FAQ

Question 1

Passport, visa & entry requirements

Accepted Answer

- In order to enter Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
- We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
- Beginning in 2026, U.S. and Canadian passport holders must register for an [ETIAS](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftravel-europe.europa.eu%2Fetias_en&data=05%7C01%7C%7C6d2b38859eae47b0da2a08dba421f137%7Cf0d1c6fddff0486a8e91cfefefc7d98d%7C0%7C0%7C638284238040739788%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Pxn4%2Fu%2Fkz8GELqvzmgyLsXXTL4sPz%2B2KTz%2B533hfGI0%3D&reserved=0) travel authorization in order to enter many European countries.
- Passport holders from over 60 visa-exempt countries (including the U.S. and Canada) will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to visit 30 European countries. That means that even if you’ve previously traveled to any of these European countries without a visa, starting in 2026, you’ll need to get ETIAS authorization to visit them again. If you’re traveling to multiple countries with this requirement, you only need to complete the form once. All Go Ahead travelers are responsible for obtaining their own ETIAS travel authorization before departure. For more details, please visit our [Help Center](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.goaheadtours.com%2Fhc%2Fen-us%2Farticles%2F17596554099739-ETIAS-travel-authorization&data=05%7C01%7C%7C6d2b38859eae47b0da2a08dba421f137%7Cf0d1c6fddff0486a8e91cfefefc7d98d%7C0%7C0%7C638284238040739788%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UrPDlVIIAqXSOYuZCOxyLzIRHuq4ODPsPdNQpo9hZcA%3D&reserved=0).
- Travelers visiting Venice during peak season from mid-April through the end of July must complete an online exemption form which will generate a QR code as proof of staying overnight in Venice. For more details, please visit our [Help Center](https://support.goaheadtours.com/hc/en-us/articles/23813769936795-Venice-entry-requirement-form).
- If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
- You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to [**goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements**](/entry-requirements?tourCode=CRI) and searching the code CRI.

Question 2

Arrival & Departure Information

Accepted Answer

- Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Dubrovnik and depart from Venice  (or Florence on the tour extension). A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport  and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the  arrival lounge, as the representative might  be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the  bus at the time of your arrival.
- Transfers to and from the airport at the beginning and end of the tour are included for travelers who purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who booked their own flights are responsible for securing their own airport transfers.
- Water taxi rides in Venice are included in the price of your tour. (The tour extension also includes a train ride from Venice to Florence.)
- All other included transportation on this tour  is by private motor coach.

Question 3

Tour pacing & mobility

Accepted Answer

* You will walk for at least 3 hours daily across moderately uneven terrain, including paved roads and cobblestone streets, with some hills and stairs. 
* Travelers should be healthy enough to participate  in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount  of walking on your tour. 
* You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as stepping between boats and uneven docks. 
* Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler. 
* If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer  Experience Team.

Question 4

Baggage allowance

Accepted Answer

* Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections  or flights. 
* Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits. 
* Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights. 
* Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.

Question 5

Clothing & packing tips

Accepted Answer

* We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket  or rainwear. 
* A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers  is recommended for sightseeing.
*  You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance. 
* It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).

Question 6

Health

Accepted Answer

* At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
* If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
* If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior  to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
* You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to **[goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements](/entry-requirements?tourCode=CRI)** and searching the code CRI.

Question 7

Cuisine

Accepted Answer

* In Croatia, you may like to try traditional Balkan dishes, such as *duvec* (vegetables and meat), moussaka (eggplant and minced meat), *sarma* (minced meat and rice), and *raznjici* (grilled veal or pork). Almost every region of the country produces its own varieties  of wine, each of which are quite delicious. 
* Venice and Northern Italy are known for flavorful meats and pastries. 
* For more authentic meals, try local *trattorias*, small restaurants set away from the main piazzas. A typical Italian meal includes wines and the occasional beer, followed by a few sips of after-dinner drinks like *grappa* or *limoncello*. 
* Tuscany, on the tour extension, is world-famous for its wine, oil, sauces, and pasta. Menus favor subtle, lighter pastas and desserts made with nuts, fruit, and honey. Try a dish featuring the region’s Chianina beef, perhaps the most prized breed of cattle in all  of Italy. For wine, popular Tuscan reds include Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile  di Montepulciano, which are primarily made from the Sangiovese grape. Well-known white wines are also made around the San Gimignano region.

Question 8

Electricity & air conditioning

Accepted Answer

* Croatia and Italy operate on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Type C or F plugs with two small, round pins. 
* We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter. 
* The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel. 
* Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.

Question 9

Connectivity

Accepted Answer

* Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some  charges may apply. 
*  There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches. 
* Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.

Question 10

Time zone

Accepted Answer

* Croatia and Italy are one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and six hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET). 
* When it’s noon in New York, it’s 6pm on tour.

Question 11

Currency

Accepted Answer

* You will use the euro on tour.
* Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
* We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash  at local banks as needed.
* You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
* Inform your bank and credit card company  of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
* International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit  or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.

Question 12

Tipping

Accepted Answer

- At the conclusion of your tour, it is customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
- We recommend tipping the equivalent of $10USD to $12USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $4USD per person per day for your driver.
- If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
- Tips can only be paid in cash.
- If you are traveling to multiple countries with different currencies and the same Tour Director, ask them what currency they prefer for their tip.
- The cost of porterage is included in your tour price, and it is not necessary to tip baggage handlers.

Question 13

Purchasing excursions on tour

Accepted Answer

* Most optional excursions will be available for purchase while you are on tour.
* Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for excursions.
* Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
* Some optional excursions may only be purchased  in advance. See page four of your tour itinerary for more information.

Croatia & Italy: Dubrovnik to Venice

Uncover a treasure trove of culture and history along the Adriatic.

Your tour package includes

Included highlights

Itinerary

Overnight flight

Day 1: Travel day

Dubrovnik

Day 2: Arrival in Dubrovnik

Hotels

Hotel Lapad

Split Region - Hotel Amphora

Istria Region - Grand Hotel Adriatic

Trieste - Hotel NH Trieste

Venice - Hotel Giorgione

Florence - Hotel Diplomat

Flights

Add our airfare and you’ll get:

Weather

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Trieste, Italy

Venice, Italy

Florence, Italy

Zadar, Croatia

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