Description
What’s included: Private airport transfers & inter-city transfers; flight between Croatia & Italy; accommodation with breakfast; named tours & activities
Places visited: Hvar (3 nights), Dubrovnik (3 nights), Capri (5 nights)
Departure dates and prices: Departure dates are flexible, and the price varies with hotel star and season.
Best for… Leisure / Coastal scenery / Sunshine / Beaches / Culture
Immerse yourself in the dreamy atmosphere of Europe’s best coastal resorts and islands with this exclusive pre-set package to Croatia and South Italy. This Europe holiday package first sweeps you away to the exceptional beauty of the Croatian island of Hvar, with its enchanting churches and palaces, and then moves on to the vibrancy of Dubrovnik, where you can admire Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque churches, monasteries, palaces and fountains. As a relaxing finale to your Croatia and South Italy holiday, you will visit the island of Capri, one of the most picturesque locations in South Italy. This island, known as the Pearl of the Mediterranean, is well regarded for its breathtaking landscapes and sandy beaches, and is a place where you can completely relax and reconnect with nature.
With exclusive pre-arranged tours with expert guides, accommodation and private transfers, this is the perfect Croatia and South Italy holiday on which to discover both hearts of Croatian and Italian culture. It is an unforgettable and incredibile Europe vacation that combines tradition, art and coastal vistas, and has been handcrafted with you in mind.
Trip highlights
- Private airport transfers included as standard
- Flight from Croatia to Italy included
- Boat tour of the mesmerizing Hvar coastline
- VIP Dubrovnik tour with a private guide
- Sea kayak tour with snorkeling
- Island tour of Capri
Pricing
Our prices are seasonal and based on your date of departure & preferred accommodation star rating. The low-season runs from November 1st until March 31st, and the high-season runs from April 1st until October 31st.
11 Nights
3 Star from $8,800 AUD pp (plus $2,640 for high-season)
4 Star from $10,560 AUD pp (plus $3,168 for high-season)
5 Star from $13,200 AUD pp (plus $3,960 for high-season)
If you would like to speak to an adviser to find out more about this Sicily multi-city holiday, please call a member of our Italy specialist team at 61 2 9056 7018 or click here to send us an enquiry for a personalised holiday quote based around this itinerary.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Croatia!
Your Croatia and South Italy holiday begins on the idyllic Croatian island of Hvar. This special place is known as the Queen of the Dalmatian Islands and boasts a rich heritage, as well as simply stunning coastal sights. There are plenty of vineyards and olive groves to discover, and we are sure you will be lulled into a state of complete relaxation by the unbeatable sea views that can only be enjoyed from this special island in Croatia. Plus, you will experience magic as soon as you arrive in Croatia on this Europe vacation with a pre-arranged transfer from Split Airport to your hotel in the heart of Hvar.
What’s included: Transfer from Split Airport to your hotel in Hvar; accommodation in Hvar
Day 2: Leisure day
This will be a full day for you to explore Hvar at leisure.
Day 3: Speed-boat tour of the Hvar coastline
Drift into serenity as you sit back and admire some of the most beautiful coastal scenery that Croatia has to offer on a group speed-boat cruise of the Hvar coastline. This 8-hour tour features secret sea caves that can only be accessed by boat, as well as secluded bays and the chance to see rare sea life. As a part of the experience, you will see the Blue Cave, the Green Cave (with the chance to swim inside), Budikovac’s idyllic lagoon (with time for snorkeling), Ston?ica and the beautiful Stiniva Bay. We can’t think of a better way to start your Croatia and South Italy holiday!
What’s included: Full day boat tour of Hvar’s coastline (max. 8 passengers); snacks included; accommodation in Hvar
Day 4: Welcome to Dubrovnik!
It’s time to say goodbye to the enchanting coastal sights on the island of Hvar as today on your Croatia and South Italy holiday you will be travelling to the center of South Croatian life: Dubrovnik. This city boasts a warm climate and laid-back lifestyle, and is best known for its 16th-century city walls and Old Town. Popular attractions include St Blaise Church, Sponza Palace and Rector’s Palace, but don’t miss taking a stroll down the pedestrianized Stradun (or Placa), which is lined with shops and restaurants.
What’s included: Transfer from your hotel in Hvar to your hotel in Dubrovnik; accommodation in Dubrovnik
Day 5: VIP tour of Dubrovnik (with food and wine)
On day 5 of your Croatia and South Italy holiday, you can discover the vibrant city of Dubrovnik in all its glory with a private VIP tour experience. Known locally as the Pearl of the Adriatic, this UNESCO-protected site boasts spectacular city walls and an enchanting Old Town, which was declared “one of the world’s most beautiful destinations” by TIME magazine. Over 5 hours, you will admire Dubrovnik’s Old Town with the expertise of a private guide by your side. As a part of this VIP experience, you will see the most charming public squares, churches, cathedrals, convents, fountains, museums and beaches, and you will also have the chance to taste local delicacies and wine. What a wonderful way to discover Dubrovnik!
What’s included: Private guided tour of Dubrovnik; accommodation in Dubrovnik
Day 6: Dubrovnik kayak tour
Dubrovnik’s enchanting coastal scenery and rare sea life are certainly best viewed from the Adriatic Sea, and today we will treat you to a kayak tour with an experienced and knowledgeable guide. On this group excursion, you will paddle along the shores of the Old Town to Betina, which is a secluded beach area rich in sea caves. There will be plenty of time here to relax in the sunshine or perhaps you would like to explore the world beneath the water with snorkeling. This is the perfect Dubrovnik tour experience to embrace the charms of this part of Croatia – no previous kayaking or snorkeling experience is necessary.
What’s included: Half day guided kayak tour; accommodation in Dubrovnik
Day 7: And so to Capri
The final days of this Croatia and South Italy holiday take you to the idyllic island of Capri, known as the Pearl of the Mediterranean. We include an internal flight from Dubrovnik to Italy, and private airport transfers are included as standard, meaning there is nothing for you to worry about. On arrival at your hotel in Capri, you can settle in and admire the enchanting island sights that this South Italy vacation resort is known for, including its glorious natural sea rocks and Mediterranean gardens.
What’s included: Private transfer from your hotel to Dubrovnik Airport; flight from Dubrovnik to Naples; private transfer from Naples Capodichino Airport to Naples’ port; boat transfer from Naples to Capri; private transfer from Capri’s port to your hotel; accommodation in Capri
Day 8: Leisure day
This will be a full day for you to explore Capri at leisure.
Day 9: Island tour of Capri
Today, you will have the chance to discover the wonderful coastal scenery of Capri from the sea with an experienced driver-guide. As a part of this relaxing boat tour, you will admire a succession of natural beauties, such as the striking Green Grotto, the lighthouse at Punta Carena, the Faraglioni, the Natural Arch overlooking the sea and the characteristic White Cave. There is no better way to take in Capri’s coastal attractions and truly absorb the idyllic and unique beauty of the region.
What’s included: Group boat tour of Capri; accommodation in Capri
Days 10 & 11: Leisure day
This will be a full day for you to explore Capri at leisure or relax in the sunshine.
Day 12: And so your dream Croatia and South Italy holiday reaches its end
Today sees you leaving Capri on your flight from Naples Capodichino Airport back home. The sights, sounds, tastes and experiences of the past days will no doubt flood over you as you enjoy the luxury of a private transfer to the airport.
What’s Included: Private transfer from your hotel to Capri’s port; boat transfer from Capri to Naples; private transfer from Naples’ port to Naples Capodichino Airport
Important information
Please note that this Croatia and South Italy holiday package does not include outbound/inbound flights. When purchasing your flights from your chosen airline, we recommend that you fly into Split Airport and fly out of Naples Capodichino Airport to take advantage of your private airport transfers. The package does include internal flights between Croatia and Italy – please note that the flight options are seasonal and if a direct flight is not available for your chosen dates then an indirect option will be offered.
