Escape to Korčula & Vis
$3095
per person
Escape to the Croatian islands of Korčula and Vis and let the scents of lavender, laurel, sage and myrtle, which Croatia is abundant in, inspire all of your senses and invigorate your spirit.
- Escape to the Croatian islands of Korčula & Vis, restore your spirit and experience life with no stress
- Enter the sanctuary for the senses at your luxury accommodation in the heart of the ancient city of Korčula, a birth place of Marco Polo
- Enjoy private yoga sessions in stunning locations by a well-known Croatian yoga instructor, a native of Korčula
- Relax, invigorate and recharge in the serenity of Mljet Island National Park
- Bike through the picturesque villages of Korčula Island and taste local Grk and Pošip wines
- Experience the charm of Vis island, one of the most isolated Croatian islands with stunning coves, hidden beaches & crystal clear sea
- Taste the wine on Vis & prove it to yourself that is tastes better than others! The first grape vine in Dalmatia was planted by the ancient Greeks here and the Greek writer Agatarhid said that the wine from Vis was, compared to all others, better
- Sail on on gajeta wooden boat like the local fisherman used to sail a thousand years ago!
Start with a four night stay at a five residence palace on the island of Korčula. The palace’s design pays homage to Marco Polo and his Silk Road adventures with subtle themes from the route’s different regions integrated with restored original features and exquisite handcrafted furniture. Indulge in the inspiring spa treatments with influences from the Silk Road, Thailand and the Mediterranean with natural products using herbs, roots, flowers and fruits organically grown in Dalmatia and Asia. Stretch out with the outdoor yoga tailored to your preferences in any of the fascinating island locations offering striking views and calming scent of the Adriatic. Bike though the charming island villages and taste the local Grk and Posip wine. Escape for a day in the complete seclusion of Mljet Island and enjoy the most relaxing swim in the salty lakes.
Continue your perfect vacation with four nights at a small luxury hotel on the remote Vis island. Pristine nature, green inland, numerous cliffs, hidden bays, sandy beaches and sea caves will leave you breathless and inspired. Taste the wine on Vis & confirm that is tastes better than others! The first grape vine in Dalmatia was planted by the ancient Greeks here and the Greek writer Agatarhid said that the wine from Vis was, compared to all others, better. Walk along the footsteps of ancient Illyrian tribes, climb to the highest top of the island, enjoy the view over vineyards and olive groves, feel the opulence of herbs and taste unique island products.
Sail like the local fishermen used to sail a thousand years ago on a wooden fishing boat called gajeta, one of the symbols of thousand year old fishermen tradition in Komiža.
9 days
- Destination
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Arrive Dubrovnik/Korčula
Arrival to Dubrovnik airport followed by private transfer to the island of Korčula with a stop at a vista with breathtaking views of Dubrovnik Old Town, its’ city walls and the neighboring islands. This is an ideal place to stretch after a long flight and enjoy the fresh breeze of the Adriatic. Continue towards Korčula through the picturesque Pelješac Peninsula, known for freshest oysters and top-quality wine that you will have an opportunity to taste at some of the prominent wineries. Spend the rest of the afternoon and evening relaxing at your luxury hotel and enjoy a massage of your choice. Lešić Dimitri Palace, Korčula, (B) 2
Korčula
Start your morning with a private yoga experience in any of the stunning locations on the island with Nina Sestanovic, a well-known yoga teacher in Croatia, and a native of Korčula. Discover the magic of Korčula town known as the birthplace of Marco Polo, and for its brightly colored red roofs which stand out against the fiercely blue sea. In the company of your expert local guide, stroll along the streets of the city and visit the cultural and historical monuments. See the Treasury of the Abbey, the City Museum, the Museum of Icons, as well as other places of interest. Find your favorite restaurants along the sea and relax as you admire the amazing views. Lešić Dimitri Palace, Korčula, (B)
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Korčula/Mljet/Korčula
Escape to the Mljet Island National park on a full day boat excursion and experience the best place for swimming on the Adriatic. Delight in the allure of Mljet Island featuring two connected salty lakes – Great Lake and the Small Lake. Take a boat ride St. Mary’s Benedictine monastery and a small church dating to the XII century. Enjoy lunch and do not miss the opportunity to do what locals do here — swim in the crystal clear waters of the lakes, relax, invigorate and recharge in the deep shade and the serenity of the island. You will be surrounded by beautiful, rich forest and narrow pathways that you will find ideal for hiking and biking. Afternoon return to Korčula. Lešić Dimitri Palace, Korčula, (B)
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Korčula
Explore the island of Korčula on a private biking excursion in the company of your expert local guide. You will be passing by local vineyards and olive groves and enjoying stunning views of Pelješac channel and archipelago as you bike towards the village of Lumbarda. Visit a couple of family owned wineries and taste the Grk wine, only produced in the surrounding area, and said to have been brought from ancient Greece after the fall of Troy. As you wander the stone streets of the old village, you will feel miles and centuries away from everything else. Continue passing by and admiring the endless vineyards, olive and fig groves, quaint villages and curious faces of local fisherman and farmers before we return to Korčula town. Spend the rest of the day at leisure relaxing at any of the nearby beaches and don’t miss the unique yoga experience at sunset. Lešić Dimitri Palace, Korčula, (B) 5
Korčula/Vis
Transfer by catamaran to Vis Island. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Hotel San Giorgio, Vis, (B) 6
Vis
The island of Vis, with numerous islands and cliffs, hidden bays, sandy beaches and sea caves is one of the most attractive kayaking destinations in the Adriatic. Pristine nature and natural phenomena such as the Green cave will leave you enriched and inspired for days to come. Follow your expert guide and discover the hidden beauty of Vis and Biševo. Spend the rest of the day swimming and relaxing at the fascinating Stiniva or any other beach of your choice. Hotel San Giorgio, Vis, (B) 7
Vis
In the company of your local expert guide, take a pleasant drive with the fascinating views on the way to Komiža. Stroll down the Fisherman’s Street and narrow alleys and discover the Fisherman’s Museum, a fortress built in the XVI century. Hike along the footsteps of ancient Illyrian tribes, climb to the highest top of the island, enjoy the view over vineyards and olive groves. Feel the opulence of herbs and taste unique island specialties. Continue your island discovery by visiting unique beaches and coves, towns of Komiža and Vis, quaint fishermen villages, historical fortifications, and end with an optional lunch or dinner at one of the island restaurants enjoying succulent meal and gorgeous sunset. Hotel San Giorgio, Vis, (B) 8
Vis
Sail like the local fishermen used to sail a thousand years ago. Gajeta is a wooden fishing boat, one of the symbols of thousand year old fishermen tradition in Komiža. The fishermen of Komiža developed a special type of gajeta with removable wooden stakes for fishing at the distant island of Palagruža. For centuries, they were the only open sea fishermen on the Adriatic. This sailing is optional. Hotel San Giorgio, Vis, (B) 9
Depart Vis
Transfer to Split or Split airport.
YOUR VACATION INCLUDES
HOTELS
NOT INCLUDED
- Private airport transfers by car and driver in Dubrovnik and Split
- Stop in Ston on Peljesac Peninsula for wine and oyster tasting
- 1 hour Thai Traditional massage per person at Lešić Dimitri on Korčula
- 2 private yoga classes on Korčula
- Private sightseeing tour of Korčula with a professional English-speaking local guide
- Private biking of Korčula island including wine tasting with a a professional English-speaking local guide
- Boat excursion to Mljet Island (group)
- Transfer by catamaran from Korčula to Vis
- Private sea kayaking of Green Cave with a professional a professional English-speaking local instructor
- Private sightseeing tour of Vis and Komiža with a professional English-speaking local guide including wine tasting
- VAT
HOTELS
- Korčula, Lešić Dimitri, 4 nights, breakfast
- Vis, San Giorgio, 4 nights, breakfast
NOT INCLUDED
- Airfare, tips,
- €1 – €3.5 tourist tax per person per day, drinks, telephone charges and incidentals
- Anything else not mentioned in the inclusion
| DATES | |
| SEASON I | November 1, 2021 – March 31, 2022 |
| SEASON II | April 1 – May 10 & October 1 – October 31, 2022 |
| SEASON III | May 11 – September 30, 2022 |
| SEASON I | November 1, 2022 – March 31, 2023 |
| SEASON II | April 1 – May 10 & October 1 – October 31, 2023 |
| SEASON III | May 11 – September 30, 2023 |
| Rates are in US dollars. | |
| PRICES | |
| Rate Per Person | |
| SEASON I | From $3,095 |
| SEASON II | From $3,295 |
| SEASON III | From $3,595 |