Dalmatian Coast Rolling hills, stunning beaches, vineyards, lavender fields and vibrant nightlife.

Zadar is the main city of the Dalmatian region. It’s worth exploring, before hoping on a ferry, for it’s features which include St Donats Church, a pre-Romanesque style round building built in the 9^th century, the Roman Forum and the sea organ – a unique and fascinating set of marble steps that plays musical notes as the sea waves rush over it and into the tubes below the steps.

Lively Split is another gateway to the islands and Croatia’s second largest city - worthy of a visit, particularly for its old town which is wedged in between the palm-lined harbour and a mountain range. Highlights of Split include the impressive Diocletian’s Palace and a stroll along the waterfront to the bustling fish markets where you’ll find everything the Adriatic Sea has to offer.

Otherwise known as little Dubrovnik, Korčula is the most populated of the Croatian Islands. Reputedly the birthplace to Marco Polo, you can visit his home located in the old town or its most attractive building – the Cathedral of San Marco that was completed in the 15^th century. One of the greenest and most beautiful of the islands, it is covered with vineyards, olive groves, lush green woodlands and quaint fishing villages.

Hvar is the perfect island getaway with its rolling hills, stunning beaches, vineyards, lavender fields and vibrant nightlife. The sunniest of all of Croatia’s Islands, it enjoys over 2,700 hours of sunshine every year. Stroll along the medieval streets, reminiscent of Venice with its beautifully ornate stone-carved buildings. Highlights include St Stephen’s Square, the Cathedral of St Stephen, the Arsenal which was built in 1611, the Franciscan Monastery housing some fine paintings and, for the energetic, the Fortica where a steep climb through winding streets will reward you with spectacular views of the harbour below.