Dalmatian Coast, Islands to Zadar: 8-Nights

Welcome to Dubrovnik, the Pearl of Adriatic and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Meet with your driver at the airport for your private transfer to your hotel and check in. Hotel amenities will help you to relax and rejuvenate. Please talk to your local host if you wish to make any dinner reservations. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

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Accommodation: Hotel Excelsior (5*)

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Meals Provided: N/A

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After breakfast meeting with the local guide for Dubrovnik walking tour. Local guide will take you to the most wonderful and hidden streets of the Dubrovnik. Explore Dubrovnik City Walls and enjoy a unique view of the Old Town (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE) of Dubrovnik including its narrow streets and small squares, shop on the Stradun Street...After exploring the Old city of Dubrovnik board to the cable car and on the way to Mount Srđ enjoy spectacular views off Old Town Dubrovnik, while climbing the 778m slope to the top. Upon arrival to the top it’s time for a photo taking session, the upper station has two panoramic terraces equipped with binocular telescopes, a snack bar, a panoramic restaurant, a souvenir shop and more. Watch as the city's terracotta tiled roofs and medieval walls give way to reveal the picturesque harbour and crystal clear Adriatic coastline with its many islands.Overnight in Dubrovnik.

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Accommodation: Hotel Excelsior (5*)

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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After breakfast meeting with the captain at the reception desk, embark on a yacht and cruise next to Elafiti islands, to NP Mljet. Half the island is National Park and stunningly beautiful with thick green forests of Aleppo pine encircling the two inland salt water lakes. The lakes, Malo Jezero (small lake) and Veliko Jezero (big lake), are interlinked and connect to the sea by a shallow tidal canal. In the middle of Veliko Jezero is the picturesque island of Saint Mary, home to a small 12th century Benedictine monastery. Upon arrival to Mljet meet your friendly guide who will show you all the beauty of the island. The tour will end in a tavern with amazing meal of fresh seafood prepared especially for you.After lunch in NP Mljet continue cruise to Island Korčula, one of the greenest islands in the Adriatic Sea. Rich in vineyards, olive groves and small villages, and harboring a glorious old town, the island of Korčula is the sixth-largest Adriatic island. The island itself is rich in art and culture, as well as beautiful nature such as numerous tiny and secluded beaches and bays, small and uninhabited islands and breathtaking views. The main town on the island is also named Korcula. Korcula Town is a typical medieval walled Dalmatian city, with its round defensive towers and cluster of red-roofed houses. Explore famous Old City of Korčula. In the early evening we are taking you to a local farm Maha for dinner. Food at Maha is homemade, prepared from fresh good quality ingredients, the atmosphere is tranquil, people are friendly and kind, decor is eye soothing, and there is an overall relaxing feeling lingering around the place. This genuine Mediterranean ambient has even enchanted some famous guests, such as Bill Gates or Bernie Eccelstone. The owner, Ivan Maha, is great friend of our agency, you will get the best treatment there is ☺ Enjoy. After dinner in ranch Maha get back to your yacht for overnight. Overnight on the yacht in Korcula.

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Accommodation: Private Yacht

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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After breakfast embark on a boat and cruise to Hvar, the sunniest island in Croatia, a visual feast for lovers of architecture and it looks like "an open air gallery" for every style which is waiting to be discovered. Enjoy the view of numerous picturesque and intact beaches and bays and virgin nature. Very rich historical and cultural inheritance, the scents of lavender, olive trees and wine are the reasons that island Hvar welcomes more and more tourists each year. Upon arrival to Hvar free time to explore city on your own. *Optional wine tour available of the island Hvar. After exploring the city of Hvar cruise to Split, the second largest city of Croatia. Without hiding their pride, the people of Split will tell you that their city is "the most beautiful one in the world and beyond". You better not discuss this with them for well spirited Split will convince you in this as soon as you discover it! Overnight in Split.

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Accommodation: Hotel Cornaro (4*)

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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After breakfast meeting with the local guide. Travel back in time on our walking tour of Split, and discover the largest city of the Dalmatia region with a local guide. During the Split tour we will walk around the walls and throughout the narrow streets of Diocletian's palace and the old town of Split. After experiencing the magic of historical center, continue to Trogir (with your guide), a very colorful city with a historic past and city under UNESCO protection. Trogir is a “city-museum” in every sense of the word. More than 2300 years in existence, the city provides lovers of cultural and historical monuments, art, original architecture and cozy alleyway streets and unforgettable setting. The old core of Trogir is an island surrounded by city walls which has been influenced by the Romans, Greeks and Venetians. After Trogir sightseeing departure back to Split for free afternoon. Overnight in Split.

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Accommodation: Hotel Cornaro (4*)

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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After breakfast departure to Šibenik, a gem in the Croatian Adriatic, situated along the mouth of Krka on the most picturesque part of the eastern Adriatic coast. As the oldest Croatian autochthonous town it was first mentioned in 1066 during the reign of the Croatian King Kresimir IV. The rich cultural and historical heritage of the city is visible in the impressive Cathedral of sv. Jakov [St. Jacob], built by the famous architect Juraj Dalmatinac and is under UNESCO protection. Numerous churches, monasteries, palaces and four fortresses 'frame' the city, and also testify to the perseverance, renunciation and faith of generations of people of Šibenik. Explore the city with the local guide. After Šibenik sightseeing and free time for lunch continue to Zadar, a Mediterranean heaven situated in the heart of the Adriatic. The town itself is a medieval walled city on the Adriatic Sea in Northern Dalmatia. The Old Town is small, but pretty with roman ruins, a harbor and unique attractions such as the Sea Organ. According to Albert Hitchcock Zadar is the city with the most beautiful sunset in the world and you will have a chance to be a part of it. Overnight in Zadar.

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Accommodation: Almayer Art and Heritage hotel (4*)

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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After a leisurely morning breakfast, you will begin your Zadar sightseeing tour. Starting at the ancient Forum, we will visit the beautiful church of St. Donat symbolizing the city of Zadar. Then onto St. Anastasia, monuments and palaces, all the while learning all about the rich history of this beautiful old town. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Zadar.

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Accommodation: Almayer Art and Heritage hotel (4*)

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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Day at leisure in Zadar. Overnight in Zadar.

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Accommodation: Almayer Art and Heritage hotel (4*)

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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Departure to Zagreb airport to fly out. Please allow 3 hours to get to Zagreb airport.

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Accommodation: None (depart home)

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Meals Provided: Breakfast

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    This itinerary is subject to change dependent on group abilities and preferences, weather and special events. Our guides and Tour Leaders will do their utmost to ensure the best possible experience without compromising safety. This may mean changing the original itinerary to avoid discomfort or risk which could be caused by exceptional heat or cold, stormy weather, heavy traffic or other reasons beyond our control.