Ston, Croatia
Car small group tour by Monterrasol Travel.
Small group tour package 12 days in CroatiaMediterranean vibe in Croatia: Dubrovnik to Zagreb 12 days tour. Explore Dalmatia coast, islands Korcula, Krk. UNESCO sites, Venetian casles, wine tasting.tour ID: #705
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Tour summaryExplore Dalmatia coast, islands Korcula, Krk. UNESCO sites, Venetian casles, wine tasting. Get a seat on Car small group tour by Monterrasol Travel. This page describes details of the multi-day small group car tour #705 offered by Monterrasol Travel. We, Monterrasol Travel, are an independent tour operator specialized in cultural and destination tourism. This sightseeing tour has been developed by Monterrasol Travel for small groups travelers based on our own experiences and belongs to the group of car tours with pre-designed itineraries. If you like this tour but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #705. The custom itinerary will cost you nothing, it's free from our side. The tour will start in Dubrovnik, Croatia, finish in Zagreb, Croatia, and will take 12 days (11 nights). During this tour you will visit such places and attractions as Trsteno, Ston, Korčula (Korcula), Omiš (Omis), Split, Trogir, Loreto, Šibenik (Sibenik), Zadar, Nin, Vir, Nehaj, Senj, Krk, Nova Kraljevica, Rijeka, Trsat, Stara Sušica (Stara Susica), Karlovac, Dubovac, located in Croatia. Overall, with this tour you will visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites and 1 site from the UNESCO Tentative List (sites that were submitted to the World Heritage Committee, and are awaiting to consider for nomination, and therefore suitable for inscription on the World Heritage List). Additional informationWe will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Dubrovnik. Drop-off is possible at any hotel or place, in or around Zagreb. We, at Monterrasol Travel, practice the Slow Tourism philosophy. That means that we work our tours at a gentle pace with no rush, allowing our clients to have a more authentic experience and a true exploration of each destination that features in our itineraries. Our tour prices include accommodation in 3-star hotels, which are usually not near historical centers with pedestrian streets. If you would like better accommodation in terms of location and quality level, please contact us. This small group tour is available for solo travelers as well. Please contact us for details. We provide for this tour a special discount for pensioners (seniors citizens). We recommend you consider traveling off-season. Advantages of traveling off-season. Photo galleryPhoto gallery of attractions involved in this tour. This tour starts from €4,139 Tour descriptionIntroductionJoin us on a 12-day in-depth cultural exploration tour from Dubrovnik to Zagreb, crafted for elder people, seniors, and couples who love sightseeing, local food and drinks, and scenic roads in a relaxing way, following the Slow Tourism philosophy with no rush and no tight schedules. This year-round journey is designed to experience the authentic Mediterranean vibe – sun-drenched landscapes, coastal living, rich cuisine, whitewashed walls and terracotta roofs, olive groves and citrus scents, breezy linen and open spaces. Along the way, we will taste light white wines and full-bodied intense red wines, typical of the region. This tour takes you from the sun-kissed Dalmatian coast to the lush green interior, exploring the stunning coasts of Dalmatia, charming coastal towns, Venetian heritage towns, the islands of Korcula and Krk, and magnificent Venetian fortresses and castles. We will experience the best of Croatian Mediterranean charm, with its relaxed pace and timeless beauty. The tour is especially recommended for the shoulder seasons – April, May, June, September, and October – when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are smaller. Day after day descriptionDay 1. We will depart from Dubrovnik and travel to Trsteno to explore its magnificent arboretum, one of the oldest Renaissance gardens in Dalmatia, dating back to the 15th century. We will then continue to Ston and will explore the Ston historical ensemble (UNESCO Tentative List Site), including the Kastio fortress and the famous Ston walls, a monumental defensive system built by the Republic of Ragusa in the 14th-15th centuries, often called the "European Wall of China". We will then travel to Korcula island for accommodation. Day 2. After staying in Korcula, we will explore the charming coastal town of Korcula, with its Venetian Gothic architecture and narrow cobbled streets, often associated with the explorer Marco Polo. We will then come to explore a local winery where we will enjoy a tasting of Dalmatian wines, particularly the red Plavac Mali variety, known for its rich, intense character. We will stay another night in Korcula. Day 3. After 2 nights in Korcula, we will travel to explore the Putnikovic wine museum, a unique attraction dedicated to the history of winemaking in the region, and visit the Putnikovic winery for another tasting of their excellent wines. We will then continue to see Omis, a charming coastal town nestled at the mouth of the Cetina River, famous for its pirate history and beautiful beaches. After that, we will come to Split for accommodation. Day 4. After staying in Split, we will spend the day exploring the city's historical center, a vibrant living museum wrapped around the 4th-century Diocletian's Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site). We will visit the Cathedral of St. Domnius (originally Diocletian's mausoleum), stroll through the Golden Gate, the palace's monumental northern entrance, and soak in the atmosphere of this ancient imperial residence. We will stay another night in Split. Day 5. After 2 nights in Split, we will travel to Trogir, a charming island-town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and explore its beautifully preserved medieval core, the 13th-century Cathedral of St. Lawrence with its masterful portal, and the 15th-century Kamerlengo Fortress. We will then continue to see the Loreto monument, a 30-meter-tall votive statue of Our Lady of Loreto erected in 1960, and enjoy the stunning panoramic viewpoint. After that, we will come to Sibenik for accommodation. Day 6. After staying in Sibenik, we will explore the sea-guardian St. Nicholas Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), located at the entrance to the St. Anthony Channel, as well as the Barone Fortress and St. Michael Fortress (both UNESCO World Heritage Sites). We will then wander through Sibenik's atmospheric historical center and admire the magnificent Cathedral of St. James (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece of Gothic and Renaissance architecture built entirely of stone between the 15th and 16th centuries. We will stay another night in Sibenik. Day 7. After 2 nights in Sibenik, we will travel to Zadar to explore its fortified old town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a city with roots stretching back to antiquity. We will wander through the historical center, experience the enchanting Sea Organ, an architectural sound installation that creates melodies from the waves, visit the 12th-century St. Anastasia's Cathedral, and stroll through the Roman Forum, the largest on the eastern Adriatic coast. We will stay in Zadar. Day 8. After staying in Zadar, we will travel to Nin, a charming coastal town built on a small island, and explore its historical center. We will visit the Salt Museum, which preserves the tradition of salt production dating back to Roman times. We will then continue to see the breathtaking Red Stone viewpoint on the island of Vir, and then to Senj to explore its historical center. We will stay in Senj. Day 9. After staying in Senj, we will come to explore the imposing Nehaj Fortress, a 16th-century square tower built by Croatian nobles to defend against Ottoman incursions. We will then travel to see the impressive Krk bridge, connecting the mainland to the island of Krk, and explore the island of Krk itself. We will walk the scenic Rajska cesta (Paradise Road) and explore the charming Krk coastal town. We will stay in Krk. Day 10. After staying in Krk, we will visit an Immortelle farm on the island, where we will learn about the cultivation and use of this aromatic plant in traditional medicine and cosmetics. We will then continue to explore the beautifully preserved Renaissance Frankopan Castle Nova Kraljevica. We will then travel to Rijeka to visit St. Vitus Cathedral (Catholic), a unique Baroque rotunda built between 1638 and 1725, and explore the Clock Tower, a historic landmark in the city's main square. We will stay in Rijeka. Day 11. After staying in Rijeka, we will travel to Trsat to explore Trsat Castle, a medieval fortress overlooking Rijeka, famous for its sanctuary and panoramic views of the Kvarner Bay. We will then come to explore the Shrine of Mary of God of Trsat (Catholic), a major pilgrimage site since the 13th century, known for housing the Holy House of Loreto – according to tradition, angels carried it from Nazareth to Trsat in 1291 before it moved to Loreto, Italy. We will also enjoy the viewpoint at Fortica, offering stunning vistas over Rijeka and the surrounding area. We will then continue to see the romantic ruins of Stara Susica Castle. After that, we will come to Karlovac for accommodation. Day 12. After staying in Karlovac, we will travel to Dubovac to explore Dubovac Fortress, a well-preserved hilltop castle overlooking the town of Karlovac. We will then travel to Karlovac to see Aquatika, the freshwater aquarium which showcases the diverse aquatic life of Croatia's rivers and lakes. Finally, we will arrive in Zagreb, where our memorable journey concludes. ConclusionThis 12-day in-depth cultural exploration delivers a wonderfully relaxed immersion into the Mediterranean vibe, coastal beauty, and culinary treasures of Croatia, enriched by tastings of local Plavac Mali and other Dalmatian wines. We warmly invite you to travel with us – at a gentle pace, without hurry – to experience the timeless allure of Korcula, Split, Trogir, Sibenik, Zadar, Krk, Rijeka, and their enchanting surroundings. This tour is provided by a company specialized in Croatia. Border crossing for this tripThis tour does not require border crossing. Money and paymentsIn each country of your trip you can use main credit and debit cards. You can use ATM to withdrawal cash or pay at purchase point with card. More information on currencies, payments, and use cards you can read on this our page: On the trip: currencies, payments, card use. Last reviewed: 11 August 2026 Tour itineraryTour starts in: Dubrovnik, Croatia day 1: travel to Trsteno, visit Trsteno arboretum, travel to Ston to see Kastio fortress, visit Ston historical ensemble (UNESCO Tentative List Site), visit Ston walls, travel to Korcula to see Korcula island; accommodation in Korcula Tour finishes in: Zagreb, Croatia Planned distance of this tour: 1095 km What is a good itinerary for a multi-day tourHow to understand if this itinerary is good for you? Read our advice: what is a good itinerary for a multi-day tour. If you like this small group tour and itinerary but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #705. We do not charge for development a custom car tour itinerary, it will cost you nothing. We will be glad to discuss with you the details of your future trip and plan it following your ideas and wishes. Visited places during the tourOur tour will pass several towns and places along the route. Each town and place has something to offer from a tourist's point of view. We will stop in each place and explore its attractions. The exact attractions for each place or town can be seen in the tour's itinerary. Here is the list of places visited during this tour, in the order they appear in the itinerary. Trsteno, CroatiaKnown for arboretum, fountain, garden, monument, viewpoint Trsteno is a picturesque coastal village situated in southern Croatia, and is home for famous Arboretum, a magnificent garden with a sophisticated botanical collection featuring exotic species brought from all over the world, include the two giant Oriental Plane trees more than 500 years old, and beautiful fontain from 15th century. Ston, CroatiaKnown for architecture, fortress, historical ensemble, museum, palace, walls; historical ensemble is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Ston was a major fort of the Ragusan Republic whose defensive walls were regarded as a notable feat of medieval architecture. The town's inner wall measures 890 metres in length, while the Great Wall outside the town has a circumference of 5 km. The walls extend to Mali Ston (Little Ston), a smaller town on the northern side of the isthmus and the end of the Bay of Mali Ston, notable for its mariculture. Korčula (Korcula), CroatiaKnown for island, medieval old town This Dalmatian island is one of the larger in the archipelago, and hosts several coastal and inland towns. Korcula is an excellent place to discover some of the most scenic beaches in Croatia. Korcula Old Town is a historic fortified town on the protected east coast of the island of Korcula, in Croatia, in the Adriatic. Omiš (Omis), CroatiaKnown for fortress, medieval old town Omiš is small town and port surrounded with massive gorges, located where the Cetina River meets the Adriatic Sea. Omiš is best known for the traditional Summer Festival and, in the past Omiš was notorious because of the pirates of Omiš whose ships were symbols of courage and strength. Split, CroatiaKnown for beach, coastal town, gate, historical center, historical landmark, museum (archaeological), museum (art), palace, promenade, seaport; historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Split, the second-largest city in Croatia, located in the historical Dalmatia region, initially a Greek settlement Aspalathos, known for its historical complex with the Palace of Diocletian is a UNESCO World Heritage Site from 1979. Trogir, CroatiaKnown for coastal town, fortress, historical center, marina, museum, palace, promenade, catholic cathedral, catholic church; historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Trogir is a historic harbour town on the Adriatic coast of Croatia, in Dalmatia region, one of the four historical regions of Croatia. Since 1997, the historic center of Trogir has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites for its Venetian architecture. Loreto, CroatiaKnown for monument, viewpoint The monumental Statue of Our Lady of Loreto stands proudly on top of Gaj hill, overlooking the beautiful coastal town of Primosten in central Dalmatia. This impressive hill is about 173 meters high and is located roughly 20 miles south of the city of Sibenik and 30 kilometers north of Trogir. The statue is situated in a region famous for its scenic landscapes, vineyards, pristine beaches, and a charming medieval old town located on a small island. Šibenik (Sibenik), CroatiaKnown for coastal town, fortified town, fortress, historical center, marina, promenade, venetian empire, viewpoint, catholic cathedral, franciscan church; cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Sibenik, known in Italy as Sebenico, is a historic city in Croatia, located in central Dalmatia, where the river Krka flows into the Adriatic Sea. Sibenik has four fortresses and historic center with the Cathedral of St James. The Cathedral and St. Nicholas fortress are included in UNESCO's World Heritage Site list. Roughly 18 kilometres north of the city is the Krka National Park, similar to the Plitvice Lakes National Park, known for its many waterfalls, flora, fauna, and historical and archaeological remains. The Kornati archipelago, west of Sibenik, consists of 150 islands in a sea area of about 320 km2, making it the densest archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea. Zadar, CroatiaKnown for byzantine empire, coastal town, fortified town, fortress, gate, historical center, marina, museum, promenade, seaport, venetian empire, catholic cathedral; fortified town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Zadar is the oldest continuously inhabited Croatian city, it is situated on the Adriatic Sea, and serves as the seat of Zadar County and of the wider northern Dalmatian region. Zadar is the second-largest city of the region of Dalmatia and the fifth-largest city in the country. Zadar gained its urban structure in Roman times; during the time of Julius Caesar and Emperor Augustus, the town was fortified and the city walls with towers and gates were built. Now, the fortified city of Zadar is on UNESCO's World Heritage Site list as part of Venetian Works of Defence between 15th and 17th centuries: Stato da Terra – western Stato da Mar in 2017. Nin, CroatiaKnown for beach, coastal town, historical center, marina, museum, catholic church Nin, the oldest royal town in Croatia, was historically important as a center of a medieval Christian Bishopric. Up to the abolition and Latinization imposed by King Tomislav in the first half of the 10th century, Nin was the center of the autonomous Croatian branch of the Church. Nin was also the seat of the Princes of Dalmatia. The Bishop Gregory of Nin (Grgur Ninski) was an important figure in the 10th century ecclesiastical politics of Dalmatia. Vir, CroatiaKnown for castle, coastal town, marina, peninsula, scenic road, viewpoint Vir peninsula, linked to Croatia's mainland by a bridge, is a North Dalmatian coastal gem blending modern comforts with rustic charm. Once a quiet fishing area, it's now a family-friendly destination famed for sandy beaches, clear waters, and vibrant summer energy. Its accessibility and mix of relaxation and activities make it a hit with both locals and international visitors. Nehaj, CroatiaKnown for fortress, museum, viewpoint Nehaj Fortress, completed in 1558, incorporated defensive innovations of its time. The structure rises impressively from the hillside of town Senj, creating an imposing silhouette visible from miles around. During the same period that Christopher Columbus was discovering America, Senj was already a center of Croatian literature and publishing. Senj, CroatiaKnown for coastal town, fortress, gate Senj is an old coastal town situated in the northern part of the Adriatic. Senj is one of the oldest settlements on the Croatian coast and it lies dramatically at the foot of two mountains. The most iconic landmark of Senj is the Nehaj Fortress from 1558, which sits atop a hill and dominates the town's skyline. Krk, CroatiaKnown for bridge, coastal town, island, marina Nova Kraljevica, CroatiaKnown for castle Rijeka, CroatiaKnown for coastal town, fortress, historical center, museum (natural history), seaport, stairway, catholic basilica, catholic cathedral, catholic pilgrimage center Trsat, CroatiaKnown for castle, viewpoint, catholic basilica Trsat is an eastern hillside district of Rijeka, Croatia's principal seaport, dramatically positioned above the left bank of the Rjecina River near its mouth into the Kvarner Bay. This elevated neighborhood sits approximately 138 meters above sea level, dominating the city skyline and offering commanding views of the port and the surrounding Adriatic coastline. Stara Sušica (Stara Susica), CroatiaKnown for castle Karlovac, CroatiaKnown for aquarium, brewery, castle Dubovac, CroatiaKnown for castle, museum, viewpoint Perched on a wooded hill above Karlovac town, the Dubovac Castle, former feudal stronghold, is a medieval gem blending history with panoramic views. Its strategic position and preserved architecture make it a key cultural landmark. Visitors explore its towers, museum, and serene surroundings, stepping into Croatia's storied past. Tour mapTour starts in: Dubrovnik, Croatia
day 1: Trsteno arboretum; Ston, Kastio fortress; Ston historical ensemble; Ston walls; accommodation in Korcula Tour finishes in: Zagreb, Croatia Planned distance of this tour: 1095 km Availability of this tourPlease check below for the availability of this small group tour for a specific month and year. In addition, for this tour, a 30 days cut-off period is in effect. Of course, you are always welcome to contact us with questions about availability. Check availability for specific period:
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The min amount of people in this tour: 2 This small group tour is available all year round. SRS means single room supplement. Prices above depend on the season. Read our pricing policy. Maybe you want?What the tour includes• transport with driver • transportation in car with air conditioner • the car is minivan by default • company's tour guide • English spoken driver and tour guide • tour guide all the time with you • accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions • accommodation with breakfast only What the tour does not include• lunch and dinner • accommodation in single rooms • hotel tourist tax • professional tour guide • entry fees and tickets • flights tickets • ferry tickets • travel insurance • country visas Safe TravelsThe Safe Travels stamp allows travelers to recognize destination companies around the world that have implemented health and hygiene protocols that are aligned with WTTC's Global Safe Travels Protocols. Monterrasol Travel Small group tours has implemented health and hygiene protocols. Monterrasol Travel is the Safe Travels company. ![]() |
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