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Dubrovnik City Tour: Panorama Drive & Sightseeing Walk

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Duration

4 to 4.5 hours

Group Size

1 to 15 people

Ages

0 - 99 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

Dubrovnik City Tour three in one - city panorama drive, walking tour through the Old town and return transfer for one, awesome price. Proved by thousands of thrilled tourists. Starting points are from Port Gruž (after you pass pedestrian port exit, at bus terminal platform 8) or from Pile Gate (fountain next to Dubravka restaurant). Choose from one of several departure times and itineraries (panorama first and then walking tour or the other way around) when you book. Your driver will first take you on 1h 30min scenic panorama drive to see all city landmarks; spring of river Ombla, bridge and fort Imperial on Mt. Srđ (cable car summit). Enjoy the comfort of fully A/C modern touristic vehicle while listening the comments about the sites you visit. Panorama drive will finish on Pile gate where your guide will take you on 1h 30min sightseeing walk through old town. Optional free time in old town.

Additional information

Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Client must provide reachable phone number
Children must be accompanied by an adult - child seats available on request
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Departures synchronized with cruise ship arrivals
Adaptable itinerary in case of unexpected delay
Guaranteed departures
Print whole confirmation document with all details NOT ONLY TICKET!

Pickup

Amerling fountain located between large trees outside Pile Gate entrance to the Old Town of Dubrovnik (next to Dubravka 1836 restaurant). It has statue of Aphrodite, Pan and a ram on the top. Your guide will be holding a sign that says HORIZON - Time zone: Europe/Zagreb

On site contact: +385989363767 Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

What's included

Fully A/C comfortable touristic van with free Wi-Fi

Professional driver-guide and live commentary on board during the scenic drive

Port Gruž, Old town (Pile gate) and hotel pickup and drop-off

Insurance

Licensed local guide for the walking tour through Dubrovnik old town

Other

Gratuities

Other

Itinerary

Stop 1:

Starting and ending point. Amerling fountain located between large trees outside Pile Gate entrance to the Old Town of Dubrovnik (next to Dubravka 1836 restaurant). It has statue of Aphrodite, Pan and a ram on the top. Your guide will be holding a sign that says HORIZON

Stop 2:

Starting and End Point. Central Bus Station - terminal platform 8, outside the cruise port, after you pass pedestrian port exit, 200 - 500m from cruise ships. Your guide will be holding a sign that says HORIZON

Stop 3: 0.2 hours

An architectural attraction that will offer you wonderful views. From the view point of the bridge on south you can see Gruž cruise port terminal of Dubrovnik with all the cruise ships, peninsula Lapad new town and nearby Dubrovnik islands. On north, bay of Rijeka Dubrovačka with it's steep cliffs is stretching in front of you.

Stop 4: 0.3 hours

While driving towards second stop you can see steep hills that reminds on Norwegian fjords. The river Ombla is a karst phenomenon born in neighboring Bosnia. Near the city it flows under the mountain and springs in Croatia. You will see the ruins of 15th-century summer residence of the famous poet Marin Držić and feel the power of the rushing water. Today that is main source of drinkable water for city.

Stop 5: 0.2 hours

On the green oasis of the city you will have two photo stops. First stop is at best view point in Bosanka village at ruins of old Napoleon garrison. From here you will take most instagrammable photos of Dubrovnik old town with it's recognizable red-tiled roofs surrounded by city walls – like the one from postcards.

Stop 6: 0.3 hours

The second stop on the Mount Srđ is on the top of the hill where you will walk on the fort Imperial, built during Napolen's rule, and upper cable car station while admiring the panoramic view over 3 differnt countries, nature park Lokrum island and ancient town Cavtat. Here you will have 20-minute break as your guide points out the neighboring countries and tells you the story about Fort Imperial.

Stop 7:

Drive by the Buža gate and north side of the Wall

Stop 8: 1.5 hours

Tour will begin with a brief introduction, showing you sights outside Dubrovnik walls, like fort Lovrijenac and Bokar before entering in town through Pile gate. Right after entering old town you will be introduced with the way of living in Republica Ragusa, see Onophrian fountain which was main source of drinkable water till beginning of 20th century, learn how Franciscans developed medicine in the oldest functioning pharmacy in Franciscan Church and Monastery, walk along side streets up the Jesuit's Staircase to the Church of St. Ignatius and Dubrovnik Cathedral. Your guide will even show you some Game of Thrones, Robin Hood and Star Wars filming locations. In City Harbor you will see how modern fleet took over primacy from traditional but still sailing wooden made galley. The walk will finish on Luza square where you will learn of Rector’s palace, St. Blaise Church, Bell Tower, Orlando's Column and Sponza palace. From here you can continue along the main street Stradun on your own.

Stop 9: 0.1 hours

Walk into the town through the gate

Stop 10: 0.1 hours

Walk by the fountain

Stop 11: 0.1 hours

Short stop in front of monastery and old pharmacy

Stop 12: 0.1 hours

Walk up the staircase and by the church

Stop 13: 0.1 hours

Walk by cathedral

Stop 14: 0.1 hours

Walk by the palace

Stop 15: 0.1 hours

Walk through the old port with guide.

Stop 16: 0.1 hours

Walk by the gate

Stop 17: 0.1 hours

Short stop in front of monastery

Stop 18: 0.1 hours

Walk by the palace

Stop 19: 0.1 hours

Walk by the church

Stop 20: 0.2 hours

Walk along the main street

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Min 1 days: 100%
From 0 to 1 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (18 - 99 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 15

Youth (7 - 17 years)

Minimum: 0, Maximum: 15

Children (0 - 6 years)

Minimum: 0, Maximum: 15