Excursions Dubrovnik, Medugorje, Mostar, Montenegro, Split..

Excursions

If you are looking forward to see some other interesting regions and destinations nearby Dubrovnik,enjoy your one day trip in Split,on Korcula,Medugorje,Mostar or Montenegro with us,your partner the Avantgarde service team.

- Dubrovnik
Find out why Dubrovnik is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Discover its beauty, charm and historical value. This excursion begins with the panoramic view of Dubrovnik, which you will with no doubt use for enrichment of your photo album. Further, you will go to the Old City, where you will through the guidance of a licensed city guide and a nice walk be familiarized with Dubrovnik's history, culture and maybe few interesting legends.
However, don't think that to Dubrovnik’s reputation as being the Pearl of Adriatic Coast contributes only the Old City, there are many spots in the surrounding area that you would not want to miss. Let us show you Cavtat, Kovale region, Tresteno, Ston, penninsula Pelješac and many other highlights of the region. More about mentioned tours you can find out on our web site or you can just call us directly.

Dubrovnik Panorama and Sightseeing Duration: 2 H
Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Dubrovnik.

- Medugorje
Medugorje is a town today best known due to reported apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary which appeared to six Herzegovinian Croats on the 24th of June in 1981., and is now visited by pilgrims from around the entire world as a holly place. Come with us, and let us show you Međugorje, the parish church which is today the central point and prayer for the parishioners and pilgrims where you have the chance to attend Mass. A special und unforgettable experience is climbing up the hill Križevac and visiting the place of appearance near Sveti Križ. Witness truth, love and peace in Međugorje.
Guide on the tour and lunch are optional.
Duration: Whole day excursion
NOTE: Passport required

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Medugorje.

Medugorje.

- Mostar
This tour takes you along the coast, inland to Herzegovina with optional short stops on the way, to an exceptional city, Mostar. Mostar is possibly the only place in the world where the west meets the orient and blends in so perfectly. The feel of the long past times and rich history will not leave you throughout this whole tour. Mostar and its highlights such as Bazaar, the Mosque, and typical Turkish house can be presented by an expert guide or you can explore it on your own. On our way back to Dubrovnik you can visit Počitelj, a picturesque fortress town rich in oriental architecture.
Guide on the tour and lunch are optional
NOTE: Passport required
Duration: Whole day excursion

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Mostar.

- Albania - Shkodra
The road is taking us from Dubrovnik toward Montenegro, through Montenegrian coast with an optional short stop in Budva, till we meet Albanien boarder and up to Shkodra. Shkodra is a city located on Shkodra Lake in northwestern Albania in the Shkodra District, of which it is the capital. It is one of the oldest and most historic towns in Albania, as well as an important cultural and economic centre. The city and the surrounding area are blessed with a large variety of natural and cultural elements. The most attractive quarters of the city are commonly thought to be Pjaca, identifiable as the main city centre between statues of Mother Teresa and Luigj Gurakuqi, and Gjuhadol, the neighborhood around one of the most scenic streets connecting the Cathedral on the east side of town with the middle of the city. The most recognizable memorial is the legendary castle of Rozafa, a castle sprouting a legend explaining the keeping of a promise. Inside the ancient walls is a museum dedicated to the history and legends of the castle.
Guide on the tour and lunch are optional
Duration: Whole day excursion
NOTE: Passport required

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Albania - Shkodra.

- Montenegro
Visit the nearby country located less then an hour drive from Dubrovnik. After crossing the border, the route will take us through spectacular Bay of Kotor. Its idyllic scenery provides unseen natural beauties and plenty of historical sites. Our lakeside drive will take you through the towns of Risan, Perast and Kotor. There you will enjoy picturesque views, take some pictures and hear some interesting stories of Montenegro’s history. We offer an optional stop after the small village of Njeguši where local ham, cheese and homemade bread can be tasted. Next stop will be Cetinje, once the seat of Montenegrin rulers, today a city museum. And last but not least will be a stop in Budva, a city surrounded by city walls and beautiful sandy beaches. It is the center of tourism in Montenegro. Optional is a guided city tour, or you can have free time at your disposal. The ride back is pleasantly shortened by a ferry ride across the bay of Kotor. Don’t forget your camera, because during this tour you will have plenty of opportunities to enrich your photo album.
Duration: Whole day excursion
Note: Passport required

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Kotor, Montenegro.

Budva, Montenegro.

Sv. Stefan, Montenegro.

- Korcula
Our drive along the coastal road will first bring us to Ston, famous for its longest city walls in Europe, dating from 14th century. The main purpose of the city walls was to protect the old salt factory, which is still in use. After a short coffee break, we are continuing our trip along the Peljesac peninsula, through rich vineyards and olive fields, till Orebic where we will have a short 10 minutes boat drive, crossing over to Korcula. Korcula, an island representing a unique fusion of beautiful nature, thousands of year of cultural tradition and history, numerous beautiful beaches and bays, centuries old olive groves and vineyards and ancient towns and villages; these are just some of the reasons why you should visit it. We invite you to meet and explore the island. Have a lunch in one of the nice local restaurants; enjoy the atmosphere that this unique island has to offer.
On our way back, we can have a stop in Mali Ston which is famous for farming the finest mussels and oysters.
Professional guide for a guided Korcula tour is optional.
Duration: Whole day excursion

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Korcula.

- Cavtat
This charming little town is located only 30 minutes driving distance from Dubrovnik. It is the largest and the only urban centre in Konavle that has been built up deliberately. It is located on the peninsula of Rat, which surrounds the well protected and accessible bay together with the peninsula of Sustjepan. In its harmonious architecture, the centuries-old natural, spiritual and material affiliation to the Dubrovnik Republic can be observed.
Cavtat, the antique Epidaurus, was an important Roman colony in this region, which expires after the breakthrough of the Slavs and the Avarians into this area after the decline of the Western Roman Empire, and their inhabitants flee to the neighboring settlement Laus-Rave-Ragus, wherefrom Dubrovnik arose. In historical sources, Cavtat is also mentioned with the name Ragusa Vecchia, what clearly testifies to the connection of these two cities. In the times of the Dubrovnik Republic, Cavtat was the second most important seaport, place of trade and of administration in the Republic after Dubrovnik.
Places like Cavtat offering so much to the visitors are quite rare. Its scenery, the rich cultural and historical heritage along with the range of services offered meet the demands of our guests. It is a city in which one can still feel the spirit of the past time and experience the centuries old tradition of our ancestors. Use this calmness of nature, discover your wishes, and enjoy the hidden coves at peace, long walks at the seaside and numerous gourmet delicates.
Guided tour through Cavtat and lunch optional
Duration: Half day visit

Mercedes Van ( 8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Cavtat.

- Peljesac
Peljesac peninsula is second largest peninsula in Croatia. It is located on the east coast of the Adriatic sea, between Neretva and Mali Ston channel, halfway between Dubrovnik and Split, with an area of 355 km2, and length of 65 km. It is connected to the mainland by the narrow passage at Ston. Other than natural beauties, Peljesac is famous for its wines. Thus, it is simply not possible to visit Peljesac and not see the Pelješac vineyards and allow you palate the pleasure of tasting top quality wines. During this tour you will have the opportunity to visit Trsteno, a small village 29km north-west of Dubrovnik, dating from the 5th century.
Dubrovnik noble families started building summer residences in Trsteno in the 15th and 16th century. One of them was Ivan Gučetić who built a chapel and a house in Gothic-renaissance style. His collection of plants and schrubs was enhanced with baroque fountain with a statue of Neptune and nymphs in 1736. The last owner Vito Gučetić added a collection of sculptures and ancient stones. After WWII the estate was confiscated and given to the Yugoslav (now Croatian) academy of sciences that expanded the place into an arboretum. Further, follows the drive to Peljesac, which’s visit will be enhanced by wine tasting. On our way back, we will have a stop in Ston famous for farming the finest mussels and oysters.
Duration: Whole day excursion

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine (4 pax max)

Peljesac.

- Trsteno, Ston
Trsteno is a small village 29km north-west of Dubrovnik. It got the name from trstika (reeds) which grows in abundance in the area. The settlement dates at least to the 5th century, according to the archeologist who found early Christian capital near the parish church. More recent are medieval tombstones (stečak). The area became part of the Dubrovnik Republic in 1399.

Dubrovnik noble families started building summer residences in Trsteno in the 15th and 16th century. One of them was Ivan Gučetić who built a chapel and a house in Gothic-renaissance style. His collection of plants and shrubs was enhanced with baroque fountain with a statue of Neptune and nymphs in 1736. The last owner Vito Gučetić added a collection of sculptures and ancient stones. After WWII the estate was confiscated and given to the Yugoslav (now Croatian) academy of sciences that expanded the place into an arboretum.
After the visit of the Arboretum Trsteno, we are continuing our journey toward Ston.
Ston is placed at the entrance of the peninsula Pelješac. For its rich history and the protective walls, which are the longest in Europe and especially for the cultivation of sea shells and oysters Ston is interesting for many visitors of the Dubrovnik region. Enjoy this beautiful small city and do not miss the oyster tasting and other regional culinary expertise prepared in a traditional manner.
Duration: Half day excursion

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine ( 4 pax max)

Ston.

- Split
The first inhabitant of Split was the Roman emperor Diocletian who started to build his palace in this friendly bay around 293 AD. After his abdication he withdrew to this luxurious palace of about 30 thousand square meters.
The following turbulent centuries made the palace into a town first populated by the citizens of the nearby Salona, fleeing before Avars and Slavs. The town overgrew the walls of the palace and its authorities kept changing - from Croatian kings in 10th century AD, Hungarian and Venetian administration, to French rulers and Austro-Hungarian monarchy.
Such past left its traces combined in the town everyday life. The city, however, went on remaining the centre of this part of the coast till our day. This mixture of historic layers brought some clumsiness and some things done too fast but today all that makes a part of its originality.

The big city today lives by the silent beats of history, lively spirit of the young and its particular Mediterranean charm.
During your visit of Split you will have the chance to see the Diocletian Palace, entrances to the St Dulmus cathedral, the treasury and the Diocletian’s cellars. Split, the second largest city in Croatia and “the capital of Dalmatia” had gradually developed around the palace of the Roman emperor Diocletian. From Diocletian’s cellars, Cathedral and the Temple of Jupiter to the Golden Gate (Porta aurea), across the Peristyle and the Market (Pjaca) to the breathtaking promenade (Riva) and further up the Marmont street, pass the fish-market and all the way to the Theatre. Experience this typical Mediterranean city.

Duration: Whole day excursion
Professional guide and lunch in Split are optional

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine ( 4 pax max)

Split.

- Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city and largest urban center of Bosnia and Herzegovina, from Dubrovnik only cca. 4 hours driving distance. The city is located in Sarajevo valley of Bosnia proper, surrounded by the Dinaric Alps and situated around the Miljacka river. The city is famous for its traditionally religious diversity, with adherents of Islam, Orthodoxy, Catholicism and Judaism coexisting there for centuries. Although settlement in the area stretches back to prehistoric times, the modern city arose as an Ottoman stronghold in the 15th century.
Today the city is recovering and adjusting to a post-war reality, as a major center of culture and economic development in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
In your discovering of Sarajevo two things are not to be missed, Bascarsija and variety on national dishes. The centre of Bascarsija, Sarajevo‘s old town, consists of the pretty Bascarsija square focusing on the sebilj(fountain) and the stick-armed pensioners selling seeds for the pigeons. Around it, some forty small carsija (streets), each named after the specific craft that was practiced in them. Saraci, the main street linking to Ferhadija is where the leatherworkers resided, and tiny Kazandziluk still houses mainly shops with hand-made copper products. Bascarsija houses Sarajevo‘s main Ottoman-era sights, most of which can be seen on a leisurely stroll of an hour. If you have been to Istanbul‘s bazaar complex, you‘ll recognize the spacious Ottoman architecture. Right on Bascarsija, you will find several small restaurants attracting you with the tempting odors of their cuisine.

Duration: Whole day excursion
Professional guide and lunch in Sarajevo are optional
NOTE: Passport required

Mercedes Van (8 pax max)
Mercedes Limousine ( 4 pax max)

Sarajevo.