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Solo-ish Croatia

8 days, Dubrovnik to Split

Map of the route for Solo-ish Croatia
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Itinerary

Day 1Dinner Party: Dubrovnik

Welcome to Dubrovnik. Meet your included arrival transfer at the airport, then join your CEO and fellow travellers for a welcome meeting before being immersed in the local cooking demonstration and farmhouse dinner. Dive head first into Croatia with delicious flavours and new friends.

Dubrovnik is located on the stunning Adriatic sea, known for medieval architecture, UNESCO-listed Old Town, and ancient city walls. If you have extra time, we recommend staying longer to enjoy everything this city has to offer.

Arrival Transfer
Dubrovnik Airport – Dubrovnik30m-42m22km

You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Dinner Party: Konavle Baking Demonstration and Dinner

With its lush, scenic landscapes, Croatia's Konavle Valley is a must see. Visit a family-run agroturizam villa surrounded by Mediterranean gardens and sweeping views of the Adriatic Sea. Meet our local hosts and walk through their beautiful property, and learn about the history and culture of the valley. Explore the lush gardens and pick fresh fruits and vegetables before enjoying a baking demonstration. Then, sit down for a traditional lunch of local hams, cheeses, breads, and wines.

Meals included:

Dinner

Day 2We Day: Dubrovnik

Today is all about exploration, history, conservation, and empowerment. Set out into Dubrovnik this morning with a CEO-led orientation walk through the Lapad residential area before a visit to the Red History Museum. Learn of the region's communist history before venturing to the Maritimo Recycling project. Tour the facility and discuss the mission, then head over to Desa, a community-based program focussing on female empowerment. Finish off with free time to explore old town however you wish.

We Day: Highlights and History of Dubrovnik

With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. Immerse yourself in Dubrovnik's vibrant energy and culture, setting off on foot and seeing the residential areas of Lapad and Gruz, learning about life in the city, and Croatia as a whole, in communist times. Finish up at the Red History museum where you're free to explore on your own, digging deeper into the Croatia's intricate past.

Your G for Good Moment: Maritimo Recycling

Check out the environmentally-focused Maritimo Recycling, which turns plastic waste from the Adriatic Sea into useful products like fishing lures, sunglasses, and jewelry. The proceeds from the 3D printed products fund future sea cleanups, to create more products, to fund more cleanups, to... well, you get the point!

Your G for Good Moment: DEŠA Women's Centre Visit

DEŠA is a women's non-profit, founded during the homeland war in Dubrovnik. It is dedicated to empowering and employing women in the area. From their headquarters in Dubrovnik's Old Town, DEŠA runs victim support for survivors of domestic abuse through computer classes, language lessons, cultural preservation activities, and other inspiring programs. During your visit, you will learn about the powerful work undertaken by the women of DEŠA and their network across Croatia working to preserve traditional foods and handicrafts.

Dubrovnik Old Town Walk
Dubrovnik2h 1-2km

Set off on a walk through old town with a local guide at the helm. Learn of the intricate history and enjoy the city walls up close and personal.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3G Day: Dubrovnik from all Angles

Prepare to experience what G does best and experience an epic day in Dubrovnik with a surprise G twist occurring somewhere along the way. Take to the water on an iconic sea kayak experience, gaining a completely unique perspective of this incredible city. Gaze at the ancient stronghold, jump in for some snorkelling, and visit the secluded Betina Cave, tucked into the Adriatic coastline. Return to the hotel for free time over lunch, then join your new friends on the famous cable car and travel to the top of Mt. Srd. On a clear day, you can see up to 60 km (37 miles) - the reason the neighbouring Imperial Fortress was strategically built, back in the 19th century. Here you have time to grab a drink, visit the War Museum, or just wander around and enjoy the view before returning to the city's old town.

G Day: Dubrovnik: From the Sea to the Sky

With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the world's coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to an 11. Start the day by heading down to the water where you'll hop into sea kayaks with a local instructor, and set off around the city walls. Don a mask and catch a glimpse at life underwater with some snorkelling, and stop off at the famous Betina Caves. Afterwards, relax for a couple of hours over lunch before taking to the skies on a cable car to Mt. Srd. Take in unparalleled views of the stunning coastal city before heading back down for the evening.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Dubrovnik/Korčula

Set off from Dubrovnik this morning for a scenic trip along the Adriatic coast. Stop first in the historic town of Ston, famous for its city wall which is second in length only to the Great Wall of China. Learn about oyster farming and hear curiosities about the local people and customs. Next, drive along the scenic Pelješac Peninsula and stop for lunch with a wine tasting and winery tour with the family owners. Afterwards, catch the ferry to the island of Korčula, your home for the next two nights. After check-in at the hotel, join your CEO on an orientation walk of town and point out some of the best beaches in the area.

Private Vehicle
Dubrovnik – Ston1h55km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Ston Visit
Ston-1h

Wander the town of Ston with your CEO and see the massive and historic city wall. Learn about oyster farming and the local customs with your CEO.

Private Vehicle
Ston – Pelješac15m15km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Your Foodie Moment: Pelješac Winery Tour and Tasting

Stop for lunch and a wine tasting at a local, family run winery. Tour the facility, connect with the family, and experience some of the flavours for yourself.

Private Vehicle
Pelješac – Orebić45m42km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Ferry
Orebić – Korčula15m15km

Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

Orientation Walk of Korčula
Korčula15m 1km

Get your bearings of Korčula on a short orientation walk on the way to the hotel after arriving from Dubrovnik.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 5Me Day: Korčula

Rumoured to be the birthplace of Marco Polo, famous for wine, olive oil, and stunning natural landscapes, Korcula can only be described as a paradise. Today is yours to fill however you like. Choose to join your CEO on public bus to Lumbarda, a small fishing village located on the eastern tip of the island, known for 'Grk' wine production and artist community. Visit the local wineries and try some wine, or spend the day on your own relaxing on the beach, visiting local cafes, or visiting any other local attraction that caught your eye.

Korcula Me Day
Korčula

Travelling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time for yourself to recharge, refresh, and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for an incredible activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.

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Optional Activities - Day 5 HideShow

Vela Przina Beach
Korčula

Relax on the beach near Lumbarda. Sand, warm water, and a volleyball court, this beach is perfect for a low key day.

Korcula Town Walls
Korčula

Go back in time and walk in ancient footsteps along the fortified city walls.

Korčula Town Museum
Korčula

Located in a 16th-century Renaissance palace is chock full of local history and culture.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 6Korčula/Split

All aboard! Set out from Korčula to Split on a breezy catamaran. Upon arrival in Split, join your CEO for a walk to the old town where you'll meet with a local guide, eager to show you the sights. Split, a stunning walled city is best known for the iconic palace commissioned by the Roman emperor, Diocletian. The old town is compact and walkable, and steeped with history. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon and evening free to continue exploring and to relax.

Ferry
Korčula – Split3h145km

Hop on a ferry from Korčula to Split.

Walking Tour of Split with Local Guide
Split1h30m

Explore Split's historic Old Town on a walking tour, where you'll discover the grandeur of Diocletian's Palace, stroll through charming cobblestone streets, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the Riva promenade, all while soaking in the rich history and stunning architecture of this UNESCO-listed city.

Free Time
Split Evening

There's plenty to see and do; now is your time to explore.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7Split

Set off for Krka National park this morning. Lace up your walking shoes and head into the lush forests and along the river, enjoying a series of spectacular waterfalls before returning to Split for a free evening and an optional farewell dinner. Spend one final evening with your new friends before travelling onward tomorrow.

Private Vehicle
Split – Krka1h60km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Krka National Park Hike
Krka2h 4-5km

Set off with your CEO for a hike in the Krka National Park. This is a moderate trail that offers a very scenic walk through lush forests and along the Krka River. The highlight is the breathtaking Skradinski Buk waterfall. The terrain is a mix of compact dirt and paved section, with an elevation gain/loss of approximately 100m.

Private Vehicle
Krka – Split1h60km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time
Split Evening

There's plenty to see and do; now is your time to explore.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 8Split

You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Solo-ish Croatia

| 8 days - Dubrovnik to Split - from $2449 USD