Adriatic Pearl: A Croatian Odyssey
Seeking out a traditional seafood restaurant in Dubrovnik's old town for a memorable meal of freshly netted fish (and perhaps a glass or two of Croatian wine).
With highlights dotted along the sparkling Adriatic, Croatia offers historical discovery and seaside scenery in abundance. In this wide-ranging Croatia tour, we witness the natural beauty of the emerald Plitvice Lakes. We tour Šibenik’s incredible limestone-and-marble domed cathedral and Split's walled Roman palace. Finally, we head for the exquisite old town of Dubrovnik, with its white-stone buildings and red-tiled roofs set against the ink-blue sea.
- 16 Meals - 9 Breakfasts & 7 Dinners
- 9 Nights In Hotels Accommodation
- Transport - Travel In Destination By Coach
- Headset system on excursions
- Dubrovnik city tax
8 excursions & visits
- Visits to Plitvice Lakes (with guide); Šibenik cathedral; Diocletian’s Palace, Split; Rector’s Palace and Cathedral Treasury
- Guided tours of Šibenik; Split; and Dubrovnik
Your fare excludes:
- Airfares & Travel Insurance
Day 1 - Opatija
Join your tour group at the hotel.
Day 2 - Opatija
Opatija is a fashionable holiday resort that has welcomed many famous personalities, including the central European aristocracy, Puccini, Chekhov and James Joyce. Today is free to explore it yourself, take a dip in the picturesque bays or enjoy the streets of Opatija and neighbouring Volosko, a pretty fishing village just a short walk along the 12-kilometre promenade with mountain views across the Adriatic.
Day 3 - Plitvice Lakes
Leaving Opatija, we drive first to one of the treasures of the Balkan Peninsula - the UNESCO-protected Plitvice Lakes National Park. Here, a local guide will take us on a guided tour of the lower lakes and the surrounding peaceful woodland that’s home to numerous birds and mammals. After free time for lunch, we’ll continue our drive south to Zadar.
Day 4 - Zadar
The central Dalmatian town of Zadar is situated on a sheltered peninsula with a picturesque harbour. This morning’s walking tour reveals the city’s many Romanesque and Byzantine buildings, including the Church of St Donatus and Cathedral of St Anastasia, all of which bear testimony to Zadar’s colourful past. This afternoon you’re free to enjoy the town at leisure, and this evening we’ll dine together in a local restaurant.
Day 5 - Šibenik - Solin
We continue our journey south to visit Šibenik, a town built by Croatian Kings. We enjoy a guided tour through its characteristic maze of winding streets and enter the cathedral. Built in the 15th century and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cathedral is an elaborate mix of styles, including a dome inspired by Brunelleschi’s in Florence. We continue to Solin arriving late afternoon.
Day 6 - Split
Discover Split’s historic heart, located within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace, on a guided tour. As its name suggests, the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who was born in Solin, built the Palace in the 3rd century AD, a combination of an Imperial Villa and Roman stronghold that forms one of the world’s most impressive Roman monuments. Through the centuries and under various rulers, including the Byzantines, Venetians and Austro-Hungarians, a city blossomed within the grounds of this World Heritage Site. You’re free for the rest of the afternoon.
Day 7 - Ston - Cavtat
We make a stop in medieval Ston, encapsulated by impressive defensive walls, en route to our last hotel, a short distance from the centre of Dubrovnik.
Day 8 - Dubrovnik
Discover Dubrovnik on a guided walking tour of the city. Visit the 15th-century Rector’s Palace and Cathedral, followed by free time to explore the pedestrianised Old Town, an aspect of the city that has earned Dubrovnik UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Day 9 - Cavtat
You’re at leisure today. Perhaps return to the Old Town to walk along the wall for fantastic views and access to its four fortresses; take the cable car to the top of Mount Srd; or take an optional excursion to Kotor in Montenegro, a labyrinth of old alleyways surrounded by incredible scenery.
Day 10 - Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to your tour group for your onward travel.
Multiple Depatures - Book by 28 Feb 2026 & Save 15%
Below price is for 8 May 2026 departure
- From
$4,488$3,814 per person twin share* - From
$6,356$5,402 per person, sole traveller*
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- Bristol Hotel Opatija (2 Nights)
- Hotel Kolovare, Zadar (2 Nights)
- Hotel President Solin (2 Nights)
- Hotel Croatia Cavtat (3 Nights)
Things To Pack
- Comfortable Walking Shoes, Layered Clothing, Rain Gear
- Sun Protection, Backpack
- Camera or Smartphone, Water Bottle, Swimsuit