• Discover the most romantic cities of Italy and Croatia

• Start in dazzling Venice and admire the art, architecture & good wine

• Visit Lovran, a lovely seaside resort on the Adriatic sea

• Enjoy a full day excursion to Pula and Poreč

• Engage in refreshing hiking tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park

• Explore the Dalmatian towns of Split & Trogir

• Find out everything about the island of Korčula

• Come to Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic
  

Venice and Dubrovnik tour includes highlights of Italy’s and Croatia’s most romantic cities; Venice, Lovran & Dubrovnik plus a private day tour to the historic town of Pula & Split and Trogir, and a memorable visit to the island of Korčula.

Begin in Venice and spend two nights at your luxurious hotel. Enjoy a private walking tour of favorite local neighborhoods, museums, architectural landmarks, outdoor markets and specialty shops. Discover the best of Venice—whether you are interested in a “secret itineraries” tour of the Doge’s Palace, learning about the Eastern architectural influence of many of Venice’s buildings, shopping for high quality glass, or simply discovering hidden neighborhoods and sampling specialties at local wine bars, each day will be tailored to your interests.

Next, depart by private car and chauffer for Lovran, a lovely seaside resort on the northern part of the Adriatic cost. Spend tow nights in Lovran at your elegant boutique hotel with amazing sea view, and enjoy a taste of best truffles served by the villa’s own chef. Spend one day on a full day flexible private walking tour of the Roman ruins in Pula and experience the Istrian Peninsula according to your interests. You might like to explore the market squares and artisan workshops in Pula and Porec. Enjoy plenty of free time for leisurely meals and time to stroll along the sea and shop for local specialties and souvenirs.

Drive through the rugged Lika region to the amazing Plitvice Lakes National Park. Enjoy the refreshing hiking tour of the Lakes and admire the stunning views of the waterfalls. Break for lunch for a bite of tasteful locally raised roasted lamb with potatoes with a glass of locally brewed beer.

Continue to the seaside town of Split. Spend a day enjoying a private walking tour of Diocletian Palace in Split, browse craft markets, art galleries and local shops. Perhaps take a drive to the charming town of Trogir and explore its wealth of art. Enjoy excellent local dining in many of Trogir’s restaurants. Transfer by ferry to the island of Korcula which undoubtedly holds a privileged position among the Croatian islands. Experience the narrow streets, beautiful churches and magnificent palaces in one of the best preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean.

Your journey concludes in Dubrovnik where you will spend two nights at the boutique hotel More with stunning views of the Adriatic. Start slowly with a private walking tour of Dubrovnik Old Town and its museums, architectural landmarks, outdoor markets and local specialty shops. Perhaps take a full day excursion of the Dubrovnik countryside in Konavle region and learn how life used to be hundreds of years ago in small villages around Dubrovnik.

Day 1: Arrive Venice

Depart United States to eternal Venice, Italy. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Ruzzini Palace, Venice, (B).

Day 2: Venice

Enjoy a private walking tour of favorite local neighborhoods, museums, architectural landmarks, outdoor markets and specialty shops. Discover the best of Venice - whether you are interested in a “secret itineraries” tour of the Doge’s Palace, learning about the Eastern architectural influence of many of Venice’s buildings, shopping for high quality glass, or simply discovering hidden neighborhoods and sampling specialties at local wine bars, each day will be tailored to your interests.
Ruzzini Palace, Venice, (B).

Day 3: Venice/Lovran

Depart by private car and chauffer for Lovran, a lovely seaside resort on the northern part of the Adriatic cost. Afternoon at leisure.
Villa Astra, Lovran, (B).

Day 4: Lovran/Pula/Lovran

Spend one day on a full day flexible private walking tour of the Roman ruins in Pula and experience the Istrian Peninsula according to your interests. You might like to explore the market squares and artisan workshops in Pula and Porec. Enjoy plenty of free time for leisurely meals and time to stroll along the sea and shop for local specialties and souvenirs. Villa Astra, Lovran, (B).

Day 5: Lovran/Plitvice/Split

Drive through the rugged Lika region to the amazing Plitvice Lakes National Park. Enjoy the refreshing hiking tour of the Lakes and admire the stunning views of the waterfalls. Break for lunch for a bite of tasteful locally raised roasted lamb with potatoes with a glass of locally brewed beer. Hotel Vestibul, Split, (B).

Day 6: Split/Trogir/Split

Split is the largest city along the Adriatic coast. Visit the palace of the 4th Century Roman Emperor Diocletian. Browse food and craft markets, galleries and unique shops. Or spend quality time lounging along the beach or strolling the beautiful serene sunlit sea. Hotel Vestibul, Split, (B).

Day 7: Split/Korčula

Ferry will take you to Vela Luka and your driver will take you on a scenic ride towards Korčula. Stop for a wine tasting in one of the many local wineries. Lešić-Dimitri Palace, Korčula, B.

Day 8: Korčula

Find out everything about the birthplace of Marco Polo and learn all about Moreška sword dance. Enjoy lunch at a typical Dalmatian restaurant offering stunning views of the Adriatic and the wine growing region of Pelješac peninsula. Lešić-Dimitri Palace, Korčula, B.

Day 9: Korčula/Dubrovnik

Traveling towards Dubrovnik along the Pelješac peninsula offers an excellent opportunity for the wine tasting and for some fresh oysters in Ston, known for it's oyster beds and 4000 year old salt production.
Hilton Imperial, Dubrovnik, B.

Day 10: Dubrovnik

Start slowly with a private walking tour of Dubrovnik Old Town and its museums, architectural landmarks, outdoor markets and local specialty shops. Perhaps take a full day optional tour of the Dubrovnik countryside in Konavle region and learn how life used to be hundreds of years ago in small villages around Dubrovnik. Hilton Imperial, Dubrovnik, B.

Day 11: Dubrovnik

Day at leisure. Optional Montenegro tour available.
Hilton Imperial, Dubrovnik, B.

Day 12: Dubrovnik/USA

Depart for the U.S.