What's the typical length of tours starting in Dubrovnik?

Most Dubrovnik tours range from 3 to 9 days with 8-day sailing and island-hopping adventures being the most common choice. The well-traveled route between Dubrovnik and Split takes visitors through key islands including Mljet Korčula and Hvar. The "Dubrovnik to Split Premium Cruise" by Kompas showcases this classic 8-day format beginning with Old Town exploration before setting sail. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "This tour was the perfect length to see all the highlights while still having time to relax and enjoy each stop."

What accommodation options are available for the first night in Dubrovnik?

Dubrovnik's lodging spans from high-end hotels to smaller family-run properties. The 5-star Hotel More stands out in Babin Kuk while Hotel Lero offers 4-star comfort near Old Town and Hotel Astarea provides 3-star value in Mlini. Sailing tour participants stay in well-appointed cabins aboard vessels like the M/S Desire or MS My Way. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "Our first night at Hotel Lero was excellent - great location with easy access to both Old Town and the harbor."

What are the most popular first-day activities when starting a tour in Dubrovnik?

Tours typically start with afternoon walks through Old Town a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visitors explore the Franciscan Monastery wander the Stradun promenade and walk the historic city walls. Many groups gather for welcome dinners at waterfront restaurants like Proto or Nautika. The Mount Srđ cable car experience often rounds out the first day. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "Our first day walking tour with the local guide was fantastic - seeing the city walls and learning the history while watching the sunset over the Adriatic was magical."

What are the most common first stops after departing Dubrovnik?

The first port of call is usually Korčula Island or the Elaphiti Islands. Sailing tours often head to Korčula where visitors can explore Marco Polo's birthplace and sample local wines. Land-based itineraries frequently begin with the Elaphiti Islands known for swimming spots and walking trails. Some tours include visits to Lokrum Island or Mljet National Park. As a TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The journey from Dubrovnik to Korčula was stunning with plenty of swimming spots along the way."

What's the best time to start a tour from Dubrovnik?

Tours operate best from May through September when Mediterranean weather is most reliable. While July and August bring warm temperatures they also draw the largest crowds. Many experienced travelers choose May June or September for pleasant weather and fewer tourists. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We started our tour in early September and it was perfect - still warm enough for swimming but not overcrowded like mid-summer."

What are the most popular routes for tours starting from Dubrovnik?

The classic route follows the Dalmatian coast north stopping at islands like Mljet Korcula Hvar before reaching Split. Popular stops include Slano for its oyster farms Mljet National Park with its salt lakes and Korcula's historic birthplace of Marco Polo. As reviewed by a TourRadar traveler: "The route from Dubrovnik through the islands was perfect - each stop offered something unique from medieval towns to pristine beaches."

Croatia Tours from Dubrovnik

Find your perfect adventure! We have 83 tours of Croatia that start in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The most popular month is August, and tour lengths range between 3 and 15 days.

10 best Croatia tour packages from Dubrovnik

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Explore Croatia
4.6 (24 traveler reviews)
"Amazing tourmates, beautiful views, delicious food, and great sleep - the best combo ever!"
Chi, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Hvar Island, Vis, Split
Age Range
Ages 15+
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
20% Off
From $2,630
US$2,104per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
Adriatic Explorer from Dubrovnik (Premium Plus) - 8 days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Mljet Island, Korcula Island, Vis, Hvar Island,Makarska,Brac,Split+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
45% Off
From $1,965
US$1,081per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
Croatia Explorer Deluxe Cruise Dubrovnik -Trogir
4.7 (6 traveler reviews)
"Everything was perfect, well beyond our expectations. A real plus was the excellent chef on board and cooked meals."
MichaelKev, traveled in August
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Slano, Ston, Mljet Island, Korcula Island, Vis,Biševo,Hvar Island,Bol,Trogir+4 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Nature Trips
20% Off
From $4,008
US$3,207per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Dubrovnik and Split, Private Tour
4.3 (6 traveler reviews)
"Gulliver Travel met our expectation and they did their best to accommodate our requests."
Mary, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Split
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,French,Spanish+3 more
Operator
Gulliver Travel
15% Off
From $1,080
US$918per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
5-day Dubrovnik to Split, Premier boat, Mixed-age, 10-69s
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"We had good weather and loved the mid morning swim stops as well as the visit to different towns and ports."
Alan, traveled in August
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Korcula Island, Makarska, Trogir
Age Range
Ages 10+
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Go Croatia Sail
15% Off
From
US$1,058per person
+$41 local payments
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
5-day Dubrovnik to Split, Premier Plus boat, 30-49s
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Fantastic!! Perfect itinerary."
Esther, traveled in September
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Korcula Island, Makarska, Trogir
Age Range
Ages 30-49
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Go Croatia Sail
15% Off
From
US$1,017per person
+$41 local payments
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
Southern Pearls (Dubrovnik to Split) Premium Superior
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"The whole crew made us feel at home immediately. The ship itself was clean and neat and very spacious."
Nick, traveled in August
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Sipan Island, Slano, Mljet Island,Korcula Island,Vis,Hvar Island,Bol,Makarska,Pucisca,Split+7 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ships
Spalato MV Seagull MV Paradis MS Dream MV Majestic+3 ships
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Katarina Line
15% Off
From
US$1,097per person
+$101 local payments
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Dubrovnik and Zagreb, Private Tour
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Zagreb
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,French,Spanish+3 more
Operator
Gulliver Travel
15% Off
From $1,960
US$1,666per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
Croatia Island Express (Premium Plus) - 6 Days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Excellent holiday from start to finish. Great communication and catered to our needs."
Lorraine, traveled in June
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Peljesac, Trstenik, Korčula, Bol, Brac, Split
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
20% Off
From $1,770
US$1,416per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
Cruise Dubrovnik to Split Express - 5 days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Transfer vert smooth, relaxed trip, i'd recommend to anyone with a decent budget."
Ricky, traveled in July
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Elaphiti Islands, Peljesac, Hvar Island, Brac,Bol,Milna (Brac Island),Pucisca,Split+4 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
20% Off
From $2,685
US$2,148per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
Med Sailing in Croatia (from Dubrovnik to Split)
4.1 (5 traveler reviews)
"The water is so clear and you can see through it like glass, you need to experience it for yourself."
Gail, traveled in May
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Mljet Island, Pomena, Korcula Island, Vis,Hvar Island,Maslinica,Split+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Med Sailing Holidays
20% Off
From
US$1,777per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Active
Family Dubrovnik and Croatian Islands Adventure
4.2 (9 traveler reviews)
"It's not a relaxing beach holiday, although there are opportunities to relax on beautiful beaches."
FionaGibbs, traveled in July
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Lopud Island, Sipan Island
Age Range
Ages 7+
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
20% Off
From
US$1,970per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
Sailing Croatia - Dubrovnik to Split
4.6 (23 traveler reviews)
"The trip exceeded and beyond was amazing and a holiday of a lifetime."
Katrina, traveled in May
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Mljet Island, Korcula Island, Ploce,Hvar Island,Brac,Split+3 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Ship
G Adventures Sailing Yacht
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
17% Off
From $1,949
US$1,618per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
Croatia Island Express (Premium) - 6 Days
3.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"Fantastic trip. Fun travellers and excellent crew."
Clare, traveled in August
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Sipan Island, Trstenik, Korcula Island,Hvar Island,Brac,Split+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
20% Off
From $1,770
US$1,416per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Best of Croatia - 7 Days Dubrovnik to Zagreb
4.9 (8 traveler reviews)
"This is a great tour to see the main highlights of Croatia."
Bartley, traveled in October
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Split, Sibenik, Zadar,Plitvice Lakes National Park,Zagreb+2 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Regions
Croatian IslandsDalmatiaAdriatic+2 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Traveljaz
20% Off
From
US$3,054per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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