
Discover little-known corners of Europe on an intimate nature journey through two diverse Balkan countries. The Dinaric and Julian Alps rise high above rugged seacoast and glacier-carved lakes, their karst expanse riddled with caves, gorges and waterfalls that pour into crystalline rivers. Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, speckled with a thousand islands and reefs, offers idyllic Mediterranean scenery. On private boat cruises, get close to a large colony of rare griffon vultures protected on the island of Cres, and admire rocky headlands, sandy beaches, turquoise bays and red-roofed stone villages that cascade to the sea. In Slovenia, wander mountain trails among flowers and alpine wildlife like chamois, ibex and red deer. Cultural heritage is a rich part of this trip, too, as we visit ancient monasteries and castles, and traditional farms continuing sustainable artisan production of wine, honey and cheese.