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Aerial view of Trogir old town, a UNESCO medieval island between the Croatian mainland and Čiovo
Small group 5 hours Best value

Split & Trogir Small Group Shore Tour

Two UNESCO cities in one cruise day — at a per-person price

€72 per person 5.0

If you are travelling solo, as a couple, or as two travellers who would rather pay per person than hire a private van, this is the cleanest way to see both Split and Trogir on a cruise day. You join a small, friendly group — capped at fourteen guests — with a licensed local guide who handles the timing, the parking, the cathedral entry queue, and most importantly the walk back to the ship. The day starts with a guided loop through Diocletian's Palace: the Peristyle, the Cathedral of St. Domnius, the basement halls where episodes of Game of Thrones were shot, and the old town's quieter lanes. From Split you drive thirty minutes up the coast to Trogir, a tiny medieval island town that feels frozen in the 13th century. Your guide walks you through the main square, points out the Radovan Portal on the cathedral, and then hands you forty-five minutes of free time for a proper coffee, gelato, or a wander along the seafront. The ride back to Split drops you just five minutes from the cruise terminal — enough of a walk to stretch your legs, short enough that nobody ever gets nervous about the ship.

Highlights

  • Two UNESCO World Heritage cities in a single cruise-length day
  • Guided walk through Diocletian's Palace with a local licensed guide
  • 45 minutes of free time in Trogir for coffee, lunch, or photos
  • Small group — maximum 14 guests, not a coach tour
  • Air-conditioned transport between Split and Trogir
  • Drop-off five minutes on foot from the Split cruise terminal

Photo gallery

Stone columns and courtyard inside Diocletian's Palace in SplitTrogir main square with medieval clock tower and café terracesEarly morning view of the Peristyle courtyard in Diocletian's Palace, SplitFishing boats moored along Trogir's waterfront with stone palaces behind

Your day, hour by hour

  1. +00:00

    Meeting point near Split cruise port

    Easy, short walk from the cruise terminal to the meeting point. Your guide confirms the exact spot in the booking confirmation email.

  2. +00:20

    Diocletian's Palace guided walk

    Enter the palace, walk the Peristyle and Vestibule, see the Cathedral of St. Domnius from the outside, and discover the basement halls.

  3. +01:40

    Brief free time in Split

    Ten to fifteen minutes on the Riva for a quick espresso or a photo of the palace façade from the water.

  4. +02:10

    Drive to Trogir

    Thirty-minute drive along the coast through Kaštela Bay.

  5. +02:40

    Trogir old town walking tour

    Main square, Cathedral of St. Lawrence, Kamerlengo fortress walk, and the waterfront promenade with your guide.

  6. +03:40

    Free time in Trogir

    Forty-five minutes on your own — coffee, gelato, a light lunch, or an artisan shop browse.

  7. +04:25

    Drive back to Split

    Air-conditioned ride back, with drop-off five minutes from the cruise terminal.

What's included

  • Licensed English-speaking local guide
  • Air-conditioned van or minibus transport
  • Guided walking tours in Split and Trogir
  • All taxes, tolls, and parking fees

Not included

  • Cruise port transfer (walkable, under ten minutes)
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional cathedral or gallery entry tickets
  • Gratuities for your guide

What to bring

  • Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes — lots of polished limestone
  • Cruise ID card for re-boarding
  • Sun protection between April and October
  • Camera or phone — both towns are genuinely photogenic
  • A little cash for a coffee or an ice cream during free time

Questions about this tour

Is this tour suitable for cruise ship passengers?
Yes, it is designed for them. The schedule is built around standard Split port call times, the drop-off is a short walk from the cruise terminal, and the guide watches the clock so you never feel rushed or anxious about missing the ship.
How big is the group?
Small by design. The cap is fourteen guests and most departures run with eight to twelve people. Large enough to feel sociable, small enough that your guide can actually answer questions.
Why is this cheaper than the private version?
You share the vehicle and guide with other cruise guests instead of paying for the full van yourself. If there are one, two, or three of you, the per-person price usually works out lower than the private tour. For a family of four or more, do the maths on the private option — it can come out cheaper.
Is the cruise terminal pickup walkable?
Yes. The meeting point is a few minutes on foot from Split's cruise terminal. The route is flat, well-lit, and clearly signposted. The booking confirmation includes a map pin and written walking directions.
What happens if the ship arrives late?
We track cruise arrivals. If the port announces a delay, the meeting time is shifted and the group is informed. If the delay is too long to run the full itinerary, we shorten it and keep the highlights.
Can I book just for the return leg if I want to explore Split on my own first?
The tour is sold as a single 5-hour product. If you want a shorter or custom schedule, the private Split & Trogir excursion is the better fit — you control the timing entirely.

More shore excursions from Split

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