EXCURSIONS
For those interested in seeing what Croatia, Montenegro, and Bosnia have to offer, we can arrange small guided tours, excursions, and cultural experiences through our local partners. They offer unique itineraries tailored to suit your needs. These guides will take you off-the-beaten-path and give you an in-depth perspective that you will not find on your own or with large standard tours. To see what previous guests have to say about the tours, please read our testimonials. For more information or to book a trip, please email us at contact@DubrovnikApartmentSource.com. The following is a brief description of the excursions offered:
Listed prices are per group, not per person. All tours include gas, boat tickets (Korcula and Montenegro), English-speaking driver, car or minibus, 22% VAT, and passenger insurance. A 5 EUR per-passenger surchage is required for pick up at Gruz Port. (Terms & Conditions)
PANORAMA & 1/2-DAY WALKING TOUR OF DUBROVNIK
If you would like a bird's-eye view of Dubrovnik and a tour with the most impressive panoramic views in the area, then this "road trip" is for you. Our English-speaking driver/guide will pick you up and take you on a circuit around the hills above Dubrovnik. Stopping at several view points along the way, you will be driven up to Srd hill (400 metres above the Old Town), location of the front line during the 1990s war and the site of the cable-car route which was destroyed in the conflict. Srd hill's peak offers unbeatable views down into the city, the Zupa Dubrovacka valley, and across the Adriatic Sea to Lokrum and the Elaphite islands. Our driver will then take you down to the Old Town for a guided walking tour of the city.
DURATION: half day
Departure time: flexible. Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 150 EUR
4-7 people: 170 EUR
8-18 people: 340 EUR
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KONAVLE TOUR: CAVTAT & CILIPI
Cavtat and Konavle come together naturally as a combined tour. Cavtat is a small seaside village just 30 minutes from Dubrovnik. Its historic Old Town has an intriguing network of streets and cobbled alleys and its harbor and promenade are one of the most beautiful in Dalmatia. Visitors are encouraged to wander around the small city and explore some of its side streets, shops, and many waterfront café bars.
After visiting Cavtat, the tour continues on to some of the most attractive villages in Konavle. The Konavle area is situated in a valley skirted by the southern mountains of Herzegovina and Montenegro. Its small population lives in some 32 villages scattered across this south-easterly tip of Croatia.
Konavle's folk traditions and way of life are still thriving in many of these settlements and we offer the chance to taste a true culinary tradition in one of the villages' authentic restaurants*. The centerpiece of a lunch enjoyed here is a culinary treat: lamb slowly roasted under an “iron bell” covered in hot coals.
DURATION: half day
Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 140 EUR
4-7 people: 160 EUR
8-18 people: 320 EUR
*Lunch not included in price of tour.
FOLKLORE TOUR OF CILIPI
(available only on Sunday mornings from 1 May to 31 October)
The Folklore Tour of Cilipi is perfect for those wishing to experience a taste of Croatia's past. Located in the beautiful Konavle valley, the small village of Cilipi, badly damaged during the war, has now been restored to its original charming and picturesque state.
Here folklore is a way of life and this tour provides the opportunity to experience firsthand Cilipi's traditional customs and rich heritage. The tour will begin with a welcome drink and a chance to see Cilipi's beautiful St Nicholas' Catholic Church (dating back to the fifteenth century), which dominates the main square. Mass will be open to those who wish to attend, followed by a walk through the village with your guide. Here you'll be able to wander around the stalls where locals offer homemade traditional goods and handicrafts that make wonderful souvenirs.
The real highlights of this tour are, of course, the traditional folk dancing performances which take place every Sunday in front of the church. Locals revel in dressing up in their traditional costumes and performing old songs and dances, which over time have come to define the town. You'll be enthralled by the dancers' energy and enthusiasm and get a real sense of the custom and culture that are at the heart of this area. You may even be invited to join in making this a truly memorable trip!
DURATION: approximately 3 hours
Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 140 EUR
4-7 people: 160 EUR
8-18 people: 320 EUR
TRSTENO & STON TOUR
Combining cultural, botanical, and gastronomic discoveries, this tour of the historic town of Ston and the Trsteno Arboretum has something for everyone.
The tour begins with a leisurely stroll through Trsteno's renowned arboretum, which is over 500 years old and houses more than 300 species of exotic tree and plant life. During the tour you'll have a chance to take in the magnificent scenery, including the summer manor, aqueduct, Baroque fountain, and the centerpiece of the arboretum, two ancient Oriental Plane trees, which are said to be the only specimens of their kind in Europe.
After an exploration of the botanical garden, the tour moves to Ston. This historic town is surrounded by a 5km long fortified wall (the second longest in the world after the Great Wall of China), originally erected in 1358 to protect the town. Today, over 20 towers still remain and the wall represents an impressive link to the past. Your guide will accompany you as you wander the streets of the charming old town, exploring the churches and varied architecture, before climbing a section of the wall to take in the panoramic views.
Your tour then moves on to Ston's ancient salt pans, which are still being worked today after over 2000 years. Ston is also home to a world-famous oyster farm, which thanks to the unique ecological balance of the area, grows a variety of oysters that have long died out elsewhere. The tour ends with a visit to one of the best restaurants in the area for a seafood lunch and, of course, a well-earned tasting of the exceptional oysters!
DURATION: half day
Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 180 EUR
4-7 people: 200 EUR
8-18 people: 400 EUR
PELJESAC WINE TOUR
A quality wine is more than just a beverage. It is an almost magical sensation arising from a harmony of taste, bouquet and texture. Indeed, a glass of wine should be savored with local specialties produced in the region surrounding the vineyards. This authentic experience is offered on our Peljesac Wine Trail tour.
After a morning pick-up, you are taken by air-conditioned mini-bus to the Peljesac Peninsula - the most famous region in Croatia for the production of outstanding red wines. En route, there will also be a short sightseeing stop at the town of Ston in order to admire its impressive medieval walls and ramparts. Next on the schedule is the Marlajis household in the village of Potomlje. The village boasts the prettiest konoba (a kind of combined wine cellar/pub) in the area, a donkey farm, and the opportunity to experience a warm Dalmatian welcome from a local family. This welcome takes the form of excellent homemade herb brandy, local food, and superb wine that cannot be bought in any of Dubrovnik's restaurants or shops.
Afterwards, the tour proceeds through the Dingac Vineyards to visit the Matusko family wine-cellar and enjoy a tasting of the world-famous Dingac and Postup wines.
On the way back to Dubrovnik, there is an important stop at Mali Ston, where you will dine in style at one of the best restaurants in Dalmatia, called Bota Sare, and sample the renowned oysters that are cultivated in the nearby bay. This is a day filled with unforgettable memories, and of course lots of wine-tasting.
DURATION: full day
Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 180 EUR
4-7 people: 200 EUR
8-18 people: 400 EUR
ISLAND OF KORCULA TOUR
Korcula, reputed to be the birthplace of Marco Polo, is an exquisite island town which is easily seen in a day trip from Dubrovnik.
Our driver will take you up the coast from Dubrovnik, following a route that meanders through the vineyards and valleys of the Peljesac Peninsula and finishes at the coastal town of Orebic. From there you will board a short 20 minute ferry ride to the walled town of Korcula, where you will have ample time to wander its narrow cobbled streets and enjoy its shops and seaside cafes before ferrying back to the mainland.
DURATION: full day
Departure at 8:00am; approximate return to Dubrovnik at 18:30. Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 210 EUR
4-7 people: 230 EUR
8-18 people: 460 EUR
MOSTAR TOUR
Mostar is the regional capital of Herzegovina, a region making up half of Croatia’s neighboring country, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is hard to sum up the uniqueness of this multi-faceted city - East and West meet on its gleaming, turquoise river in a blend of oriental architecture, Mediterranean air and Balkan beauty.
Of course, the main attraction is its world-famous bridge, although visitors soon find themselves immersed in other sites in its Ottoman Old Town such as the Old Bazaar, the Turkish House, and one of the many fascinating mosques which have stood in this city for hundreds of years.
DURATION: full day
Departure at 8:00am; arrival in Mostar around 10:00am. Sightseeing of old city in Mostar with optional guided walking tour**; lunch at one of the finest restaurants in the area. Approximate return to Dubrovnik at 18:00. Passports are required for border crossing. Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 210 EUR
4-7 people: 230 EUR
8-18 people: 460 EUR
**owing to local laws, walking tours must be provided by a local Bosnian guide. If you choose this option, there will be a 50 EUR charge per group, payable directly to the local guide.
MONTENEGRO TOUR
Newly-independent Montenegro has become another Adriatic destination that is really making a name for itself. A wild land where mountains drop straight into the sea and delightful towns such as Kotor, Budva, and Montenegro's jewel, Sveti Stefan, cling to the coastline on the route south from the Croatian border.
It is within easy reach of Dubrovnik, making it, along with Korcula and Mostar, a must-do excursion for visitors to Southern Dalmatia. The tour takes you to the old towns of Perast, Risan, Kotor, and Budva. Supplements such as a specialized guided walking tour in the walled city of Kotor and a meal in one of Budva's best fish restaurants are optional.
The tour generally visits the historic towns of Kotor, Budva, and Sveti Stefan. Guests also have the option of visiting the Island of Gospa od Skrpjela for an additional 10 EUR per person, which includes the cost of a short boat ride, tickets, a private guide in the church, and entrance to the museum.
DURATION: full day
Departure at 8:00am; approximate return to Dubrovnik at 19:00. Passports are required for border crossing. Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 210 EUR
4-7 people: 230 EUR
8-18 people: 460 EUR
MEDJUGORJE TOUR
Experience the peace and spirituality of one of Europe's most holy places. Since the Virgin Mary allegedly appeared to six children on a hillside in 1981, the small town of Medjugorje has become one of the most significant and meaningful sites for religious pilgrimage in Europe. Visited by more than 1 million people every year, the town attracts visitors from across the world. They come to celebrate mass at the beautiful St. James Catholic Church, make the journey up Cross Mountain to pray, and quietly reflect in the Garden of Contemplation.
This tour allows interested visitors to the time to experience first-hand the feelings of peace and faith that surround Medjugorje. An optional experienced local guide will take you on a journey through the town, allowing you to take in the many religious sites including the church, its beautiful gardens, and the surrounding hills. The guide will also provide you with a detailed overview of the miracles which are said to have happened here.
DURATION: full day
Departure at 9:00am and approximate return to Dubrovnik is at 18:00. Passports are required for border crossing. Price for this tour is:
1-3 people: 210 EUR
4-7 people: 230 EUR
8-18 people: 460 EUR
DINNER PARTY AT KONOBA KONAVLE
Konoba Konavle is a friendly, family-run restaurant located in the hills of Konavle, far above Dubrovnik and the Konavle valley. The restaurant, decorated with antiques representing the local culture, is famous for its long and rich gastronomic tradition. The menu includes a wide selection of homemade cheese and cured prsut (Croatian prosciutto), fresh, organically grown vegetables from local gardens, and meat slowly roasted under an “iron bell"* (a traditional method of cooking meat in a metal dome buried in glowing embers). Attention foodies: this is a dining experience that should not be missed on any trip to Croatia.
DURATION: afternoon or evening
Price for transportation to and from the dinner party is:
1-3 people: 70 EUR
4-7 people: 100 EUR
8-18 people: 200 EUR
* Lunch or Dinner must be ordered 1 day in advance: Aperitif (rakija or orahovica), Dalmatian smoked ham and cheese, lamb and veal under iron bell, seasonal salad, home made cake, 1/2 litre home made wine. Price for menu starts at 26€ per person.
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