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Explore Croatia
8 days • 4.8
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58 reviews
8 days
Start
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Finish
Split, Croatia
Trip Code
ZMSF
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
3 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Transport
Ferry, Public bus, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hostel (2 nights), Hotel (1 night), Private Apartment (4 nights)
From £1,473(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Discover the undisputed jewel of the Dalmatian Coast in Dubrovnik and maybe cruise to Lokrum Island where a botanical garden, Benedictine monastery and excellent swimming spots await.
Indulge in specialty foods, local wine and local swimming spots on the island of Korcula – a quiet escape full of vineyards, olive groves and sleepy villages.
Spend a full day exploring the green island of Mljet – with its small seaside villages, lush national park trails, shimmering waters and largely untouched environment, you’ll never want to leave!
Wander through the renaissance architecture, beautiful beaches and natural landscapes of Hvar Island and sample some excellent Dalmatian cuisine.
Unwind in Split with a walk along the waterfront promenade and take time to explore the impressive ruins of Diocletian's Palace.
Is this trip right for you?
Please be aware that the Croatian coast is very hilly and mountainous, which means lots of steps are an inherent feature of the landscape. You will have to be able to easily lift your luggage and carry it up and down stairs and inclines. Also, stone streets become very slippery when wet. Some people may find Croatia's topography very demanding.
Summer temperatures can be extreme in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Additionally, please be aware that July, August and the first half of September is high season along the Croatian coast, which means that the local infrastructure is under a lot of pressure with a lot of people in the towns we visit. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together.
On the islands of Korcula and Hvar, we are staying in private apartments that locals rent out during the summer months. These are in various buildings spread across town, but all are within a 15-minute walk of the main square. The apartments are not hotels, which means there's no reception, room service or daily cleaning service, no televisions or washing machines, but plenty of charm. They differ in layout and facilities, can vary in size, and most don't have air-conditioning or wi-fi. The individual rooms are allocated on a same-gender, twin-share basis. However, the apartments are allocated on a mixed-gender basis, so you’ll be sharing a two or three-room apartment with the other group members. We try to use apartments with rooms that include private facilities. On rare occasions, apartments may only have one bathroom to be shared between the group members staying in the same apartment. In this case, if you've booked a single supplement, you'll be allocated a single room, but you'll share the bathroom with the group.
On this trip, you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag. Although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight to 15 kg (33 lb).
Itinerary
Follow the Dalmatian coast on an adventure from Dubrovnik to Split
Discover the true heart and soul of Croatia with an eight-day seaside exploration of some of the Dalmatian Coast’s finest locations. Walk the walls of the Old Town of Dubrovnik, island hop between Korcula, Mljet and Hvar and wander the harbourside of Split. Sampling regional specialties and local wine along the way, your Croatian discovery is full of nature and relaxation. See the white stone villages that dot the coast, sample local produce and learn about local history – all on the turquoise waters of the Adriatic. Get ready to explore Croatia’s sparkling highlights and live like the locals.
Inclusions
Meals
3 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Transport
Ferry, Public bus, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hostel (2 nights), Hotel (1 night), Private Apartment (4 nights)
Included activities
Dubrovnik - Dubrovnik Card (1 day local transport and entry to sites)
Dubrovnik - City Walls Walk
Korcula Island hike
Authentic dinner at Zrnovo village family owned restaurant
Mljet Island - Day Trip to Mljet Island National Park
Mljet Island - St Mary Island Benedictine Monastery
Hop on hop off boat taxi ticket
Split - City Walking Tour with Local Guide
Split - Diocletian's Palace
Optional activities
Dubrovnik - Hike up Mt Srd - Free
Dubrovnik - Church of St. Blaise - Free
Dubrovnik - Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence - EUR4
Dubrovnik - Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure - EUR69
Dubrovnik - Mt Srd Cable Car - EUR27
Dubrovnik - War Photography Museum - EUR10
Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace - EUR13
Dubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery - EUR4
Dubrovnik - Lokrum Island Boat Trip - EUR30
Korcula - Traditional Moreska Dance Performance - EUR18
Korcula – City Museum - EUR6
Korcula - Wine tasting at local winery - EUR20
Korcula – Hop on hop off boat - EUR20
Hvar Island - Spanjola Fortress - EUR7
Hvar Island - St Stephen’s Cathedral - EUR2
Split - Cellars of the Diocletian's Palace - EUR8
Split - Fish Market - Free
Split – Highlights of Split Urban Adventure - EUR64
Split - Marjan Hill Hike - Free
Split - St Domnius Cathedral and Tower - EUR10
Split - Ethnographic Museum - EUR3
Split - City Museum - EUR4
Split - Gallery of Fine Arts - EUR5
Split - Ivan Mestrovic Gallery - EUR12
Split - Archaeological Museum - EUR8
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is bookable for this trip, subject to availability. Please also note that due to the small properties we use in Europe there is only a limited amount of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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LINDA
May 15, 2025
This was a trip with myself and two adult daughters. It was a fabulous trip, great organization, and great leader. We liked the amount of organized tour of the cities and the amount of free time, it was perfect!
Megan
May 15, 2025
Intrepid tours are a great way to experience the culture of a destination while being part of a small group tour.
Maria
Nov 28, 2024
Wow - amazing trip in Croatia with some magic times and memories. Thank you to our guide Dušan Tosic
Kate
Sep 23, 2024
A wonderful experience seeing some of the highlights of Croatia. Great activities, wonderful food, and our tour leader Mirna was amazing!
Daisy
Sep 18, 2024
Trip was great. Bashkim was super helpful. Islands were beautiful and Dubronik/Split were amazing. Transportation was arranged well and accommodations were satisfactory. Travel mates were very welcoming and enjoyed our time together.
Melineh
Sep 18, 2024
Explore Croatia was the perfect balance between experience and relaxation. We saw multiple islands, but also had enough "free" or "down" time between tours and experiences to venture out on our own, shop, walk, grab a coffee and get lost. This is the perfect trip for a balance of exploration and relaxation, highly recommend.
Kirstin
Jun 08, 2024
Review for Croatia- Dubrovnik to Split. Amazing tour, Croatia is so scenic. Spending 3 days in the islands was beautiful and fun. Tour guide Daniela was so friendly, helpful, and organized!
Vicky
May 18, 2024
I would recommend this trip. It is a great way to see some of the highlights of Croatia. The trip included lots of activities and had a mixture of time with the group and free time. The tour guide, Bashkim was very enthusiastic and passionate about his country, I learnt a lot from him.
Donna
Oct 30, 2023
This was my first trip with Intrepid and i will recomend them to traveling friends. Good places wiyh a fun knowagable guide makes a good trip.
Loan
Oct 24, 2023
This trip was amazing. Our guide Petar was so knowledgeable about local Croatian culture. His knowledge as a historian was apparent. He’s so positive and fun. We saw so many great places. I would highly recommend this trip and itinerary with Petar.
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