One of the jewels in Croatia’s crown, historic Dubrovnik is a magical place to explore – and can be made even more memorable by booking a private tour.
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Renowned for its distinctive Old Town encircled with huge 16th-century stone walls and home to an eye-catching patchwork of architectural styles, Dubrovnik is one of Europe’s most visually arresting destinations. If you’d like to explore the city as part of a guided tour there are a number of options available, including several private tours for select groups of family or friends. We’ve compared 5 of the best private Dubrovnik tours currently on offer.
Sightseeing Tour and Cable Car Ride
Designed for cruise ship arrivals, this 6-hour private excursion combines a sightseeing tour with a thrilling cable car ride to the top of Mount Srđ overlooking Dubrovnik. After meeting your guide at the city’s cruise ship port, you’ll be transferred by air-conditioned vehicle to the base of the mountain where you’ll board a cable car for a panoramic journey to the summit. Here, you’ll have time to soak up the panoramic views, take some photos, grab a snack, and pick up a souvenir or two. Back at ground level, your guide will navigate you around Dubrovnik’s Old Town on foot, regaling you with facts and stories about the city and its long history. After the walking tour, you’ll be transferred back to the port for your cruise departure. From $454 per person.
Half-Day Boat Trip to Elafiti Islands
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One of the most enticing private boat tours from Dubrovnik, this 4-hour excursion lets you discover the majesty of the Elafiti archipelago as part of an intimate group. After meeting your guide on the dock at Gruz harbor, you’ll board your boat to begin your adventure. Over the ensuing hours, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Kolocep, Lopud, and Sipan islands with music and drinks, plus the choice of some local cuisine available for an extra charge. Island highlights include the amazing blue lights in the Blue Cave on Kolocep, and the chance to kick back on Šunj beach – the only beach in the area with natural sand. The tour price includes hotel pick-up and drop-off. From $355 per person.
Romantic Sunset Sailing Adventure
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The waters around Dubrovnik are truly captivating – and never more so than at sunset. Ideal for loved-up couples, this 2-hour romantic sunset sailing trip lets you watch the warm glow of the sun on the water as you drift along aboard a comfortable sailboat. Departing from the curved Bay of Lapad, you’ll take in views of the tree-lined shore and turquoise waters, and admire the walls, domes, and red-roofed buildings of the Old Town. As you sail, you can set your own course, with your captain on hand to navigate the waters in whichever direction you please. You can even take the helm under the tutelage of the captain for a crash course in sailing yourself. From $199 per person.