MULTI-ACTIVE TRIP TO CROATIA, BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA TOUR DESCRIPTION

Hike, sail & explore these three beautiful countries with this exhilarating 16 day tour!

The beauty of this tour is that it can be customized and adapted to the client’s wishes and interests. Get involved and interact with local people and with your local guides. Enjoy on this multi-active tour the natural beauty of the region while participating several different sporting challenges while you go at your pace. Gain, along the way a better understanding of the rich history, food and culture, and develop and appreciation for the beauty of Croatia, and Bosnia & Herzegovina.

We suggest for outdoor enthusiasts also out tour 10 day Paddle Croatia Adventure.

TOUR DETAILS

2022/2023 pricing and dates to be released in the fall, but please contact us for an estimate anytime

2020 Land Cost Per Person (double occupancy). Based on Four People:

$5,950

Available Departure Dates:

August 22nd, 2020

August 24th, 2020

Price Includes:

  • Hotel accommodation
  • Motor Coach or appropriate size vehicle
  • Sightseeing tours, and tour guide with private vehicle
  • Entrance fees to museums & parks
  • Transfers from/to airport
  • Local taxes

Price Does Not Include:

  • International airfare (unless otherwise arranged)
  • Departure and custom fees
  • Gratuities and individual daily expenses
  • Additional beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Trip cancellation
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Medical and luggage insurance are recommended for coverage against all unforeseen circumstances

Day 1 – Arrival:

Upon arrival, you will be transfered from the airport to a hotel in Sarajevo. Dependable on your time of arrival, the rest of the day will be either planned (for example, a short walking in the city center) or unstructured, so you settle down and/or go over jet lag (if needed). Even, friendly advise is to take some rest to be ready for days to come. Arrival in AM would give more time to take a break and have a late afternoon walking tour in the city center.

Overnight in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina (Dinner)

Day 2 – Sarajevo (Bosnia & Herzegovina):

Second day would be commited to explore Sarajevo. After breakfast, a day would start with exploring the city, from famous street Baščaršija and its stories, to the tunnel of hope, the War from 90’s and other historical sites. One well planed day in Sarajevo is enough time to see its most important sites and to get a sense of daily life. Leisure dinner in a local restaurant at your choice would be the best way to wrap up Sarajevo’s experience.

Overnight in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 3 – Sarajevo to Dubrovnik :

Departure from Sarajevo, heading towards Dubrovnik! On route we will have time to stop for a hike at Blidinje to take a breath of fresh air of the Bosnian mountains. Upon arrival to Dubrovnik you will be accommodated in a hotel close to the Old town.

Overnight in Dubrovnik, Croatia (Breakfast & Lunch)

Day 4 – Dubrovnik:

After breakfast, we leave for the Old Town. On our extended walking tour with a local guide we explore Dubrovnik, learning about the history of “The Pearl of the Adriatic” and discover why this part of Croatia is so special. In the afternoon we’ll head south to explore the Konavle region, a peaceful area with exceptional beaches only accessible by foot. The late afternoon is reserved for a visit to Mount Srđ, either by foot or cable car, for one of the most beautiful views of the sunset on the Adriatic.

Overnight in Dubrovnik, Croatia (Breakfast)

Day 5 – Sailing to Elafitski Island:

On the first day of sailing we’ll set off after breakfast for a full day sail with an experienced, knowledgeable, local skipper who will take you into the Adriatic sea to explore some nearby islands in the breathtaking archipelago, including Elafitski island. Along the way you may enjoy a swim, take a walk along the vegetation, and have lunch on the pristine beaches. Arriving back in Dubrovnik, you will finish up your expectational day by having a nice dinner in the Old Town.

Overnight in Dubrovnik, Croatia (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 6 – National Park Mljet to Makarska Riviera :

In the morning we will depart by boat to the National Park of Mljet. Upon arrival a guide will take us to the most beautiful sights of the Park and afterwards there will be enough time to explore the Park on your own, or take a break. In the afternoon we will return to Dubrovnik and depart for the Makarska Riviera.

Overnight in Makarska, Croatia (Breakfast)

Day 7 – Makarska to Split:

We’ll enjoy a leisurely morning in Makarska before heading towards Split with few stops along the way, on the coast and inland. Upon arrival in Split you will be transferred to your hotel in the city center. We’ll finish the evening walk in the old part of Split, bustling with shops and restaurants.

Overnight in Split, Croatia (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 8 – Sailing Brač and Hvar:

We’ll enjoy a full day of sailing to islands Brač and Hvar, two very different islands. Brač is a quiet national park while Hvar is best known as a summer resort with plenty of yachts and tourists. Wrap up the day with a leisurely dinner at a restaurant of your choice.

Overnight in Split, Croatia (Breakfast)

Day 9 – Split to Šibenik:

After breakfast we will head towards Šibenik, the oldest city in Croatia founded by Croatians. On the way there we will stop in a nearby artist colony and UNESCO site of Trogir. We will arrive in Šibenik in the early afternoon, will have plenty of time for a walking tour in the city center. Šibenik has two UNESCO sites, the cathedral of St. Jacob and the fortress from the 16th century.

Overnight in Šibenik, Croatia (Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 10 – National Park Krka & Skradin River:

The National Park Krka is an amazing place to explore by foot. The park is home to some of the most majestic waterfalls in all of Croatia. After exploring Krka we will go to see another small settlement, Skradin, before we go back to Šibenik.

Overnight in Šibenik, Croatia (Breakfast & Lunch)

Day 11 – Zlarin, Prvic & Krapanj:

Heading towards the end of this trip we will have another easy going day.  Taking a private boat we will visit several islands famous for corals and sponges. We will have plenty of time to explore each island. This day will also leave some extra time to explore Šibenik if there’s something you missed.

Overnight in Šibenik, Croatia (Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 12 – Šibenik to Zadar:

After breakfast we’ll set out for a day of hiking in the National Park Paklenica. This amazing place is very popular among climbers and hikers. Numerous hiking trails give plenty of options so we will tailor the day hike towards group ability and desire. Afterwards we will continue to Zadar.

Overnight in Zadar, Croatia (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 13 – National Park Kornati :

Today we will explore something special, National Park Kornati! It is one of the most beautiful national parks in Europe, and consists of a cluster of 89 islands. On this beautiful full day journey we will explore many great places by foot and by boat. We will see some amazing vistas and share with you local stories.We will arrive back in Zadar late in the afternoon.

Overnight in Zadar, Croatia (Breakfast & Lunch)

Day 14: National Park Plitvice

After breakfast we will head towards the National Park Plitvice. Along the way, we will  visit another the Memorial center of Nikola Tesla, and his birth place. To get to Plitvice we will drive through Lika, one of the least explored tourist areas in Croatia. With its many beautiful rivers, mountains, and valleys it is truly a gem to behold. We arrive to Plitvice in the late afternoon.

Overnight in Plitvice Lakes, Croatia (Breakfast & Lunch)

Day 15: National Park Plitvice

National Park Plitvice lakes is a series of 16 cascading lakes and waterfalls that offers extraordinary views. It really takes a whole day to explore this extraordinary place. This National Park is one of the most visited in Croatia but for a reason so it’s good to be among first visitors in the morning! After exploring the park we will start to head to Zagreb capital of Croatia.

Overnight in Zagreb, Croatia (Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 16:

After breakfast, dependable on your travel plan, you can either explore a little bit more of the city or head towards the airport/next destination.

(Breakfast)

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Kutrubes Travel also offers a variety of other tours throughout this region. Contact us for detailed itineraries and descriptions.