Dubrovnik Republic Cruise with Walking Tour

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About the place

Why take this full-day tour

The Aristocratic City of Dubrovnik, known popularly as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic,’ sits firmly in Maritime history. Learn of the stories of the history and independence of the city, and the lore of the people through their sweets and cultural objects. The UNESCO World Heritage Site marks the intersection of various architectural periods in its Baroque, Renaissance, and Gothic structures, and the remnants of the origins of Croatian culture.

What to expect

Begin your tour at Port Gruz, where you'll get a taste of history preserved in the cuisine — candied almonds, sugar-coated orange peel, 'mantala,' 'smokvenjak,' and more. Board a replica of the 16th-century cultural Karaka boat, cruising across the Adriatic Sea in a 45-minute journey listening to maritime lore, and enjoying the local sweets with stories of their origins.

Enjoy unforgettable views of the famous city walls and fortresses of the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic,’ as you approach the Dubrovnik Republic. Start your walking tour from the Old Town Port, through the city streets

Passing by the Gothic and Renaissance landmarks of the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, and the Cathedral of the Assumption, a Baroque church, where you learn of its renovations after the 1667 earthquake. The tour also includes a view of the Franciscan Monastery, Orlando's Column, the Onofrio's Fountain, churches, and other landmarks.

Itinerary

Port Gruz | Old Town Port | Rector's Palace | Sponza Palace | Cathedral of the Assumption | Franciscan Monastery | Port Gruz

Location
Obala Stjepana Radića 16, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia

Highlights

  • Enjoy the panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea while on a 45-minute boat cruise towards the Pearl of Adriatic, Dubrovnik.
  • Indulge in local sweets and cultural lore on reaching Old Town Port.
  • Explore the maritime history of the Dubrovnik Republic from the Old Town Port through the aristocratic landmarks.
  • Walk through the main streets of the city, and the Renaissance buildings, marking the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Inclusions & Exclusions

InclusionsExclusions
  • Cruise in a 16th-century merchant ship replica
  • Local Dubrovnik sweets tasting
  • Expert local guide
  • Walking tour through Old Town
  • AC, WiFi & toilet on board
  • Entry to any attractions
  • Cruise in a 16th-century merchant ship replica
  • Local Dubrovnik sweets tasting
  • Expert local guide
  • Walking tour through Old Town
  • AC, WiFi & toilet on board
  • Entry to any attractions

Frequently Asked Questions

Additional information

  • Each guest is limited to 1 baggage due to storage space limitations.

  • It is recommended to wear casual and comfortable clothes for a full-day tour.

Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

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