Croatia Walking Holiday

Day 1 – Travel to Croatia – Arrive in Dubrovnik

Upon arrival in Croatia, you will be met by your local representative and transferred by coach to your hotel in Dubrovnik, which will be your base for the next 2 nights. Dubrovnik is well known for its distinctive Old Town, encircled with massive stone walls dating back to the 16th century.

Accommodation

Overnight – 3 star hotel in Dubrovnik (2 nights)

Day 2 – Cilipi Village to Cavat

Walking from Cilipi Village to Cavtat

Morning

There will be an orientation meeting with your local guide to assess the group’s fitness levels before our first excursion. You will enjoy a guided walking tour beginning at Cilipi Village, walking to Mocici and onwards to the seaside town of Cavtat through the scenic landscape of Konavale, covering a distance of approximately 8km over mostly flat terrain and forest trails. A packed lunch will be included.

Distance 8 km / Duration 3 hours / Max altitude 170 m 

At Leisure

Evening

You will have the evening at leisure in Dubrovnik to spend as you wish. Explore the Old Town at your whim or relax in your hotel, the choice is yours.

Day 3 – Travel to the Peninsula of Peljesac & Walk the Ston Walls

Coach transfer & Ston walls

Morning

This morning, you will say goodbye to Dubrovnik for now and continue to the Peninsula of Peljesac. The second largest Croatian peninsula is 65 kilometres long and only 6 kilometres wide. Embark on an unforgettable journey through this magical region and experience its panoramas, picturesque villages, enchanting vineyards and beautiful beaches. A dreamy road across the Pelješac Bridge will take you to the land of the finest wine, delicious oysters and fragrant salt.

Your first stop will be Ston, approximately 1-hour drive from Dubrovnik. Ston is a settlement located at the south of the isthmus of the Pelješac peninsula. The walls of Ston are the longest preserved fortification system in Europe and stretch for five kilometres. The walls were built in the 14th century to protect the town of Ston, which was an important centre for salt production.

You will walk from Veliki Ston to Mali Ston around the ancient Ston Walls, including the steep parts of it and back to Veliki Ston. After free time for lunch in Ston, you will depart towards Orebic to your hotel.  

Distance 5 Km / Duration 2.5 hours / Max altitude 177m 

Accommodation

Overnight – 4 star hotel in Orebic (3 nights)

Day 4 – Walking in Orebic

Guided Walking tour of Orebic

Full Day

Today you will start from your hotel in Orebic and walk towards the Stankovic area and the Franciscan Convent, dating back to the 15th Century. You will follow the macadam road, pass olive and fig groves while enjoying stunning views of the Pelješac Channel and the islands of Korcula and Mljet. A packed lunch is included today. In the afternoon, you will walk along the coast and return to your hotel.

Distance 16 km / Duration 6hrs / Max altitude 246 m 

At leisure

Evening

Enjoy an evening at leisure in the village of Orebic. 

Day 5 – Walking Korcula Island

Korcula Island

Full day

You will set off from your hotel in Orebic to the Perna dock, where a private boat transfer will be waiting to take you to Korcula Island. Upon arrival to Korcula, you will walk towards and into the forest vegetation reserve Kocje, near the village of Zrnovo. A packed lunch is included for you today. 

In the afternoon, you will return to the town of Korcula where you will have free time to explore the magical labyrinth of streets built in the herringbone pattern and the charming palaces and squares. You will return to Perna by boat and walk back to the hotel where you can relax for the evening. 

Distance 14km / Duration 4.5 hours / Max altitude 227 m 

Day 6 – Peljesac Peninsula and Return to Dubrovnik

Peljesac Peninsula Vineyard & Winery

Morning

You will depart your hotel in Orebic and embark on a guided walking excursion through the vineyards of the Peljesac Peninsula. The walk will be approximately 4.5km on a flat gravel path before arriving at a local winery for wine tasting

Distance 4.5km / Duration: 1hr 15min / Max altitude 350 m

Transfer to Dubrovnik

Afternoon

In the afternoon, you will leave Orebic and continue by coach to Dubrovnik. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will have the rest of the afternoon and evening at leisure to spend as you wish.

Accommodation

Overnight – 3 star hotel in Dubrovnik (2 nights)

Day 7 – At Leisure in Dubrovnik

Free time

Full day

Today you will have a full day at leisure in Dubrovnik. You may relax at your hotel or take a trip to Lokrum Island, which is a densely wooded nature reserve with an interesting botanical garden and the remains of a Habsburg fortress. This can be booked locally and is a ten-minute ferry ride from Dubrovnik Old Town.

Day 8 – Return Home

Morning

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight home. 

The price for this travel package is from €1,489 per person* sharing.

A single supplement is applicable if you are travelling alone with prices varying depending on departure date.

A non-refundable deposit of €500 per person is due at time of booking, plus any optional supplements. The balance is due 12 weeks prior to travel. 

*Prices may vary depending on departure date 

What's Included:

• 7 nights’ accommodation: 4 nights in Dubrovnik and 3 nights in Orebic

• 5 days of guided walking, showcasing Croatia’s islands, coastline and countryside

• Free time to explore independently in Dubrovnik and Korcula Island

• Meals included: 7 breakfasts, 3 packed lunches and 7 evening meals

• Airport transfers in Croatia and all coach and boat transfers as per the itinerary

• Services of an experienced local walking guide

What's not Included:

• Travel insurance – this is a mandatory condition of the booking.

• Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and hotel staff (at your discretion).

Fitness and Health:

This walking holiday is designed for moderately experienced walkers and requires a good level of fitness and mobility. Daily walks range from approximately 4.5km to 16km and may include uneven terrain, forest paths, gravel tracks, coastal trails, ascents, descents and occasional steep sections, such as along historic stone walls.

You should be comfortable walking for up to 6 hours in a day, sometimes in warm weather, and able to manage your own balance on uneven surfaces. A reasonable level of stamina, sure-footedness, and overall good health is essential to fully enjoy this trip.