About the trip
Sea kayak in pristine waters, bike through medieval towns, and embrace vibrant Mediterranean culture on our Croatia Dalmatian Coast Adventure Tour 'Azure'. You've likely seen pictures of the Dalmatian Coast, with orange roofed houses dotting magnificent coastlines and beauty stretching beyond where the eye can see. Explore the best of it on our 6-day Croatia Dalmatian Coast adventure tour. After meeting your fellow travellers in Split, you'll board a ferry and head to Hvar Island. Your home for the next few nights, you'll enjoy biking through stunning Venetian Renaissance architecture, sea kayaking around the Pakleni Otoci islands and sampling local food. Next, take a private boat to Korčula island, where spectacular views of the Adriatic sea await. Bike through olive groves, snorkel in the warm Mediterranean waters and relax over wine-tasting at a local vineyard. If you're ready for a true hiking vacation, hop aboard our Croatia Dalmatian Coast Adventure Tour.
Meals
5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Max. Group Size
18
Guide Languages
English
Highlights
- Ferry to Hvar Island, cycle Jelsa and Vrboska
- Sea kayak the peaceful Pakleni Otoci Islands
- Cycle Korčula Island
- Hike and explore Pelješac Peninsula
- Buggy safari on Lumbarda beach, snorkel and wine tasting
Meals
5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Accommodation
Hotel Adriana
Included in the price
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Ferry To Hvar Island, Cycle Jelsa And Vrboska
- We meet in the morning in Split before we ferry to beautiful Hvar Island, disembarking at the quaint harbor town of Stari Grad, home to the fortified Tvrdalj castle, the impressively restored Bianchini Palace and a Dominican monastery. Mount up and pedal to Jelsa, admiring the octagonal Renaissance Church of Saint John and the turquoise, pine-fringed waters of Mina Bay and Grebišce. Continue on to Vrboska, also known as “Little Venice” for its plethora of small bridges. Explore the sixteenth-century church of Saint Mary of Charity and the Renaissance works of Veronese and Bassano at the Church of Saint Lawrence. Finish your ride in Hvar, whose long waterfront promenade, yacht-lined quays, traffic-free marble streets, and tasteful harbor-front bars and cafés offer the perfect retreats for relaxing and people watching. Explore beautifully ornamented Gothic palaces, a Franciscan cloister, and a historic arsenal before climbing to a Spanish fort for spectacular views of the city at sunset. This evening we gather for a festive welcome dinner.
- Meal: Lunch, dinner
- Stari Grad to Hvar Biking Distance: Up to 43.5 kilometres (up to 27 miles), easy to moderately strenuous
Day 2: Sea Kayak The Peaceful Pakleni Otoci Islands
- This morning we set off to explore the peaceful Pakleni Otoci Islands by sea kayak. Scattered off the southwest coast of Hvar and blanketed in the low pine forest, the archipelago originally derived its name from the native paklina, a pine resin once used as a ship sealant. Paddle the idyllic bays of Marinkovac Island and savour the ubiquitous scent of pine, lavender, and rosemary as you coast along the sandy beach at Sv. Klement Island. This evening, enjoy a cooking class and dinner at a local restaurant, and try your hand at a Croatian speciality such as ćevapčiči (spiced sausages) with ajvar sauce, mussels, and black risotto.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Sea Kayak Pakleni Otoci Islands: 3.5 hours including lunch, easy
Day 3: Cycle Korčula Island
- Travel by private boat from Hvar Town to Vela Luka on Korčula Island for a day of biking. Set on a tiny peninsula on the Pelješac channel, Korčula was first home to Slavic pirates who used the island as a base from which to attack passing ships; in the year 1000, it was taken over by Venice, marking the start of an 800-year on-and-off Venetian rule. Today, the island is renowned for its gorgeous, white quarried stone, countless secluded bays, small, uninhabited islands and breathtaking views. Make a stop in Smokvica to enjoy lunch as a group. Explore several small villages on today’s ride, which culminates in the medieval walled town of Korčula, whose Old Quarter boasts a harmonious mix of 15th century Gothic and 16th century Renaissance trimmings. Visit the home of Marco Polo, Saint Mark’s Cathedral with paintings by Tintoretto, the Town Museum, and the Byzantine Icon Museum. Feast on some fresh and authentic Croatian seafood tonight at Restaurant Riblji.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Korčula Island Biking Distance: Up to 48 kilometres (up to 30 miles)
Day 4: Hike And Explore Pelješac Peninsula
- Travel by private boat to Pelješac Peninsula, home to two of Croatia’s best wines, the hearty Dingač and Postup reds. Hike the trails and forests along the narrow peninsula, affording fine views of the crystal-clear, blue-green waters of the sea bordered by cypresses. Visit the fifteenth-century Franciscan Monastery and admire the votive gifts which for centuries were donated by sailors after being saved from shipwreck, storms or pirates. Fuel up at a group lunch in a very special place before descending into the town Orebič for our boat ride back to Korčula. Why not swim in the Adriatic from the beach near the hotel? Dinner this evening is on your own.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Pelješac Peninsula Hiking Distance: 8 kilometres (5 miles), easy
Day 5: Buggy Safari On Lumbarda Beach, Snorkel And Wine Tasting
- Today we start with an exciting buggy safari heading for Lumbarda beach. Follow your guides along the coastal gravel roads above Lumbarda and Žrnovo villages, pausing to admire the spectacular views and to swim and snorkel in two hidden bays. Admire the tranquil waters and look for wildlife as you enjoy lunch on the boat. Enjoy a wine tasting before making your way back to Korčula Town by bike. This evening we gather for a delectable farewell dinner.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Korčula Town to Racisce Biking Distance: Up to 33.8 kilometres (up to 21 miles), easy
Day 6: Head Back To Dubrovnik, Depart For Home
- Enjoy one last breakfast before you are transferred to the Dubrovnik airport or Dubrovnik town. Most will opt to spend a night in Dubrovnik to explore its picturesque town centre which has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Meals: Breakfast
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