Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast: A Family Adventure on Foot and Water

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The Dalmatian Coast abounds with adventure. From snorkeling island bays to rafting ancient rivers, from exploring local markets to sampling traditional cuisine, this place has it all!
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Ride an old-fashioned wooden boat amid the abundant freshwater fish in the picturesque Bacina Lakes — and throw out your fishing rod to try your luck! On the dramatically beautiful River Cetina, learn basic skills before experiencing the thrill of river rafting winding through numerous canyons with hills towering above you
    • Immerse yourself in local customs as you and your family mingle with market-goers in the small village of Cilipi and attend the local Sunday fair

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    The Dalmatian Coast abounds with adventure. From snorkeling island bays to rafting ancient rivers, from exploring local markets to sampling traditional cuisine, this place has it all!

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

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  • Education / Learning

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Itinerary

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1 In Transit to Program In Flight

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2 Arrivals Makarska D Hotel Dalmacija Activity note: Hotel check in is at 2:00 PM. Approximate total activity time is 1.5 hours. Afternoon: Take an introductory walk through the town and visit the Shell Museum. Welcome drink and orientation. The Group Leader w...
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3 Sveti Jure, Soccer Game Makarska B,L,D Hotel Dalmacija Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 3 hours. Breakfast: On this program, breakfasts will offer a typical European style breakfast buffet with breads, cheeses, cold-cuts, yogurt, fruit, cere...
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4 River Rafting on the Cetina River Makarska B,L,D Hotel Dalmacija Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 3 hours. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: The River Cetina (total length of 65 miles) is one of the most beautiful places in Croatia. It ...
Day
5 Island of Brac Makarska B,L,D Hotel Dalmacija Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 4 hours. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Begin today with a ferry transfer to the Island of Brac (1775 feet), famous for its white stone which was used to ...
Day
6 Bacina Lakes, Freshwater Fishing Makarska B,L,D Hotel Dalmacija Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 3 hours. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: The seven Bacina Lakes (16 feet) are part of a picturesque landscape and surrounded by mountains...
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7 Swimming in a Crater Makarska B,L,D Hotel Dalmacija Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Transfer for Imotski, a fascinating hilltop town close to the Bosnia border. It is relatively undiscovered in a region full of surprises. Lunch: At a family-run organi...
Day
8 Pirate City of Omis, Introduction to Rock Climbing Makarska B,L,D Hotel Dalmacija Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 2.5 hours. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Croatia's surface is about 60% mountainous, and together with its unusual ka...
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9 Ston, Transfer to Dubrovnik Dubrovnik B,L,D Valamar Club Dubrovnik Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 1 hour. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Coach to Dubrovnik with an excursion en route to the enchanting town of Ston (0 feet), known f...
Day
10 Dubrovnik - The Pearl in the Adriatic Dubrovnik B,D Valamar Club Dubrovnik Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 1.5 hours. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Take an introductory walk of the great historic and unique city of Dubrovnik. The ...
Day
11 Cruise the Elafiti Islands, Swimming and Snorkeling Dubrovnik B,L,D Valamar Club Dubrovnik Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 4 hours. Please note that each participant must bring their own snorkeling equipment; there is no place to rent snorkelin...
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12 Village of Cilipi, Folklore Dance Performance Dubrovnik B,L,D Valamar Club Dubrovnik Activity note: Approximate total activity time is 3 hours. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Field trip this morning to the village of Cilipi (502 feet), well known fo...
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13 Departures In Flight B Breakfast: At the hotel. This concludes our program. Morning: Airport shuttle to the Dubrovnik airport (30 minutes). Please join our Facebook page and share photos of your program. Visit us at www.facebook.com/rsadventures.

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Price From $3,999
Price per day$308
Last Updated: 2/10/2022

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Meals Included
  • 31 Meals
  • 11 Breakfasts
  • 9 Lunches
  • 11 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegetarian
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