Compare Dubrovnik & the Dalmatian Coast by Exodus Travels vs Delightful Croatia: Land And Cruise by Indus Travels

Day 1 Start Split Airport

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: Hotel Tragos (or similar)

Day 2 Explore Trogir; transfer to Split, free time in Split before a ferry ride to Korcula

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Make your way to the International Airport to check-in for your flight to Zegreb. Enjoy in-flight meals and services.

Upon arrival at Zagreb Airport, transfer to hotel and meet the tour guide.

Overnight in Zagreb 

After breakfast at hotel, we start our day with city tour of Zagreb, including the fortified Upper Town, the city's historical center, St. Mark's Church with its multicolored roof, the Cathedral, the Croatian National Theatre and the University. After the city tour drive to Plitvice, tour the Plitvice Lakes National Park on the UNESCO’s List of World Natural Heritage. Sixteen lakes, each at a different level, are joined in a series of cascading waterfalls. Surrounded by dense wood Plitvice Lakes are a natural phenomenon of a rare and unique beauty.

Overnight in Plitvice.

Today, we begin our tour for Trogir where we visit the Cathedral of St. Lawrence. Continuation to Split; city tour of Split, including the Diocletian's Palace on the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage with the Peristyle, the Jupiter's Temple and the Cathedral.

Overnight in Split.

We embark in Split, with a welcome dinner that evening.

Overnight on board

After breakfast on board we set sails for the island of Bra. Enjoy a pleasant sea-front walk and swim, if weather permits, in one of Bra’s many lovely coves and bays, and lunch on board. Our next destination is Makarska on the mainland, where we will spend the night.

Overnight on board 

We depart for the island of Korula after breakfast, with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon, we arrive at Korula, the most preserved medieval town whose street design is based on a fish bone pattern, to spend the night.

Overnight on board  

In the morning, we start sailing to Dubrovnik, stopping on the way for a swim, if weather permits. Lunch is on board, and in the afternoon, we arrive in UNESCO World Heritage listed Dubrovnik – “Pearl of the Adriatic”. We will spend the night in Dubrovnik.

Overnight on board

Departing from Dubrovnik in the morning, our sail to Mljet Island includes a stop for swimming, if weather permits, and lunch on board. Croatian “Greenes Island” will hypnotize you with its beautiful, untouched nature and its cultural heritage. We arrive in the heart of National Park – if you want to visit it, you’ll just walk to the entrance where you can purchase the ticket (EURO per person) to walk around the Great Lake and the Small Lake and join the boat ride to St. Mary Island. We will spend the night in Mljet.

Overnight on board  

In the morning, we continue our adventure by sailing to the island of Hvar, the sunniest island. We stop along the way for a relaxing swim in one of the secluded coves on Pelješac peninsula (weather permitting). Lunch on board and in the afternoon, we arrive in the town of Hvar. Apart from its unique cultural heritage, Hvar is celebrated destination for singles and families, sailboats and super-yachts. With its sunny climate, natural beauty, excellent food, wine and sports offer, Hvar has it all and that’s why it became so popular and wanted during summer time. Enjoy the evening here.

Overnight on board 

In the morning we depart for Split, stopping along the way for a relaxing swim at Boboviša bay on Bra Island, if weather permits. After lunch on board, we will spend the evening in Split.

Overnight on board

After breakfast we land in split, and transfer to international airport to catch flight back home.