Introduction to Croatia
(6 Days)
Split, Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik in Depth
(6 Days)
Dubrovnik with nearby islands & Peljesac Peninsula
Introduction to the Dalmatian Coast
(6 Days)
Dubrovnik, Korcula
Croatia in a Week
(7 Days)
Split & Hvar, Korcula, Dubrovnik
Essence of the Dalmatian Coast
(8 Days)
Split, Hvar & Korcula, Dubrovnik
Highlights of Croatia
(9 Days)
Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split & Hvar, Dubrovnik
Croatia by Yacht
(11 Days)
Split, Hvar & nearby islands, Korcula & nearby islands, Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik & Montenegro
(6 Days)
Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Best of the Dalmatian Coast & Montenegro
(10 Days)
Split, Hvar & Korcula, Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Introduction to Croatia & Montenegro
(8 Days)
Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Best of Croatia, Slovenia & Istria
(12 Days)
Zagreb, Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Portoroz, Brda, Piran, Bale, Plitvice Lakes National Park
Culinary Tour of Slovenia & Croatia
(12 Days)
Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Istria, Split, Dubrovnik
Active Tour of Slovenia & Croatia
(10 Days)
Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik
Journey through Slovenia, Croatia & Montenegro
(16 Days)
Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split & Hvar, Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Best of Croatia & Greece
(13 Days)
Dubrovnik & Korcula, Hvar & Pakleni Islands, Athens, Santorini
(13 Days – Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Dubrovnik & Korcula, Hvar & Pakleni Islands, Athens, Santorini
This private luxury tour combines cultural touring in Dubrovnik and Athens with the best of the beautiful islands of Hvar and Santorini.
Begin in Dubrovnik, a beautiful historic city overlooking the Adriatic Sea. With your expert private guide, explore the highlights of the Old City of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with medieval city walls, white limestone streets, and well-preserved Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Walk atop the ramparts, visit historic palaces and monasteries, and explore the most interesting neighborhoods and backstreets. Also browse for unique crafts, olive oil and other Croatian specialties at local shops.
Continue by private boat cruise to Hvar, one of the most beautiful and sunniest islands in the Adriatic Sea. En route, stop on the island of Korcula to explore the narrow streets and small squares of medieval Korcula Town, which has Greek and Venetian roots. See architectural and cultural highlights such as the Marco Polo House and Cathedral of St. Mark. During private touring on Hvar, explore Hvar Town, a picturesque collection of stone buildings around a natural harbor with crystal clear water, including highlights such as the Arsenal and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Perhaps also learn about local lace-making traditions or climb to a hilltop fortress for panoramic views over the town and waterfront. One day, enjoy a private cruise among the Pakleni Islands, an attractive archipelago of rocky shores and pine forests. Also enjoy time to relax at your resort on Hvar and browse local shops. Artisans of Leisure can arrange additional activities such as touring the historic town of Stari Grad, tasting local wines and olive oils, and driving into the mountains to visit tavernas and see abandoned villages, olive groves, fruit orchards and lavender fields.
Return to Dubrovnik for a night. En route, tour the mountainous peninsula of Peljesac. Enjoy private wine tastings at local wineries, and meet a local oyster farmer and sample some fresh seafood. Also see the ancient salt pans and impressive city walls in the seaside village of Ston.
Next, fly to Athens, the capital of Greece and a showcase of ancient civilization. During private touring with your expert guide, visit the city’s top sights such as the breathtaking Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient ruins (including the Parthenon), and the wonderful Acropolis Museum. Also explore the Agora, local markets, and the charming, taverna-lined Plaka neighborhood. Depending on your interests, other options include riding the funicular up Mount Lycabettus or visiting specialty museums such as the Benaki Museum, Museum of Cycladic Art, National Museum of Contemporary Art and Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. There will also be time to enjoy the city’s excellent restaurants and lively neighborhoods.
Continue to unforgettable Santorini, a beautiful volcanic island with dramatic landscapes, and stay in a luxury resort overlooking the caldera. During private touring, visit the photogenic clifftop village of Oia, enjoy a wine tasting of Santorini’s refreshing white and rose wines, and tour the fascinating ruins of the ancient city of Akrotiri. Also enjoy time at leisure to relax at your resort. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can arrange additional touring and activities, such as horseback riding, hiking or biking along the wine routes. One afternoon, enjoy a private boat excursion in the caldera with opportunities for swimming and stopping at the island's distinctive black- and red-sand beaches.
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Introduction to Croatia
(6 Days)
Split, Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik in Depth
(6 Days)
Dubrovnik with nearby islands & Peljesac Peninsula
Introduction to the Dalmatian Coast
(6 Days)
Dubrovnik, Korcula
Croatia in a Week
(7 Days)
Split & Hvar, Korcula, Dubrovnik
Essence of the Dalmatian Coast
(8 Days)
Split, Hvar & Korcula, Dubrovnik
Highlights of Croatia
(9 Days)
Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split & Hvar, Dubrovnik
Croatia by Yacht
(11 Days)
Split, Hvar & nearby islands, Korcula & nearby islands, Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik & Montenegro
(6 Days)
Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Best of the Dalmatian Coast & Montenegro
(10 Days)
Split, Hvar & Korcula, Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Introduction to Croatia & Montenegro
(8 Days)
Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Best of Croatia, Slovenia & Istria
(12 Days)
Zagreb, Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Portoroz, Brda, Piran, Bale, Plitvice Lakes National Park
Culinary Tour of Slovenia & Croatia
(12 Days)
Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Istria, Split, Dubrovnik
Active Tour of Slovenia & Croatia
(10 Days)
Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik
Journey through Slovenia, Croatia & Montenegro
(16 Days)
Ljubljana & Lake Bled, Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split & Hvar, Dubrovnik, Montenegro
Best of Croatia & Greece
(13 Days)
Dubrovnik & Korcula, Hvar & Pakleni Islands, Athens, Santorini
We had a fantastic time in Croatia. We really enjoyed all of our guides and the logistics were perfectly designed to fit everything we wanted to see into a short amount of time. Thank you so much for your expert planning!
~S.L., Bellevue, WA
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Walking the Walls of Dubrovnik
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