Croatia With Island Hopping

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Croatia with Island Hopping

Hiking – Kayaking – Food & Wine Experience
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  • March - NovemberMar - Nov

  • 7 meals

  • Split

  • Dubrovnik

  • Relaxed

  • Small Groups

  • 4*/5* hotels

  • 4 UNESCO Sites

Introduction

Dare to discover the captivating nature of Croatia and travel through the incredibly turbulent history of the coastal cities, adding a fantastic context to your sightseeing adventures.

Walking down the streets of Split, makes the sightseeing feel like wandering through a historical maze. The visit to the Biokovo Nature Reserve brings you a chance to enjoy the Skywalk, a 25-meter-long glass promenade that offers а spectacular view of Makarska Riviera. The days on the islands of Croatian archipelago are healing and the perfect introduction for abundance of glorious Dubrovnik! Feel the cosmopolitan spirit on its streets enjoy the local food and wine, sit in the kayak, start rowing and absorb the sight of the great city walls rising from the azure blue of Adriatic.

  • Stay fascinated with the loveliness of Trogir, the town of an antique charm
  • Prepare yourself for revelation of the amazing Dalmatian archipelago
  • Catch the glitz and glamour of the glorious Hvar town
  • Look for the Game of Thrones filming sites in the maze of narrow, marble streets in Dubrovnik
Itinerary

Day 1Arrive Split

Upon your arrival in Split you will be welcomed by your guide and escorted to your hotel. On the short coach ride from the airport, sit back, relax and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of Dalmatia, the most popular part of Croatia. Your guide will provide some basic information about Dalmatian capital, tips and tricks about local daily routine and suggest some ideas for your free time.

Overnight: Split.

Standard package: Hotel Art 4* | Globo 4* | President 4* or similar
Superior package: Marvie Hotel & Health 4* superior | Luxe 4* superior | Cvita 4* superior or similar

Day 2The Historical Maze of Dalmatia: Trogir and Split

3 h

Feeling lucky to start your day in Trogir, a charming little town with medieval walls, magical architecture and a wonderful sea view, you are ready for today’s adventure. Being in this town will seem like you travelled back in time through centuries, all the way to the Trogir’s Golden era, today, still visible in the magnificent Cipiko Palace, the Venetian Cathedral of St. Lawrence, the Gothic town hall and mighty walls along the waterfront. Walking through the city centre (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with cobbled streets and passages, among different architectural styles, listening to the stories about medieval time and feeling the atmosphere of the glorious times past, you will find yourself immersed in the incredible history of Trogir.
A natural unfolding to this fulfilled day is a visit to the city of Split, the successor of Solin, the capital of Roman province Dalmatia. Split was actually the periphery of Solin whose very important citizen – the emperor Diocletian, chose Split’s downtown as a place for his palace. That is how the splendour of Split began and how the heart of the city was shaped. Walking down the Split’s streets is similar to wandering through a historical labyrinth. You will enter the bronze gate in the south, pass by the cathedral of St. Domnius, one of the best preserved buildings of Roman times, reach the golden gate in the north to touch the left toe of the statue of Gregory of Nin. According to the legend, all visitors who touch the toe of the statue will ensure their return to Split someday. Our tour ends on the busy seafront, complete with palms and yachts, colourful shops in Roman passages, and charming bars with creative interiors.

Overnight: Split.

Standard package: Hotel Art 4* | Globo 4* | President 4* or similar
Superior package: Marvie Hotel & Health 4* superior | Luxe 4* superior | Cvita 4* superior or similar

Day 3Skywalk Biokovo

2 h

Meet one more jewel of Croatian Nature, the Biokovo Mountain whose rampart peaks 1.500 meters above Makarska Riviera offer exceptional views of the sea and nearby islands. It is one of Croatia’s most popular hiking destinations with numerous paths that wind up the hills past olive groves, vineyards and pine forest. Some say it owes its name to the whiteness of the snow covered peaks (bio is a Croatian word for white) while others claim that word biokovo used to be a synonym for tempest – a specific type of wind locally also called bura. The nature reserve is known among nature lovers by the great number of endemic animal and plant species. Recently its fame has spread thanks to the Skywalk – a 25-meter-long promenade made out of glass that offers а spectacular view of Makarska Riviera. The local myth says that when the sky is clear and bright, you can even see Italy, all the way across Adriatic! Spend your free time to enjoy the remarkable view of the Split’s historical centre from Marjan Hill and feel the life and energy of the locals – probably the best way to say good-bye before island hopping!

Overnight: Split.

Standard package: Hotel Art 4* | Globo 4* | President 4* or similar
Superior package: Marvie Hotel & Health 4* superior | Luxe 4* superior | Cvita 4* superior or similar

Day 4Brač – Flavours and Sceneries of the authentic Croatian island®

5,5 km

2 h

778 m

The next three days you will be discovering the incredible Adriatic coast and Dalmatian archipelago.
Your first stop is the island of Brač, with the highest peaks among the Croatian islands. With a smaller number of tourists, but without big crowds and pomp as the glittering islands in its neighbourhood, Brač provides an excellent opportunity to delve into the authentic life of locals, particularly in the inland.
Your sightseeing starts at the Museum of olive oil since olive cultivation here dates back all the way to the Venetian time and there’s over a half-million trees planted. Warmly welcomed by hosts, you will get interesting insights into the production process. Spice up your visit by tasting various local delicacies. Later on, head up to Vidova Gora, the roof of the Croatian islands. From this point, you will go downhill along the rocky trails to the town of Bol. This small place, adorned by lovely old houses, offers great restaurants for lunch or snack by the promenade. Walk a little bit more and spend your well-deserved break at one of the most attractive beaches in the world – the Golden horn (Zlatni Rat).
Later in the afternoon, meet again with your guide at the harbour for your half-hour catamaran ride to the island of Hvar.

Overnight: Hvar Island.

Standard package: Hotel Lavanda by Valamar 3* | Pharia 3* or similar
Superior package: Heritage Hotel Dea 4* superior | Heritage Villa Apolon 4* superior | Amfora Grand Beach Resort 4* or similar

Day 5Hvar Island: The ghost-like villages with lavender scent - Medieval Hvar town

3,6 km

1 h

165 m

5,3 km

1:30 h

100 m

After breakfast, the queen of the Croatian islands – Hvar is expecting you. It is so much more than just the glitz and glamour of its main town. The significance of the island dates back from the ancient times. The important strategic and nautical position of Hvar had been the main cause of rich and turbulent times throughout its history. Its separation from the mainland protected the island from some of the modern influences and preserved the harmony between man and nature. This is visible in the white-washed towns and historic cobbled streets, in the fields of lavender and azure waters, as well as the home-style restaurants serving delicious Dalmatian fare. With all this in mind, you will visit one of the households that cultivates lavender and hike through the abandoned ghost-like village Malo Grablje. Somewhere in the middle of the Hvar hiking route, you’ll get to the Milna just in time for refreshment at one of the restaurants with a wide seafood offer. As you continue hiking along the coast, you will be rewarded with marvellous views. You will arrive in the capital of the island – the city of Hvar.
Quite often visitors describe their time spent in the town of Hvar like being a part of a fairy-tale. The scenography features 13th-century walls surrounding beautifully ornamented Gothic palaces and traffic-free marble streets. This small bay town will show you its full glory especially through the stories about significant historical events and people, related to the cathedral, monastery or fortress.
Some would say that this incredible island simply has it all: rich history, vibrant nightlife, high-class service, wonderful nature and stunning viewpoints to admire it. Finally, you will have spare time to enjoy the crystal clear waters.

Overnight: Hvar Island.

Standard package: Hotel Lavanda by Valamar 3* | Pharia 3* or similar
Superior package: Heritage Hotel Dea 4* superior | Heritage Villa Apolon 4* superior | Amfora Grand Beach Resort 4* or similar

Day 6Wine Duet: Korčula Island & Pelješac Peninsula – Walls of Ston

3 h

The third island in our itinerary will be sure to astonish you as well. Korčula, the most tranquil island of our adventure, got the name from the Greeks due to its dense pine forest – Korkyra Melaina (Black Corfu). The Korčula Town is also known as Little Dubrovnik for its mighty city walls, medieval squares, churches, palaces and houses. Locals say it still keeps secrets about the life of one of the most famous explorers in history – Marco Polo. Tip of the day: there is a nice bar in the Zakerjan tower at the far end of the old town where you can enjoy spectacular views of the strait in the distance.
The Mediterranean climate, soil quality and the terrain’s morphology provide the perfect conditions for wine-growing. In Lumbarda village, the heart of Korčula’s wine making, you will have the opportunity to taste various sorts of wine, as well as the most authentic ones, pošip and grk. The perfect ending to your visit to Korčula is tasting some of the most known Croatian wines and snacks at the local family winery. After this wonderful experience, get on the ferry, and head to your next destination, leaving behind old little houses, settled on the edge of the island. Upon your return to continental Croatia, enjoy the ride through the Pelješac peninsula. The largest Croatian peninsula, covered with macchia, is widely known by two trademarks: wine and oyster. This region, Dingač, with its famous symbol – the donkey, is the first protected wine region in Croatia. On your way to Dubrovnik, along the coast of the Adriatic, there will be a short photo stop by the impressive old city walls above the town of Ston.

Overnight: Dubrovnik.

Standard package: Hotel Lapad 4* | Uvala 4* | Grand Hotel Park 4* or similar
Superior package: Hotel Royal Neptun 4* | Valamar Lacroma 4* | More 5* or similar

Day 7UNESCO’s Dubrovnik: Movielike Old Town and Kayak Experience

7,4 km

3 h

Get ready for a lovely walking adventure through Dubrovnik’s Old Town. This maze of beautiful white marble streets (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is surrounded by a 2 km long wall which hides medieval treasures: the city’s baroque churches, magnificent palaces, significant monuments, medieval gates and marble streets. Its numerous art galleries and unique artisanal shops keep the artworks of many artists who found inspiration in this light-coloured-stone city. Walking through the historical centre, you will start and end your visit at the main street Stradun, and in between, you will hear facts, tales and legends about the Pile Gate, Big Onofrio’s Fountain, the cathedral, main square Placa and wonderful ornaments of Rector’s and Sponza Palaces. A lunch or refreshment in the city port will complete the story about Dubrovnik. Even with the spectacular morning, the real highlight of the day is kept for the afternoon – time to meet Dubrovnik from a different perspective. You saddle up on kayaks, row along the coast and admire the view of the pink-grey city walls, which stand out against the azure blue water. Be sure that this experience will boost the impression about the mightiness of the city walls and give you a chance to enjoy both the attractive shore of the Lokrum isle and the cave up close. This beautiful island holds a lot of mysteries and according to the legend it was a shelter to King Richard the Lionheart in the 12th century. Our guide will tell you the whole story once you arrive there. Lokrum Island has been a set for filming the Game of Thrones, and it is another inevitable destination for the true lovers of the series.

Overnight: Dubrovnik.

Standard package: Hotel Lapad 4* | Uvala 4* | Grand Hotel Park 4* or similar
Superior package: Hotel Royal Neptun 4* | Valamar Lacroma 4* | More 5* or similar

Day 8Departure day

Departure from Dubrovnik or any non-listed airport.

If you would like to book pre or post tour accomodation, you can do that during  check out process
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Inclusions

Countries visited

Croatia

Accommodation

Standard package:

  • 3 BB in Split in Hotel Art 4* | Globo 4*| President 4* or similar
  • 2 BB on Hvar Island in Hotel Lavanda by Valamar 3* | Pharia 3* or similar
  • 2 BB in Dubrovnik in Hotel Lapad 4* | Uvala 4* | Grand Hotel Park 4* or similar

Superior package:

  • 3 BB in Split in Marvie Hotel & Health 4* superior | Luxe 4* superior | Cvita 4* superior or similar
  • 2 BB on Hvar Island in Heritage Hotel Dea 4* superior | Heritage Villa Apolon 4* superior | Amfora Grand Beach Resort 4* superior or similar
  • 2 BB in Dubrovnik in Hotel Royal Neptun 4* | Valamar Lacroma 4* | More 5* or similar

Meals

  • 7 Meals Included

Entrances

  • Biokovo Nature Reserve

Experiences

  • Museum of olive oil on Brač island with tasting
  • Hvar Island household visit
  • Wine tasting on Koručula Island
  • Kayak ride in Dubrovnik

Transportation

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • Transportation throughout the tour according to the itinerary

Additional

  • Professional tour guidance throughout the tour
  • VAT, accommodation taxes and city taxes
  • Tour logistics and organization by a licensed local agency

I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

If you are travelling alone, not as part of a joint private tour, and want to book an exclusive private tour (guide & vehicle) with accommodation in a single room, please send us a request via enquiry form on the right side, and we will get back to you imediately with an offer for your Adventure tour.

Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Due to the various number of nationalities of our customers it is hard to unify information regarding Visa requirements. It is the responsibility of the passengers to get acquainted with visa requirements of all the countries they are travelling to or will be in transit. Make sure to get all the information from government’s foreign travel advisories, relevant authorities or contact us for help.

Can you explain the Activity level - Relaxed marked above?

On our tours marked RELAXED you will be spending 2 to 3 hours walking or cycling throughout cities, during sightseeing or hiking down the well-maintained tracks, with no steep ascents or descents. With free time in the afternoon and including Local Experiences such as typical food and wine tasting, boat rides etc. they offer great opportunity to meet, explore and experience new destinations. These tours (level of activity) do not require previous experience and are ideal for travellers who enjoy active holiday but are not in a great shape.

What is cancellation policy?

CANCELLATION BY THE GUEST

In case of cancellation by the guest, refund policy will be applied by the terms stated in the list below. The guest is obligated to send official written cancellation notice. Given refund policy will be applied from the time of receiving the notification in writing. The shown refund amount represents a percentage of the total tour price.

For cancellation up to 60 days before departure – 100% refund.
For cancellation from 59 days till 46 days before departure – 90% refund.
For cancellation from 45 days till 31 days before departure – 80% refund.
For cancellation from 30 days till 16 days before departure – 70% refund.
For cancellation from 15 days till 8 days before departure – 50% refund.
For cancellation from 7 days till the day of departure – 0% refund.

Beside all standard reasons, cancellation policy will also apply if tour participant cancel the tour with a reason that includes medical ground, visa issues, jury service etc.

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