How many days do you need in Split, Dubrovnik & Ston?
- Most travelers spend 7-8 days in Split, Dubrovnik, and Ston combined
- Visiting Split, Dubrovnik, and Ston in 5 or 6 days is possible but will feel rushed
- With 9 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Korčula, Skradin, and Hvar
How Many Days to Spend in Dubrovnik
Recommended Itineraries for Split, Dubrovnik & Ston
Recommended Itinerary for 1 Week
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Dubrovnik - Explore | Dubrovnik |
| Day 2 | Discover Dubrovnik's Old Town, beaches, and islands | Dubrovnik |
| Day 3 | Explore Korčula Island via the vineyards of Pelješac Peninsula | Korčula |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Split - Enjoy Diocletian's Palace and Marjan Park | Split |
| Day 5 | Swim in the waterfalls of Krka National Park | Split |
| Day 6 | Visit the medieval city of Trogir and the Roman Klis Fortress | Split |
| Day 7 | Depart Split |
This tour of the Dalmatian Coast explores the historical Old Towns of Dubrovnik, Split, and Trogir, with their cobbled streets and medieval sites. You'll enjoy a day trip to the Pelješac Peninsula and Korčula Island for wine and oyster tastings and to explore the old walls of Ston. Escape the city with a swim in the waterfalls of Krka National Park, and discover the old Roman city of Salona with its large amphitheater and impressive Klis Fortress. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik |
| Day 2 | Dubrovnik, explore the Old town | Dubrovnik |
| Day 3 | Explore Dubrovnik area :Cavtat and Sokol/Falcon tower or Elaphiti islands | Dubrovnik |
| Day 4 | Pelješac penisula and Korčula | Ston |
| Day 5 | Explore Split -Diocletians palace | Split |
| Day 6 | Krka National Park- | Skradin |
| Day 7 | Trogir and area of Split | Split |
| Day 8 | Split - Departure |
Journey along the southern Dalmatian coast from the "Pearl of the Adriatic," Dubrovnik, to the historic port city of Split. This eight-day itinerary features the perfect combination of popular attractions, including Korčula Town and Krka National Park, with the slightly less obvious Cavtat, Koločep, Trogir, and Klis. Along the way, you'll discover ancient Roman ruins and medieval town centers, dine on mussels, sample local wines, and tour the Pelješac Peninsula. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including Hvar & Korčula
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Welcome to Split! | Split |
| Day 2 | Historical Walking Tour of Split | Split |
| Day 3 | Ferry from Split to Hvar, Sunset Sea Kayaking | Hvar Town |
| Day 4 | Sail the Pakleni Islands Archipelago | Hvar Town |
| Day 5 | Ferry from Hvar to Korčula, Cycling & Wine Tasting Tour in Lumbarda | Korčula Town |
| Day 6 | Korčula to Ston via Pelješac Peninsula | Ston |
| Day 7 | Explore Ston, Transfer to Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik |
| Day 8 | Historical Walking Tour of Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik |
| Day 9 | Day Trip to Montenegro | Dubrovnik |
| Day 10 | Depart Dubrovnik |
This 10-day itinerary of the Dalmatian coast features a perfect mix of culture, history, and relaxation as you discover ancient Roman cities, island villages, rugged landscapes, and coastal ramparts. Begin with a walking tour of Split before kayaking, sailing, and cycling the islands of Hvar and Korčula, working your way south through the Pelješac Peninsula to visit Ston. End your stay in medieval Dubrovnik, where you'll have the day to explore beautiful beaches and medieval villages along Montenegro's Adriatic coastline. Read more
2-Week Itinerary Including Plitvice Lakes, Hvar, Skradin, Zagreb & Korčula
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Zagreb - Arrival Day & Sightseeing | Zagreb |
| Day 2 | Castles of Northern Croatia - Zagorje region | Zagreb |
| Day 3 | Leaving Zagreb and exploring Plitvice Lakes National Park | Plitvice Lakes |
| Day 4 | Visit to Zadar and overnight in Skradin | Skradin |
| Day 5 | National park Krka - (Trogir)- Split | Split |
| Day 6 | Explore Split Town area | Split |
| Day 7 | Getting to Hvar and exploring the town | Hvar |
| Day 8 | Optional Day in Hvar | Hvar |
| Day 9 | Korčula | Korčula |
| Day 10 | Explore Korčula island | Korčula |
| Day 11 | Pelješac penisula and Ston- triple atraction - from Korčula | Ston |
| Day 12 | Dubrovnik Old Town and the City Walls | Dubrovnik |
| Day 13 | Explore Dubrovnik area : Cavtat and Sokol/Falcon tower or Elaphiti islands | Dubrovnik |
| Day 14 | Goodbye Dubrovnik |
Two weeks is the perfect amount of time to explore the best of Croatia’s UNESCO-listed cities, rugged wine country, and idyllic islands. On this immersive self-drive adventure, you'll set off from the northern capital of Zagreb, discovering enchanting castles and pristine national parks as you head south toward the spectacular Dalmatian Coast. After unforgettable stops in Zadar, Skradin, Split, Hvar, and Korčula, your journey comes to an end in the historic Adriatic fortress of Dubrovnik. Read more
How to travel between Split, Dubrovnik & Ston
How to get to Split
There are a number of ways to travel to Split from within Croatia's most popular cities and regions, namely Dubrovnik, Istria, and Zagreb. Read more
How to get from Dubrovnik to Ston
The walled city of Ston and its saltworks located on the Pelješac peninsula in southern Croatia are popular attractions for travelers. There are only 34 miles separating Ston from Dubrovnik, making this an easy day trip. Read more
How to get to Dubrovnik
The easiest and quickest way to travel to Dubrovnik is to fly: Dubrovnik airport has several international connections as well as daily flights to the capital Zagreb, and other domestic destinations, including Rijeka, Osijek, and Split. Read more
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