Island hopping down the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia on public ferries and staying in hotels on some of the most beautiful islands you've ever seen. Your full time guide will take care of all the logistics for you, including your ferry tickets, transferring your luggage from one hotel to the next, introducing you to gorgeous islands and filling you in on all the best spots as you go. It's a perfect mix of sunshine, sea and idyllic island villages.
Late September is a beautiful time of the year to go. The weather is absolutely perfect and the water is still warm enough for swimming.
$3242 for the 9 day package all transfers between airports, piers, and hotels throughout the trip, three nights in the AC Hotel by Marriott Split within walking distance to the old town center, hotels on the islands of Brac, Hvar, Korcula, and Dubrovnik with luggage transfer between hotels, breakfast daily, a full time professional English speaking guide throughout the trip, all ferry tickets, winery tours and tastings, island tours, and a pre departure meeting and orientation before we go. So much is included in this tour!
International Airfare is not included, however there is a recommended itinerary so the group can travel together. We can assist you with booking your flight. As of April 19 current round trip international airfare between NYC and Split, Croatia is $882.
This small group tour will have a friendly and professional full-time English speaking tour guide and manager who will take very good care of you throughout the trip. I will not be personally going on the tour.
Prices are based on double occupancy. There is a single supplement fee of $899 for solo travelers wanting a private room.Transportation to JFK is available for an additional charge.
This is the perfect opportunity to experience the Dalmatian Coast, with it's mix of ancient and medieval art and architecture, stunning secluded island beaches, and some of the best fresh local seafood and wine on the planet. Croatia is quickly becoming one of my favorite destinations.
Split is a UNESCO World Heritage City for 40 years situated on the Adriatic Sea. It's Croatia's second largest city, a beautiful port town with easy access to the smaller towns and islands up and down the coast. Roman emperor Diocletian's palace still survives in the middle of the old city, and our hotel is within easy walking distance of the historic city center.
Hvar, Brac, Kocula & Bol We'll island hop our way south down the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia from Split to Dubrovnik, stopping to explore and enjoy each island along the way, with plenty of time for exploration, relaxing, swimming, eating and drinking, or whatever else you'd like to do!
Day 1 – Saturday September 12: Departure ✈ Head from the park n ride in Easton to JFK for Delta/KLM flight DL 46 departing at 6:25 pm and landing in Amsterdam Sunday morning.
Day 2 – Sunday September 13: Split After a short layover in Amsterdam board Delta/KLM flight 9394 to Split. Arrive in Split and head straight to your hotel. Your tour guide will welcome you to this wonderful city and get you checked in so you can spend the rest of your day enjoying the sights and sounds of Split. Overnight - AC Marriott Split
Day 3 – Monday September 14: Split to Bol, Brac After breakfast meet your tour guide and head to the ferry for your ride to Brac and the famous Zlatni Rat beach, only a 10 minute walk from your perfectly located hotel. The quaint village of Bol is just 10 minutes in the other direction. Overnight - Bluesun Hotel Elaphusa
Day 4 – Tuesday September 15: Hvar Next stop; Hvar. Probably the most well known and visited island along the coast with a mix of glamorous European summer vibes, rich history, and stunning island nature. Our home here is the 4 star Amfora Grand Beach Resort, tucked away in a tranquil bay, surrounded by a lush pine grove, and only a short ten minute walk from the historic city of Hvar. Overnight - Amfora Grand Beach Resort
Day 5 – Wednesday September 16: Korcula Korcula is well known for its world class wineries and cuisine. The walled, pedestrian-only Korčula Town is a gorgeous labyrinth of cobbled stone alleys, Venetian architecture, and seaside promenades. Overnight - Aminess Hotel Port 9 Day 6 – Thursday September 17: Peljesac Peninsula & Dubrovnik Today we head to wine country. The Peljesac peninsula is world renowned for its wines. We'll try some of their finest at the Vukas Winery. Then onto the gorgeous town of Ston for a quick stop before heading to our hotel in Dubrovnik. Overnight - Hotel Ivka
Day 7 - Friday September 18: Dubrovnik to Split After breakfast today we'll visit one of the most beautiful places on the Adriatic coastline, the old city of Dubrovnik. After exploring the old town and grabbing lunch we'll hop on our coach for the three hour drive north along the coast to Split, with a photo op stop on the way. Overnight - AC Marriott Split
Day 8 – Saturday September 19: Split After breakfast this morning you'll have the whole day free to take in the sights and sounds of Split. Or maybe take a 30 minute ride to visit the charming coastal town of Trogir. Or maybe just enjoy a spa day at the hotel. The choice is yours. Overnight - AC Marriott Split
Day 9 – Sunday September 20: Split - Home ✈ After a leisurely breakfast head to the airport for your 12:50 pm Delta/KLM flight 9248 to Amsterdam. After a brief layover board Delta/KLM flight 9358 arriving at JFK at 7:15 pm. You should be hoe before bedtime.
