9 Unique Day Trips From Dubrovnik

Leaving the coast to head inland, Mljet National Park has freshwater lakes to discover and panoramic views of interior Croatia.

 

 

9) Check Out The Surrounding Nature On A Hike

Ready to try some hiking right outside of Dubrovnik? Heading out to the Island of Kolocep is just the answer!

There are numerous hiking trails and footpaths great for walking and exploring the island. Plus the views are epic! There are even secret places for swimming.

Very tranquil opportunities to get away from the crowded beaches!

Look here: Kolocep Island: Hiking & Swimming Day Trip

I think that using these useful packing tips will enhance your trip to Dubrovnik and help you remain organized while there.

 

A concealed travel pouch may be one of the most important items you bring with you on your day trips from Dubrovnik.

This unisex RFID blocking concealed travel pouch is lightweight and comes in several colors. It has lots of organization to give you peace of mind. You can keep your most valuable documents safe and secure next to your body.

If you have a pouch already you may not want to or need to invest in a new one. If it does not come with the RFID protection, these RFID sleeves would be handy to prevent identity theft.

This configuration comes with enough passport and credit card sleeves that the entire family would be protected. They are slim too, so they will easily fit into your current pouch or wallet.

These are the kind my family and I use not only when traveling but at home as well.

I was never a fan of packing cubes until I tried them out! Now I am sold. These Bagail packing cubes are the exact ones I use whenever I travel. I cannot believe how much more organized I am now! And I never leave without them anymore.

If you are planning on taking a lot of pictures with your phone you will definitely want to consider an external charging battery. This Anker high-speed phone charging battery is the exact one I carry with me on all of my trips.

It can be used on a variety of phones, not just an iPhone like I have. And wow is it fast! I like that it holds its charging capabilities for several uses so I do not have to worry about it while out and about.

And if I forget to recharge it at night, it will still be good to go the next day.

My daughter gifted me with this FugeTek Selfie Stick and Tripod for my birthday. It has Bloothtooth connectivity so it is very easy to use. It is made of durable aluminum and is very lightweight and easy to carry. I love mine and I think you will enjoy it too!

Hydration is so important. When I visited Dubrovnik it was in the mid-90s and having water with me was very important.

You want to remain hydrated to support your immune system which in turn will be stronger to fight off any germs you will encounter during your Dubrovnik day trips.  You will want to bring your own refillable water bottle with you. 

I never leave home on a trip without my Bobble filtration bottle. The 18.5-ounce size is perfect for travel and it will fit nicely in the pocket of a backpack or your purse.

Also when filled with water, it is not too heavy to carry. And the Bobble carbon filter ensures fresh clean water whenever and wherever you fill the Bobble. You can find filter replacements here. 

Perhaps you are traveling a long distance and packing space is a premium. Then this set of collapsible silicone foldable water bottles would work well for you.

Would not take up much space in your suitcase at all. And you will be receiving a set of two.

You will want to bring a backpack or daypack with you to store snacks, your water bottle, phone, extra clothes, etc.. This foldable water-resistant backpack would be great.

It is very affordable and is available in many color options for you to choose from. The fact that it folds down into a zippered pouch will make it easy to pack.

Perhaps you need a more substantial backpack for your international travel. This antitheft backpack has a charging port, is water-resistant and can comfortably carry up to a 15.6″ laptop.

It comes in a range of colors to choose from and it is inexpensive as well. 

You will be walking more than usual on your Dubrovnik day trips. A sturdy and comfortable pair of walking shoes is a must-have. These waterproof all-season shoes are extremely affordable and yet fashionable. 

Mostly everyone is familiar with the Skechers brand, and these Air Run high fashion sneakers come in a lot of colors to match your outfits and are still affordable.

I know from experience you need sturdy shoes when navigating the cobblestoned streets of Croatia.

You may be visiting Dubrovnik in warmer weather as I did, and you may want a pair of sandals to wear exploring.  I highly recommend these Vionics adjustable strap orthotic sandals. I have several pairs of these exact Vionic sandals in several colors that I bring with me *everywhere* I travel.

They are very comfortable. I also sometimes bring along my Vionic Tides flip flops. The toe post is so comfortable which makes wearing these super comfortable. 

And let us not forget the beach shoes for all the pebbly beaches you will visit on your day trips from Dubrovnik. These quick dry slip on aqua shoes are a great selection. They come in a ton of bright colors for men, women, and children. 

Some of the Dubrovnik day trips are to the surrounding islands and swimming will be involved. On my cruise, we were advised to wear our bathing suits under our clothes.

This lightweight men’s swim trunk is quick drying and affordable. I like this women’s one piece bathing suit. It has a moderately high leg cut and is lined for modesty’s sake. It has built in bra and comes in neat colors.

If heading to the islands and the stunning Croatian beaches is one of the day trips from Dubrovnik you plan to do, you want to bring along beach towels.

But you do not want to add anything heavy or bulky. This fast drying, lightweight and very absorbent towel is the perfect solution. You choose what color and size you wish and it is extremely affordable.

You may want to bring along a wet-dry bag for your suits and towels once you are finished swimming. This wet dry bag with handles is a good option.

It comes in several patterns and two sizes to pick from.  Or you could opt for this mesh swim backpack bag that has separate areas for dry and wet items. 

Bring a lightweight scarf or shawl. Scarves and shawls are very popular in Europe and Croatia is no different. Both men and women wear scarves, both decoratively and as a layering piece to keep warm.

This cotton unisex lightweight scarf is versatile and can be worn in any season. I like this colorful oversized scarf too. So many colors to select from! And here’s another option to consider:

this lightweight sunscreen shawl scarf would do double duty to protect you from the sun in the warmer seasons as well as being a fashion accessory layering piece. This Coolibar sunscreen scarf has USB 50+ protection from the sun’s rays & comes in great colors.

We all need to protect our eyes from the sun’s harmful UVA/UVB rays. These unisex polarized sunglasses come in a lot of lens colors and frame designs and are extremely affordable too.

If you are fond of the aviator-style of sunglasses these polarized aviators may interest you. I like polarized sunglasses because they remove the glare off the water and help you to see things more clearly. This will be very helpful in Kotor.

Don’t forget to bring along a universal power adapter on your trip to Croatia.  This worldwide power plug is a great example and will charge your phone at the end of your busy days.

And this world traveler adapter kit can charge several devices at the same time. This is what you will need when there are several people traveling in your group, or if you bring several electronic devices on your trip that require charging at the same time.

If you are in need of new luggage, this expandable soft side spinner luggage is affordable and comes in lots of colors. If you like hard-sided better, then you may favor this hard-sided luggage set better.

Both sets come with TSA approved zippers locks and 8 wheels per piece. Either will be great for the plane or train or even your car depending on how you plan to travel to Croatia. 

Dubrovnik’s Old Town

Quick Tips For Your Day Trips From Dubrovnik

Here are some quick tips and tricks I’ve learned, along with the ones above, which will enhance your trip to Dubrovnik, Croatia. And hopefully, make it a bit less stressful. 

Before you leave home, contact your credit card company and check to see if your credit card does or does not have foreign transaction fees. If it does, inquire about the possibility of applying for one that does not carry foreign transaction fees attached to it (the small fee charged you whenever you use your card out of your home country.) Also, remember to notify your bank of the dates you will be out of the country.

When you visit an ATM in Croatia, check to be sure it is on the same network as your bank, so you are not charged a transaction fee every time you withdraw cash. Withdrawing larger amounts of money will help you limit bank transition fees. Croatia’s form of currency is the Kuna.

Purchase advanced tickets to attractions whenever possible. Admission tickets purchased online are usually offered at a discount, and you will save a lot of time waiting in lines to buy tickets at the individual attractions. Your Dubrovnik day trips will be less stressful when you have your plan and can pace yourself and not have to worry about the availability of tickets at each location you wish to visit.

These are my top suggestions to aid you in selecting interesting and fabulous day trips from Dubrovnik, Croatia. And tips for a safe and organized trip! If you are on a cruise and have only a limited amount of time to see Dubrovnik and its surrounding locations,  I believe my recommendations will please you. and definitely help you with planning for the amount of time you will be there.  You will be able to cover a lot of territory and see a great many sights if you use them as a reference when planning your time.

Here I have listed 9 unique and interesting day trips from Dubrovnik. Depending on the amount of time you have,  any one of them will enhance your trip when you are in Dubrovnik. 

Have you visited Dubrovnik and taken day trips to explore the Dalmation coast? If you have any auggestions, please leave them in the comment section below.

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