Special Walking tour Split
Special walking tour Split
What better way to explore and experience the history and culture of Split than with a professionally guided tour of Split?
Make your own tour Split
Start off your tour by joining us on our exploration of the Diocletian palace’s intricate maze like paths with a small handful of people where you will learn the ins and outs of the great palace with your professional tour guide 🙂
Departure: Upon request
Included in price: licensed guide and one of the offers
Diocletian palace is one of the most and best preserved Roman architectures in the world. The ruins being built between the late 3rd and the early 4th centuries A.D., can be found throughout the city. The palace was build and planned to be Emperor Diocletian’s luxury villa/summer house and a Roman military camp divided into four parts and two main streets. The Southern part being intended for the Emperor Diocletian’s apartment, governmental and religious ceremonies whilst the north part was for the Imperial guard, storage, servants, etc. Diocletian’s palace is rectangular (aprox. 215 x 180 meters) with four large towers at each corner, doors on each of the four sides called (Bronze, Silver, Gold and Iron). Over the centuries the inhabitants of the palace; later even the inhabitants of Split adapted it to suit them better but the outline of the palace is still clearly visible to this day.
Choose among several offers after exploring the Palace:
Tastings
Olive Oil Tasting
Figure out the various ways and methods of recognizing olive oil quality, taste three different types of olive oil. Pair up the taste with the fleur de sel, aceto balsamico and homemade bread, with a green olive paste.
Duration: approx 45 min.
Expert Olive Oil Tasting
Figure out the various ways and methods of recognizing olive oil quality, taste three different types of olive oil. Tasting of five various types of olive oil, pairing with the fleur de sel, aceto balsamico and homemade bread from our oven, with a green olive paste.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Wine Tasting
Presentation of the basic Croatian wine varieties and tasting of white and red Carakter wine
(Malvazija and Plavac mali). Pairing with the fleur de sel, aceto balsamico and homemade bread
from our oven, with marinated anchovies, mixed cheese and cow cheese with the fig jam.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Prosciutto vs. Prosciutto
Presentation of this traditional dalmatian delicacy and tasting of three dierent varieties
( dalmatian prosciutto, istrian prosciutto and Jamon iberico). Craft beer or wine glass included.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Oil & Wine
Introduction to the ways of recognizing the olive oil quality and presentation of the basic Croatian wine varieties.
Tasting of two di erent types of olive oil, from Dalmatia and Istria and tasting of white and red Carakter wine
( Malvazija i Plavac mali). Pairing with the fleur de sel, aceto balsamico and homemade bread from our oven, with
marinated anchovies, green olive paste, mixed cheese and cow cheese with the fig jam.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Cheese & Wine
Pairing of three types of Dalmatian cheese (locally made cottage cheese, cow milk cheese, goat milk cheese)
with three varieties of Croatian wines. Pairing with four varieties of olive oil, aceto balsamico, homemade
wine vinegar with the homemade bread from our oven.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Pikulecavanje
Preparing and tasting of three Pikulecas ( seasonal bruschetta, white fish marinade, anchovies and
honey dipped cottage cheese), pairing with olive oil and wine.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Sommelier
Guided tasting of five most important Croatian wine varieties (premium brands). Cheese tasting with homemade
bread from our oven.
Duration: approx 100 min.
Dalmatian Pikulece
Tasting of five Pikulecas, pairing with three Croatian wines, with homemade bread from our oven and dessert.
For groups up to 10 people preparation is done in front of the guests at the bar.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Tasting menu
If you wish a customized tasting menu, ask for an oer from one of our facilities.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Games
Blind date with olive oil
Figure out the various ways and methods of recognizing olive oil quality, taste three different types of olive oil. Tasting of four different types of olive oil ( three of which are flavoured), and competition in olive oil recognition. The winner of the group gets a small bottle of olive oil as a gift.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Blind date with wine
Figure out the various ways and methods of recognizing Croatian wine varieties and the composition in wine recognition between two white and two red wines. Tasting of olives and various cheeses.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Blind date with Rakija
Learn how to make and produce Croatian spirited drink rakija, the competition in recognizing three different rakija flavours, along the tasting of traditional fig cakes.
Duration: approx 60 min.
Quickies
Pit Stop
A brief stop at our restaurant and tasting of rakija from a wide selection of rakija varieties. Best for bigger groups.
Duration: approx 15 min.
Energizing Stop
A brief stop at our restaurant and tasting of three Dalmatian power snacks: fig cake, chocolate with oranges and chocolate with carob and almond. Best for bigger groups.
Duration: approx 15 min.
For those wanting a PRIVATE OPTION IN SPLIT that can also be arranged.
Olive Oil in Croatia
Those that use a lot of oil for their dishes will surely be left wanting to taste Croatia’s Olive Oil. Croatia produces it’s own oil in the perfect climate for them to grow in. A whopping 10% of the country’s oil being produced in Istria, a place considered to make the finest of all oils in the world, with several hundred independent producers producing as much as 450 tonnes of “liquid gold” a year.
The oil, and more particularly extra virgin olive oil from Istria has been prized for millennia, olive oil being strongly associated with Istria region; even being a symbol of sorts since the 1st century AD. And if you thought that the olive oil was only admired in Croatia; the olive oil has been named as the world’s best olive oil region. And if you don’t believe that, in the annual New York international Olive Oil Competition, some of the finest olive oils from Croatia picked up a whopping twelve gold medals and seven silver medals between them; including Istria oils.

About Split town
If you ever looked at Croatia on google you most likely seen Split town. The historic architecture and countless blue beaches drawing the eye of many. Split has grown to be one of the most popular towns to visit for Vacation, the beautiful beaches that litter the coastline being suitable for children as well.
But the city also caught the eye of some TV show producers and directors, Split being the filming location of Mamamia 2 and Game of Thrones to name the few. Diocletian palace, to be specific being the place where most of “King’s Landing” was shot and where Daenerys Targaryen kept her dragons.
Split also has several restaurants and bars that offer a refreshing ambient after your exploration of it. Some noteworthy mentions being “Konoba Kod Joze”, “Bakra Pizza & Grill Bar” and “Restaurant Toć” to name a few. The restaurants specializing in Dalmatian cuisine and some familiar dishes from around the world that surely won’t leave you disappointed.
What to do after Split
Split is a beautiful city that has plenty of historical architecture and amazing beaches lining it’s coastline that you can explore with a walking tour through Split. The city being a famous vacation spot due to it’s various connections to other islands and tours. The islands being a great spot to spend a whole day or several exploring, due to their secluded and usually charming appearance.
A wide selection of things await you outside of Split, whether you would like to explore other historic cities like Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Omiš, etc. There’s no limit what you can get your hands on in Croatia, but for those that are interested in experiencing another tour from Split, you can check out the following:
Krka has been one of the most popular nature parks in all of Croatia. The serene beauty of Krka makes it stand out throughout the seasons. Admire and explore the various waterfalls that are scattered throughout the park, providing a melodious tune of a cascade for everyone to enjoy.
Things you can enjoy
Like we previously mentioned, Split is a beautiful town that doesn’t leave people dissatisfied with a walking tour Split. Enjoy the serene blue beaches that surround this historic city and have a drink whilst enjoying the sunset/sunrise. It’s truly a town fit for everyone that enjoys a bit of architectural history and relaxation. So take a breather and enjoy the soothing waves colliding with the coastline.
But exploring the city can develop a bit of an appetite so why not grab a bite to eat. Croatia, and more specifically the Dalmatian area is well known for it’s local cuisine that mostly revolves around sea food. Enjoy a traditional Dalmatian meal in one of several restaurants that litter Split city. Just some of the notable restaurants are:
- Konoba Kod Joze – one of the most popular restaurants among locals in Split. Taste true Dalmatian cuisine in this rustic old restaurant that has garnered quite the reputation for itself as the place to enjoy a large “Peka” with family/friends.
- Bakra Steak & Pizza bar – those that prefer a familiar meal straight from a BBQ will surely enjoy this modern style restaurant. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere whilst the fragrance of freshly cooked meat on a BBQ fills the air.
- Marta’s Veggie fusion – for those people that are vegetarian or vegan will surely enjoy this quaint restaurant. Marta’s Veggie fusion has been a staple as one of the most popular vegetarian restaurants in all of Split.
You won’t be left feeling hungry after visiting such places, but there are a plethora of other restaurants and bars that we failed to mention that are just as delicious. So we are sure you won’t go wrong with simply exploring what the town of Split has to offer with it’s selection.
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