Easter in Croatia – Dalmatia during spring

Day 1 : Dubrovnik

Arrival at Dubrovnik Airport and first contact with Croatia. Collection of your vehicle inside the airport. Rental of a compact C-Class break, type *Ford Focus Station Wagon or similar,* including:

– Unlimited mileage
– VAT tax
– Manual gearbox
– One driver insurance
– Basic third party insurance: CDW (collision damage waiver) and TP (third party insurance)

Terra Balka can offer other options. On the spot the renter will be able to propose you additional insurances if necessary. – Option included: Ferry insurance on the islands. First kilometers in your vehicle. Drive to the center of Dubrovnik. Check-in at your hotel. Overnight in a charming 4-star hotel. Classic room.

Day 2 : Dubrovnik

Very early meeting with your guide for a 2-hour private walking tour of Dubrovnik. You will avoid the crowds and enjoy the most beautiful colours on the Adriatic. Dubrovnik, nicknamed The Pearl of the Adriatic , has captured your imagination for weeks and invited itself into your dreams. Open your eyes! Dubrovnik, the perfect city will dazzle you from the moment you arrive. You discover the white marble streets, the red roofs, the lively terraces, the flight of seagulls, the pleasure boats returning from an excursion to the Elaphite Islands. Stroll at your own pace in this simply unique city with its sublime setting.

Highlights of the visit:

Pile Gate, Stradun (the pedestrian promenade), Onofrio fountain, St. Saviour Church.

[To discover Dubrovnik in video, click here.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation id=annotation 460899399&feature=iv&src vid=kb1cOVOZZBE&v=4tPG4z2HeXg) Free day in Dubrovnik. According to your desires choose one or more activities of your choice between outdoor, cultural and sailing.

[To discover Dubrovnik in video, click here.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation id=annotation 460899399&feature=iv&src vid=kb1cOVOZZBE&v=4tPG4z2HeXg) Depending on your wishes, choose one or more activities of your choice between cultural visits, sailing tours or sport activities.

[For our activity suggestions, click here.](https://terra2.toogo.in/public/yourtrip/ACT2019DubrovnikWEB?auth=b6d7f04f14ad) Overnight in a charming 4-star hotel. Classic room.

Day 3 : Dubrovnik

Authentic immersion on the Peljesac Peninsula. Departure in the morning to reach the peninsula known for its untouched nature and crystal-clear sea with a very rich underwater world. This peninsula has as its backbone a mountain chain that reaches its peak at 961 m at Mount Sveti Ilija. Vines that grow on the slopes and at their foot produce very famous wines. The drive from Orebic to Mali Ston is very pleasant. Visit of Mali Ston and then Ston, two small, fortified towns before crossing the land of the king of the red vineyards, the *plavac mali*. On the way, we discover idyllic bays and some fishing villages. Arrival in Orebic, a pleasant and authentic seaside resort that was the residence of many retired ship captains, hence the large and elegant baroque residences with lush gardens. Crossing by ferry to the island of Korcula. Check-in at the hotel. You can visit the old town at sunset if you wish. The colors of the sun reflect on the town, the bay and the Sveti Ilija mountain. Marco Polo is watching over you tonight! Ferry from Orebic to Domince, on the island of Korcula. Crossing of about 15 min. Overnight in a 3-star guesthouse. Standard room.

Day 4 : Korcula island

Explore the Island of Korcula, its sandy beaches and coves, its excellent wines and the charm of its old town. Morning departure to meet the maquis and forests of Aleppo pines, cypresses and oaks that cover this rocky island 47 km long. Direction Lumbarda, a small village on the eastern tip of the island. A short walk to reach the end of the island, before reaching a vineyard and tasting the sweet white wine: the famous Grk, produced from vines planted on the sand. Road to the centre of the island to discover its authentic side and its landscapes of vineyards and hidden creeks. Possibility to have lunch in a family restaurant on the terrace (not included). On the menu: local specialities, cold cuts, cheese and olive oil. A delight! Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel, swim or take a bike ride (not included, to be rented on site). Overnight in a 3-star guesthouse. Standard room.

Day 5 : Korcula island

Authentic immersion on the Peljesac Peninsula. Departure in the morning to reach the ferry port and cross. Arrival in Orebic, a pleasant and authentic seaside resort which was the residence of many retired boat captains, hence the vast and elegant baroque residences with lush gardens. Discovery of the peninsula, known for its unspoiled nature and its crystalline sea offering a very rich underwater world. This peninsula, has as its backbone a mountain range culminating at 961 m of altitude at Mount Sveti Ilija. On the coasts and at their foot, grow vines that produce very famous wines. On the way from Orebic to Mali Ston, one crosses the land of the king of red vineyards, the plavac mali, while discovering idyllic creeks and some fishing villages. Arrival in Prapratno and ferry crossing to Sobra. First steps on the island of Mljet and road to your hotel to settle down in a small corner of paradise. Ferry from Domince to Orebic. Crossing of about 15 minutes. Ferry from Prapratno to Sobra, on the island of Mljet. Crossing of about 45 minutes. Overnight in a 3-star hotel on the seafront, in the bay of Pomena. Standard room.

Day 6 : Mljet Island

Explore Mljet Island at your own pace. The island can be discovered on foot, by bike, by scooter, by car or by boat. From your breakfast to the evening aperitif, the Island offers you every hour changing landscapes, breathtaking lights, a preserved nature and what about the color of the sky at sunset.

Suggested visits (not included):

– Mljet National Park, with its salt lakes and its summit offering a breathtaking view of the entire park and the surrounding archipelago.
– Walking, cycling or kayaking on the salt lakes
– Ulysses cave and bathing
– Sea walk
– Maritime fishing Overnight in a 3-star hotel on the seafront, in the bay of Pomena. Standard room.

Day 7 : Mljet Island

Authentic immersion on the Peljesac Peninsula or direct route to Dubrovnik. Departure in the morning to reach Sobra and cross by ferry to Prapratno. From there you have the choice between discovering the peninsula, known for its unspoiled nature and crystal clear sea offering a very rich underwater world, the villages of Ston and Mali Ston. Or take the direct route to Dubrovnik to enjoy the day in the old town or on one of its beaches. Check-in at the hotel. Ferry from Sobra to Prapratno, pn the island of Mljet. Crossing of about 45 minutes. Overnight in a 4-star hotel. Premium room.

Day 8 : Dubrovnik

Drive to the airport 2.5-3 hours before your flight. Return your vehicle at the airport. Check-in and boarding.