Dubrovnik to Venice

Intrepid Travel · 10 days
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
Dubrovnik to Venice
10 Days
From AUD $2445
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(13 reviews)

Dubrovnik to Venice

Dubrovnik to Venice

Intrepid Travel · 10 days
Duration

10 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Basic

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Discover the rich artistic heritage, natural attractions and acclaimed cuisines of Croatia, Slovenia and Italy on this ten-day trip from Dubrovnik to Venice.

Highlights

  • Explore a lesser-visited part of Croatia during a daytrip to the Elafiti Islands. Soak up free time to unwind in nature or float in the crystal-clear waters.
  • Stroll through Plitvice Lakes National Park – a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site. See the luminous lakes and azure waterfalls that look like they’ve been sketched by an artist.
  • Walk the streets, medieval buildings and restored castle of Ljubljana’s Old Town – your local leader will know all the hotspots, plus the best cafes for a coffee break.
  • Feast on Mediterranean fresh seafood, Italian-influenced antipasti and the crunchy, doughy dessert of fritule in the culinary capital of Croatia – Zagreb. Then if you like, explore the touching Museum of Broken Relationships.
  • Journey to romantic Venice. Fall in love with its labyrinth of alleyways, canals, lagoon islands and endless historic attractions and maybe hop on a gondola to explore the city from a different perspective.

Trip Details

Duration

10 days

Transportation

Train,Public bus,Private vehicle

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Finishes

Venice, Croatia

Accommodations

Basic

Travel Style

Explorer

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Dubrovnik
Dobro Dosli! Welcome to Croatia. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight in Dubrovnik – the undisputed jewel of the Dalmatian Coast. With the sparkling water of the Adriatic in the background, this city is full of character and can be easily covered on foot. If you arrive early, maybe visit the Church of St Blaise, take a cable car to Mount Srd or discover Game of Thrones filming locations. After your meeting, maybe find a local restaurant for dinner and get to know your fellow travellers.

Optional Activities:

  • Dubrovnik - Mt Srd Museum of Croatian War of Independence (4 EUR)
  • Dubrovnik - Lokrum Island Boat Trip (27 EUR)
  • Dubrovnik - War Photography Museum (10 EUR)
  • Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace (13 EUR)
  • Dubrovnik - Discover Game of Thrones Filming Locations Urban Adventure (69 EUR)
  • Dubrovnik - Srd Hill Hike - Free
  • Dubrovnik - Franciscan Monastery (4 EUR)
  • Dubrovnik - City Walls Walk (35 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hostel (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Dubrovnik
This morning, set off on a daytrip to the Elafiti Islands – a small archipelago northwest of Dubrovnik – exploring churches along the way. When you arrive at the beach, you’ll have some free time to relax, swim or find a coastal restaurant for a long lunch. After, return to Dubrovnik where the rest of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe visit Big Onofrio's Fountain, built by architect Onofrio della Cava in the 15th century to supply water to the city, or check out the Franciscan Monastery – home to one of the world's oldest continuously functioning pharmacies, founded in the 13th century. Tonight, maybe kick back on Banje Beach or find a good spot for dinner with a sunset view.

Included Activities:

  • Dubrovnik – Elafiti Island Day Trip

Accommodation:

  • Hostel (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Split
This morning, travel up the coast to Split. If Dubrovnik is considered the heart of Dalmatia, Split is certainly the soul. On a small peninsula on the eastern shores of the Adriatic Sea, it's the second-largest city in Croatia. Today is a long travel day, so it's a good idea to get stuck into your book or favourite podcasts. When you arrive, the afternoon is free for you to explore Split at your own pace. Maybe wander through the historic streets, see the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Diocletian's Palace or join a tour with a local guide? Dinner by the sea is recommended, whether you’re after fresh seafood or you just want to catch the deep colours of the sunset.

Optional Activities:

  • Split - Fish Market - Free
  • Split - Cellars of the Diocletian's Palace (8 EUR)
  • Split - Ethnographic Museum (3 EUR)
  • Split - City Museum (4 EUR)
  • Split - Gallery of Fine Arts (5 EUR)
  • Split - St Domnius Cathedral and Tower (10 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hostel (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Split
Today is a free day in Split. At the heart of its atmospheric Old Town is a fascinating city-within-a-city – the remains of a 3rd-century palace built for Roman Emperor Diocletian. These ancient walls now house a vibrant mix of shops, cafes, restaurants and houses. Maybe step back in time as you stroll the sprawling maze of passageways and courtyards – you’ll also find a 16th-century synagogue and a courtyard often filled with music. This afternoon, why not sample Croatia’s fine coffee culture with a frothy kava from a cafe on the Riva waterfront promenade or climb the Cathedral of Saint Domnius for panoramic views over the city. The rest of the night is free for you to explore Split at your own pace.

Optional Activities:

  • Split – Highlights of Split Urban Adventure (64 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hostel (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Plitvice Lakes National Park / Zagreb
Visit one of Croatia's most beautiful sites of UNESCO World Heritage status – Plitvice Lakes National Park. You’ll have free time to explore on your own, or you can follow your leader to see the best spots – all trails in the national park are well marked, so it's difficult to get lost. Walk through the wooded hills, surrounding turquoise lakes and waterfalls and be sure to look for local wildlife living in the primeval forest vegetation of beech trees, fir spruce and white pine. Later, drive to Croatia's capital of Zagreb, where you’ll stay tonight.

Included Activities:

  • Plitvice Lakes - National Park Visit

Accommodation:

  • Hostel (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Zagreb
After breakfast, take an orientation walk with your leader around Zagreb. For lunch, you’ll head to Dolac Market – the main market in the city and a great spot to pick up local favourites. The upper level offers seasonal fruits, vegetables, preserves and olive oil and the bottom level sells cheese and meats. Stop by a bakery for a taste of cevapcici (grilled minced meat) – a traditional market snack. Then, the rest of the day is free – maybe check out the gothic Zagreb Cathedral, with its twin spires that dominate the city's skyline or visit one of the excellent museums like the quirky Museum of Broken Relationships.

Included Activities:

  • Zagreb – Dolac Market Lunch
  • Zagreb - Leader-led Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:

  • Zagreb - Mirogoj Cemetery - Free
  • Zagreb - Cathedral - Free
  • Zagreb - Kula Lotrščak (3 EUR)
  • Zagreb - The Croatian Museum of Naive Art (5 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hostel (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Ljubljana
Travel by train this morning across the Slovenian border to the cosmopolitan capital of Ljubljana (pronounced 'Lyub-Li-Yana'). When you arrive, check into your accommodation before heading out on a short orientation walk with your leader. The rest of the day is then free for you to delve deeper into this beautiful city. Located in the centre of Slovenia, Ljubljana is a city full of style and sophistication, history, monuments, churches, museums and great restaurants. Maybe wander around the old city centre, renowned for its unique architectural appearance. You might like to visit the Ljubljana Castle, the Town Hall or the Dragon Bridge or stop at the central Preseren Square, dedicated to the Slovenian romantic poet France Preseren.

Optional Activities:

  • Ljubljana - Dragon Bridge - Free
  • Ljubljana - Metelkova Neighbourhood - Free
  • Ljubljana - Castle and Funicular (16 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
8
Day 8: Ljubljana
Today is a free day to explore Ljubljana further. Maybe set off on a daytrip to Bled – gifted with immense natural beauty, Bled ranks among the most scenic of alpine resorts. Its fairy tale-like scenery includes a castle, a tranquil lake and an island topped with a church. Maybe take a Pletna boat ride (a wooden, awning-covered boat rowed by a special oarsman) across Lake Bled to its island, then climb the 99 steps to St Mary's Church. After, be sure to seek out the famous Bled cream cake – nearly every cafe and cake shop in town claims their cream cake is the best! There's also plenty of action for adrenaline junkies on offer today, like rafting, caving, cycling, canoeing, boating or swimming. Tonight, maybe join your fellow travellers for dinner and try two other local specialities– struklji (rolled dumplings) or potica (nut roll).

Optional Activities:

  • Ljubljana - Sights & Bites Urban Adventure (130 EUR)
  • Bled - Day Trip by Public Bus (15 EUR)
  • Ljubljana - Dragon Bridge - Free
  • Ljubljana - Metelkova Neighbourhood - Free
  • Ljubljana - Castle and Funicular (16 EUR)
  • Bled - Castle (15 EUR)
  • Bled - Pletna Boat Trip (14 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
9
Day 9: Venice
This morning, travel by bus to Venice – the capital of northern Italy’s Veneto region, known for its canals and small islands connected by nearly 400 bridges. When you arrive, the day is free for you to explore. Maybe visit St Mark’s Basilica, the Rialto Bridge or Doge's Palace (the ruler of Venice), ride a gondola through the romantic canals or seek out some tiramisu (coffee-soaked sponge cake) – the region’s specialty! Tonight, you might like to join your fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant to celebrate the last night of your trip.

Optional Activities:

  • Venice - Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs (30 EUR)
  • Venice - Gondola Ride (80 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
10
Day 10: Venice
With no further activities planned today, your trip comes to an end this morning. If you’d like to stay longer in Venice, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Optional Activities:

  • Venice - St Mark's Basilica Treasury (5 EUR)
  • Venice - Accademia Gallery (16 EUR)
  • Venice - Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs (30 EUR)
  • Venice - Traghetto Ride (2 EUR)
  • Peggy Guggenheim Collection (17 EUR)
  • Venice - Chicchetti & Wine Tour of Venice Urban Adventure (112 EUR)
  • Venice - Gondola Ride (80 EUR)
  • Venice - St Mark's Campanile (12 EUR)
  • Ca’ D’Oro - Galería Franchetti (15 EUR)
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $2,445
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 10 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

Discover the rich artistic heritage, natural attractions and acclaimed cuisines of Croatia, Slovenia and Italy on this ten-day trip from Dubrovnik to Venice.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 04 May 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.5
Gemma
Traveled, September 2023

10/09/2023

This was a brilliant trip to a beautiful part of the world. The highlight for me was Lake Bled in Slovenia - absolutely stunning. As Slovenia was high on my wish list, it would be nice if Intrepid could find a way for the group to leave earlier in the morning on the travel day from Zagreb to Ljubljana, even if that meant taking a bus not a train. While Lucija helped us organise our time in the afternoon in Ljubljana and our day at Lake Bled, I’d already done everything I wanted to in Zagreb and would have liked more time in Ljubljana. Every other part of the itinerary was great. Although wet on the day we went, Plitvice Lakes were beautiful. What made this trip even better was having the lovely Lucija as our leader! Definitely recommend this trip.

4.5
Ani
Traveled, August 2023

08/25/2023

I booked this trip last minute without expectations and I was nervous about accommodations. I ended up being very happy and satisfied. With exception of one accommodation being externally small space, everything else was great.

Tour Operator

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