Treasures of Croatia

ARRIVE SPLIT, CROATIA

Arrive in Split, where you are met and transferred to your hotel.

HOTEL | SPLIT

SPLIT | PALACE OF DIOCLETIAN

Explore Split, starting with the Palace of Diocletian and its synagogue, and view St. Domnius Cathedral. Stroll Split’s old town and harbor-front promenade. Visit the daily market, and then enjoy your afternoon at leisure, before dinner with a klapa (a capella singing) concert.

HOTEL | SPLIT

Meals: Breakfast

HVAR | WINE TASTING AT A FAMILY-OWNED WINERY

Ride Like a Local by public ferry along the stunning Dalmatian coastline to picturesque Hvar, a lush, mountainous island where Venetian palaces grace narrow backstreets and secluded coves beckon. Upon arrival, visit the family-owned winery of renowned winemaker Andro Tomic for a Chef ’s Table experience that includes a wine tasting. Later, on the scenic drive back to Hvar Town, stop to view the gleaming limestone Spanjol Fortress. Tonight, enjoy fine dining, while overlooking the waterfront.

HOTEL | HVAR

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

HVAR | A STROLL THROUGH HISTORIC STREETS

This morning, walk the historic center of Hvar Town, pausing to take in the Cathedral, the Arsenal and the Benedictine Nunnery where resident nuns produce the world-famous agave lace.

HOTEL | HVAR

Meals: Breakfast

DUBROVNIK | OYSTERS & THE OLD CITY

Head to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” stopping en route in Ston, renowned for its oysters, which you may wish to sample when you enjoy lunch in a typical Dalmatian restaurant.

HOTEL | DUBROVNIK

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DUBROVNIK & KONAVLE | WALKING TOUR & SILK WEAVING

Stroll through Dubrovnik with your local guide to see the Dominican Monastery, the Rector’s Palace and Dubrovnik Cathedral. Mingle with local traders and craftspeople in its markets. Then, listen as a survivor of the Balkan War shares memories of the conflict that secured Croatia’s independence from the former Yugoslavia. Hear about daily life in a city under siege and gain insights into how community members supported one another during their darkest hour. Later, watch silk weavers at work on a fascinating artisan visit in Konavle. Return to Dubrovnik for a private cruise, enjoying a Scenic Sundowner and taking in the fantastic city views.

HOTEL | DUBROVNIK

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DUBROVNIK | DESIGN YOUR DAY

Today, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.

Take Part in a Cooking Class with Wine Tasting, and then savor what you created for lunch.

Embark by Sea Kayak on a refreshing, tranquil paddle around Dubrovnik’s Old Town and Lokrum Island.

Visit Game of Thrones Shooting Locations on a walking tour, led by a local who worked as an extra on the series.

HOTEL | DUBROVNIK

Meals: Breakfast

DEPART DUBROVNIK

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to depart.

Meals: Breakfast