Top Dalmatia Day Trips - page 5

Explore Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on this comprehensive full-day tour with a small group. With a guide following a curated itinerary, you'll be sure to hit all the important sights in one day. Traveling with a small group means you'll have plenty of chances to ask questions and you'll get personalized attention from your guide.

Pair Bosnia-Herzegovina’s beautiful outdoor scenery with its historic monuments on this full-day excursion including a visit to Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls. Cross the Croatian border and stop to admire the splendor of these 80-foot (25-meter) cascades. Then head to Mostar for a guided walking tour of the Old Town, famous ‘Stari Most’ (bridge), and much more. Extra value for all our clients from is free entrance ticket to Turkish house in Mostar, the most visited museum in this city.

Explore some of Croatia’s natural beauty with ease on this day trip from Split. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned, WiFi-equipped vehicle to Skradin and catch a boat across the water to Krka National Park. Skip the entry lines and walk through the park in the company of your guide, or independently. Visit a local city or town before returning to Split.

Soak in the picturesque towns, shimmering bay, and jaw-dropping fjord of Kotor Bay in Montenegro. Head out of Dubrovnik for the day, and go south to Montenegro's Bay of Kotor, crammed with enough beauty to keep that camera constantly clicking. Stop in the medieval town of Perast and marvel at the 16 churches and 17 palaces, and then wander the streets of Kotor, surrounded by high rocky mountains.

Immerse yourself in some of Hvar's loveliest coastal scenery—and enjoy a more personalized, tranquil experience than many other boat tours—on this full-day, small-group yacht tour. Over the course of the day, you'll make swimming stops at the island's prettiest beaches and bays, and can snorkel, paddleboard, and sunbathe at your leisure. Halfway through, make a lunch stop (own expense) on the island to sample authentic local cuisine.

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of Croatia's most beautiful natural attractions, with this private tour. Your driver will pick you up at your Split hotel and take you out to the park, where you'll have plenty of time to explore on your own terms. After your visit, you'll have the option to head straight back to your hotel or stop for lunch at a local restaurant along the way.

The islands, sights, and bays of the Kornati National Park are an easy boat trip from Zadar. With this small-group cruise, swap the crowds and standardized sights-and-stops of larger boat tours for a more relaxed day of discovery on the water. Flit around the islands aboard a skippered motorboat: stopping to snorkel, go ashore, and eat at a taverna on route. Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments make everything complete and convenient.

Spend a day soaking up Croatia’s beautiful, coastal scenery on this seamless boat tour. Meet in the morning at Trogir or Split, hop aboard your vessel, and leave the city behind. Visit the traditional fishing village of Komiza, explore the famed Blue Cave, admire the beautiful Stiniva Beach, enjoy the festive ambiance of Hvar Town, and more. Snorkeling equipment is provided on board for your convenience, and you’ll have free time to explore, dine (own expense), and swim.

Dubrovnik famously served as a filming location for HBO’s "Game of Thrones," but matching landmarks to their fictional representation can be difficult on your own. Instead, explore the city on a tour that's perfect for fans, and gives you insights into the King’s Landing and Iron Throne filming locations. Attractions include Fort Lovrjenac, Lokrum Island, Trsteno Arboretum, and Srdj Mountain, for stunning views of Dubrovnik.

Spend the day exploring the Krka Waterfalls on this tour from the Makarska Riviera. With round-trip transportation included, there's no need to haggle over taxis or book a rental car. Sit back and enjoy the scenery of the Dalmatian Coast on the way to Krka. Once in the Krka National Park, relax, and snap photos of the Skrandinski buk.

Discover Plitvice Lakes, one of the most visited national parks in Croatia, on this day trip from Split or Trogir. On your way, stop in the small town of Knin for coffee. After arriving at Plitvice National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), embark on a guided walk along its wooden pathways and see its 16 azure blue lakes and over 90 waterfalls. The sightseeing tour also includes a boat ride across Kozjak Lake and free time to explore on your own.

The Pelješac Peninsula is famed for its wines. Yet it's also home to medieval Ston, with its ancient salt works encircled by a spectacular city wall, and Mali Ston Bay, which produces unusually delicious European flat oysters. Spend the half day indulging—without arguing about who's the designated driver—on this small group door-to-door tour. You'll visit Salt Works, a famous winery and oyster farm, and sample wine, cheese, olive oil, oysters, mussels, local sweets, and liqueurs.

Stray from the beaten path and discover a side of Croatia that most first-time visitors miss on a day trip to Rovinj and Pula—two historic settlements known as Croatia's equivalents to Venice and Rome. You'll explore each town on foot for a more intimate glimpse into the areas, and listen to stories and history that you're unlikely to find in the guidebook. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

This sightseeing excursion in Kornati National Park offers visitors to Zadar a day to spend in the pristine waters of the Adriatic Sea. With the use of snorkeling equipment and breakfast on board the vessel plus a restaurant lunch, everything is taken care of. All you need to do is bring your own swimsuit, towel, and shoes, and watch the isles of the Dalmatian coast glide by.

Jet out onto the Adriatic Sea and visit various coastal attractions around Hvar Island with this speedboat tour from Hvar Town. Travel with your own personal speedboat and driver on a sightseeing tour with potential stops including multiple beaches, the fascinating Red Rocks, and the nearby Pakleni Islands. Cool off with a swim or snorkel or go for a beach walk at one of the many stops.

Add some adventure to your trip to the island of Vis, and see the picturesque green and blue caves by high-speed RIB (a rigid inflatable boat). The day-long tour from Hvar includes stops aplenty to swim, eat, and lounge on the beach. Ample shade is provided on board, and you can use provided snorkel gear for any underwater explorations. Note that entry to the caves is payable on the day.

Leave the city behind to enjoy a luxurious day of island-hopping—and visit three of Croatia’s most in-demand islands and archipelagos, all in one day—on this full-day cruise. Following morning departure from Split or Trogir, enjoy time to swim and sunbathe in the idyllic Pakleni Islands, soak up history and culture on Hvar, and relax or swim in a peaceful bay on Brač. With free time to swim, snorkel, and explore, you can see the sights your way.

Visit Korcula and Peljesac from Dubrovnik on a full-day private tour. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup through the Peljesac peninsula, learning about its winemaking history from your driver-guide. Enjoy a scenic boat ride to Korcula to explore the old city at your own pace. Sample local Croatian wines at a family-owned winery on Peljesac.

Embark on an exciting journey in Croatia on this private full-day tour. Discover the captivating beauty of Plitvice Lakes, a Croatian gem designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Departing from Split, this full-day private tour promises a full day of enchantment. Accompanied by your guide, explore the ancient woodlands and upper lakes of the park. Prepare to be astounded by the the towering Plitvice waterfalls as you sail across the lower lakes.

Discover the stunning landscape of Plitvice Lakes National Park, without the crowds, on this day trip from Split or Trogir that gets you there before the crowds arrive. Follow your expert guide along scenic walking trails to the heart of the park and hop in a boat for a ride to the picture-perfect Lower Lakes (Donja Jezera).

Dubrovnik is one of the gems of the Adriatic Sea, but it’s far from the only coastal city worth visiting near the tip of Croatia. Take advantage of your location in Dubrovnik to head across the border to Montenegro on a private full day tour. A dedicated driver will take you and your group from your hotel to Montenegro where you’ll explore Kotor and Perast before returning to Dubrovnik.

Explore Montenegro, small but exquisite country with rugged mountains, picturesque medieval villages and beautiful long beaches along the Adriatic coast. The Bay of Kotor, which resembles a deep fjord, boasts old coastal towns like Herceg Novi and Kotor.

Escape the crowds of Old Town and spend the morning exploring the surrounding caves, islands, and turquoise water. Ideal for busy travelers who want to see all the iconic island highlights in one morning, this tour includes snorkeling at the Blue Cave, visiting Sunj Beach, and the Island of Lokrum. This enables you to see all the highlights and still have time in your day when you return to Old Town.

Swap the hustle and bustle of the mainland for the ultimate adventure on the water—a private sailing trip. As you sail past Croatia's picturesque coastline and towards the pretty island of Brac, the crew gives you the opportunity to be the captain and practice sailing skills—something that wouldn't happen on a large group tour. During the trip, enjoy luxury perks such as having lunch and alcoholic drinks included, as well as snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding gear.