Dubrovnik & the Dalmatian Coast

Dubrovnik & the Dalmatian Coast

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Dubrovnik & the Dalmatian Coast

8 Days Starting in Trogir and ending in Dubrovnik

Visiting: Split, Korcula, Mljet Island, Dubrovnik

Tour operator:

Exodus Adventure Travels

Tour code:

ADD

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

4 - 18

Physical rating:

Easy & Moderate

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2620 $2096 Operator discount: -$524 -20%

NB: Prices correct on 04-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

With impressive architecture and some of the best scenery in Europe, the Dalmatian Coast is a destination to rival any. So spend a relaxed week taking in the best of this striking coastal region. We start by exploring the UNESCO-listed cities of Split and nearby Trogir, before sampling island life on beautiful Korcula. We complete our trip with three nights in Dubrovnik, possibly the best preserved Renaissance town in the world, with a jumble of narrow streets and red-tiled roofs tucked tightly within the city walls.

Highlights

  • Visit the UNESCO-listed cities of Split, Trogir and Dubrovnik

  • Enjoy a catamaran ride to Mljet National Park

  • Sample wines produced on the island of Korcula and the Peljesac Peninsula

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Start Split Airport

Location: Split

Accommodation Name: Hotel Tragos (or similar)

The adventure starts our hotel in the UNESCO-listed town of Trogir, a 10-minute drive from Split Airport. We’ll be staying in the atmospheric old walled part of town.Accommodation: Villa Fontana (or similar)

Day 2 : Explore Trogir; Transfer To Split, Free Time In Split Before A Ferry Ride To Korcula

Karel Jiříček
Sandra Blagojevic
Josipa KL

Location: Korcula

Accommodation Name: Hotel Borik (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

We look around Trogir in the early morning before a short transfer to Split, another Unesco-listed city. There will be free time in the beautiful old centre before we catch a catamaran in the late afternoon to Korcula island (approximately 2hr to 2hr 30min).



The medieval walled town here, reputedly the birthplace of Marco Polo, is often described as a mini-Dubrovnik. Like the larger city, it is a warren of small lanes and alleys: a great place to explore and a photographer's paradise. After, we take a short transfer to the village of Lumbarda, where our hotel is situated.



Accommodation: Hotel Borik (or similar)

Day 3 : Circular Walk Around Lumbarda Village And Wine Tasting

Karel Jiříček
Sandra Blagojevic
Josipa KL

Location: Korcula

Accommodation Name: Hotel Borik (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

It's time to stretch our legs and roam the surrounding area of Lumbarda. We walk through vineyards and olive groves and admire beautiful beaches, where we can stop for a drink or a quick swim. We also visit the renowned Grk winery to sample local wines. In the evening, we transfer to Korcula town for dinner.



Accommodation: Hotel Borik (or similar)

Day 4 : Travel By Boat To Mljet Island; Walk To The Peak Of Montokuc For Panoramic Views

Location: Mljet Island

Accommodation Name: Hotel Borik (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we transfer to Korcula in time for the catamaran to Mljet Island, whose national park status has ensured limited development. The island is a tranquil place to walk, cloaked in forest, and dotted with tiny hamlets. Our goal today is the peak of Montokuc (840ft/256m), which offers panoramic views of the beautiful Dalmatian Coast, and to enjoy a picnic lunch on the island, before returning to our Korcula hotel. The path on the way up to Montokuc is rocky, good walking shoes are required to walk this route. Those who do not wish to walk up Montokuc can take a flat circular walk around the lake, have a swim and enjoy a drink overlooking the water.



If the catamaran cannot operate due to bad weather, there are alternative excursions, or we will stay on Korcula island and visit Vela Spilja, one of the most important prehistoric archaeological sites in Europe.



Accommodation: Hotel Borik (or similar)

Day 5 : Ferry To Mainland; Visit Ston En Route To Dubrovnik

Location: Dubrovnik

Accommodation Name: Hotel Splendid (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we transfer to the port and take a 15-minute ferry ride to the Peninsula Peljesac. Upon arrival, we drive along a scenic mountain road with views of the coast and vineyards. We stop at a farm and enjoy a local olive and produce tasting just next to the old town of Ston.



In Ston, we recommend walking up the magnificent old walls that overlook the town – the view from the top is fantastic. The town is also a seafood hotspot, the mussels and oysters here are among the best in the country. After, we transfer about 37mi (60km) to Dubrovnik where we have the rest of the day to relax. In the evening, we can go into the old town for dinner and a wander.



Accommodation: Hotel Splendid (or similar)

Day 6 : Dubrovnik City Tour

Location: Dubrovnik

Accommodation Name: Hotel Splendid (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

We enjoy a full day in the remarkable old city of Dubrovnik, which includes visits to the Rector's Palace and the Franciscan Monastery. Dubrovnik exudes old-world charm with a location right on the Adriatic, fine religious buildings surrounded by heavily fortified walls, and a jumble of red-tiled roofs.



The cobblestone streets of the old town, or Stari Grad, feature fountains, churches, palaces and museums – all built from the same light-coloured stone. There are no motor vehicles in the city but the streets come alive at night as locals and visitors stroll along Stradun, the main street.



Following the walking tour, you have time to walk along the city walls: this is optional and costs approximately €35 for entrance (or is included in the Dubrovnik Card).



Accommodation: Hotel Splendid (or similar)

Day 7 : Free Day To Relax In Dubrovnik, Or Take An Optional Trip To Lokrum And Explore The Surrounding Area

Location: Dubrovnik

Accommodation Name: Hotel Splendid (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

We have a free day today. Relax in the many eateries or chill on the beach. Alternatively, enjoy an optional visit to Lokrum Island; a 20-minute boat ride will take you from the Old Town port to this beautiful green island, home to a botanic garden full of exotic plants. Bring your swimming costume and a good book – after your stroll, you will definitely want to enjoy a swim in the Adriatic.



Accommodation: Hotel Splendid (or similar)

Day 8 : End Dubrovnik

Location: Dubrovnik

Meals Included: Breakfast

The trip ends in Dubrovnik after breakfast. If you’d like a little more time to explore this fascinating city, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.

What's Included

  • Seven breakfasts and one picnic lunch

  • All accommodation

  • All transport and listed activities

  • Tour leader throughout

  • Wine tasting in Lumbarda

  • Olive and produce tasting on Peninsula Peljesac

  • Free group arrival and departure transfers available

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

  • Single accommodation (available on request)

  • Local bus tickets in Dubrovnik

  • Visas or vaccinations

Food

All breakfasts and one picnic lunch are included.



For breakfast, expect a continental-style buffet with cold meat, cheeses, bread, eggs, jams, and pastries, plus tea and coffee.



The Dalmatian Coast is dotted with mussel farms and fishing boats, and the seafood along the coast and on the islands is amazing. You will also find grilled lamb, pizza, pasta and salads, and influences from central Europe, Italy, and the Balkans.

Accommodation

On this cultural trip in Croatia, we normally stay in two- and three-star hotels. Our accommodations are well-located for our adventures and close to a variety of restaurants, allowing you to indulge in the local cuisine. Below are the hotels we typically use.



Trogir: Villa Fontana (night 1)







This 15-bedroom hotel has a prime location in the UNESCO-listed old town of Trogir, a five-minute walk from the Church of Saint Barbara and Park Eks Fanfogna. The rooms are modern and clean with free-to-use toiletries.



Korcula: Hotel Borik (nights 2-4) 







For our three nights in Korcula, we stay in a family-run hotel in the quaint fishing village of Lumbarda. Be sure to pack your swimming costume, as there is a pool you can enjoy at the end of the day. It’s open seasonally, which may mean it’s closed for early and late season departures; thankfully, there’s a pebble beach 655ft (200m) from the hotel if you’re keen to swim.



Dubrovnik: Hotel Splendid (nights 5-7) 







Our final nights of the trip are spent at the aptly named Hotel Splendid. The highlight may well be the hotel beach, where you can enjoy a refresher at the beach bar with views of Uvala Bay and, with good timing and a bit of luck, a beautiful sunset. There’s also a beachside restaurant serving traditional Dalmatian dishes.



Worth knowing 



Additional accommodation can be booked, subject to availability, at our hotels in Trogir or Dubrovnik, either before or after the trip. Prices are available from your sales representative. 

Some hotels we use don’t have lifts.  

On rare occasions in Trogir, we may need to split the group between several small hotels. All hotels are of equal quality and are situated within 165ft (50m) of each other. 

If you opt for the single supplement, please note that in some hotels, this may mean having a single bed, rather than double. If you would like to upgrade to a double bedded room this is subject to availability at an extra charge.

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  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    International flights are not included with this tour.

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    We are happy to assist with pre and post tour accommodation. Please enquire for detailed information.

  • Who is Exodus Travels?

    At Exodus Travels, we've been exploring the world for nearly 50 years. From Walking and Trekking, Cultural and Cycling, Responsible Wildlife, to Polar and our new Premium Adventures, we are proud to offer award-winning small group and self-guided tours to 100+ countries worldwide.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    16+ age people can go on this tour.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    If you would like to be paired with a tour member of the same gender, there is no additional charge. A single supplement can be requested if you would like your own room.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Wonderfully surprised!

I have never been to Croatia and did not know what to expect and was wonderfully surprised! It is a beautiful country with so much history and natural beauty. There is a lot of Italian architectures, beautiful beaches and history. The walks were gentle walks except went walking up the peak of Montokuc on Mljet Island which is challenging but there are other things to do on the Island. The food was amazing and produce locally. There is a good choice of vegetarian and vegan meals. I would definitely recommend this trip as it’s a nice introduction to Croatia.

DUBROVNIK & THE DALMATIAN COAST

Sunshine and laughter, warm seas, cold beers.  Peaceful idyllic islands, hectic Dubrovnik.  Cutural, classic and unhurried.

Beautiful country

Never visited before can’t wait to come back, gorgeous architecture, lovely people .

Relaxed itinerary but plenty to do

This was the most relaxed itinerary of any Exodus holiday I've been on. No early morning starts or long journeys, yet we managed to pack a lot in, I think due to this trip focusing on a limited geographic area. Three nights in each of two hotels. I enjoyed the variety of the trip. Split and Dubrovnik are 'must sees', but it was good to escape the cruise crowds with two visits to nature reserves on islands, and the smaller town of Trogir was lively and picturesque enough without being overwhelmingly busy.

Awe inspiring

You start this trip in Trogir, a 10 minute bus ride from Split airport, and no matter what time you arrive on the first day you are sure to recieve a warm welcome! The accommodation throughout the trip is excellent. Staying mainly in small family run hotels/ b&bs but a larger hotel chain in Lapad Bay in Dubrovnik. Vanja our tour leader was exceptional. She made she we were all clear on the itinerary and had us all organised for the transfers and group activities. There's a great mix of organised fun, and time to explore or relax as desired. Everywhere you go in Croatia there seems to be another incredible view or piece of history . Throughly recommend this trip to anyone wanting to explore Croatia. My top tips: take cash, and quite a lot of it! No-where really takes card so we all had a dash to ATMs which charge around 5 euros a time. If you're planning on walking up Montokuc ( which is optional) take sturdy walking shoes and poles will be helpful. Get the 3 day dubrovnik pass! Saves you a fortune in dubrovnik and it'll save you a lot of time getting the bus ( included in the pass) between the hotel and the old town.

DUBROVNIK & THE DALMATIAN COAST

A great trip with stunning scenery, genuinely helpful and friendly locals & an excellent tour leader (Krsto).

DUBROVNIK & THE DALMATIAN COAST

Our first Exodus experience exceeded expectations and provided a superb introduction to Croatia and the cities, countryside and culture of the Dalmatian Coast. An ideal mixture of city tours, countryside walks, free time and jolly evening meals with the "team".

DUBROVNIK & THE DALMATIAN COAST

Varied and relaxing holiday in a beautiful part of the world.  We managed to fit a lot in without being ridiculously busy - plenty of time to do our own thing.

Great varied trip, sightseeing, steps, history, steps, marvellous scenery, nature and walks

This was an interesting and varied trip with a wonderful variety of sights, history, walks and scenery. The pace was great, I like the 2/3 nights in a hotel format. There were an awful lot of steps involved, I don't just mean walking I mean up and down sightseeing. Fine for most but maybe worth mentioning. Also the gravelly surface on the up hill part of the Mljet walk in heat made it a more than gentle walk! Trainers were perfectly fine, not walking boot terrain really, walking pole may have helped. The Korkula walk has a bit of a rocky scramble in one tiny section. The guide Dino, was wonderful, enthusiastic, helpful, compassionate and easy company. Great restaurant Marco Polo in Korcula and for a light lunch in Dubrovnik Oliva Pizzeria, lovely Greek salad and cold beer! Watch out for prices in Dubrovnik, we found a huge difference for coffees, lemon etc. Walk the Dubrovnik walls early, we were on them by 8.30, by the time we were off them about 2 hours later (we wandered and took photos and time) there was a steady stream climbing the entrance steps, and it was hot...early May! That's it....great trip...go ahead and book it.

DUBROVNIK & THE DALMATIAN COAST

Everything we expected and more. The Dalmatian Coast really is beautiful and this is a great introduction to the coast, country and towns. 

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