• Discover southern and northern islands of the Croatian coast

• Start in magical Dubrovnik and visit the island of Korčula

• Learn about history and natural beauty of Brijuni National Park

• Taste traditional specialties and excellent Croatian wine on Hvar

• Visit the famous Amphitheater in ancient Pula.

Croatian Islands is a small group tour offering a distinctive way of exploring the southern and northern islands of the Croatian coast. You will learn about Croatia’s fascinating history and culture traveling through its many islands, meeting with locals, and tasting traditionally prepared meals. To make your impression and taste of Croatia complete, we take you to the must see places such as Korčula , Hvar, Vis, Dubrovnik, Pula and Poreč, as well as Brijuni National Park. So, join our Jauntee Croatian Islands tour today and experience the most of the Adriatic coast!

Day 1: Dubrovnik

After arriving at Dubrovnik Airport, transfer to your hotel. You will meet your tour director during a lovely welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Return to your hotel for overnight. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (D)

Day 2: Dubrovnik

Drenched in sparkling sunshine and rife with mild Mediterranean breezes, Dubrovnik is a lush region of mysterious coves, forested islands and idyllic beaches. You will marvel at the limestone bricks of the walled Old City which gleam like marble in the moonlight. With it's sharp detailing and unique architecture, its many quaint buildings showcase an artistic heritage depicting a vast landscape of lovely sea, sky and hills. In Dubrovnik you will visit the extraordinarily beautiful cloister at the Franciscan Monastery, home to one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, having remained open since the time of 1317. In addition to this, you will enjoy the artistic treasures of the Assumption of the Virgin, and also explore the Rector's Palace and XIV century Dominican Monastery. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B)

Day 3: Dubrovnik/Korčula

A complete day trip to Korčula is an incredible chance to explore entirely one of Croatia's most beautiful islands. Spend the day in a company of your local tour guide exploring the birthplace of Marco Polo. Then visit the Abbot’s Treasury and discover all about the Moreška sword dance. Korcula offers some of the best wines which you will have a change to taste during our organized lunch of island specialties in one of town’s fine restaurants. Overnight in Korčula. (B & L)

Day 4: Korčula/Hvar

This morning we will ferry over to the island of Hvar. Hvar has one of the first communal theaters in Europe, built in 1612, called the Arsenal. There is also the famous “Tvrdalj” Palace of Petar Hektorović, not to be missed. Spend the rest of the day exploring this charming town, enjoying the magical views of the neighboring islands and visiting some of the best local souvenir shops and restaurants. Overnight in Hvar. (B)

Day 5: Hvar/Vis/Hvar

Today we take a sailing trip to the unspoiled island of Vis. This island was an army base in former Yugoslavia, and it was not opened for tourism until 1989 when visitors came for the first time to discover that its natural beauty remained intact. Admire the lush vegetation of Vis Island with pine trees and citrus orchards as well as exotic species such as palm trees, cacti and a particularly rare silver palm tree. Much of the island is devoted to vineyards that produce the famous white wine, "Vugava" and the red wine "Plavac". Explore Vis town on your own an find out about interesting ruins from the Greek and Roman period, as well as villas and churches dating from the XVI and XVII centuries. Enjoy lunch served either aboard the sail boat or on the beautiful beach on Vis. Overnight in Hvar. (B & L)

Day 6: Hvar/Split/Krk

An exciting drive along the stunning Croatia’s coast towards Krk, the biggest island on the Adriatic is ahead of us. First we stop in Jurandvor near Baška, where we learn about Baška tablet (Croatian: Bašćanska ploča), one of the first monuments containing an inscription in the Croatian language, dating from the year 1100. The tablet was discovered by scholars in 1851 in the paving of the Romanesque church of St. Lucy (Sveta Lucija). Then we stop in Krk and stroll through the old town with Frankopan Castle and Cathedral. Later, we come to picturesque Vrbnik, where we have the opportunity to taste its well-known white wine Vrbnička žlahtina, home-made prosciutto & cheese in a traditional local konoba. Overnight in Krk. (B & L)

Day 7: Krk/Pula/Poreč

This morning we depart to the south of the Istrian peninsula to visit Pula, a city that has existed for three thousand years. The town has beautiful beaches spread over nearly one hundred miles of beautiful and indented coastline. Here you will learn about a story of mythical Argonauts, Romans, Venetians, Franks and the time of the Austrian and Hungarian Empire. We continue to Porec well know for its famous basilica of St. Euphrasius, a XII century UNESCO World Heritage site that features artwork, mosaics and stained glass. Overnight in Poreč. (B)

Day 8: Poreč/Brijuni/Poreč

Today we explore The Brijuni Archipelago National Park which comprises of Veli & Mali Brijun islands and twelve smaller isles. These islands have been an oasis of rest since the times of Antiquity. Consequently, quite apart from their natural beauties they are also the setting for interesting historical sites. Here we visit the remains of the Roman villa rustica from the I century B.C. in the bay of Verige, and the safari park. The tour also includes visits to the archaeological museum located in the Citadel building from the XVI century and the Church of St. Germaine with permanent exhibition of copies of frescoes and Glagolitic writings from Istra. We return to Porec for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Poreč. (B & D)

Day 9: Poreč

Tour ends. There is a free transfer to Zagreb airport available by Jauntee.