Adriatic Hiking Adventure - Self Guided Walking Tour in Croatia (High Season)

8 Days, Multiple Departures

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Adriatic Hiking Adventure - Self Guided Walking Tour in Croatia (High Season)
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Step into a realm where nature's canvas paints a breathtaking masterpiece, where rugged trails beckon and ancient villages whisper tales of old. Our Adriatic Hiking Adventure is a poetic journey through Croatia's enchanting landscapes, where crystal-clear waters dance with the sun's rays and rugged cliffs stand as sentinels of time.

Wander through coastal villages adorned with ancient stone, where narrow cobblestone streets lead to hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Here, amidst the charm of old-world architecture, you'll find a taste of tradition in every corner and a sense of history in every step.

Indulge your senses with the flavors of Croatia, from the freshest seafood to time-honored delicacies passed down through generations. Whether you're savoring a meal by the sea or exploring the secrets of historic towns, each moment is a celebration of culture and culinary delight.

So lace up your boots and embrace the call of adventure as you traverse scenic trails and uncover hidden gems along the way. From the rugged beauty of national parks to the tranquility of pristine beaches, our self-guided walking tour offers a harmonious blend of exploration and relaxation, inviting you to immerse yourself in the wonders of Croatia's Adriatic coast.

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Materials, maps and directions for self guided walking tours (route notes), ferry tickets, local emergency support, time table of buses, boats and other useful information: shops, markets, restaurants…

Airfare

Food

7x breakfast

Accommodation

Bed and breakfast, guesthouses.

"They were professional, responsive, friendly, knowledgeable, and helped us put together a great trip. We did 4 night Croatia self guided bike trip (Orebić, korcula, Ston, Konavle, then added on two nights in Montenegro. They arranged perfect small family run hotels, gave us great routes with tips of things to do, see, eat, … along the way. They made sure we were comfortable and safe, answering all questions before our daily rides."

- Jenny C, Apr 2023

"We have just got back from an amazing cycle tour. All the communication was excellent from start to finish. The route information was easy to understand and all the accommodation was really lovely."

- Robina, May 2023

"We had a private guided cycling tour in the Konavle Valley with Alex. We are fit cyclists with less climbing experience wanting a challenging but enjoyable ride taking in the beautiful scenery along the way. Aleks put together a 3 hour ride with some great climbing and fun descents that checked all those boxes. He was knowledgeable and fun to talk to about the local area as well as cycling in general. We would not have felt comfortable doing the ride without his guidance. I highly recommend getting a guide and not going out on your own if you have not been to the area before."

- Amy, Jul 2023

"My husband and I had a terrific 7 day, self guided cycle tour of the Dalmatian Coast - known for stunning views, wine and of course...The Adriatic Sea. From the first contact with Jelena (who was so attentive, knowledgeable and helpful), to Alex and Amir (our drivers), to the quaint and charming local accommodations that were booked for us, the whole experience was well worth it. We want to give special mention to Kata (Maestral Accomodations in Orebic) and Angelina (Amfora Villa in Dubrovnik). They took such good care of us and their breakfasts were so good! The daily cycling was well mapped out for us - we had a really special and memorable experience."

- Participant, Jul 2023

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About The Host

Welcome to our adventure tourism company based in the beautiful city of Dubrovnik! We specialize in providing unforgettable experiences for tourists and locals alike, showcasing the natural beauty and rich culture of this stunning region.

Our team consists of passionate and experienced adventurers who are eager to share their love of the outdoors with others. We believe in responsible and sustainable tourism, and strive to leave a positive impact on the communities and environments we visit.

From a stunning cycling and hiking tours to kayaking, we offer a wide range of activities for all levels of adventure seekers. Our knowledgeable and friendly guides will ensure your safety and enjoyment every step of the way.

We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, and pride ourselves on creating customized tours that cater to your specific interests and needs. Whether you’re looking for a solo adventure or a group outing, we have something for everyone.

So come join us on an adventure and discover the hidden gems of Dubrovnik its surrounding areas and wider area of Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Let us create a memorable experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the natural wonders and fascinating history of Croatia. Contact us today to book your next adventure!

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival day (Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik Airport)

Village Lumbarda (Korcula island) - walking tour up to 8 km, night stop Lumbarda.

On arrival day, after meeting at Dubrovnik airport with our guide/driver we do the transfer and ferry to Korcula island, then to village Lumbarda by Korcula town, your base for the next 2 days.
On the first day if you have enough time you can have a short, warming-up hiking trip, to follow the path above the village and visit some of the sandy beaches, and sandy vineyards, enjoy in spectacular views to the open sea and island of Lastovo, or to Peljesac peninsula, without interruptions of cars and traffics.


Overnight: Lumbarda

Meals incuded: breakfast


Day 2

Village Lumbarda (Korcula island), walking tour up to 16 km, night stop Lumbarda

- Total distance (to Korcula town and back is 16 km)


After breakfast, starting walking tour from village Lumbarda, through olive groves and countryside area of Soline to town of Korcula. This coastal path will take you to town Soline where you can take additional trail to hill with St. Antoan church. There are 102 steps to the top, bordered by a cypress alley planted in 1708. The summit is crowned by a small 14th c. church dedicated to St. Anthony the Abbot.

From there you continue to Korcula town. Upon arriving in Korcula town you have possibility to explore city by yourself (stroll through narrow streets of the Old Town, Cathedral and museum, birthplace (house) of the Marco Polo…). From town you can walk back or take taxi to Lumbarda.

Overnight: Lumbarda

Meals included: breakfast

Day 3

Korcula island – Hvar island, overnight on Hvar island

Today you take jetty ferry from Korcula town to Hvar island, there is a ferry in the afternoon and departure time depends of the season. Upon arrival to Hvar town you will have couple hours to explore this historical town, its squares and streets, so we suggest a short walk to the small hill above the town where is fort Fortica from the 16th century and beautiful views to the town and archipelago of Hvar with Pakleni islands.


Overnight: Hvar town

Meals included: breakfast

Day 4

Hvar island walk

Distance 12–19 km

Second day on the Hvar you have a whole day to walk and explore a wider area around Hvar town. We suggest coastal walk to town Milna and back, or you can take longer route and explore rural area with abounded village Malo Grablje and old olive gardens (19 km).There are many highlights of Hvar island, besides great architectures of the old palaces, churches and squares, for sure one of the attractions are beautiful bays and countryside with the old villages and dry stone walls where locals use to farm olives or lavenders.


Overnight: Hvar town

Meals included: breakfast

Day 5

Travel to the island of Mljet, hiking in the National park

Hiking distance is about 13 km

This morning you leave Hvar island and travel with jetty ferry to Mljet island. Your base for this island is by national park area. Mljet island is the greenest Croatian island and also famous by it is natural protected area where are two salt lakes and many historical monuments date from the ancient times.
There are couple of nice walks on the island, but for the 1st day we suggest route around the lakes.


Overnight: Mljet island.

Meals included: breakfast

Day 6

Mljet hiking through national park

Hiking distance is about 12 km

Today you can take hiking trail to peak Montokuc (250 m above sea level) a highest peak in the NP area.
From the top of the hill enjoy beautiful views around. Second day on Mljet you will have chance to explore much more of this green island. If there is a season of nice weather you can enjoy swimming in salt lakes (the sea temperature there is always couple degrees higher then in the open sea), or you can visit St. Mary island where Benedictine founded monastery in 12 century. This island you can reach by small excursion boat.


Overnight : Mljet island

Meals included: breakfast

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Things to keep in mind

Guests right to change or cancellation

About cancellations: If a guest wants to cancel the services booked, this should be done in a written form (e-mail, fax or mail). The date when the agency received a written notice of cancellation is the basis for making the bill of cancellation costs in the following way:

65 days + prior to trip departure: Refund of what you have paid (trip deposit) minus EUR 50,00 processing fee per person.

64 - 45 days prior to trip departure: we charge 50% of your payments (trip deposit) and EUR 50 processing fee per person.

44 – 31 days prior trip departure, a trip deposit is not refundable

30 days before trip starts, we require trip balance

30 – 10 days prior to trip departure: we charge 75% of your total payments and EUR 50 processing fee per person.

9 - 0 days prior trip departure: No refund.

In case if we need to cancel the booking of the trip, we will refund you PRICE paid in advance for the trip. We do not refund bank transfer expenses or credit card fee.

Tourist Offer

Activ Retreats offers the services of mediation and booking on behalf of the provider of services and to their benefit and in this way provides accommodation and tour packages for guests in accordance with the information found on the web pages of activretreats.com except in the state of emergency and due to unexpected circumstances. Activ Retreats tries to be as specific as possible when describing their tours and trips. By paying for one or more tours and trips from our program, you assume a legal obligation towards us and you confirm that you agree with the general conditions of providing travel arrangements and services which are here presented to you. All the items from the tour package present a legal obligation both for the guest and the agency. These conditions are the basis for resolving any possible disputes that may occur between us, therefore please be sure to read them.

Booking and Payment

Reservations can be made by sending an e-mail, fax message or by coming to our office or the offices of our partner-agencies, which are authorized to sell the tours and trips we offer. When making a reservation the guest has to supply all the information required. After receiving a confirmation of the booking, we will send you a requisition form for making the advance payment. To make the reservation valid it is necessary to make the minimum advance payment in the amount of 30% of the full price. After the receipt of the advance payment, you will receive a voucher containing all the necessary information about the reservation.

Balance of the Service

For tours and other services from our offer you have to pay the remaining part of the total sum at least 21 days before the service is required. On receipt of the entire amount the agency will mail you the original Voucher to your address. You should hand in this Voucher directly at the representative of the agency upon arrival to Croatia.

Insurance

Please be sure that you have valid travel insurance, our company does not provide travel insurance (but it is possible on request).
Health and Fitness: You should be in good physical health to participate in our trips, with trip confirmation you confirm that you take trip activity (cycling, hiking, or sea kayak…) at your own risk. Please discuss any health and medical questions you may have with your doctor prior to your trip and upon arrival with our representative.

Level: easy to moderate