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Join the Adria Owners club on an adventure to Slovenia and Croatia, starting with 4 nights in Lake Bled with an excursion to the enchanting city of Ljubljana finishing with a wine tasting a selection of Slovenian wines and a visit to the Adria Mobil Factory for a tour followed by more wine tasting in the mountains.
Next you cross the border into Croatia for a 3 night stay on the outskirts of the capital before making your way to the wonderful rugged Dalmatian Coast line. During your stay in this area you will visit 2 UNESCO towns, and the impressive Krka National Park made up of awe inspiring waterfalls and one of Croatia's biggest attractions.
Next you will make your way north east for 3 nights in a lovely campsite on the edge of the Plitvice National Park, the oldest and largest park in Croatia covering almost 30,000 hectares.
Lastly you travel further north to the region of Istria where you stay for a further 4 nights and discover the historic city of Pula including a visit to the magnificent roman amphitheatre, the only amphitheatre to have 4 side towers completely preserved.
See full itinerary below
Please note: You must be a member of the Adria Owners Club to join this rally
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Itinerary
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View CampsiteSet at the foot of the Alpine mountains Lake Bled, with direct access to the lakefront. This site has wonderful views across the lake, over to the famous island.
5 September: Welcome drink and evening meal
On arrival, get to know your fellow ralliers over a welcome drink and a three course evening meal in the campsite restaurant. Dogs are welcome in the restaurant.
6 September: Day Excursion to Ljubljana, ending with wine tasting in Bled.
Ljubljana is one of the smaller medieval European cities, squeezed between the castles’ hill and the river. From Camping Bled you will journey into Ljubljana by coach with an English speaking guide, taking in the highlights (to name a few) of Park Tivoli-Serbian-King Church, Roman walls, President’s palace, Parliament square.
You will then continue the tour on foot by walking through the old part of town where you will see several attractions including Ljubljana River and the old harbour building, Shoemaker bridge, the Cathedral and Town Hall, the Open-Air market and Three Bridges on Preseren Square.
At midday you will bid your guide farewell you will have free time for shopping and refreshment before re-joining the coach at 15.00 for the return to Lake Bled.
On your arrival at Lake Bled, you will be dropped at the Restaurant Murka for a spot of wine tasting. Here you will have the opportunity to sample 7 boutique Slovenian wines paired with some delicious appetizers under the guidance of an experienced sommelier.
Following your wine tasting, you will then make your way to the campsite via the local tourist train.
Dog Owners. Although dogs are not permitted on the excursion, they are allowed in Restaurant Murka for the wine tasting event. Just make your way to the wine tasting via the tourist train and meet the group at 16.00 hrs for the last part of the day. You will then return to the campsite on the tourist train under the group ticket. (Note: you will be asked to purchase a ticket on the train for the journey into Bled, but not on the return).
7 September: Free day to explore
Today you can enjoy a free day at Lake Bled. Why not hire a pletna boat to Bled Island and climb the steps to the picturesque church of St Marys, its takes around 30 minutes to explore the small island.
8 September - Excursion to the Adria Factory followed by more wine tasting
Today you have an early departure by coach as you make your way to the Adria Mobil factory, the heart of Adria motorhomes since 1965. Following a tour and a spot of lunch, you will travel to the Vineyards in the heart of Dolenjsk where you will sample some delicious wine and tasty delicacies from the region. Please note there is a 600m uphill walk at the vineyard from the coach park
Unfortunately dogs are not permitted on this excursion.
- 09 Sept - 12 Sept: Camp Zagreb (3 nights)
- 12 Sept - 13 Sept: Camp Korana (1 nights)
- 13 Sept - 16 Sept: Amadria Park, Trogir (4 nights)
- 17 Sept - 20 Sept: Zaton Holiday Resort (3 nights)
- 20 Sept - 23 Sept: Plitvice Holiday Resort (3 nights)
- 23 Sept - 27 Sept: Camping Port Sole (4 nights)
Travel Options
| Travel Operator | Irish Ferries |
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| Date | 2 Sept 2024 |
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The package price includes a return sailing with Irish Ferries from Dover to Calais . Travel must be between 2 September and 13 December, during any time of the day. If you wish to travel before the 2 September, a small supplement will apply. For alternative ferry operators or travel with Le Shuttle, please contact us for a bespoke price.
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| Prices |
A motorhome up to 8m: £2,489 Car and Caravan up to 8m: £2,599 |
Additional Information
Dogs
Dogs are welcome and included in the package for an additional cost. Although they are welcome in the restaurants for the organised meals, they are not permitted on the coaches so can not participate on the excursions. 1 person must remain with the dogs at the campsite whilst the group excursions take place, a discount for the 'dog sitter' can be applied providing we reach minimum numbers.
Dog supplement (includes £30 ferry crossing with Irish Ferries)
- First dog - £92
- Second dog - £140
Some campsites only charge for the second dog on a pitch. There is a maximum of 2 dogs per unit.
Pitch Allocations
Pitches cannot be guaranteed allocated together; however, this will be requested with importance for every reservation.
Overnight Stops
If there is enough interest, it will be possible to book an over night stops on the journey to Lake Bled, and also on the return from Croatia, via Italy. To provide you with a change of scenery, we have organised 2 separate routes.
Outbound route - Overnight stop package 1
- Calais (Calais to Reims 274 km)
- Camping d'Epanay, Reims (Reims to Stuttgart 471 km)
- Campingplatz Stuttgart (Stuttgart to Salzburg 385 km)
- Campingplatz Stadtblich in Salzburg (238 km to Lake Bled)
Inbound Route - Overnight stop package 2
- Camping Rialto, Venice (243 km from Porto Sole)
- Camping Citta di Milano, Milan (278 km from Venice)
- Camping de Vidy, Lausanne Lake Geneva (333km from Milan)
- Camping d'Epanay, Reims (472km from Lausanne to Reims)
- Calais (274km from Reims to Calais)
If you would like to book package 1, or package 2, or both of the campsites, please indicate this on your booking form under extra information.
Vignettes and tolls
Vignettes are required for all vehicles (up to 3500t) to drive on motorways and toll roads in many European countries. They can be purchased in various petrol stations and toll stations en route. For more information about Vignettes in the countries that may affect you, please see here: https://www.caravanclub.co.uk/overseas-holidays/planning-your-route/motorway-tolls-and-vignettes/
Please note, we will require a deposit of £190 to secure your place on the rally.
This Rally is available to book for Members of the Adria Owners Club
Register Your Interest
If you would like to reserve a place on the rally, please complete the form below and you will be emailed a booking form shortly.