This one-way cruise from Split to Dubrovnik will bring you the best of Southern Dalmatia islands by sailing on an intimate luxury cruise on this amazing and adventurous trip to Croatia. Start your cruise in Split a World heritage site and admire the ancient history. Chance to admire the view of Pakleni islands from Hvar. Visit the island in Adriatic sea, Bisevo famous for it’s Blue Cave. Get a chance to see Korcula often known as "Little Dubrovnik” because of the similarities in its medieval squares, churches, and houses. Explore the island of Mljet, famous for it’s well diversed National Park and known as the capturing place of Greek hero Odysseus. Spend mornings on spacious decks or swimming in crystal clear Adriatic Sea and evenings exploring small historical towns in Croatia and Adriatic. Travel to Ston, located at Peljesac peninsula of Croatia famous for Oysters. Then visit the pearl of Adriatic, Dubrovnik. City best known for its rich culture, history, architecture, and picturesque landscapes. Your journey to this beautiful country ends in Dubrovnik. Explore Croatia in the best possible way with us!
My personal preference would have been for more time in Pompeii (half a day is barely time to scratch the surface) and to skip the stop in Naples, but if you're more interested in modern cities than archaeology, you'd probably disagree. This tour is a well-balanced mix, with something for everyone. Our tour leader was absolutely amazing - it was more like going on holiday with a friend than a paid guide!
Explore southern England on this 5-day tour from London, taking in historic sites and dramatic coastal scenery. Visit Winchester and the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge before heading to Exeter and the wild beauty of Dartmoor. In Cornwall, discover Tintagel Castle, Port Isaac, and the harbour town of Boscastle. Journey to the far west for stunning views from Land’s End, the open-air Minack Theatre, and St Michael’s Mount. Finish with a stop in legendary Glastonbury before returning to London.
Take in the natural and historic highlights of the sunny Isle of Wight on this 3-day escorted group tour from London. Enjoy free time to explore the historic cities of Portsmouth and Winchester and see the place where the Magna Carta was signed by King John in 1215 at Runnymede. On the Isle of Wight, enjoy an included visit to the holiday home of Queen Victoria, Osborne House. Take in views of The Needles, watch the sunset over St Catherine's Down and see the historic Quarr Abbey.
Join us on this 8-day tour of Puglia in southern Italy. Spend seven nights in the beautiful hilltop town of Ostuni, explore the whitewashed streets of Locorotondo and enjoy an included wine tasting. See the UNESCO-listed Trulli of Alberobello, taste Puglia's renowned olive oil in Martina Franca and delve into the baroque elegance of Lecce, often called the "Florence of the South." Visit the vibrant capital of Bari and stroll through Trani, a town rich in Arab, Byzantine, and Norman influences.
My wife Katie and I had a trip of a lifetime with this tour! The detailed planning and execution of Explore's itinerary on the Amalfi coast results in a superb vacation experience.
We were thoughtfully guided and cared for by our expert guide Satva, who taught us so much about the area. She also did a wonderful job of coordinating numerous details, carefully pacing our hikes to accommodate everyone in the group, and getting to know everyone personally. We felt like one big family by the end of the week!
It's difficult to pull out highlights of the trip when everything was so amazing, but I'll try to summarize a Top 10 here:
1. The family-run hotel in St. Lazzaro is very welcoming and charming.
2. Also, their pizza is world-class, and we took part in a pizza-making lecture that was very informative and personal.
3. Hiking through fields of herbs, where you can smell rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, and others just growing in the wild!
4. The ferry to and from Capri, and the day spent there. Stunning!
5. Swimming in the Tyrrhenian Sea on the main beach of Positano.
6. Enjoying lemon or Aperol spritzes and snacks during our daily aperitivi.
7. Hiking the Path of the Gods.
8. The pasta and mozzarella making class at a small local farm!
9. The day trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum.
10. Meeting other hikers from the US, UK, and Canada and hearing their stories.
We are looking forward to traveling with Explore again soon and can't recommend them enough!
This cruise will start in Dubrovnik in Croatia and take you to the magnificent Croatian islands and coastline by sailing on an intimate luxury cruise on this amazing and adventurous trip to Croatia. Start your cruise in Dubrovnik, city known for its rich culture, history, architecture, and picturesque landscapes. Explore the island of Mljet, famous for it’s well diverse National Park and known as the capturing place of Greek hero Odysseus. Get a chance to see Korcula often known as "Little Dubrovnik” because of the similarities in its medieval squares, churches, and houses. Chance to admire the view of Pakleni islands from Hvar. Visit the island in Adriatic Sea, Bisevo famous for it’s Blue Cave. Travel to Pucisca, a typical Mediterranean village on the northern side of Brac island at the bottom of deep bay. Then visit the Split a World heritage site and admire the ancient history. Your journey to this beautiful country ends in Split. This one-way cruise from Dubrovnik to Split will bring you the best of Southern Dalmatia islands with an opportunity to taste numerous wines and gourmet experiences.
Join this history rich 8-days cruise from Kemer. Sail to Kekova surrounded by ancient ruins. The ruined Lycian cities of Simena and the Sunken City are the main historical attraction in the region however the more adventurous traveller can find many more rock-cut tombs and sarcophagi hidden in the surrounding hills. Many blue cruises and private yachts visit the region of Kekova for the transparent waters, brilliant sun, unspoiled nature and excellent swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving opportunities. The region is home to many small islands, extensive caves, an abundance of sea life and secluded coves backed by sheer cliffs and rugged hills, many of which can only be accessed by sea, offering a peaceful retreat. During this cruise you will visit Olympos, Adrasan, Phaselis, Demre, Kekova, Sunken City, Simena and Gokkaya Bay.
Spend eight sun-soaked days based in charming Sorrento, exploring the highlights of southern Italy at a relaxed pace. Step back in time at the ruins of Pompeii, wander Sorrento’s historic streets, and sail to the glamorous island of Capri with its sweeping views and famous Blue Grotto. Cruise along the spectacular Amalfi Coast to postcard-perfect Positano and Amalfi, with time to shop, dine, and simply soak up the views. With several leisure days built in, you can savour gelato on the piazza, sip limoncello by the sea, or take in the Bay of Naples at your own pace.