Welcome to Croatia and welcome to Dubrovnik, the largest city of South Dalmatia.  Your ZagrebTours guide will meet you at Dubrovnik Airport and drive you to your hotel in Dubrovnik.  After you check in and accommodate yourself in your room, your guide will take you for a welcome drink, where you will get to know each other closely and learn more about your Dalmatia tour.  The rest of the day is at your leisure.  You can relax at your hotel or you can slowly collect the first impressions of Dubrovnik. 

Day 2; Exploring Dubrovnik.  Overnight in Dubrovnik. 

Today you are exploring Dubrovnik – The Pearl of the Adriatic or in recent times known as King’s Landing from Game of Thrones.  Your guide will take you for a walk along the impressive Dubrovnik Walls from where you can admire stunning views of the Adriatic or the rooftops of the Old town and you can peek into magnificent forts, palaces, noble houses and homes of ordinary people. Walking along the medieval cobble stone streets of the Old Town you will see more of the famous Dubrovnik landmarks like Franciscan Monastery and its adjacent pharmacy, Sponza Palace, Rector’s Palace, the Cathedral of Our Lady and the Old Port. After having lunch in one of Dubrovnik Taverns, we will take an unforgettable cable car ride up Srđ Hill for a bird’s eye view of the Old Town.  The rest of the afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy Dubrovnik. 

We are leaving Dubrovnik after breakfast and heading north along the Adriatic coast.  Driving along the coastal road to Ston and Pelješac peninsula, you will enjoy breathtaking views of Adriatic and Elafiti Islands.  Our first stop will be in the medieval, walled town Ston, whose history goes back as far as 14th Century, known for 5,5 kilometers long stone wall fortification and one of the oldest active salt-works in the World.  But the biggest wealth of this area comes from the depths of the blue Adriatic and Mali Ston bay which has been well known for its mussel and oysters growing farms since Roman times.  Ston oysters are acknowledged natural aphrodisiac and made this region world famous.  A treat we won’t miss. Driving across the Pelješac peninsula, we’ll discover one of the most famous Croatian wine growing regions.  Sandy soil and maximum of sun light are creating primary condition for some of the top quality Croatian red wines.  We will have the opportunity to visit one of the local family winery and try some of the best wines of the region.  We are ending this day on Korčula Island and spending the night in Korčula Town, known as the birthplace of Marco Polo.  Before a good night rest, we’ll wander the narrow cobbled streets of medieval Korčula and travel back into the glorious times of Venice Republic. 

Day 4; Korčula – Hvar Island.  Overnight in Hvar. 

Enjoy your breakfast overlooking the Adriatic and spend some more time in charming Korčula before we catch the ferry back to the mainland and then to Hvar Island.  After reaching the small port of Sućuraj, we will drive across the most famous of all Croatian and Dlamatian islands – the Island of Hvar.  Being an important strategic and nautical position in the ancient times and today a place attractive for its Mediterranean nature, rich tradition and architecture, lavender fields, ancient olive trees and vineyards, great food and wine Hvar attracts many guests and tourists from all over the World.  Driving to the port of Hvar, we’ll experience some of the great delights that Island offers: tranquil atmosphere of Humac village; UNESCO heritage of Starigrad plain; hedonistic experience of Tomić winery, amazing views and landscapes of Brusje and Velo Grablje villages with the final touch of medieval Hvar town and its Španjola fortress. 

Day 5; Leisure day on Hvar Island.  Overnight in Hvar. 

Today is the day at your leisure.  We invite you to spend the relaxation day on this island of vineyards, olive groves and lavender.  Enjoy the clean sea, beautiful Pakleni islands near the town Hvar and try some fresh seafood in one of many good restaurants. 

Day 6; Hvar Island – Split.  Overnight in Split. 

After breakfast, we are heading to Starigrad to catch a ferry to Split and the mainland.  Upon our arrival, we’ll check into your hotel and then we are taking you for a walk throughout the „most beautiful town in the world“, how Split if often called by its citizens.  We’ll visit the Diocletian Palace in the heart of Split, built as a residential palace seventeen hundred years ago by the Roman Emperor Diocletian and also a priceless monument included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage.  We will also walk up to Marijan hill and admire some of the best views.  After the city tour you will have your own time to explore more of Split.  Our suggestion is a World class Meštorvić gallery or just take a walk through the heart of Split – the famous Split waterfront or Riva where you will feel the friendly and cozy atmosphere of this vibrant city. 

Day 7; Exploring Trogir & Šibenik.  Overnight in Split. 

Today we will head North along the Adriatic coast line and visit two jewels of Dalmatian region, Croatian old towns Šibenik and Trogir.  In Šibenik, we will see the unique monument of European sacral architecture – St. Jacobs Cathedral, which has been listed as UNESCO's World Cultural Monument.  The Šibenik Cathedral, adorned with 72 stone heads, is the most significant architectural creation in Croatia from 15th and 16th century.  In Trogir, which is an old Croatian town first inhabited by Greeks and Romans, we’ll see its famous Romanic and gothic old core with St. Lawrence Cathedral and also part of the UNESCO World Heritage.  We will also have a treat and a great lunch at the traditional Dalmatian Tavern of that area.  Later in the afternoon, we are driving back to Split for your last night on this tour. 

Day 8; Split – departure.  The end of the tour. 

Our Dalmatian journey is ending today.  After eight wonderful days and exploring the Dalmatian coastline the time has come to say good bye.  Whether you continue your journey across Croatia and the region or you are starting your trip back home, your guide and now for sure your good Croatian friend will arrange you your necessary transfers.  Thank you for confidence and Good bye till your next visit! 

Šibenik is Croatian town more than 1000 years old, located in the naturally protected harbor on the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea and at the estuary of the Krka River.  It was founded as early Croatian fortress at the bottom of St. Michael castle which still dominates the town.  Šibenik was mentioned for the first time in 1066 in the document of King Petar Kresimir IV, the most important Croatian ruler.  At the entrance to the sea channel you will see the most important renaissance fortress on the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea - St. Nicholas' which during the night looks as an amazing alighted island.  Šibenik St. James cathedral had been build for a hundred years at the turn of 14 to 15th century and in its architecture we can see both gothic and renaissance style.  Šibenik has also a very impressive archipelago among which Kornati are the most famous.  The Kornati National Park's 150 islands can provide an unforgettable sailing experience as you anchor at any of the hidden beaches, sandy inlets and tiny ports. 

Trogir is the best-preserved Romanesque-Gothic complex not only in the Adriatic, but in all Central Europe.  This historical city and port on Adriatic Sea has been included in UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.  Trogir has a fascinating 2300 years of continuous urban tradition.  Its rich cultural heritage was created under the influence of old Greeks, Romans, and Venetians.  Historical city core, with about 10 churches and numerous buildings from 13th century is something you shouldn’t miss.  The city gate (17th cent.)  and city walls (15th cent.)  are pride of Trogir’s citizen and the touristic attractions.  Best place, to see spectacular sunsets, is on the cape of small Ciovo Island connected by bridge with Trogir.  While sitting on the waterfront enjoy this magic city. 

Island Hvar is a magnificent creation of nature and human.  The name of the island is without doubt Greek in origin, from Pharos which means lighthouse.  Hvar is the longest and the sunniest Croatian island, and one of the most beautiful islands in the world.  Town Hvar and other towns and villages on the island have numerous architectural and cultural monuments, which witness to the outstanding artistic traditions of the island, the economic prosperity of its population and the relations Hvar used to maintain with cultural centers of the past centuries.  Hvar has magnificent beaches but one of the jewels of this coast is on PaklenI Islands, a short boat trip from the historic town Hvar. 

Split is the heart of Dalmatia and the second largest city in Croatia.  Split is also a big port, third on the Mediterranean by the number of passengers.  The city center is the Palace of Diocletian built in the 4th century. This spectacular palace is the largest and best preserved late antique palace in the world.  Legend says that Diocletian's Palace was never just a place to rest for the Emperor Diocletian, but also the facility for processing wool.  In the 5th century, in the palace was allegedly poisoned last legitimate Western Roman Emperor Julius Nepos (Romulus Augustus) and the street in Split today bears his name. 

Dubrovnik (Ragusa) is a city on the south of Croatia and one of the most important historical and tourist centers.  As other six Croatian destinations, Dubrovnik was also in 1979 included in UNESCO's World Heritage List.  In the middle ages Dubrovnik was independent Republic of Ragusa, the only city-state on the east coast of the Adriatic rival Venice.  The beautiful city walls built from 13 to 17 century are a favorite spot for sightseeing and weddings.  Be sure to visit the tower Minceta and Bokar, fortresses St. John and Revelin, Imperial fortress, the Prince's Palace, the Pile gate, the gate of Ploce, the cathedral and the church St. Blaise.  Except for its cultural and historical sites, Dubrovnik is inexhaustible source of interesting stories.  Tourists love it because it has more than 250 sunny days a year and beautiful preserved beaches.