Venice & Croatia Private Tour

Your trip begins in the Italian city built on water. Upon your arrival at Venice Marco Polo Airport, you’ll be met by your private driver for transfer to your hotel. Take time to settle in and get refreshed before enjoying a preview on your own – there are few more romantic places than Venice. Stroll through the cobbled alleyways hand-in-hand, stealing kisses in hidden corners as you discover its delights.

• Preferred Hotel Sina Palazzo Sant'Angelo, Venice

This morning meet our expert local guide at iconic St. Mark’s Square for this tour that will give you a taste of what Venice has to offer. Start by admiring the impressive gothic-style Doge’s Palace and then visit the famous Bridge of Sighs which connects the place to what once was a prison. Continue your tour by marveling at the clock and bell towers that are part of the cathedral adjacent to the Loggetta, and the Marciana Library. Next, your guide will lead you on a stroll through the narrow, winding streets of the city to the Grand Canal and the Rialto.

• Preferred Hotel Sina Palazzo Sant'Angelo, Venice

Your private driver/guide will bring you to your next destination, the romantic city of Rovinj on the west coast of the Istrian peninsula. Along the way, you’ll stop in Trieste, nestled between Slovenia’s border at the Adriatic coast in northeast Italy. You’ll see many Slovenian, Austro-Hungarian, and Italian influences here before continuing to your hotel in Rovinj. Once you’ve checked in, stretch your legs with a stroll along the cobble streets to the hilltop church of St. Euphemia which offers a spectacular panoramic view.

• Preferred Hotel Spirito Santo Palazzo Storico, Rovinj

Enjoy some of the most enchanting sights and delicious tastes of Istria on today’s tour, starting in the medieval town of Labin, where you’ll enjoy dazzling views across the Adriatic. Afterward visit a series of typically Istrian wineries, where you will taste delicious wines and local snacks, surrounded by the gorgeous landscapes of rural northern Croatia. Continue to the enchanting hilltop town of Motovun, for a sightseeing tour and then a further wine tasting accompanied by rare and delectable truffle products.

• Preferred Hotel Spirito Santo Palazzo Storico, Rovinj

After an early breakfast you will depart from Rovinj as our private driver transfers you to your next stop – Plitvice Lakes. Enjoy a light lunch and then set off to explore this magnificent UNESCO listed gem. The park consists of 16 inter-connected lakes which come together to form a seemingly endless number of stunning waterfalls, large and small. Enjoy the afternoon walking through this tropical paradise. After an active afternoon of walking, enjoy an evening staying at the lakes.

• Preferred Hotel Hotel Degenija, Plitvice

We leave Plitvice Lakes for the historic city of Split, famous for its 4^th-century Roman emperor Diocletian’s Palace. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure to rest after a long journey, explore, or do a little of both. Stroll the seaside Riva promenade lined with restaurants, wine, and coffee bars, or climb Marjan Hill for a stunning view over the city, harbor, and beyond.

• Preferred Hotel Splendida Palace, Split

Today’s tour lets you immerse yourself in the history, heritage, and culture of Croatia, visiting the UNESCO island town of Trogir and Split. Your tour of the two cities begins in the charming town of Trogir, where you can stroll along the seaside promenade and admire the Venetian and Renaissance monuments and buildings whilst learning about their history. Head back to Split for a walking tour of the iconic Diocletian’s Palace and the medieval Old Town.

• Preferred Hotel Splendida Palace, Split

Enjoy a leisurely morning together before we transfer you to Hvar Island. One of the longest and sunniest islands in Croatia, it famous attracts celebrities and all types of VIPs with its world-class eateries, beach bars, and nightlife. You will be transferred to your hotel in Stari Grad. The rest of the day is free to relax.

• Preferred Hotel Heritage Villa Apolon, Hvar (Stari Grad)

This evening, escape from reality to an idyllic forgotten retreat on the Abandoned Village Tour. Meander around the charming village of Malo Grablje which was deserted in the 1950s, when locals decided to pack up and move to Milna for a better life. Admire the ruins of the desolate village on a guided tour of the rural landscape. On arrival at the home of our host, relax and enjoy authentic Dalmatian hospitality and a delicious home-cooked three-course meal.

• Preferred Hotel Heritage Villa Apolon, Hvar (Stari Grad)

On this popular tour, you will spend 6 hours on board a sailing ship exploring the beautiful Pakleni Islands. The tour does not follow a fixed itinerary, the ship’s skipper will decide the best islands to visit based on the weather conditions that day. You will stop to enjoy the beaches and hop off the boat for swimming and snorkeling. There will be a lunch stop on one of the islands where you can enjoy a proper Dalmatian lunch by the sea.

• Preferred Hotel Heritage Villa Apolon, Hvar (Stari Grad)

Bid farewell to Hvar as you venture to your final destination, the so-called “Pearl of the Adriatic.” Dubrovnik is a must for honeymooners in Croatia as one of the most romantic cities, where couples can get lost among the narrow side streets of the Old City, surrounded by medieval walls, discovering awe-inspiring views of the Adriatic along the way. After your arrival, we recommend relaxing on a beach nearby or unwinding around the pool before venturing into the old town for dinner.

• Preferred Hotel Hotel More, Dubrovnik

Learn the secrets behind Dubrovnik’s incredible Old Town on today’s guided walk. Your knowledgeable guide will regale you with fascinating facts and historical anecdotes from the city’s history whilst strolling the atmospheric streets. Some of the highlights include the 1438 Onofrio’s Fountain which has carried drinking water into the city for nearly 600 years and the Franciscan Monastery, stunning Rector’s Palace, the baroque Cathedral of the Assumption, and the Church of St. Blaise, the city’s patron saint. Tonight we recommend dining in Dubrovnik’s old town alfresco under the stars, a perfect way to end your Croatian adventure.

• Preferred Hotel Hotel More, Dubrovnik

While your unforgettable adventure comes to an end today, it’s still only the beginning of your love story. After breakfast, you’ll be met by private transfer for the drive to Dubrovnik’s airport to catch your return flight home.

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