Saint Lawrence Monastery garden in Sibenik, Croatia. SPIN: Croatia’s Ancient Gardens and Forgotten Islands
Fishing port, in the village Sudurad, Sipan Island, one of the Elaphiti Islands, Croatia. SPIN: Croatia’s Ancient Gardens and Forgotten Islands
stone beach in Cavtat, Adriatic sea, Dalmatia region of Croatia. SPIN; Croatia’s Ancient Gardens and Forgotten Islands
Dubrovnik Harbor boats, Croatia. SPIN: Croatia’s Ancient Gardens and Forgotten Islands
Exterior, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Aerial view, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Basilico Pizza-Pasta, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Bistro Oleandar, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Molina Bar, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Sustainability message, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Reception, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Main restaurant, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
C2 Standard room twin bed, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
FC2 Family interconnected room, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
B2 Superior room twin bed, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Spa pool, Hotel Astarea, Croatia
Spa treatment room, Hotel Astarea, Croatia

From £1,495pp

Including flights

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Special Interest

Gardens

Croatia's Ancient Gardens and Forgotten Islands

  • Half Board

  • 7 nights

  • London Gatwick Airport

  • Mlini, Dubrovnik Riviera, Croatia

Discover the historic gardens of Dubrovnik, as well as the flora and wildlife of nearby islands, Lokrum and Lopud. From olive groves and fig orchards to meadows covered in wildflowers and butterflies, the landscapes here are diverse. The Franciscan Monastery and Cloisters in Dubrovnik are a highlight – the courtyard garden, especially, is a sensory oasis filled with citrus trees and rose beds. We’ll explore the priory before browsing for Croatian cheeses, seasonal fruits, and handcrafted souvenirs at Dubrovnik’s open market. You’ll also enjoy an aerial view of Dubrovnik’s medieval cobbled streets and bougainvillea-draped buildings before taking a short boat ride to the island of Lokrum. We'll head straight for the island’s shady arboretum for a stroll through native woodland of myrtle, bay, juniper, mastic, and strawberry trees. We'll also get to explore traditional Croatian villages like the Sipanska Luka and Cilipi, where traditionally dressed performers entertain with singing and dancing in the town square.

Your holiday includes

Local expert guide

Hosted drinks reception

Five included excursions and visits

Half board: All breakfasts and dinners

International flights

Return transfers to your hotel

Exceptional value every time

Saga Host

Our trained hosts will welcome you and ensure you enjoy your holiday. We also offer 24/7 support if needed.

Insurance

Included optional travel insurance or £20pp price reduction if not required.

Included excursions

Dubrovnik and its Monastery Gardens

If you're looking for a peaceful way to spend a day in Dubrovnik the Franciscan Monastery and Cloisters is unmissable. The courtyard garden makes for a sensory oasis filled with citrus trees and beds of roses. After soaking up the serenity from one of the stone benches or alongside the ornamental well, you'll be invited to explore inside the priory. This is one of Dubrovnik's architectural crown jewels and filled with ancient artifacts, artwork and Croatian cultural heritage. More Renaisance and Gothic grandeur awaits in the Rector's Palace museum and the 18th century baroque-style cathedral. And there's no better way to complete today's optional excursion other than shopping for Croatian cheeses, seasonal fruits and handcrafted souvenirs at the city's open market.

Croatia

Location

Astarea Hotel Map

The hotel has a best-of-both-worlds location in Mlini – a small, sleepy fishing village on the outskirts of Dubrovnik. Known as ‘the Pearl of the Adriatic’, Croatia’s famous terracotta-roofed city is a maze of cobbled alleyways and courtyards, Baroque churches, atmospheric restaurants, and shops selling Croatian lace and olive oils. Nearby Cavtat is also worth a visit, thanks to a clutch of art galleries and a picturesque harbour. Prefer to stay put? The shops and restaurants along Mlini’s seafront promenade are just a five-minute stroll from the Astarea.

Hotel details

Telephone

Balcony or Terrace

Television

Safe

Fridge

Air conditioning

Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style in the main restaurant. Food and drink can also be purchased in the à la carte restaurant the seafront terrace and rooftop pool bar. Enjoy traditional Croatian and international cuisine.

Two restaurants

Pool bar

Outdoor pool

Spa

Availability

Best deal

Oct 2025

1 departure

From £1,495pp

Flight

Best deal

Oct 09, 2025
Oct 16, 2025

Thu - 14:05

Thu - 18:35

London Gatwick Airport

7 nights

From £1,495pp

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