Thirteen days of river rafting, island cycling, coastal towns and time by the sea.
Croatia and Montenegro
The best of Croatia and Montenegro, from Split and Hvar through Korčula and Dubrovnik to Kotor Bay.
Raft the Cetina, cycle Hvar’s vineyards and olive groves, and explore Dubrovnik, Perast, and Kotor, with time for the sea.
Cetina rapids and Krka waterfalls lead to Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik, and Kotor Bay, balancing active days with time to explore independently.
Stay at Briig in Split, Riva on Hvar, and Rixos Premium Dubrovnik. After three nights at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, return to Dubrovnik.
Cetina rafting, Krka waterfalls, and Hvar’s vineyards by bike.
Korčula by boat, Dubrovnik’s old town, and Kotor Bay.
Raft the Cetina, cycle Hvar, and explore old towns. Private transfers connect the stays, with guided walks and time at leisure.
Day 01
Arrive in Croatia with a private airport transfer, then take on the Cetina’s rapids with experienced guides. The rafting adventure ends with a 15-minute hike up from the canyon and a picnic. Later, enjoy free time in Split and check in at Briig Boutique Hotel for two nights.
Day 02
Explore the Skradinski buk area of Krka National Park on a private tour. Continue with your driver to Primošten for a couple of hours to swim, eat, taste wine or walk through the town, before another night at Briig Boutique Hotel.
Day 03
Leave Split by private boat, with a stop in Komiža on the way to Hvar. Check in at Hotel Riva Hvar for two nights. Its central location places the town square, Cathedral of St. Stephen and waterfront within reach. Recommendations include walking up to Fortica for views over the harbour.
Day 04
A private transfer takes you to the start of the bike tour in Stari Grad. Ride through the Stari Grad Plain to Vrboska, then along the coast to Jelsa for wine and olive oil tasting. Visit a family farm for an organic lunch with local wines, ride back to the shop and return to the hotel by car.
Day 05
Cruise south from Hvar and stop in Korčula for a leisurely lunch, a swim and time to explore the old town. Continue by boat to Dubrovnik and check in at Rixos Premium Dubrovnik for four nights.
Day 06
Spend the first part of the day exploring independently with concierge recommendations, including the city walls and swimming. Later, join local guide Ivan for a 90-minute walk through Dubrovnik, hearing the history, legends and everyday stories of his hometown. Stay at Rixos Premium Dubrovnik.
Day 07
A free day to enjoy Dubrovnik independently. Concierge recommendations include walking the city walls and swimming in the sea; these are suggestions for your own time. Rixos Premium Dubrovnik remains your base.
Day 08
Keep the day open for more of Dubrovnik, using the concierge recommendations to explore the city or spend time by the sea. This is another independent day, with a final night at Rixos Premium Dubrovnik before the journey continues to Montenegro.
Day 09
After check-out, a private driver takes you from Dubrovnik to Montenegro along the coastal roads. Check in at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort for three nights. The resort has a private beach area, a spa and wellness centre, and views over the bay.
Day 10
Explore the Bay of Kotor, beginning with Perast’s Baroque waterfront. Take a boat to Our Lady of the Rock to visit the church and treasury, then return to Perast for a walk and free time. Continue to Kotor’s old town for a guided walk and time for lunch, with the afternoon at leisure.
Day 11
A full free day to enjoy the accommodation, the sea and the city. Stay at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort for the last night of the Montenegro stay.
Day 12
Check out of Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort and return to Dubrovnik by private transfer. Follow the coastal roads back to Croatia, then settle into Rixos Premium Dubrovnik for the final night.
Day 13
Check out of Rixos Premium Dubrovnik and take your private airport transfer for the onward journey.
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