The Dalmatian Coast and World Heritage Sites This Croatia walking holiday and hiking trip combines visits to two World Heritage Sites and the picturesque beauty of the Dalmatian Coast. Enjoy a holiday vacation in Croatia while walking to get in shape, and learn the fascinating history of Dubrovnik, Mjlet, Korcula, Hvar, and Split.
More than 1,000 islands make up the archipelago of Croatia along the beautiful Dalmatian Coast, one of Western Europe’s best kept secrets. You walk ancient Croatian hiking trails through fishing villages, lush forests, and market towns. Travel by boat to some of the less well-known islands and towns in Croatia, one of which claims Marco Polo as its own! From Renaissance architecture and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, you immerse yourselves in this unique European culture that has evolved from Venetian and Roman heritage.
AdventureWomen’s Croatia hiking trip begins in the walled city of Dubrovnik, Croatia, known as “the Pearl of the Adriatic” on the Dalmatian Coast. This celebrated town is much visited, truly magnificent, and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From here you hop on boats and ferries to embark on your exploration of Croatia’s Dalmatian islands, jewels in the Croatian crown. Your first stop is the wild, beautiful, and relatively unknown island paradise of Mljet, a third of which is a designated Croatian National Park. It has two salt water lakes and its own 12th-century Benedictine monastery. Your next port of call is green and verdant Korcula, with its marvelous Renaissance town where residents claim Marco Polo as one of their own. The cosmopolitan island of Hvar is your final destination, boasting beautiful beaches and fragrant fields of lavender.
The history, architecture, natural wonders, diverse landscapes, and marvelous Croatian cuisine on this Croatia walking holiday make this the ideal “moderate” AdventureWomen European hiking trip.
Main Attractions
Hike and travel in Croatia, one of the world’s newest countries!
Daily guided walks and sightseeing with our expert European-based guide to medieval walled cities, unspoiled national parks, uncrowded islands, and more!
Island hop by boat to such well-preserved World Heritage Sites as Hvar and Korcula.
Sip the famous red wines of Hvar, and enjoy a special wine tasting event to refine your palate.
Explore Dubrovnik, Croatia, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, and stay in the luxury five-star Hotel Grand Villa Argentina.
Trip Details
Duration
9 Days/8 Nights
Location
Croatia
Season
May
Trip Type
Fully Guided
Nearest City
Dubrovnik
Physical Condition Required
Good
Destination(s)
Croatia
Minimum Age Limit
30
Sports/Adventures covered
Hiking, Cultural Exploration, Sightseeing, Boat Travel, Swimming, Wine Tasting, Photography
Guest Capacity
14
Accommodations
Seven nights lodging in private bath, twin-bedded, double occupancy rooms in fine hotels.
Dining
Seven breakfasts, three lunches, and five dinners are included.
About Liquor
Available with meals at additional cost.
Rates
$3,695.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
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Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Depart the U.S. for Dubrovnik, Croatia Depart from the United States for your overnight flight to Dubrovnik, Croatia, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a World Heritage Site, and the start of your hiking vacation on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast!
Day 2: Arrival into Dubrovnik Rendezvous with your guide at the Dubrovnik Airport and transfer by van to your hotel in the beautifully restored UNESCO World Heritage Site and historic city of Dubrovnik, Croatia. Take a guided visit of the old town, encircled by more than a mile of huge stone walls built between the 13th and 16th centuries.
Celebrate your first night together with a wonderful Croatian dinner.
Day 3: From Dubrovnik to the Island of Mljet Cross by ferry to the tranquil Dalmatian island of Mljet, with more than a third of it designated as a Croatian National Park. Take an afternoon walk around the lake, then boat across the lake to the islet of St. Mary, where you visit the church and/or take a swim in the turquoise waters.
Day 4: Mljet National Park Hike the island of Mljet along its lakes and up to Montokuc hilltop, the highest peak in the National Park, with breathtaking views of Mljet Lakes and the islet of St. Mary. Continue to the ancient port of Polace, home to an early Christian Basilica and Old Roman palace that dates from the 2nd century.
Day 5: The Green Island of Korcula Boat to the island of Korcula, one of the greenest islands in the Adriatic Sea, and a popular travel destination in Croatia. Rich in art and culture, explore numerous tiny and secluded beaches and bays, small and uninhabited islands, and breathtaking views. Take a guided walk of the old town of Korcula, a typical medieval walled Dalmatian city, with its round defensive towers and cluster of red-roofed houses. It is a harmonious mix of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Meet in the late afternoon for a wonderful wine tasting and dinner at a local vineyard.
Day 6: Hiking the Peljesac Peninsula Transfer by boat to the Peljesac Peninsula. Hike through vineyards and stone terraces to a ridge with stunning views of the Adriatic and the island of Korcula. Stop for lunch at a local farmhouse, then descend to the port of Orebic, home to a new maritime museum.
Day 7: Hvar – “Queen of the Dalmatian Islands” Boat to the Croatian island of Hvar, “Queen of the Dalmatian Islands”, considered one of the ten most beautiful islands in the world, and the last Croatian island on your nautical adventure. Hike to the picturesque village of Malo Grablje and have lunch at a fantastic restaurant “among the ruins”, run by a family claiming kinship with Elizabeth I. Wander through Hvar and follow your nose to one of the many shops selling lavender products!
Day 8: A Walk Through Lavender Fields and Small Fishing Villages Walk through lavender fields and small fishing villages on a panoramic hike, exploring the hidden coves and bays of Hvar. Wander through this wonderful town, do some shopping, and soak up the atmosphere of this once 16th-century Venetian capital. Take a walk up steep stone stairs to the Fortress above town for spectacular views over Hvar, and visit a small museum full of “amphora”, originally used for storing oil and wine. Follow your nose to one of the many shops selling lavender products, the main crop grown on Hvar.
Celebrate your last night together with a special farewell dinner.
Day 9: Transfer to the Airport and Flights Home Transfer to the Split Airport by ferry from Hvar, for flights home.
This Package Includes
Seven nights lodging in private bath, twin-bedded, double occupancy rooms in fine hotels.
Transportation and all transfers in Croatia, beginning from Dubrovnik Airport and ending at Split Airport.
Fully guided walks each day with Gillian Arthur, AdventureWomen's European-based guide.
All luggage transfers.
Meals specified in the daily itinerary including seven breakfasts, three lunches, and five dinners.
A special wine tasting on the island of Hvar.
All gratuities for meals covered in the itinerary.
Notes
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