Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast

Day 1 Depart UK
You’ll arrive in Split in time to explore, and stay at the harbour-front Luxe Hotel for 3 nights.

Day 2 Split
Today’s half day tour takes you to Trogir, a historic port set within medieval walls. After a lunch of local delicacies, you’ll return to Split and embark on a walking tour of the old town, down winding streets to Diocletian’s Palace, the retirement residence of the Roman Emperor, which is one of the only Roman buildings in the world that is still inhabited.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 3 Split
You have a full day to explore Split at your own pace today, but if the lure of beautiful beaches appeals, we can arrange an optional excursion to the island of Brac.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 4 Split to Hvar Island
This morning you’ll board the ferry to Hvar, one of the beautiful islands off the Dalmatian Coast renowned for being one of the sunniest places in the country and famed for its pretty lavender fields. Here you’ll spend 2 nights at the superbly located Palace Hotel.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 5 Hvar Island
If you’d like an idea for what to do on your free day, you could take a boat to visit the untouched Palenki Islands.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 6 Hvar Island to Dubrovnik
Today you’ll take a short ferry journey to the mainland and continue by road past beautiful scenery before arriving at Dubrovnik. Your home here for 3 nights is the Lero Hotel, located between the old town and the beach area.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 7 Dubrovnik
On a half day tour this morning, you’ll see the main sights in the centre of the city, including the Franciscan Monastery, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. In the afternoon, the itinerary is up to you. You’ll have time to explore the charming old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and soak up the atmosphere.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 8 Dubrovnik
You have a full free day today to do your own thing. You might want to explore the city more, visit the small beaches, take a cable car up the mountain to see the incredible views or simply relax in a bar. You can also take an optional day excursion to the neighbouring tiny country of Montenegro and revel in the beautiful setting, bordered by the sea and mountains, and visit the enchanting old towns of Kotor and Budva.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 9 Arrive UK
Your return flight lands later today.

Tour includes:

Maximum group size: 25
Local expert guides in resort
All flights specified
Inspirational sightseeing programme
8 breakfasts and 1 lunch
Beautiful Hvar Island
UNESCO heritage sites
Seafood, truffles and local wines

On a Journey of Distinction, you are not merely a bystander. They believe that the wonders, customs and cultures you experience will live on in the core of your being. They even go so far as to say that one of their holidays will change your life forever.

Their combination of Tour Managers and Local Guides is what makes Journey of Distinction so distinctive. When you’re embarking on a voyage of discovery, it’s reassuring to know that a seasoned traveller is with you every step of the way; planning, organising, checking details and offering their advice and support. Their groups all depart from the UK, and no one joins us along the way, so you have the reassuring constancy of always knowing your travelling companions.

Our Opinion
“Limited to just 25 travellers per departure, every Journeys of Distinction escorted tour has an intimate, personal feel that makes for a more enjoyable experience.”