Upon arrival to Dubrovnik, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

Dubrovnik, known as the "Pearl of Adriatic", is one of the most recognizable destinations in Europe with its gorgeous coastline, historic architecture and collection of cultural festivities year-round.

This morning, be met at your hotel for a transfer to your Croatian cooking class. With help from your hosts, pick ingredients right from the garden. Utilize all your senses and enjoy the lovely scents of wild spices, the feeling of fresh dough as it is kneaded to make bread and taste the accompanying olive oil all while learning from your hosts. Return to Dubrovnik.

This afternoon, you will have your private walking tour of Dubrovnik's city center. Irish author George Bernard Shaw wrote, "Those who seek paradise on Earth must come to Dubrovnik". The Old Town, protected by city walls, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A walk along the ramparts reveals a different view of the Elafiti Islands and Old Town. On your tour with your local guide you will see Onofrio fountain, the city bell tower and numerous medieval buildings. After the tour, take the remainder of the day for exploration of Old Town on your own. ...read less

In the morning, after breakfast and checking out of your hotel you will continue to Split.

On route, you will stop in one of the best wineries in Croatia. Located on the hills rising from the Adriatic Sea, enjoy a tour of the cellar and the winery along with a unique gastronomic experience of combining fine food with excellent wines all produced at this very vineyard.

In the late afternoon you will arrive to Split. After checking in, have some free to familiarize yourself with this amazing city.

Your day will start with a private walking tour of Split's city center with your guide. The city of Split has evolved over the centuries, offering a perfect mix of history and modern influences, amazing ancient Roman architecture infused with modern bars, restaurants, and vibrant life. Before visiting Split's open green market, visit Diocletian's Palace. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was originally built as a residential summer palace for the Roman emperor.

In the afternoon, we will visit the town of Trogir, a short 30-minute drive north of Split. This small and quaint medieval town connected by a bridge to the mainland was founded in the 3rd century BC by the Greeks. Later rulers were Rome, Byzantium, Venice, and Austria but the deepest cultural expansion has been left by the Croats. Trogir is still very well preserved and is on the UNESCO'S World Heritage list. The city of Salona was built in the 4th Century BC and is situated 9 km from Split on the mouth of the River Jadro and was the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia and the birthplace of Roman Emperor Diocletian (244-311 AD). We will take you on a guided walk through these ancient remains where you will hear about the history of these turbulent times.

Alternatively, we can coordinate a guided visit to the nearby fortress of Klis as well as the Museum of Alka (ancient equestrian chivalry competition) can be visited with lunch in a more rural traditional setting.

Klis fortress (10th century A.D.) is one of the most dramatic looking fortresses in Croatia. Built on a cliff overlooking Split with its extraordinary historical significance, it is also famous for its use as a location during Game of Thrones filming. After your tour of the fortress and small museum we will continue to the small town called Sinj, 20 miles from Split. There we will visit the museum of Alka's, an equestrian competition held in the Croatian town of Sinj every first Sunday in August since 1715. It commemorates a Croatian Venetian victory over Ottomans on August 14, 1715 in which the local Christian population of around 700 Croats in cooperation with a smaller number of Venetians managed to defend Sinj against 60,000 Ottoman soldiers. ...read less

In the morning, you will continue to Istria (approx. 6 hours drive). On your way, you will stop at Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Breathtakingly beautiful, Plitvice Lakes is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the oldest national park in Croatia. The waters flowing over the limestone and chalk have, over thousands of years, deposited travertine barriers, creating natural dams which in turn have created a series of beautiful lakes, caves and waterfalls. Walk on wooden bridges and drive on electric boats to experience firsthand nature's wonder.

After your tour and on route to Istria, stop for lunch in one of the best restaurants in the area serving traditional local food with a modern twist. Upon arrival to your hotel in Istria, check in and enjoy the evening at leisure. ...read less

In the morning, discover Istria region, one of the most beautiful parts of Croatia, often called Tuscany as it once was. The first stop will be at Motovun, overlooking the Mirna River valley, surely the most famous and picturesque Istrian medieval town. This captivating hilltop town is one of the characteristic symbols of the Istrian peninsula. Motovun is surrounded by vineyards from which the finest Istrian wines are produced and is world famous for its truffles. After your tour of Motovun we recommend a truffle-based lunch in a local traditional tavern. On your way back to the hotel, stop at Groznjan, another hilltop medieval town filled with art galleries in which you can wander and find a perfect souvenir to take home. Arrival to your hotel in the afternoon. ...read less

After breakfast, enjoy a private guided tour of the ancient city of Rovinj (45minutes from Motovun), one of the most spectacular locations in all of Croatia. Explore this amazing city with your guide with some free time for lunch. On the way back to your hotel, take part in a wine tasting in one of the best Istrian wineries, Kozlovic.

Alternatively, instead of wine tasting, your final dinner can be organized in San Canzian's amazing restaurant.

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the Pula airport for your flight home.