Croatia: Walking & Island-Hopping Along the Dalmatian Coast - 9 Days

Take in the long stretch of the Adriatic coastline as your plane makes it's descent As the high stone walls and medieval buildings come into view, imagine life here thousands of years ago and perhaps even the occasional dragon beating its wings in the distance. We welcome you to Dubrovnik and to Croatia, and we invite you to unleash your sense of adventure and imagination as you discover the best of the country's coast and islands. Arrive to Dubrovnik prior to 1pm and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead before setting off on an evening walking tour of some of Dubrovnik's most beautiful and iconic sights, many of which featured in the hit tv series Game of Thrones. Following the walk, enjoy a delicious welcome dinner with new friends at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel.

Often the best views of the city are actually from outside of it. Put that theory to the test as you paddle a kayak along the historic city walls, exploring hidden caves and stopping to swim and snorkel. Back on dry land, you'll swap the views from the water for views from above as you ride a cable car up nearby Mount Srđ for breathtaking vistas of Dubrovnik and the surrounding islands. Set off on a guided sea kayak excursion outside Dubrovnik's old city walls with opportunities to swim and snorkel. Enjoy lunch in town then take a cable car up Mount Srd for incredible views before returning to the city for a free evening and an optional dinner out with the group.

Dubrovnik begs to be further explored and you'll have some extra time to do so today on your own. Soak in every last bit of the city's beauty before taking to the sea and heading up the Dalmatian Coast to the island of Korčula for your first taste of life on the Croatian isles. Take advantage of a free morning in Dubrovnik for individual exploration or to choose from optional activities like a city wall walk or visit some museums. In the early afternoon, travel by hydrofoil to Korčula Island and follow your CEO on a short orientation walk on the way to the hotel. Check in and relax before an included dinner in the evening.

Discover Korčula today on your own terms. Choose between 2 activities which will get you outdoors and active as well as sampling some of the regions delicacies. Whichever you choose, your body,, mind and stomach will be forever grateful. Choice of guided tour in the morning, both options with lunch. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to continue exploring on your own or to relax on one of the local beaches.

The Dalmatian Islands are nothing short of spectacular and each one is quite unique with its own feel. Swap Korčula Island for Hvar and see for yourself, exploring the town of Hvar as well as taking in the island's gorgeous beaches and lively nightlife. Take advantage of a free morning in Korčula before catching a high-speed catamaran to the island of Hvar. Spend the afternoon by the pool or at the beach and then set off with a local guide in the evening on a waking tour of town before dinner back at the hotel.

Feel the wind on your face and taste the sea in the air as you head out from Hvar to explore some of the nearby islands. You'll spend the day in and out of the water, exploring hidden coves, swimming from the boat and hiking to a secluded beach. If you. could imagine a perfect day actively exploring and island-hopping in the sun and sand, this would be it. Take a full-day excursion by boat to the Pakleni Islands with various stops to swim and hike before a beachside lunch. Return to Hvar in the afternoon for a free evening and optional dinner with the group.

Back on the mainland, the city of Split is the largest along Croatia's coast, where you'll be immersed in its history and beautiful architecture in the old part of the city. An important maritime transport hub in the region, Split occupies a strategic position on a peninsula that juts out into the Adriatic Sea, and has been inhabited for over 2000 years. Catch a hydrofil to Split and take a walking tour of the old town with a local guide before enjoying some free time on your own. Continue with a drive to nearby Trogir and take an orientation walk with your CEO before dinner.

Immerse yourself in Croatia's natural beauty on a hike through a lush forest, following a river until the sight of a breathtaking waterfall comes into view. Enjoy the moment and the sound of the cascading water before re-entering the forest and allowing the sound of the birds to take over. Back in urban civilization, take in more beautiful architecture and historical landmarks in Sibenik on the way back to Trogir. Transfer to Krka National Park for a hike with your CEO to a beautiful waterfall. Continue to the city of Sibenik and take a walking tour of the historic city centre with a local guide before returning to Trogir in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your CEO and fellow travellers.

The adventure finishes today, and you can depart at any time.