Adriatic Coastal Towns and National Parks

The Right Place for Ancient Times

The best way to get started in Split is to spend time on the former grounds of Diocletian's Palace. Visit Peristil, the palace's main square, sit on its ancient stairs, and enjoy the remarkable view. Or take a seat at a cafe on the square to order a glass of local wine and take it easy. If you need to stretch your legs, head on a pleasant walk on the West Coast and enjoy the light sea breeze and amazing view of the main Riva promenade and the Palace. On the West Coast (Zapadna Obala), you will discover an interesting fact about Split: it is considered the sportiest town in the world. Here, you will find the names of more than 80 Olympic winners from Split! Take your pick among the area's many bars for a delicious cocktail!

Split Private Walking Tour

With a professional tour guide, you will be led through the UNESCO-listed 1,700-year-old Diocletian's Palace, imagining what the life of Diocletian was like within the walls of his palace. During the tour, you will see the Cathedral of St. Duje, one of the most beautiful cultural wonders on the Adriatic coast, as well as the ancient cellars, and Peristil in the center of the palace, the famous Golden Gate, and the hulking statue of Bishop Grgur Ninski. This is an excellent way to get to know Split and its fascinating history.

The Walls and Ways of Split

Split's old town is an excellent representative of ancient Roman architecture. Getting lost in Diocletian's Palace, you'll wonder how the place's massive stones could have been hauled here and carved 1,700 years ago. Split's past is made clear by its landmarks, such as the world's second oldest cathedral (only Armenia has anywhere older), which was originally Emperor Diocletian's mausoleum. A short distance away, you'll find a pagan temple likewise turned into an early church.

An Active Day in the Park

Are you in the mood for some running or hiking? If your answer is "yes," Plitvice is the perfect place for you. With its exceptional natural beauty, this area has always attracted active nature lovers. Once you enter the park, we assure you that you will want to explore every part of this amazing place. Use the opportunity to reconnect with nature in Croatia's first national park. Put on some comfortable clothes and footwear and explore one of the four hiking trails or seven different walking routes in the park.

Local Flavors

Rovinj Private Walking Tour

This morning you’ll be getting the lay of the land in Rovinj on a 1 hour and 45 minutes private walking tour led by a local guide who knows all the ins and outs of the place. You’ll see all the main attractions including the St. Euphemia Church, the town clock, and Balbi’s Arch. The church is a stunning example of Baroque architecture and dominates Rovinj’s Old Town, as it is sits atop its hill. Inside you’ll see the preserved body of St. Euphemia from the 6th century. This tour will introduce you to the rich history of Rovinj and all of Istria, as well as Italy’s influence on the region.

Heritage in Museum Form

Istria Private Tour

Explore the Istrian Peninsula, a beautiful, bilingual part of Croatia that invites comparisons to Tuscany, with its vineyards, truffles, scenic hilltop towns, and Italian-speaking population. This private, tailor-made tour lets you focus on the parts of Istria (and its history and cuisine) that interest you the most. Those interested in history, legends, and Slavic mythology, with its giants, dragons, and witches, could visit the hilltop town of Motovun, the ancient port of Pula (with its Roman colosseum), etc. The guide can focus on medieval history, taking you to sites such as the ruins of the fortified medieval town of Dvigrad, or the castle at Savicenta. If you would like to go far from the beaten path and delve into hidden villages where time stands still, the guide can happily present well-preserved towns and villages such as Dragic and Hum and the natural beauty that surrounds them. Naturally, these places and interests can be mixed and matched, with the guide's expert advice. Free time for lunch at a traditional restaurant is included, although the cost of lunch is not covered. For an additional fee, a wine tasting can be added.

Taste Bled

Bled is a very quiet place. Instead of attracting clubbers and partiers, it brings in those seeking rural calm. For your first night in town, we suggest a short walk by the lake, with a stop at one of the many nice restaurants nearby. Within the castle (Bled Castle Restaurant), at the lake (Restaurant Sova / Restavracija Sova Bled), or somewhere in between (Restaurant 1906 / Restavracija 1906) - the views and the food on offer will please your senses. If you are into Slovenian wine and want to learn useful wine facts from an expert sommelier, you can opt for a wine tasting at Restaurant Murka (Gostilna Murka).

An Alpine Fairytale

Today's adventure includes being shown around a gorgeous glacial lake and a medieval castle! You can stroll along the alluring jade water, hike through the surrounding forests, and hire a boat to float romantically over the lake. Along the way, you’ll taste local snacks before heading to Vintgar Gorge and Sum Waterfall, another one of the area’s impressive natural features. Next, you'll continue to Lake Bohinj, Slovenia's largest glacial lake, which is located in Triglav National Park. Bohinj's natural environment will impress you with its different faces in each season of the year.