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6-Day Best of Croatia for Curious Urban Families

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Trip Overview

This adventure takes you through Croatia, taking in many of the popular highlights in just six days!

You'll start in the southern Dalmatian city of Dubrovnik before working your way up the coast and the beautiful cities of Split, Ston and Zadar. Your trip will be thrilling and memorable, but still completely safe.

There is no such thing as an urban family that doesn't long for nature, exploration, new and unique destinations, or learning something about the history and culture of different places around the world. This is a great opportunity to do just that! This trips includes a little of everything, including a walking Game of Thrones tour in Dubrovnik to see where some of the most memorable scenes from the cultural phenomenon were filmed.

Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the South of Dalmatia, taste one of the finest wines this region has to offer and enjoy in one of the best meals. See beautiful old cities, take part in exciting outdoor activities, but remain safe and under expert supervision.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Dubrovnik!

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Welcome to Dubrovnik!

Welcome to the town best known as "The Pearl of the Adriatic." Upon arrival at the airport, you'll transfer to your hotel for check-in. After a short rest, in the early afternoon, you will participate in the walking Game of Thrones tour. A piece of history, Dubrovnik is one of the most ancient fortress cities in Europe. After spending some time getting to know the city, duck into one of Dubrovnik's many wine bars to enjoy a glass of wine as the sun goes down over Dubrovnik's Old Town.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Adria Dubrovnik4 star

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    Activities

    Game of Thrones Tour of Dubrovnik

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Dubrovnik Airport to Dubrovnik

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    Destinations

    Dubrovnik

Day 2

Dubrovnik to Split via Ston

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Dubrovnik to Split via Ston

Set out today along the coast to central Dalmatia and the city of Split. En route, you'll stop at the edge of the Pelješac peninsula to spend a little time in Ston. Here, you can trek one of the longest defensive stone walls in Europe. Enjoy sweeping views over the city and its glittering saltpans followed by a light meal of locally grown, fresh oysters or mussels paired with a glass of the region's wine before continuing to Split.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Slavija3 star

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    Activities

    Ston Walls

    SplitOptional Activity

    RivaOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Ston Saltworks and Oyster & Wine Tasting with LunchOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Rental Car from Dubrovnik to Split

    Rental Car from Mali Ston, Croatia to Split

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Dubrovnik

    Ston

    Mali Ston

    Split

Day 3

Hiking Paklenica & Tour of Zadar

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Hiking Paklenica & Tour of Zadar

Today you will set out toward the northern part of the Dalmatian coast, to Zadar and the Paklenica National Park. The Paklenica trek is an easy to moderate trek and it doesn't take long to do. If there was ever a morning worth getting up early, this is that morning. In the afternoon, you can visit Zadar, an ancient city, full of historical and cultural monuments. After touring Zadar, you'll return to Split for the night.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Slavija3 star

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    Activities

    Hiking Paklenica

    Zadar

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    Transportations

    Rental Car from Split to Nacionalni park Paklenica

    Rental Car from Nacionalni park Paklenica to Zadar

    Rental Car from Zadar to Split

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

    Starigrad

    Zadar

Day 4

Day Trip to Krka National Park & Skradin

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Day Trip to Krka National Park & Skradin

Today, you will participate in an organised guided activity to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery that Croatia has to offer in Krka National Park with a local guide. To reach the park, you will need to take a short boat ride from Skradin in a beautiful wooden boat. Once there, you will have a guided tour of the park after which you will get free time. In the afternoon, you'll head to a beautiful winery for a wine tasting and tour before heading back to Split.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Slavija3 star

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    Activities

    Krka National Park & Skradin Day Trip and Wine Tasting

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

    Skradin

Day 5

Cetina River Rafting Adventure

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Cetina River Rafting Adventure

Discover the fun of a rafting tour on the River Cetina and discover the enjoyment of a whitewater rafting in a spectacular and unique natural setting. The experienced guides, passionate about rafting, look forward to welcoming you on the rafting tour. The tour includes a break for swimming, taking photos and snacks. River Cetina is mostly calm and thus offers a perfect introduction to a safe and pleasurable rafting experience.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Slavija3 star

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    Activities

    Cetina River Rafting Adventure

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    Restaurants

    Radmanove mlinice - Central Dalmatia Croatia - Bike TracksOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

    Omiš

Day 6

Departure Day

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Departure Day

If you have a free morning before departing, check out the Green Market (Pazar Market). A lively fruit and vegetable outdoor market just east of the Diocletian Palace, this is a great place to see how the locals shop and to pick up some fruit for your flight home. Depending on traffic, it usually takes 45 minutes to travel from Old Town to the airport.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Split to Split Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

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What’s included?

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 5 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits

Notes

A rental car is included for travel on days 2 and 3. Please note that gas expenses, highway tolls and parking fees are on your own account.