Game of Thrones helped to put Croatia on the tourist map, but savvy travelers have been visiting this Balkan gem for years. Croatia is one of the most biodiverse countries in Europe. Take your pick from limestone caverns, technicolor lakes, and the paradisal Adriatic islands.
Game of Thrones helped to put Croatia on the tourist map, but savvy travelers have been visiting this Balkan gem for years. Outside of the city, Croatia is one of the most biodiverse countries in Europe. Take your pick from limestone caverns, technicolor lakes, and the paradisal Adriatic islands.
Oct 1-5, 2024: Split (4 nights)
Oct 5-9, 2024: Hvar (4 nights)
Oct 9-13, 2024: Dubrovnik (4 nights)
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Your flight to Croatia arrives today and your Croatian adventure begins!
Your international flight lands in Split today.
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Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the arrivals hall of the airport and transfer you to your hotel in a luxury vehicle.
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Check into your hotel and settle in. The afternoon is yours to explore the city.
Dining recommendations will be provided once your booking is confirmed, and reservations can be made on your behalf.
Recommendations of what to do in Split will be provided closer to the travel date.
The second-largest city in Croatia (after its capital Zagreb), Split sprawls along a peninsula, jutting dramatically into the Adriatic. As with the country’s other waterfront towns, picturesque beaches abound, but Split stands apart for its fortress-like Diocletian’s Palace, an ancient complex built in the 4th century AD. Split is easily accessible from the Croatian Islands and a good jumping off point for exploring by boat.
Why we love it for you: On the waterfront of Split, Croatia, Hotel Ambassador is a stunning 5-star property that offers travelers the perfect blend of modern luxury and Mediterranean charm. With its breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea, proximity to the bustling Riva promenade, and stylish design, this hotel is a must-visit destination for discerning travelers looking for an unforgettable experience on the Dalmatian Coast.
Today is both for your eyes and for your stomach! An ideal introduction to Croatia!
Meet your guide and driver for a private tour of Trogir and a wine tasting on Mt. Kozak.
Set within mediaeval walls, the old town of Trogir boasts well-preserved Romanesque and Renaissance buildings, which earned it a UNESCO World Heritage status. Wander around the labyrinth of cobblestone streets to the lovely waterfront promenade and admire its imposing landmarks.
At the slopes of Mt Kozjak, overlooking Split Bay, visit the boutique winery. The area has been famous for wine growing since ancient times, especially Kastelanski Crljenak, a less famous relative of Zinfandel. Indulge in wine tasting with sweeping views and delicious local bites. A chef and sommelier will take you for an exclusive gourmet experience in an exquisite food & wine pairing. In unique settings of a stone-built house, set amidst a vineyard, enjoy finest bites and wines of the region.
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Spend the morning at your leisure. In the afternoon, meet your guide for a private walking tour of Split.
This unique 1700-year-old town features a living monument of the Diocletian’s Palace, included in the UNESCO’s World Heritage list. A walk with a guide reveals the layers of history on every step and every magnificent landmark.
The majestic square of Peristil rises above the mysterious Substructures of the Palace; pretty Venetian palazzi encircle lively squares, while the colorful green market and a relaxing waterfront promenade create a cozy living room for the locals
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Stretching along the majestic Krka River canyon, the national park covers a vast area of waterfalls and gorges, offering breathtaking views and amazing sites. Begin your exploration with lunch at a local tavern overlooking the famous Roski slap. After your meal, embark on a private lake boat and enjoy your cruise to Skradinski Buk, one of the most recognizable symbols of Krka National Park. Enjoy an extraordinary experience of swimming in the vicinity of the waterfalls overlapping the cascade rocks and appreciate the moment in this mesmerizing landscape. After this stop, continue your exploration with a walk through a small ethno village, whose workshops, exhibits and watermills depict the old crafts and traditional way of life. Then take a pathway into the lush nature and immerse yourself into a real-life fairy-tale. Pristine scenery, gushing river and stunning waterfalls make an unforgettable sight of this true Croatian gem. After the tour, your guide and driver will take you back to Split.
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One of the sunniest islands in Europe, Hvar has a lovely interior filled with lavender fields, small churches and charming villages. Hikes among the fields of lavender and abandoned stone villages elicit memories of what hamlets in Tuscany and Provence must have looked like half a century ago.
This morning transfer shortly to the port and embark public speed boat ferry to Hvar.
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Upon arrival, check in to your hotel – a heritage hotel located in the heart of Hvar town. The afternoon is yours to enjoy the city!
Why we love it for you: A luxurious boutique hotel located in Hvar, Croatia, offering an unforgettable stay for those seeking elegance and sophistication. With its prime seafront location, stunning views, exceptional amenities, and personalized service, this hotel is perfect for anyone looking to indulge in the beauty and culture of the Mediterranean.
Today get ready to hit the seas!!!
Meet your skipper for a short walk to the port where your boat awaits. Hop on-board and enjoy a private motorboat cruise to Vis & Bisevo Islands.
Tiny Bisevo hides a unique natural curiosity – the shimmering Blue Grotto. Enjoy magical settings of this rare natural phenomenon in a short but sweet shared rowboat tour. Your sea adventure continues on the rugged shores of Vis Island. Until 1989 it was an army base closed for visitors, so isolation preserved the traditional way of life and pristine beauty. Wander the narrow streets of a quiet fishermen village, bathe in the spectacular Stiniva Bay and indulge in a quintessential Mediterranean experience. Later in the afternoon, cruise back to Hvar.
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Enjoy a day at leisure in the amazing island of Hvar. Recommendations for things to enjoy during your independent time will be provided.
Today enjoy a private hike with a guide.
Meet your active guide for a private hiking tour along the picture-perfect coast of Hvar.
The 11-km long trail takes you through pine forest, secluded bays and olive groves to the charming seaside village of Milna. From there head uphill to Malo Grablje village. Deserted by its residents in the 1960s in favor of Milna, today it’s a quirky open-air museum of a world gone by. Enjoy a traditional lunch in a local tavern and a touch of the past before transferring back to Hvar town.
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Enjoy your evening at leisure.
This morning, embark a public speed boat ferry to Korčula. Upon arrival at the Korčula port, meet a driver for a private transfer to Dubrovnik along the Peljesac Peninsula.
Board a direct fast catamaran to Korčula and enjoy the breeze as you swoop past the Dalmatian islands.
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Visit the small coastal town of Ston. Once an important military fort of the Dubrovnik Republic, it features impressive 5 km-long medieval walls and 4000-years old saltpans.
The Mali Ston bay is also famous for a succulent oyster delicacy! Enjoy a private oyster farm tour with a local farmer, learn how the oysters are grown and taste them fresh from the sea!
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This afternoon you are bound to visit one of the best wine-growing regions in Croatia. The rugged terrain and rocky coastline create a dramatic backdrop to the cultivation of centuries-old vines in the “Croatian Napa Valley”. In Ponikve village visit the family-run winery of a local winemaker. A charismatic owner, passionate about their wines, makes some of the best organic wines in Croatia in a traditional way. Take an exciting tour around the vineyards, followed by wine tasting of their best local wines.
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Afterwards continue the ride to Dubrovnik and your hotel.
Why we love it for you: With a long-standing tradition dating back to 1913, this member of the SLH is an iconic landmark hotel. Housed in a former royal villa and facing the majestic Dubrovnik ramparts, the Excelsior enjoys the most enviable location in the town. Spectacular seaside settings, nonchalant elegance of its sumptuously designed rooms and flawless service make it a prime Dubrovnik luxury address.
This morning, explore the historic city of Dubrovnik with a local guide!
Famed for its sheer beauty, glorious history of a one-time republic and majestic ramparts, Dubrovnik righteously bears the title of the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. Admire famous landmarks that make it an open-air museum and a UNESCO site. Quaint Franciscan monastery hides Europe’s oldest pharmacy; Rector’s Palace honours the mighty dukes of Dubrovnik and the baroque Church of St Blaise celebrates the town’s patron-saint. No visit to Dubrovnik would be complete without a walk around the city walls, one of the best-preserved ramparts in the Mediterranean. The uninterrupted flow of walls, almost 2 km in length, offers a glance of the old town from a completely different angle and spectacular views of the shimmering Adriatic.
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Dubrovnik anchors the southernmost region of the Croatian coast and lies just a stone’s throw from the border with Montenegro. The medieval Old City, surrounded by its famous fortified walls, stands at its center, and nearby beaches offer pristine Adriatic waters and gentle tides.
This morning, wake up in Dubrovnik and embrace a day at leisure, armed with our best recommendations!
You may wish to go kayaking, hiking or take the cable car to a viewpoint — either way, we've got you covered!
Take a step away from the tourism and grandeur of Dubrovnik, you'll get to really sink into Croatian traditions of the Konavle Valley through food.
Meet your guide and driver for a private tour of Konavle, the Dubrovnik countryside. In bucolic settings, green hills incline down to cozy coves and small fishermen villages.
Take a walk in the peaceful town of Cavtat, along the scenic waterfront promenade and to its most impressive landmark – the Mausoleum of Racic Family. In the village of Cilipi enjoy a private cooking lesson with a local family on their humble rural estate. With scents of local cuisine, learn how to make peka - the traditional Dalmatian specialty!
Share this unforgettable meal with your host family at a beautiful table on the estate before returning to your hotel.
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This day marks the end of your Croatian adventure, full of happy times and memories to take back home! A private driver will take you to the airport for your flight back home.
This morning after breakfast, check out and meet your driver in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport.
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Your international flight departs from Dubrovnik airport today.
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