Shore Excursions in Dalmatia

Make the most of your time ashore in Croatia and discover the highlights of Split and Trogir in just half a day. Following port pickup, travel via air-conditioned coach to the coastal town of Trogir: famed for its millennia of history, its fortification walls, and its scenic mix of architectural styles. Explore its fortress, palace, and other highlights, and learn about its history from your guide. Then, continue to Split: Croatia's second-largest city. Visit the UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace, see the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and more.

After your ship comes in to Dubrovnik, head to Old Town for this guided walking tour of Stari Grad, literally "˜Old Town,' in Croatian. This tour is a great primer and introduction to the "˜Pearl of the Adriatic,' a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the streets of Old Town, which are covered in white limestone, as you and the guide immerse yourselves in the stunning historical section of town.

Want an insider's look at Dubrovnik? After your cruise ship docks at the new port of Dubrovnik, take this informative and fun shore excursion to get an action packed introductory tour of the 'Pearl of the Adriatic.' Start the tour in the morning, which will allow you to see the highlights of the city, and then do further exploring in the afternoon. Traverse the Old Town, or Stari Grad, from the Ploce to the Pile Gates, with a guide at your side and learn about the fascinating history of the place.

Disembark from your cruise shop at the Port of Split and then meet your guide to explore two incredible UNESCO-listed sites on this half-day shore excursion. Start off by indulging in Diocletian's Palace, one of the most unique sites in the world, where a former Roman Emperor's palace, has become a part of the city with shops and residences and cafes in various nooks and rooms of the palace. Then go to Trogir, an off-the-radar town near Split that boasts narrow cobbled alleyways and jaw-dropping architecture.

Leave the cruise port behind and enjoy a day of sightseeing in Dubrovnik with a private, 6-hour shore excursion. In the accompany of your very own personal guide, you'll ride up to the summit of Mt Srā‘ by cable car for dazzling views of Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian coast. Then, wander through Dubrovnik Old Town's maze-like streets, where a bevy of timeworn sights, including the Franciscan Monastery, the Church of St Blaise and Sponza Palace, are waiting to be discovered around every corner.

Get off your ship and see the most of the "˜Pearl of the Adriatic' by booking this fun, info-packed guided shore excursion. Enjoy jaw-dropping views from atop Mt Srā‘, the tall rocky mountain that towers over Dubrovnik's Old Town, and then stroll the streets of the ciyt with your guide, stopping at the town's famed sights and landmarks and learning about the intriguing history of Dubrovnik.

Swap the cruise port for beautiful Dubrovnik and the coastal town of Cavtat on this private, half-day shore excursion. After meeting your very own personal guide off your ship, you'll travel to a scenic spot above red-roofed Dubrovnik for panoramic views of the city and Adriatic Sea. Then, continue to Cavtat, whose history dates back to the 6th Century BC, and spend some time strolling along its pretty seafront boulevard before returning to Dubrovnik for a tour of the medieval Old Town.

After disembarking from your ship in Dubrovnik, take this exciting shore excursion to the 12th-century city walls of the "˜Pearl of the Adriatic.' See this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site from above, as you traverse the walls with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the fascinating history of Dubrovnik and how the walls have stood the test of time.

After your cruise ship docks in Dubrovnik, ensure you'll see the city from a totally fresh perspective by booking this exciting kayak and snorkeling shore excursion. No previous kayaking or snorkeling experience is necessary. The guide will teach you right there on the spot! Learn about the history of the city from the local guides and spend some time snorkeling below the surface of the Adriatic Sea, gawking at marine life. This small-group tour ensures you'll have an amazing excursion.

Explore Diocletian's Palace  -  the UNESCO-listed palace complex once home to Roman emperor Diocletian -  in the heart of Split on this 1.5-hour shore excursion. Discover how the one-time Imperial residence grew into a city within a city as you wander amid grand squares, well-preserved temples and Romanesque churches. See highlights such as Peristyle Square, the Temple of Jupiter and St Duje Cathedral, and learn more about the rags-to-riches emperor and the city of Split.

Swap the cruise port for the verdant Konavle Valley and timeworn landmarks of Dubrovnik Old Town on this private, half-day shore excursion. Sample local wine paired with regional snacks at a traditional winery nestled amid rolling hills and acres of farmland in Konavle Valley. Capture postcard-perfect snaps of Cavtat, the valley and not-too-distant islands from Sivi Soko viewpoint. Then continue to Dubrovnik, where you'll follow your guide through labyrinthine streets thronged with top sights like Sponza Palace, the Franciscan Monastery and other architectural delights.

Disembark from your cruise ship and then split from this Croatian coastal city for the Cetina River rapids on this full-day shore excursion that includes a white-water rafting extravaganza. After leaving Split, ride in a comfortable vehicle to the river and then hop on to an inflatable raft. With an experienced skipper present, float down the river paddles in hand and try to take note of the unspoiled Croatian nature. After a swim in the river, eat a hearty Croatian lunch (at own expense) and then return to Split after an exhilarating day of white water rafting and swimming.