4.6/5 Excellent
Excellent
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Great
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Average
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Disappointing
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Terrible
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Dalmatian Coast Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
Kerry
Oct 2024
I believe the accommodation could be more central. T...
Trusted Customer
Oct 2024
The itinerary and accommodation were all very good however, the choices of restaurants was poor. A shared fish platter one night between three people was poor. I lef...
Trusted Customer
Jul 2024
This was v enjoyable. Tour leader Iva was attentive, relaxed, engaged and his pride of heritage shone through. It ran smoothly, with appropriate adjustment due to a...
David
Jun 2024
Excellent tour at a more leisurely pace which allowed you to enjoy the sights, culture and beauty of the Croatian Islands , finishing in Dubrovnik. The accommodation...
Trusted Customer
Jun 2024
Excellent all round trip
Barbara and Robert
Jun 2024
Both history tours were extremely good. Walk to monastery delightful with wild flowers and butterflies. We loved the farm meal in its refreshing simplicity and char...
Trusted Customer
May 2024
Explore leader was excellent, friendly, enthusiastic and reacted positively to any last minute request or changes from the group Some of the accommodation whilst ve...
Trusted Customer
May 2024
Very enjoyable tour, well-led, with a good group of people. The acc...
Trusted Customer
May 2024
An interesting, relaxing holiday. The guide took good care...
John
May 2024
Hotel Elaphusa (and its replacement) are NOT hotels but resorts - fraudulent description? and was noisy with poor service. Hotel President Valamar collection hotel ...
Clare
May 2024
Fantastic trip - navy blue sea, beautiful landscapes, excellent guides
Philippa
May 2024
A great, varied itinerary which gave a fabulous flavour of Croatia. Starting in Split, a beautiful walled town. The hotel was good but a little way out making it dif...
Liz
May 2024
Really enjoyed the trip and the guide was excellent, going above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. I’ve done a number of trips with Explore and have always t...
Deborah
Mar 2024
Fantastic first time to Croatia and an amazing introduction and itinerary with an Excellent guide -Damir .The tour started at Split and we visited the different isla...
Elizabeth
Oct 2023
Lovely people, great weather, wine tastings and the different islands. Went late in the season, so quiet and things starting to shut down but didn’t affect the tour....
Julie
Oct 2023
Great trip but not enough time in Dubrovnic. I would definitely re...
Editor’s Take
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Travelers to the Dalmatian Coast are looking to experience culture, history, and adventure. They are expecting a very personal experience with a unique and in-depth tour of the region.
Positive Dalmatian Coast reviews highlight how the tour itineraries include many exciting activities to showcase the region. The day trips to Hvar, walking tours in Split, and coastal excursions have a large impact on the over all experience. The scenery is also a major role player in travelers’ reviews. Praise for the beautiful coastline, mountain roads, and teal lakes are calling travelers to return to the region.
Local guides are an integral part of guided tours in the Dalmatian Coast. The ability of the tour guide to connect you to the historical and modern Croatia is major treat for these tours.
Unfavorable reviews may come from travelers’ expectations of comfort in travel or weather in Dalmatia. Croatia has a very mild climate, but during the winter months it can be rainy and colder so taking into account what time of year you travel may be important.
Many of the tours are targeted for the active traveler. These itineraries include long hikes or days spent on your feet. It’s important to remember when researching a particular company what destinations and activities they offer. If you have difficulties being on your feet for long periods of time, it may be helpful to seek a tour company that has a more relaxed route.
Many travelers may be looking for a specific age demographic when traveling. Travelers may wish to travel with others you have similar life experience and are of the same age so they can converse. Visitors who may not have been able to experience that may have found the trip lacking in companionship.
If you are looking for a specific itinerary, activity level, or age group, it is important to double check each tour company. Some of the tours include themes that are targeted to certain groups or experience levels of travelers.
Researching unique activities in the Dalmatian Coast can provide a traveler with life changing experience. Tours that include personalized homestays or stops in Bosnia and Slovenia are a hit amongst travelers because they provide a different view of Balkan life besides the usual.
For travelers with a limited time to travel, the shorter, Croatia-only tours may be the best option. These tours created to immerse a visitor into the life and history of the Dalmatian Coast. Days are full of activities and each day provides a new destination. If you have a wider window to see more, the longer tours that include other parts of Croatia or other countries would be a great option to learn more about the beautiful and historic region of the Balkans.
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