Rome and the Jewels of the Adriatic
Itinerary
3 Nights in Rome
Day 1
| Duration : 2.5 hours Activity level : Light | Included in your vacation package |
Day 2
| Maximum group size : 12 Duration : 3 Hours Activity level : Moderate |
Day 3
| Maximum group size : 12 Duration : 3 Hours Activity level : Light |
| Duration : 3.5 hours Activity level : Light |
Day 4
A little about Rome
The capital of Italy is a vibrant, energetic and stylish city. While thoroughly modern in sensibility, Rome is also home to some of the world’s most important works of classic art and architecture. This city has been an epicenter for culture, politics and religion for more than 2,500 years. From the Spanish Steps to the Vatican, there are more than enough sights to keep even the most active tourists busy and even somewhere as popular as Rome you can find places just off the tourist trail and bustling with locals. But it’s also nice to slow down and enjoy Rome’s famous cafes and restaurants, which can be just as beguiling as the buildings. Lounge with an espresso on the Campo de Fiori and watch the changing light on the fountains and the facades. Visit the Vatican and explore some of the world’s most beautiful churches. Rome really comes alive at night, when restaurants and wine bars bring a renewed vitality to the city. You’ll also have opportunities for day trips to local vineyards, olive groves, and other places producing regional delicacies. No matter what your interests, or what kind of holiday you’re looking for, Rome will be an enjoyable destination.
3 Nights in Dubrovnik
Day 1
Day 2
| Duration : 1.5 hours Activity level : Light | Included in your vacation package |
Day 3
| Duration : 4-5 hours Activity level : Easy |
Day 4
A little about Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik offers an unusual blend of modern culture and ancient tradition. Marble-like polished limestone streets, a labyrinth of alleyways and breathtaking architecture compose the unique atmosphere of the Old Town. You’ll experience a true variety of sightseeing, leisure and outdoor adventures here. Dubrovnik’s most stunning feature is the 82-foot tall city wall which extends more than a mile. Game of Thrones fans will be in luck, as we offer a special tour to local set locations. King’s Landing never looked so good! There’s a rich selection of live performances for music lovers here, as concerts are performed daily, and in July and August the Dubrovnik Summer Festival of music, theatre and dance brings incredible performers from around the world. The nightlife is also exciting, with restaurants, cafes and bars that will keep you socializing until dawn. You’ll be staying in beautiful accommodation within short walking distance to all the major sites, so you’ll be able to sample a little of everything. But there are also several exciting day trips and cruises to enjoy. From kayaking through hidden coves to an authentic Croatian cooking class, vineyard tours, and trips as far afield as Montenegro, you’ll have more than enough to fill your itinerary.
2 Nights in Hvar
Day 1
Day 2
| Duration : 8 Hours Activity level : Moderate | Included in your vacation package |
Day 3
| Duration : 8 hours Activity level : Light |
A little about Hvar
One of the gems of the Adriatic, Hvar is more than a beautiful coastal town. It’s also an ancient epicenter of culture, boasting the oldest communal theater in Europe, the largest square on the Croatian coast and a stunning medieval fortress dating back to the 7th century. There’s a little bit of everything here, from history and architecture to modern culture, outdoor adventures and isolated beaches. Whether you want a vacation that’s action-packed or something more relaxing, Hvar -- named one of the top 10 world summer party spots by MSN -- will offer more than enough variety to please you. The longest of the Adriatic islands, Hvar’s fertile landscape makes it perfect for growing grapes, giving you several local vineyards to visit. Be sure to sample the local cuisine, which emphasizes freshly caught fish, baked bread and vegetables grown on the island. We can offer a tasting tour at the finest local vineyards. Those seeking an active vacation will not be disappointed either, as there are several possibilities for sailing, swimming, exploring the sea caves along the coast. You can also take a hike in the hills overlooking Hvar, and go offroad with a local guide. This is a relaxing destination with warm locals. It’s an ideal summer vacation spot.
2 Nights in Split
Day 1
Day 2
| Duration : 1.5 hours Activity level : Easy | Included in your vacation package |
Day 3
A little about Split
The Roman Emperor Diocletian made Split his home in the 4th Century AD and built a vast palace complex on the waterfront that stands to this day. In fact several of the accommodation options we offer in Split are nestled inside the walls. These days there is an embankment in front of the palace but the water used to go right up to the wall. It's on this man-made strip of land that you'll find the Riva, a pedestrian promenade bustling with life. Split's UNESCO listed Old Town is contained within these old walls and it's a pedestrian-only maze that it is quite easy, but fun, to get lost in. Who know what romantic hidden cafés you might find in one of the narrow streets and alleyways. To get the best out of your time in Split however, we recommend taking a tour with a local guide. Split is very well connected for flights, with an international airport a half hour drive away and is a popular stopping point for our guests on their way between Dubrovnik and the islands of Hvar, Vis or Korcula, all easily reached by a ferry from Split port. If you base yourself in Split for a few daysyou will find it is also well located for visits to some of Croatia's stunning national parks.
3 Nights in Venice
Day 1
Day 2
| Duration : 3 hours Activity level : Easy | Included in your vacation package |
Day 3
Day 4
A little about Venice
Venice is a legendary city with a charm and atmosphere all its own. The city was constructed on more than 100 islands connected by a series of canals, most of which are lined with gorgeous palaces, beautiful churches, and all sorts of impressive architecture. While the city isn’t huge, it is packed with pedestrian-only streets and quaint, winding alleys that will keep you exploring for days. The city is very popular with tourists year-round, so you certainly won’t be the only travelers walking through the streets with camera in hand. This being Italy, the cuisine in Venice is delicious, and we can especially recommend the Cicchetti of Venice tour. Cicchetti are Venetian tapas, and this tour will introduce you to some of the city’s most iconic eateries and its most delicious recipes. If it’s your first time in Venice, we can organize a tour to show you all the most important sites. And since no trip to the city of canals is complete without a boat ride, we offer a number of ways for you to get a new point of view of the city and its magnificent architecture. It’s easy to while away your time in Venice, discovering new secrets around every corner.
Reviews from past guests
Overall rating: (4.9/5 based on 28 reviews)
Reviews from guests who have traveled with us to at least half the destinations in this itinerary
JayWay Travel took all of the stress away from this trip. It all worked like a fine tuned machine.
Everything was excellent. You have set the bar so high I’m not sure anyone can compete! Personalized service that far surpassed our expectations. This was not a one size fits all vacation but one that was curated for us.
Excellent in every way.
JayWay Travel is very professional . They take the stress out of traveling. The people that we worked with were fabulous. Thanks to Lea for always going the "extra mile". JayWay Travel made our experience be the best !
"Trip was tailor made to suit our budget. Fast and efficient service regardless if it was by phone call or email. Thank you JayWay Travel for a seamless hassle free opportunity to meet and enjoy the people, history, beaches, food, wine and all the beauty of Croatia! JayWay, You Rock!"
"JayWay did it all! Impeccable! Couldn't be any better. It was more than we expected."
"JayWay is the only way to travel to Central and Eastern Europe. Especially if trying to cover multiple cities and/or countries in one trip. All of our arrangements made by JayWay were seamless and we'll use them again when there is a next trip to plan."
"JayWay made traveling to Croatia a breeze while still allowing us the freedom to plan our own honeymoon. JayWay took care of the nitty gritty but we were still able to travel the way we wanted to."
"They were excellent! Every penny was worth it! Amazing experience - Best trip ever so far."
Excellent. If you want to design a tour for your personal interests it is the only way to ,go. Don't bypass the Baltic States! JayWay will make sure you have the best experience. If you want to see the best of Croatia or any of the former Yugoslavia, don't hesitate to contact JayWay. It's personalised to your interests and you will not get better service on the ground.
We have never used an agency before, and I was skeptical about how much value they might add – but it became clear right away during the planning process that we might the right decision to work with JayWay Travel. JayWay's deliberate planning process, good counsel and high level of flexibility made our first foray to Eastern Europe our best family vacation to-date. From start to finish, expectations were exceeded at every turn, and both the quality of communication and highly efficient use of technology is first-class.
"The staff person who helped us plan the itinerary, was enormously helpful, knowledgeable about how to plan the trip; how long to stay in certain places, etc. He was also very patient when we made changes to our itinerary and/or our accommodations. We literally couldn't have planned the trip without him. An enormously helpful, informative, travel service that is essential for anyone traveling to countries they are not familiar with."
"If you're visiting Croatia, and you should, JayWay will put together a great trip for you and then will be there for you every step of the way. Carmine was great, put together the perfect itinerary for us. We felt we were in good hands with Lidija. Very responsive."
"Very prompt answers to all of our questions. Recommendations were on point. Carmine was very helpful in narrowing down our trip so that we could get as much in as possible in 11 days while not stretching ourselves. Our contact was extremely helpful and checked in on us throughout the trip making sure we were happy with hotels etc. All transfers went smoothly and perfectly on time. All of our tour guides were great. Very informative. Perfect. Couldn't have been happier."
"Very useful website and excellent staff made for a seamless and excellent trip! Planning was easy using your website and support from your staff was excellent!"
"The service from start to finish was impeccable. We were able to enjoy a stress and worry-free trip with the help of JayWay Travel and their expert planning. Pavla was a great point of contact. Very helpful and responsive, as well as extremely pleasant. The accommodations were top notch. The rooms were as described in our itinerary. The transfers were great. Everyone was punctual. The service was wonderful - everyone was super helpful and informative."
"JayWay allowed us to have our self-guided vacation with just the right amount of support. We could use the resources at our disposal as much or as little as we wanted. JayWay is a finely tuned machine."
"Jayway made us feel looked after in a way that allowed the logistics of our trip to be in the background so that the enjoyment and adventure could be the primary focus. Pavla was just wonderful! We felt so at ease knowing she was available if needed. This was maybe the most helpful aspect of using Jayway, knowing that someone was coordinating all of the transport in our behalf made this trip doable."
"For Croatia travel, I highly recommend JayWay Travel now that I've used them TWICE and had flawless travel plans with an interesting itinerary prepared by Jayway. Josipa who met us at our first hotel and gave us a short "briefing" AND a Jayway cell phone to use with everyone's numbers pre-programmed in the phone, was genius."
"Jayway Travel is an excellent option for those who are looking for guidance with a difficult-to-plan vacation but aren't interested in group or guided tours. Having on-the-ground experts available and reachable via a provided cell phone is an extremely valuable offering that is difficult to find with other tour companies."
"JayWay took care of everything and took the traveling booking burden off us. Everything they booked was awesome including day trips and accommodations and they were very knowledgeable and informative."
"JayWay was a fabulous way to travel—essentially assisted independent travel, with great staff, itineraries, hotels, transportation, transfers, restaurant suggestions, and optional tours. Having someone to consult with a few weeks before the trip and a local cell phone and someone helpful to call if we needed anything made it perfect."
"The guides were all excellent. The SUV trip on Hvar with Ivan was exceptional. We very much enjoyed travelling and conversing also with Matthew. During the transfer from Dubrovnik to Korcula, we had some extra time, so he took us for a wine tasting at a winery, which proved to be a memorable experience. The accommodations, transfers and tours arranged by JayWay all contributed to making this a most enjoyable and relaxing trip."
"JayWay provided the organization and took away logistical concerns and allowed me to have a stress-free trip, without the rigidity of a completely pre-planned one-size-fits all tour."
"The trip planning went very smoothly. None of the travelers were familiar with Croatia and we appreciated Carmine's input on the itinerary, hotels and potential tours. We did not choose to arrange many tours in advance, however the wine tasting arranged by JayWay was superb and we enjoyed the walking tours of Split and Dubrovnik. The JayWay staff that met us in Split and Dubrovnik were friendly and extremely helpful in orienting us and providing helpful recommendations. Ana was our contact in Europe prior to the trip. She answered all our questions in a courteous and timely manner and provided excellent restaurant recommendations for each of our destinations."
"Interest and response of staff to questions and requests was outstanding. Very friendly and helpful. Their communications with drivers, etc. enabled seamless transportation and transfers. City tours of 1.5 - 2 hours were the right length with good informative content. Recommendation for travel-day stops were very good. JayWay applies their knowledge of the country to help guide an outstanding trip. Services and transfers arranged by their attentive staff are executed easily and on-time, making the travel experience easy and pleasant."
"We have just returned from our Croatia trip and I wanted to thank you, personally, for arranging a first class vacation for us. Everything went off without a hitch and the tours, drivers and hotels were outstanding. I am so glad that I took your advice and did Ljubliana as it was one of our favorite stops. I hope to go back some day and do more of the country, so will be in touch when that happens. Thanks again, Sherry"
"JayWay is the most professional travel company we have ever dealt with. They provided a unique travel experience we could not have achieved on our own. Their in depth knowledge and connections locally gave us access to places and activities we will remember forever."
What's Included
Below you will find all the services provided as part of your complete vacation package.
Should you wish to add any optional tours and excursions listed on the Itinerary tab, please let us know.
Please note, no particular accommodation is specified in the package. The price you see on this proposal is based on estimated costs of 3 Star accommodation, or next best available class, in each destination. The total package price will depend on the accommodation you choose.
- Pre-trip assistance of the JayWay Destination Manager.
- On-trip assistance from local JayWay Representatives.
- A pre-paid local cell phone for all destinations.
- Excursion booking advice and assistance.
- Access to your personalized Guest Page, containing detailed destination information and tips on the best that these cities can offer.
| - | Flights to and from Europe. |
| - | Tips for Tour Guides, Drivers and Local Reps. |
| - | Meals (other than breakfast if included in room rate and meals listed as included in food tours and excursions, unless explicitly stated otherwise). |
| - | Parking fees for your Rental Car (if you are booking one with us) unless otherwise indicated. Some hotels provide free parking facilities. |
| - |
Get an Instant Price Estimate!
Choose the month of travel, how many travelers and what star level accommodation you'd like to stay in then get an instant price estimate.
