Local Living Croatia – Southern Dalmatia

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Duration: 7 days

Begins: Dubrovnik

Ends: Dubrovnik

Trip Code: ECDL

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    For Old World charm and medieval splendour, it’s hard to beat Croatia. Now imagine living there like the locals do — with full access to local wine and olive oil, a farm villa to reside in, and day trips to Dubrovnik and the Adriatic Sea among other legendary locales. All this and more is waiting for you on this weeklong sojourn to rural Croatia, where you’ll walk, bike, and sail all over Dubrovnik before retiring to your rustic villa home for the evening. Seize the opportunity to live the Croatian way and make memories that will last a lifetime.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    Local Living
    Intimate unpack-just-once adventures that bring out the best of the world’s best destinations.
    Service Level
    Standard
    Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
    Physical Rating
    2 - Light
    Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your G for Good Moment: DEŠA Women's Centre Visit, Dubrovnik
    • Your Foodie Moment: Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Tour, Konavle
    • Your Foodie Moment: Traditional Croatian Cooking Class, Lovorno
    • Wine and olive oil tasting tour through Konavle
    • Hands-on traditional Croatian cooking class
    • Full-day excursion by boat around the Adriatic Sea
    • Day trip to Dubrovnik and orientation walk in the city
    • Half-day cycling tour through the area
    • Arrival and departure transfers (to and from airport only)

    Allow USD110-145 for meals not included.

    Day 1 : Dubrovnik/Lovorno

    Arrive by 5pm at the latest. Included airport transfer to the rural Mediterranean farm property. Enjoy the first homemade, delicious dinner of the trip.

    Share a rustic villa with sweeping views of the Konavle Valley and the Adriatic Sea with fellow travellers. This well-equipped and tastefully decorated property has a swimming pool and outdoor terrace for downtime. The Mujo family is our host and lives just next door; they love to share their culture with travellers.

    Arrival Day

    Begin your adventure today. There are no planned activities so feel free to explore or rest up for the excitement ahead. Gather just before dinner with your CEO and fellow travellers to learn more about your trip and meet your group for the first time.

    Private Vehicle

    Dubrovnik Airport - Lovorno 0h15m

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Provide us your arrival time, and we'll be there to pick you up for the brief transfer to the agriturismo.

    Acommodation

    Agroturizam Kameni Dvori

    Acommodation

    Agroturizam Kameni Dvori

    Meals Included:

    Dinner

    Day 2 : Lovorno

    Travel the wine route through Konavle, and learn all about wine, prosecco, and olive oil production with some time for samples as well.

    Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Tour

    Konavle 2h

    Travel the wine route through Konavle, learning about wine and prosecco production. Sample local wines and snacks from multiple vineyards and taste the local olive oil.

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Dinner

    Day 3 : Lovorno

    Free morning for hiking, swimming at a local beach or lounging at the villa. Enjoy a hands-on cooking class with the hosts using fresh ingredients from the neighbours and the farm.

    Free time:

    Lovorno Morning

    Do as much or as little as you'd like this morning. Explore the region, or relax by the pool.

    Traditional Croatian Cooking Class

    Lovorno 2h - 3h

    Enjoy a hands-on cooking class with the hosts using fresh ingredients from the neighbours and the farm. Grandma Mujo will lead the cooking class along with her son, who will translate. Savour a delicious dinner afterward made in part by the group.

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Optional Activities - Day 3

    Swimming

    Grab your bathing suit and go for a refreshing swim.

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Dinner

    Day 4 : Lovorno

    Enjoy a full-day boat trip cruising the Adriatic Sea. Stop to swim in a few spots before an afternoon at a secluded beach.

    Adriatic Sea Boating Excursion

    Molunat - Prevlaka

    Enjoy a full-day boat trip to cruise the waters between Molunat and Prevlaka, stopping to swim in a few spots before an afternoon at a secluded beach only accessible by small boats.

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 5 : Lovorno

    Transfer to Dubrovnik for an orientation walk with the CEO, and enjoy free time to explore this picturesque walled city on the Adriatic Coast. Visit the G Adventures-supported Deša project, a non profit dedicated to empowering and employing women in the community.

    Private Vehicle

    Lovorno - Dubrovnik 0h30m

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Orientation With CEO

    0h30m - 1h

    Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.

    DEŠA Women's Centre Visit

    Dubrovnik

    DEŠA is a women's non-profit, founded during the homeland war in Dubrovnik. It is dedicated to empowering and employing women in the area. From their headquarters in Dubrovnik's Old Town, DEŠA runs victim support for survivors of domestic abuse through computer classes, language lessons, cultural preservation activities, and other inspiring programs. During your visit, you will learn about the powerful work undertaken by the women of DEŠA and their network across Croatia working to preserve traditional foods and handicrafts.

    Free time:

    Dubrovnik Afternoon

    Enjoy a free day to explore this beautiful walled city.

    Private Vehicle

    Dubrovnik - Lovorno 0h30m

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Dinner

    Day 6 : Lovorno

    Enjoy a leisurely half-day cycling excursion through the region, stopping off for a picnic lunch at the host's vineyard. Free time in the afternoon.

    Cycling Excursion

    Lovorno

    Enjoy a half-day cycling excursion along mostly flat roads with vineyards and small houses dotting the countryside scenery. Stop to visit a local artist, a 15th-century monastery, and local water mills used for producing flour.

    Free time:

    Lovorno Afternoon

    Enjoy a final afternoon in the region. Free time is yours to spend as you'd like.

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Optional Activities - Day 6

    E-bikes Rental

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori 5h

    Upgrade to an e-bike rental for your half-day cycling excursion through Lovorno's picturesque countryside.

    Acommodation

    Agriturizam Kameni Dvori

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 7 : Lovorno/Dubrovnik

    Depart at any time; departure transfer to the airport is included.

    Private Vehicle

    Lovorno - Dubrovnik Airport

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Included transfer back to the airport.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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