Croatia's Dalmatian Coast
Split, a coastal city with a mountainous backdrop, has a vibrant history that dates back to the 3rd century AD, when the Roman Emperor Diocletian made it his home. We combine boat trips with walking, canoeing and cycling excursions to immerse ourselves in the fabric of the city and the nearby islands. Narrow cobblestone streets, charming piazzas, Gothic churches and secretive monasteries are some of the many surprises that await us at every turn. We enjoy unspoilt tranquility as we walk through small villages and vineyards to indulge in the culinary delights of the region – especially the delicious local seafood. Our final destination is the walled city of Dubrovnik, which maintains its place as one of Europe’s grandest cities – a melting-pot of medieval ambience and Gothic, Renaissance and Romanesque architecture set against the dazzling background of the Adriatic Sea.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sun) Arrive in Split. |
| 2 | Morning sightseeing tour of Split including Diocletian's Palace and St Domnius Cathedral. Dinner in a 'konoba' (local tavern restaurant). |
| 3 | Ferry to Starigrad on Hvar Island. Walking tour of Jelsa. Walk through olive trees, vineyards and lavender fields from Jelsa to Vrboska. Walking tour in the city of Hvar. Ferry to Split. |
| 4 | Visit Kastel Luksic's 16th century castle. Sightseeing tour of Trogir. Afternoon ferry to Mljet Island. |
| 5 | Canoeing, cycling and swimming in Mljet National Park (15km). Visit the Sveta Marija (St Mary) Monastery by boat. |
| 6 | Ferry to Dubrovnik. Afternoon city tour, including Franciscan Monastery, Rector's Palace and city walls. |
| 7 | Boat trip to Lokrum Island. Walking tour. Visit Napoleon's fortress and botanic gardens. Return to Dubrovnik. Afternoon free. |
| 8 | Trip ends in Dubrovnik this morning (Sun). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
8 days |
Trip Code |
PEDC |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy), Walking (Easy) | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Croatia | |
Start City |
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| Split | |
End City |
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| Dubrovnik | |
