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10-Day Spring Journey Through Dubrovnik and Split

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Explore the stunning Adriatic coast from historic Dubrovnik to vibrant Split with perfect springtime weather and captivating sights.

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Getting around

Within Dubrovnik, walking is best for the historic center and Old Town, with the cable car up Mount Srđ and a 15-minute ferry to Lokrum Island from the old harbor. On Day 4, take an intercity bus from Dubrovnik's main terminal to Split, roughly 4 to 5 hours, then walk 10 minutes from the station to your Split accommodation. In Split, explore Diocletian's Palace, the Riva, and Marjan Hill on foot, since most attractions cluster around the center. For airport transfers or longer hops, use Bolt or Uber, typically around $1.20 per kilometer. Ferries connect coastal towns if you wish to explore nearby islands, though buses handle most inland routes.

Budget Breakdown

$980Trip total · $98 per day

Where to stay tonight

Hotel in Old Town Dubrovnik (historic walled city center) €50-80/night

Staying within the Old Town puts you close to major sights and dining options on Day 1.

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Hotel in Ploče (neighborhood just east of Old Town) $60-90/night

Close to Fort Lovrijenac and cable car station for Mount Srđ, perfect for exploring Day 2 sights.

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Hotel in Old Town (historic center of Dubrovnik) €50-80/night

Staying here keeps you close to the harbor for Lokrum Island and the best access to dining and beach areas.

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Hotel in Old Town (historic center of Dubrovnik) €60-90/night

Staying here places you within walking distance to all main cultural sites on Day 4 and great evening dining options.

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Hotel in Old Town (historic center of Split) $60-90/night

Staying here keeps you close to key sites like the Green Market and Riva for easy exploration on foot.

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Walking10 minutes

Walk from the Old Town to the Ancient Roman Splendor sites in Split, such as Diocletian's Palace; no transport booking necessary.

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Hotel in Varos (historic neighborhood in Split's Old Town) $60-90/night

Staying in Varos places you close to the Palace and traditional dining options for this day.

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Hotel in Sustipan (near Marjan Hill and coastal views) $60-90/night

This area offers proximity to nature and easy access to Split's city center and beaches.

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Hotel in Split Old Town (historic center close to main attractions) $60-90/night

Staying in Old Town puts you in walking distance to most sites including the Green Market, People's Square, and the harbor area where you can enjoy evening dining.

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Hotel in Old Town (historic center of Split) €60-90/night

Staying here puts you within easy walking distance to the Statue of Gregory of Nin, art galleries, and lively evening spots.

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Where to stay tonight

Hotel in Old Town (historic core of Dubrovnik) €60-90/night

Staying in the Old Town keeps you close to breakfast spots and parks and offers easy access to the airport taxi rides.

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Must-try traditional foods & drinks

What to order in Croatia, with a fun fact for each

Traditional Savory Dishes

Peka

Peka

Peka is a cooking method where meat and vegetables are slow-roasted under a bell covered in hot embers, the result is smoky, tender food with a crisp, caramelized exterior and a communal, celebratory serving tradition.

Crni rižot

Crni rižot

Crni rižot gets its dramatic black color from cuttlefish or squid ink, which turns the dish into a briny, ocean-rich risotto that brightens with a squeeze of lemon.

Pašticada

Pašticada

Pašticada is a lavish, slow-braised beef stew marinated in vinegar and spices and cooked in a sweet-sour sauce with wine and dried fruit, it is the showpiece of festive Dalmatian feasts and requires many hours to reach its melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Pasticada

Pasticada

Pašticada is a slow-braised, marinated beef stew cooked for hours in a sweet-and-sour sauce with prunes and red wine, often prepared for weddings and holidays.

Peka

Peka

Peka is a rustic cooking method where meat, seafood and vegetables are slow-roasted under a bell covered with hot coals, producing an intense smoky flavor you cannot replicate in a regular oven.

Soparnik

Soparnik

Soparnik is a paper-thin chard and onion pie from the Poljica region near Split, and it is recognized in Croatia as an important element of cultural heritage.

Traditional Sweet Dishes

Rozata

Rozata

Rozata is a silky caramel custard flavored with lemon and often a hint of rose, its glossy top and creamy center have made it a Dubrovnik dessert staple for centuries.

Rafioli

Rafioli

Rafioli are delicate, almond-filled pastries traditionally made for weddings and holidays, their thin, folded shapes reflect recipes passed down from convents and old family kitchens.

Fritule

Fritule

Fritule are tiny, rum- and citrus-scented fried dough balls dusted with powdered sugar, traditionally served at Christmas and family gatherings across Split.

Rozata

Rozata

Rožata is a silky caramel custard flavored with rose liqueur or rose water, and it traces its roots to Dalmatian convents where it was a celebratory dessert.

Krostule

Krostule

Kroštule are crisp, ribbon-like fried pastries with Venetian roots, twisted into knots and always dusted with sugar for festive occasions.

Traditional Beverages

Rakija

Rakija

Rakija is a strong fruit brandy often distilled from plums, kept in family stills for generations and offered as a warm welcome or a digestive after a meal.

Maraschino

Maraschino

Maraschino is a clear, aromatic liqueur made from Marasca cherries, historically exported from Dalmatia and cherished by bartenders for its bright, tart, and slightly bitter cherry character.

Rakija

Rakija

Rakija is a potent fruit brandy often made from plums, grapes or herbs, traditionally homemade and served as a welcoming toast and a folk remedy.

Maraschino

Maraschino

Maraschino is a clear cherry liqueur made from the native Marasca cherry, it was once a luxury exported across Europe and gives a floral, almond-like finish to cocktails.

Pelinkovac

Pelinkovac

Pelinkovac is a bitter herbal liqueur dominated by wormwood, it is sipped as a digestive and features in many Croatian after-dinner customs.

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