Tours in Croatia by Secret Dalmatia

Dubrovnik

Croatia's southernmost jewel

Whether arriving by land or sea, the first glimpse of the towering walls and ramparts of Dubrovnik is undeniably one of the most awe-inspiring sights in Croatia. An unbelievable feat of medieval construction that contains a staggering amount of history, architectural treasures, and stories of triumph and tragedy, Dubrovnik is a city with soul, regardless of the steady flow of tourists that fill the town in the summer months. A city that has seen everything from a prosperous golden age to the devastation of war; if there is a destination in Croatia that begs for an insider’s story, it is Dubrovnik.

The pretty peninsula towns of Ston and Mali Ston are famed for their bounty of the highly valued Croatian product, the oyster. Harvested for generations in this region, small family run farms proudly uphold the practices and traditions that have made the region famous. Enjoy oysters lifted straight from the clear blue sea to your plate!  Experience the oyster harvest up close with a local fisherman – the essence of Dalmatia on a platter, enjoyed in the idyllic surroundings of the Pelješac peninsula inlets. Forget the restaurant, this the place to try one of Dalmatia’s most prized gastronomic treats followed by a seafood lunch on a quiet island. A superb day trip from Dubrovnik that takes you into both the stunning scenery of the region and up close with the friendly locals proud of their livelihood and heritage. Stop for oysters and lunch on your transfer between Split and Dubrovnik, or en route to the islands of Hvar or Korčula, or add it to our Pelješac wine tour. One of our most popular tours!

Available March to October

half day

easy

Dubrovnik

The pretty peninsula towns of Ston and Mali Ston are famed for their bounty of the highly valued Croatian product, the oyster. Harvested for generations in this region, small family run farms proudly uphold the practices and traditions that have made the region famous. Enjoy oysters lifted straight from the clear blue sea to your plate!  Experience the oyster harvest up close with a local fisherman – the essence of Dalmatia on a platter, enjoyed in the idyllic surroundings of the Pelješac peninsula inlets. Forget the restaurant, this the place to try one of Dalmatia’s most prized gastronomic treats followed by a seafood lunch on a quiet island. A superb day trip from Dubrovnik that takes you into both the stunning scenery of the region and up close with the friendly locals proud of their livelihood and heritage. Stop for oysters and lunch on your transfer between Split and Dubrovnik, or en route to the islands of Hvar or Korčula, or add it to our Pelješac wine tour. One of our most popular tours!

Available March to October

half day

easy

Dubrovnik

The small coastal village of Trsteno was once the summer retreat for the aristocracy of Dubrovnik where they built their gorgeous summer residences and villas. Only a 30-minute-drive from Dubrovnik, it feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle. Also known for the oldest Arboretum in this part of the world, a place where plants from all over the world celebrate unity in remarkable displays of shapes and colors, a visit to Trsteno recalls the oasis it once was. A glimpse into the past and the traditions of Dalmatian village life that still exist is made all the more special by learning and enjoying the secrets of traditional Dalmatian cooking in the beautiful ancestral villa, home and gardens of Katija!

Available May to October

half day

easy

Dubrovnik

The small coastal village of Trsteno was once the summer retreat for the aristocracy of Dubrovnik where they built their gorgeous summer residences and villas. Only a 30-minute-drive from Dubrovnik, it feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle. Also known for the oldest Arboretum in this part of the world, a place where plants from all over the world celebrate unity in remarkable displays of shapes and colors, a visit to Trsteno recalls the oasis it once was. A glimpse into the past and the traditions of Dalmatian village life that still exist is made all the more special by learning and enjoying the secrets of traditional Dalmatian cooking in the beautiful ancestral villa, home and gardens of Katija!

Available May to October

half day

easy

Dubrovnik

Despite the small size of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, its Sephardic synagogue has global significance in the history of Jewish culture in Europe and is considered the second oldest on the continent by the continuity of operation. With the first mentioned Jews arriving in Dubrovnik in the 1300s, the connection between these two merchant peoples continued to develop over the upcoming centuries. Although the Jewish community in Dubrovnik was always relatively small, its importance in the everyday life of the Republic was often significant. Travel back in time and explore the Jewish corner of “Pearl of the Adriatic”.

Available all year round

half day

easy

Dubrovnik

Despite the small size of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, its Sephardic synagogue has global significance in the history of Jewish culture in Europe and is considered the second oldest on the continent by the continuity of operation. With the first mentioned Jews arriving in Dubrovnik in the 1300s, the connection between these two merchant peoples continued to develop over the upcoming centuries. Although the Jewish community in Dubrovnik was always relatively small, its importance in the everyday life of the Republic was often significant. Travel back in time and explore the Jewish corner of “Pearl of the Adriatic”.

Available all year round

half day

easy

Dubrovnik

The entire Balkan region is a fascinating mix of tradition, ethnicity and heritage, where one’s experiences can vary from village to village, as proud communities uphold the traditions of their ancestors. The majestic Old town of Mostar is a unique slice of Europe’s multicultural history, with the gap between two entirely different communities spanned by an Ottoman Old Bridge over the River Neretva. Held by empires in centuries past, glossy of their influences evident in the architecture, traditions and the fabulous cuisine, enduring turbulent histories over and over again, Mostar is entirely unique.

Available all year round

full day

easy

Split, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo

The entire Balkan region is a fascinating mix of tradition, ethnicity and heritage, where one’s experiences can vary from village to village, as proud communities uphold the traditions of their ancestors. The majestic Old town of Mostar is a unique slice of Europe’s multicultural history, with the gap between two entirely different communities spanned by an Ottoman Old Bridge over the River Neretva. Held by empires in centuries past, glossy of their influences evident in the architecture, traditions and the fabulous cuisine, enduring turbulent histories over and over again, Mostar is entirely unique.

Available all year round

full day

easy

Split, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo

At an arm’s reach from the south of Croatia, Montenegro is a stunning variation of familiar sceneries with a tad bit of primeval interwoven between pockets of Venetian and Roman history and architecture. A landscape of mountains rising straight up from the sea to touch the clouds, intercepted only by a ribbon of road and an occasional picturesque village, this is also the largest bay of the Adriatic Sea, the Boka Bay. On a calm day the waters of the bay mirror the mountains and sky in duplicate perfection. In the very center, the town of Kotor poses shadowed by limestone cliffs, cloaked in both medieval and Venetian heritage and charming from both close and far. Gracing many bucket lists, Montenegro and its celebrated Bay of Kotor are show-stopping beauty from end to end.

Available all year round

full day

easy

Montenegro

At an arm’s reach from the south of Croatia, Montenegro is a stunning variation of familiar sceneries with a tad bit of primeval interwoven between pockets of Venetian and Roman history and architecture. A landscape of mountains rising straight up from the sea to touch the clouds, intercepted only by a ribbon of road and an occasional picturesque village, this is also the largest bay of the Adriatic Sea, the Boka Bay. On a calm day the waters of the bay mirror the mountains and sky in duplicate perfection. In the very center, the town of Kotor poses shadowed by limestone cliffs, cloaked in both medieval and Venetian heritage and charming from both close and far. Gracing many bucket lists, Montenegro and its celebrated Bay of Kotor are show-stopping beauty from end to end.

Available all year round

full day

easy

Montenegro

From the astounding panoramic views from Srđ hill to the seaside gem of Cavtat and the countryside of Konavle, the areas surrounding Dubrovnik are not just a pretty backdrop, but places full of history, culture and stories. Travelling east of Dubrovnik, enjoy the quintessential Mediterranean charm before immersing in the ancient traditions and the rustic flavors in a village tavern. Powered by fresh country air, explore from sea to sky with us, leaving with a wonderful insight into this lesser known region which graciously rewards all who make the effort to look.

Available all year round

full day

easy

Dubrovnik

From the astounding panoramic views from Srđ hill to the seaside gem of Cavtat and the countryside of Konavle, the areas surrounding Dubrovnik are not just a pretty backdrop, but places full of history, culture and stories. Travelling east of Dubrovnik, enjoy the quintessential Mediterranean charm before immersing in the ancient traditions and the rustic flavors in a village tavern. Powered by fresh country air, explore from sea to sky with us, leaving with a wonderful insight into this lesser known region which graciously rewards all who make the effort to look.

Available all year round

full day

easy

Dubrovnik

Magnificent Dubrovnik! Within the towering fortification walls of Dubrovnik, there is a wonderful amount of history, art, architecture and culture to take in, but it is the personal stories and insights of the people of Dubrovnik that will affect you and give you a true sense of the city’s remarkable existence. From ancient to modern, triumph and tragedy, your private guided walking tour will take you around the most significant landmarks, but engage you with first-hand accounts and stories of what life in Dubrovnik was like through history to the present day.

Available all year round

half day

easy

Dubrovnik

Magnificent Dubrovnik! Within the towering fortification walls of Dubrovnik, there is a wonderful amount of history, art, architecture and culture to take in, but it is the personal stories and insights of the people of Dubrovnik that will affect you and give you a true sense of the city’s remarkable existence. From ancient to modern, triumph and tragedy, your private guided walking tour will take you around the most significant landmarks, but engage you with first-hand accounts and stories of what life in Dubrovnik was like through history to the present day.

Available all year round

half day

easy

Dubrovnik