Split, a coastal city with a mountainous backdrop, has a vibrant history that dates back to the 3rd-century AD, when the Roman Emperor Diocletian made it his home. We combine boat trips with walking, canoeing and cycling excursions to immerse ourselves in the fabric of the city and the nearby islands. Narrow cobblestone streets, charming piazzas, Gothic churches and secretive monasteries are some of the many surprises that await us at every turn. We enjoy unspoilt tranquillity as we walk through small villages and vineyards to indulge in the culinary delights of the region - especially the delicious local seafood. Our final destination is the walled city of Dubrovnik, which maintains its place as one of Europe's grandest cities - a melting-pot of medieval ambience and Gothic, Renaissance and Romanesque architecture set against the dazzling background of the Adriatic Sea.
Highlights
- Split
- Brac & Hvar Islands
- Dalmatian Coast
- Mljet National Park
- Dubrovnik
Itinerary:
1 (Sun) Arrive in Split.2 Ferry to Supetar on Brac Island. Drive to Vidova Gora and walk to summit (2-3hrs) and enjoy magnificent views. Drive to Bol, explore the city and Zlatni rat beach. Afternoon ferry back to Split.3 Ferry to Starigrad on Hvar Island. Walking tour of Jelsa. Walk through olive trees, vineyards and lavender fields from Jelsa to Vrboska. Walking tour in the city of Hvar. Ferry to Split.4 Visit Trogir. Walking tour of Split including Diocletian's palace and St Domnius Cathedral. Ferry to Mljet Island.5 Canoeing, cycling and swimming in Mljet National Park (15km). Visit the Sveta Marija (St Mary) Monastery by boat.6 Ferry to Dubrovnik. Afternoon city tour including Franciscan Monastery, Rector's Palace and city walls. 7 Boat trip to Lokrum Island. Walking tour. Visit Napoleon's fortress and botanic gardens. Return to Dubrovnik. Afternoon free.8 Trip ends in Dubrovnik this morning (Sun).
Included: Peregrine tour leader, transport and sightseeing.
Not Included: International flights, arrival and departure transfers, departure taxes, visas, travel insurance (compulsory on all trips), other meals, drinks, optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Notes: Please note, some departures of this tour combine with the last 8 days of our longer Croatia and Slovenia trip - "Jewels of the Adriatic". You may have fellow passengers that begun their journey in Venice.Pre-departure document PDI
Please carefully read these trip notes in conjunction with the pre-departure document (PDI) which you will recieve upon confirmation of your holiday. This important document contains further information about your European trip that you will need to know before you travel.
Meals: 7 breakfasts,3 lunches,4 dinners
Valid From: 1/01/2009
Starts/Ends: Split/Dubrovnik
Trip Reference: PEDC
