Destinations will offer a calmer atmosphere without holiday events, markets, or seasonal decorations, allowing guests to enjoy the sights, culture, and natural beauty at a more relaxed pace.***

·         Overnight in Zagreb

Ljubljana & Lake Bled /Day Trip Outside Zagreb

After breakfast, you will join us on a full-day excursion and enjoy a beautiful journey to Slovenia.

Our first stop is  Lake Bled, a fairytale alpine setting surrounded by snow-dusted mountains. Visit Bled Castle for unforgettable panoramas, stroll the lakeside, or optionally take a pletna boat to the island (weather permitting).

We will continue our journey to  Ljubljana, the Old Town glows with artistic light installations, cozy wooden chalets, and the scent of hot chocolate and mulled wine. A guided walking tour reveals the Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge, Preseren Square, and atmospheric Christmas areas.

After the tour, enjoy free time to explore the festive market.

In the evening, we will return to Zagreb.

***Outside the festive season, all guided tours, day trips, and experiences remain fully available. Destinations will offer a calmer atmosphere without holiday events, markets, or seasonal decorations, allowing guests to enjoy the sights, culture, and natural beauty at a more relaxed pace.***

Overnight in Zagreb

Departure from Zagreb

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out. Private transfer to Zagreb Airport marks the end of your festive holiday , enriched with Winter magic, beautiful landscapes, and unforgettable memories.