8 Day Croatia Itinerary - Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar & Split

Send Tyla a messageIn this episode, Tyla takes you on an 8-day itinerary along Croatia's stunning Dalmatian Coast, from the walled city of Dubrovnik to the idyllic island escapes of Korčula and Hvar.Croatia is one of those destinations where trip planning can quickly spiral into overwhelm. Not because it's a difficult country to visit, but because the ferries between islands run on limited schedules and getting the order wrong can cost you an entire day of your trip! So join Tyla, as she break down this route and shares all her top tips including how to experience Dubrovnik's Game of Thrones-famous Old Town without getting swallowed by cruise ship crowds, when to visit for the best weather and prices, plus why this trip works brilliantly without renting a car.So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to escape to the walled cities, sandy coves and lush vineyards of Croatia's Dalmatian Coast!In this episode, you'll learn…Why late May, early June or the second half of September are the smartest months to visit Croatia's Dalmatian Coast (and why the ferry schedules are important for timing your visit!)Where to stay in Dubrovnik if you'd rather skip the steep steps, loud noise and inflated prices of the Old TownWhy waking up early and walking Dubrovnik's city walls at 8am is the single most important tip in this whole episode!Three ways to spend a free day in Dubrovnik, from sea kayaking past hidden caves to a peacock-filled island escapeWhy Korčula's Old Town is one of Croatia's most beautiful and genius historical sightsPlus, the 400-year-old sword dance you can only see on Korčula!Why Hvar has a split personality as Croatia's answer to Mykonos and a sleepy island filled with stone villages and lavender fields Whether you actually need a rental car for this trip (spoiler: NO!)Where and why to extend your trip if eight days along the Dalmatian Coast isn't enoughPlaces & Links MentionedCustom Trip Planning ServicesDubrovnik Cruise Ship Schedule Dubrovnik Old Town - including the Stradun (main street), city walls, Onofrio's Fountain, the Rector's Palace and Fort LovrijenacMount Srđ Cable Car (for views over Dubrovnik)Lokrum Island (peacocks & monasteries) and Betina Cave (sea kayaking)Dubrovnik's beaches - Banje Beach (busy) and Sveti Jakov Beach (quiet)Korčula Old Town - St Mark's Cathedral and the Moreška sword danceLumbarda village (Pošip and Grk wine tastings) and Vela Pržina BeachHvar Old Town - St Stephen's Square and Fortica FortressThe Pakleni Islands - Palmižana and JerolimHvar's quieter side - Dubovica Beach, Sveta Nedjelja and Velo GrabljeDiocletian's Palace (Split)Extend Trip - Plitvice Lakes National Park and TrogirWhat's next?✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe! ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode!Support the show