romantic coastline, majestic mountains, rich history, and exotic ports—you’ll find it all in the Adriatic Riviera, nestled along the Adriatic Sea, in the arm of the Mediterranean between Italy and the Balkan Peninsula.
     Arrive in the northeastern Italian gulf city of Trieste , Italy ’s gateway to Eastern Europe ,thentravel to Piran , Slovenia , settled during the Roman Empire . From here, you’ll cruise along Portoroz Bay to the coastal towns of Izola and Koper. In Lipica, you’ll board an electric train bound for the incredible Postojna Cave, home to the fascinating “human fish” as well as more than 200 other cave creatures.
    Stroll through the streets of Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. Marvel at the unique cultural and historical history and natural wonder of the Lake Bled area.Tracing the Adriatic coast, you’ll cross Slovenia’s border into Croatia, taking in Porec, Istria’s majestic Lim Fiord, and Rovinj, with its mesmerizing medieval architecture. Cap off your Adriatic escape with a jaunt by hydrofoil to the legendary city of Venice, Queen of the Adriatic.

Please read our terms and conditions and other important information

9 days

Moderately active

Approximately $2,195, plus air (based on double occupancy) and $95 VAT (subject to change)

Accommodations, meals as specified, group transfers, excursions, most gratuities

Airfare to Trieste returning from Venice (approximately $1,000 per person); airport taxes; travel insurance

Thomas Sieger Derr, professor emeritus of religion and ethics, teaches courses in applied ethics related to medicine, the environment, war, and church and state. He also has done work for the World Council of Churches in Geneva.