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The fountain and the gate of Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo, Lombardy, Italy, on lake Como

Coastal Cruise

15 day Italy, Slovenia & Croatia Cruise

Gardens of the Italian Lakes, Slovenia & Croatian Islands Cruise

On one of Botanica’s most popular journeys, we admire the prominent gardens and breathtaking scenery of the Italian Lakes District and the stunning sights of Slovenia. During an eight-night cruise aboard the Lady Eleganza, we follow the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in at Croatia’s pristine islands. See the fields of lavender on the island of Hvar and the ’Green Island’ of Mljet. Observe the contrast of formal gardens and natural landscapes prevalent throughout our journey.

This journey departs:

  • 10 June 2025

  • 26 May 2026

MilanDubrovnik
15 Days Coastal Cruise

Highlights

The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.

Gardens of the Italian Lakes

The alluring gardens of the Italian Lakes are complemented by exquisite architecture.

Lady Eleganza

Cruise the Adriatic Coast over eight nights aboard the Lady Eleganza.

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Soak in the beauty of the park’s many lakes and waterfalls as you traverse the course of wooden bridges linking them.

Inclusions

Seen below are your tour’s inclusions. They ensure you’re free to enjoy each day’s discoveries without worry or distraction.

Escorted by an expert Botanical Guide and Cruise Director

Privately chartered eight-night cruise aboard Lady Eleganza, with a maximum of 36 guests, and eight nights’ accommodation in centrally located four- to five-star hotels

Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 32 meals and select beverages

All sightseeing, shore excursions and entrance fees as per the itinerary

Spend three nights in the beautiful lakes district of Italy, including visits to Isola Bella and Isola Madre

Explore the gardens of Villa Carlotta and Villa Melzi with your Botanical Guide and marvel at the Giardino Giusti Garden and Romeo and Juliet’s Verona

Stay two nights in Slovenia at Lake Bled to see the beauty of nature’s garden

Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park and the pristine islands of Croatia, including Hvar, Korcula, Mljet and Lokrum

Itinerary

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change 

  • Fitness rating: Medium

  • Exclusive charter of the MV Lady Eleganza for up to 36 guests

  • Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary 

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