Best of the Adriatic in 14 Days Tour

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our first guided tour with RS Europe exceeded our expectations in every way. From the knowledgeable and engaging guides to the well-planned itinerary, every detail was thoughtfully organized. We loved the perfect balance of sightseeing, cultural experiences, and free time to explore on our own. The small group atmosphere made it easy to connect with fellow travelers, and the local insights brought each destination to life. It was an unforgettable experience. We can't wait to book another tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There wasn't just one wow moment on our tour—there were many. Highlights included exploring the lovely and off-the-beaten-path city of Ljubljana; standing in the remarkably preserved Roman arena in Pula; strolling Opatija's elegant seafront promenade; tasting exceptional wine and olive oil in Istria; touring Diocletian's Palace in Split; and walking Dubrovnik's ancient city walls in the late afternoon light. A fun theme throughout the trip was our quest to find the best gelato at every stop. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Slovenia, Croatia and Bosnia are beautiful and interesting countries. Our tour guide, Anja, did a wonderful job preparing us for each day's adventures and educating us on the recent and ancient histories of these countries and all of the former Yugoslavia.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably Plitvice Lakes National Park and the Julian Alps. We also loved all of the surprises, like the visits to the winery and the agritourismo (for the lesson on identifying extra virgin olive oil). The real "wow" was our guide, Anja, and our local guides, especially the one in Stolac & Mostar and in Dubrovnik."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great guide, and bus driver! Never felt rushed, plenty of free time. Hotels were adequate, some nicer than others, but always pretty clean and comfortable. Meals were somewhat disappointing, but I feel that's just the types of foods in this area. Very plain and unseasoned.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Absolutely loved Slovenia, especially the Lake Bled area. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful tour! This is an area that I was less familiar with, so much to learn.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our guide’s personal history in Mostar, seeing the town, the buildings still standing, the history and the interior of a mosque and a home. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent from start to finish. What beautiful countries to explore. The tour was well planned and our guide Sanel was one of the best we have had on all our tours we have taken.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in light rain in the Plitvice Waterfall park. It set the mood. Walking up the steep hill in Split to a breathtaking view overlooking this pretty coastal city. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful tour! This tour had been recommended to us by several frequent Rick Steves travelers. This was an area that we knew little about, but we founded it stunningly beautiful with a rich culture and fascinating history. This helped us to covered a lot of sights that it would have been difficult to get to on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"If I have to choose, I would say the hike through Plitvice Lakes National Park."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

My knowledge of these countries was sparse, so this was quite a learning experience for me. Chilly, rainy weather at the start of the tour was a bummer, especially my deciding against the Plitvice hike because of slippery conditions. So impressed that my fellow tour members were totally a “no grumps” group, despite the bad weather. Our guide, Sanel, encouraged us to look on the bright side even on chilly, rainy days.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting Bosnia, especially Mostar, was a complete “wow.” Sanel, our amazing guide, shared his personal story of growing up during a time of war. He is an inspiration! Seeing new and modern buildings in Mostar side by side with bombed out structures was a chilling, up close reminder of the horrors of war. Visiting a mosque was also a highlight for me."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent. Every day was well planned. I saw/experienced what I had hoped for.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mostar. Learning about the Yugoslav war."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Terrific trip -- covered a lot of ground, history, culture, natural beauty. Tour guide, Sanel was outstanding. From Bosnia, he provided insight, experiences, local culture, tips, suggestions throughout the tour which enhanced the overall experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"WOW moment was going to Bosnia -- Sanel's hometown. Hearing & seeing a glimpse of his experience growing up during war times. Seeing the natural beauty of the areas."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Rick Steve’s Europe is the only tour company I use. I share the philosophy of the tour structure . The itinerary is always as advertised and usually has a few “ surprises” included!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I live at the seashore but it was enjoyable to see the sea and mountains at the same time . Korcula was a beautiful island with a lovely hotel. I especially e joyed visiting Sanel’s hometown and hearing his personal story and what he is doing to restore his town. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

What a great experience! Best guide ever and awesome bus and driver. We could not have asked for better. We felt like family. It was organized, great hotels and food and our guide was so knowledgeable and fun it made for the best time!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved every moment but the most surprising was the national park with waterfalls… I had no idea how special that place was. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We travel quite often. This was our first Rick Steve’s tour and it did not disappoint. Everything was thoroughly vetted especially minimizing large crowds and wait times.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The splitzvice national park. The water falls were amazing. And we come from California, with Yosemite and this blew Yosemite away. Our guide always had us leave early in the morning to avoid large crowds and had us walk the park in reverse. This was a brilliant decision. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved how well balanced the tour was. Just enough free time so the opportunity was there to rest instead of covering sth of interest that wasn’t on the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Klapa acapella singers "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

First of all, Barbara was wonderful. She always made sure that everyone knew what was going to happen and prepared for the best experience. In addition, our local guides were great-very knowledgeable and interesting. Slovenia and Croatia were very beautiful and I feel like I got a good sense of the people and the country. Bosnia was kind of a depressing day but I am very grateful that it was included in the tour. It's important to acknowledge their history and their resilience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes and the walk around the park. Lots of wows but our final dinner together has to be named also. What a great group!!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was well organized and made the most of the 13 days to see as much as possible.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I was wowed by Plitvice Lakes National Park. We had a perfect day and started out the day earlier enough that it was not too crowded which we all appreciated."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was amazing! We loved touring the various charming cities along the route, as well as many unexpected surprises along the way. The landscape views from the bus were incredible! All around, it was a fabulous tour where we learned a lot about the history and culture of the areas while also soaking in the beauty and delicious food of the various regions. It was an exhausting (but worth it), immersive plunge into this fascinating culture!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Plitvice National Park was a definite WOW - absolutely gorgeous scenery at every turn. I also loved the charm, history and character of the coastal cities we visited. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very active and full tour.   Barbara was an excellent guide, and we were fortunate to have a good group on the tour.  All the local guides were also excellent.  We particularly appreciated guides in Bosnia, Dubrovnik, Ljubljana.  The hotels and food were all good and so were the special stops.  We learned a lot and enjoyed getting local perspectives on the history and events in the area.  Getting an early morning start at the more popular locales was especially key to enjoying these places.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"For us there were several WOW moments on this tour.  Bosnia was particularly impactful both in Stolac and in Mostar where both guides were excellent with personal stories of their experiences during the 1990s war. We also enjoyed learning about the traditions surrounding Turkish tea at the wealthy merchant’s home in Mostar. Lake Bled, the Old bridge in Mostar, the Waterfalls in Plitvice National Park, and the walls around Dubrovnik are all individual WOW moments.  "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour plan was excellent with quality sites, informative history, quality accommodations and a nice balance of group and personal time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Views from various hikes to look down and around our surroundings."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved this tour- never knew a thing about “war-torn” Bosnia before and this tour really opened my eyes to the suffering these people endured I really appreciated the personal stories our tour guide there shared with us

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We had a fabulous last night dinner party complete with a fantastic musical entertainer. Our tour guide, Barbara, sure picked a wonderful place for our going away party- everyone had a memorable adventure that night Barbara was such a warm person- she told many humorous stories from her past experiences that really added to the fun"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Where to begin? As Slovenia was our initiation to the Balkans, Ljubljana was outstanding and set us up for a wonderful tour through Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia. It was a wonderful time of year to travel with fewer crowds (yes, certain spots were crowded), and the climate was perfect. We did have 2 rainy days, but we just mustered through it. Our experiences were wonderful in all countries, and we spent relatively little time on the bus. We took lots of "technical" (pee) breaks. Recommend !!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The "wow" moment was our very companionable travelling mates and our outstanding tour director, Darija. How did we luck into such lovely people? You can have wonderful places to see, but if the people who are travelling with you aren't congenial and compatible, then it affects your tour. We had the "best buddies".and you are buddied up! There were 8 Canadians and 20 Americans. Darija was wonderful and helped us out tremendously when our return flight was cancelled for 2 days. Local guides great!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Amazing guide, wonderful group on the tour, made some friends and had so much fun!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Really enjoyed the experience in Mostar, would’ve loved more time there. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our 3rd RS Tour - our guide Darija was a GEM!! Perfect mix of history, outdoor beauty, architecture, cultural immersion, and wonderful tour mates!! Taking in the history of the region with locals telling you their personal experiences brings to light the fortitude of the Balkin people, they remember but choose to not make the past their focus, they are moving forward for their culture and country. Our guide was gracious, knowledgeable, clear directions, adorned us with treats!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking Plitvice Lakes!! and due to our amazing guide we were the first in the park and she lead us in a direction that avoided the crowds. Diocletian's Palace - experiencing how the city of Split has preserved the Roman ruins along with bringing modern day living to life within the walls. Meeting a local writer in his tiny shop in Korcula. Wine tasting with a 7th generation Istrian vintner on his stunning property, the WOW of walking the Debrovnick Wall before sunset...many Wow's."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Better than I expected! Loved hearing the history of all 3 countries and how it impacted them. The guides were all knowledgeable and interesting.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was a great mix of historical sites and the natural scenery of the area. It’s a good option for people who have already travelled to more well-know destinations like France, Italy and the UK. It was also a learning experience to see the complexity that still lingers in the former Yugoslavia, beyond the typical tourist sites. Our guide Darija and driver Robert were great as well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes National Park - like a fairytale scene. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Interesting trip where I learned a lot of history (WW1 and the conflict of the 90s) while admiring a beautiful landscape.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mostar and Bosnia."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide,Saso,was a charming man who took us on our journey with educational histories and humor. He was very strong at keeping the group informed giving us the appropriate amount of information as needed. In past, I’ve noticed a guide being pushed for info when it didn’t need to be released until a more relevant date. His side journeys to places I’d never think of were such fun with outstanding food provided by the host families. The olive oil experience was so enlightening. I’d have

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I’d have to say the stop in Ston with the Great Wall and the fish lunch that was the best. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We loved the Best of the Adriatic tour! It was fascinating, unique and we fel in love with another part of the world.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We really enjoyed the city of Lubljana! Plitvice Park was a wow as well, and crossing the bridge in Mostar. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my 4th Rick Steves tour. I enjoyed this one because of the beauty of the areas we traveled. Slovenia was a wonderful surprise. It seemed to be a pristine country. The coastline of Croatia was equally impressive. I was glad we traveled into Bosnia and heard about the war. The information was very moving. Our guide was exceptional. He not only had a wealth of knowledge of the landscape and the history he was able to create a group that worked well together and enjoyed being together.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I was wowed by Slovenia. I loved the beauty of the mountains and the pristine and clean feeling of the countryside. Lake Bled is beautiful and it was fun to have the time to walk around the lake."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Hello, Rick. I know you are reading this personally, and I always look forward to connecting with you. This was our 12th -- and probably our last -- tour with you, and it was Outstanding. It was extremely well-designed and enormously expanded our understanding of the Balkan region, i.e., your concept of travel as a political act. It was our remarkable guide, Sanel , who made it an outstanding experience -- so kind, caring, and able to convey his knowledge and love of this region.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite "wow" moment was our early-morning hike through the Plitvice Lakes. We were fortunate enough to have had perfect weather. I made a point of walking it in a solitary way without talking, and it was a serene, almost spiritual experience. It was unforgettable."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Far exceeded my expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We have used Rick Steves tour books and on-line walking tours before. This was out first guided tour and we were very impressed with the experience. We had already booked a RS tour of Turkey for Sept of 2026 but were so impressed by this tour we booked a Paris and N. France tour for the fall of 2027 while we were on this tour!.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"For Russ, Lake Bled and the Julien Alps. Breathtaking! For Maureen, peaceful (preseason) Korcula and touring Diocletian's palace."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

From beginning to end the tour was awesome! Our guide was excellent and had a great sense of humor. He was very knowledgeable about history and what was happening present day. We often visited sites early in the day before the crowds arrived. We were immersed in the culture and got a sense of real life in the places we visited. We were also given great suggestions on things to do, see, eat beyond what was planned within our tour. I highly recommend this tour but be prepared for lots of stairs.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Meeting some school children on the city bus on their way home to Lumbarda. The bus was very crowded and one 12 year old boy invited me to sit with him and his 2 classmates. They were very polite and inquisitive about where I was from and what states I had been to. When I shared that I had actually been inside the White House in Washington DC it blew their minds. Their reactions were classic and they couldn’t believe a regular citizen could go inside such an important place. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very well thought out tour ,guides were highly informative. We will tour with Rick Steves again.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our travels into the national park seem to stand out the most"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

From the first day until the last, this tour was just outstanding. Marijan was just the most intelligent and interesting guide I’ve ever encountered. He was so calm and cool. The little details that most wouldn’t notice, such as getting our group in very early to the attractions that get very busy. It’s great arriving with no crowds to battle, or starting at a different location at a location.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It would have to be the Plitvice waterfalls. It’s just amazing how nature can produce such a gorgeous display. Another ‘wow’ but in a completely different way was the whole Bosnia, Muslim, and Croatian war. I had no idea what was really going on, and the consequences of the war. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great! Guide was superb. (His English is better than mine). Tour had good mixture of culture, history, food, & fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The massive ski jumps in Slovenian Alps."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first RS Tour and it did not disappoint. The tour was amazing. Our guide, Marijan, was outstanding from providing history and culture from each area/country to organizing and communicating our logistics each day. Although we stayed in 9 cities over 14 days, this was the most relaxed trip we have taken.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our visit to Stolac and Mostar was the most heartbreaking and inspiring experience of the tour. We were given insights into the Yugoslavian War of Independence in the 1990s including the firsthand accounts of our two guides, Adi & Mili. The cities still bore the scars of the war but also showed how they are recovering."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very well planned and executed.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Diocletion's palace"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The 24hrs in Bosnia were the highlights- the two local guides who shared their experiences of being children during the war was serious and moving and thought provoking. The buffet lunch in Stolac by the river was a definite “wow”. Everyone talked about that lunch for the rest of the tour. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fantastic. Our guide, Marijan, was extraordinary. The logistics were excellent. The local guides were terrific. The group was congenial. One or two of the hotels were somewhat inferior, but the food was universally great. The part of the world was new to me. I had been familiar with France in Italy, but not the eastern Adriatic. I highly recommend this tour to friends.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Bosnia. Mostar reminded me of Istanbul. The legacy of the 1990s war is so present and poignant. One of the local guides,Milic, was very moving regarding his personal and family experience when he was rejected from his home by the invading country. One of our best meals was a luncheon in the countryside in Bosnia. All in all, a revelation."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our guide, Mariam, was wonderful, and the sights were interesting, beautiful and memorable. I really enjoyed learning about cultures and history that I wasn't very familiar with.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The obvious "wow" moment was Plitvice National Park. It is every bit as beautiful as advertised, and I loved walking along the boardwalk enjoying the scenery. But the biggest surprise "wow" was Bosnia and Herzegovina. Both of our local guides were exceptional, their personal histories were compelling, and the scenery was beautiful. I fully expect this region to become a sought-after destination in the near future."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The beauty of the land and people was more than I anticipated. Slovenia caught by surprise. I wasn't that familiar before the trip. Bosnia and its people and cultures. The people have chosen and led the effort to move past the horrors of the 1995 war. Croatia was everything I had heard. Pula was a cute gem of a smaller town. Crossing the Julian Alps; magnificent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our city guide in Ljubljana, Marian, happened to be our tour guide for Best of Europe in 14 days from 2006. Now 20 years later we meet again in his hometown. The entire Rick Steves team is the best by far. From a specific tour stop I choose Plitvice Lakes National Park. The beauty was breathtaking. It was clear why this is a UNESCO site. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

My 5th RS Tour. Not as memorable as others. Probably would be careful about who I would recommend this one to. Perhaps it was the fact that it was not Western Europe, but Central Europe?

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The GREAT group we were!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Was great time in general

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The national most k and water falls"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I'd never been to central Europe before, so I really enjoyed seeing the beautiful countries we visited and hearing about what life is like there. Logistically, I thought the tour was planned and executed very well. All tour members were good traveling companions. The hotels and meals provided met expectations. This was my seventh Rick Steves' tour, and it did not disappoint.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The time we spent at Plitvice Lakes National Park was probably my favorite but the Julian Alps and the Adratic were not far behind on the list of "wow" moments."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This area of Europe was full of beautiful sea and landscapes.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Those waterfalls at Plitvice are amazing!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I enjoyed myself on this tour most especially because of our group of "merry travellers", our guide Mariam, and all of the city guides we had along the way. This was a heavy history base, with lots of beauty and experiences thrown in. I also challenged myself to learn a bit of these new languages, and tried to speak "with the locals".

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lyubliana was a beautiful place to start. I loved the Lisjak winery , the olive oil experience and the donkey farm. And, of course, Plitvice!"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

Overall, the tour was good but uneven and less impressive than Central Europe. There were beautiful highlights and worthwhile historical stops, but several locations felt less appealing, i.e.grimy and depressing, and accommodations were inconsistent. The experience improved toward the end of the, though some destinations did not live up to expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The scenery of Plitvice and Korkula was beautiful but no wow moments."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

See initial comments re Best of Scotland tour, which I mistakenly assumed was for the Best of the Adriatic tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"See Screen I comments for Best of Scotland tour. s"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was amazing. a great tour group of 28 people who were attentive inquisitive and on time for every event

Favorite "WOW" moment

"plitvice Lake National Park hike and walking the wall in Dubrovnik"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This is part of the world I had not experienced before and I am so glad I did this tour. It was nothing short of spectacular. Croatia, Slovenia and Bosnia are gems on this planet that should not be missed by any traveler.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are so many to choose from however I must say that the hike in the hike in Plitvice Lakes NP in Croatia was one of the most awe striking parts of the tour. At every turn when you thought you had seen the most beautiful waterfall you had ever seen in your life another appeared before you. It was a phenom that is unmatched in my life. In a word - STUNNING! "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour itinerary was great. Really enjoyed the diversity of sights and experiences. Was totally surprised by Slovenia. Had not considered it separate from Croatia. The members of our tour were amazing. We became a group very quickly, which is in part due to our fearless leader Saso.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes were awe inspiring. Our walk through the falls revealed a new spectacular panorama after every turn. Truly magnificent! The other wow was Boris' winery. The wine was fantastic and the homemade prosciutto was some of the best I ever had. The thing that made it so special was meeting Boris and his family. The genuine joy of having our group there was evident. We did not need to speak the same language to communicate the happiness. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great venues, great people, great guide!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Waterfalls at Plitvice PARK"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Sašo is a top tier guide for Rick Steves. He made these Adriatic countries come to life!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are three. 1). The view from my hotel room in Korčula. Seeing the town at sunrise is breathtaking. 2). 6 beers for 10€ in Mostar in front of our hotel with a few other tour members was very memorable. 3). The jazz cafe in Bále where a few of us had dinner, drinks, and dessert while listening to John Coltrane playing over the speakers! The host there could not be any friendlier! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved the variety of places the tour took us. Each place came with history and further connection to people and their culture.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I liked it when the tour guides shared their own stories, bringing reality to the for front rather than just an event or time from the past."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Saso was the best tour guide! The places we visited really came alive and his plan for Plitvice gave us the opportunity to explore the park away from the crowds until the very end. I really appreciated his commentary on the Balkan war and his description of growing up in Yugoslavia under Tito. The trip itself covered some delightful places as well as introducing us to some corners of the world we might not otherwise have ever visited.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park. The waterfalls were spectacular, and by starting and the "end" we had the place all to ourselves for most of the morning"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was great. The guide and driver were excellent, the places we stopped were educational, fun, and beautiful. The Adriatic Sea was gorgeous and unexpectedly blue. The food was amazing. The hotels and breakfasts were great. I don't know how it could have been better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I'm afraid I can't narrow it down to one. Lake Bled, the alps, Plitvicka, Mostar and dinner at Sadrvan, the donkeys and donkey milk gelato, the view of Korcula from my hotel room, and the wall of Dubrovnik. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first Rick Steves tour and my first guided tour. All aspects of it exceeded expectations. Plenty of free time along with interesting narration by local guides and our overall tour guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"For me it was swimming in the Adriatic - Katka made special effort to show me where the beaches were in all the places where it was possible to go into the water. I had asked her about that at the beginning of the tour. The Adriatic is an amazing place to swim - especially the place near our hotel in Dubrovnik."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our 5th Rick Steves tour. Every one has been wonderful but they seem to keep getting better somehow. This entire trip was amazing. Katrina was a first rate tour guide. She was very organized, always cheerful and seemed to be always available. The sights were well planned. The hotels and food were wonderful. On top of that, the weather was beautiful and the entire tour group was great.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were too many great moments for me to give just one. I went on the trip not knowing much about Croatia, Slovenia and Bosnia and every day I was pleasantly surprised by some experience. The trip is so well planned that there were new sights or activities daily. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

From start to finish, just one wow after another! Great Trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The overall wow was that I had no idea the the former Yugoslavia had so many jewels."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was comfortable and educational

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The waterfall National Park"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The Best of the Adriatic tour was extremely well planned taking us to the highlights of the area. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and caring. Our accommodations were clean and comfortable. The people on our tour were like-minded travelers who enjoyed an active tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our visit to Plitvice National Park was like visiting another world. I loved how close we got to the many, many waterfalls as we walked over the boardwalks. It was a one of a kind experience!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful tour with our great guide, Katerina. The scenery, history, cities and food with a friendly and fun group made this tour a very memorable Experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Park. My second time to the park but it was even more beautiful this time with so much more water in the falls. The hike was nice with not many crowds. A magical place of nature. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

An amazing tour from the beautiful Julian Alps to to the blue waters of the Adriatic. The cities and villages we visited were so much fun to explore.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting the Island of Korcula , having a day off to explore the old town and visit its sites. We were fortunate to attend the Moreska folkdance which was being performed the day we were there."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I am a life-long traveler, but this was my first tour of any kind. It exceeded my expectations! Spending almost two weeks with the same group of people was an enjoyable experience. All the places we visited were very interesting. There was a nice balance of nature (Lake Bled, Plitvice), cities and smaller towns, history, architecture, and great food. Our tour guide was wonderful as was the bus driver. I was sorry to have leave the group at the end of the trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Definitely Plitvice Lakes. The walk around the lakes and waterfalls was simply wonderful. So much beauty!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was so full of exciting and new opportunities. It was a first time trip for me and I was impressed by our guide, Katka and our driver Gasper. Both were very professional and knowledgeable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many to mention. The sheer beauty of all three countries left me breathless and wishing everyone could see this as well"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Not knowing what to expect, I went into my trip with an open mind to see and learn the history and culture of the area. The beauty and the kindness of the counties were so amazing.... I now wonder why I didn't go there earlier.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I believe it was the day we toured the national park... the waterfalls and pools of aqua colored water was breathtaking."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide Barbara Jakopic was absolutely outstanding. She is so personable and possesses an incredible wealth of knowledge and a fantastic sense of humor. I loved this tour and the cities and experiences we shared. We had a great group of interesting travelers and there was never be a dull moment. The Adriatic is amazingly beautiful, Slovenia is marvelous and Bosnia Herzegovina fascinating.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I don't have just one WOW moment! There were so many including the Upper Falls at Plitvice National Park, Lake Bled, Opatija, Split, Balle, Dubrovnik and Ljubljana. But the 2 nights on Korcula was perhaps my most favorite because we got a little downtime to really explore the town and appreciate our incredible location."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The scenery was beautiful, the food great and it was a wonderful experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The lunch on the family farm."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Started out in Slovenia and worked our way down to Dubrovnik. Everything was run efficiently and professionally. Out tour guide was great and the city tour guides were knowledgeable with only one exception.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Driving in Slovenia and seeing the Julian Alps. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As with other RS Tours I've taken, I felt like I got so much for my money! We saw and did so much and our guide Barbara was the absolute best. She was warm and helped our group gel, she was funny, and was knowledgable, full of history facts and interesting stories about the places we visited. Every place we went was beautiful. Our local guides were all great too, and I learned a lot about the war in Yugoslavia in the 90's. This is a very active tour, with three one-night stays.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved Slovenia, the town of Ljubljana is storybook beautiful and driving through the jagged Julian alps covered in snow was stunning! The turquoise color of the Adriatic was super WOW, it's really hard to pick just one moment. I loved Korchula Island and would have liked another day there. Also Mostar in Bosnia was surprisingly beautiful and interesting. So much great food and beautiful scenery throughout the tour. Loved the live music Barbara arranged for us for our last night's dinner. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

.This is our fifth Rick Steves tour. Everything about this tour company is excellent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going to the donkey farm and seeing how sea salt is extracted and prepared for consumption."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Split "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very pleased!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park, coming around the final curve to see the Big. Waterfall"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent tour. Barbara is an outstanding guide. The combination of the history, culture, food, and the people of this beautiful part of Europe made for a very enjoyable experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lots of wow moments, Plitivice National Park, Mostar, Dubrovnik Old City to name a few"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fun, engaging, stimulating, educational, well-paced and organized.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The nighttime trip to Dubrovnik to see it for the very first time! The lights and shadows and mostly empty streets made it moody and atmospheric like being taken back in time. Outstanding!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide Milli was excellent. He was knowledgeable of all areas we visited. He was always helpful and personally caring of us alll. As in our previous tours there was a geat mix for fun, historical locations and free time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Dubrovnik and especially the local tour guide."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was well organized and the guides were outstanding throughout the trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to come up with just one but Plitvice Lakes National Park and Dubrovnik were both top places on the trip with wonderful scenery and many things to see/do."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Incredible! We could have never planned an experience like this ourselves! Everyday was packed with something meaningful. We learned so much about the culture and history of the areas we visited! We met some fabulous tour members who also embraced the trip. Our tour guides were beyond phenomenal !I had mixed feeling about visiting at the end of the season. On the one hand the weather was rainy and many things were closed. On the other hand we didn’t have the crowds.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are so many wow moments to choose from. Among them is this. One evening as the sun was going down we were sitting along the Nerretva River drinking a glass of wine and admiring the stunning Old Bridge in Mostar, Bosnia. The call to pray began, echoing from one direction of the city to another. It was absolutely beautiful and a cultural experience I will never forget. "

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

The tour was good, but ultimately did not live up to my Rick Steves expectations. On this tour there was too much time spent in small cities with very little to do. I would definitely not recommend this tour this late in the season as most of the restaurants were close in Bled, Bovec, Rovinj, and Pula. Our tour guide also did not meet my expectations of Rick Steves.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Pltvice Lakes National Park"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

This tour should not have been run at this time of year, as most places were closed. If they were not closed, they usually closed at 7pm. Having daylight savings while we were there made it dark at 5pm.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes National Park was my highlight."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Almost everything on the trip exceeded my expectations. I wanted to learn about the eastern Adriatic and this trip was all that I had hoped for amd more.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Bridge in Mostar was a long-held dream. I was not brave enough to travel to Mostar on my own, but going with Rick Steves and having Mili as our guide made it all that much more special."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We had a wonderful time overall. Our tour guide and our driver were so accommodating and pleasant.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many, but one that stands out to me is walking into Old Town Dubrovnik for the first time (it was lit up at night). Breathtakingly awesome!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a lovely tour, from the cities, to the driving, to Mili our guide, to my fellow travellers, to the islands, the hotels, the food, the outings, the very recent history.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"the topography, the mountains are massive, comparable to the Canadian Rockies but with rounded tops."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

This was very late in the year for this tour as many places had already closed and some were closing the day we got their.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The donkey farm and WW1 museum were highlights."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We expected the unexpected in a part of Europe we'd never visited, and we weren't disappointed. My only caveat is that much of the tour's "Adriatic" focus was adversely affected by our off-season timing.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our overnight trip to Hercegovina was outstanding and moving, especially touring Stolac and hearing our guide Edin recount his own wartime experiences. This was my first exposure to a largely Muslim environment, and so for me, the wow moment was stepping onto our Mostar hotel room's terrace at 6 PM and hearing the church bells followed by the sequenced call of muzzeins from half a dozen mosques, trailing off till only one beautiful tenor voice remained. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The Adriatic tour was our fourth with Rick Steves, and it rates up there with our Village Italy trip this spring as a favorite. It was great to see some beautiful areas we had not experienced. We loved Ljubljana, the winery on the Istrian peninsula, Split and Korcula. Bosnia was sobering but hopeful, given the ‘90s war there. Our group was fun and friendly, and our guide Saso was great at lightening things up yet keeping us on track. Only issue on trip was closures in some areas due to season.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are always several wows on trips like this. Plitvice Park was amazing, the fall colors were fabulous and the RS way of avoiding crowds was smart. We really loved our time in Korcula and had two amazing dinners there on our own. I would have loved another day there for a winery trip. Seeing the damage still evident in Mostar from the war was a reminder of how horribly stupid war is. The hopefulness of our local guide gave me hope for humanity if we can bring the power back to the people."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall great. Good balance of group, touring and on our own time. Group meals were typically nice but we enjoyed finding restaurants and quiet lunch/dinners as well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Exploring the palace in Split the first night there after a brief orientation, with the walls glowing with accent lighting, and finding a courtyard with music and a festive crowd. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

So many beautiful sites and delicious foods/wine to experience. The history of former Yugoslavia was fascinating. Our guide, Sašo was outstanding!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many, however the Plitvice Lakes National Park was the greatest “wow” moment for me. We toured in the Fall which I highly recommend. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A wonderful introduction to a part of the world of which I had little previous knowledge.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It would have to be the beautiful, clear, blue Adriatic itself."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my fourth tour and I expect great guides and friendly tour members. This did not disappoint, the guide was well versed on everything we saw and a lot of fun too. Very personable and caring about the tour members who were mostly all retired people. I wasn't sure what to expect in these countries so was pleasantly surprised at what I saw and did. I was very happy with the local guides and the food was great!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mostar and the local guide. His story about living as a young boy during the war was very touching. The whole town had very friendly people who were wonderful to visit with."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a great tour. I was unfamiliar with the places it covered and learned a lot.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The visit to Korkula. The island is so beautiful! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was organized and well run.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"When we reached the Julian Alps, we got out of the bus and had a toast!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Tour guide Saso expressed such love for his country and surrounding countries it was heartwarming to say the least. I also enjoyed his knowledge and sense of humor. Our bus driver had amazing driving skills and was the sweetest person. Beautiful countries to visit. Most of the local tour guides were entertaining and so knowledgeable. The food and wine were not my cup of tea but that is on me not the countries we visited.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The hike in Plitvice Lakes National Park."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was very good. Did not like getting up so wary many d as us but I understand we needed to beat the crowds. Well planed out

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The tour we had in Mostar. Although a non academic approach from a Serbian survivor might have added insight as why the fighting was so severe. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great guide, beautiful scenery and lots of variety

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I was quite touched by our guide in Bosnia. His personal experiences and stories were vey moving. The National Park experience was also a great experience."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I thought it was fantastic. A great mix of cultures, cities and natural wonders. I loved all the ground we covered and seeing from the alps to the coast. We took in a lot of sights but lots of relaxation time built in. Great food in all stops!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvicka was amazing. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We did the Best of Central Europe and the Best of the Adriatic back-to-back with 2 days in between. There was some overlap in the two trips, but we found that it was really interesting to experience it that way. Our guides on both trips were excellent, and we found that we got new information on our repeat visits.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Several...Julian Alps are beautiful, Plitvice National Park in the fall, and the Croatian coast are spectacular. However, the deep and meaningful conversations with fellow travelers, guides and locals were a highlight for me. Also, enjoying the local food and wines was a wonderful experience!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent tour, as usual. We were somewhat limited in our participation because we got some bug we got soon after the tour began. We managed to do everything and see everything but have trouble now bringing those memories back.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Park was gorgeous in its fall colors."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fantastic and a great way to see a part of the world I thought I would never see. The only downside was that some of the restaurants were closed for the season, but the crowds were much better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I really enjoyed Lake Bled and the Julian alps, both from the scenery perspective as well as the hostoric perspective. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband and I chose this tour because of the beautiful terrain and scenery which was absolutely stunning but soon learned so much more about the extensive, complicated history, politics and cultures including personal stories of day to day life from our exceptional guide, Marijan and a series of local guides. This adventure was truly fulfilling and enhanced by a group that was friendly, open minded and excited to learn and time to explore on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The multilayered and varied experiences on the tour were amazing from a walk along the river in a quintessential European town of Ljubljana who prides itself on organic farm to table fare to the quiet beauty of Lake Bled on the historic Pletna boats, hiking to stunning waterfalls in Plitvice Nat'l Park, learning about a family business in donkey milk production to Roman ruins, soaking in the beauty of the Adriatic coast in beautiful towns and islands, topped off by walking the wall in Dubrovnik"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Outstanding. Such an amazing tour with an awesome guide!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our walking tour of Mostar and taking a boat ride under the bridge. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Spectacular beauty and mind bending historical narratives were prevalent on this well designed tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Dubrovnik and guide Edin’s personal experience as a child in Mostar during the Bosnian War. Learning about life in Tito’s Yugoslavia disrupted (in a good way) everything I thought I knew about life in that particular communist country."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

Excellent program and itinerary re-educating me as to what truly occurred during the grim days of the Iron Curtain. Leave it to RS Tours to put together a class act of land tour and locals presenting their stories debunking the old fashioned propaganda, along with a major dose of awesome scenic beauty.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The ride through the Julian Alps."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The 14-day tour of the Adriatic Sea had a wonderful variety of insightful and delightful experiences that both informed and endeared a person to the countries of Slovenia, Bosnia and Croatia. Overall the tour was well-timed containing the right variety museums, wineries, hikes and donkey farms which made the bus ride portion go almost unnoticed. If you want an immersive, yet fun, experience of the history, culture and future aspirations of this part of the world, this is the trip for you.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many "wow" moments on this tour. The moment that settled in my soul was on Lake Bled in Slovenia as our wooden boat containing 20 people was gently rowed across the lake to the island chapel by a single oarsman. As the water lapped against the boat old and new worlds blended together."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Ben our guide was great. So knowledgeable. I hope to see him again. I loved going to the places a bit off the map. Get a feeling of how life is actually there.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Small rest stop over looking mts in Slovenia "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first RS tour and it surpassed our expectations!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many but walking with guide Edo in his village of Stolac, and again with him in Mostar. His experiences during the 1990's war were humbling. We live very sheltered lives. Another was walking the walls of Dubrovnik, so beautiful."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was a wonderful mix of amazing scenery, delightful small cities & towns, varied and yummy cuisine, crazy to speak languages, terrific experiences, complete with a smattering of the obligatory museums and church buildings, and punctuated with some challenging historical context.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The scenery by far! Which pretty much means WOW moments every day. So many picture-perfect places. So many fun and interesting experiences. So many places to experience "getting lost", only to find a wonderful place to eat. Being forced to pick one, I would say our stay on the island of Korcula - the vacation from our vacation. As it was the end of the season, we pretty much had the island and the old town to ourselves. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was beyond my expectations. Slovenia and Croatia were beautiful places, the people were very friendly, and the history was very interesting. We had a great group and a very knowledgable guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes, Diocletian's Palace in Split, and Korcula. I also loved the easy-going environment of Ljubljana"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I was pleasantly surprised at Ljubljana and Slovenia, two jewels that are not well-known. Croatia did not disappoint. Beautiful coastline and wonderful places to visit. Well curated by RST. Bosnian was heartbreaking, I now have a clear understanding of that senseless war.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Julian Alps and also Lake Bled."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The meals with local families - agrotourism lunch in Croatia with the donkey farm and the final group dinner in Dubrovnik. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our guide was outstanding and was a wealth of information. He kept us all on track. The excursions were interesting and I enjoyed the local tour guides perspectives

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park and Mostar"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide was excellent, giving us lots of history and interesting information. The local guides were also generally excellent. I enjoyed the personal experiences that we had, visiting the homes/businesses of locals in several locations. The history of the region combined with the beauty and the friendliness of the local people we met made this a wonderful trip. We were also blessed with some great travel companions.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Can't name just one! Ljubljana so quaint and pedestrian friendly, Lake Bled breath taking. Plitvice National Park with the waterfalls. Split, getting lost in "Diocletian's Palace". Mostar, with local guide Edo who was 8 when the war broke out, very convicting and eye opening. But the 2 nights and one day on Korcula was the favorite. As billed, it was our vacation from our vacation. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved the pace, the place, the guide and my fellow travelers. I got to explore a beautiful and historical part of the world. I even loved the bus time with our extraordinary Ben. He understood exactly when to tell stories, jokes, play music, teach us words (in whatever language was appropriate at the time), and when to let us relax.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Being in Mostar, knowing its history, seeing the Mostar bridge and listening to Edo's story about surviving the war was definitely a WOW. Another special moment was walking the walls of Dubrovnik, pausing at an outdoor table for a refreshment and gazing out at the Adriatic. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves Tour - the Adriatic has been on our bucket list for years, and this tour far exceeded our expectations. Our guide was incredible, giving us history and stories all along the way, let us know what to expect, and had a great personality and sense of humor. The local activities allowed us to experience each location, not simply view it as tourists. The hotels were all comfortable and well-located, the local meals and wines were outstanding.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We stopped at a winery in Slovenia that was operated by a seventh-generation family. The passion that he had for his wine was impressive, and the wine-tasting experience was a highlight of our tour with top notch wines, meats, and cheeses. Our other “wow” moment was Plitvice National Park, the colors were starting to turn and it was breathtaking. It is truly had to pick a single “wow” moment from this tour."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I expected to have some great cultural exposure but what I didn't expect were all of those small, wonderful interactions with locals. I could write a whole essay about the amazing experience I had. Taking us to the winery, an olive farm, explaining the history of various regions to us, taking us to the village of Stolac, sharing authentic cuisine and stories. I didn't expect these things and it was truly the icing on the cake.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There is not a single "wow" moment but rather multiple. 1) Having sharing authentic meals with our guide Senal was outstanding as he truly enjoyed sharing and for me, that is part of the traveling experience. 2) The incredible beauty of the coast, the Julian Alps, the Istrian peninsula, the waterfalls, then the Dinaric mountains. 3) The learning experiences from the guides, especially explaining the multi-layered history of the region."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was really great. We experienced the most important sights in Slovenia, Croatia and Bosnia. Our tour guide, Sanel, was wonderful. The hotels, included meals and included attractions were all really good quality. The bus was clean and fairly new, and the bus driver was expert at driving all sorts of roads.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The hike through Plitvice Lakes National Park was so beautiful with many waterfalls and crystal clear lakes. I also really enjoyed the guided tour in the World War I Museum in Slovenia, as well as the historical background Sanel provided about the 1992-1995 war in the former Yugoslavia."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent Guide, Sanel was outstanding. Daily activities were well planned. Accommodations were excellent. Group experience wonderful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many "wows" to just name one!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great group of people, really well managed. I loved the blend of famous things we saw as well as the smaller, 'hole in the wall' experiences we had.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's so hard to pick one. I'd probably go with our visit to Mostar as it was humbling and inspiring."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Incredible!!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The incredibly beautiful landscape and the diversity of the terrain."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Guide was exceptional. Has lived the history and has recovered so well from personal trauma in the war in the 90s

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Fall color at the national park in Croatia "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our tour guide Anja was excellent! The variety of experiences and landscape along the tour was wonderful. Loved having free time in Korcula to be able to e-bike around the island. The accommodations were very good. It is a busy active tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Plitvice National Park! We had great weather, the views were beautiful and a nice surprise was the colors of the fall foliage🍁"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

There was not one single day without something amazing to experience and enjoy. Although I had heard more about Croatia as a destination, Slovenia was outstanding and Bosnia a great surprise.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I absolutely loved the town of Ljubjlana - the food, the architecture, the people, the beauty and the overall culture "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A very busy tour with quite a few early mornings- but for good reason. Anja, our guide, had us moving early to avoid crowds and traffic. This made the trip so much more valuable. We got a good sense of what Slovenia, Croatian and Bosnia were all about. The local guides were excellent and the cultural moments we experienced gave a good sense of the region. I particularly liked the WWI Museum in Kobarid. The guide explained the big picture but also the personal impact that the war had on people.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park was incredible. The leaves had started turning color and the early start gave us the park to ourselves. We also loved the e-biking on our day off in Korčula. A spectacular day biking along the coast."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We chose this tour for the unique opportunity to visit countries little known to us and to experience the Adriatic coastline. Each town and side excursion along the way thrilled and educated me. The geographical variation from Alps to coast to inland waterfalls gifted us with visual awe. The cultural history, both recent and ancient, tapped into my desire for knowledge and connection to my own life experiences.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many, from the WWI museum in Kobarid to the wall-walking in Dubrovnik. The experience that stands out the most however had to be listening to the two tour guides in Stolač and Mostar, Bosnia who shared their heart-wrenching stories of their lives during the Yugoslav wars, accompanied by walking tours through the places these atrocities happened. Seeing walls still pocked with bullet holes chilled me, but the Mostar bridge seemed a symbol of human resilience and hope. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great tour itineraries. Wonderful tour guides.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Beautiful coastal lines! "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Fantastic guide, wonderful scenery. Overall, a different experience than any other RS tour

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Learning about the work being done to rebuild Bosnia"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A guide makes the tour and Miriam is exceptional!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The boat ride to the island. The color of the water and the red roofs of the landscaping was so beautiful it was emotional."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The usual special Rick Steves Experience. Awesome time!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mostar. Being in Bosnia and hearing some of the first hand accounts of the war. Seeing the rebuild of the historic buildings, and the yet untouched remnants of the battles."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Mariam was a very good guide....this was our 15th Rick Steves tour and Mariam stands among the best sides we've had. But then again, we expect only the best from our Rick Steves guides! This tour was filled with so many new experiences from a part of Europe with which we had minimal familiarity.. We learned a lot and saw beautiful mountains and coastline.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many special experiences. Some among them: 1.) seeing an hours old donkey at the donkey farm in Croatia, 2.) Mostar and its Old Bridge, its minarets and call to prayer as well as an excellent local guide and resident who shared thoughts on the tensions which multiculturalism can bring, 3.) Lovely Corchula, a very nice island experience. These are just a few of the trips special moments."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Well planned itinerary. There was something for everyone, as always not everyone had the same wow moment which proves the RS tours appeal to a wide range of interests.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Roman ruins in Pula and Diocletian's Palace in Split. A delightful surprise was the visit to the donkey farm where a new born brought lots of smiles to our faces!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide, Barbara, was extremely organized, knowledgeable, and dedicated to making sure everyone was cared for and comfortable the entire trip. She could answer any questions we might have about history, hotels, food, local traditions, etc. which made for an educational but stress free trip. Add to that the camaraderie of our group and I couldn’t have asked for a more enjoyable experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many! From the charms of lovely Ljubljana, the spectacular scenery in the Soca river valley and Plitvice National Park to the heartfelt personal experiences of our local guides in Bosnia….these were all WOW moments."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a great tour experience! Our guide, Barbara, was knowledgeable, caring, an exhibit at great leadership skills. The tour itself was picturesque, historically, enlightening, and fun! The steps along the tour were in wonderful spots in the local guides were exceptional.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many great moments. It’s hard to name just one. We really enjoyed the island of Korcula. It is in a magical setting and we had free time to explore at our own. - and even go swimming in October!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

An outstanding overall experience from the amazing locations we visited to the great group of fellow travelers. Top it off with fantastic guides and our tour leader Barbara.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite "wow" moment was our visit to Bosnia-Herzegovina from the stories of our guides who lived through the war in the 1990's to the sights of Mostar and its restored bridge."

We had a lovely experience on the Adriatic – such clear water and so many charming seaside villages. We enjoyed the natural beauty, culture and history of the countries we had known only vaguely before our tour. Our tour guide Barbara was perennially energetic, positive, organized and informative throughout. Our fellow tour members were easy to travel with and brought the fun and camaraderie. We were pleasantly surprised at the hotel amenities – more modern bathrooms than we've seen before.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Wow moment: It’s hard to beat the Plitvice National Park, but we loved the Austrian flavor of Ljubljana. Another delight was the arena in Pula."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour led by Barbara was a 10/10 experience. Slovenia had long been on my bucket list and this tour, which included Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, checked every single box and then some. This was our 7th tour with RS and the format suits us well, covering enough ground with enough independent time to provide variety. This tour covered three vastly different countries. We especially enjoyed Bosnia-Herzegovina and hearing first hand stories of the war conflicts and their history.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The walk around Lake Bled, enjoying the splendor of the Julian Alps, and the hike through Plitvice Lakes National Park were definitely highlights of this tour. To be out with nature soaking up all the beauty around us in a land so far from home is definitely something I'll treasure. The boat ride to the island of Korčula was also a major highlight. I think it was that moment that I felt I was doing something that so few get to experience, and was so grateful for that."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The reason my wife and I enjoy Rick Steves tours is that they are so well run

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Feeling the joy of the people of Split as they celebrated their Race for the Cure cancer race. Feeling the agony of visiting Mostar and the war museum."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

While covering a lot of territory, the tour also provided insights into the local history and culture, which is particularly important in this region.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice national park."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As usual… Our tour experience was phenomenal from beginning to end!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our trip to Bosnia… Such a heartfelt experience and our local guides were amazing… So vulnerable and resilient!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

RS tours are consistently good, this one was no exceptioin.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably our "beach day" on Korcula Island........WOW, the weather sure turned bad quickly. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I enjoyed almost all aspects of the tour. As usual the guides were very good. Most hotels were good, some were a little worn. I like the approach of the Rick Steves tours.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We toured the amphitheatre in Pula early in the morning, the ski was a clear blue, there were few tourists and I love Roman ruines!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A great experience to a part of the world I never imagined going to but found the history rich, the scenery beautiful and the people hospitable

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The knowledge we gained about the area from our tour guide and her assistant. To learn about their lives and the differences from one area to the next was very interesting. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I learned so much history of former Yugoslavia, now Slovenia, Bosnia and Croatia. Overall, it was a fantastic trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I guess my favorite "Wow" moment was in Bosnia. I was truly touched by our guide Edo and his story of being a refugee and then coming back to Stolac to help restore his country."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our Best of the Adriatic in 14 Days tour was exceptional! Great itinerary, with EXCEPTIONAL guides Katka and Motča.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting the mosque in Mostar with local guide Edo, who was a refugee during the 1990-93 war in Bosnia. Very moving descriptions of his experience."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Slovenia! Scenic beauty, absolutely no litter, and nice confident and polite people. Americans should take note."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As a traveler who has never been on a tour bus or cruise I was completely surprised by the experience. It was absolutely amazing in every way. Saso was an incredible guide: he was incredibly knowledgeable, positive in every way, and he made sure everyone felt included. His relationship with Edis, our driver, was truly joyful! The Adriatic was breathtaking and each place we visited left a lasting impression. I cannot imagine a better experience. Exceptional!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice was my "wow" moment. What a gift that was! I was in my happy place for sure. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything about the tour was fantastic but I would be remiss not to give credit to our amazing tour guide. Saso was knowledgeable, engaging, and FUN! I would go on any tour with his as a guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Being able to stand where my grandmother was born. Learning how to correctly say her last name, understanding the importance of language and my she might have immigrated to Canada "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Amazing experience! Sašo and Edis were absolute legends! Very personable, welcoming, and full of knowledge. The tour group felt like a family right from the start. Every stop had its own unique experience and surprise. The food was Okusno! The guides really helped us gain more understanding about the history, people, and cultures. What a tremendous vacation.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lake Plitvices National Park was absolutely stunning and magical. Never knew there could be so many waterfalls in one area of Croatia. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As a veteran of many tours, I can confidently say this tour was one of the best! Great mix of landscapes, cities and villages, ancient history, modern issues, and natural wonders.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice in the fog and drizzle. It was magical."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

From the beginning, everything on the tour was perfectly planned and executed which I know required an immense amount of work on the part of the Rick Steves staff and our fantastic guide Saso. The sites chosen to visit were so beautiful and memorable. The site guides were fantastic. We learned so much history and culture. The trips to wineries, olive farm, restaurants were a treat. Saso and our bus driver Edis really made the tour extra fun. They are experts at what they do. A great trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many wow moments. The Roman ruins, strikingly beautiful walled cities, lovely Adriatic sea, amazing waterfalls, the rebuilt Bosnian cities amid their devastating recent history, and the lovely people."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent guide combined with great itinerary and a fun group made for an excellent tour!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visit to Korcula"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Best of the Adriatic in 14 Days was beyond my wildest expectations. It was a tour that my husband and I have planned on doing for 8 years. My grandparents were from Gospic, Croatia so it was dear to my heart. Everywhere we went was beautiful, historically fascinating and the people so welcoming. Our fellow travelers were wonderful. And the fact that we shared this experience with our children and my sisters was the icing on the cake.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had 2 wow moments. The first was Plitvice Lakes National Park. It took my breath away! The terraced lakes and many waterfalls surrounded by lush forests is so beautiful. My other wow moment was Mostar. A beautiful town with a horrendous history. It was a truly fascinating place to visit. Our guide Mili’s story of his experience during the war was a testament to the resilience of the people of Mostar."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Sašo Golub was such a fun, informative, entertaining guide. Croatia, Slovenia and Bosnia are beautiful. Unfortunately, rain followed us to three different cities, but sometimes that happens.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"How Mostar has rebuilt itself, and especially the old bridge, following the 1990s war."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I was delighted with the tour. The tour guide (Saso Golub) was excellent. The tour sights, hotels, restaurants and other tour members were all wonderful. The pace of the tour was perfect. Overall, it exceeded my expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite wow moment was Plitvice Lakes National Park. In spite of the overcast weather the place was so misty and magical. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A guide can make a huge difference in how one feels about and experiences the tour. Our guide Sanel was fabulous: a great source of information , a wonderful sense of humor, and great attention to detail. The tour itself was also an interesting mix of beautiful scenery, interesting history, and local culture, .

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to pick one, but the natural beauty of the area is high on my list. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I enjoyed visiting the Adriatic as it is an area I did not know a lot about. The tour gave me an opportunity to get a feel for it.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I think visiting Bosnia-Herzegovina was impactful. It was made more so by having our guide, Sanel who lived through it give a real perspective. I really appreciate how hard people have worked to rebuild their lives."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Well planned,informative, stress free

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Scenery "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was an excellent tour! Our guide was AMAZING. He went out of his way to make sure things were running smoothly and that every person was enjoying the trip. We enjoyed all of the experiences that were provided and liked how well planned everything was. The group size was good, but less would be even better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many wonderful sights were on this tour, but my favorite was seeing the bridge in Mostar and learning the history of Bosnia that was so well shared by guides who lived through the war. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tour delivered everything it promised. Outstanding tour director and and local guides, precise logistics, informative and relevant sites/content.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"A local family invited us into their home for an intimate conversation about how they live, history and culture. As moving as it was educational."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Guide was fantastic, itinerary was really good, fellow travelers were good.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going into Bosnia with our guide who was able to recount his experience living through the war. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Sanel was an outstanding guide! Very responsive and friendly. Also funny and gave us lots of good information. We loved him!t

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes National Park, luch at a family farm with burros!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tour was outstanding. Sanel, our Tour Director, was incredible. I can't imagine the tour without him. We saw so much beautiful scenery, while learning an amazing amount about the history and culture of the countries we visited. All of the local guides were wonderful, and I must mention our exceptional bus driver!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is a tossup for me. First, I loved our time on the Istrian peninsula. The winery visit, the wonderful hotel in Bale, the visit to the amphitheater in Pula, and our time in Rovinj. All were highlights. However, the time in Bosnia (Stolac and Mostar) was incredible moving and informative. The food there was some of the best on the tour IMO."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Sanel was an excellent tour guide. Also, the local guides were extremely informative and gave us valuable historical perspectives. The itinerary helped to capture the diversity of the people their cultures.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Several: The walls of Dubrovnik, Split and Diocletian's Palace, Lake Bled, visiting Mostar in Herzegovina, Plitvice National Park."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful guide. A fun adventure. loved all the history and all the places that were on our trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Boris and the vineyard, wine tasting and lunch. He was a wonderful man and loved the history that he shared with us. Wish we could have sent sone wine home. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Another awesome Rick Steve tour. Our guide as well as the local city guides navigated our group ahead of the crowds by time and place. Great group of fellow travelers all with the Rick Steve's philosophy. Enjoy having time on our own to return to spots we'd like to experience longer, new places not on the itinerary or just relax.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Swimming in the rain in the Adriatic Sea in Korcula."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great guide/leader, Marijon! He gave our group a fabulous historical perspective to today's Slovenia, Bosnia and Croatia.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The local guides (2) in Bosnia, were terrific. They brought home the reality of living through a war torn country."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The great itinerary, paired with our knowledgeable and personable guide Tina, made this an unforgettable trip. All of the local guides were excellent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many ‘wow’ moments. The beauty of the Julian Alps and Soca Valley. Walking the walls in Dubrovnik. Visiting Stolac and listening to local guide Edo speak of his experiences during the war and his passion for rebuilding his town. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Another outstanding tour. Great leader,scenery and great new experiences

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Beauty of Slovenia "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves Tour. It surpassed our expectations. Our tour guide Tina was fantastic! Her passion, knowledge and positive attitude set the tone for our trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many wow moments it’s difficult to pick just one. I loved the day we spent at Lake Bled. It was like being in a fairytale. Even with a little rain. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide, Tina, made our tour such an enriching experience! I loved the itinerary but her personal stories and experiences really added so much to what we learned. The tour was strenuous at times and tiring but it was well paced and I really appreciated the whole day off in Korcula. The use of local guides in some of the places that we went to was also very enriching. Last but not least was our tour group family. They were all so friendly and welcoming and loads of fun!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our visit to Stolac was one of my "wow" moments. Our guide's personal stories and his dedication to rebuilding his home town was very inspiring. It was such a beautiful place. Another great place was totally unexpected. We stopped at Planica, the site of the longest ski jump hill and home to world Cup events. I also loved the small town of Bale in Istria and the whole Istrian Peninsula. So beautiful!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Exceptional tour~our guide, Tina, was knowledgeable, passionate, fun and interesting and made our 14 days together as a group of 28 strangers, very personable and cohesive. The sites, history and landscapes were fascinating and breathtaking and the local tour guides added a unique perspective that added another dimension to our experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were too many to list! The Kobarid WW1 museum was tremendous. Boris, the owner of the Lisjak Winery in Dutovlje, was such a delight. The nicest man and truly passionate about his wines, which were incredible. We're sorry they don't sell to the US, as they would do a landslide business. Swimming in the Adriatic Sea was a highlight never have seen or swam in such clear and clean waters. Just frolicked for hours in the sea!! Bled Castle in Slovenia, The Old City in Wall in Dubrovnik~amazing!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide was outstanding. We were so privileged to be immersed in the culture.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Adriatic coast. Island relaxation day "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves tour. We've been dedicated Rick Steves guide-followers on many European trips before, but chose a tour this time because it was in countries we knew little about. I thought the tour was well-organized and took me to see things I perhaps never would have seen on my own, or, if I had, would not have known many things that our guide provided, that greatly enhanced the trip. I also enjoyed meeting the people on the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"1) Visiting local businesses, such as the winery in Slovenia and the olive-oil farm in Croatia. 2) Hearing from the Bosnian guides about the Yugoslavian wars and their experience, particularly Edo in Stolac."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Highly organized and as expected, a wealth of information about a part of the world few people visit

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It was in the town of Stolac, Bosnia, where we listed to a local guide tell us his family was given 5 minutes to leave their home of generations and made to walk 22 kilometers in the early 1990s. Very sobering!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mosel guide"

This was my first group tour in 45 years and it exceeded my expectations across the board.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Dalmatian coastline"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

There were so many interesting places to see. I would do the tour just for the Plitvice Lakes. But I also thoroughly enjoyed Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Rovinj, Split, Mostar, Korcula, and Dubrovnik.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My wow moment was a wow morning hike through the Plitvice Lakes. It was awesome - so many beautiful waterfalls. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our second tour and once again exceeded our expectations. We had a great group of people and Anja was amazing with keeping everything smooth and educational.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The unexpected stop in Slovenia to watch the ski jumpers - up close!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a marvelous trip exploring countries not on a typical European itinerary. Slovenia was the biggest surprise - it is so very beautiful with lovely, friendly people. We would go back there in a heartbeat. Bosnia was a sobering, but oh so memorable visit with excellent guides to tell their war torn history. Croatia was a gem as well with breathtaking Plitvice Lakes National Park, the beautiful coast and relaxing Korcula. The trip, as usual, greatly exceeded our expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many to name just one - the WWI museum in Kobarid, the Roman amphitheater in Pula, too many waterfalls to count in Plitvice, the luncheon in Stolac, the bridges in Mostar and the immensely enjoyable, relaxing ‘vacation from our vacation’ day in Korcula.."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had such a good time on this trip with our guide Mariam. We found her informative and friendly. Our group bonded with her quickly. The trip went well per plan. We like this tour because of its well balance of historic learning, natural sightseeing opportunities and appropriate amount of activities.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Scenery in Bled and Mostar"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very well organized. Included activities we could not have experienced on our own. Our tour guide, Mariam, is a skilled team builder and from the first meeting lay the ground work for a happy supportive “family” group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many, I can’t narrow it to one, but the tour of the war museum in Kobarid,Slovenia, the walk through Stolac, Bosnia-Hertzogovenia with our guide sharing his family’s experiences of the war, their expulsion, the destruction and rebuilding of their town; the Atheneum in Pula, coming across a group of happy singers with an accordion player in the town of Senj, the beauty of Lake Bled and Plitvice Lakes Nation Park; the view at the highest point of the Julian Alps and our toast."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tour guides were so knowledgeable and insightful

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Loved the food in Istria!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Great group of travelers. Mariam did a great job of leading the group. Edis is a terrific driver. All the elements of a great tour. The tour itself was slow paced and has some logistic challenges and could use some revisions. The tour featured ethnic and religious insights, particularly in terms of the war in the nineties . Good mix of cities and outdoors.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice lakes was beautiful and featured a nice walk."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my 2nd group tour ever, the 1st being over 40 years ago rather unpleasant. I've traveled quite a bit on my own over the years and decided to gamble on an RS tour. Traveling comfortably with a group of like-minded travelers, an excellent full-time guide plus exceptional guides in cities, surprise stops along the way detailing historical events, fabulous meals with suggestions for on-our-own sightseeing/dining made this my best tour experience EVER! I can't imagine travel any other way!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Each 'moment' was a favorite until the next! Ljubljana's beauty, Bled's castle & walk around the lake (even in the rain), a surprise Planica Nordic Center stop, a mountain pass in&out of Italy, Kobarid's WW1 museum, the hospitality at Boris Lisjak's Winery, the city tour in Pula, a stroll along the Adriatic in Opatija, treats Barbara surprised us with at various stops, Plitvice NP waterfalls, Split, emotional Mostar tour & delicious luncheon, Korčula's beauty, kayaking in Dubrovnik! Connections!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We visited some amazing and beautiful sights in Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia. Pace was fairly quick with bus rides, substantial walking, different local tour guides, and lots of information. I took hundreds of photos, and I'm now using Google lens to help identify/recall exact locations and buildings. Our tour guide, Barbara, was fantastic!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia was the most visually stunning. The tour on narrow walkways over water made it even more interesting and challenging. The numerous waterfalls and emerald water were astounding!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fantastic with our awesome tour guide Barbara and bus driver. Barbara and the local tour guides gave a more personal approach to all our activities. I feel I learned so much about the 3 countries we visited including their complicated pasts. My tour mates really got along with each other and we had lots of fun throughout the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Ljubljana, family winery tour/lunch in Dutovlje and the authentic lunch in Stolac Bosnia"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

An amazing group of travelers, Barbara was wonderful guide, knowledgeable, kind and funny

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Bosnia - what an amazing country and people"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A very informative tour plus the beautiful landscape of the Adriatic Sea area.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The beauty of the landscape was a unexpected surprise for me."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This is our 4th RS tour, and by a tiny margin, it was our favorite. Barbara was a fantastic guide. Knowledgeable, helpful, surprisingly funny, and very well prepared and up to date on local details. As always, we find that RS finds things to see that most people would never know exist. RS also does a great job of planning hotels and start times for busier attractions so that you sleep near something you see early the next day, b4 the crowds.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tough to get it to 1, but I'd say Mostar and the great dinner there."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First Rick Steves Tour we took and we were so happy we chose this tour. Our tour guide Barbara was outstanding. She was extremely knowledgeable about all regions we were in and very organized and fun! Our group of 28 people was the best! We made great friends and helped each other along the way. We shared many stories and laughs and formed deep connections with the group. I get motion sickness and the entire group was very supportive and allowed me to sit in the front of the bus.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes National Park early morning walk along scenic trail filled with breathtaking waterfalls. It was great to get there early before other tourists. Also Lake Bled walk, even in the rain, was magical."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic time. Our guide Barbara was incredible. Fantastic personality and knowledge made the trip absolutely perfect.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The scenery at the National Park with all the waterfalls and the experience on the Dubrovnik town walls. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This was our fourth Rick Steve’s tour and it was fantastic from start to finish but I give it a very good rating instead of excellent because there were several times during the trip where we would arrive at a new location only to be told the rest of the afternoon and/or evening we were on our own. Barbara gave us a quick tour of the locale to familiarize us with the area but then we were on our own. This happened in Split (our least favorite spot) and Korčula (one of the best spots).

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The trip thru Bosnia was a totally unexpected experience. Both local guides were great."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was great! Barbara was an excellent tour guide and we all appreciated her humor, her conscientiousness and her obvious pride in her homeland. Barbara set the tone for a relaxed group with reasonable expectations. Our driver was also amazing as were the special guides at each stop. I loved the variety of experiences and learning about the complex history of the region.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many wow moments, from Mostar to Dubrovnik to Plitvice…all different and all wow experiences."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A great variety of experiences, a great guide and driver, and wonderful people in the group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Barbara was an excellent tour guide - very knowledgeable and enjoyable to listen to.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I didn't have one specific moment - the walking tours were great, the scenery was beautiful, and the history very interesting."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First our host Barbara was an excellent communicator and was very thorough in her directions and guidance each and every day. What a liked a lot was not only were the main exhibits, attractions and placed well documented and covered but your tour had numerous side events and placed to offer which put a cherry on the cake!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There was no one wow moment, it was just a continuous flow of wow and unbelievable photo moments and pics that are universal and worthy of life time memories. Between the coastal views and places to share the Croatian culture to the bodacious alpine/mountainous scenes the Slovenian experience offered I am and was totally satisfied and a blessed man having gone through your delightful tour!*"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Seeing and learning about Eastern Europe was mind bending. The ancient as well as recent political history, helped me understand this part of the world on a much deeper level. I had numerous opportunities to immerse myself in the food, culture, political, and geophysical fabric of countries calling the Adriatic coast home. From the small villages to large cities, I got a real sense of what living here is like. Saso, our guide, was brilliant at imparting all of this intellectual beauty.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The care and passion that Saso took in making sure that everyone's curiosity was satisfied on every level was impressive! It didn't matter what question was asked, he knew the answer. From sports to wine, to the best dessert to order in each town, he had the answer. it was like traveling with a scholar and a poet. In particular, he handled heat exhaustion compassionately, lost people wisely, and difficult people with diplomacy. His sense of humor was appreciated on many occasions. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Absolutely incredible. Saso our tour guide was amazing, so knowledgeable, personable, thoughtful and kind. The bus was comfortable and Robert (our driver) was so good. What a skilled driver! He also made crossing the border a very seamless process. The destinations were perfect, a nice variety of cities, tucked away small towns, beaches and history. It felt like the amount of time spent in them was just right. The local guides couldn’t have been better. Each one had so much insight. Loved it!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My sister and I both had so many “pinch me” moments. The Winery and our first glimpse of the Adriatic (and then swimming in it!!) was amazing. Our group clicked from the start so having a wine tasting and laughing together was so much fun, swimming and enjoying cake together was perfect. On the more eye opening side…Bosnia. Our guide helped us to understand what happened there, and Saso built on that information. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was an outstanding trip. Guide was extremely knowledgeable. Got to know some great co-travelers. Highly recommend this trip

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Waterfalls"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Very professional operation, ran like clockwork. Informative tour guides, good hotels, plenty of free time. Adriatic countries were lovely with lots to see and enjoy.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Ljubljana was a great place for strolling and people watching and relaxing "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was a lovely tour and the sites we visited were very pleasant. I really enjoyed learning about olive oil and how to taste it for quality. The Adriatic Sea is astounding.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The city of Ljubljana and Plitvice Lakes"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was very professionally run; Sasha was also warm and had the tour running cohesively, bringing our group together.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Not sure what was my favorite, I had several. My favorite locations were Ljubliana, Plitvic Lakes, Split, Dubrovnick and Korcula. My favorite tour guides were in Pula and Maya for Split. They were very informative. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic tour that showcased the best of the Adriatic

Favorite "WOW" moment

" It is hard to pick one but Plitvice lakes National Park for sure"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I have traveled with many different tour companies over the years and this is my third Rick Steves Tour. I would rank this tour as my number one tour experience. It was a wonderful experience for many reasons: the tour guide, history, variety of daily experiences and the incredible beauty.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were several but the one that stands out was Plitvice National Park. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved the entire tour. Our guide Sanel was outstanding; kind, well informed, funny, and inclusive.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our guide Sanel-wow! Cannot say enough good things about him. Also floating in the Adriatic. Hotels were great. Bus driver Jan was a pro. Amazing. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my third Rick Steves tour and my most favorite up to now. The history and culture presented was from a viewpoint I had never been knowledgeable about before.. Our tour leader Sanel was absolutely wonderful in his ability to teach, entertain and lead our group in all situations presented. His ability to connect with us and present information in such an educational manner was outstanding!!! He made the trip!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many, so many!! The islands of Croatia off the Dalmatian course were truly gorgeous. We only stayed on Korkula and it was truly a magical place. But I have to admit Mostar was the first time I had ever been in a Muslim majority city and it was eye opening. Women in hijabs, the bazaar, the stone streets, war damaged buildings, wonderful food, visit to a mosque and my first hearing of " the call to prayer" from one of many minarets was fascinating!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I thought it was a great whirlwind experience to see a broad area of the Balkans, but also learning about it's sometimes troubled past.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting Korčula and the area around the old town."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour guides were fantastic. The sites were wonderful. The inside information we received from our guides was outstanding and made the trip great.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many to limit to one. Plitvice and Lake Bled were spectacular sites and Split was a great city with vibe and history. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a great time. We had a really positive and friendly group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Sanel’s childhood stories of the war. He opened my eyes to the war. No child should go through that, however, Sanel delivers his experience with dignity and grace. You can sense his pride in his country and his helping others. Having Sanel as our guide made the trip very special. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We have used the Rick Steves books for years but this was our first tour. It exceeded our expectations. We loved all the places we visited. Loved the local guides, the special events such as the visit to the Agrofarm to see the donkeys and the delicious local lunch and wine, the winery visit was like no other because of Boris, his fantastic wines and his family history. We especially appreciated our orientations and then the ability to go off on our own to explore and arrange our own meals.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many not sure I can stick to 1 - but what stands our is the hike through Plitvice National Park, the agro farm lunch (outstanding), the hospitality of Boris Lisjak and his family. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our 6th RS tour and as outstanding as others. Our tour guide Sanel was really outstanding. His passion and knowledge with his impeccable language skills made this tour special. We learned a lot about the region and its history. We enjoyed the Winery and Donkey Farm visits but Olive Tasting not so much. Slovenia, Bosnia and Croatia are all beautiful countries steeped with interesting history. All of our tour mates are fun and interesting people.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many wow moments. We loved the beautiful Plitvice Lakes National Park, pristine waters surrounded by green forest. We wish we could have stayed another day. All those Roman Ruins (Pula, Split) Dubrovnik walls. Those medieval tombstones in Stolac tugged my heart."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Thoroughly enjoyed this Rick Steves Tour with a great group of people and a tremendous guide, Sanel. Learned many new things about this area of the Europe and enjoyed the varied itinerary that included city stays in three different countries, time spent in some smaller towns, time to enjoy an island in the Adriatic, and a hike through a wonderful National Park full of waterfalls.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Swimming in the Adriatic in Korcula, hiking in Plitvice National Park, and exploring the city walls of Dubrovnik were all "wow" moments that I enjoyed during the trip. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Best of Adriatic is my fifth Rick Steves Tour and it is this tour that far exceeded my expectations. The culture, history, and diversity was all a part of making this tour a deeply rich experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes National Park was beyond description, the green, the lakes, the waterfalls. I've been to 12 United States National Parks all over western U.S. so I wasn't expecting much from this day but it far exceeded my expectations. The park is truly beautiful and a not to be missed site."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Exceptional!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tough question but Lake Bled, Plitvice Lakes National Park , Split and Korčula were all spectacular. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My wife and I travel a lot on our own having taken many trips to Europe, but never to the Balkans. I think we’d unfairly written it off, perhaps because the early 90’s war had perhaps subconsciously colored our perceptions, leading to a reluctance to explore this area. How wrong we were. This area, its people, and most certainly our tour guide, Sanel Maric, did everything to change our perception and understanding of Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia, its people, the land, and its history.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Favorite “wow” moment? That’s a tough one, but I think what “wowed” me most was the peoples’ command of the English language. How easily they conversed with us. That said, “Hvala” (thank you) and, especially “Molim” (please) frequently brought a smile to their faces. I used Rick’s “Croatian Survival Phrases” in his guide book along with a language cd to arm myself with 12 words/phrases before the trip. I learned 5 more while here, which they were happy to help me learn."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Mariam and Edis were amazing!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice National Park."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my 4th Rick Steves' tour. I went with high expectations and was not disappointed

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes National Park."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Well organized no glitches. Travel group were very cohesive and friendly. Dalmatian coast is beautiful

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lovely boat ride to Korcula "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a fantastic guide whose knowledge and passion for the areas we visited were very evident. It was wonderful to see a part of the world not as often visited by travelers and to learn about the histories of the various places, Croatia, Bosnia, and Slovenia. There was beauty everywhere we went; the hotels were comfortable; there were unique experiences included, and our guide treated us to little extras: schnapps, cookies, snacks, a specially printed bookmark, etc. Highly recommended!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"On a beautiful, sunny day, walking along the wall in old city Dubrovnik was my "wow" moment. I would take one fantastic photo, then three minutes later from a slightly different viewpoint, I'd stop and have another "wow!" Then over and over again as the walk continued. I can't wait to put ALL my wow moments into a photo book and share it with friends. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tour provided abundant information and activities to allow me to learn about and enjoy the places we visited but also allowed adequate free time to rest and recharge on my own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I really enjoyed the beauty of Plitvice National Park. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We loved these countries and our guide Tina made them come alive for us both historically and present day!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The views of Lake Bled! The walk through Plitvice was right up there, too!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Guide Tina Hiti was phenomenal, itinerary was wonderful and provided both opportunity for education and fun activities. Buses were comfortable and had plenty of room for people to spread out. Included meals were very good.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lake Bled, Plitvice lakes, Dubrovnik, Korcula "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent tour. Each day was well planned with the guides' tours giving you just enough to make the most of your free time. I don't often travel with tour groups so I was skeptical of some of our more offbeat stops at first (donkey farm?!) But even these were in fact very memorable and well worth the time. Our guide, Mili, was the absolute best. He took great care to make sure everyone was having a great time and his knowledge of and love for these lands is top notch.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Getting lost in the streets of Rovinj and finding myself in an incredibly beautiful alley that led right down to the sea"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Good leader, good group, interesting sights.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Floating in the Adriatic. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We enjoyed the group of people that the tour brought together almost as much as the touring itself. The emphasis on small, local purveyors was especially heartening.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My initial response was to indicate Plitiivice or Mostar, both of which were fabulous. However, the true Wow experience was our overall tour guide Milli as well as the local guides. Milli was fantastic and had so much to offer us in understanding the plight of immigrants, which is especially impactful currently. Roberto from Dubrovnik helped us understand the presence of people in Dubrovnik historically, which is not so different from the horde of tourists currently. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This is our 3rd Rick Steves Tour and another great experience to add to the books. Barbara our guide was outstanding! Very informative on history, what to expect and do in each town and very engaged with our group. Croatia and Slovenia are beautiful. Not over populated with tourist yet. Wonderful trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The water falls were amazing and how clear and blue the water is in Croatia. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful trip and great overall adventure!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Plitvice Lakes was spectacular!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I have had the privilege of getting to Europe many times in my life, mostly for work, but often for pleasure. This was our first group excursion. We are sold! We made so great memories having Barbara and all the other local guides bring together context and history to make the trip both beautiful and educational. There were so many experiences that we would have missed if doing this trip on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Yugoslavian break up and the wars in Bosnia happened in my young adult life, and I never fully understood what happened and why. Having time now to listen and learn first hand accounts was just amazing to me. Hearing the stuggles of our guide in his youth as we walked through Mostar was just inspirational. With the current confilcts in Ukraine, this lesson of history repeating itself became so much more relevant. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I was traveling with my family of 8. I am grandma, daughter, son in law and 5 grandchildren in late teens and twenties. Wonderful memories and experiences.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lake Bled! Totally unexpected beauty and wonder!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We hadn't been to this area of Europe before and the freindliness of the people and tthe natural beauty was outstanding. The tour had a great mix of guided and on your own experiences as well as a good combination of sightseeing and relaxing. As always, the guide (Barbara) was excellent and the people on the tour were interesting to get to know.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our tour included Mostar. The city guide was excellent and really helped us understand the issues leading up to the war and the effects on the people. He had some really special stories."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Best of the Adriatic Tour has a great balance between culture, history, relaxation, and fun in the sun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Sunsets over the Adriatic and the opportunity to learn about the complex experience of individuals in Stolac and Mostar. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I enjoyed our guide and local guides very much. I was relieved that so many locals spoke English!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The National Park in Croatia"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful mix of nature, culture, history, and small cities. Knowledgable guide. Major heat wave made some aspects of the trip challenging as did overly crowded sites.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were several WOW moments. The guide in Mostar, Bosnia shared his experiences during the Bosnian war; the overly crowded but stunningly beautiful parks; the islands off the coast of Croatia."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I learned more from this trip than any other trips I had.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The tour guide from Bosnia shared his personal experiences during the war and his perspective on the future. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I learned so much and enjoyed being part of a warm group of curious travelers led by the wonderful and knowledgeable Darya.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite part of the trip was probably hiking along the boardwalks in Plitvice Lakes National Park - it was absolutely stunningly beautiful and unspoiled. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves tour but certainly not our last. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide, tour companions, and event experiences. It didn’t hurt that the weather was wonderful. Darija, our guide, had the perfect balance of resoluteness, patience, and humor. Those traits made her the ideal leader for our group. The events were informational, entertaining, and perfectly spaced throughout the 14 days.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I was “wowed” by the knowledge of all of our guides. They made the specific tours engaging and educational. The guide in Bosnia Herzegovinia spoke with amazing passion, knowledge and first had experience of life during the war and life today."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My wife, Deborah, and I decided on this tour because we knew next to nothing about the Adriatic region and thought it would be an interesting adventure. This Adriatic Tour exceeded all our expectations!! We LOVED the entire 14-day tour!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many "WOW" moments, I can't pick just one! So, here are my favorites: 1. Lake Bled & Soca River Valley...MAGICAL!! 2. Split & Diocletian's Palace...AMAZING HISTORY UP CLOSE!! 3. Mostar...very moving history from 1990's (excellent guide in "Eco"!) 4. All things Korcula & Dubrovnik!!....We both want to come back to Korcula & Dubrovnik!!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The itinerary was well thought-out. Our guide Darija is knowledgeable. The driver Mitij is very professional. Everything was well-organized so that we can focus enjoying the destinations and not worry about logistics.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking the city walls in Dubrovnik! Beautiful views from all sides. Interesting to see that there are residents living inside the city walls. It was a great suggestion to walk in the late afternoon, after all the cruise ship passengers are gone and as the temperature cools down a bit."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The Adriatic Tour surpassed expectations. Our tour guide, Mariam, was wonderful and so knowledgeable. Bus drivers Edis is a great driver and always had a smile on his face. Slovenia, Bosnia, and Croatia are beautiful countries with some history that was important to learn. The people are lovely and the food delicious.We got to go to places that we we would not have found on our own. Everything was expertly planned which made it no stress and relaxing even though we did a lot of traveling.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Loved Plitvic National Park and Dubrovnik City walls. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was alot in a short period of time: however, enjoyable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mostar"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had an amazing time on the Heart of the Adriatic Tour. We saw more than we thought we’d see. Our tour guide was professional and personable. The sights were breathtaking day after day.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I’m not sure I can identify one. We had a few pleasant surprises: stopping at the ski jumping facility was a fun side trip. The Roman amphitheater in Pula was incredible. The beauty of Korkula and surrounding islands indescribable. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Mariam our tour guide was amazing. Everything was organized well and all the places we saw were all very memorable each in their own way. There is so must history about these areas and I feel like I learned a lot, but also had information overload. Our bus driver Edis was very nice and a very good and responsible driver, the bus was also very comfortable to travel in. All the other passengers were wonderful and I have made many new friendships. I look forward to my next Rick Steves Tour!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are too many to choose, Lake Bled (would have been nice to stay there overnight). Plitvice Park, walking the wall in Dubrovnik."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had an amazing time! Stunning natural landscapes, picturesque little towns, and interesting cities. The food was delicious, and the hotels were very nice. These sights were all new to me, and I loved every stop.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is a hard thing to answer - I think it is a three way tie between Plitvice, Lake Bled, and Mostar. Truly, every stop had something special though. "