Food, Wine & Nightlife in Dalmatia

See (and taste) the best of Split in a matter of hours on this accessible, introductory tour of the city. Choose from a number of daily departure times and meet your guide at the Golden Gate. Set off and discover the UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace, the Cathedral of St. Domnius, the Riva promenade, and more. After your discovery tour, head to a local restaurant where you'll indulge in a sommelier-led tasting of several Dalmatian wines, accompanied by cheese, charcuterie, and other nibbles.

Tantalize your taste buds and explore Croatia's vibrant food scene on this 2.5-hour culinary tour of Split. Follow your guide along bustling Marmont Street and the Riva Promenade to the local fish market. Admire fine displays of fresh seafood such as crabs, mussels, prawns and shrimp, and select your seafood to be cooked up by the chef later. Then, head to the main city market where locals pick up their seasonal fruit and vegetables. Finish your tour with a delicious lunch prepared by a chef in a local restaurant.

Taste your way through Split while learning about the city's history on this guided tour. Explore Diocletian's Palace and stroll through Split's scenic streets. Stop at the lively fish and vegetable markets and visit traditional and family-owned restaurants. You'll have a chance to sample a wide range of traditional cuisine, including local oil, wine, meat, and cheese.

Indulge in all the deliciousness that Dubrovnik and the southern Dalmatian Coast has to offer by taking this 4-hour guided walking tour. Follow your local foodie guide through the limestone-paved streets of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed walled town, see the main sights and landmarks (and learning about their histories), on your way to sampling some scrumptious street food and regional snacks and drinking three different types of Croatian wine. The tour concludes with a three-course meal at a local restaurant.

Savor an exclusive culinary experience in Split during this 3-hour session combining a wine-and-food tasting and a 3-course Peka dinner. Sample some of the top vintages from the Dalmatian region at a location in the historic Diocletian's Palace all guided by a sommelier and accompanied with traditional Dalmatian snacks. Then dig into a traditional Peka dinner consisting of Veal or Octopus traditional Peka with vegetables.

Situated just four miles (6 km) away from Hvar town, the abandoned village of Malo Grablje presents a striking picture with its stone houses and streets. This 3-hour tour takes you through the rustic and historic town ruins. In this peaceful setting overlooking Milna bay, learn about the town's exodus of residents, and meet one of the families that has restored a home and opened a restaurant. Settle in for a delicious, authentic Dalmatian 3-course dinner before you're returned to Hvar.

Spend the day seeing another side of the Dalmatian Coast with this exciting guided day trip to the Pelješac peninsula, the second largest peninsula in Croatia and a land mass crammed with history, culture and plenty of wine and food. Stop in the bay-side town of Ston, famous for its oysters, to see an old salt factory and to gawk at the town's miles of medieval walls that once formed the border of the Republic of Ragusa (i.e. Dubrovnik). Visit some family-run wineries. Stroll along the sea. End your day trip with a stroll through the tiny village of Trstenik before returning to Dubrovnik.

Escape Dubrovnik for a while on this delicious 4-hour tour to enjoy a boat ride and a meal at Villa Ruza, located on the island of Kolocep. Drink in the Adriatic views during the 30-minute boat ride from Dubrovnik and then take delight in the verdant island of Kolocep. Indulge in a hearty Dalmatian meal at the acclaimed restaurant Villa Ruza, built in the 1930s, before hopping back on the boat for Dubrovnik.

Explore the vineyards of Hvar island and sip excellent wine on this full-day tour. Stop at two of Croatia's most esteemed winemakers operated by local families. At each site, awaken your palate with four to five wine tastings, including Prošek, the original Dalmatian wine, and enjoy the unique setting of an underwater wine cellar with views of the sea floor. Finish your day with an authentic Dalmatian 3-course dinner in the rustic and charming settlement of Malo Grablje. Receive personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to seven people.

Stroll through Split for a sightseeing tour on foot and taste local wines at a neighborhood bar. During this 2-hour afternoon walking tour with a local guide, visit sites like the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Diocletian's Palace, Cathedral of St. Duje and the  Grgur Ninski statue. End up in a local bar to taste several locally made varietals, accompanied by traditional Dalmatian appetizers. A small group ensures personalized attention and a intimate experience. 

Savor some of the best Dalmatian-area wines during this 50-minute wine tasting session with snacks hosted at a local Split eatery. Sample two of the region's best vintages accompanied by small bites like olives, cheese, prosciutto, and more, learning about the grape picking and wine production process as you taste.

One of the most telling ways to get to know another culture is through its food. This dinner excursion will do just that. After getting picked up at your hotel, head up to towering Mt. Srā‘ for a jaw-dropping view of the Old Town and beyond. Then arrive in a local country restaurant. Upon entering, sip a glass of locally made rakija, a Balkan brandy, and indulge in a local prosciutto and cheese, veal and potatoes.