Dalmatian Highlights (Split - Dubrovnik)

Day 1 Split
Welcome to Split! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred from the airport to your hotel. The rest of the day will be at leisure to explore Croatia’s second largest city. Having evolved from the ruins of the remarkable Diocletian’s Palace, Split has a long and interesting history. Book an optional private walking tour of Split's Old Town to learn more. If you would like to explore further, we recommend taking a walk beyond the Old Town to Marjan Hill for views over the city and harbour.

Stay at: Hotel Kastel 1700 (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Splendida Palace (4 star), Plaza Marchi Heritage Hotel (4 star) or similar

Day 2 Split - Hvar
Perhaps drop in at the markets this morning and buy some local fruit, before being taken to the port for your catamaran to Hvar Island. A hot spot for travellers from around the world, the cosmopolitan Hvar Town offers trendy bars mixed with Venetian architecture, a Renaissance cathedral and Turkish ramparts. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax at the hotel or begin your explorations of this lively town where there is an abundance of restaurants, bars and cafes.

Stay at: Hotel Pharos (4 star) or similar
Stay at: Hotel Amfora (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3 Hvar
The island of Hvar is known as the sunniest spot in Croatia and is blessed with mild climates and pleasant temperatures all year round. You have a full day to discover the local beaches or perhaps take an optional day trip to the Blue and Green Caves.

Stay at: Hotel Pharos (4 star) or similar
Stay at: Hotel Amfora (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4 Hvar - Dubrovnik
Transfer to the pier to embark on the catamaran to take you to Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic! Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Begin your explorations of the Old Town with a stroll down the ‘Stradum’, marvelling at the architecture and perhaps visit the Rector's Palace or the Franciscan Monastery with its 14th-century Pharmacy. You can also book an optional guided sightseeing tour to discover more about the fascinating history behind the facades. Don't leave without walking the impressive city walls and fortifications - a highlight of the stay!

Stay at: Hotel Vis (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Hotel Lapad (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5 Dubrovnik
A full day to explore the Old Town further or its surroundings. Outside the walls, you can take the cable car up to Mt Srd, or visit Fort Lovrijenac where parts of Game of Thrones were filmed or explore the area of Lapad including its beaches. Another lovely way to spend the day is a trip to nearby Lokrum island to see its beautiful botanical gardens and beaches.

Stay at: Hotel Vis (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Hotel Lapad (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6 Dubrovnik
After breakfast, a departure transfer will take you to Dubrovnik airport, port or bus station, for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast