Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast

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Dubrovnik

Tour summary

10 days

Croatia & Montenegro

14 meals

18 guests (max)

Driver

Trip leader

Luxury minicoach

Twin-share / double / double for single occupancy

9 nights in thoughtfully selected accommodation

9 nights

Embark on a voyage through South Croatia and Montenegro, where terracotta roofs glow in the light of golden sunsets and azure waters caress the shores of tranquil islands. Whether it’s sampling local sizzling seafood dishes, meandering through timeless cobblestone streets or soaking in the beauty of cascading waterfalls, this 10-day adventure will leave you with everlasting memories. 

Tour highlights

  • Explore Krka National Park’s maze of mesmerising waterfalls and crystalline lakes with a local guide
  • Uncover the fascinating tales behind Our Lady of the Rock islet in the Bay of Kotor
  • Savour the distinct flavours of Croatian cuisine with a cooking class and dinner in Korčula 

Tour itinerary

Day 1 - Split (Croatia)

Our incredible journey will begin in Split, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city beside the azure Adriatic. Tonight, we’ll get to know one another better over a delicious welcome dinner. 

 

Our incredible journey will begin in Split, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city beside the azure Adriatic. Tonight, we’ll get to know one another better over a delicious welcome dinner. 

 

Included today

Accommodation

Heritage Hotel Fermai Split MGallery (or similar) 

Meals
  • Dinner

Day 2 - Split – Trogir

Today’s history-filled agenda begins with a walking tour of Split – where a local guide will take us into the white walls of Diocletian’s Palace, a vast fortress filled with centuries of history. We’ll also pay a visit to the Grgur Ninski Statue and the Cathedral of St Domnius, before moving on to medieval Trogir. Here, we’ll be taken around the maze of marble streets and Romanesque buildings by a local guide – before going our separate ways to explore this tiny island town and indulge in some delicious local cuisine. 

 

Today’s history-filled agenda begins with a walking tour of Split – where a local guide will take us into the white walls of Diocletian’s Palace, a vast fortress filled with centuries of history. We’ll also pay a visit to the Grgur Ninski Statue and the Cathedral of St Domnius, before moving on to medieval Trogir. Here, we’ll be taken around the maze of marble streets and Romanesque buildings by a local guide – before going our separate ways to explore this tiny island town and indulge in some delicious local cuisine. 

 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel Pasike (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 3 - Trogir – Krka National Park – Trogir

This morning will see us seeking the crystalline lakes and energetic waterfalls of Krka National Park. We’ll be shown around this mesmerising park by a local guide, before moving on to a local winery. At this quaint establishment we’ll learn the history of winemaking in the region – while being treated to a tasting of selected wines. After that, we’ll round off the day with some free time to relax back in Trogir. 

 

This morning will see us seeking the crystalline lakes and energetic waterfalls of Krka National Park. We’ll be shown around this mesmerising park by a local guide, before moving on to a local winery. At this quaint establishment we’ll learn the history of winemaking in the region – while being treated to a tasting of selected wines. After that, we’ll round off the day with some free time to relax back in Trogir. 

 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel Pasike (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 4 - Trogir – Korcula

Today we'll say goodbye to Trogir and move on to Split, where we'll catch the ferry to Korčula – an island that's reputed to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. After checking into the hotel, our Tour Leader will take us on a stroll through the Old Town, before we enjoy some free time to delve deeper into the hidden treasures of this medieval island. Then: time to experience some culinary delights! We’ll uncover the distinct and unique flavours of Croatian cuisine with an included cooking class – and indulge in its delicious result for dinner this evening. 

 

Today we'll say goodbye to Trogir and move on to Split, where we'll catch the ferry to Korčula – an island that's reputed to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. After checking into the hotel, our Tour Leader will take us on a stroll through the Old Town, before we enjoy some free time to delve deeper into the hidden treasures of this medieval island. Then: time to experience some culinary delights! We’ll uncover the distinct and unique flavours of Croatian cuisine with an included cooking class – and indulge in its delicious result for dinner this evening. 

 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel Lume (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 5 - Korcula

Today you’re free to explore Korčula as you wish. Lounge at a nearby beach or find a café and get better acquainted with the local cuisine. If you’re in the mood for exploration, you can even hop aboard a taxi boat to the tiny island of Vrnik. 

 

Today you’re free to explore Korčula as you wish. Lounge at a nearby beach or find a café and get better acquainted with the local cuisine. If you’re in the mood for exploration, you can even hop aboard a taxi boat to the tiny island of Vrnik. 

 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel Lume (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 6 - Korcula – Pelješac Peninsula – Kotor (Montenegro)

After bidding farewell to Korčula, we’ll set sail to the nearby Pelješac Peninsula – a hotspot for winemaking since the days of the Roman Empire. Savour the fruits of this ancient tradition with a visit to a local winery before we leave Croatia for Montenegro. Kotor Bay is a soul-stirring sight – and at the centre lies UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kotor town, seemingly untouched by time. Enjoy some free time to explore the picturesque Old Town at your leisure, before reconvening tonight for sumptuous group dinner.  

 

After bidding farewell to Korčula, we’ll set sail to the nearby Pelješac Peninsula – a hotspot for winemaking since the days of the Roman Empire. Savour the fruits of this ancient tradition with a visit to a local winery before we leave Croatia for Montenegro. Kotor Bay is a soul-stirring sight – and at the centre lies UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kotor town, seemingly untouched by time. Enjoy some free time to explore the picturesque Old Town at your leisure, before reconvening tonight for sumptuous group dinner.  

 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel Cattaro (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 7 - Kotor – Budva – Kotor

First today: a guided walking tour of Kotor. Old Kotor was built like a maze for protective purposes – and it’s very easy to get lost here without some local expertise! Following that, we’ll make our way to the picturesque Budva. A local guide will show us around as we soak up the town’s historic beauty. After, we’ll return to Kotor – where you’ll be free to spend the rest of the afternoon as you please. 

First today: a guided walking tour of Kotor. Old Kotor was built like a maze for protective purposes – and it’s very easy to get lost here without some local expertise! Following that, we’ll make our way to the picturesque Budva. A local guide will show us around as we soak up the town’s historic beauty. After, we’ll return to Kotor – where you’ll be free to spend the rest of the afternoon as you please. 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel Cattaro (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 8 - Kotor – Dubrovnik (Croatia)

Today we take to the water (passing wonderful scenery, of course). A boat will carry us to Our Lady of the Rocks: a small church on a manmade island. After hearing the fascinating legend behind the church, we’ll continue along the road less travelled to the mesmerising ancient city of Dubrovnik where the remainder of the afternoon will be yours to hunt down more local fare, explore the city’s cobbled streets or simply put your feet up and relax at the hotel. 

 

Today we take to the water (passing wonderful scenery, of course). A boat will carry us to Our Lady of the Rocks: a small church on a manmade island. After hearing the fascinating legend behind the church, we’ll continue along the road less travelled to the mesmerising ancient city of Dubrovnik where the remainder of the afternoon will be yours to hunt down more local fare, explore the city’s cobbled streets or simply put your feet up and relax at the hotel. 

 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel More (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 9 - Dubrovnik

Today’s guided tour of Dubrovnik will see us strolling through the Old Town, where we’ll see the likes of the Franciscan Monastery, Sponza Palace, the Cathedral of Our Lady and the Old Port. If the weather is on our side, we’ll take the opportunity to climb the spectacular Mt Srđ on a cable car ride. Tonight, we’ll come together for one last included dinner – and clink glasses to what an incredible nine days it has been. 

 

Today’s guided tour of Dubrovnik will see us strolling through the Old Town, where we’ll see the likes of the Franciscan Monastery, Sponza Palace, the Cathedral of Our Lady and the Old Port. If the weather is on our side, we’ll take the opportunity to climb the spectacular Mt Srđ on a cable car ride. Tonight, we’ll come together for one last included dinner – and clink glasses to what an incredible nine days it has been. 

 

Included today

Accommodation

Hotel More (or similar) 

Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 10 - Dubrovnik – Trsteno – Dubrovnik

Before our journey comes to an end, there’s still plenty of time to round things off with a visit to the beautiful Trsteno Arboretum. After tucking into a delicious lunch at a local oyster farm, we’ll return to Dubrovnik – where we’ll say our goodbyes. 

Before our journey comes to an end, there’s still plenty of time to round things off with a visit to the beautiful Trsteno Arboretum. After tucking into a delicious lunch at a local oyster farm, we’ll return to Dubrovnik – where we’ll say our goodbyes. 

Included today

Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Worth noting:

Considering our 27 April, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 5 October, 19 October or 2 November 2025 departures? Please note that you’ll be staying in a different hotel in Korčula. Because of this, you’ll enjoy your cooking class at lunchtime on Day 5 instead of in the evening on Day 4.  

Things we think you'll love

Streams of water flow down the iconic waterfalls of Krkr National Park.
Signature moment

An unfamiliar natural beauty

Awaken all your senses with an enchanting visit to Krka National Park, Plitvice's lesser-known sibling. During our amble through the park's walkways, a local guide will point out energetic waterfalls and calm lakes, sharing facts at every twist and turn.

Travellers flattening dough with a rolling pin as part of a Croatian cooking class.

Croatian culinary secrets

Test your cooking skills during a class in Korčula and transform a blend of ingredients into a plate of cuisine any Croatian local would be proud of; then, uživati!

Boats cruise around the historic Bay of Kotor on a sunny day.

Glittering island waters

Cruise through glittering waters to the man-made island of Our Lady of the Rocks, as you uncover the secrets that swirl here.

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5

Anonymous November 2024

Our guide Martina was first rate, good on knowledge and courtesy.
The tour took me to places and experiences that will be hard to forget. The accommodation was excellent as was the transportation....

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5

Keith Da October 2024

The whole tour was extremely well planned with safe driving, excellent guides, accommodation, food and beverages. There was free time to do our own exploring too.

5

Anonymous October 2024

Stunning scenery paired with an engaging and informative guide

5

Keith Da October 2024

Fabulous scenery, cuisine, beverages, accommodation and a knowledgeable amiable guide. The pace of the tour was not exhilarating and the driver was superb

5

Anonymous October 2024

Perfect combination of planned vs having time to ourselves. Excellent accommodations and transportation. Guide was first class: personable, knowledgeable, provided individual advice when requested...

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5

Stephen Co August 2024

This is one of the best tours we have done. Our tour host Roz and driver Milan were excellent. Back-roads are high quality and good value.

5

Anonymous July 2024

Our tour guide Maja was excellent- knowledgeable and so passionate about Croatia. She was super organised and went above and beyond in recommending places to see in our own time. The restaurants and...

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5

Michelle Ro July 2024

This tour was excellent and a great way to see parts of Croatia and Montenegro. We had a very informative guide in Maja, who also went out of her way to help everyone. Milan, our driver was great, he...

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5

Jennifer St July 2024

A wonderful tour. Martina was a knowledgeable guide and handled our very small group of 14 people with absolute professionalism.

5

Anonymous July 2024

Excellent interesting itinerary.
Knowledgeable and helpful tour leader supported by additional specialty guides. Comfortable bus.
Plenty of free time.
Varied quality accommodation experiences...

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5

Anonymous July 2024

A great tour with an excellent guide in Martina
All experiences were most enjoyable

5

Anonymous July 2024

This was out third tour with Backroads and it did not disappoint. An excellent guide. Our fellow travellers were from Australia and NZ and were great company. A varied tour that covered historical...

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5

Anonymous June 2024

This was my first Back-Roads tour and it was an amazing experience. Wonderful bus buddies, great hotels, local guides and food

4

Anonymous June 2024

The tour guide was informative, interesting and caring. The itinerary was extensive. I learnt a lot about Croatia and Montenegro.

4

Nicholas Mo June 2024

Great bus and driver , just we were a bit disappointed in some of the accommodation we had , everything else was great .

5

Anonymous June 2024

The success of this tour is mainly due to the effort our tour leader MARTINA put in. She kept us informed every step of the way and shared her local knowledge in easy bites

5

Graeme June 2024

This was our 3rd Back Roads tour and was again excellent. We had an outstanding guide, high quality hotels and an interesting itinerary. It was a good mix of activities and sights to provide an...

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5

Anonymous June 2024

Well-paced, excellent local tour guides throughout the trip.
Interesting stops everywhere. catered to a slighty older age group.

5

Robert Je June 2024

Martina was an excellent tour guide. The trips were memorable and the hotels lovely.

5

Jennifer Ti June 2024

I would like to say I did 2 Backroad Tours recently and really enjoyed them both. Our guide, Maja, was very competent, friendly and so knowledgeable about the history of Malta and Croatia, I learned...

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5

Eric Sk October 2023

Already recommended this tour to friends

4

Anonymous October 2023

I travelled with a friend and requested twin share accommodation. One hotel did not have twin share rooms, a second room was provided. Either a hotel that can provide twin share rooms should be used...

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3

Donald Wa October 2023

tour vouchers need to be available through travel agents much earlier as many people imbed a BR tour within an itinerary and can be travelling for some time before the tour starts. This is the second...

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5

SOLON RO October 2023

The hotels were not the type of places most tour groups would stay. Every hotel we stayed at was a boutique hotel most often built within a castle dating back to 305 AD!

4

Anonymous October 2023

See information above re selection of places and experiences. As noted tour guide helpful and experienced

4

Anonymous October 2023

Have long wanted to visit this coast, which generally lived up to expectations. Diocletian's palace was a standout. Only flaw was with overcrowding in Kotor and Dubrovnik - too many cruise ships...

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3

Anonymous September 2023

I thought I answered already on the previous page.

5

Kathryn Ca September 2023

Very comfortable bus, great driver and tour guide was fantastic

5

Anonymous September 2023

Croatia was much better than expected. The people of Croatia were very friendly and great patience when it came to our language barriers. Montenegro not so good as Croatia.

5

Anonymous July 2023

Small group that bonded well. Very hood organisation.

4

Anonymous July 2023

The "back road" concept is pushed by the company and yet most roads travelled where the major roads in the country. If the major road is the only way of traversing the country then that needs to be...

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5

Carol Av June 2023

The itinerary was good, destinations were beautiful and interesting, I think the majority of ‘must see’ places were covered.

3

Thomas Hu June 2023

Refer customer experience.

4

Christine An June 2023

Very interesting and entertaining stops.

4

Kerry-Lee Ki May 2023

I loved the tour, Maja our guide and Marco our driver were both amazing. The experiences like dinners, wine tastings etc were fabulous. We went to places that you would never find if you were driving...

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Your main luggage will remain on our luxury minicoach, so you won't be required to carry it on and off the ferry. However, you are welcome to take hand luggage / handbags with you on the ferry – don't forget your camera to capture the stunning coastal views!

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