Join this awe-inspiring eight-day self-drive tour to unveil the gems of Croatia, Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Visit the famous cities of Dubrovnik and Split, as well as the lesser-known Mostar. Get lost through the medieval alleys and squares of Kotor. It's so easy to fall in love with this Adriatic beauty!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Dubrovnik: the lively city of Dubrovnik, protected by magnificent medieval walls, will conquer your heart through its fascinating number of landmarks, lively atmosphere, and inspiring culture.
Mostar: this enchanting medieval town will conquer your heart with its hidden gems and a picturesque stone arch bridge.
Split: framed by a beautiful mountain backdrop and relaxing aqua-coloured waters, and hosting some of the best Roman ruins in the world, this seaside Dalmatian town is definitely a must-see.
Day 1: ARRIVAL DUBROVNIK (20km – 30 min)
Arrive at Dubrovnik Airport, pick up your car and drive to the hotel for check-in. Start exploring the city at your own pace. Stroll Dubrovnik streets and search for the best things to see inside its protective walls. We suggest you join a sightseeing tour of the old town, one of the most beautiful medieval towns in the world. Protected by magnificent medieval walls, the atmospheric capital of the historic Republic of Ragusa is a treasure trove of palaces and churches. Built in stone and famous for its beautiful city walls and historical monuments, the city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 2: DUBROVNIK – KOTOR, MONTENEGRO (100km – 2.5hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel depart for Montenegro. Arrive in Kotor historically known as Cattaro, a coastal town in Montenegro located in a secluded part of the Bay of Kotor. Explore the old town of Kotor, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a beautiful labyrinth of cobbled streets filled with museums, churches, palaces and squares full of local cafes and restaurants surrounded by a medieval wall. Climb two thousand steps for breathtaking panoramic views of Kotor and enjoy Montenegrin dishes in the port area.
Overnight in Kotor.
Day 3: KOTOR – MOSTAR, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA (190km – 3.5hr)
After breakfast depart from Kotor toward Mostar. a city in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina. Located on the Neretva River, the city will amaze you with its incredible landscapes, architecture, customs, and lifestyle. Take a walk across the Old Bridge, explore narrow and winding streets, visit bazaar, Turkish house and beautiful mosque, and feel the magic of the Orient.
Overnight in Mostar.
Day 4: MOSTAR
After breakfast at the hotel free day to explore Mostar and its surroundings. We suggest driving to Medjugorje, a town located in southwestern Bosnia and Herzegovina. The town is part of the Pitlik municipality and geographically part of Herzegovina. Since 1981, it has become a popular site of Catholic pilgrimage due to Our Lady of Medugorje, a purported series of apparitions of Mary, mother of Jesus, to six local children that are supposedly still happening to this day.
Overnight in Mostar.
Day 5: MOSTAR – SPLIT REGION (170km – 3hrs)
After breakfast check out and leaving Mostar behind drive towards Split. Diocletian, a revolutionary emperor, fearless, but also more brutal than his predecessors, built a huge palace in the centre of Split. Today, this well-preserved palace is not only the centre of the city but is also a part of UNESCO’s World Heritage. The palace can be just one of your stops during the walks around the city. Enjoy your free time exploring the cobblestone streets, go shopping, have lunch at local restaurants or sip on coffee at the city's famous seafront.
Overnight in Split region.
Day 6: SPLIT REGION
After breakfast you can start exploring Trogir or even visit the National Park of Krka. Trogir is called a city museum because of its rich cultural heritage and intact authentic architecture. Dominating the city’s aesthetics, the 13th-century cathedral of St. Lawrence is one of the most beautiful Trogir monuments, famous for the Radovan portal, which is also the most important medieval portal in the eastern Adriatic and this part of Europe. The city loggia from the Renaissance, small narrow streets and squares, multiple restaurants, cafes, souvenir shops and galleries along with cultural and music events, give this town a Mediterranean atmosphere. National Park of Krka situated along the Krka River in southern Croatia, is known for a series of 7 waterfalls surrounded by unspoiled scenery and lush vegetation. Walking through trails, you can visit the ethnographic collection and an old mill.
Overnight in Split region.
Day 7: SPLIT REGION – DUBROVNIK (230km – 3hrs)
After breakfast drive back to Dubrovnik. Upon arrival check in and spend the rest of the day enjoying the city.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 8: DEPARTURE DUBROVNIK (20km – 30 min)
Spend your last morning in Croatia savouring your breakfast. After check-out drive back to Dubrovnik Airport where you will return the rental car and prepare for your return flight.
Comfortable and warm clothing is the most suitable for travelling. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
