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Croatia Adventure

  • 6 Days
  • 18 People Max

    5 - 18 guests

  • Activity Level 3
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  • Trip Start: Split, Croatia
  • Trip End: Dubrovnik, Croatia
Croatia Dalmatian Coast Adventure Tour

Sea kayak in pristine waters, bike through medieval towns, and embrace vibrant Mediterranean culture on our Croatia Adventure.

You've likely seen pictures of the Dalmatian Coast, with orange-roofed houses dotting magnificent coastlines and beauty stretching beyond where the eye can see. Explore the best of it on our 6-day Croatia Adventure. After meeting your fellow travelers in Split, you'll board a ferry and head to Hvar Island. Your home for the next few nights, you'll enjoy biking through stunning Venetian Renaissance architecture, sea kayaking around the Pakleni Otoci islands and sampling local food. Next, take a private boat to Korčula island, where spectacular views of the Adriatic sea await. Bike through olive groves, snorkel in the warm Mediterranean waters and relax over wine-tasting at a local vineyard. If you're ready for a true hiking vacation, hop aboard our Croatia Dalmatian Coast Adventure Tour.

   This trip is operated by Active Adventures.

Croatia Adventure ~ Itinerary

Trip Start: Split, Croatia Trip End: Dubrovnik, Croatia
  • Day 1Ferry to Hvar Island, cycle Jelsa and Vrboska

  • Day 2Sea kayak the peaceful Pakleni Otoci Islands

  • Day 3Cycle Korcula Island

  • Day 4Hike Kocje nature preserve & explore Korcula Town

  • Day 5Buggy safari on Lumbarda beach, snorkel and wine tasting

  • Day 6Head back to Dubrovnik, depart for home

  • Day 1

    Ferry to Hvar Island, cycle Jelsa and Vrboska

    We meet in the morning in Split before we ferry to beautiful Hvar Island, disembarking at the quaint harbor town of Stari Grad, home to the fortified Tvrdalj castle, the impressively restored Bianchini Palace and a Dominican monastery. Mount up and pedal to Jelsa, admiring the octagonal Renaissance Church of Saint John and the turquoise, pine-fringed waters of Mina Bay and Grebisce. Continue on to Vrboska, also known as “Little Venice” for its plethora of small bridges. Explore the sixteenth-century church of Saint Mary of Charity and the Renaissance works of Veronese and Bassano at the Church of Saint Lawrence. Finish your ride in Hvar, whose long waterfront promenade, yacht-lined quays, traffic-free marble streets, and tasteful harbor-front bars and cafés offer the perfect retreats for relaxing and people watching. Explore beautifully ornamented Gothic palaces, a Franciscan cloister, and a historic arsenal before climbing to a Spanish fort for spectacular views of the city at sunset. This evening we gather for a festive welcome dinner.

    Hotel Adriana, Hvar (Lunch, Dinner)

    Biking: Up to 43.5 kilometers (up to 27 miles, easy to moderately strenuous

  • Day 2

    Sea kayak the peaceful Pakleni Otoci Islands

    This morning we set off to explore the peaceful Pakleni Otoci Islands by sea kayak. Scattered off the southwest coast of Hvar and blanketed in the low pine forest, the archipelago originally derived its name from the native paklina, a pine resin once used as a ship sealant. Paddle the idyllic bays of Marinkovac Island and savor the ubiquitous scent of pine, lavender, and rosemary as you coast along the sandy beach at Sv. Klement Island. This evening, enjoy a cooking class and dinner at a local restaurant and try your hand at a Croatian specialty such as Cevapi (spiced sausages) with ajvar sauce, mussels, and black risotto.

    Hotel Adriana, Hvar (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

    Kayaking: 3.5 hours including lunch, easy

  • Day 3

    Cycle Korcula Island

    Travel by private boat from Hvar Town to Vela Luka on Korcula Island for a day of biking. Set on a tiny peninsula on the Peljesac channel, Korcula was first home to Slavic pirates who used the island as a base from which to attack passing ships; in the year 1000, it was taken over by Venice, marking the start of an 800-year on-and-off Venetian rule. Today, the island is renowned for its gorgeous, white quarried stone, countless secluded bays, small, uninhabited islands, and breathtaking views. Make a stop in Smokvica to enjoy lunch as a group. Explore several small villages on today’s ride, which culminates in the medieval walled town of Korcula, whose Old Quarter boasts a harmonious mix of 15th-century Gothic and 16th-century Renaissance trimmings. Visit the home of Marco Polo, Saint Mark’s Cathedral with paintings by Tintoretto, the Town Museum, and the Byzantine Icon Museum. Feast on some fresh and authentic Croatian seafood tonight at Restaurant Riblji.

    Hotel Liburna, Korcula (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

    Biking: Up to 48 kilometers (up to 30 miles)

  • Day 4

    Hike Kocje nature preserve & explore Korcula Town

    Today we'll travel to the village of Zrnovo where our hike begins through Mediterranean vegetation and along centuries-old stone walls. As we enter the Kocje nature preserve the landscape changes from fields to lush Croatian Oak forests, a canyon with dolomitic rock formations, and a cave with natural spring water. We then make our way along the picturesque Peljesac peninsula to a farm-to-table restaurant for lunch. After, you'll have the rest of the afternoon to enjoy Korcula and even go for a swim in the Adriatic if you please. Dinner this evening is on your own.

    Hotel Liburna, Korcula (Breakfast, Lunch)

  • Day 5

    Buggy safari on Lumbarda beach, snorkel and wine tasting

    Today we start with an exciting buggy safari heading for Lumbarda beach. Follow your guides along the coastal gravel roads above Lumbarda and Zrnovo villages, pausing to admire the spectacular views and to swim and snorkel in two hidden bays. Admire the tranquil waters and look for wildlife as you enjoy lunch on the boat. Enjoy a wine tasting before making your way back to Korcula Town by bike. This evening we gather for a delectable farewell dinner.

    Hotel Liburna, Korcula (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

    Biking: Up to 33.8 kilometers (up to 21 miles), easy
    Diving/Snorkeling: Snorkel two hidden bays

  • Day 6

    Head back to Dubrovnik, depart for home

    Enjoy one last breakfast before you are transferred to the Dubrovnik airport or Dubrovnik town. Most will opt to spend a night in Dubrovnik to explore its picturesque town center which has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    No Accommodation (Breakfast)

    Notes: *Trip itineraries are subject to change without notice due to road, weather and other factors outside of our control, for the safety and enjoyment of our guests, as deemed necessary and appropriate.

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Where does the trip start?

On the first morning of the trip, our two pick-up locations are Hotel Luxe in Split at 7:30am or the Split ferry at 8:00am. You are welcome to stay at any hotel in Split for your pre-night, but you must get to the pick-up point at the pre-designated time.

Where does the trip end?

Your trip ends with a drop-off at either the Dubrovnik Airport in time for flights below or a hotel of your choice in Central Dubrovnik around 12pm.

What flights would you recommend?

Arrival: We recommend arriving in Split at least the day before your trip starts. Many guests like to arrive a day or two early to accommodate potential flight delays and/or explore the host city prior to your trip start.

Departure: Flying out on the last day of the trip, we recommend departing from Dubrovnik after 2pm. Earlier flight times will require a separate transfer booked at your own expense.

How do rooming arrangements work?

Trip prices are based on shared arrangements (typically two guests per room), unless otherwise stated. For solo travellers, we’ll pair you with another person of the same gender to share rooms and if there’s no one suitable to share with, there’s no forced single supplement. However, if you specifically request your own rooms, you can opt to pay the single supplement. Solo travellers who book within 90 days of departure, where there are no other solo travellers willing to share, will be required to pay the single supplement. 

For Family Vacation bookings, families consisting of four guests traveling with children aged 17 and under will be automatically assigned one shared room. However, the following alternative rooming allocations are available:

  • Families consisting of four guests with all children aged 13 and above are welcome to opt for additional rooms as per advertised double occupancy adult rates.
  • Families consisting of four guests with at least one child aged 12 and under are automatically assigned a shared room. However, families can opt to pay the adult rates for all guests in their family to have an additional room.
  • The same principles apply for families consisting of more than four guests.

Rooming preferences are subject to availability and must be communicated in writing at time of booking. Automatic assignments as per this policy will be applied in the absence of any specification provided by guests. Any request for additional rooms during trips will be at guests’ own expense and subject to rates made available by the accommodation provider at the time. All minors (guests aged 17 and under) must be accompanied by at least one adult.

Is tipping expected in Europe?

Tipping is not expected in Europe however you might want to tip a little extra if you feel someone gave really fantastic service, but it's not really necessary. Many of our people also choose to tip their Active Adventures Europe trip leaders and local guides and we recommend USD$20 per day, per guest, per Trip Leader/guide.

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