Very Comfortable
We had a very enjoyable trip to Croatia and it more than exceeded our expectations. All in all a superb walking food style holiday. For us we thought the hotel to be very comfortable and glad we had downtime to enjoy the spa and beach. Split is charming, as are all the family owned wineries. If you like moderate walking and like to indulge in good food and wine, then you have found the right vacation. We really had a blast. Kind regards Daniel and Stefanie.
Daniel and Stefanie (Denver)
A Real Delight
It was our first time to this part of Southern Europe and I was very impressed with Croatia. Food and wine was first class and not overly expensive like it can be in France and Italy. Locals were very pleasant and the whole vibe was typically Mediterranean and laid back. We loved the walks, the hidden places you took us, all the wineries and restaurants. A real delight.
Carlos Saura (San Jose )
Special Week
Sorry we’re moving house and state tomorrow so things have been totally manic. I’ve been meaning to send you a mail just haven’t had time to put everything down. It was utterly fantastic, I’ll write a proper report as soon as I get some time. Thank you though, it was a very special week. A highlight to our European vacation.
Caren Julian (Stamford)
Wonderful Region
Hi Brett. I cannot thank you enough for arranging the trip to Croatia. It was amazing and everything was so well arranged that it ran like clockwork. Head tour guide Marija was just amazing. A wonderful personality, that added so much energy to the travelling group. It is certainly a wonderful region. It is hard to pick out the highlights as it was all amazing; the hotel plaza Duce was incredible. Many thanks again to you for such a brilliant time and service. Please thank your Croatian colleagues. Best wishes to you and your team.
Elizabeth Waugh (Nottingham)
Heritage of Croatia
We had always wanted to visit Croatia and were most impressed with the way this itinerary was mapped out. The sightseeing opportunities were outstanding. From old towns to vineyards. Barisa our guide was wonderful, a lovely guy and so bright and enthusiastic. We didn’t find the walks too challenging, and the panoramic views were extremely rewarding for any effort put in. The wine heritage of Croatia is fascinating, we loved all the experiences, wine cellar tours and tastings. The gastronomy is of a very high standard on this trip. Mini vans and private buses were very comfortable, the transfers were very smooth from point to point. The Krka National Park was probably my favourite day. Visiting the waterfalls and the fine dining restaurant was top tier. Best to all
Marshall Grant (Columbus)
Wine Vacation
The hotel Plaza Duce staff were amazing, we would go back tomorrow if we could. Thank you so much for your organisation of the walk wine vacation. Walks were the right balance of active and the views were always worth the efforts. Imotski was very special for us, as was walking the medieval walls of Ston. This is a one off kind of trip, we were lucky to find.
Stacey Bright (Appleton)
Over The Moon
It was a lovely week vacation in Croatia. Hotel was sumptuous as was the Croatian wine and food of course! My hubby was over the moon with the trip.
Penny Lyme (Santa Cruz)
Fabulous Time
It was totally amazing thank you; the walks and wines were perfect throughout. We both had a fabulous time and mom thoroughly enjoyed herself. Thank you so much and please pass our thanks to Brett and Barisa the tour leaders.
Ali Dench (Toronto)
Sikuli Winery
We are back from your lovely holiday in the Split Region of Croatia. Fantastic time had and so did our extend party of friends. Sikuli winery was our favourite. The fine dining there was to a Michelin level. This was a very memorable seven days and has the right balance of walking and indulgence. Best wishes, Eddy & Delia.
Edwin Parks (East Sheen)
Wine Tastings
The balance of the itinerary was excellent. Our guide, Marija, hit the note required for our tour. I’d say the week is the right mixture of walks and social experiences. The vineyards visited went beyond my expectations. The wine tastings delivered by passionate professionals, and often with great humour. The camaraderie we shared with the other guests was also a highlight. You can certainly travel with confidence, this is an adventure not to forget. Highly recommended.
Harriet Evans (Kingston upon Thames)
Fresh and Organic
We just wanted to thank Walk and Wine Croatia for a wonderful trip. Over our 7 days there we enjoyed the marvellous scenery, from sea to inland canyons. The history and culture we learnt along the way was fascinating. Wonderful fresh and organic foods tried. The wineries were in exquisite locations. Thank you for the perfect tour of this wonderful country. The guides Marija, Brett and Barisa are fabulous representatives.
Michael Summers (Boston)
Breathtaking
Hello Marija. Thank you so much for organising our Walk and Wine holiday. I can only describe it as a trip of a lifetime. All the arrangements went very smoothly and we enjoyed the time we spent with our fellow guests. The hotel was fantastic and they even brought a small anniversary cake on our breakfast. What a lovely surprise it was. The Rizman Winery was breathtaking. The hinterland day a personal highlight, meeting the owners of that stunning country estate and winery was fabulous. What wonderful hosts, with big hearts and exceptional wines. Split, Ston and Krka National Park all great and within easy reach. Thanks to everyone involved and many thanks again to you and Russell.
Janet Potter (North Carolina)
Family Stories
The wine and walking holiday was superb. Walks were great and food & accommodation was excellent. The transport, guides and leaders provided also excellent. To visit so many boutique wineries and hear their unique family stories was a delight. We sampled Dalmatian cuisine, tried many local wines, indulged in slow cooking and loved the fine dining meals with pairings. These are small group led tours. On our trip there were 18 other guests. A group size that still felt small whilst walking, but big enough to find lots of different personalities. Hotel Plaza Duce is a fabulous hotel, our stay was perfect. We had plenty of opportunities to enjoy the spa and indoor pool. Favourite winery was the Rizman. Wishing you all well, thank you from myself and Tom.
Melissa Howe (Santa Monica)
Perfect Pairings
Barisa is an absolutely amazing guide. Extremely knowledgeable about the area and the various walks. He is very accommodating and kind to everyone in the group’s needs. Recommended by friends our expectations of this wine and walk tour were high, but the trip exceeded our expectations in every way. From thevery first contact I had with Walk And Wine Croatia on WhatsApp, I was impressed by how efficient and helpful the travel advisor Brett was. Marija was also amazing, she is so enthusiastic about the area she is from. She managed to perfectly balance being supportive of everyone’s abilities and being fun. The walking is moderate and only alittle hard at times, but was definitely worth it for some amazing views. The balance between food, wine and walks I’d say perfect pairings. We feel so lucky to have had joined this small group experience. A fantastic week.
Frank Leighton (Richmond)
Endless Views
We never imagined that we would learn so much about Dalmatian region. We tasted so many great wines and to demonstrate to our friends at home in the states what we had learned, we bought a lot of bottles to enjoy at home! Endless Views of this 7 night trip. Each day with its own set of panoramic view points and stops. The guides couldn’t have been anymore professional and fun. They united our small group very quickly. The blend of moderate walks from coastal to countryside was the right fit for us. Our favourite day was the time spent in the Hinterlands. This is the last day of the tour and what a finish to a perfect week away. Thank you to all the guides, drivers and sommeliers. Never to be forgotten.
Lynda Godwin (New York)
Wine, walking, talking
This walking wine holiday is hard to encapsulate in a few sentences. The tour leaders are the most caring, nothing was too much trouble. The routes we walked just spectacular. Moderate trails, with challenging moments is the best I can describe it. All of the wineries visited were impressive. Some I’ll remember for the views, some for the hosts, all of them for their passion for ‘Plavac Mali’ the most important indigenous grape variety grown here. The food and wine tasting sessions have been thoughtfully curated. The fun we had as a small group I’ll cherish forever. I’ve come home, having felt the true essence of Dalmatian culture. From walking their lands, tasting their cuisine and appreciating centuries of traditions. Thank you so much.
Helena Victoria (Chicago)
Totally unique
We are so grateful our travel agent found your agency in Croatia. It was a totally unique experience and our most memorable part of a 3 week trip to Europe. The hospitality we received was beyond anything we’ve experienced before. We loved our tour leaders Barisa and Brett. So kind and helpful. The wineries we visited were just spectacular. The pinnacle being the RIZMAN, which I understand was voted as the worlds most beautiful. We agree! This is a bucket list trip for anyone that enjoys easy walking, fine dining and great wine.
C P Jones (Mauritius)