This is a wonderful guided walking holiday in Dubrovnik and the surrounding area including the islands of Lopud and Sipan, the medieval town of Cavtat and the picturesque Konavle countryside.
Besides walking activities, this trip offers possibilities to explore many interesting cultural and archeological sights, and to taste and enjoy traditional food and family hospitality. Our routes pass through the interesting Konavle countryside with its hills and villages, through the narrow streets of Dubrovnik's old town, as well as taking us through the olive groves of Sipan island and along the shores of Lopud island. This is a great opportunity to pass by cultural and archeological sights and landscapes where nature and history combine in a perfect setting.
Day 1 Dubrovnik to Cavtat After your arrival at Dubrovnik airport you will be transferred to your accommodation in the small medieval town of Cavtat, located to the south-east of Dubrovnik. You have the evening to yourself to explore Cavtat's old city centre.
Night in a pension
Day 2 Konavle countryside hiking After breakfast we will start our trekking tour. From Cavtat, we follow the path above the cliffs, through the forest, vineyards and the fields of Konavle. On the route, we will visit many interesting spots and will walk through many old villages, from Cilipi to the last village of Radovcici. The first day we will walk a maximum of 15km. 6 hours of moderate walking.
Night in a pension. Breakfast included.
Day 3 Konavle countryside - Mount Snejznica trekking. After breakfast we leave Cavtat and we continue to the region of the Konavle hills. We leave our minibus in the village of Kuna where we start our trekking tour to the highest peak in the Dubrovnik region, Mount Snjeznica (1234 m). Trekking time is about 5 hours. After a picnic lunch in the mountain we return to the village of Kuna from where we have a transfer to our next destination, Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik is our base for the next 5 days.
Night in a pension.
Breakfast and lunch included
Day 4 Dubrovnik sightseeing and walking tour Today we will visit and explore the old town of Dubrovnik. After breakfast we will walk from our Dubrovnik accommodation to the old centre. There we meet our guide who will take us through Dubrovnik’s streets and introduce us to its rich history. The tour takes 2 hours combining cultural sightseeing with easy walking.
Night in a pension. Breakfast included.
Day 5 Hiking on Sipan Island To explore and to enjoy the region around Dubrovnik it is essential to go toward the sea, to the Elaphite Island of Sipan. Sipan is a fisherman’s island dating from ancient times. In the middle age Sipan was a summer residence of Dubrovnik’s patricians. Today, many traces, monuments, castles and churches are witness of its history. With lush green Mediterranean vegetation and very few, Sipan is a perfect destination for walking.
Our tour begins after breakfast; we walk from our accommodation to the port of Gruz where we board the boat to Sipan. The morning walk starts at Sudjuradj and ends at the port of Luka. Trekking time of about 3.5 hours.
Night in a pension. Breakfast included.
Day 6 Hiking on Lopud island Today we explore another Elaphite island, the island of Lopud. The one hour boat ride from Dubrovnik will take us to the bay of Lopud. From this picturesque and tranquille village, the path will take us along narrow streets, through botanical parks and maccia woods and valleys to the water fronts of the island and the famous sandy beach of Sunj. The mild Mediterranean climate, the lush Mediterranean and sub-tropical vegetation (cypress, lemon, orange, pine and palm trees), the numerous summer manors and palaces built at the end of the 16th century, all make Lopud an ideal place for a day's walking combining nature with culture. Return to Dubrovnik in the late afternoon. Night in a pension. Breakfast included.
Day 7 Rest day in Dubrovnik On your last day you can do as you please in Dubrovnik. At night we will gather together in a local restaurant for a celebratory dinner to mark the end your holiday in Croatia. Night in a pension. Breakfast included.
Day 8 Transfer to the airport and departure End of stay after breakfast. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik airport.
Starting point Dubrovnik airport
End Dubrovnik airport
Accommodation Accommodation is provided in private houses (apartments or rooms) in Dubrovnik and Cavtat.
Number of people 2-16 persons per group
Options - Single supplement : 90€
Included Transfers from (and to) Dubrovnik airport to (and from) the accommodation. Transfers between destinations during the trip. 7 nights accommodation. Breakfasts are included, other meals are included according to the trip itinerary (1 x picnic lunch, last night's group dinner). Guided tours by an English speaking Croatian guide, entrance fees and tickets to the places of interest on our tours.
Not included Flights and airport taxes. Transfers not planned in the program, meals not provided for within the programme. Drinks. Travel insurance. Optional activities and personal expenses.
