Arrive in Split, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Resident Tour Director and fellow guests for a welcome dinner.

Hotel Ambasador | Meals: D

Explore Split, starting with the Palace of Diocletian and its synagogue, and view St. Domnius Cathedral. Stroll Split’s old town and harbour-front promenade. Visit the daily market, and then enjoy your afternoon at leisure before dinner.

Hotel Ambasador | Meals: BD

Rise early for a ride by ferry along the stunning Dalmatian coastline to picturesque Hvar, a lush, mountainous island where Venetian palaces grace narrow backstreets and secluded coves beckon. Upon arrival, visit the old town of Stari Grad, before heading to the family-owned winery of renowned winemaker Andro Tomic for a Chef’s Table experience that includes a wine tasting. Later, on the scenic drive to Hvar Town, stop to view the gleaming limestone Spanjol Fortress. Tonight, enjoy fine dining while overlooking the waterfront.

Palace Elisabeth | Meals: BLD

This morning, walk the historic centre of Hvar Town, pausing to take in the Cathedral, the Arsenal and the Benedictine Nunnery where resident nuns produce the world-famous agave lace. Afterward, enjoy your afternoon at leisure, free to enjoy this beautiful town and its island lifestyle.

Palace Elisabeth | Meals: B

Head to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” stopping en route in Ston, renowned for its oysters, which you may wish to sample when you enjoy lunch in a typical Dalmatian restaurant.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik | Meals: BLD

Stroll through Dubrovnik with your local guide to see the Dominican Monastery, the Rector’s Palace and Dubrovnik Cathedral. Mingle with local traders and craftspeople in its markets. Later, on a fascinating artisan visit in Konavle watch silk weavers at work, carrying on a tradition practiced in the region since at least the 16th century. Learn how the threads from silk-worm cocoons are teased out into the long single strands used to create a variety of garments, from dresses to decorative waistcoats. Return to Dubrovnik for a private cruise, enjoying a Scenic Sundowner and taking in the fantastic city views.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik | Meals: BL

Today, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.

• Take Part in a Cooking Class with Wine Tasting, and then savour what you created for lunch.
• Embark by Sea Kayak on a refreshing, tranquil paddle around Dubrovnik’s Old Town and Lokrum Island.
• Seek Out the City’s Hidden Gems on a guided walking tour to several of Dubrovnik’s less-visited historic sites.

Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner in a fine local restaurant.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik | Meals: BD

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to depart.

Meals: B